Author: Sharad Natani
In a significant regulatory action, the Department of Town and Country Planning (DTCP) has barred the registration of sale, lease and conveyance deeds linked to a commercial colony in Gurugram’s Sector 53, citing serious violations of licence conditions and non-compliance with statutory requirements. The directive has been issued under Rule 18(2) of the Haryana Development and Regulation of Urban Areas Rules, 1976, effectively freezing all property transactions related to the project until further orders. Licence Expired in 2005, Never Renewed According to DTCP officials, the commercial colony was developed under Licence No. 13–19 of 2002, granted on June 26, 2002,…
In a major step to strengthen law enforcement and improve policing efficiency, six new police stations are proposed in Gurugram, with two of them dedicated exclusively to cybercrime. The expansion is aimed at addressing the city’s rapidly growing population, increasing urban density and a sharp rise in digital crimes. Currently, Gurugram has four cyber police stations — Cyber East, Cyber West, Cyber South and Manesar. With online fraud, identity theft and financial cybercrimes rising steadily, police officials believe additional cyber units are necessary to ensure quicker response and specialised investigation. Proposed Locations Identified in High-Growth Zones According to officials, the…
The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has reiterated its hard stance against polluting diesel generator (DG) sets across the National Capital Region (NCR), warning that non-compliant units will not be allowed to operate — even for essential services. As per an order issued earlier, CAQM had directed that all eligible diesel generators be retrofitted with approved emission-control devices or dual-fuel systems by September 30, 2023. Failure to comply would result in a blanket prohibition on their operation anywhere in NCR, regardless of whether the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) is in force. Rules Apply Even Outside Emergency Pollution Phases…
Several parts of North, Central and Southern India faced significant power and water supply disruptions on February 4, as maintenance work, technical faults and infrastructure upgrades led to planned and unplanned outages. From metropolitan cities to rural pockets, residents reported inconvenience, water shortages and disruptions to essential services. Authorities across states issued advisories asking residents to store water and plan daily activities accordingly, while repair teams worked to restore normal supply. Uttar Pradesh: 72-Hour Power Outage Leaves Villages Struggling In Uttar Pradesh, residents of Kushinagar district bore the brunt of a prolonged power outage. Electricity supply from the Fazilnagar substation…
For more than three months, residents of a residential society in Noida Sector 29 have been grappling with a disturbing reality — muddy, foul-smelling water flowing from their taps, sometimes even carrying visible insects and worms. Despite repeated complaints to civic authorities, residents allege that the problem remains unresolved, forcing them to seek private testing and alternative water arrangements. The society, which houses a large number of retired defence personnel and senior citizens, says the issue has not only disrupted daily life but also raised serious concerns about public health and safety. Laboratory Tests Confirm Contamination Frustrated by the lack…
In a major welfare initiative aimed at providing relief during festive seasons, the Delhi government has announced free LPG gas cylinder support for eligible households on the occasions of Holi and Diwali. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta made the announcement on Tuesday after a Cabinet meeting, confirming that a budget of ₹242 crore has been approved for the scheme. The decision is expected to benefit lakhs of families across the national capital, particularly those struggling with rising household expenses and fuel costs. The Chief Minister said the initiative reflects the government’s commitment to supporting economically weaker sections and ensuring that festivals…