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Maria Khan

Senior Correspondent, Hindustan Times. Reports on district administration, health, civic issues, and environmental concerns in Noida and Greater Noida. Graduated from MJP Rohilkhand University in 2015 and started career in journalism in 2016, at The Times of India, UP West (Bareilly, Rampur, Moradabad and Sambhal) where reported on a range of issues including crime and politics till November 2021. Working with Hindustan Times since June, 2023.

Articles by Maria Khan

Gautam Budh Nagar: Anti-adulteration raids ahead of Holi

Since Saturday, surprise inspections were conducted at various shops, and multiple samples of food items collected for testing

Noida

Published on Mar 11, 2025 06:29 AM IST

ByMaria Khan

Noida has become a city of opportunities for youth: Yogi Adityanath

Yogi said as he laid foundation stone for a number of projects in Gautam Budh Nagar, including that for Microsoft’s new research and development facility in Noida

Noida

Published on Mar 09, 2025 05:56 AM IST

ByVinod Rajput, Maria Khan

Liquor shop lottery held in Greater Noida for 501 shops

Uttar Pradesh held an e-lottery for 501 liquor shops in Greater Noida, attracting 18,229 applicants, highlighting strong market demand.

A customer looks at liquor bottles for purchase at a liquor store in NCR. (REUTERS)

Noida

Published on Mar 07, 2025 05:28 AM IST

ByMaria Khan

Power outage at Noida’s Sec 39 hospital leaves patients distressed

Doctors at the district hospital in Noida’s Sector 39 were seen examining patients using mobile phone flashlights

Hospital staff catering to patients’ family in the dark (HT Photo)

Noida

Published on Mar 06, 2025 05:48 AM IST

ByMaria Khan

Noida: Sector 117 launches drive for Swachh Survekshan 2025

The final phase (field assessment) of this 9th edition of the cleanliness survey is being carried out from February 15 to March 31, 2025

Noida

Published on Mar 05, 2025 06:32 AM IST

ByMaria Khan

Gautam Budh Nagar sees significant rise in minimum temp

Gautam Budh Nagar's minimum temperature rose to 17.5°C, while AQI remains moderate. Residents enjoy warmer days, with strong winds expected soon.

The maximum temperature remained relatively stable, with 27°C on Tuesday as compared to 30.3°C on Monday. (Sunil Ghosh/HT Photo)

Noida

Published on Mar 05, 2025 05:42 AM IST

ByMaria Khan

Gautam Budh Nagar conducts food safety raids before Holi, Navratri

Authorities have warned if food samples are found to be substandard for consumption, strict legal action will be taken against the concerned operators under 2006 Food Safety and Standards Act

During festivals like Holi and Navratri, there is a surge in the consumption of traditional foods, and thus, it is imperative that these items meet safety standards to prevent any health hazards, said officials. (HT Photo)

Noida

Published on Mar 04, 2025 07:06 AM IST

ByMaria Khan, Greater Noida

No helmet, no entry: Noida universities to enforce road safety initiative

The universities have asked their security heads to ensure compliance of the directive for helmets and seat belts at the entry gates

Officials of the transport department said that official letters of confirmation about compliance with their road safety directive have been sent to the department, ensuring full cooperation. (HT Photo)

Noida

Published on Mar 02, 2025 05:30 AM IST

ByMaria Khan

Illegal constructions resurface in Hindon floodplains, 5 booked

A case was registered following complaint from the tehsildar (revenue officer) that five people unlawfully resumed construction on the same land earlier cleared of encroachments

Noida

Published on Mar 01, 2025 05:54 AM IST

ByMaria Khan

Temperatures surge in GB Nagar, IMD says thunderstorms ahead

But some relief is in store for residents as the IMD has issued a forecast indicating the possibility of thunderstorms and lightning on February 28 and March 1, followed by partly cloudy skies until March 5

Noida

Published on Feb 28, 2025 07:50 AM IST

ByMaria Khan, Noida

Greater Noida: 357 vehicles fined ₹1.68cr for overloading, permit violations

Many vehicles were found violating multiple norms, including unclear registration plates, improper covering of construction materials, missing reflectors, and lack of valid fitness or permit certificates, transport officials informed

