Gurugram

Gurugram logs six new Covid-19 cases; active tally at 40

In Gurugram, 17 of the 40 patients have recovered in home isolation while 23 remain active, officials said

According to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare’s dashboard, Haryana’s active Covid-19 case tally has climbed to 51, with seven new cases since June 3. (HT Archive)

Published on Jun 05, 2025 10:34 AM IST

ByAnkur Saini

NGT takes up complaint on ‘illegal commercial activity’ in Gurugram’s Sec 27

According to the complaint cited in the NGT order, the commercial establishments on the site allegedly operate illegal diesel generator (DG) sets

The NGT bench, comprising Justice Arun Kumar Tyagi and expert member Dr Afroz Ahmad, noted the matter raised “critical environmental concerns.” (Getty Images/iStockphoto)

Published on Jun 05, 2025 10:32 AM IST

No wildlife rescue centre in Gurugram even a year after RTI flags crisis

In response, the divisional wildlife officer, Gurugram, admitted, “Presently no approved treatment/rescue centre is working under this division.”

A six-year-old male leopard in a cage, caught after it entered the Anmol Aashiyana Society in Sohna in January. (HT Photo)

Published on Jun 05, 2025 10:30 AM IST

Gurugram enforces firecracker ban based on SC, state orders

The seized firecrackers to be disposed of within 48 hours; with reports submitted to DC, HSPCB, according to officials.

The court also directed the states of Haryana, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh to enforce the ban under Section 5 of the Environment Protection Act, 1986. (AP)

Published on Jun 05, 2025 10:28 AM IST

Illegal use of Langurs in Gurugram triggers outcry, forest minister promises action

The use of langurs to scare away monkeys is a violation of multiple sections of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972

A langur handler hired by a Sector 79 society’s RWA to scare away rhesus monkeys from the area. (HT Photo)

Published on Jun 05, 2025 10:26 AM IST

No more excuses: Experts urge enforcement to tackle Gurugram waste

Gurugram, despite being one of India’s leading economic hubs, has repeatedly drawn criticism for its inadequate solid waste infrastructure

The garbage mound at the waste treatment plant at Gurugram-Faridabad road near Bandhwari village. (Parveen Kumar/HT Photo)

Published on Jun 05, 2025 10:22 AM IST

GMDA to stop traffic flow on cracked Badshahpur drain in Gurugram Sector 99

Officials clarified that the surface was never intended to be a public road, though it has been frequently used by locals, dumpers, and other vehicles

According to locals, commuters are forced to go through the drain surface as a portion of a revenue road in front of an under-construction power substation in Sector 99 is damaged and can’t be used for commuting. (Parveen Kumar/HT Photo)

Published on Jun 05, 2025 09:47 AM IST

Gurugram: Realtor, 3 others booked in ₹1 Cr EWS flat fraud

According to police, the key accused’s modus operandi involved initially helping people rent vacant apartments without taking any brokerage

Investigators said the suspects are currently on the run. (Getty Images/iStockphoto)

Published on Jun 05, 2025 09:43 AM IST

14 booked for assaulting lawyer after road rage in Faridabad

A heated argument escalated into violence when the suspects reportedly called in at least eight more men, who arrived on four two-wheelers armed with rods and sticks

An FIR was registered Monday night at Faridabad Kotwali police station under Sections 191(2), 190, 115, and 351(3) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. (File photo)

Updated on Jun 04, 2025 07:49 AM IST

3 changing flat tyre injured as truck rams into their car on Delhi-Jaipur E-way

CCTV footage from nearby cameras is being scanned to trace the vehicle’s registration number and identify the driver

The unhurt occupant of the car alerted the police control room immediately after the crash. Emergency vehicles and ambulances reached the scene and transported the victims to hospital. (Getty Images/iStockphoto)

Published on Jun 04, 2025 07:36 AM IST

DTCP to crack down on illegal shops, constructions in pvt colonies

DTCP added that violators could face fines of ₹630 per sqm, with a ₹1,260 per sqm bank guarantee collected before desealing

Owners will get 15 days to respond and, if unsatisfactory, an additional seven days to self-correct. Failing that, sealing orders will be executed. (HT Archive)

Published on Jun 04, 2025 07:28 AM IST

13 booked for ₹71.5 lakh loan fraud using fake IDs in Gurugram

The fraud came to light in February this year after the bank initiated an internal inquiry when several borrowers stopped paying their monthly instalments

According to investigators, the loans were issued between May 2022 and February 2024 from a Sector 14 branch of a reputed private bank. (File photo)

Published on Jun 04, 2025 07:22 AM IST

Lapses in Haryana’s e-tenders spark probe by urban local bodies

The audit flagged irregularities in sanitation and waste contracts affecting eight contractors, four tenders, officials said

Beyond these specific issues, the audit cited systemic non-compliance with mandatory timelines and disclosure norms. (Shutterstock)

Published on Jun 04, 2025 07:14 AM IST

Gurugram East nets ₹1.2K-cr in liquor zone auctions

The top-grossing zone was Bristol Chowk, which fetched ₹98.58 crore—nearly double last year’s top bid of ₹48.28 crore, also from the same zone, officials said

A liquor shop on MG Road near Bristol Chowk. (HT Archive)

Published on Jun 02, 2025 07:06 AM IST

Haryana asks NCRTC to ensure RRTS alignment has provision for future metro rail

Haryana directs NCRTC to design the RRTS corridor for potential future metro use, ensuring shared track infrastructure and planning depot locations.

