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MCD to geo-tag 1,300+ heritage buildings to prevent norm violations

MCD to geo-tag 1,300+ heritage buildings to prevent norm violations

Updated on Jul 15, 2026 02:41 IST

Drain discharge in Yamuna rises 76% more than estimated: Delhi Jal Board

The 22-km stretch of the Yamuna from Wazirabad to Okhla in Delhi contributes the most to its overall pollution load.

Updated on Jul 15, 2026 02:36 IST

33, Shamnath Marg: Delhi govt kicks off process to convert ‘jinxed’ bungalow to command centre

The bungalow at 33, Shamnath Marg. (HT Archive)

Updated on Jul 15, 2026 02:34 IST

Flaws in Delhi landfill ops take centre stage, MCD plans to ramp up facilities

Flames continue to smoulder from time to time at the Ghazipur landfill site. (Archive)

Updated on Jul 13, 2026 02:39 IST

After a dry summer, heavy rain upstream boosts Yamuna levels

The river still remained polluted with sheets of toxic white foam seen at Kalindi Kunj Ghat on Sunday. (Ajay Aggarwal/HT Photo)

Updated on Jul 13, 2026 02:35 IST

Delhi govt proposes easier felling norms for five commercial tree species

Delhi govt proposes easier felling norms for five commercial tree species

Updated on Jul 11, 2026 02:47 IST

AAP’s breakaway faction of 16 councillors merges with BJP

Welcoming the councillors into the party, CM Gupta said the BJP would give them equal respect and opportunities (HT)

Updated on Jul 11, 2026 02:43 IST

Meters to be mandatory on all borewells in Delhi as per new draft policy

Meters to be mandatory on all borewells in Delhi as per new draft policy

Updated on Jul 11, 2026 02:42 IST

Yamuna inflow rises in Delhi

Yamuna in Delhi over the past week. (ANI)

Updated on Jul 11, 2026 02:32 IST

Meters to be made mandatory on borewells in Delhi, will help decide water bills

Residents seen collecting water from a tanker in Geeta Colony in New Delhi, India.

Updated on Jul 11, 2026 01:24 IST

At least four dead as heavy showers flood parts of NCR

Across Delhi-NCR, it rained nearly continuously from late Wednesday night until mid-afternoon on Thursday.

Updated on Jul 10, 2026 02:41 IST

BWGs get 6-month deadline to handle garbage in-house

According to senior NDMC officials, the new rules also mandate four-way waste segregation and provide for higher penalties for violations.

Updated on Jul 9, 2026 02:51 IST

Work from home advisory in Gurugram as heavy rain gridlocks roads, expressways

Commuters wade through a severely waterlogged road following heavy rainfall, in Gurugram, Haryana, Tuesday, July 7, 2026.

Updated on Jul 8, 2026 02:36 IST

Four fixes proposed to ease Mukarba Chowk congestion

Anuj Gupta, a regular commuter from Rohini to central Delhi said that the section of Outer Ring Road near Mukarba Chowk is a nightmare, especially during peak hours.

Updated on Jul 7, 2026 02:39 IST

Delhi Jal Board to set up 47 groundwater monitoring devices

The move comes against the backdrop of an ongoing case in the National Green Tribunal (NGT) pertaining to rainwater harvesting and groundwater level.

Updated on Jul 3, 2026 02:37 IST

MCD notifies town vending committee polls to regulate street vending

Final nominations after the scrutiny and withdrawal will be notified on July 13, and elections among vendors with CoVs will be held on August 2, with results on August 4. (HT Archive)

Updated on Jul 3, 2026 02:36 IST

MCD to empanel vendors to process garbage from bulk waste generators

BWGs include entities that produce more than 100kg of waste per day, buildings with an area of 20,000 sqms or more, or water consumption of 40,000 litres per day or more. (HT Archive)

Updated on Jun 28, 2026 22:22 IST

Delhi to get relief from ammonia spike as Hry drain project nears completion

A view of the Yamuna River as the water level rises near Wazirabad and Sonia Vihar following increased inflow, in New Delhi, India, on June 24,

Updated on Jun 29, 2026 02:34 IST

MCD clears ₹26 crore for completing 16-yr-old parking facilities in Jangpura, NFC

The Jangpura facility was abandoned mid-way by its contractor. (HT Archive)

Updated on Jun 28, 2026 22:14 IST

After new state president, Delhi BJP organisational rejig: 11 districts, 33% women

Delhi state unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Union minister of state in the ministry of road transport and highways Harsh Malhotra said that women will be given 33% representation. (HT Archive)

Updated on Jun 27, 2026 23:10 IST

MCD plans annual 5% hike in toll tax for commercial vehicles entering Delhi

The proposal to amend the toll tax bye-laws was passed in the MCD House meeting on Thursday. (HT)

Updated on Jun 27, 2026 23:00 IST

DDA, MCD to add 281 parking lots, boost city capacity by 46% by November

Delhi currently has 668 surface parking lots with a capacity of 160,463 ECS.

Updated on Jun 28, 2026 04:20 IST

Delhi’s Defence Colony hit by water contamination

Residents said that they took steps to deal with the issue on an individual level, but to no avail, with intervention required from authorities. (Representative photo)

Updated on Jun 26, 2026 22:50 IST

Govt to launch ‘Safe Delhi’ app soon to ensure women’s safety

The application will be particularly useful in unsafe commuting zones, isolated campuses, poorly-lit stretches, and cases of gender-based violence, official said.

Updated on Jun 26, 2026 22:46 IST

DERC amends rules, aims to make power connection transfers easier

A senior government official said the move will reduce paperwork, improve service delivery and protect homebuyers from inheriting old electricity liabilities.

Updated on Jun 26, 2026 22:44 IST

MCD’s survey behind schedule; flags just 19 dangerous buildings

Officials aware of the exercise said the deadline to complete the survey was June 15, well ahead of the expected onset of the monsoon. (Hindustan Times)

Updated on Jun 27, 2026 02:15 IST

Officials shrug blame of sewer deaths in Delhi

The spot where three workers died of inhaling toxic gas while cleaning a septic tank on Friday. (RAJ K RAJ /HT PHOTO)

Updated on Jun 26, 2026 22:26 IST

MCD seeks legal power to roll out barrier-free border toll tax system

Currently, MCD issues contracts to third-party firms that set up checkpoints along the Capital’s borders and collect the toll by halting all commercial vehicles – often leading to serpentine jams. (Representative photo)

Updated on Jun 25, 2026 23:18 IST

Land hurdle stalls work on Modi Mill and Savitri flyovers

PWD officials said they have requested the land from the Delhi Development Authority (DDA). (HT)

Updated on Jun 25, 2026 22:32 IST

Chaos at MCD House meet as opposition calls for ‘accountability’

The issue triggered noisy protests, with opposition councillors gathering in front of the mayor’s dais and raising slogans (Hindustan Times)

Updated on Jun 25, 2026 22:26 IST

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