Abhishek Behl

Faridabad boy tops clat 2025, scores 103.5 out of 116 marks

Saksham Gautam from Delhi Public School, Faridabad, topped CLAT 2025 with 103.3 marks, aspiring to pursue law at National Law School, Bengaluru.

Updated on Dec 09, 2024 06:06 AM IST

Ggm: Construction work resumes as Grap norms relaxed

Gurugram Metropolitan Development Authority (GMDA) officials said that they have asked contractors to mobilise labourers as soon as possible so that construction work can be started

Contractors, who are working for government and private sites, meanwhile, said that a large number of workers have left for their native villages due to ban on construction and it will take some time before normal construction activities can pick up pace. (HT PHOTO)

Updated on Dec 07, 2024 06:38 AM IST

NGT directs GMDA to redevelop Silokhra pond according to approved plan

The Silokhra pond and the land adjoining it was identified as ‘gairmumkin nullah’ in revenue records and it was acquired by the Haryana Shahari Vikas Pradhikaran (HSVP). The authority later planned to develop this land and auction the site for construction of a multi-story commercial complex. The decision of the HSVP was however, challenged by local residents, who approached the green tribunal, which upheld their contention and directed the authority to redevelop the land as a pond

The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has directed the Gurugram Metropolitan Development Authority (GMDA) to rework the changes made in the approved plan to redevelop the Silokhra pond adjacent to the Signature Tower crossing within the next 10 days. (HT PHOTO)

Updated on Dec 06, 2024 05:36 AM IST

NHAI installs 175 cameras on Delhi-Ggm, Dwarka e-ways; to be functional in 2 months

The work on the command-and-control centre being built near the Delhi-Gurgaon border along the Dwarka expressway will be completed over the next two months and the system will become operational, an NHAI official said

CCTV cameras installed on the Delhi-Gurugram expressway near the Signature Tower flyover on Tuesday. (HT PHOTO)

Updated on Dec 04, 2024 05:12 AM IST

HC grants relief, deseals HSVP offices in Gurugram’s Sec 14, 15

A double bench comprising justice Sureshwar Thakur and justice Sudeepti Sharma issued the directive after hearing an appeal by HSVP seeking relief in the matter

Sealed office of the land acquisition department of HSVP in Sector 14 , which remained closed on Monday. (HT Photo)

Published on Dec 03, 2024 07:15 AM IST

GMRL to open office at Rapid Metro depot on Golf Course Road

Gurugram Metro Rail Ltd plans to open a new office at Rapid Metro Depot 2 to accommodate around 200 staff, enhancing access for contractors and consultants.

(Representational Image) A GMRL official said that they had previously planned to set up the office at Depot one of Rapid Metro at Moulsari Avenue but the space is not adequate to deploy around 200 staff members and set up office stations (HT Archive)

Updated on Dec 02, 2024 05:44 AM IST

HSVP gives Country Club in Sector 56 on lease to private firm to operate

The establishment of the HSVP Country Club in Sector 56 was announced by the state government in 2014 for the residents and the authority had given the contract to a private firm for ₹11.88 crore. But the project has remained mired in legal issues and is still incomplete

The Haryana Shahari Vikas Pradhikaran (HSVP) Country Club located at Sector-54 near Rapid Metro Station in Gurugram. (HT PHOTO)

Updated on Nov 30, 2024 06:32 AM IST

Chintels: Builder submits plan to DTCP, to be rebuilt in phases

On February 10, 2022, renovations at a sixth-floor flat of Tower D in the society led to the ceiling of a bedroom collapsing, causing a cascading effect in which portions of flats caved in all the way down to the first floor. Following the incident, in which two residents were killed, the Haryana department of town and country planning (DTCP) ordered a structural audit of the entire complex

Based on a report prepared by IIT-Delhi, the administration deemed five of the nine towers in the complex — D, E, F, G, and H — unsafe, and in need of demolition. Later, on January 5 this year, Tower J was also declared unsafe. (HT PHOTO)

