Peeyush Khandelwal writes on a range of issues in western Uttar Pradesh – from crime, to development authorities and from infrastructure to transport. Based in Ghaziabad, he has been a journalist for almost a decade.
Articles by Peeyush Khandelwal
Drain breach floods Ghaziabad highrise, dozens of vehicles submerged
Residents of the society, which has 24 towers ranging from 26 to 28 storeys, said water entered both Phase 1 and 2 basements
Published on May 04, 2025 05:12 AM IST
Ghaziabad police reorganise beat policing with ‘citizen-centric’ measures
The overhaul, officials said, reflects a shift towards a more accountable and accessible policing model
Updated on May 02, 2025 10:31 PM IST
Ghaziabad: Project revised for 7 untapped drains flowing in Hindon
Together, these drains have an untreated discharge of about 149.97MLD (million litres per day) which goes to river Hindon and adding to pollution
Published on May 02, 2025 06:30 AM IST
GDA eases industrial buildings’ FAR norms to boost growth
The members of the Ghaziabad industrial associations said that the amendments will pave way for more vertical expansion.
Published on May 01, 2025 08:08 AM IST
GDA: Harnandipuram set to get Delhi link to ease snarls at RNE
GDA officials said that the elevated road will complement the planned 45-metre-wide road that connects the Harnandipuram
Published on May 01, 2025 05:12 AM IST
Ghaziabad: 231 ponds under encroachment, NGT told
Five tehsils of the district have 1,075 ponds/water bodies and 231 of these stand encroached in one way or the other
Published on Apr 30, 2025 09:20 AM IST
Three policemen suspended for locking up BJP office bearer in police station
Police on Monday said that they suspended one of their sub-inspectors and two head constables in connection with the incident and a probe in underway
Published on Apr 29, 2025 10:06 AM IST
Peeyush Khandelwal, Ghaziabad
Fire breaks out at commercial building in Ghaziabad, 60 evacuated
Officials said that many of those trapped inside the building in their offices were anxious, and some were even planning to jump out of the windows in panic
Published on Apr 29, 2025 10:04 AM IST
Peeyush Khandelwal, Ghaziabad
Ghaziabad municipal corporation board condemns J&K attack, lends support to ONOE bill
Different groups such as traders, businessmen, and resident welfare associations (RWAs) are also coming forward to support ONOE, says the city mayor
Published on Apr 29, 2025 09:56 AM IST
Ghaziabad: 2 dead as ambulance rams into truck on Delhi Meerut Expressway
The truck in front suddenly applied brakes, and the ambulance crashed into its rear on DME near Bhojpur, said police
Published on Apr 27, 2025 06:16 AM IST
Ghaziabad: 7 booked for targeting specific vendors in Loni village
The police action came after police took cognisance of recent videos put up on social media by the accused themselves
Published on Apr 27, 2025 06:12 AM IST
Peeyush Khandelwal, Ghaziabad
Ghaziabad: 35-year-old held for killing woman friend at his house
Several police teams were tracking the suspect who had fled to Haridwar and when he returned to visit his family in Loni, he was tracked via electronic surveillance and nabbed
Published on Apr 27, 2025 06:02 AM IST
Ghaziabad police introduces tenure limits for cops
The latest directions state that a police sub-inspector will serve a maximum period of two years in a zone in the district, and head-constables a maximum duty period of four years in the city zone
Published on Apr 26, 2025 06:48 AM IST
Ghaziabad: NCRTC plans new FOB to link ISBT Kaushambi to RRTS Anand Vihar station
A 200-250m foot overbridge with travelators will connect Anand Vihar RRTS station to Kaushambi ISBT, enhancing access and reducing congestion.
Published on Apr 25, 2025 05:04 AM IST
Man held for stabbing sister-in-law, dumping her in Loni
A 42-year-old man was arrested for stabbing his 25-year-old partner, his sister-in-law, in Loni. She survived and is hospitalized.
