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Maria Khan

Senior Correspondent, Hindustan Times. Reports on district administration, health, civic issues, and environmental concerns in Noida and Greater Noida. Graduated from MJP Rohilkhand University in 2015 and started career in journalism in 2016, at The Times of India, UP West (Bareilly, Rampur, Moradabad and Sambhal) where reported on a range of issues including crime and politics till November 2021. Working with Hindustan Times since June, 2023.

Articles by Maria Khan

District admin gears up for home minister Amit Shah’s visit to Noida

Home minister had previously visited Greater Noida alongside UP CM Yogi Adityanath in September 2022

In view of the security, City Magistrate Dharmendra Kumar has issued directives to ensure the deployment of CCTV monitoring on roads, conducting cleaning drives, and trimming plants, among other tasks. (Sunil Ghosh/HT Photo)

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Updated on Aug 18, 2023 12:05 AM IST

ByMaria Khan

Yedia starts developing 23 parks for residential scheme

Officials said that the work has already commenced with planting of trees, cultivation of lush grass, landscaping activities underway

The parks would also incorporate walk ways for jogging and morning walks, among other facilities as well. (Representative Image)

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Updated on Aug 17, 2023 05:53 PM IST

ByMaria Khan

Noida: Lying inactive for two years, bronchoscopy equipment back to use

Bronchoscopy, a procedure conducted by a pulmonologist, involves assessing a patient’s lung and air passage condition

Patients with lung infections and related bronchial issues have already availed themselves of the treatment. (Sunil Ghosh/HT Photo)

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Updated on Aug 17, 2023 05:47 PM IST

ByMaria Khan

People march with Tricolour as Gautam Budh Nagar celebrates Independence Day

The celebrations radiated throughout the region, with Noida authority officials, Residential Welfare Association members and residents fervently participating

Residents march with a huge Tricolour from Noida Stadium to Sector 30 on the occasion of Independence Day. (Sunil Ghosh/HT Photo)

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Updated on Aug 15, 2023 10:58 PM IST

ByMaria Khan

GB Nagar warns of flood after IMD forecasts heavy rain in Uttarakhand over next five days

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast heavy rainfall in Uttarakhand. Thus, there is a possibility that the water level will again rise in rivers such as Yamuna, Sharda, Hindon and Ganga, among others

Additionally, the district administration has issued strict guidelines and asked residents to refrain from taking baths in the rivers. Non-compliance of the orders will lead to legal action, said officials (HT Photo)

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Updated on Aug 12, 2023 11:38 PM IST

ByMaria Khan, Noida

Men climb atop moving car in Noida, get ₹23,500 traffic fine

Traffic police officers informed that an e-challan was generated through the integrated security and traffic management system after the vehicle came on the police radar on Saturday

A video grab of the stunt that was shared on social media recently. (SOURCED)

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Updated on Aug 12, 2023 11:33 PM IST

ByMaria Khan, Noida

Man found with carcass of Sarus crane in Greater Noida, held

With population of the sarus crane dwindling, in 2014, it was designated the state bird of Uttar Pradesh

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Updated on Aug 11, 2023 10:55 PM IST

ByMaria Khan

Noida lift tragedy: After BJP MLA meets Yogi, UP assembly debates ‘Lift Act’

The Uttar Pradesh legislative assembly debated the implementation of the Lift Act after incidents of elevator malfunctions in high-rise societies in the Delhi-NCR region. BJP MLA Dhirendra Singh met with the chief minister to request immediate implementation of the Act for resident safety. The act would hold builders, lift manufacturing companies, service providers, and authorities accountable. Currently, there is no law governing lifts/elevators in Uttar Pradesh.

