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Lenders Deny Jaypee Infratech’s Bid to Acquire Bankrupt Firm

NEW DELHI: Creditors of Jaiprakash Associates Ltd (JAL) have declined Jaypee Infratech’s bid to accept its resolution plan for the acquisition of the financially troubled company. Five firms—Adani Enterprises, Vedanta Group, Dalmia Bharat Cement, Jindal Power, and PNC Infratech—have put forth their plans for JAL’s acquisition. On June 25, JAL’s lenders rejected Jaypee Infratech’s resolution plan from Suraksha Group, citing its late submission and lack of earnest money. Sources indicate that Jaypee Infratech has requested the Committee of Creditors (CoC) of JAL to reconsider their decision and allow participation in the insolvency process. During a meeting on July 1, CoC…

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Smartworks Coworking IPO Launches July 10

NEW DELHI: Smartworks Coworking Spaces is gearing up to launch its public share sale on July 10. The initial public offering (IPO) will run until July 14, with anchor investor bidding set for a single day on July 9, as detailed in the red herring prospectus (RHP). The IPO size has been revised downwards; the fresh issue is now Rs 445 crore, decreased from the previously planned Rs 550 crore, and the offer for sale (OFS) has been adjusted to 33.79 lakh shares from 67.59 lakh shares. Approximately Rs 226 crore of the total proceeds will be allocated for capital…

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Wayanad Township Set for Completion by December 2025: Minister

AI-generated Representative Image KOZHIKODE: Revenue Minister K Rajan announced that the housing project for the victims of the Mundakkai-Chooralmala disaster at Elstone Estate will be completed by December 2025. The development will accommodate over 1,662 individuals in 410 houses, with 140 residents each receiving a seven-cent plot. Rajan revealed that the government has allocated ₹108 crore for rehabilitation efforts and called for increased machinery use to remove debris from Punnapuzha. The minister disclosed that ₹3.6 crore has been earmarked for Kudumbashree’s micro plan, and ₹43.7 crore has been spent on acquiring land at Elstone Estate. Furthermore, a total of ₹13.3…

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Delhi HC Dismisses Plea to Oversee ED Probe into IREO Residences

NEW DELHI: The Delhi High Court has affirmed the Enforcement Directorate’s investigation into the real estate company IREO Residences and dismissed a petition claiming bias against the agency. Justice Manmeet Pritam Singh Arora issued the ruling on Wednesday, criticizing petitioner Gulshan Babbar for omitting vital information and imposing a fine of Rs 1.25 lakh for misleading the court. Babbar alleged that the Enforcement Directorate had failed to properly investigate financial discrepancies amounting to Rs 1,317 crore related to bank loans and land transactions in Gurugram. The High Court dismissed Babbar’s petitions due to lack of standing and maintainability. Published On…

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Gujarat’s 5 districts draw ₹5.03 lakh crore in real estate investments

AI-generated Representative Image AHMEDABAD: Since the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act (RERA) was implemented in 2017, Gujarat’s real estate sector has attracted investments totaling ₹5.03 lakh crore. Notably, 94% of this investment is concentrated in five key districts: Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar, Surat, Vadodara, and Rajkot. This concentration is largely attributed to rapid urbanization, improved infrastructure, and heightened demand for residential and commercial properties. In stark contrast, the remaining 28 districts—home to nearly two-thirds (64%) of Gujarat’s population—have garnered only 6% of the total investments. Experts express concerns about this uneven distribution of resources and emphasize the need for balanced infrastructure…

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Pune Residents Alarmed by Neglected Dilapidated Buildings in Camp

AI-generated Representative Image PUNE: Residents of the Camp are voicing serious concerns about the deteriorating conditions of local structures, holding the Pune Cantonment Board accountable for failing to take necessary repair actions. For years, these buildings have remained in a precarious state. Some residents are urging immediate repairs to prevent potential disasters, while activists and long-time inhabitants of Camp criticize the inaction by cantonment authorities. James Paul, former President of the Pune Cantonment Tenants’ Association, commented, “Every monsoon, the board puts out notices for property owners and publishes advisories for precautions. This is a lazy approach. We have repeatedly asked…

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Two More FIRs Filed Against Ansal Group in Lucknow

AI-generated Representative Image LUCKNOW: On Friday, two additional FIRs were filed against the Ansal Group at the Sushant Golf City police station, bringing the total number of cases against the real estate firm in Lucknow to 235. The recent complaints involve allegations of fraud totaling Rs 13.60 lakh from two individuals who were promised flats and plots but received neither possession nor a refund. According to police reports, Ram Awadh Singh, a resident of Marhad in Ghazipur district, had booked a flat in Ansal’s Sushant Golf City project back in 2015. He paid Rs 6.35 lakh with the expectation of…

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Noida, Greater Noida & YEIDA: Uttar Pradesh’s Crown Jewels, Minister Says

AI-generated Representative Image NOIDA: During a recent visit, Industrial Development Minister Nand Gopal Gupta ‘Nandi’ referred to the Noida, Greater Noida, and Yamuna Authority (YEIDA) regions as “the crown jewels of Uttar Pradesh,” mirroring the status of Kashmir for India. He emphasized that enhancing industry and investment is “our government’s top priority.” With the establishment of new units, the minister believes employment opportunities will grow, aiding Uttar Pradesh in its quest to become a top-performing state. To ensure timely project completion, Nandi urged senior officials of the Noida Authority to work on expanding the land bank and improve collaboration with…

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Yashwant Singh Purchases ₹100 Crore Bungalow in South Delhi

AI-generated Representative Image Yashwant Singh, a member of a royal family in Rajasthan, has acquired an 867-square-meter bungalow in South Delhi’s Golf Links for ₹100 crore. He paid ₹7 crore in stamp duty and corporation tax, according to documents from CRE Matrix, a real estate data analytics firm. The property was sold by Anu Jindal, a resident of DLF The Camellias. Jindal’s husband, Jai P. Jindal, who leads an art glass business, confirmed the sale, stating they intend to relocate to The Camellias. According to Jindal, the buyer belongs to a royal lineage from Alwar and also owns a bungalow…

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Clear ₹118 Crore Dues This Month or Project Canceled: YEIDA

NOIDA: The Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority has set a final deadline for Greenbay Infrastructure to pay its outstanding dues of ₹118 crore by the end of July. If the payment is not made, the allotment of land for a 100-acre township in Sector 22D will be canceled. YEIDA officials stated on Friday that this represents the developer’s last opportunity to settle their debts, following a previous deadline of June 30. Last month, Greenbay requested an extension of two months for the payment, citing difficulties in obtaining full land possession. According to YEIDA’s latest notice, “If Greenbay Infrastructure does not…