Author: Sharad Natani
The Delhi government is exploring an ambitious plan to redevelop the defunct Rajghat power plant into a vibrant night-time economy destination, combining culture, entertainment, leisure and economic activity. The concept involves converting the abandoned industrial site into a public leisure destination that remains active long after sunset. Cultural Venues to Anchor Night Footfall Officials said the core idea is to use cultural programming — including open-air performance plazas for concerts, theatre and shows — to attract visitors during evening and night hours. These cultural spaces are expected to draw significant footfall, helping to create a lively, safe and engaging public…
governance in education, the Delhi government is set to appoint a specialised professional agency to digitally map all government school infrastructure across the city. The initiative aims to create a real-time digital profile of every school campus to monitor building safety, facility upgrades, and maintenance more effectively. Why Digital Mapping is Being Introduced Officials said the decision was taken to ensure that what is recorded on paper actually reflects ground reality. Instead of routine manual inspections, the digital system will enable continuous tracking of infrastructure issues such as crumbling classrooms, leaking roofs, toilets, drinking water facilities, electricity, fire safety systems…
In a major step toward water conservation and smart urban management, the New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) has begun implementing an advanced automated irrigation system across parks, green belts, and roundabouts in Lutyens’ Delhi. The initiative aims to significantly reduce water wastage while ensuring efficient upkeep of green spaces. How the Smart System Works Under the new system, irrigation will be controlled through soil moisture sensors, weather-based data, and automated timers. Watering will take place only when required, based on real-time soil and climatic conditions, eliminating manual guesswork and excess usage. NDMC officials said the technology will prevent irrigation during…
A tragic road accident on the Yamuna Expressway has shaken Greater Noida, where a speeding car allegedly driven by a drunk doctor ran over two real brothers, killing them on the spot. The incident triggered massive outrage, with angry family members and villagers surrounding a nearby police outpost demanding strict action. Accident Occurred Near Zero Point According to police, the accident took place late Sunday night near Zero Point on the Yamuna Expressway under the Knowledge Park police station area. The victims were identified as Gaurav Sharma and Manoj Sharma, residents of Kundli Bangar village. The two brothers were travelling…
In a major relief for electricity consumers with long-pending dues, the Uttar Pradesh government has introduced a special one-time settlement scheme offering a 100% waiver on interest along with discounts on the principal outstanding amount. The announcement was confirmed by Sanjay Kumar Jain, Chief Engineer of Gautam Buddh Nagar, who said the scheme was designed specifically for consumers who had either never paid their electricity bills or had defaulted for an extended period. First-of-Its-Kind Initiative for Chronic Defaulters Speaking about the initiative, Jain said this was the first time such a comprehensive relief scheme had been rolled out. “For the…
After complaints of foul-smelling and dirty water from several residential sectors, the Greater Noida Authority carried out a four-day random water testing drive. Officials claim that all collected samples met prescribed quality standards, even as over 100 residents reported falling ill in recent days. The testing drive was launched on the instructions of the Authority’s CEO following growing public concern. Illness Reports Raise Serious Questions Residents from Alpha, Delta and several adjoining sectors had complained of contamination in household water supply. Many reported stomach infections, vomiting, and fever, which they linked to the water they received at home. Despite these…