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Maria Khan

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

Noida identifies 28 waterlogging hotspots, ramps up monsoon readiness

The measures aim to reduce flooding and traffic disruptions during the peak monsoon, said officials. (HT archive)

Updated on Jul 11, 2026 02:51 IST

Industrialists flag civic woes in Noida, DM orders action

The association sought faster resolution of infrastructure problems and better coordination among government departments to improve the business environment.

Updated on Jul 11, 2026 02:48 IST

DM reviews infrastructure issues in Chapraula-Dadri industrial belt

DM directed departments to resolve the pending issues timely during a review meeting with officials from various departments and representatives of the Chapraula-Dadri Industrial Association. (Representative photo)

Updated on Jul 3, 2026 17:19 IST

GIMS to train healthcare professionals in practical AI applications

According to officials, the programme has been designed to help healthcare professionals integrate AI tools into routine clinical practice, teaching and research. (Representative photo)

Updated on Jul 3, 2026 17:16 IST

Gautam Budh Nagar begins school vehicle safety checks till July 15

Vehicles found violating mandatory safety norms or operating without valid fitness certificates or other required documents will face action under the Motor Vehicles Act. (HT Photos)

Updated on Jul 3, 2026 02:41 IST

Gautam Budh Nagar commercial units get 15 days for fire safety compliance

District magistrate Medha Roopam on Tuesday asked all establishments to complete the process of obtaining mandatory approvals, registrations and NOCs within 15 days from June 30 (HT Archive)

Updated on Jul 2, 2026 02:33 IST

Yeida clears eight industrial projects worth ₹3,181 cr

Yeida’s CEO Rakesh Kumar Singh handed over the letters of intent during a programme held on Tuesday in the presence of senior authority officials and representatives of the investing companies. (HT Archive)

Updated on Jun 30, 2026 17:49 IST

Gr Noida: BKU seeks release of detained protesting GIMS contractual staff

Monday’s demonstration came days after police detained around 50 protesters last Wednesday night at the GIMS during a late-night operation to end their sit-in. (HT Photo)

Updated on Jun 29, 2026 22:20 IST

Gr Noida: 37 stretches to be cleaned to control dust

The June 24-July 11 campaign has been launched in compliance with the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) ‘s directions. (HT)

Updated on Jun 27, 2026 22:14 IST

GB Nagar forest dept to initiate plantation drive along Hindon river

Officials said plantation helps stabilise soil, reduce erosion and act as a green buffer by improving the local ecosystem and enhancing biodiversity.

Updated on Jun 27, 2026 22:08 IST

66 campuses join anti-drug campaign as GB Nagar steps up awareness push

s part of the campaign, more than 200 students from Sharda University’s medical, dental and psychiatry departments participated in an awareness rally in Greater Noida on Wednesday. (HT Photo)

Updated on Jun 25, 2026 22:54 IST

Day 10 of staff strike: GIMS says services smooth

“All outpatient departments are operating smoothly,” GIMS director Dr (Brig.) Rakesh Gupta said. (HT Archive)

Updated on Jun 25, 2026 24:56 IST

Gautam Budh Nagar officials seal 7 coaching centres

On Wednesday, officials said at least 66 centres have been inspected with nine sealed and 12 issued notices for failing to comply with prescribed norms. (HT Archive)

Updated on Jun 25, 2026 24:52 IST

PVVNL installs two transformers to resolve low-voltage in Sector 130, Noida

The move followed residents’ complaint about frequent voltage fluctuations and inadequate power supply. (HT Archive)

Updated on Jun 23, 2026 01:00 IST

Waste processing infra set up in Greater Noida

The initiative aims to strengthen waste segregation at source, improve recycling, and support workers engaged in waste collection and processing. (HT Photo)

Updated on Jun 23, 2026 24:56 IST

Over 18k appear for NEET-UG retest across Noida, Greater Noida and Ghaziabad

Officials said the examination was held under tight security arrangements. (Sunil Ghosh/ HT)

Updated on Jun 21, 2026 22:42 IST

Greater Noida woman alleges assault couple booked

The incident allegedly took place around 8pm in the basement area of a society in Gaur City 2. (Representational image)

Updated on Jun 21, 2026 22:40 IST

Thousands mark International Yoga Day in Gautam Budh Nagar

This year’s events theme was “Yoga for Healthy Ageing”, with participants performing various yoga asanas and meditation exercises in accordance with the Common Yoga Protocol. (Sunil Ghosh/HT Photo)

Updated on Jun 21, 2026 22:34 IST

GIMS’s outsourced staff stir enters fifth day

The employees have been protesting since June 15, alleging that workers who have spent years serving the institute are being overlooked as GIMS proceeds with recruitment for permanent posts.

Updated on Jun 19, 2026 23:06 IST

4 vehicles fined for dumping garbage in Greater Noida’s Zeta-1

Illegal dumping of waste collected from residential societies continues to be a major sanitation and environmental concern in Greater Noida. (HT Photos)

Updated on Jun 18, 2026 23:30 IST

After recent fires, GB Nagar plans safety audit of public buildings, high-rises

A fire broke out at a restaurant located in a five-storey building in Sector 52 earlier this month. (Sunil Ghosh /HT Photo)

Updated on Jun 17, 2026 22:52 IST

UP minister lauds govt schemes as BJP marks 12 years at Centre

The minister was speaking at a programme in Noida’s Sector 27, marking 12 years of the PM Modi-led administration at the Centre. (HT)

Updated on Jun 13, 2026 21:44 IST

UP International Trade Show to be held from Sep 25-29

The event is being jointly organised by the state government and the India Exposition Mart Limited (IEML) (HT)

Updated on Jun 13, 2026 21:42 IST

Register within three days or face action, sports dept tells operators

Register within three days or face action, sports dept tells operators

Updated on Jun 13, 2026 24:54 IST

2.6 tonne spice stock sealed during Gautam Budh Nagar inspection

Gautam Budh Nagar food safety department has intensified inspections of spice manufacturing units across Noida, Greater Noida and Jewar. (HT photo)

Updated on Jun 13, 2026 24:48 IST

Noida, Ghaziabad set for a stormy weekend

The IMD has issued an ‘orange’ alert for Friday, forecasting “thunderstorm accompanied with a dust storm and hailstorms” and “thundersquall with wind speed reaching 50-60kmph”. (Arvind Yadav/HT Photo)

Updated on Jun 12, 2026 24:44 IST

Forest dept to probe allegations of illegal tree felling at industrial unit in Sahibabad

District forest department officials said the matter came to the department’s notice through its field staff, following which an inspection team was deployed. (HT Photos)

Updated on Jun 12, 2026 24:42 IST

Won’t compensate encroachers on Hindon for flood losses, says Government

“The orders state that compensation for flood-related losses due to illegal constructions will not be paid by the government.” (HT Photos)

Updated on Jun 11, 2026 02:07 IST

Check illegal groundwater use at sites in Noida region: NGT

Tongad said a detailed representation, along with photographs, documents and other evidence, would now be submitted before the Uttar Pradesh ground water department. (HT Archive)

Updated on Jun 10, 2026 02:56 IST

Expedite NH-91 drainage work to prevent waterlogging: GB Nagar admin

Representatives of the association said that the problem was affecting industrial operations and business activity in one of the district’s key manufacturing clusters. (HT Archive)

Updated on Jun 10, 2026 02:52 IST

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