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Ghaziabad to Begin Evictions in Illegal Hindon Colonies

GHAZIABAD: Following the UP government’s notification to the National Green Tribunal about 258 unauthorized colonies discharging untreated sewage into the Hindon River, District Magistrate Ravindra Kumar Mandar has instructed officials to initiate a coordinated effort to identify and eliminate encroachments along the river. During a meeting with officials from the Loni SDM’s office, irrigation department, GDA, and municipal bodies, teams were tasked with cross-referencing revenue records, irrigation data, and maps with on-site conditions to identify illegal occupations. In an affidavit submitted to the NGT on April 28 by state chief secretary Shashi Prakash Goyal, it was revealed that 888 unauthorized…

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Uttar Pradesh Allocates ₹350 Crore for Fire Tenders in 11 Cities

LUCKNOW: The Uttar Pradesh housing department has allocated ₹350 crore for the purchase of advanced fire tenders with hydraulic platforms to enhance firefighting capabilities in high-rise buildings. This move addresses concerns from residents of multi-storey housing societies regarding fire response for upper floors. These funds will be distributed through housing development authorities and provided to the fire department for acquiring modern tenders in 11 rapidly developing cities: Ghaziabad, Lucknow, Agra, Meerut, Kanpur, Gorakhpur, Prayagraj, Varanasi, Bareilly, Moradabad, and Ayodhya. Officials indicate that the aim is to bolster equipment suitable for taller residential developments as urbanization increases across the state. Ghaziabad,…

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Ghaziabad Mandates Two Firefighters per RWA Shift

GHAZIABAD: The district administration is set to demolish illegal structures and encroachments within housing societies, as they pose significant fire hazards that could impede rescue operations in emergencies. Resident welfare associations (RWAs) have been instructed to appoint two trained firefighters per residential society, with shifts lasting 12 hours each. This decision was made during a review meeting led by district magistrate Ravindra Kumar Mandar, prompted by a series of major fire incidents in the area—at least 30 major blazes were reported in the past two months, including the notable fire on April 12 at Gaur Green Avenue in Indirapuram. The…

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Uttar Pradesh Acquires 100 Hectares in Ghaziabad for Industry

Representative Image GHAZIABAD: The district administration has acquired about 100 hectares of land in Modinagar’s Niwari for the establishment of an industrial hub, to be developed by the Uttar Pradesh State Industrial Development Authority (UPSIDA). On Monday, officials confirmed that the land acquisition process has concluded, with farmers receiving compensation at four times the prevailing circle rate. This acquisition is a crucial advancement in the state government’s efforts to enhance industrial infrastructure, attract new investments, and create employment opportunities in the rapidly evolving NCR region. Additional District Magistrate (Land Acquisition) Avaneesh Kumar informed the TOI that approximately 91 hectares were…

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Ghaziabad: Builder Must Return Deed, Compensate Homebuyer

GHAZIABAD: The district consumer disputes redressal commission has partially upheld a complaint from an Indirapuram resident against the developers of Shipra Krishna Srishti. The commission found the builders liable for not providing the original registered sale deed of a flat to the lender as stipulated in a tripartite agreement. The commission has instructed the builders to deliver the original sale deed to HDFC and provide a photocopy to the complainant, Rajesh Bhalla, within 15 days. If they fail to comply, they must issue a public notice in two national dailies at their own expense, stating that the original deed for…

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Noida: Societies face higher upkeep costs due to wage hike

NOIDA: With rising costs across various sectors, your monthly maintenance bill is likely on the verge of an increase. This surge is unrelated to the US-Iran conflict, but stems from the recently enacted labour code. Many condominiums and gated communities in the NCR are currently revising their maintenance budgets due to the higher minimum wages mandated by this new legislation. Society managers estimate that the bill could rise by approximately 20-30%, contingent on the type of employed staff. In most communities, labor costs — including security, housekeeping, horticulture staff, electricians, plumbers, and lift operators — account for 70-85% of the…

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Ghaziabad Body to Review Recurring Fires in Societies

GHAZIABAD: Following two major fires in Indirapuram within a month, the district administration has requested reports from the Ghaziabad Development Authority, the discom, and the fire department. A review meeting is scheduled for June 2, officials announced on Friday. The recent fire incidents in Ghaziabad’s Indirapuram—specifically in Gaur Green Avenue and Gaur Biz Business Park—have intensified worries regarding fire safety and emergency response in high-rise residential and commercial buildings. On April 29, a fire erupted in a flat in Tower D of Gaur Green Avenue, affecting five floors and damaging at least 13 apartments. Residents were evacuated safely, and while…

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Ghaziabad Builders Urged to Give Noon Breaks to Workers

GHAZIABAD: The local authorities have issued a guideline urging builders to refrain from employing laborers on construction sites from 12 PM to 4 PM due to the ongoing heatwave conditions. The labor department has initiated an awareness campaign at construction areas and labor congregation points throughout the district. This effort aims to educate workers on heatwave precautions and provide them with ORS solutions and cold beverages like shikanji. “As part of our initiative, we have conducted camps at major construction sites in Siddharth Vihar and Wave City, reaching out to at least 20,000 workers. Officials distributed towels, ORS packets, and…

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Dust and Waste Discovered in Ghaziabad Inspection Drive

NEW DELHI: An inspection by the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) revealed twenty-four instances of noticeable road dust and accumulation of construction and demolition waste in various locations across Ghaziabad on Wednesday. The assessment identified shortcomings in regular street sweeping operations, dust suppression efforts, and the proper handling and disposal of construction debris in certain areas. “The commission has instructed the relevant authorities to enhance dust mitigation strategies, including regular mechanized sweeping, targeted water sprinkling, and timely removal of accumulated debris,” an official stated. The inspection, conducted by ten flying squad teams, focused on assessing visible road dust levels…

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AU Real Estate to Invest ₹1200 Crore in Ghaziabad Project

NEW DELHI: AU Real Estate is set to invest around ₹1200 crore in developing Cosmos Corner, a residential project on approximately 5.6 acres in Siddharth Vihar, Ghaziabad. The land, acquired by Cosmos REIT—a fully owned subsidiary—was purchased for ₹336 crore through an auction by the Uttar Pradesh Awas Vikas Parishad. This project will feature approximately 831 residential units across 40 floors, with an estimated revenue potential of ₹1600 crore upon completion. Currently, homes are priced starting at ₹6,900 per sq ft, with offerings including 3BHK apartments of 1,780 sq ft, 3BHK with a multipurpose room at 1,972 sq ft, and…