7 Pivotal Amarujala Stories for Media Professionals
Press Monitor's daily media monitoring review brings you 7 key stories from Amarujala's September 16, 2026 edition. These print media monitoring highlights cover road safety, corruption, water policy, and more — news on Amarujala that matters for Indian professionals.
1. Shivani Chauhan and Sia: Gurugram Road Crash
A front-page report in Amar Ujala says that a sports biker, Shivani Chauhan alias Sia, sustained multiple injuries after being struck by a car on Golf Course Road in Gurugram. Her brother Dipankar Chauhan rejected the driver's claim that the collision was accidental, noting the motorcycle was dragged significantly despite her protective gear. The accused driver, Kalyan Bansla, was subsequently apprehended by authorities. A motorcycle rider identified as Shivani Chauhan, also known as Sia, was struck by a car on Golf Course Road in Gurugram on Tuesday evening. The driver allegedly chased her, hit her, and fled the scene. Her brother Dipankar Chauhan rejected the driver's claim that the collision was accidental, noting the motorcycle was dragged significantly despite her protective gear. The accused driver, Kalyan Bansla, was subsequently apprehended by authorities. Why it matters: A high-profile hit-and-run on a Gurugram road raises questions about driver accountability and victim protection. Key detail: The accused was apprehended after the incident went viral on social media.
Source: Amar Ujala, front page. Next step: Follow the Gurugram traffic police investigation for updates on driver accountability.
2. MCD Assistant Arrested for Rs 70,000 Bribe
A front-page report in Amar Ujala says that an MCD dealing assistant named Sanjay was arrested by the Anti-Corruption Branch for allegedly demanding a bribe of seventy thousand rupees from a pension fund claimant at the Shahadra South Zone office in New Delhi on September 4. The complainant's father, Shailesh Chand, had served as a sanitation employee with the Municipal Corporation of Delhi for over seventy years before retirement, but his pension fund was not released despite repeated requests. An MCD dealing assistant named Sanjay was arrested by the Anti-Corruption Branch for allegedly demanding a bribe of seventy thousand rupees from a pension fund claimant at the Shahadra South Zone office in New Delhi on September 4. The complainant's father, Shailesh Chand, had served as a sanitation employee with the Municipal Corporation of Delhi for over seventy years before retirement, but his pension fund was not released despite repeated requests. Why it matters: Corruption in pension disbursement affects vulnerable citizens who have served the public for decades. Key detail: The bribe demand was just Rs 70,000 for a pension that should have been processed automatically.
Source: Amar Ujala, front page. Next step: The Anti-Corruption Branch should investigate systemic pension delays across MCD zones.
3. Women Crucial to Effective Water Management
A front-page report in Amar Ujala says that delegates at a two-day national consultation in New Delhi emphasised expanding womens roles beyond traditional water collection into active water management. Hosted by the Constitutional Club of India alongside Paramarth Samaj Sevi Sansthan and the Women for Water forum, the event featured insights from Human Rights Commission Secretary General Bharti Lal and senior water expert Rajendra Singh. They stressed that resolving severe shortages across regions like Bundelkhand demands collaborative action beyond government initiatives, highlighting the critical need for universal household tap connections. Delegates at a two-day national consultation in New Delhi emphasised expanding women's roles beyond traditional water collection into active water management. Hosted by the Constitutional Club of India alongside Paramarth Samaj Sevi Sansthan and the Women for Water forum, the event featured insights from Human Rights Commission Secretary General Bharti Lal and senior water expert Rajendra Singh. They stressed that resolving severe shortages across regions like Bundelkhand demands collaborative action beyond government initiatives. Why it matters: Gender-inclusive water policy is essential for sustainable resource management across India. Key detail: The consultation called for universal household tap connections as a baseline right.
Source: Amar Ujala, front page. Next step: State governments should integrate women's leadership into water management frameworks.