The Jewar MLA met with the chief minister on Tuesday and submitted a letter requesting the act’s implementation after several malfunctioning incidents in high-rise housing societies reported from the Delhi-National Capital Region (NCR). (HT Photo)

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Updated on Aug 09, 2023 11:33 PM IST

ByMaria Khan

No water supply in Greater Noida West society for four days

The developer has said that the water pipeline is damaged and supply is expected to be restored within a week

Residents of the Gaur City 2 society staged a protest and created a roadblock outside the complex on Sunday. (HT Photo)

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Updated on Aug 09, 2023 12:10 AM IST

ByMaria Khan, Greater Noida

Noida man spills petrol at fuel station for Insta reel; Police take cognisance

The video created an outrage on social media platforms with netizens demanding legal action against the Instagram user

Netizens said it was so risky as this could have resulted in a fire. (Video grab)

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Updated on Aug 07, 2023 05:27 PM IST

ByMaria Khan

Peacock found dead in Noida, electrocution suspected

The incident took place at Brahmaputra market within Sector 29, where the peacock was found unconscious on the ground

Upon receiving information from passersby, the local police station promptly notified the forest department. (Representative Image)

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Updated on Aug 05, 2023 11:35 PM IST

ByMaria Khan

Power theft worth ₹35 lakh detected in Greater Noida, 21 booked

NPCL’s data reveals a staggering count of 2,762 instances of power theft within the region over the past four months

Among the places where the drive was conducted were Ghodi Baccheda, Sirsa of Kasna, and villages Bisaich and Aichhar (Representative Image)

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Updated on Aug 05, 2023 12:06 AM IST

ByMaria Khan

Over ₹50 lakh worth of inverter batteries allegedly stolen from Child PGI hospital in Noida

The batteries, procured by the hospital administration in 2013 for backup purposes, were found missing during a recent inspection of the maintenance department, officials said

Meanwhile, the security agency responsible for safeguarding the storage room housing the batteries appeared unaware of the theft during recent inspections. (HT Photo)

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Updated on Aug 04, 2023 02:24 AM IST

ByMaria Khan

Haryana violence: Security stepped up in Gautam Budh Nagar as Bajrang Dal, VHP stage protests

The march was taken out even though prohibitory orders, under Section 144 [Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC)] is in force in the district

: Bajrang Dal workers and VHP workers taking out a protest march against the violence in Haryana, in Noida on Wednesday. (Sunil Ghosh/HT Photo)

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Updated on Aug 02, 2023 11:56 PM IST

ByMaria Khan

Noida: District administration takes pre-emptive measures against dengue and malaria after devastating floods

Anti-larvae and fogging exercises will extend beyond the flood-affected zones, encompassing schools, colleges, public places, offices, and other high-risk areas.

The general public will also be sensitized to the potential threats, district magistrate Manish Kumar Verma said during a recent meeting. (HT Photo)

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Updated on Aug 02, 2023 12:04 AM IST

ByMaria Khan

Speeding car rams Kerala governor’s convoy in Noida, two arrested in inebriated condition

Police confirmed that no injury was reported in the crash and the governor was safely escorted away from the accident site

The suspect in police custody. (HT Photo)

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Updated on Jul 29, 2023 11:38 PM IST

ByMaria Khan

Elderly woman electrocuted in Greater Noida, video of the incident surfaces online

According to police, the victim’s family said that Devi was leaning out through her house window to call her nephew when her hand met the live wire

The deceased, identified as Angoori Devi, was a resident of Mirzapur village in Greater Noida, police said. (Representative Image)

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Updated on Jul 29, 2023 11:38 PM IST

ByMaria Khan

Noida: District admin conducts surprise checks at schools, ask them to focus on attendence

Officials said that inspections aimed to assess the quality of mid-day meals, sanitation standards, and other aspects

District administration officials said that similar surprise checks would be conducted in the future to ensure the proper functioning of schools (HT Photo)

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Updated on Jul 29, 2023 12:08 AM IST

ByMaria Khan

Post floods, Noida district hospital sees 200-250 conjunctivitis cases a day

Private hospitals are also witnessing a surge in eye infection/eye flu cases in the out-patient department

Doctors at the district hospital in Sector 39 said currently, around 200-250 cases of conjunctivitis are being reported daily as against the four to five cases in the first week of July. (Sunil Ghosh/HT Photo)

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Updated on Jul 29, 2023 12:04 AM IST

ByMaria Khan

Narrow escape for Noida family as house collapses in Hindon floods

A family in Chotpur village narrowly escaped as their house collapsed due to heavy rainfall and flooding of river Hindon. They have lost everything and are currently residing with an acquaintance. The district administration is providing relief and assistance to affected families.

