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Abhishek Bhatia

Abhishek Bhatia

Articles by Abhishek Bhatia

Haryana’s April crop fires jump 2x year-on-year, satellite data shows

Around 900 straw-related blazes were reported between April 1 and 30, an increase from 450 during the same period last year, the data, seen by HT, shows. (HT Archive)

Updated on May 1, 2026 22:00 IST

4 booked over illegal parking near metro stations in Gurugram

During an inspection drive in DLF Phase-II on Wednesday evening, around four vehicles were found blocking roads near the Phase-II rapid metro and Sikanderpur metro stations, the officer said.

Updated on May 1, 2026 21:50 IST

DC orders NHAI to repair Delhi-Ggm E-way service lanes in 2 weeks, invokes BNSS

DC orders NHAI to repair Delhi-Ggm E-way service lanes in 2 weeks, invokes BNSS

Updated on Apr 30, 2026 01:10 IST

Illegal medical store busted in Gurugram, narcotics seized in raid

Illegal medical store busted in Gurugram, narcotics seized in raid

Updated on Apr 28, 2026 04:33 IST

HSPCB to test bioremediation in Gurugram drain to curb pollution levels

HSPCB to test bioremediation in Gurugram drain to curb pollution levels

Updated on Apr 28, 2026 03:45 IST

Over 100 goats die in Rewari farm fire; cause under investigation

Over 100 goats die in Rewari farm fire; cause under investigation

Updated on Apr 26, 2026 22:58 IST

Gurugram challan recovery weak despite surge in traffic fines: RTI

Recovery ratio across key violations remains low, with most dues from camera-detected offences as motorists delay or contest penalties. (HT Archive)

Updated on Apr 26, 2026 24:58 IST

Haryana Roadways to introduce gps tracking, S.O.S alerts for women safety

The initiative is taken under the Union ministry of road transport and highways’ “Nirbhaya” framework to ensure safety of women passengers.

Updated on Apr 24, 2026 23:36 IST

llegal polluting points mapped across three Gurugram drains

llegal polluting points mapped across three Gurugram drains

Updated on Apr 24, 2026 23:28 IST

GMDA to use drones to map illegal links, sewage discharge along Badshahpur drain

Officials added that encroachments along a 6km stretch between Dhankot and Basai on Leg-3 will be removed, after which grilles will be installed to improve safety. (Parveen Kumar/HT Photo)

Updated on Apr 23, 2026 22:42 IST

MCG to set up seven C&D waste collection points in Gurugram

A separate tender has also been floated for complaint redressal, with 48 geo-tagged pickup vehicles, supported by staff and JCBs, to operate across four zones. (HT Archive)

Updated on Apr 23, 2026 22:38 IST

HPV misinformation hits vaccine uptake in Gurugram: Health dept

Videos falsely linking HPV vaccine to infertility, autoimmune issues flagged; task force meet to plan coordinated response across departments. (HT)

Updated on Apr 23, 2026 24:08 IST

NHAI begins pre-monsoon works on NH-48, Sohna Expressway

Joint NHAI-MCG checks find sewer overflow, illegal wastewater connections to drains being removed; contract awarded in March for upkeep. (HT)

Updated on Apr 22, 2026 19:03 IST

Gurugram traffic trial reroutes vehicles to ease old city congestion

Plan includes new U-turns, link roads and stricter enforcement; awareness gaps lead to some indiscipline on ground (HT)

Updated on Apr 22, 2026 04:22 IST

Wetland body seeks report on Masani barrage pollution in Rewari

Residents cite ecological risks across 15 villages; pipeline, STP upgrades planned as penalty faces NGT challenge. (HT)

Updated on Apr 22, 2026 03:59 IST

Only 4 of 9 Haryana waste clusters get nod, HSPCB tells NGT

Only 4 of 9 Haryana waste clusters get nod, HSPCB tells NGT

Updated on Apr 20, 2026 11:55 IST

‘Fake’ mounjaro injections worth ₹56 lakh seized in Gurugram; 2 held

Officials said the CEO failed to produce any valid licence for stocking or sale. (HT Photo)

Updated on Apr 19, 2026 23:00 IST

Three fire incidents reported in Gurugram on Sunday, no injuries

Photo for representation (Getty Images/iStockphoto)

Updated on Apr 19, 2026 22:56 IST

GMDA invites bids for CCTV audit in Phase II surveillance expansion

Consultant to assess six camera types across traffic zones; 3,922 cameras to be linked by Dec 2026 through ICCC monitoring (HT Archive)

Updated on Apr 19, 2026 22:54 IST

5 new air monitoring stations eyed for Gurugram by year-end

The proposal aims to monitor densely populated clusters and background areas to establish a baseline for the city’s air quality.

Updated on Apr 18, 2026 21:58 IST

Heatwave advisory issued in Gurugram; Hospitals told to prepare for surge in cases

The advisory warned residents to stay indoors during the peak afternoon hours and remain hydrated.

Updated on Apr 16, 2026 22:56 IST

Bandhwari Landfill fire smoulders for 2nd day; ‘methane buildup’ suspected

Smoke seen coming out from the Bandhwari Landfill as seen on Thursday. (Parveen Kumar/HT)

Updated on Apr 16, 2026 22:52 IST

Dedicated sanitation drive continues across district health facilities

The measures include upgrading the hospitals’ civic amenities, reducing patients’ waiting times and frequent inspections, said officials.

Updated on Apr 15, 2026 23:00 IST

HSPCB served notices to 140 industrial units to adopt new standards by CPCB

The standards aims at reducing the maximum permissible particulate matter (PM) discharge limit from 80mg/Nm³ (milligrams per Normal Cubic Meter) to 50mg/Nm³.

Updated on Apr 15, 2026 22:58 IST

Blaze on Gurugram Sec 50 spreads to nearby homes; no casualties reported

Around 200 families’ belongings stored in makeshift tents caught fire; residents flag recurring encroachments and C&D waste dumping on the plot. (Parveen Kumar/HT)

Updated on Apr 14, 2026 05:37 IST

HSPCB sensitise RWAs on STP upkeep, flags sewage norm violations

HSPCB sensitise RWAs on STP upkeep, flags sewage norm violations

Updated on Apr 12, 2026 22:48 IST

Five vehicles seized since Feb as Gurugram cracks down on pending challans

Five vehicles seized since Feb as Gurugram cracks down on pending challans

Updated on Apr 12, 2026 22:46 IST

Open dumping rife across Gurugram, despite ‘fines and action’

Officials cite 1,200 metric tonnes waste daily; door-to-door tender scrapped, new estimate underway amid gaps in collection and processing. (HT Photo)

Updated on Apr 11, 2026 22:28 IST

Road safety infrastructure to undergo revamp on sector 1 to 23 stretches

Officials said the tender was floated on April 8, and bids will be received online until April 21, following which a technical and financial evaluation will be conducted.

Updated on Apr 9, 2026 22:10 IST

Gurugram firefighters join strike over deaths, pay, allowances

Gurugram firefighters join strike over deaths, pay, allowances

Updated on Apr 9, 2026 02:29 IST

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