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Delhi HC asks DDA, MCD to inform it about status of deemed forest areas

NEW DELHI: The Delhi High Court on Wednesday asked several city authorities, including the DDA, MCD, NDMC, PWD and others, to provide information about the status of deemed forests within their jurisdiction.

The Times of India · Sep 27, 2023

NDMC sets up panel to protect assets created during G20 Summit

NEW DELHI: The New Delhi Municipal Council has formed a dedicated committee to protect the assets created during the G20 Summit from theft and vandalisation.

The Times of India · Sep 25, 2023

IAF helicopter makes trial landing at Sathram airstrip in Idukki

IAF helicopter trial-landed at Sathram airstrip, Idukki to inspect chances of using it for disaster management. NCC officials said the landing was successful and PWD directed to complete more work. NCC applied for permission to construct approach road and remove embankment. A portion of airstrip washed away in July 2022…

The Hindu · Sep 21, 2023

G-20 Summit | New Delhi Municipal Council coordinates efforts to ensure smooth flow

NDMC, Delhi Govt, LG office, PWD, MCD, BSES, DTC, Delhi Police, IGL, DJB, DDMA collaborate to ensure smooth G-20 summit operations. 20 complaints received, all resolved within hours. 3,000 ground workers, 440 cameras deployed. Officials dedicated to ensure event success. Hub & spoke model used to transmit info & resolve…

The Hindu · Sep 10, 2023

G20 beautification drive: PWD workers ‘clean up’ makeshift homes under Delhi flyovers before eviction

A PWD contractual worker, Deepak, swept the pavement below Delhi’s IIT flyover on Wednesday— the area had served his and the families of 14 other PWD contractual workers as “home” until about 10 days ago, when the Modi government’s G20 beautification drive took over.

Newslaundry · Sep 7, 2023

New look of Delhi will leave a lasting impression on G-20 guests: Delhi PWD Minister

Delhi ready to welcome G-20 delegates; multiple agencies and governments have worked together to give city a makeover. PWD Minister Atishi said 10 new roads have been laid, 31 statues & 90 fountains installed, 1.65 lakh plants planted and decorative lightings put up.

The Hindu · Sep 6, 2023

New washrooms for pilgrims on Girivalam path to be built on reserve forest land

Pilgrims to Tiruvannamalai will soon have additional free washroom complexes on RF land along the 14-km Girivalam path. PWD will build the facilities, with separate soak pits, and 24 units each for men and women, plus two for persons with disabilities. The new amenities are needed due to the rising…

The Hindu · Sep 6, 2023

Nagamohan Das seeks clarity from govt. on probe into ‘40% commission’ charge

Judge Nagamohan Das, appointed by Karnataka govt to probe 40% bribery allegations against previous BJP regime, seeks clarity on scope of investigation. PWD initially constituted committee, then modified order to commission, giving 3 months to complete probe. Dedicated office to be provided, experts to be hired. Govt & contractors in…

The Hindu · Sep 4, 2023

NATPAC report on decongesting Seaport-Airport Road by September-end

NATPAC to submit study report to decongest Olimugal-Collectorate Junction corridor on Seaport-Airport Road. Survey conducted by NATPAC, PWD not widening Bharat Matha College-Irumpanam stretch.

The Hindu · Aug 28, 2023

Mizoram govt incurs ₹4.88 crore wasteful expenditure due to negligence: CAG

CAG slams Mizoram Govt for incurring ₹4.88cr "avoidable" expenditure on Darlak-Sihthiang road due to negligence. Road already connected by 11km Chuhvel-Sihthiang paved road funded by NABARD.

The Hindu · Aug 28, 2023