Author: Sharad Natani
The Greater Noida Authority has initiated preparations to carry out a series of development works across both residential sectors and villages under its jurisdiction. Tenders for these projects have already been issued, and officials have stated that construction activities will commence soon after the tender process is completed. As part of the initiative, the Authority plans to undertake development works worth several crores of rupees. Responding to long-standing demands from residents, tenders have been floated for the construction and renovation of cremation grounds at Haldoni, Sector Techzone-4, and Palla village. Officials said these facilities were urgently needed and would help…
A tragic road accident in west Delhi’s Janakpuri area has once again brought the spotlight on civic negligence and poor safety practices, after a 25-year-old biker lost his life by falling into a deep, water-filled pit allegedly dug for pipeline work. The incident has triggered widespread outrage, forcing the Delhi government to take swift disciplinary action against officials responsible for the site. The victim, Kamal Dhyani, was returning home on his motorcycle late Thursday night when he allegedly fell into a 15-foot-deep pit dug along the roadside. The pit, reportedly created during ongoing work by the Delhi Jal Board, was…
In a major step towards improving women’s safety and strengthening public security, the Delhi government has announced plans to install nearly 50,000 new CCTV cameras across the national capital. The ambitious project forms part of the Women Safety in Delhi scheme included in the 2025–26 budget, with a total estimated cost of ₹646.4 crore. Officials said the project is designed to significantly expand the city’s surveillance coverage, particularly in areas that are poorly lit, crowded, or considered vulnerable from a law-and-order perspective. Once implemented, the initiative is expected to act as a strong deterrent against crime and improve response times…
A strong demand to develop Greater Noida as a major railway hub was raised in Parliament on Tuesday, with BJP MP Surender Singh Nagar highlighting the daily travel hardships faced by the city’s rapidly growing population. Raising the issue during Zero Hour in the Rajya Sabha, Nagar said Greater Noida, located in Gautam Buddh Nagar district of Uttar Pradesh, is home to nearly 12 lakh residents, including students and professionals from several states. Despite being a fast-expanding urban and educational hub, the city lacks adequate long-distance rail connectivity, he pointed out. Residents Forced to Travel Over 50 km for Trains…
In a major crackdown to curb rising pollution levels, the Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC) has ordered the closure of 411 industrial units operating illegally across the national capital. The action targets units found functioning without mandatory permissions and those contributing to air and water pollution. The decision was taken following directions from Delhi Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa, officials said. Joint inspections across industrial and redevelopment zones According to officials, a joint inspection drive is being conducted by the DPCC, the Revenue Department, and the Delhi State Industrial and Infrastructure Development Corporation (DSIIDC) across 28 notified industrial areas and…
Authorities in Gautam Buddh Nagar have intensified their crackdown on illegal constructions and unauthorized colonies, with multiple enforcement actions carried out across Greater Noida and Noida over the past two weeks. Officials said more than 100 illegally constructed flats have been sealed during this period as part of a broader campaign to curb unauthorized development. Continuing the enforcement drive, the Greater Noida Authority conducted a demolition operation on Thursday in the Rohillapur area, targeting illegal construction in the Hindon River floodplain zone. Illegal construction demolished in notified area According to officials, encroachments spread across nearly 18,000 square metres of floodplain…