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Allahabad HC Orders Site Inspection of Noida Housing Dispute

NOIDA: In a legal dispute involving a developer and YEIDA, the Allahabad High Court has appointed a commissioner to assess and confirm the status of a contentious group housing plot in Sector 26. Justice Prakash Padia issued the order on Thursday, instructing advocate Gaurav Gautam to inspect the site on Monday (Sept 15) with support from the district magistrate, police commissioner, and YEIDA officials. The commissioner is required to submit a report in a sealed envelope by Sept 18, when the case will be reviewed again. This decision follows conflicting assertions about SDS Housing having received physical possession of the…

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Noida to Map Land and Water Bodies Along Expressway

NOIDA: The Noida Authority is set to conduct a comprehensive topographic survey across key areas of the city to assess land availability, delineate boundaries, and enhance its land bank for future sector development. The agency selection process is currently ongoing, with applications open until September 16. According to officials, this initiative will clarify the status of various land parcels, allowing for systematic and transparent planning of sector developments. “This study is crucial for guiding both current and future developments,” an official stated, noting that the survey will serve as a foundation for upcoming projects in the area. The survey will…

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HC Orders Noida to Provide Water to Wish Town Flats in 2 Weeks

Here’s a rewritten version of the provided content: — NOIDA: The Allahabad High Court has mandated the Noida Authority to grant water connections to Wish Town within two weeks, contingent upon Jaypee Infratech Limited (JIL) providing a renewable bank guarantee of Rs 60 crore. This ruling, issued on Thursday by a division bench consisting of Justices Shekhar B Saraf and Praveen Kumar Giri, also imposed a stay on recovering Rs 23 crore in disputed charges until the next hearing. The bench was addressing a writ petition from JIL that contested the Authority’s demand for external development charges linked to the…

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STP Closure: Greater Noida Fines 7 Builders ₹54 Lakh

NOIDA: The Greater Noida Authority has imposed a penalty of ₹54 lakh on seven builders for failing to operate their Sewage Treatment Plants (STPs). Inspections revealed that untreated sewage was being unlawfully discharged into drains. Prerna Singh, additional CEO of the Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority (GNIDA), stated that the Authority is committed to ensuring 100% treatment and recycling of sewage generated in Greater Noida. “Following directions from CEO NG Ravi Kumar, STPs are being set up throughout Greater Noida and Greater Noida West. However, some builders have been neglecting their responsibility to treat sewage from their high-rise buildings, opting…

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Noida’s Ground Coverage Cap to Align with Major Bylaw Changes

NOIDA: The Uttar Pradesh government is set to eliminate limits on ground coverage and increase the Floor Area Ratio (FAR) for industrial, residential, and commercial projects. This initiative aims to facilitate both vertical and horizontal growth through the introduction of new uniform building bylaws for the Noida, Greater Noida, and YEIDA industrial development authorities. The aim is to simplify construction regulations, stimulate investment, and resolve ambiguities arising from varying rules across jurisdictions. The proposed regulations are informed by a comparative analysis of bylaws from states including Telangana, Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, and Odisha, along with best practices from Singapore, Japan,…

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Noida Authority to Demolish 60 Buildings, Flats Up to ₹65L

NOIDA: On Wednesday, the Noida Authority launched a demolition operation against illegal constructions in Salarpur Khadar village, where 39 developers are accused of erecting about 60 buildings across 24 plots. Many of these constructions are six to seven stories tall and marketed as 1BHK to 3BHK flats priced between Rs 30 lakh and Rs 65 lakh. A team of 50 officials, equipped with six earthmovers and tractor-trolleys, initiated the demolition process. Police were also deployed on-site for security. While officials began dismantling structures on certain identified plots, they faced delays when farmers presented court-issued stay orders. However, demolitions proceeded on…

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NCLAT Rules on Fraudulent Insolvency in Logix Infrastructure Case

NOIDA: The NCLAT has ruled that bankruptcy proceedings against Logix Infrastructure will not proceed, citing fraudulent misuse of insolvency law. The tribunal determined that the litigant, Experts Realty Professionals (ERP), and the Noida developer were “related parties,” and deemed the tribunal action as merely a facade to protect Logix from financial obligations. The NCLAT upheld the National Company Law Tribunal’s (NCLT) February 2025 order that annulled corporate insolvency actions against Logix Infrastructure, noted for the problematic Blossom County housing project located in Sector 137. In dismissing ERP’s petition against the NCLT ruling, Justice N Seshasayee (judicial member) and Arun Baroka…

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Height Limits Set for 20km Near Noida Airport; YEIDA to Revise Bylaws

Representative AI image NOIDA: The Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA) has initiated a revision of its building bylaws to align with the height restrictions outlined by the Airports Authority of India (AAI) for the 20km radius surrounding the Noida International Airport in Jewar. This official decision, taken during a board meeting on Saturday, is set to reshape the skyline for thousands intending to reside, work, or develop industries near one of India’s most ambitious aviation projects. YEIDA’s actions come shortly after the AAI unveiled its Colour-Coded Zoning Map (CCZM), which provides detailed guidelines on the maximum height permissible for…

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UP-RERA Resolves 50,000+ Complaints, Tops Grievance Redressal

NEW DELHI: The Uttar Pradesh Real Estate Regulatory Authority (UP-RERA) has successfully resolved 50,812 consumer complaints to date, which represents nearly 40% of all real estate grievances addressed nationwide. Since its establishment, UP-RERA has received 58,545 complaints under Section 31 of the RERA Act, accounting for 39% of the national total. With a disposal rate of 85.2%, the authority has become the primary platform for homebuyers seeking resolutions for issues related to possession delays, refunds, and interest payments. Sanjay Bhoosreddy, chairman of UP-RERA, stated that the disposal rate reflects the regulator’s commitment to timely justice and the accountability of promoters.…