Updated on Apr 24, 2025 07:48 AM IST
Ghaziabad ex-councillors oppose new property tax hike
The councillors made public the documents and government orders in connection with the property-tax structure.
Published on Apr 24, 2025 07:17 AM IST
Peeyush Khandelwal, Ghaziabad
Take approval to change sections in serious cases: Ghaziabad CP
Investigating officers taking up such cases will need approval of the concerned DCPs before adding or removing any sections or adding or removing names of suspects
Published on Apr 23, 2025 10:44 AM IST
1 killed, 2 injured in Loni fireworks factory blaze
Officers said that an embroidery unit was operated on the ground and second floors, while the alleged illegal fireworks were being manufactured on the first floor
Published on Apr 23, 2025 06:26 AM IST
Man dies by suicide alleging colleagues’ harassment
Police said that he consumed some poisonous substance at home and also narrated his ordeal while his condition deteriorated.
Published on Apr 23, 2025 06:20 AM IST
2 charred to death after car hits van on DME
The crash took place around 1.30pm on the Delhi-bound carriageway when an Eeco van was parked roadside as its driver changed a flat tyre.
Published on Apr 23, 2025 06:18 AM IST
Ghaziabad police chief takes away head constables’ power to challan
The direction came in response to rising public complaints and concerns over misuse of powers and traffic mismanagement
Published on Apr 22, 2025 07:22 AM IST
Peeyush Khandelwal, Ghaziabad
Ghaziabad: 2 get life-imprisonment for gangraping minor girl in 2023
The defence had sought leniency during the final argument while telling the court that Nizam had a wife, children and an old aged mother while Zakir was having responsibility of his eight children
Published on Apr 20, 2025 07:12 AM IST
100K Ghaziabad properties identified as untaxed; self-assessment drive begins
Property owners can complete self-assessment online at www.onlinegnn.com or by obtaining forms from zonal offices
Published on Apr 19, 2025 08:32 AM IST
Peeyush Khandelwal, Ghaziabad
Mistaken identity: Last Mughal’s mural defaced in Ghaziabad
The Hindu Raksha Dal (HRD) claimed responsibility for the incident and police have booked unidentified people in the matter
Published on Apr 19, 2025 08:16 AM IST
Peeyush Khandelwal, Ghaziabad
Ghaziabad: Ahead of monsoon, corporation starts re-construction of 9 drains
The drains have been taken up across five zones—two in Vijay Nagar, four in Mohan Nagar, and one each in Vasundhara, Kavi Nagar, and City zones, officials said
Published on Apr 19, 2025 08:10 AM IST
Peeyush Khandelwal, Ghaziabad
Ghaziabad: Police yet to trace men who stabbed 21-year-old student
Ghaziabad police investigate the stabbing of 21-year-old Mohammad Zaid by four unidentified men; no CCTV footage yet available.
Published on Apr 18, 2025 06:48 AM IST
Ghaziabad: UP housing board finalises 40-acre development plan in Vasundhara
UPHDB finalizes a 40-acre development plan in Vasundhara, Ghaziabad, including an AIIMS satellite center and housing for 25,000 residents.
Published on Apr 18, 2025 06:46 AM IST
Ghaziabad man kills wife, and self citing cancer diagnosis: Police
The incident took place around 11am on the ground floor of the house while the couple’s two sons were on the first floor, according to police officials
Published on Apr 17, 2025 06:28 AM IST
Uttar Pradesh drafts new building bylaws for ’25, invites public objections
Citizens can submit their objections or suggestions in writing at the housing and urban planning department’s office or via email
Published on Apr 17, 2025 06:24 AM IST
Ghaziabad: Bikers assault man in road rage, later beat his cousin to death
Jasbir Singh was beaten by bats, rods and bricks by three men and two minors until he slipped into a coma
Published on Apr 17, 2025 05:56 AM IST