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NDMC Offers 50% Parking Rebate for EVs in Lutyens’ Delhi

NEW DELHI: On Thursday, the NDMC announced a 50% discount on parking fees for electric vehicles and will begin shuttle bus services for employees from four residential areas starting May 15, aimed at promoting green transportation. These decisions were made during a meeting led by NDMC Vice Chairman Kuljeet Singh Chahal at Palika Kendra, aligning with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision for sustainable development and environmental protection amidst the ongoing crisis in West Asia affecting fuel supply. Chahal stated that the New Delhi Municipal Council will implement a 50% parking fee rebate for electric vehicles starting Monday. “In addition, NDMC…

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Maharashtra Approves Land Handover for Mula-Mutha Project

Representative AI image PUNE: The state government approved the transfer of three land plots adjacent to the Mula-Mutha river for the Riverfront Development Project (RFD) on Thursday. A total area of 52,851 sqm will be transferred to the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) as per the decision made during a state cabinet meeting. The land parcels comprise an 11,015 sqm section between Sangamwadi Bridge and Bund Garden Bridge, a 34,128 sqm area at the Mundhwa Botanical Garden, and an additional 7,700 sqm plot in the Mundhwa area, currently owned by the Women and Child Welfare Department. Mayor Manjusha Nagpure expressed support…

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Illegal Walls and Rooms Targeted in Gurugram Offices and Homes

Representative image GURUGRAM: On Wednesday, the enforcement wing of the Town and Country Planning Department (DTCP) conducted a sealing and demolition drive throughout the city. The operation targeted unauthorized structures at various residential and commercial properties, supported by local police from the Sector 50 police station. Actions taken included the demolition of an internal wall and an unauthorized vendor stall, as well as sealing a servant room. Authorities confirmed that proper legal procedures were followed before any demolition and sealing occurred, with notices issued accordingly. These actions were initiated in response to multiple complaints received through various grievance channels. At…

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Trichy: New Recycling Plant for Construction Waste in Panjapur

Representative image created by AI TRICHY: The Trichy corporation has approved 4 acres of land in Panjapur for a construction and demolition (C&D) waste facility capable of recycling 50 tonnes of debris daily. A special purpose vehicle (SPV) has been established in collaboration with a private environmental resource management company to raise Rs 8 crore for the project, which follows a public-private partnership (PPP) model. The recycling unit will collect demolition waste from residents and builders, converting it into valuable construction materials like paver blocks and hollow bricks. Initially proposed for Ariyamangalam, the plant’s location has moved to the STP…

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Noida: GNIDA Clears 40,000 Sq M of Encroached Land in Bhanauta

Representative image NOIDA: The Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority (GNIDA) conducted an anti-encroachment operation on Tuesday, recovering 40,000 square meters of land in Bhanauta village, valued at approximately Rs 80 crore. The operation was executed by teams from the land records and project departments on directives from Authority chief NG Ravi Kumar. The encroachers had illegally constructed plots on land identified as Khasra numbers 132, 133, and 135 in Bhanauta village and nearby areas, which had already been acquired and notified by the Authority. Additional CEO Sumit Yadav stated that stringent actions will be taken against the encroachers. “I urge…

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Jaipur Experts Urge Relaxed Setback Norms for TOD Growth

File Photo JAIPUR: Builders and urban planning professionals are urging the Jaipur Development Authority (JDA) to reconsider setback regulations for plots within the city’s five proposed Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) corridors. They argue that strict regulations may limit available developable land, raise project costs, and weaken the effectiveness of the policy. A proposal submitted to JDA Commissioner Siddharth Mahajan on Wednesday stated that should the Rajasthan government’s TOD framework impose uniform setback requirements, it may deter real estate investment in these corridors. “The state’s policy mandates that plots in these areas maintain side and rear setbacks as per existing building codes,…

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5,500 Ahmedabad Units Identified as Bulk Waste Generators

Representative image AHMEDABAD: The Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) has commenced rigorous enforcement of the Solid Waste Management Rules-2026 for bulk waste generators across all city zones and wards, aligning with the Centre’s regulations and directives from the Supreme Court. A civic survey has identified 5,500 residential societies, commercial complexes, and other large units in the initial phase as bulk waste generators, with that number anticipated to rise. Under the new rules, any unit with a built-up area of 20,000 sq m or more, daily water usage of 40,000 litres or more, or daily solid waste generation of over 100 kg…

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MMRDA Gets Three Bids for Mumbai Metro 14 DPR

Representative image MUMBAI: The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has received bids from three firms to appoint a consultant for revising the Detailed Project Report (DPR) of the proposed Metro Line 14, which will connect Kanjurmarg and Badlapur. The authority is currently reworking the execution and financing model for this significant suburban corridor. Bids for the consultancy contract were opened on May 11. The firms that participated in the bidding process are SMEC, Tata Consulting Engineers, and RITES. The evaluation of these bids is ongoing. This initiative follows MMRDA’s unsuccessful attempt to attract private developers for the 38-km metro…

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PCMC Cuts Water to 24 Housing Societies Over STP Issues

PUNE: The Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC) has suspended water supply to 24 housing societies this month due to their failure to operate sewage treatment plants (STPs), despite multiple warnings. Additionally, 16 housing complexes have been fined ₹10,000 each for discharging wastewater into stormwater drains. PCMC has issued a warning that more housing societies may encounter similar penalties if they do not adhere to regulations. According to civic regulations, residential complexes with over 100 flats or a total built-up area exceeding 20,000 sqm are required to install STPs, treat sewage on-site, and reuse the treated water for non-potable purposes such…

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Airoli, Navi Mumbai: 69-Acre Township Proposal by Civic Body

NAVI MUMBAI: Cidco has announced plans to develop a comprehensive residential township over 69 acres in Airoli. The successful bidder for plot number 20 in Sector 10A will be the one offering the highest percentage of revenue share to Cidco. The development and construction phase is expected to last 20 years. The rising demand for the area has generated a positive sentiment regarding its growth potential. The state government has approved a ‘Theme Based and Iconic City Development’ initiative to streamline the development of large parcels through a construction and development operator agreement. Cidco has opened requests for proposals as…