Author: Sharad Natani
1. Rain Brings Relief Across Delhi NCR, IMD Issues Yellow Alert Early morning showers cooled temperatures across Delhi, Noida, and Gurugram, offering relief from recent heat. The IMD issued a yellow alert for the next two days, warning of thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds. 2. Thunderstorm Activity Expected to Continue Till Midweek Weather officials forecast intermittent rain and strong winds through Tuesday and Wednesday. Authorities advised caution during outdoor movement due to possible sudden weather changes and reduced visibility. 3. Delhi Assembly Security Breach Raises Major Concerns A masked driver breached security at the Delhi Assembly gate, briefly entering the…
1. IMD Warns of Thunderstorms Across North & South India Tonight The India Meteorological Department issued a fresh alert for thunderstorms and lightning across Delhi, Rajasthan, UP, Tamil Nadu, and Uttarakhand tonight. Gusty winds up to 50 km/h may disrupt traffic and power supply. Authorities advised people to avoid open areas and stay indoors amid rapidly changing weather patterns. 2. Delhi-NCR Faces Power Cuts After Evening Storm Strong winds and rain across Delhi, Noida, and Gurugram caused multiple feeder failures, leading to localized power cuts. Traffic snarls were reported due to fallen trees and waterlogging. Emergency teams were deployed to…
In a major ruling, the Haryana Real Estate Regulatory Authority has directed Chintels India Ltd to pay over Rs 4 crore to a homebuyer in the troubled Chintels Paradiso project in Gurugram. The decision comes in the aftermath of the tragic February 10, 2022 collapse in Tower D, which claimed two lives and exposed serious structural weaknesses across the entire residential complex. From Dream Home to Structural Nightmare The complaint was filed by Delhi-based buyer Aruna Garg, who had purchased a 4BHK flat in Tower C and paid over Rs 1.8 crore—exceeding the original sale price. After taking possession in…
A growing standoff has emerged in Gurugram as Residents’ Welfare Associations (RWAs) push back against new waste management rules, even as the city continues to struggle with mounting garbage and weak civic infrastructure. The conflict comes at a time when waste collection systems remain fragile, and residents across several sectors are dealing with overflowing bins, foul smell, and uncollected garbage just outside their homes. A City Running on Stopgap Waste Systems Since June 2024, when the contract of the municipal waste collection agency was terminated, the Municipal Corporation of Gurugram has been operating through temporary arrangements. These ad-hoc systems, often…
Amid an ongoing LPG supply crunch, cities like Gurugram and Delhi are witnessing a gradual shift toward smaller LPG cylinders, particularly among migrant workers and industrial labourers. Over the past few days, authorities have begun prioritising LPG allocations for migrant populations, with officials confirming that around 60 to 70 mini cylinders were sold over a two-day period. While the numbers remain modest, they signal a changing pattern in fuel consumption driven by necessity rather than choice. Slow Uptake Despite Availability Despite being available for nearly a year, 5kg and 10kg LPG cylinders had largely gone unnoticed until the recent supply…
The ripple effects of the ongoing tensions in West Asia are now being felt on the streets of Noida, where a major road repair and resurfacing project has hit an unexpected roadblock. A shortage of critical raw materials—particularly charcoal used in construction processes—has delayed the start of work, raising concerns over worsening road conditions across the city. Rs 150 Crore Project Faces Ground Reality The Noida Authority had planned an extensive road repair and resurfacing drive worth nearly Rs 150 crore, aiming to make key stretches pothole-free before the monsoon season. While tenders have already been issued and contractors finalised,…