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Delhi: Complexity stalls push for colony regularisation

A senior government official said properties are being regularised on an “as is, where is” basis, but applications must still meet multiple conditions. (Burhaan Kinu/HT PHOTO)

Updated on Apr 27, 2026 03:17 IST

Work begins on ₹423 crore integrated GB Pant campus in Okhla

Work begins on <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>423 crore integrated GB Pant campus in Okhla

Updated on Apr 26, 2026 22:02 IST

DUSIB clears slum relocation near PM House, seeks ₹84.9 crore for rehabilitation in Savda Ghewra

A government official said that 717 EWS flats in North Delhi’s Savda Ghewra are being allocated to the slum dwellers.

Updated on Apr 23, 2026 23:22 IST

DJB plans 6-month doorstep survey to ‘fix’ water database

DJB will also collect information regarding last bill raised, meter status, the photo of the meter, and the nature of water usage. (File Mint picture)

Updated on Apr 23, 2026 03:25 IST

Delhi Jal Board plans 6-month doorstep survey to ‘fix’ water database

For this, Delhi has been divided in three packages

Updated on Apr 23, 2026 03:05 IST

Rouse Avenue courts set for ₹550-cr boost

The expansion is aimed at addressing both the court’s massive backlog of cases and the high volume of cases. (HT file photo)

Updated on Apr 22, 2026 03:22 IST

Delhi Jal Board to revive decade-old Wazirabad upgrade plan

Water minister Parvesh Verma inspects the Wazirabad water treatment plant in April 2025. (HT Archive)

Updated on Apr 21, 2026 22:52 IST

Atal Canteen face screening data to be deleted after 30 days

The decision, taken at a meeting held on April 9, was made keeping in mind privacy concerns around the facial recognition system, an official said. (Representative photo)

Updated on Apr 21, 2026 22:40 IST

Dead fish on Delhi’s Yamuna raises effluent concern again

Experts attributed the mass mortality to a dip in dissolved oxygen. (HT Photo)

Updated on Apr 21, 2026 21:04 IST

‘How can we live like this?’ In Noida, a breaking point years in the making

Thousands of workers employed at the hosiery complex in Noida Phase 2 staged a massive proteston April 10. (HT Photo/Sunil Ghosh)

Updated on Apr 21, 2026 24:53 IST

MCD hikes environment cess for heavy, light commercial vehicles by up to 53%

The ECC for light commercial vehicles and two-axle trucks has been increased from <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>1,400 to <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>2,000.

Updated on Apr 20, 2026 01:20 IST

Cauliflower cultivation sees rise, but farming near toxic water flags concerns

Cauliflower farming has flourished in Dichaon Kalan, however, concern persists as some farmers are forced to use polluted drain water for irrigation.

Updated on Apr 20, 2026 01:14 IST

‘Kejriwal to seek recording of affidavit in recusal plea today’

Kejriwal and the others formerly accused in the excise policy case originally filed the recusal petition on April 5.

Updated on Apr 19, 2026 22:12 IST

Delhi’s ₹2,454 cr interceptor project curbs only 60% Yamuna sewage: Centre audit

Toxic foam seen in the Yamuna river, Kalindi Kunj in New Delhi, India, on Monday, April 13, 2026. (Photo by Arvind Yadav/ Hindustan Times)

Updated on Apr 17, 2026 02:20 IST

Crores down the drain as project fails to curb untreated sewage flow to Yamuna

The ambitious project, launched in 2006, was designed to intercept smaller drains feeding the Yamuna and divert raw sewage to sewage treatment plants (STPs).

Updated on Apr 17, 2026 01:46 IST

Govt starts work on Delhi’s 1st integrated water master plan

The plan will align with Master Plan for Delhi 2041 and cover water security, urban growth projections, and environmental and institutional constraints,” the letter of intent issued by the Delhi Jal Board (DJB) stated. (HT Photo)

Updated on Apr 16, 2026 23:48 IST

MCD again floats tender for Naini Lake revival project pending since 2015

The restoration plan includes not only cleaning accumulated waste in the lake but also beautifying its periphery. (HT Archive)

Updated on Apr 16, 2026 23:26 IST

DJB invites new firms to install water meters

Officials said the move aims to address residents’ complaints about faulty and defunct water meters (Hindustan Times)

Updated on Apr 16, 2026 23:12 IST

Delhi civic body to map 100-year-old schools, colleges, train stations: See why

MCD official said that the survey is likely to cover sites such as St. Stephen’s College which is 145 years old, Hindu College, Zakir Hussain College, among others. (Representative photo)

Updated on Apr 16, 2026 01:18 IST

NDMC releases house tax assessments under old regime in Delhi

Under UAM, property tax is calculated using clear, fixed parameters such as the size of the property, its use, age, and location.

Updated on Apr 15, 2026 01:56 IST

NDMC to install 7k solar markers on Lutyens’ pavements for night time safety

NDMC to install 7k solar markers on Lutyens’ pavements for night time safety

Updated on Apr 14, 2026 23:26 IST

Water supply to north, central Delhi to be affected due to Chandrawal shutdown

The supply will remain disrupted or available at low pressure on April 15 and 16 in areas such as Karol Bagh, Paharganj, NDMC areas, Rajinder Nagar, Patel Nagar and Baljeet Nagarl. (Representative photo)

Updated on Apr 15, 2026 01:53 IST

MCD to hold summer circuit heritage circuit walks in Delhi

A view of ruins inside the Feroz Shah Kotla during a MCD heritage walk in 2024. (HT Archive)

Updated on Apr 14, 2026 23:08 IST

Uttam Nagar Holi murder: MCD razes suspect’s house in Delhi in ‘routine drive’

On March 4, 26-year-old Tarun Bhutolia was killed in a clash between his family and their neighbours from different communities in Hastsal Village.

Updated on Apr 14, 2026 02:02 IST

Delhi proposes raising Yamuna's danger and warning marks amid riverbed siltation

The danger and warning levels are important parameters used to forecast floods (Hindustan Times)

Updated on Apr 14, 2026 04:05 IST

Delhi PWD plans to open Mukarba Chowk underpass by month-end

The underpass, as seen in mid-2025. It was initially planned to open in 2023. (HT Archive)

Updated on Apr 12, 2026 22:04 IST

Delhi govt plans Yamuna floodwater diversion to Bhatti Mines, floodplains

New Delhi, India - April 8, 2026: Clouds and clear sky seen over River Yamuna, in New Delhi, India, on Wednesday, April 8, 2026.

Updated on Apr 10, 2026 01:48 IST

Delhi's iconic Lodi Garden turns 90

Spread over 80 acres, the well-laid-out garden was inaugurated on April 9, 1936, as Lady Willingdon Park.

Updated on Apr 9, 2026 04:09 IST

Few takers for Delhi govt’s water connection regularisation scheme

A senior government official, requesting not to be named, said the scheme has received very poor response from public and people have been largely reluctant to come forward despite reducing the penalty to a token amount of <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>1,000. (Representative photo)

Updated on Apr 7, 2026 22:38 IST

Delhi proposes to purchase additional water from Haryana for summer

The Munak Canal, which carries water from Haryana to Delhi. (HT Archive)

Updated on Apr 7, 2026 22:20 IST

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