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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

Power cut over unpaid ₹72 Lakh dues at Greater Noida West society

The spokesperson said as on the morning of March 16, the outstanding amount stood at <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>71,40,594. Later in the day, he said, the society management paid <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>50 lakh and submitted an undertaking to clear the remaining <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>21.4 lakh by Tuesday afternoon. “We have instructed our team to restore the power supply in Mahagun ,” Jha added. (HT Archive)

Updated on Mar 16, 2026 23:54 IST

Noida issues traffic advisory for diversions near Dalit Prerna Sthal on Sunday

FILE: Massive Traffic Jam seen over Delhi Noida Chilla border due to vehicle checking in New Delhi. (Photo by Sunil Ghosh / Hindustan Times)

Updated on Mar 15, 2026 01:26 IST

Residents seek development of green spaces in Noida sectors 116–117

The demand comes amid rapid residential development in the surrounding sectors (HT)

Updated on Mar 14, 2026 22:28 IST

2 minors among 7 held for murder in monetary dispute in Noida

According to police, the incident occurred near a wedding hall in Jhundpura village (Photo for representation)

Updated on Mar 14, 2026 22:22 IST

LPG cylinder shortage hits Greater Noida villages; no supply crunch, says DM

The district supply department has urged LPG consumers not to panic if booking helpline numbers are busy. Officials said residents can use alternative digital options such as WhatsApp booking, missed-call services, SMS/IVRS facilities and mobile applications provided by oil marketing companies to book cylinders. (Sunil Ghosh/HT Photo)

Updated on Mar 12, 2026 23:40 IST

GIMS experts warn of rising obesity burden, stress lifestyle changes

Professor and head of the medicine department at GIMS, Dr Payal Jain said the rising number of patients with obesity-linked complications highlights the need for sustained public awareness. (HT Archive)

Updated on Mar 12, 2026 24:10 IST

GB Nagar steps up checks on LPG supply, admin warns against hoarding

Police units have been also instructed to maintain vigilance around gas agencies and petrol pumps to prevent crowding and ensure orderly distribution, they added. (Sunil Ghosh/HT Photo)

Updated on Mar 11, 2026 23:58 IST

Consumers flag tariff hike concerns at UPERC public hearing

According to power discom officials, PVVNL representatives also presented details of the utility’s aggregate revenue requirement (ARR), financial position and operational costs, which form the basis of the tariff proposal submitted to the regulator (UPERC). (HT Archive)

Updated on Mar 10, 2026 23:44 IST

Child PGI Noida to anchor UP govt’s paediatric care network

Health officials said the move comes amid concerns over disparities in access to advanced paediatric care in several districts, where services such as paediatric oncology, neonatology and intensive care remain limited. (HT Photo)

Updated on Mar 10, 2026 23:36 IST

NGT seeks UP’s reply over delay in demarcation of Hindon floodplain

In view of the delay, the tribunal thus directed the state government, “Hence, we require the State of UP to do the needful expeditiously and submit the action taken report at least one week before the next date of hearing (May 25, 2026).” (HT Archive)

Updated on Mar 9, 2026 23:44 IST

SC asks UP for timeline on clearing land for Khoda STP

The STP will process wastewater before flowing into the Yamuna (HT)

Updated on Mar 7, 2026 23:10 IST

Man held for killing father over loan instalment dispute in Noida

Man held for killing father over loan instalment dispute in Noida

Updated on Mar 7, 2026 23:06 IST

Days later, Delhi man held for killing woman; ₹3 lakh, car seized

Officials said the matter was reported on March 2 (Photo for representation)

Updated on Mar 7, 2026 23:02 IST

Greater Noida: 20 street vendors allotted space in newly constructed vending zones

Greater Noida: 20 street vendors allotted space in newly constructed vending zones

Updated on Mar 6, 2026 23:16 IST

Every citizen should have access to quality healthcare: Yogi

Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath at the inauguration of a hospital in Greater Noida on Thursday in the presence of former Indian cricket captain Kapil Dev and others. (Sunil Ghosh/HT)

Updated on Mar 6, 2026 02:26 IST

CM launches 300-bed hosp in Gr Noida West

The 300-bed tertiary care hospital in Sector 10 of Greater Noida West is a multi-speciality healthcare facility equipped with advanced diagnostic and treatment infrastructure. (Sunil Ghosh/HT)