The remains of the collapsed house in Chotpur village . (HT Photo)

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Updated on Jul 27, 2023 11:55 PM IST

ByMaria Khan

Submerged substation causes 21-hour power cut in Noida’s Sector 18

Many shop owners reported significant losses and disruptions to their business operations due to the power outage

Power supply in the area was restored post 3am on Thursday after the extended outage. (Representative Image)

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Updated on Jul 27, 2023 11:51 PM IST

ByMaria Khan

District administration prepares for International Trade Fair in Gautam Budh Nagar

The International Trade Fair, 2023, will take place at the India Expo Centre in Greater Noida, which is organized by the Uttar Pradesh government in collaboration with India Exposition Mart Limited, Greater Noida

The event aims to build on the success of the recently concluded UP Global Investor Summit, 2023, officials said. (Representative Image)

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Updated on Jul 27, 2023 12:25 AM IST

ByMaria Khan

Gautam Budh Nagar DM inspects flood-hit areas at Hindon river banks

The water level of the Hindon River fell slightly on Tuesday and was recorded at 201.10 metres, down from 201.15 metres on Monday

GB Nagar DM Manish Verma inspects flood-affected areas on the banks of the Hindon River on Tuesday. (HT Photo)

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Updated on Jul 26, 2023 05:45 PM IST

ByMaria Khan

Schools closed for a day in Gautam Budh Nagar due to heavy rainfall

Waterlogging complaints were received from many areas including Sector 12, Sector 19, 20, 22, 37, Sector 62, 63, 95, 122 Parthala, and DND Loop

The school authorities have been instructed to ensure compliance of the order issued. (HT Photo)

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Updated on Jul 26, 2023 01:23 PM IST

ByMaria Khan

GB Nagar warns people of possible flooding as Hindon, Yamuna waters rise

The current water level in Hindon, at Ghaziabad barrage, is 201.15 metres, just a few metres short of the danger mark of 205.8 metres

People in Purana Haibatpur village in Greater Noida leave their flooded homes on Monday. (Sunil Ghosh/HT Photo)

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Updated on Jul 24, 2023 11:38 PM IST

ByMaria Khan

Over 1 million saplings planted in GB Nagar as state observes Van Mahotsav

The plantation target for Gautam Budh Nagar was 1.094 million, but the drive exceeded the target by 118.20%, planting 1,105,074 saplings, said forest officers

The forest department planted 126,750 saplings, while other local government bodies, schoolchildren, NGOs, and the general public planted 978,324 saplings. (Sunil Ghosh/HT Photo)

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Updated on Jul 22, 2023 11:43 PM IST

ByMaria Khan

Noida residents met DM, raise various issues including better public transport connectivity

During the meeting, the federation suggested the provision of improved public transport connectivity throughout the district, including the introduction of electric buses for commuters

In addition, the delegation from the federation discussed sanitation and sewer issues in residential areas during the meeting. (HT Photo)

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Updated on Jul 21, 2023 11:33 PM IST

ByMaria Khan

Woman electrocuted while harvesting fields in Greater Noida

The victim had gone to fields with the other women for harvesting when she came in contact with a high-tension overhead cable, that was hanging low

The woman was rushed to a hospital where she succumbed to injuries. (Representative Image)

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Updated on Jul 20, 2023 11:45 PM IST

ByMaria Khan

Road rage: Man dragged for 300 metres on car bonnet; driver arrested in Noida

Officers associated with the probe said the suspect was traced through the vehicle registration number and arrested on Wednesday night.

