Leena Dhankhar has worked with Hindustan Times for five years. She has covered crime, traffic and excise. She now reports on civic issues and grievances of residents.
Articles by Leena Dhankhar
Hry forest dept readies proposal to bolster tree-felling regulations
The draft proposal seeks to update and potentially replace provisions of the Punjab Land Preservation Act (PLPA), which has governed tree felling rules for over a century. It proposes several key regulations, including mandatory permission from divisional forest officers for tree felling outside designated forests
Updated on Jan 23, 2025 06:24 AM IST
Leena Dhankhar, Gurugram
Gurugram locals urge MCG to take action on waste burning by vendors
The group has proposed an approach that includes mapping and registering vendors to ensure they are part of a structured waste management schedule.
Updated on Jan 21, 2025 05:50 AM IST
Illegal mining in Gurugram starts eroding protective Aravalli barrier
Illegal mining in the Aravalli range threatens biodiversity, groundwater, and local communities, leading to severe ecological and economic consequences.
Updated on Jan 18, 2025 10:44 PM IST
Who benefits from illegal mining in Aravalli hills?
Activists and opposition leaders are increasingly demanding the formation of a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe the nexus of illegal mining. They argue that only an independent, high court-monitored investigation can uncover the truth
Published on Jan 18, 2025 05:32 PM IST
Gurugram registrar warns societies they could become defunct over non-compliance
The Gurugram registrar said that continued non-compliance could trigger the initiation of dissolution procedures, rendering these societies inactive
Updated on Jan 18, 2025 05:30 AM IST
Need to accelerate pace for finishing infra projects in Gurugram: Rao Narbir Singh
During a review meeting held in Chandigarh with senior officials from the Gurugram Metropolitan Development Authority (GMDA), Gurugram Metro Rail Limited (GMRL), Haryana Urban Development Authority, and the Gurugram Municipal Corporation, Singh emphasised the critical nature of timely completion
Updated on Jan 17, 2025 05:52 AM IST
With a blast, fear of illegal mining returns to haunt Aravallis in Gurugram
Despite a Supreme Court ban on mining in the ecologically critical Aravalli range, such activities persist unabated
Updated on Jan 17, 2025 05:34 AM IST
Najafgarh Jheel: Bird numbers fall, diversity expands, says new count
The wetland, the second-largest in the National Capital Region, is a critical habitat for resident and migratory water birds
Published on Jan 16, 2025 12:00 PM IST
MCG withdraws Sec 102 landfill plan after NGT intervention
The proposed landfill sites by MCG had drawn protests from residents of at least 30 housing societies along the Dwarka Expressway
Updated on Jan 13, 2025 09:41 AM IST
Rao Narbir Singh launches night shelters in Gurugram
He instructed the district administration to establish additional temporary shelters at crowded locations
Updated on Jan 13, 2025 06:58 AM IST
Leopard wandered into Sohna residential society, rescued
Forest department personnel believe the leopard was likely in search of food or water when it accidentally entered the residential complex
Published on Jan 12, 2025 12:45 PM IST
Swachh Bharat’s Hry VC calls for weekly cleaning session in Ggm
Subhash Chandra urged citizens to spend an hour weekly on cleanliness, promoting initiatives like bio-enzymes and cloth bag banks to reduce pollution.
Updated on Jan 12, 2025 09:27 AM IST
MCG top official targets officials for inaction at resolution camp
During Saturday’s session, eight grievances were presented, ranging from illegal construction to sanitation and civic amenities
Updated on Jan 12, 2025 09:17 AM IST
Two sisters fall to death from fourth floor in Gurugram
Two sisters fell to their deaths in Gurugram; police suspect robbery gone wrong, while family alleges foul play. Investigation ongoing.
Updated on Jan 12, 2025 07:28 AM IST
Rao Narbir Singh visits Jungle Safari site in Aravalli range in Gurugram
The cabinet minister said that since this area is close to the Capital, there is immense possibility of eco-tourism
Updated on Jan 12, 2025 05:06 AM IST
Millennium bus stand to be overhauled: Hry transport min
Addressing concerns about encroachments outside the bus stand, Vij directed the local station house officer to impound any buses found parked illegally
Published on Jan 09, 2025 04:35 PM IST
Proposed Aravalli safari in Ggm, Nuh sparks conservation debate
Though Haryana officials assured environmental conservation being a key aspect, a group of environmentalists have filed an application in the SC against the project.
Published on Jan 09, 2025 03:58 PM IST
Gurugram DC inspects night shelters
The DC emphasised that flyovers, busy junctions, and other high-traffic locations should have adequate shelter facilities based on historical data and current needs
Updated on Jan 09, 2025 03:58 PM IST
75th Constitution Day: Gururgam plans edu, cultural events
Gurugram will celebrate 75th Constitution Day with seminars, competitions, and events in 300 schools, starting January 10, focusing on “Our Constitution, Our Pride.”
Updated on Jan 06, 2025 06:22 AM IST
Hry minister unveils ₹800-cr infra projects to transform Gurugram
During his tour, minister Rao Narbir Singh said that GMDA is preparing the DPRs and assured that ground-level work would commence soon
Updated on Jan 06, 2025 06:18 AM IST
Fewer migratory birds visit Sultanpur wetland: Asian Waterbird Census report
Experts said the fall in the birds visiting the park over the years is due to delayed monsoon and late onset of winter
Updated on Jan 06, 2025 05:50 AM IST
Asia Bird Census 2025 kicks off at Sultanpur Bird Sanctuary
The Haryana State Biodiversity Board launched the Asia Bird Census 2025 at Sultanpur Bird Sanctuary, highlighting the need for biodiversity protection amid environmental challenges.
Updated on Jan 05, 2025 09:09 AM IST
Another injury due to mining in Aravallis sends shock through villages
Illegal mining in the Aravallis continues despite a Supreme Court ban, leading to injuries and environmental concerns, as locals demand action from authorities.
Updated on Jan 03, 2025 05:26 AM IST
HC-appointed commissioners inspect sanitation situation in Gurugram
The inspection comes on a petition filed by a resident, highlighting civic crisis in the city during a two-month strike by sanitation workers last year
Updated on Jan 03, 2025 05:20 AM IST
Haryana CM pre-budget meet for 2025-26 in Gurugram
During the meeting, the CM reiterated his government’s commitment to an inclusive approach toward prosperity and progress.
Published on Jan 02, 2025 10:33 PM IST
Nuh police on high alert after explosion at Aravalli hillock
Nuh police are on high alert after a blast linked to illegal mining in the Aravalli range. Investigations reveal leaseholders from Rajasthan may be responsible.
Updated on Jan 02, 2025 09:59 AM IST
GMDA to overhaul 64kms of master sector roads in Ggm
The project also involves developing drainage networks and green belts, offering significant benefits to numerous residential townships along the expressway
Published on Jan 02, 2025 09:49 AM IST
MCG rolls out green campaign for 2025
As part of initiatives to clean up the city, MCG announced that all sanitation workers who retired after August 2024 will be rehired
Updated on Jan 02, 2025 06:52 AM IST
Ggm: 1 death sentence already in, rapist-killer faces 4 more
Sunil Kumar, a native of Ganj village in Uttar Pradesh, was arrested on November 19, 2018, for allegedly rape and murder
Published on Dec 31, 2024 10:57 PM IST
Weapons, drugs trade flourish amid crackdowns in Gurugram
In 2024, Gurugram faced a rise in drug, weapon, and liquor crimes, with police arresting 336 for firearms and seizing large quantities of drugs and illegal liquor.
Updated on Dec 31, 2024 10:51 PM IST