13 Feb 2026

The Airports Authority of India (AAI) has raised concerns about multiple unauthorised constructions around Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun, highlighting risks to aviation safety. Recent inspections revealed residential and commercial buildings erected without the mandatory No Objection Certificate (NOC), violating height restrictions and clearance norms. Officials said approvals under the Aircraft Act, 1934, are required within 20 km of airports, especially in approach and landing zones. Monthly inspections flag violations and report them to local authorities to ensure obstacle-free airspace for safe aircraft operations.Read more

13 Feb 2026

Haryana Electricity Regulatory Commission (HERC) has emphasized the importance of efficiency in strengthening the state's power system. During a public hearing on the Annual Revenue Requirement for 2026-27, HERC Chairman Nand Lal Sharma highlighted the need to modernize the distribution network, reduce Aggregate Technical and Commercial (AT&C) losses, and enhance consumer satisfaction. The discussion also explored the possibility of allowing consumers to choose their electricity provider in the future. Dakshin Haryana Bijli Vitran Nigam (DHBVN) projected revenue requirements, highlighting both a potential surplus and a deficit after adjusting past gaps. Efforts to improve services and further cut losses are underway.Read more

13 Feb 2026

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini reviewed budget expenditure and the progress of major state schemes, urging faster implementation across departments. He highlighted the need to accelerate solarisation of agricultural pumps under the PM-KUSUM scheme, expand rooftop solar on government infrastructure, and feed surplus energy into the grid. Key focus areas included transport upgrades, EV expansion, MSME incentives, environmental conservation, and promoting pulse cultivation and organic farming. Saini also stressed women's empowerment through Har Hith Stores and enhancing engagement with the NRI diaspora, aiming for inclusive growth and sustainable development across the state.Read more

13 Feb 2026

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy met Union Ministers in New Delhi to seek Central assistance for key infrastructure projects, including four proposed airports in the state. During discussions with Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu, Reddy urged the Centre to begin work on Mamnoor Airport near Warangal and sought surveys and clearances for airports at Kothagudem, Antaragam and Adilabad. He also met Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and invited him to the foundation ceremony of the Gandhi Sarovar Project under the Musi Rejuvenation initiative. Additionally, he held talks with IT and Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw regarding various state development projects.Read more

13 Feb 2026

Residents of gaothans in several districts of Maharashtra have protested a recent survey drive linked to Slum Rehabilitation Authority (SRA) redevelopment planning, saying the exercise was being conducted without adequate consultation or clarity on rehabilitation terms. The gaothans traditional village settlements now surrounded by urban growth have seen growing involvement in redevelopment discussions as the state updates land use norms to address ageing stock and housing shortages. Protesters said survey teams entered residential areas seeking to map plots and structures without informing occupants on rights, entitlements and future plans, fuelling distrust. Local leaders have demanded that redevelopment proposals be shared publicly and that compensation or relocation options be clearly outlined before surveys proceed. Government officials said the mapping was intended to support planning for infrastructure and formalisation, but acknowledged the need for better communication with residents to ease concerns.Read more

13 Feb 2026

The Municipal Corporation of Manesar (MCM) has intensified measures to curb revenue loss caused by residential properties operating as paying guest (PG) accommodations, hostels, or small commercial establishments without proper registration. Owners must declare the actual use of their properties or face penalties, including retrospective tax reassessment, fines, and possible disconnection of essential services. Inspection teams will verify properties on the ground to ensure records reflect reality. Voluntary disclosure before inspections will be accepted, but late declarations after verification will not shield defaulters from punitive action.Read more

13 Feb 2026

The Municipal Corporation of Manesar (MCM) has announced stricter enforcement against illegal waste dumping and the operation of non-functional sewage treatment plants (STPs). Residential societies and industrial units found discharging untreated water or dumping garbage will face FIRs. Officials have been instructed to act immediately during inspections instead of issuing repeated warnings. MCM is coordinating with the Haryana State Industrial and Infrastructure Development Corporation (HSIIDC) and Haryana State Pollution Control Board to monitor compliance, address environmental hazards, and tackle related civic issues, including illegal parking, encroachments, and public hygiene challenges in residential and industrial areas.Read more

Gurugram News Desk

13 Feb 2026

Property registrations and sales in Gurugram's Valley View Estate have been suspended after the development licence issued in 1994 to BSF Co-operative House Building Society Ltd. lapsed in 2011 and remained unrenewed. The Haryana DTCP has instructed authorities to make a red entry in revenue records, preventing all transactions until fresh approvals are secured. Despite repeated notices and a regulatory hearing last December, the society admitted it could not renew the licence. The move affects both existing residents and prospective buyers, reflecting the strict regulatory enforcement in Gurugram's real estate sector.Read more

Noida News Desk

12 Feb 2026

At Shivalik Homes in Surajpur, Greater Noida, more than 350 buyers have been unable to complete property registries for over a decade, even after receiving possession of their flats. The developer, Cosmos Infraestate Pvt. Ltd., has not cleared lease rent dues of around INR 1.8 crore to UPSIDA, preventing issuance of completion and occupancy certificates. Authorities have issued multiple notices, sealed unsold flats, and halted sales. Despite assurances from the developer to clear dues and submit documents by March, buyers continue to face financial and legal hurdles, with limited confidence in resolution.Read more

Lucknow News Desk

12 Feb 2026

Fire authorities in Lucknow have identified about 90 hotels operating without the mandatory fire safety no-objection certificates (NOCs). This follows a recent fire at an under-construction hotel in Gomtinagar, which triggered a large-scale firefighting operation but caused no casualties. Notices have already been served, and physical inspections are scheduled to begin soon. Hotels that fail to comply with prescribed safety standards risk administrative action, including fines, sealing, or closure. The incident highlights long-standing gaps in fire safety compliance across the city's hospitality sector.Read more