Articles by Jasjeev Gandhiok
Arun Jaitley Stadium among 20 grounds extracting groundwater without NOC
An inspection of 26 stadiums across the country found 24 had borewells or tubewells installed, but only four such stadiums had a valid NOC
Updated on Aug 07, 2023 12:00 AM IST
All Chinar saplings along Delhi’s SP Marg failed to survive
The saplings were planted by lieutenant governor VK Saxena last month to beautify the stretch ahead of the G20 summit to be held in Delhi in September
Updated on Aug 04, 2023 11:30 PM IST
Delhi Metro stations to get lockers ahead of launch of new app
The app will allow Metro users to e-shop and the products will be delivered at Metro stations for which lockers or “smart boxes” are being installed.
Updated on Aug 04, 2023 03:06 AM IST
Rain, winds give Delhi best July AQI since 2015
CPCB data showed that this July, Delhi logged pollution levels in the “satisfactory” zone on 26 out of 31 days
Updated on Aug 01, 2023 07:14 AM IST
Delhi: 384.66mm rain for July helps keep mercury in check
The monthly normal rainfall mark for July is 209.7mm, which means that this year, Delhi logged an excess of 83% rain over the long-period average.
Updated on Aug 01, 2023 08:54 AM IST
Delhi govt to revive plans for urban farming
The scheme was announced in April 2022 , but the programme stalled after IARI faced delays in gaining permissions, said the Delhi government
Updated on Jul 27, 2023 10:31 PM IST
Go by emissions, not age, to scrap end-of-life vehicles in Delhi, say experts
They said authorities should strengthen pollution under control tests to detect vehicles that actually harm the environment
Updated on Jul 27, 2023 10:23 PM IST
Jasjeev Gandhiok, New Delhi
Govt to discuss high court’s tree pruning guidelines: Rai
The Delhi government is planning a meeting next week to discuss the Delhi high court?s directions to set aside guidelines on pruning trees in the city. The high court made it mandatory to get permission from a tree officer for any kind of pruning, causing difficulties for residents. The government may introduce new rules if necessary. The issue of concretised trees, a leading cause of trees toppling in monsoon season, will also be discussed at the meeting.
Updated on Jul 27, 2023 12:14 AM IST
Water assurance must for new construction projects
Projects in Delhi will have to give an undertaking regarding water supply from the Delhi Jal Board during construction before getting a green clearance
Updated on Jul 25, 2023 11:37 PM IST
Encroachments led to Yamuna’s flooding in Delhi: Experts
Experts are calling for the removal of encroachments from Yamuna's floodplains
Updated on Jul 24, 2023 11:52 PM IST
Persistent humidity, rising temperature make Delhi sweat
The city’s maximum temperature on the day touched 39.4 degrees Celsius (°C), five degrees above normal, while the humidity peaked at 82%
Updated on Jul 21, 2023 11:42 PM IST
Use greener buses on NCR routes from Nov 1, CAQM urges states
The Commission for Air Quality Management has directed states running buses in Delhi and the National Capital Region to phase out older buses and ensure that only those running on CNG, electric power, or conforming to BS-VI emission norms operate from November 1. The curbs aim to reduce air pollution during the period when air quality is typically at its worst due to calm pre-winter weather and farm fires. The commission has set deadlines of June 2026 and June 2028 for states to transition their bus fleets to electric and CNG power.
Updated on Jul 21, 2023 11:41 PM IST
To conserve Malcha Mahal, 14th-century lodge in Delhi forest set for a facelift
After the death of the last member of the clan, “Prince” Ali Raza, in September 2017, plans are now afoot to open the “Mahal” to the public
Updated on Jul 22, 2023 09:36 AM IST
Why pruning trees in Delhi is now an arduous ask
The court order, which aims to protect trees, states that pruning can only be carried out with the approval of a tree officer
Updated on Jul 21, 2023 04:47 AM IST
NGT seeks report from Delhi, UP on Shahdara drain
The National Green Tribunal has directed Delhi and Uttar Pradesh to stop using the Shahdara drain as an "open sewer" and submit an action taken report within four weeks. The order came after a resident filed a plea alleging the discharge of industrial waste and sewage water into the drain. The tribunal also mentioned a report that found damage to a wall adjacent to the drain and recommended raising the height of the boundary wall to prevent waste dumping.