A screen grab of the video which surfaced on the internet on Thursday.

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Updated on Jul 21, 2023 03:20 AM IST

ByMaria Khan

NPCL deputes network surveillance teams to address power issues in Greater Noida

Each of the six teams comprises two members who move on two-wheelers, swiftly rectifying power supply faults across different areas of Greater Noida

To create awareness about this initiative, NPCL is making public announcements on the vehicles used by the teams, ensuring the message reaches the masses. (Representative Image)

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Updated on Jul 19, 2023 11:57 PM IST

ByMaria Khan

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Home minister had previously visited Greater Noida alongside UP CM Yogi Adityanath in September 2022

Officials said that the work has already commenced with planting of trees, cultivation of lush grass, landscaping activities underway

Bronchoscopy, a procedure conducted by a pulmonologist, involves assessing a patient’s lung and air passage condition

The celebrations radiated throughout the region, with Noida authority officials, Residential Welfare Association members and residents fervently participating

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast heavy rainfall in Uttarakhand. Thus, there is a possibility that the water level will again rise in rivers such as Yamuna, Sharda, Hindon and Ganga, among others

Traffic police officers informed that an e-challan was generated through the integrated security and traffic management system after the vehicle came on the police radar on Saturday

With population of the sarus crane dwindling, in 2014, it was designated the state bird of Uttar Pradesh

The developer has said that the water pipeline is damaged and supply is expected to be restored within a week

The video created an outrage on social media platforms with netizens demanding legal action against the Instagram user

The incident took place at Brahmaputra market within Sector 29, where the peacock was found unconscious on the ground

NPCL’s data reveals a staggering count of 2,762 instances of power theft within the region over the past four months

The batteries, procured by the hospital administration in 2013 for backup purposes, were found missing during a recent inspection of the maintenance department, officials said

The march was taken out even though prohibitory orders, under Section 144 [Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC)] is in force in the district

Anti-larvae and fogging exercises will extend beyond the flood-affected zones, encompassing schools, colleges, public places, offices, and other high-risk areas.

Police confirmed that no injury was reported in the crash and the governor was safely escorted away from the accident site

According to police, the victim’s family said that Devi was leaning out through her house window to call her nephew when her hand met the live wire

Officials said that inspections aimed to assess the quality of mid-day meals, sanitation standards, and other aspects

Private hospitals are also witnessing a surge in eye infection/eye flu cases in the out-patient department

A family in Chotpur village narrowly escaped as their house collapsed due to heavy rainfall and flooding of river Hindon. They have lost everything and are currently residing with an acquaintance. The district administration is providing relief and assistance to affected families.

Many shop owners reported significant losses and disruptions to their business operations due to the power outage

The International Trade Fair, 2023, will take place at the India Expo Centre in Greater Noida, which is organized by the Uttar Pradesh government in collaboration with India Exposition Mart Limited, Greater Noida

The water level of the Hindon River fell slightly on Tuesday and was recorded at 201.10 metres, down from 201.15 metres on Monday

Waterlogging complaints were received from many areas including Sector 12, Sector 19, 20, 22, 37, Sector 62, 63, 95, 122 Parthala, and DND Loop

The current water level in Hindon, at Ghaziabad barrage, is 201.15 metres, just a few metres short of the danger mark of 205.8 metres

The plantation target for Gautam Budh Nagar was 1.094 million, but the drive exceeded the target by 118.20%, planting 1,105,074 saplings, said forest officers

During the meeting, the federation suggested the provision of improved public transport connectivity throughout the district, including the introduction of electric buses for commuters

The victim had gone to fields with the other women for harvesting when she came in contact with a high-tension overhead cable, that was hanging low

Officers associated with the probe said the suspect was traced through the vehicle registration number and arrested on Wednesday night.

Each of the six teams comprises two members who move on two-wheelers, swiftly rectifying power supply faults across different areas of Greater Noida

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