Gurgaon DTCP Demolishes 8.5 Acres of Illegal Colonies
The Department of Town and Country Planning demolished unauthorised colonies spread over 8.5 acres in Gurgaon. The crackdown targeted illegal real estate activity across multiple villages.
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33 Suspected Bangladeshis Detained in Bengaluru Verification Drive
Bengaluru police detained 33 suspected Bangladeshi nationals in labour colonies during a verification drive. Residents claim Indian nationality from West Bengal, but police allege forged documents.
NGT Task Force Busts Illegal Sand Mining on Yamuna Near Delhi
A late-night raid by an NGT-constituted task force uncovered extensive illegal sand mining in Yamuna, seizing excavators and exposing a fake permit scheme near the Delhi-UP border.
Yamuna River Cruise in Delhi to Launch in February
Delhi's first Yamuna river cruise service is scheduled to begin in February 2026. Minister Kapil Mishra inspected the vessel, marking a major step for tourism and riverfront development.
Rs 2,474 Crore Loan to YEIDA for Yamuna Expressway Projects
Uttar Pradesh government sanctions Rs 2,474 crore interest-free loan to YEIDA to accelerate land acquisition for industrial expansion near Noida airport. Funds to boost new sectors and medical device park plots.
₹60 Crore Development Work Launched in Nizamabad
Congress advisor Mohammed Ali Shabbir announces major development projects in Nizamabad, emphasizing equitable development for all communities and regions. Read about the new initiatives.
Ghaziabad cracks down on illegal colonies in Loni
Ghaziabad administration demolished illegal constructions on Yamuna floodplains in Loni. The drive targeted 13.5 hectares of unauthorised colonies after multiple warnings. Read about the crackdown on land mafia.
FIR filed for illegal sale of EWS plots in Ludhiana
GLADA officials in Ludhiana have registered an FIR against a developer for allegedly selling plots reserved for Economically Weaker Sections. Read the full details of the case and ongoing crackdown.
9,000+ Birds, 131 Species Found in Yamuna Census
Asian Waterbird Census spots over 9,000 birds along Yamuna floodplains, but warns of severe threats from pollution, mining, and habitat degradation. Read the full report.
9,000+ Birds Spotted in Delhi Yamuna Census, Threats Flagged
Asian Waterbird Census in Delhi records 9,000+ birds but warns of habitat threats from mining, pollution, and degradation. Experts call for urgent conservation action.
Yamuna Cleanup Now a People's Movement: Delhi CM
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta declares Yamuna cleaning a public movement after inspecting a Sunday drive. She highlights youth involvement and a war-footing government strategy.
Baghpat serves notices to 29 illegal colonies, school
Baghpat authorities serve notices to 29 illegal colonies and a private school for unauthorized construction. Demolition looms if violations are not rectified. Read the full story.
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta Inspects Yamuna River Clean-Up Drive
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta inspected the Yamuna clean-up at Chhath ghat, calling it a public movement. She praised volunteers and outlined the government's phased campaign for river rejuvenation.
Illegal Yamuna Mining: Rs 5 Lakh Fine, FIR in Noida
Authorities in Noida impose a Rs 5 lakh penalty and file an FIR after detecting illegal sand mining in the Yamuna riverbed. The crackdown follows a joint inspection in Raipur Khadar.
NMIMS, JBM, Sharda Trust Plan Yamuna Expressway Campuses
NMIMS begins construction of its first campus outside Maharashtra on Yamuna Expressway. Sharda Trust proposes a Rs 5,000 crore multi-campus project, while SIMATS seeks 250 acres for a mega university.
Ambala Demolishes 6 Illegal Colonies Over 21.5 Acres
Ambala authorities demolished 6 illegal colonies spanning 21.5 acres in a major drive. 27 structures were razed. Officials warn public against investing in unauthorized plots.
Ambala DTP demolishes 6 illegal colonies on 21.5 acres
Ambala authorities demolished six illegal colonies spanning 21.5 acres. Officials warn public against buying plots in unauthorized developments. Read the full story.
Husband searches for wife missing after Yamuna Expressway crash
Govind Kumar searches for his wife Parvati Devi, missing since the deadly 18-vehicle pile-up on Yamuna Expressway. Family awaits closure as police investigate. Read the full story.
Lucknow LDA demolishes 12 illegal sites in Gudamba, Kakori
Lucknow Development Authority cracks down on unauthorised colonies, demolishing structures across 43.75 acres in Gudamba and Kakori. Officials warn buyers to verify land status.
Delhi HC bans living on Yamuna floodplains, orders fencing
Delhi High Court directs DDA to fence a graveyard on Yamuna floodplains within a week and bans any construction or living on the ecologically sensitive zone. Read the full order details.
NGT finds large-scale illegal sand mining in Yamuna floodplains
An NGT-ordered inspection uncovers severe illegal sand mining in the Yamuna floodplains near Delhi-Ghaziabad. Violations include boundary breaches and GRAP norm flouting. Read the full report.
Illegal property razed in Delhi's Amar Colony, 5 booked
South Delhi Municipal Corporation demolishes an illegally constructed property in Amar Colony. Five individuals, including the property owner, have been booked for obstruction. Read the full report.
Glada seals 5 illegal buildings in Ludhiana's Threke village
GLADA's regulatory wing sealed five unauthorized buildings in Threke village on Thursday. Officials warn against buying property in illegal colonies lacking basic amenities. Check the official list before you invest.
Delhi HC orders action against illegal Majnu Ka Tila cafes
Delhi High Court directs civic bodies to act against unauthorised food joints in Majnu Ka Tila, flagging safety hazards. The order came on a PIL highlighting illegal constructions.
Excessive Defoamer Use in Yamuna Sparks Environmental Concern
Earth Warrior flags prolonged, unregulated spraying of silicone-based defoamers in Yamuna, citing ecological risks. Calls for action against DJB and compensation under 'polluter pays' principle.
GLADA razes 3 illegal colonies, recommends FIRs
GLADA demolishes three illegal colonies in Ludhiana's Mundian Kalan, Sekhewal & Kanganwal. FIRs recommended against developers for fraud. Details on the crackdown here.
HC Slams Tamil Nadu Over Poor Illegal Mining Prosecution
Madras High Court directs Tamil Nadu Chief Secretary to act as only 135 criminal cases were filed for 1,439 illegal mining incidents detected since 2020. Read the shocking details.
Chennai's Poor Protest Over Unsafe Colonies, Drug Abuse
Over 500 residents from Chennai's resettlement colonies like Perumbakkam & Kannagi Nagar protested unresolved civic issues: drug abuse, unsafe buildings, poor transport. Their demands remain unheard.
Punjab Cabinet Approves Amendment to Punjab Abadi Deh Act
Punjab Cabinet approves key amendment to Abadi Deh Act, empowering DCs to regularize land use. Move aims to curb illegal colonies and simplify property transactions. Read more.
Yamuna Expressway crash death toll rises to 19
The death toll in the horrific Yamuna Expressway pile-up in Mathura has climbed to 19. Authorities are using DNA sampling to identify victims as new safety measures are announced.
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