NCRTC has planned to set up an RRTS rail project from Gurugram Iffco Chowk. (Parveen Kumar/HT Photo)

Published on Jun 02, 2025 06:54 AM IST

367K homes in Gurugram illegally linked to drains: MCG survey

The findings, shared during a high-level review meeting chaired by the chief minister, point to the unauthorised discharge of wastewater

Haryana chief minister Nayab Singh Saini ordered urgent regularisation and infrastructure upgrades. (PTI)

Published on Jun 02, 2025 06:48 AM IST

5 yrs on, no sewer lines: Gurugram’s Wards 19, 20 allege civic apathy

According to MCG’s own internal assessment, several areas—Bhondsi, Dhumaspur, New Gwal Pahari, Behrampur, and Ullawas—remain without any sewer or drainage networks

A stretch in Vishnu Garden, Ward 20, Gurugram, inundated during last week of May due to persistent sewage overflow. (HT Photo)

Published on Jun 02, 2025 06:44 AM IST

Child rapist wrongly let out of Faridabad jail caught in Bihar

Nitesh Pandey was wrongly released instead of another inmate, also named Nitesh, who was accused of tresspass. Both accused have fathers with the same name

Police said that five jail officers have been suspended due to negligence and lapses in this connection. (Representational image)

Published on May 31, 2025 11:35 PM IST

Liquor zones auctioned for ₹1,270-cr in Gurugram West

For this year, the evaluation of bids took place Tuesday evening at the Resource Building, chaired by Gurugram deputy commissioner Ajay Kumar

The two-day online auction, held from May 26 to 27, saw bids that exceeded the total reserve price of <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>1,152.27 crore by 10.24%, a result officials described as “satisfactory” amid prevailing market conditions. (Parveen Kumar/HT Photo)

Published on May 29, 2025 08:32 AM IST

Haryana issues Covid advisory amid rise in weekly cases

Health officials have urged citizens to wear masks in crowded places, maintain hand hygiene, avoid public spitting, and stay home if symptomatic.

The health department has also called for refresher training sessions for medical staff to update them on Covid symptoms, case management, and state protocols. (HT Archive)

Published on May 29, 2025 08:27 AM IST

ByIshita Singh

MCG engineer held for taking ₹1L bribe to allow warehouse in Daultabad

The accused, Sandeep Kumar, was caught red-handed at Rajiv Chowk while allegedly taking money from the complainant

A senior MCG official, requesting anonymity, said that the junior engineer has been suspended with immediate effect, and a departmental proceeding will be initiated against him for further action. (File Photo)

Published on May 29, 2025 08:23 AM IST

Chinese man held in Gurugram for overstaying without a valid visa

Acting on a tip-off about a suspected foreigner living in Khandsa since March, a police team reached the location on Tuesday and asked the Chinese national to produce his visa and passport

An FIR was registered under relevant sections of the Foreigners Act and the Passports Act at Sector 37 police station. (File photo)

Published on May 29, 2025 08:18 AM IST

Gurugram doctor booked for ‘negligence’ leading to woman’s death after childbirth

Inspector Virender Khatri, station house officer (SHO) of Kherki Daula police station, said an FIR was based on findings of the inquiry conducted by the medical negligence board.

Gurugram chief medical officer (CMO) Dr Alka Singh said that police investigation has just begun in the case which is sub judice. (File Photo)

Published on May 29, 2025 08:15 AM IST

NHAI to begin traffic trial of Dwarka E-way tunnels on May 29

According to a senior official of the NHAI project contractor, all arrangements have been completed to facilitate a smooth trial

The trial, scheduled between 12pm and 3pm, aims to ease congestion on the Delhi-Gurgaon Expressway and provide a faster route for commuters travelling between Gurugram, Dwarka, and the airport, officials said. (Parveen Kumar/HT Photo)

Published on May 28, 2025 05:48 AM IST

Basai water plant runs dry, older Gurugram sectors likely to be affected

To tackle with the shortfall in supply, water from Chandu Budhera will be diverted to Basai water treatment plant for supply to Old Gurugram areas, officials said.

Currently, the Basai plant holds only 685 million litres (ML) of water—just enough for one day’s supply—against its full capacity of 1,385 ML. In contrast, Chandu Budhera has 1,325 ML in storage, maintaining a three-day buffer. (Parveen Kumar/HT Photo)

Published on May 28, 2025 05:43 AM IST

‘Illegal’ liquor pricing sparks outcry in Gurugram, retailers sell below MRP

MRSP, under Haryana’s excise policy, is the mandatory floor price for alcoholic beverages—below which no sales are allowed under any circumstances

Officials said that breaching MRSP rules could suggest VAT evasion and the sale of illegal liquor. Activists and pub owners claim an unregulated pricing system at vends across Gurugram. (Parveen Kumar/HT Photo)

Updated on May 28, 2025 10:15 AM IST

MCG engineer in dock over Gurugram Sector 15 inundation

Civic teams repeatedly found no progress at the site, with the engineer allegedly offering unsatisfactory responses

Municipal commissioner Pradeep Dahiya issued directives to officials during the monthly meeting, focusing on improving transparency, accelerating service delivery, and promptly addressing public grievances on Tuesday. (Parveen Kumar/HT Photo)

Published on May 28, 2025 05:33 AM IST