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Time of India
5 days ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
U-Turn 700m away, wrong side is the right of way at this underpass
Ghaziabad: Wrong-side driving on roads adjacent to Mehrauli underpass, particularly during peak morning and evening periods, is widespread. So much so that violators not only accept the "menace" that they have become but become "aggressive", if their mistakes are pointed out. People coming from the Dasna, Kavi Nagar and Meerut side are taking a wrong turn after passing the Mehrauli underpass to go towards Mehrauli village and highrise societies such as Aditya Suncity, VVIP Namah and Wave City as well. To save time, energy and money, people are taking shortcuts while the actual route is just 500-700 metres away. E-rickshaw, auto-rickshaw drivers, cars and two-wheeler riders accepted they drive on the wrong side to save time and distance. You Can Also Check: Noida AQI | Weather in Noida | Bank Holidays in Noida | Public Holidays in Noida In 2024, over 2.6 lakh challans were issued by traffic cops for wrong-side driving across the district. In 2023, the number was 2.3 lakh and in 2022, the number was 37,000. The challans, it seems, have failed to deter these drivers, who revel in shortcuts. A senior traffic police officer said that wrong-side driving disrupts traffic flow, increases the risk of collisions and can have severe consequences for all road users. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Gentle Japanese hair growth method for men and women's scalp Hair's Rich Learn More Undo "Drivers should be patient and follow traffic rules, even if it means taking a longer route, to ensure their own safety and the safety of others," the officer. But rule violators would have none of this. Pankaj Singh, a two-wheeler rider, said, "We know we are riding on the wrong side, which can be dangerous, but riding from Kavi Nagar side to Wave City area and then to the underpass to reach Mehrauli village is too long a detour. This route will take more than 15 minutes during the peak hours due to the snarl and traffic jams." Saurabh Singh, a commuter and resident of Aditya Suncity, said he travels to Noida for his duty hours, when "wrong-side driving becomes a menace". Whenever he is driving his car to his office, he notices wrong-side driving, mostly by two-wheeler drivers and e-rickshaws. "I tried to talk to these people, but they became aggressive when I pointed out their mistakes and told me, 'apna kam karo (mind your own business)'. The situation becomes worse due to the absence of police," he said.
NDTV
26-05-2025
- NDTV
Mob Attack On Police Team In Ghaziabad, Noida Constable Shot Dead
Ghaziabad: A Noida constable was shot dead by unidentified gunmen when a police team tried to arrest a wanted criminal in Uttar Pradesh's Ghaziabad on Sunday night. The team from Noida police station, Phase-3, came under attack when trying to catch a notorious criminal, Qadir, in Nahal village of the Masuri police station area of Ghaziabad on Sunday night. As soon as the police team reached Qadir's residence and began the raid, a crowd assembled there and turned hostile. The attackers threw stones at the police team, followed by indiscriminate firing. Constable Saurabh Singh was seriously injured in the firing and was rushed to the nearby Yashoda Hospital, but doctors declared him dead. At least two other police personnel also sustained injuries and are currently undergoing treatment. They are out of danger. After the constable's death, there is a wave of mourning across the police department. Senior officials of the Noida Police Commissionerate have reached the spot and enquired about the developments. Mussoorie police station has registered a case under 13 sections, including murder, rioting, assault, and the Arms Act. Qadir is said to already have 24 criminal cases registered against him. He managed to escape during the attack on the police. Police have formed several teams to arrest him and those who helped in his escape. A massive search operation is being conducted in the area. Police officials said that the accused will be arrested soon and the culprits will be punished severely.
Time of India
27-04-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Deadline gone, no fines yet for unregistered lifts in Noida
NOIDA | GHAZIABAD : Nearly a month after the deadline to register lifts expired, authorities in Noida and Ghaziabad have refrained from imposing fines, even as a majority of lifts remain unregistered. Officials said that while the registration process is underway, penalties have been put on hold for now. In Noida, around 5,700 lifts have been registered so far, while Ghaziabad has recorded about 1,750 registrations. However, officials estimate that Gautam Budh Nagar alone has over 80,000 lifts, indicating that a large number are yet to comply. "The district has registered the highest number of lifts across the state, at 5,700 so far, after we conducted workshops to create awareness among residents," said Ramesh Chaudhary, assistant director of electrical safety, Noida. He added that the process has generated nearly Rs 3 crore in revenue. In Ghaziabad too, the pace of registration remains slow. "Lift registrations are ongoing, but residents should not delay as enforcement action could follow if the state government directs us," said Saurabh Singh, assistant director of electrical safety, Ghaziabad. The Uttar Pradesh govt had issued directives on September 25, 2024, mandating registration of all lifts in residential societies, malls, and industrial buildings under the Lift Act within six months. The registration deadline ended on March 25, with a grace period till March 31. Officials said the threat of fines and lift shutdowns had led to a surge in registrations. In Noida, the numbers rose from 3,340 in March to 5,700 in April, while in Ghaziabad, registrations went up from 826 to 1,570 over the same period. Under the Lift Act, penalties for delayed registration range from Rs 100 per day for delays up to seven days, Rs 200 per day for up to 15 days, and Rs 500 per day for up to 30 days. Lifts remaining unregistered beyond 30 days could face suspension of operations, with a late fee of Rs 10,000 required for reinstatement. The Lift Act, passed by the state government in February 2024, seeks to regulate the installation, maintenance, and operation of lifts and escalators. It mandates a one-time lift registration fee of Rs 5,000, while lift manufacturers must pay Rs 25,000 for a five-year registration, and maintenance agencies must renew annually at the same amount. Officials urged residents and builders to complete pending registrations promptly to avoid penalties once enforcement begins.
