The World Meteorological Organization’s State of the Climate in Asia 2024 report warns that the region is warming nearly twice as fast as the global average, driving more extreme weather and posing serious threats to lives, ecosystems, and economies. In 2024, Asia experienced its warmest or second warmest year on …
For land acquired to build a link road A Delhi court has directed the Union Government to pay higher compensation to three local residents whose land it acquired to build a link road on the western periphery of the national Capital. Additional District Judge Bhupesh Kumar directed the Centre to …
New Delhi: The first monorail link in the capital may come up in West Delhi providing connectivity to far-flung areas like Baprola, which is still off the metro map, but is being groomed to be the next big business hub. The monorail will be a crucial mode of transport to …
Medieval lake dies slow death even as PWD & DDA wrangle over clearing debris. The Delhi high court deadline to clear the mess ends this month Once a placid blue lake, the medieval Neela Hauz is choking. Debris continues to pile misery after the freefall of rubble from the newly …
A YEAR has passed since the residents welfare association (RWA) of B3A Block, Janakpuri, adopted five parks, and the difference is there for everybody to see. RWA president S K Chandan points at a green neighbourhood park and says,
Bamboo instead of concrete to be used for construction; focus on preserving natural flora, fauna in area In an effort to revitalise the banks of the river Yamuna and revive flora and fauna in the area, the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) has begun work on an ambitious project. It includes …
In view of water problems faced by the city, the Delhi Jal Board (DJB) has, until now, given clearance to 30 structures that have water-harvesting systems and are, therefore, capable of water conservation. Over a year ago, the city
DJB Says VK Colonies Already Short Of Water; Clueless DDA Cites Recycling, Harvesting New Delhi: Delhi Development Authority (DDA) will soon start the allotment of 2,000-odd flats in Vasant Kunj but is yet to make arrangements for any water supply to the area. Delhi Jal Board (DJB) denies even hearing …
Clearing the first of many projects that have been stuck in limbo thanks to the Commonwealth Games, the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) will construct 4,740 houses for the economically weaker section (EWS) in Siraspur, Northwest Delhi. The project, which has been in the planning stage for a long time, was …
New Delhi: Plans have finally been drawn up for the restoration of Neela Hauz, a centuries-old waterbody located near Aruna Asif Ali Marg in south Delhi. The construction of a flyover on the lake in March 2008 saw over 45,000 cubic metres of earth being dumped into it. At present, …
Reversing the effect of urbanization on the riverfront is an ambitious project that will revive the flora and fauna New Delhi: Rapid urbanization along the Yamuna riverfront has taken its toll on the flora and fauna. In an attempt to preserve the
The Ministry would also examine DDA notification on building by-laws in villages. Union Urban Development Minister Kamal Nath on Thursday said there was a need to revisit the Master Plan for Delhi-2021 keeping in mind people's needs. He said the Ministry would also examine the notification issued by the Delhi …
New Delhi: The development of the Okhla Bird Park has been on hold for several years as its notification has become a bone of contention between Delhi and Uttar Pradesh. UP notified the park as a sanctuary in 1990, including areas that came under Delhi. While the state is in …
Neela Hauz, the ancient water body on Aruna Asif Ali Marg near Vasant Kunj, which was edging towards extinction due to construction of a flyover near it, will soon return to life. On Wednesday, the Delhi High Court told the civic bodies to complete their work and restore the medieval-era …
In spite of a looming water crisis, the Delhi government and the various civic agencies are still to get their act together. NEHA LALCHANDANI writes Neha Lalchandani The rapid pace of urbanization is putting immense pressure on the country
A clogged sewerage system and a massive rise in the water table from a depth of about 40 to 50 feet to a mere four to five feet are now posing a major threat to buildings in several parts of East Delhi, Urban Development and Finance Minister A.K. Walia said …
New Delhi: After completion of Phase II of construction by the end of this month, Delhi Metro network will cover an impressive 190km in the capital. But those who haven
