Checks for groundwater level must for basement digging in Noida now
Jul 19, 2024Noida's administration mandates groundwater level studies before basement approvals, involving Noida, Greater Noida, and Yamuna authorities. Heights based on studies; prior permits amended. Six developers fined for illegal dewatering using pumps in sectors 153, 154, and 129. Soil test reports essential. 12 projects scrutinized. Hydrologist Ankita Rai and RP Singh discuss policy enforcement.
Hard to spot but sighted twice: Elusive grassbird ‘at home’ in Sarus habitat
Jul 19, 2024Bristled grassbirds, a vulnerable species, were recently sighted in Noida's Dhanauri wetland. Birders express concerns over the declining population and the need for legal protection of the habitat. The importance of conserving wetlands to support diverse bird species is highlighted by the sightings.
Taking wing: Noida is now home to 171 Sarus cranes
Jul 17, 2024UP's Sarus crane population is now 19,918, with 3,289 in Etawah and 171 in Noida. Six appeared in Mau after a decade. Listed as 'vulnerable' by the IUCN, declines stem from urbanization. Notable rises in Ghaziabad and Mainpuri. Census shows Sarus favor wetlands; 31 forest divisions recorded under 100 cranes.
Greater Noida: 38 builders may have to pay 1% of project cost for extracting water
Jul 16, 2024More than 35 builders in Greater Noida are facing a fine for extracting groundwater without permission. The National Green Tribunal's order has sparked a debate over the compensation amount. The builders deny the accusations, while authorities seek to enforce the penalties for violating environmental regulations.
Highway not repaired for months, potholes now filled with rainwater
Jul 15, 2024Despite NHAI's February allocation of Rs 4.9 crore to PWD for the 10km Delhi-Saharanpur highway, repairs remain pending. Monsoon rains, sewer overflow, and poor drainage exacerbate commuting issues. Loni MLA Kishore Gurjar and local residents raised concerns in the Assembly and with the Union minister of road transport. Limited patchwork, clogged sewers, and restricted traffic flow worsen the situation.
Kanwar route: NGT seeks satellite images of land where trees were cut
Jul 15, 2024The National Green Tribunal requests satellite images to verify tree cutting for the kanwar corridor project. Legal proceedings involve UP and Uttarakhand govts, with interveners questioning road widening plans. Court orders no illegal tree felling beyond approved width. Next hearing scheduled for July 25.
53 FIRs, so what? There is no stopping these teen daredevils
Jul 15, 2024Teenagers in Noida continue to flout traffic rules by riding bikes and cars without helmets or licenses. Despite efforts including 53 FIRs against parents, the problem persists. Authorities emphasize the need for sustained campaigns and stricter enforcement to address the issue.
Ghaziabad police station freezes as adult spectacle cobra slithers into ‘custody’
Jul 12, 2024A king cobra caused a commotion at a police station in Ghaziabad, surprising everyone present. The authorities tried various methods to relocate the snake before seeking assistance from the forest department. The juvenile cobra was safely released back into the wild after its unexpected visit.
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