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UP Limits E-Registration to Select Categories After Deed Writer Strike

NOIDA: Following a recent strike by deed writers in Greater Noida who claimed that the state’s e-registration initiative threatened their jobs, the registration department has released an order clarifying that the online system will apply only to specific property transactions. On June 12, the state inspector general of registration clarified that e-registration was not introduced for all property documents, countering the widespread belief post the June 4 rollout announcement. The clarification arrives amidst protests from deed writers and document scribes, who fear that a fully digital registration process may render their services obsolete and result in job losses. Previously, the…

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New Noida Airport Impact: Rising Land Prices in Bulandshahr

NOIDA: Just a short distance of 52 km from Noida International Airport and 30 km from the proposed New Noida, Bulandshahr is set for a transformation it never anticipated. Landowners in the district are poised to benefit significantly as it is expected to be integrated into a sprawling industrial network that extends beyond Noida and Greater Noida. The key factor is the anticipated Dadri-Noida-Ghaziabad Investment Region, also known as New Noida, which encompasses 84 villages. Officially notified in October 2024, the project affects 63 villages in Bulandshahr and is strategically located just 30 km from both Noida and Ghaziabad, and…

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Helmets on in Golf View II, Noida: A Safety Trend

Representative AI image NOIDA: Helmets are no longer just for the road. In Golf View II, Sector 78, residents have started wearing helmets while walking, cycling, and even playing in their housing society, following incidents of falling plaster and concrete. This trend comes just days after a 46-year-old biker was killed in Greater Noida West when concrete fell from a high-rise and struck him. On Saturday, children rode their bicycles with helmets on, while residents took evening walks, prioritizing safety. Some even opted for basement paths over outdoor routes. The immediate catalyst was an incident two days prior, where a…

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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,…