Updated on Jul 19, 2023 11:34 PM IST
Plantation drives along Yamuna halted, Delhi govt to assess damage to saplings
The Van Mahotsav drives scheduled at Rewla Khanpur, Bhati mines, and at Delhi University Polo Ground are likely to go ahead
Updated on Jul 17, 2023 12:19 AM IST
How the 1978 flood led to Delhi strengthening its embankments
The flood in 1978 in Delhi led to the construction of higher embankments and additional bunds, which have protected the city from subsequent floods
Updated on Jul 15, 2023 11:46 PM IST
As Delhi’s floodwaters recede, city hit by rain; IMD says more ahead
No rain was recorded in the Capital till 5.30 pm on Saturday, but parts of the city received an intense spell of rain between 5.30 pm and 8.30 pm
Updated on Jul 16, 2023 05:33 AM IST
Rain prediction for north India may not be good news amid flood crises
For the Capital, IMD has issued a yellow alert for moderate rain on Saturday, followed by light to moderate rain on Sunday
Updated on Jul 15, 2023 01:07 AM IST
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Delhi floods: Pumps deployed to keep animals safe at Delhi Zoo
Flooding caused by damaged drain regulator in Delhi Zoo leads to increase in water levels of moats and drains, but officials prepared with pumps and raised sections in enclosures to manage situation.
Updated on Jul 15, 2023 12:40 AM IST
Rain in Delhi crosses 300mm threshold in just 11 days in July: IMD
The intensity of the rains will come down in the coming days, as IMD said that only light rain is expected until July 14.
Updated on Jul 12, 2023 04:09 AM IST
DMRC proposes to extend Delhi Metro's Red Line to Haryana’s Kundli
This would be the first Delhi Metro Line directly connecting Uttar Pradesh and Haryana, officials said
Updated on Jul 12, 2023 03:56 AM IST
Heaviest July rain in 21 years floods Delhi
Delhi experienced its heaviest rainfall for a July day in 21 years, causing chaos on the streets. The India Meteorological Department issued a red alert, and the Delhi Traffic Police reported waterlogging at 56 locations and fallen trees blocking several stretches. The heavy rain was a result of monsoon winds interacting with a western disturbance. The city's lack of preparedness for the monsoon season is concerning, especially as it aims to become a world-class city. More rain is expected in the coming days.
Updated on Jul 09, 2023 12:03 AM IST
Elevated taxiway, new runway part of Delhi airport upgrade
Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport will inaugurate its new dual-elevated Eastern Cross Taxiway (ECT) on July 13
Updated on Jul 07, 2023 11:40 PM IST
Native, not exotic: The trees Delhi needs...
The prominent native trees of Delhi — amaltas, palash, chamror, siris, barna, kusum, and kachnar — bear a mix of flowers
Updated on Jul 07, 2023 11:40 PM IST
Delhi’s Dwarka rainwater system polluting water table: Panel
Instructions were issued to zonal revenue officers concerned to withdraw the rebate from such societies or institutions
Updated on Jul 05, 2023 11:45 PM IST
Aim to make Yamuna clean, fully navigable soon, says Delhi LG
Lieutenant governor VK Saxena and NGT chairperson Justice Adarsh Kumar Goel inspected an 11km stretch of the Yamuna river in Delhi to assess its navigability. They stated that involving citizens at a physical level with the river will help with its rejuvenation. The Indian Navy had previously conducted a navigability assessment, revealing a depth range of 0.9m to 4m. Efforts to desilt and trap sewage on the Najafgarh drain, which accounts for 68% of the river's pollution, have shown improvement. However, maintaining sufficient water flow throughout the year is necessary for the project's success.
Updated on Jul 05, 2023 12:25 AM IST
Native trees’ plantation to rid Delhi Ridge of colonial kikar
Delhi's forest and wildlife department will restore a 100-hectare plot of the Central Ridge by planting native Aravalli tree species
Updated on Jul 02, 2023 11:41 PM IST
With 101mm rain, Delhi logs its coolest June since 2008
This was largely down to light to moderate showers being recorded through the month and the early arrival of the southwest monsoon.
Updated on Jul 01, 2023 12:00 AM IST
British-era Gole Market, which predates New Delhi, set to become a museum
NDMC has also identified land in the area where a pedestrian subway and a parking lot in will come up
Updated on Jun 28, 2023 11:45 PM IST
