Author: Sharad Natani
Hundreds of children from economically weaker sections are still waiting to secure admission in private schools in Noida despite being allotted seats under the Right to Education Act. According to officials, 734 students in the district are yet to receive admission even after their names appeared in the official allotment lists under the 25% quota reserved for Economically Weaker Section (EWS) students. Seat Allotment Done, But Admissions Delayed The Basic Education Department conducted two phases of application and lottery for admissions under the RTE quota this year. During the process, 2,231 children were allotted seats in private schools across the…
In a major step toward improving Delhi’s drainage infrastructure and preventing monsoon flooding, Rekha Gupta flagged off advanced amphibious excavator machines for cleaning the Najafgarh Drain and the Pankha Road Drain. The initiative aims to remove accumulated silt, waste and water hyacinth from the drains to ensure smoother water flow during the monsoon season. Officials believe the deployment of these modern machines will significantly speed up cleaning operations and help reduce the risk of severe waterlogging across the capital. The machines were flagged off during a special event at Badusarai Bridge in New Delhi. Najafgarh Drain: A Critical Lifeline for…
In a major boost to India’s aviation sector, Noida International Airport has announced a strategic partnership with Akasa Air to establish the airline’s first Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) facility at the upcoming airport in Jewar. The agreement marks an important step toward developing the airport as a major aviation hub while strengthening India’s aircraft maintenance ecosystem. The facility is expected to play a key role in supporting the country’s rapidly expanding aviation industry. State-of-the-Art Aircraft Maintenance Facility Under the partnership, Akasa Air will operate a modern MRO facility within the airport premises, providing advanced aircraft maintenance services. The facility…
In a crackdown against illegal utility usage, the Municipal Corporation Gurugram (MCG) disconnected 58 illegal drinking water and sewerage connections during an enforcement drive in Gurugram. The action was carried out in the Daulatabad industrial area and Surat Nagar, where officials found several unauthorised connections linked to commercial and industrial establishments. Illegal Bulk Connection Among Those Removed According to officials, the drive resulted in the disconnection of: One illegal bulk water connection of 50 units Eight other unauthorised connections Several additional illegal sewer and water lines connected to businesses Authorities said many of the illegal connections were being used by…
In a move aimed at simplifying access to municipal services, the Municipal Corporation Gurugram has launched a Citizen Facilitation Centre to provide multiple civic services under one roof in Gurugram. The new centre has been established at the community centre in Ward-25, Sector-14, allowing residents to complete several government-related tasks without visiting multiple offices. Officials said the initiative is designed to save time for citizens and make the delivery of municipal services more transparent and efficient. One-Stop Centre for Multiple Civic Services Through the Citizen Facilitation Centre, residents will be able to access a wide range of services related to…
In a major step toward improving emergency response after road accidents, Blinkit has partnered with the Gurugram Traffic Police to expand its free ambulance service across Gurugram. The initiative aims to ensure that accident victims receive medical assistance within 15 minutes, particularly in areas identified as accident-prone hotspots. Traffic Police Trained to Use Blinkit App for Emergency Calls As part of the programme, a special training session was organised for traffic police personnel at the city’s traffic tower. The session was led by Rajesh Mohan, who explained how officers can use the Blinkit app to quickly request ambulances during road…