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Gurugram to Split City into Eight Zones in Two Clusters

GURUGRAM: In a significant administrative overhaul aimed at enhancing governance and service delivery, the MCG has decided to reorganize the city into eight zones within two clusters, replacing the previous four-zone setup. This decision was made public through an order from MCG commissioner Pradeep Dahiya. “Given the rapid growth of the MCG area and rising expectations from residents, this reorganization was essential. The new cluster and zone framework will facilitate quicker decision-making, boost accountability at the grassroots level, and ensure more efficient, transparent, and timely services,” he stated. The new structure will be implemented starting June 15. Cluster 1 will…

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NGT Acts on Plea Against Demolition Waste Center in Gurugram

GURUGRAM: The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has issued notices to the Municipal Corporation of Gurugram (MCG) and others regarding a proposed construction and demolition (C&D) waste collection center in Sector 106. The NGT’s notices, which also addressed the Department of Town and Country Planning (DTCP) and the Haryana State Pollution Control Board (HSPCB), were prompted by a petition from the Dwarka Expressway Gurugram Development Association (DXP-GDA). They challenged the facility’s location in Babupur, arguing that it is being developed without sufficient infrastructure to control dust. The case was heard on May 29, with updates published on Thursday by a bench…

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Gurugram Man Arrested for Defrauding 242 Home Buyers

GURUGRAM: The Economic Offences Wing of Haryana Police has apprehended a 33-year-old man, Anubhav Bhardwaj, for allegedly defrauding individuals under the guise of providing flats in a housing society located in Sector 55. Bhardwaj, who resides in Mohan Garden, Delhi, was taken into custody on June 8 at Delhi Airport, reportedly while preparing to travel to Indonesia. A lookout circular had been issued against him last year. Authorities reported that a case was initiated at the Sector 56 police station following a woman’s complaint. She claimed she was persuaded by her husband’s former colleague, Ishpal Bhardwaj, to invest in a…

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NCLT Admits Insolvency Case from 176 Raheja Revanta Buyers

GURUGRAM: The principal bench of the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) has admitted an insolvency petition from 176 homebuyers of Raheja Developers’ Revanta project in Sector 78. The tribunal found a prima facie case of default, noting the developer failed to deliver possession despite significant payments made by the allottees. The petition was filed under Section 7 of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC) by Surinder Aggarwal and 175 other allottees who collectively hold 99 units in the luxury residential project. They reported that they had paid over Rs 137 crore for their flats, with many having settled up to…

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Gurugram: Buyers of 2016 Stalled Project Fume Over Email Claim

GURUGRAM: Homebuyers of the stalled Expressway Towers affordable housing project in Sector 109 have reached out to Haryana’s top officials, alleging the misuse of official email channels to influence proceedings related to the delayed project. In a letter addressed to Haryana chief secretary Anurag Rastogi, additional chief secretary (town and country planning) Anurag Agarwal, DTCP director Amit Khatri, and HRera Gurgaon chairman Arun Kumar, the association reported that emails from a group of 33 allottees opposing a proposed takeover of the project were shared through official channels and formed the basis for HRera’s communications to DTCP. The association is calling…

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Mandatory fire safety checks for Gurugram offices, malls, hotels

GURUGRAM: On Thursday, the district administration mandated fire safety audits for all hospitals, schools, malls, offices, hotels, and other commercial buildings in the city. This directive requires the fire department to assess the safety preparedness of these establishments. This decision follows a tragic hotel fire in Delhi that resulted in 21 fatalities, including eight local residents. Officials are tasked with verifying essential firefighting equipment, inspecting emergency exits, reviewing evacuation plans, and ensuring compliance with established fire safety regulations. The directive reflects growing concerns over safety standards highlighted by the recent incident. “All institutions must adhere to prescribed fire safety standards…

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MCG Faces Property ID Backlog; 77% Files Stuck After Reshuffle

GURUGRAM: Just two weeks post the MCG’s significant reshuffle of 134 clerks across various departments, the property tax branch is facing substantial challenges. Reports indicate that the department is grappling with a considerable backlog of property-related objections. Data obtained by TOI reveals that there are currently 3,907 pending property ID-related objections at MCG. This comes on the heels of recent clerical transfers, predominantly from the property tax division, amid allegations of corruption and collusive practices with brokers. An analysis shows that 884 applications (22.6%) are delayed at the citizen level, whereas a staggering 3,023 files (77.4%) are awaiting processing within…

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HC Limits Relief in Building Violations, Opens Door for DTCP in Gurugram

GURUGRAM: The Punjab and Haryana High Court has paved the way for authorities to take action on numerous cases of alleged building violations within the city. The court has clarified that an earlier restraint order applies only to property owners involved in current litigation, rather than a blanket pause on all cases. This dispute concerns unauthorized constructions, additional floors, excessive coverage, and commercial operations in residential areas spanning DLF-1 to 5. In an order issued on May 29, Chief Justice Sheel Nagu led the bench in specifying that the previous restraint order from November 26, 2025, only affects additional respondents…

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Gurugram: Missing Links Force 7 km Detour for Vatika Commuters

File Photo GURUGRAM: Over ten years since the launch of Vatika India Next township, two segments of a planned sector road—50m and 15m—remain unfinished, affecting connectivity for around 10,000 families. Residents reported that these gaps are part of a planned 24-meter-wide sector road and have been incomplete since they moved to the township in 2013, due to pending land acquisition. While the unfinished sections are relatively short, their absence has hindered the overall functionality of the road network. “This road is crucial for accessing the Dwarka Expressway and our daily commute,” said Pradip Rahi, president of the Vatika G21 Residents’…

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Airbnb Leases 46,437 Sq Ft Office in Gurugram’s DLF Cyber City

NEW DELHI: Airbnb Global Capability Center has secured a lease for 46,437 sq ft of office space in DLF Cyber City, Gurugram, from DLF Cyber City Developers, according to Propstack, a real estate data analytics firm. The leased area is situated on the 21st floor of Tower A in Building No. 5 of DLF Cybercity, covering a usable area of 32,506 sq ft. The lease, effective from October 1, 2025, has a duration of five years, with Airbnb agreeing to pay a rent of Rs 132.5 per sq ft monthly, totaling Rs 61.53 lakh each month. This results in an…