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NGT Urges UP to Investigate Noida Realty’s Water Illegality

NOIDA: The National Green Tribunal has instructed the state groundwater department to investigate reports of illegal groundwater extraction by real estate developers in Noida and Greater Noida. The tribunal has also mandated that appropriate remedial and punitive measures be taken if any violations are identified. This directive followed a petition from activist Vikrant Tongad, who claimed that builders are excessively dewatering for deep excavations associated with high-rise constructions. The department has been tasked with completing this investigation within three months. The order was issued on May 27, responding to Tongad’s application filed earlier this year, which highlighted unauthorized groundwater extraction…

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ED Seizes ₹100 Crore in Jaypee Properties, Alleges Gaur Laundering

NEW DELHI: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has attached assets worth Rs 100 crore belonging to two real estate firms associated with Jaypee Infratech Ltd (JIL). The agency has accused JIL and its promoters of laundering part of the Rs 33,000 crore collected from homebuyers for the construction of flats in Jaypee Wish Town, which spans 1,162 acres in Noida along the Noida Expressway. “The investigation revealed that out of Rs 32,825 crore collected by Jayprakash Associates Ltd (JAL) and JIL from homebuyers, substantial amounts were misappropriated for non-construction purposes and transferred to related companies, such as JC World Hospitality Pvt…

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UP Government to Streamline RERA Regulations

LUCKNOW: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has directed officials to ease legal aspects concerning corporate restructuring, Limited Liability Partnerships (LLPs), and real estate transactions under RERA, aligning the legal framework with evolving economic and business needs. During a review of the Stamp and Registration Department’s operations, Adityanath emphasized that, “Given the state’s rapidly growing economy, investment activities, and urbanization, the department must become more transparent, tech-savvy, accountable, and citizen-focused.” He noted that “Registration offices interact directly with the public, so their processes need to be modernized, streamlined, and user-friendly,” according to an official statement. Adityanath also advocated for the…

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RWA Pushes for Fire Safety Audits in Noida Hotels and Highrises

NOIDA: Following the recent fire incidents in Noida and Delhi, the Federation of Noida Residents Welfare Associations (FONRWA) has reached out to the GB Nagar police commissioner, urging immediate measures to enhance fire safety standards in the city. The federation is requesting a thorough inspection of hotels, guest houses, and paying guest accommodations, along with the verification of Fire No Objection Certificates (NOCs) in high-rise residential and commercial buildings. They are also demanding action against illegal constructions, the improper use of basements, and breaches of approved building plans. “The recent fire tragedies in Delhi and Noida should act as a…

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Greater Noida orders audit of Arihant Amber after biker’s death

NOIDA: The Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority (GNIDA) has announced a structural audit of the Arihant Amber building in Noida Extension following the tragic death of a 46-year-old resident, who was killed when a concrete fragment fell from an overhead beam while he was riding his bike. “The Authority will perform a structural audit of the building and act according to the findings,” stated Saumya Srivastava, additional CEO at GNIDA. The victim, Vikas Chawla, resided in Tower D (flat 1507) with his family. The accident occurred around 4 PM on Saturday as he exited the parking area. AOA president Tushar…

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Noida Highrises: Safety Gaps Exposed Post-Handover Fires

NOIDA: The recent fire incident at Ivy County has alarmed residents far beyond the Noida condominium. For many in the NCR’s expanding high-rise communities, the event highlights a troubling reality: despite the increasing height of residential towers, the safety systems intended to protect them have struggled to keep up. Residents, community organizations, and safety experts express that this latest fire has revealed ongoing issues—ranging from insufficient fire norm enforcement to firefighting equipment that is often inadequate for the upper floors of the tallest structures in the area. This incident has reignited calls for enhanced oversight, consistent audits, and investments in…

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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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UP-RERA Reports 1.15 Lakh Housing Units in Uttar Pradesh

NEW DELHI: The Uttar Pradesh Real Estate Regulatory Authority (UP-RERA) is urging homebuyers and investors to thoroughly check project details and assess their financial capabilities before making real estate investments. The authority cautioned that decisions regarding property purchases should not be driven by advertisements, hearsay, pressure tactics, or claims of sudden price hikes. Currently, over 115,000 residential and commercial units are available in the state’s real estate market, encompassing flats, villas, plots, shops, office spaces, and other commercial properties. The western zone holds the largest portion of available inventory, comprising nearly 55% of the total with more than 60,000 units.…

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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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Godrej Properties Secures 23.2 Acres in Greater Noida Auction

Representative AI image NEW DELHI: Godrej Properties (GPL) has successfully acquired a 23.2-acre (93,905 sq meters) residential land parcel in Greater Noida’s DMIC integrated township through an e-auction overseen by DMIC Integrated Industrial Township Greater Noida. The company intends to develop a residential housing project on the land, projected to generate revenue exceeding ₹7,000 crore. Recently, GPL partnered with Tata Projects for core and shell construction work across three upcoming projects located along Golf Course Road in Gurugram. The total contract value is around ₹1,100 crore. Published on Jun 1, 2026, at 08:12 AM IST Join a community of 2M+…