Updated on Nov 30, 2024 06:00 AM IST

HSVP proposes to shift marble market in Sector 33 to build metro depot

The chief administrator also issued directions at the meeting held on November 11 to superintending engineer-I, HSVP, Gurugram to prepare and submit a tentative estimate for laying out of development works in Sector 34, Gurugram, as per the approved layout plan in case allottees of Marble Market Sector 33 are accommodated in Sector 34

Updated on Nov 29, 2024 05:56 AM IST

HSVP files fresh petition in SC to resolve land dispute in Sec 21

HSVP officials said that on the land which is owned by the authority and is not under litigation, they will consider setting up urban infrastructure and other social infrastructure required by the residents of Sector 21

Updated on Nov 29, 2024 05:52 AM IST

Physical presence, biometric of buyers, sellers mandatory for property transfer: HSVP

Till now, the seller used to apply for online transfer permission, on the basis of which the plot or house was transferred by HSVP. Apart from this many more changes have been made in the property management system of the authority to make it easier to manage properties

The Haryana Shahari Vikas Pradhikaran is one of the largest real estate developers in the city, and it has developed 57 residential sectors in Gurugram, apart from developing commercial areas and markets. The authority still owns one of the largest land banks in the city, including the premium Sector 29. (HT PHOTO)

Updated on Nov 28, 2024 07:28 AM IST

Land survey for Gurugram Metro to begin soon

The 28.5-kilometre-long metro rail project will be built at a cost of ₹5,450 crore. Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone for the project on February 16, this year

The Gurugram Metro extension project will cover a distance of 28.5 kilometres from Huda City Centre to Cyber City, via Subash Chowk, Hero Honda Chowk, Sector 5, and Sector 22. The route will have 27 stops, including an interchange station at Palam Vihar. (HT PHOTO)

Updated on Nov 27, 2024 05:28 AM IST

Hry chief secy demands strict action for civic lapses in Ggm

Officials to take legal actions against private contractors if deadlines aren’t met, and work is subpar, Haryana chief secretary Vivek Joshi directed

Haryana chief secretary Vivek Joshi with senior officials during his review meeting on Sunday. (HT Photo)

Updated on Nov 25, 2024 08:54 AM IST

Mahira Homes buyers stage protest over 2yr+ delay in project

The projects have been stuck for over two and a half years, following legal actions against the Mahira Homes for licensing violations, officials said.

Earlier on Friday, homebuyers protested at the mini-secretariat near Rajiv Chowk before moving to the HRERA office. (HT Photo)

Published on Nov 23, 2024 06:13 AM IST

MCM fines developers ₹65 lakhs for flouting Grap

Out of the issued fines, six were related to construction and demolition (C&D) and one challan was issued against a sewerage treatment plant (STP)

MCM officials during their crackdown on Wednesday. (HT Photo)

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Published on Nov 21, 2024 09:35 AM IST

ByAbhishek Behl, Gurugram

Daily wagers hit as construction sites close in Gurugram

Many non-contractual labourers from Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Madhya Pradesh expressed distress over the loss of income

Published on Nov 20, 2024 11:57 AM IST

DTCP orders 33 developers to control dust as Gurugram enforces Grap 4

The Department of Town and Country Planning (DTCP) on Monday issued notices to 33 developers in the city

Updated on Nov 19, 2024 05:34 AM IST

₹100 crore to be spent on shifting of utilities on Umang Bhardwaj to Hero Honda Chowk

In September, the district administration had conducted a multi-agency meeting to expedite the removal of various utilities, to construct the elevated road on the 3.2km stretch

As per estimates, <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>33.11 crore will be used for shifting of existing water supply lines falling in alignment of the national highway from Umang Bhardwaj Chowk to Hero Honda Chowk, <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>8.18 crore will be used for shifting master sewer lines on this stretch and <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>15.57 crore will be for shifting the master stormwater drainage lines. (File Photo/HT)