Since January 1, a total of 357 overloaded vehicles were fined, and 271 of them were seized, In all, penalties amounting to <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>1.68 crore was imposed on these vehicles. (HT Photo)

Noida

Published on Feb 28, 2025 07:20 AM IST

ByMaria Khan, Greater Noida

GB Nagar admin wants all rainwater harvesting units repaired before monsoon

District magistrate Manish Kumar Verma also directed officials to ensure 100% geo-tagging of saplings planted suring annual plantation drives in the district

Ensuring proper maintenance of rainwater harvesting systems is crucial for groundwater conservation and thus, all institutions, industries, and residential societies must clean and restore their RWH structures before the monsoon, officials said. (HT Photo)

Noida

Published on Feb 28, 2025 06:30 AM IST

ByMaria Khan, Greater Noida

830 power connections cut over unpaid dues in Gr Noida

NPCL disconnected power to 830 defaulters in Greater Noida, recovering ₹2.5 crore.

Officials said they have cracked down on power theft. (Representative photo)

Noida

Published on Feb 27, 2025 05:24 AM IST

ByMaria Khan

Noida: UP Board exams begin amid tight security, DM conducts surprise checks

District administration has implemented stringent measures, including deployment of STF, CCTV surveillance, and real-time monitoring from a central war room to root out malpractices

To maintain law and order, officials said, additional police forces have been deployed across all examination centres. (Sunil Ghosh/HT Photo)

Noida

Published on Feb 25, 2025 06:24 AM IST

ByMaria Khan, Noida

Power sector to drive India’s development story: Union Minister at ELECRAMA 2025

By 2030, India aims to achieve 800 GW of generation capacity, with 50% from renewables, reinforcing its role as a global clean energy leader, the minister said

Organised by the Indian Electrical & Electronics Manufacturers’ Association (IEEMA), the five-day ELECRAMA 2025 is in an endeavour to showcase India’s strength in power technologies, strengthening its position as a global leader in energy innovation. (HT Photo)

Noida

Published on Feb 23, 2025 05:04 AM IST

ByMaria Khan

Toddler’s death in Noida celebratory firing: Second accused nabbed

A man was arrested for accidentally killing a toddler during celebratory firing at a wedding in Noida; an illegal pistol was recovered.

An illegal .32-bore pistol was recovered from his possession, police said. (Representational image)

Noida

Updated on Feb 23, 2025 04:17 AM IST

ByMaria Khan

Gautam Budh Nagar: 10 pools, around 20 gyms’ licences renewed after hiring women staff

Authorities have clarified that only facilities adhering to the new directive issued by the Uttar Pradesh State Women’s Commission on January 5 will be approved for renewal

According to GB Nagar administration, there are approximately 600 swimming pools, 400 gyms, and 100 sports academies in Gautam Budh Nagar, with only one public swimming pool located at Greater Noida Stadium. (HT Photo)

Delhi

Published on Feb 22, 2025 06:30 AM IST

ByMaria Khan, Noida

GB Nagar farmers to hold stir over steep power bills

Farmers claim NPCL has been issuing exorbitant electricity bills, with some residents receiving bills running into lakhs of rupees

The issue escalated last week when hundreds of farmers gathered in protest after an FIR was filed against five people, including Sant Raj and his family. (HT Photo)

Noida

Published on Feb 20, 2025 04:32 PM IST

ByMaria Khan

NGT fines Supertech Ecovillage-2 ₹7.48cr for supplying contaminated water to residents

On September 3, 2024, nearly 300 residents — including 170 children — fell sick, complaining of health issues such as diarrhoea, vomiting, stomach pain, and fever

Noida

Published on Feb 19, 2025 06:10 AM IST

ByMaria Khan, Greater Noida

OTS scheme helps PVVNL Noida raise ₹57.35 crore

The scheme, aimed at helping defaulters clear their outstanding electricity bills with waived penalties and surcharges, was run between December 16, 2024, and February 15, 2025

According to official data, the highest participation was recorded in Phase 1 (December 16-31, 2024), when 16,505 consumers registered and paid <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>38.62 crore, reflecting a strong initial response. (HT Photo)

