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560+ Fined Monthly for Dumping Construction Waste in Nagpur

Representative image created by AI NAGPUR: The irresponsible dumping of construction materials such as sand, gravel, and cement has become a significant issue in the city, with footpaths and roads frequently turning into temporary storage spaces for builders and contractors. In many areas, pedestrians are forced to walk on busy roads, while vehicles struggle to navigate narrowed paths. According to data from the Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC), the Nuisance Detection Squad (NDS) takes action against an average of 564 violators—both individuals and builders—each month. A penalty of ₹1,000 is imposed on individuals, while builders face a higher fine of ₹5,000…

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Flat Owners’ Association Requests KSPCB to Approve Temporary Sewage Use in Kochi

Representative image created by AI KOCHI: The Consortium of Flat and Villa Owners’ Association, Kerala (COFVOAK), has requested the Kerala State Pollution Control Board (KSPCB) to permit apartment complexes lacking sewage treatment plants (STPs) to temporarily utilize common treatment facilities in the city for the next two years. This appeal follows KSPCB issuing eviction notices to over 1,000 families living in 71 apartment complexes that have yet to establish STPs, while the Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB) has threatened disconnections for non-compliance with environmental regulations. During a recent high court session, which reviewed petitions from various residents’ associations, the court…

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Green nod essential for Manimajra housing project in Chandigarh

Representative image CHANDIGARH: The Chandigarh administration’s environment department has informed the municipal corporation that the “user agency” must secure environmental clearances for the MC’s Rs 700 crore housing project in Manimajra. The department has emphasized that this project qualifies under category 8(a) of the Environment Impact Assessment (EIA) notification, 2006, necessitating prior environmental clearance. In its letter to the MC, the environment department states, “Township and area development projects covering less than 50 hectares or with built-up areas exceeding 1,50,000 sqm fall under category 8(b) of the EIA notification, dated Sept 14, 2006, hence requiring prior environmental clearance. All projects…

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Telangana Government Encounters Legal Hurdles for Future City

Representative image created by AI HYDERABAD: Nearly five months after the announcement of the Bharat Future City Development Authority (BFCDA), the Telangana government is facing legal challenges before advancing with this ambitious project. The primary obstacle is removing the Green Hyderabad Pharma City designation from approximately 20,000 acres in specific villages, which was originally acquired by the former BRS government for the Pharma City project but is now designated for the Future City. Legal clearance is essential before repurposing these lands for educational hubs, healthcare facilities, sports infrastructure, or other proposed developments, sources indicate. The BFCDA, established in March, covers…

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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…