Updated on Mar 6, 2026 24:20 IST

Greater Noida: Man held after family accuses him of abetting woman’s suicide

The SHO said the suspect had been taken into custody and was being interrogated in connection with the case. The SHO said the suspect is an advocate by profession and confirmed that he was married. (Representational image)

Updated on Mar 3, 2026 23:54 IST

Noida: 30-year-old held over ATM fraud

The accused would approach customers, pretending to extend them help because the ATM was not functioning. Then Ameeruddin would allegedly observe the customer entering the PIN and swap the original card with a fake one. The victims would be handed back the dummy card, while the accused would later use the original card at another ATM to withdraw the money, officials said. (Representational image)

Updated on Mar 3, 2026 23:52 IST

Gautam Budh Nagar: Admin seeks details of residents in Iran, Iraq

Citizens can share information through the district emergency control room at 0120-2978231 and 0120-2978232, or directly contact officials overseeing the exercise. (HT Archive)

Updated on Mar 2, 2026 22:14 IST

Greater Noida societies, edu institutes ranked on their compliance with sanitation norms

Officials said the rankings are expected to be used as a benchmark to push wider adoption of waste segregation and cleaner practices across housing societies and institutions in the city. (HT Photo)

Updated on Mar 2, 2026 22:14 IST

165 ‘peace meetings’ held across Noida, Greater Noida ahead of Holi

Officials stressed the need for social harmony and responsible conduct during the festivities (HT)

Updated on Feb 28, 2026 21:38 IST

Noida: Two held in overseas job racket involving ₹70 lakh

Noida: Two held in overseas job racket involving <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>70 lakh

Updated on Feb 28, 2026 21:36 IST

AI, satellite imagery to track land encroachments in Greater Noida

The initiative aims to enable early detection, scientific assessment and timely action against illegal encroachments, said officials (Photo for representation)

Updated on Feb 28, 2026 24:06 IST

Noida: 6 year-old left behind on bus, found 6 hours later

“A comprehensive review of transport protocols has been initiated, strict action is being undertaken to ensure accountability, and additional safeguards are being reinforced to prevent any recurrence,” the school principal said in a statement. (HT Archive)

Updated on Feb 27, 2026 02:52 IST

Residents protest after march for power connections on Hindon floodplains halted

The protesters said nearly 100,000 people reside in settlements along the Hindon floodplains in Noida and Greater Noida, many of whom remain without formal electricity connections. (HT Archive)

Updated on Feb 27, 2026 02:50 IST

Blurry pics, typos may lead to EPIC rejection: Gautam Budh Nagar admin

Any corrections or updates can be made by submitting Form-8 through the booth level officer or online via voters.eci.gov.in or the ECINET app, one-stop digital platform for all election-related information and services, officials said. (PTI Photo)

Updated on Feb 27, 2026 02:46 IST

Noida expands food safety inspection ahead of Holi

Late-night checks were conducted at the Noida Sector 12 vegetable market, where a team collected a khoya sample from a dairy. In another inspection, food safety officers collected samples of Cham Cham and paneer from a Sector 143 outlet, officials said. (HT Photos)

Updated on Feb 26, 2026 24:28 IST

Illegal groundwater extraction: Builders, GNIDA responsible for delay in action, UPPCB tells NGT

The matter has been listed for final hearing on April 23, 2026. (Representaional image)

Updated on Feb 25, 2026 01:40 IST

Lineman working on pole dies after being electrocuted

Locals told HT, the deceased was descending the pole when the power supply was suddenly restored, giving him a fatal electric shock. He suffered severe burn injuries and died on the spot. (Representational image)

Updated on Feb 24, 2026 02:08 IST

Ahead of Holi, food safety raids net unhygienic sweets, mislabelled oils in GB Nagar

Around 100 kg of gulab jamun was found in an unhygienic condition, allegedly contaminated and exposed to flies, during an inspection at a sweet shop in Sector 62, Noida, officials said, adding that a sample was collected for laboratory testing while the rest was destroyed. (HT Photos)

Updated on Feb 24, 2026 02:06 IST

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