Noida

Published on Feb 18, 2025 06:42 AM IST

ByMaria Khan

Residents fume as dust covers Sector 76-77 after PVVNL work

UP Pollution Control Board (UPPCB) Noida authorities on Monday, however, assured they will ensure compliance to rules in view of public concerns

Noida

Published on Feb 18, 2025 06:30 AM IST

ByMaria Khan

NGT pulls up Noida authority over discharging treated sewage water

On February 6, the NGT emphasised the importance of conserving natural resources and directed Noida to submit a timeline for achieving 100% utilisation of treated sewage water

The case will now be heard by the NGT on May 15, 2025, for further proceedings. (Sunil Ghosh/HT Photo)

Noida

Published on Feb 16, 2025 07:30 AM IST

ByMaria Khan, Noida

Farmers besiege NPCL, DCP office in Noida, protest ‘unjust FIR’

The protest, led by Kisan Sabha and Kisan Ekta Sangh, saw agitated farmers surrounding the DCP central office and later the NPCL office.

NPCL officials sought one week’s time to address farmers’ concerns, proposing another meeting on February 22, which the farmer leaders agreed to. (HT Photo)

Noida

Published on Feb 14, 2025 08:05 AM IST

ByMaria Khan, Greater Noida

41 of 63 builders in Greater Noida found using groundwater, NGT told

A few realtors have claimed that they do not extract groundwater and instead use the treated water from Greater Noida authority, Noida authority, or private suppliers. Tribunal has ordered that these claims be looked into and a report submitted within eight weeks

Noida

Published on Feb 12, 2025 06:56 AM IST

ByMaria Khan, Greater Noida

Gautam Budh Nagar: Warm days ahead as min temp rises

This rise in temperature is attributed to weak western disturbances affecting the Western Himalayas.

Weather experts have noted that the western disturbances’ impact on the northern plains, including Gautam Budh Nagar, will be minimal. (Sunil Ghosh/HT Photo)

Noida

Published on Feb 11, 2025 07:36 AM IST

ByMaria Khan

980 trees gone from Greater Noida factory, accountability missing: NGT grills UP authorities

The tribunal noted serious lapses on the part of the forest department and other authorities in identifying the culprits and recovering the felled timber

Criticising the state authorities for their unsatisfactory efforts in tracing the missing timber and the individuals behind the large-scale felling, the NGT noted that there was no serious effort to recover the timber from over 900 missing trees or to identify the key culprits behind the felling. (Representational image)

Noida

Published on Feb 11, 2025 07:34 AM IST

ByMaria Khan, Greater Noida

Noida police arrest cyber fraud in ₹78 lakh scam

The case came to light in 2023 afterawoman from Noida filed a complaint stating that an unknown person had contacted her via WhatsApp, luring her into an online investment scheme

The victim woman was asked to complete certain online tasks to make huge returns. She ended up transferring a total of <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>78 lakh to various accounts linked to the suspect. (Representational image)

Noida

Published on Feb 09, 2025 07:02 AM IST

ByMaria Khan

Greater Noida: 37 villages told to clear illegal constructions from Hindon, Yamuna floodplains

The administration has made it clear that it will not be liable for any damages caused by flooding in these areas and will not provide compensation for losses incurred on account of illegal developments

The district administration has been issuing warnings against the illegal establishments on the floodplains and issuing a fresh warning on Friday, that if any illegal construction is being carried out in these areas, it must be removed immediately. (HT Photo)

Noida

Published on Feb 08, 2025 07:16 AM IST

ByMaria Khan, Greater Noida

Greater Noida: Ecovillage 1 residents fall ill from suspected water contamination

Health department has set up medical camp within the society to test and treat residents. Simultaneously, the maintenance team of the housing society has started cleaning water tanks in towers to address potential contamination

Since Wednesday, around 110 residents have undergone checkups at the health camps after they complained of nausea, vomiting, and diarrhoea. (HT Photo)

Noida

Published on Feb 07, 2025 07:26 AM IST

ByMaria Khan, Greater Noida

Greater Noida: Four held for tampering with electronic weighing scales for financial gain