Updated on Nov 18, 2024 06:48 AM IST

ByAbhishek Behl, Gurugram

Ggm railway station to get Metro connectivity

Officials said the one-kilometre connectivity will let large number of daily commuters coming from adjoining areas to use the Metro

The project will make commute easy for people coming from Mahendergarh, Narnaul, and Rewari. (HT archive)

Published on Nov 15, 2024 10:51 PM IST

HSVP to launch scheme for allottees, plot holders in Gurugram

HSVP Gurugram administrator Vaishali Singh said that 512 beneficiaries in 34 Gurugram sectors will benefit from the scheme

Updated on Nov 15, 2024 05:18 AM IST

Senior citizens housing policy: Easy healthcare access in new housing projects

The minimum and maximum area requirement for establishment of such projects can range from 0.5 acre to 10 acre. The project should have maximum floor area ratio of 225 and the site must be accessible from atleast a 12-metre wide road.

Updated on Nov 13, 2024 05:58 AM IST

Surge in Gurugram realty driven by Diwali demand

Experts said such an increase in land deal activity across classes reflects a robust investor sentiment

Updated on Nov 03, 2024 09:25 AM IST

ByLeena Dhankhar, Abhishek Behl

GMDA to seek approval for 39 infra projects worth ₹2,254 crore

GMDA seeks ₹253 crore for 11 infrastructure projects in Gurugram, focusing on water management, road repairs, and transport improvements.

Key projects focus on enhancing water management, roads, drains, and transport facilities across the city, a senior GMDA official added (HT Archive)

Updated on Nov 02, 2024 06:14 AM IST

Dust portal sign-up must for projects over 500 sq.m: DTCP

DTCP’s initiative is part of an effort to monitor dust pollution and enforce the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) in NCR

Dust pollution is a major source of pollution, with construction sites to come under the scanner. (Parveen Kumar/HT Photo)

Updated on Oct 31, 2024 05:24 AM IST

GMDA to build ₹115 Cr office complex in Sector 16

The new GMDA building, designed to consolidate all divisions under one roof, will feature a ground floor and nine additional stories

Currently, GMDA operates out of a rented building in Sector 44, leased from the Indian Railways Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC). (HT Archive)

Published on Oct 30, 2024 10:53 AM IST

Gurugram’s sectors 68 to 80 set to get smart streetlights

GMDA has approved ₹9 crore for smart streetlights on roads in sectors 68-80, enhancing safety and monitoring via ICCC. Completion expected in a year.

A GMDA official said that these smart and connected lights will automatically allow dimming during less traffic hours, and will also come with individual operational activity. In case of any malfunction or instance of vandalism, an alarm will also be raised to support quick detection and redressal of any issue, the officials added. (HT Archive)

Updated on Oct 30, 2024 10:37 AM IST

Atul Kataria Chowk to Rezangla junction stretch set for upgrade

The GMDA plans to install a 6.5-foot-high grill along the stretch, introduce new signage, and add greenery to enhance road safety and aesthetics.

Atul Kataria Chowk underpass (HT Archive)

Updated on Oct 30, 2024 05:34 AM IST

Eight new FOBs to come up in heavy traffic areas

Residents across 20 locations had demanded foot over bridges in their areas, following which the authority conducted a survey, and identified eight locations which require the FOBs on priority. Now, the civic body plans to hire a consultant for preparing a detailed project report for the eight locations. The consultant will provide detailed information about presence of utilities, availability of land, and related issues.

Pedestrians crossing a busy road in the Jwala Mill area. (HT Archive)

Updated on Oct 25, 2024 05:26 AM IST

GMDA allocates ₹83 Cr to build stormwater drains in key sectors

₹51 crore will be spent on constructing the main storm drain in Sectors 68 to 75, while ₹32 crore will be allocated for the storm drains in Sectors 112 to 115

GMDA officials noted that the drains would help address waterlogging along the Southern Peripheral Road and Dwarka Expressway. (Parveen Kumar/HT Photo)

Published on Oct 24, 2024 07:57 AM IST