4. Pollution Control Board Issues Idol Immersion Rules
A front-page report in Amar Ujala says the Central Pollution Control Board has issued revised guidelines for idol immersion to prevent water pollution during Ganesh Chaturthi and Durga Puja festivals in September to October 2026. The guidelines, issued in compliance with a National Green Tribunal order dated 5 July 2026, mandate the use of biodegradable materials and non-toxic natural colors, and prohibit burning or spreading solid waste at immersion sites. The Central Pollution Control Board has issued revised guidelines for idol immersion to prevent water pollution during Ganesh Chaturthi and Durga Puja festivals in September to October 2026. The guidelines, issued in compliance with a National Green Tribunal order dated 5 July 2026, mandate the use of biodegradable materials and non-toxic natural colors, and prohibit burning or spreading solid waste at immersion sites. Why it matters: Festival-related water pollution is a recurring environmental challenge that needs regulatory clarity. Key detail: Biodegradable materials and non-toxic natural colors are now mandatory for all idol immersions.
Source: Amar Ujala, front page. Next step: State pollution control boards should enforce these guidelines ahead of the festival season.
5. YEIDA Announces 47.6 Hectares Land Draw
A front-page report in Amar Ujala says that the Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority has announced a land draw of 47.6463 hectares in the village of Lirthali in Greater Noida, scheduled for 5 September 2026, urging landowners to attend and reminding them that construction in the area is prohibited. The Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority has announced a land draw of 47.6463 hectares in the village of Lirthali in Greater Noida, scheduled for 5 September 2026. Landowners are urged to attend and are reminded that construction in the area is prohibited. Why it matters: Land allocation in the YEIDA zone impacts real estate development and urban planning in the National Capital Region. Key detail: The draw covers nearly 48 hectares in Lirthali village, Greater Noida.
Source: Amar Ujala, front page. Next step: Landowners in Lirthali should attend the draw and verify the construction prohibition terms.
6. Delhi Police Officers Trained on E-HRMS
A front-page report in Amar Ujala says that a training workshop on the Electronic Human Resource Management System was held at the Delhi Police Headquarters ideal assembly hall on Tuesday under the Hadi Pakhwada-2026 initiative. The technical officers of the Personnel and Training Department trained nearly 75 Delhi Police employees on the E-HRMS portal, addressing their technical issues and questions. The workshop aimed to streamline the process for educational allowances, briefcase allowances, telephone allowances, and newspaper allowances for police personnel. A training workshop on the Electronic Human Resource Management System was held at the Delhi Police Headquarters under the Hadi Pakhwada-2026 initiative. Technical officers of the Personnel and Training Department trained nearly 75 Delhi Police employees on the E-HRMS portal, addressing their technical issues and questions. The workshop aimed to streamline the process for educational allowances, briefcase allowances, telephone allowances, and newspaper allowances for police personnel. Why it matters: Digital transformation in police administration improves transparency and efficiency in allowance processing. Key detail: Nearly 75 officers were trained on the E-HRMS portal during the workshop.
Source: Amar Ujala, front page. Next step: Other state police forces should adopt similar digital HR systems for operational efficiency.
7. Amarujala Newspaper Delivery Complaint Instructions
A front-page report in Amar Ujala says if readers are not receiving their newspaper regularly or on time they should inform the publisher via toll free number or email. The publisher ensures prompt delivery after receiving such complaints. Readers can also contact to start their own newspaper subscription. Amarujala advises readers who are not receiving their newspaper regularly or on time to inform the publisher via toll-free number or email. The publisher ensures prompt delivery after receiving such complaints. Readers can also contact to start their own newspaper subscription. Why it matters: Reader service accessibility strengthens the trust between a publication and its audience. Key detail: Multiple contact channels including toll-free number and email are available for delivery complaints.
Source: Amar Ujala, front page. Next step: Readers should use the toll-free number or email to report any delivery issues promptly.
According to Press Monitor's tracking of Indian publications, these 7 stories reflect the breadth of Amarujala's coverage on September 16, 2026 — from crime and corruption to policy and commerce. Which of these stories do you think will have the most lasting impact on your community?