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PM Launches ₹11,000 Crore National Highway Projects

Representative image created by AI NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated two key National Highway projects in Delhi on Sunday, namely the Delhi section of the Dwarka Expressway and Urban Extension Road-II (UER-II). These developments are part of the government’s strategy to alleviate congestion in the capital, aimed at enhancing connectivity, reducing travel times, and easing traffic flow within Delhi and nearby regions. Such initiatives embody Prime Minister Modi’s vision for world-class infrastructure that promotes better living standards and seamless transportation. The 10.1 km section of the Dwarka Expressway in Delhi was constructed at an investment of approximately ₹5,360…

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Gurugram: 400 Evacuated Residents Await Expert Audit

GURUGRAM: Hundreds of residents from Neelkanth Enclave face an uncertain future, having to stay in hotels and community centers following a PWD inspection of buildings that were compromised by a collapsed retaining wall at a nearby site. Officials deemed the structures unsafe for habitation. A district administration representative informed TOI that the safety assessment conducted by a PWD team on Friday confirmed the buildings will remain sealed. “No one will be allowed to re-enter these buildings until they are fully repaired and certified safe by our engineers,” stated the official. The Badshapur sub-divisional magistrate (SDM) revealed that experts from IIT-Delhi…

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Gurugram: Buyers Protest Developer Over Poor Roads at Signature Global City-1

GURUGRAM: On Friday, numerous residents from Signature Global City-1 in Sector 37D protested against the developer, claiming inadequate road connectivity. Residents stated that the builder had assured them of a 24-meter-wide road leading to the main access point. However, over a year post-possession, the promised road remains absent, causing daily commuting difficulties. Currently, around 150 families reside in the society out of a total of 1,250 flats, with possession commencing last year. The developer’s representative did not respond to inquiries from TOI. Residents highlighted that poor connectivity is more than just an inconvenience; it poses risks for individuals of all…

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Panels ready in April, but Haryana delays forest definition survey

GURUGRAM: Following the Supreme Court’s directive for all states and Union territories to define “forest” and identify such areas, Haryana has yet to conduct any surveys. This comes despite the establishment of expert committees by the state government in April. The issue — district and state-level committees are unable to commence their tasks until the state finalizes its definition of “forest” based on dictionary meaning, stalling the entire process. In April, the Haryana government appointed a state-level expert committee led by the additional chief secretary (environment, forests & wildlife), including senior officials from various related departments. District-level committees, chaired by…

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Deadline to Remove Demolition Waste from Gurugram Roads & Lots

GURUGRAM: Urban Local Bodies Minister Vipul Goel instructed MCG officials on Wednesday to remove three lakh metric tonnes of construction and demolition (C&D) waste from roads and public spaces within a month. The minister set a 15-day deadline to tackle the wandering cattle issue. During a meeting with officials, he emphasized the need to enhance sanitation, keep public areas free of litter, boost cleaning resources, ensure timely removal of C&D waste, and implement debris fee collection when approving building plans. He highlighted the urgency of addressing sewage-related problems in compliance with the Haryana Municipal Corporation Act. Chief Principal Secretary to…

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Andhra Pradesh CRDA Unveils ₹81,317 Crore Projects for Amaravati

AI-generated Representative Image AMARAVATI: The Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authority (CRDA) has outlined projects valued at ₹81,317 crore for the construction of Amaravati, the greenfield capital city, with tenders already issued for works amounting to ₹50,552 crore. Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu held a review meeting at the Secretariat with Municipal Minister P. Narayana, senior officials, and contractors to discuss the progress of construction in Amaravati. According to a press release, “CRDA has proposed a total investment of ₹81,317 crore for capital city development and called tenders for projects worth ₹50,552 crore.” Officials informed the CM that work has…

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Lucknow: Naimish Nagar Model Township Work Starts on Sitapur Road

LUCKNOW: The Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) has initiated work on the Naimish Nagar scheme, which spans 1,084 hectares along Sitapur Road, aimed at accommodating approximately three lakh residents. Construction for the first site office began on Tuesday in Purva village, located in Bakshi Ka Talab. Land for the initiative will be acquired through consent-based agreements as per the approved Standard Operating Procedure (SOP). LDA Vice-Chairperson Prathamesh Kumar stated that 18 villages have been earmarked for the project, including Bhauli, Lakshmipur, Purba Gaon, Purva, Sairpur, Farrukhabad, Kodri Bhauli, Kamalabad, Kamalapur, Palhari, Gopramou, Barumou, Dhatingra, Saidapur, Paschim Gaon, Dhobaila, Umrabhari, and Duggaur.…

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Gurugram: 1,000+ Notices Issued for Illegal Commercial Activities

GURUGRAM: The Department of Town and Country Planning (DTCP) has ramped up efforts to tackle unauthorized constructions in stilt parking zones and illicit commercial activities in residential areas—major factors exacerbating the city’s parking woes. DTP (enforcement) Amit Madholia noted that ongoing surveys in DLF phases, Sushant Lok (I–III), South City, Suncity, and Palam Vihar have uncovered widespread misuse of stilt parking spaces in licensed colonies, where residents frequently convert these areas into servant quarters, storage spaces, or extra living accommodations, thereby pushing vehicles onto already crowded streets. “Notices are issued to property owners wherever illegal constructions are found in stilt…

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Pimpri Chinchwad’s month-long drive knocks down 187 illegal buildings

Representative image PUNE: Since July 9, the Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC) has demolished 187 unauthorized structures, totaling 3.35 lakh sq ft, as part of its ongoing anti-encroachment initiative across the city. This includes 98 RCC buildings, 69 tin sheds, and 20 kiosks, according to a senior official from the anti-encroachment department. The civic body’s special operation has primarily targeted under-construction sites to prevent illegal structures from emerging. A senior PCMC official stated, “Initially, we focused on under-construction sites to stop illegal buildings from being built. However, the drive has since been broadened to include unauthorized kiosks on footpaths and…

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DDA Aims to Complete Karkardooma Transit Project by Dec 2026

Representative image created by AI NEW DELHI: The Delhi Development Authority’s inaugural transit-oriented development project at Karkardooma is expected to be completed by the end of next year. “The overall completion of the project is aimed for December 2026. The residential section will include approximately 500 units for economically weaker sections (EWS) and around 1,000 flats for middle-income groups. Currently, there is no plan for studio apartments,” stated a DDA official. Construction of additional residential towers is underway. “Structural work is nearing completion, while finishing touches, internal services, landscaping, and acquiring statutory clearances are still in progress,” the official added.…