According to police, the suspects would lure weighbridge owners with lucrative offers and install custom-made electronic chips inside the weighing machines. These chips, controlled via remote, allowed operators to manipulate the weight readings—either inflating or reducing the weight as per their preference

The suspects in police custody on Thursday. (HT Photo)

Noida

Published on Feb 07, 2025 07:06 AM IST

ByMaria Khan, Greater Noida

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Since Saturday, surprise inspections were conducted at various shops, and multiple samples of food items collected for testing

Yogi said as he laid foundation stone for a number of projects in Gautam Budh Nagar, including that for Microsoft’s new research and development facility in Noida

Uttar Pradesh held an e-lottery for 501 liquor shops in Greater Noida, attracting 18,229 applicants, highlighting strong market demand.

Doctors at the district hospital in Noida’s Sector 39 were seen examining patients using mobile phone flashlights

The final phase (field assessment) of this 9th edition of the cleanliness survey is being carried out from February 15 to March 31, 2025

Gautam Budh Nagar's minimum temperature rose to 17.5°C, while AQI remains moderate. Residents enjoy warmer days, with strong winds expected soon.

Authorities have warned if food samples are found to be substandard for consumption, strict legal action will be taken against the concerned operators under 2006 Food Safety and Standards Act

The universities have asked their security heads to ensure compliance of the directive for helmets and seat belts at the entry gates

A case was registered following complaint from the tehsildar (revenue officer) that five people unlawfully resumed construction on the same land earlier cleared of encroachments

But some relief is in store for residents as the IMD has issued a forecast indicating the possibility of thunderstorms and lightning on February 28 and March 1, followed by partly cloudy skies until March 5

Many vehicles were found violating multiple norms, including unclear registration plates, improper covering of construction materials, missing reflectors, and lack of valid fitness or permit certificates, transport officials informed

District magistrate Manish Kumar Verma also directed officials to ensure 100% geo-tagging of saplings planted suring annual plantation drives in the district

NPCL disconnected power to 830 defaulters in Greater Noida, recovering ₹2.5 crore.

District administration has implemented stringent measures, including deployment of STF, CCTV surveillance, and real-time monitoring from a central war room to root out malpractices

By 2030, India aims to achieve 800 GW of generation capacity, with 50% from renewables, reinforcing its role as a global clean energy leader, the minister said

A man was arrested for accidentally killing a toddler during celebratory firing at a wedding in Noida; an illegal pistol was recovered.

Authorities have clarified that only facilities adhering to the new directive issued by the Uttar Pradesh State Women’s Commission on January 5 will be approved for renewal

Farmers claim NPCL has been issuing exorbitant electricity bills, with some residents receiving bills running into lakhs of rupees

On September 3, 2024, nearly 300 residents — including 170 children — fell sick, complaining of health issues such as diarrhoea, vomiting, stomach pain, and fever

The scheme, aimed at helping defaulters clear their outstanding electricity bills with waived penalties and surcharges, was run between December 16, 2024, and February 15, 2025

UP Pollution Control Board (UPPCB) Noida authorities on Monday, however, assured they will ensure compliance to rules in view of public concerns

On February 6, the NGT emphasised the importance of conserving natural resources and directed Noida to submit a timeline for achieving 100% utilisation of treated sewage water

The protest, led by Kisan Sabha and Kisan Ekta Sangh, saw agitated farmers surrounding the DCP central office and later the NPCL office.

A few realtors have claimed that they do not extract groundwater and instead use the treated water from Greater Noida authority, Noida authority, or private suppliers. Tribunal has ordered that these claims be looked into and a report submitted within eight weeks

This rise in temperature is attributed to weak western disturbances affecting the Western Himalayas.

The tribunal noted serious lapses on the part of the forest department and other authorities in identifying the culprits and recovering the felled timber

The case came to light in 2023 afterawoman from Noida filed a complaint stating that an unknown person had contacted her via WhatsApp, luring her into an online investment scheme

The administration has made it clear that it will not be liable for any damages caused by flooding in these areas and will not provide compensation for losses incurred on account of illegal developments

Health department has set up medical camp within the society to test and treat residents. Simultaneously, the maintenance team of the housing society has started cleaning water tanks in towers to address potential contamination

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