Vinod Rajput writes on environment, infrastructure, real estate and government policies in Noida and Greater Noida. He has reported on environment and infrastructure in Delhi, Gurgaon and Panchkula in the past.
Articles by Vinod Rajput
Noida authority plans industrial sectors, eyes 25ha land
While Noida authority already has some of the land in its possession, the remaining will be bought from farmers, officials said
Published on Nov 28, 2024 06:28 AM IST
Vinod Rajput, Noida
Greater Noida to get new e-waste management plant
As part of its revenue model, Greater Noida authority plans to partially cover operational costs through the sale of recycled materials
Published on Nov 28, 2024 06:19 AM IST
Vinod Rajput, Greater Noida
Noida authority seeks EOW probe against reality project
The move comes after the authority realised that the realtor Logix Group has allegedly misused funds collected from the homebuyers
Updated on Nov 27, 2024 08:04 AM IST
Yeida finalises blueprint of development for New Agra
Yeida had prepared the draft master plan along with a consultant that conducted surveys of the socio-economic and structural framework of the region
Updated on Nov 26, 2024 07:14 AM IST
Noida spent only ₹3.4 cr on curbing air pollution, finds RTI
The revelation came following an RTI application seeking details about the penalty fund spent on taking steps to reduce the air pollution in the city
Updated on Nov 26, 2024 07:00 AM IST
Noida seeks agency for best use of terminal building in Sector 82
The authority built the terminal without consulting transporters, resulting in the terminal lying unused since 2021 due to lack of need
Updated on Nov 22, 2024 05:20 AM IST
Noida moves SC over ₹193cr dues for Lotus 300 project
In a September 27 order, the Supreme Court directed the Noida Authority to issue registry permissions to protect homebuyers’ interests
Updated on Nov 22, 2024 05:18 AM IST
Noida authority issues EOI to finalise operator for e-bus service
Once proposals are submitted, the successful bidder is expected to be finalised within two months, provided the process adheres to schedule
Published on Nov 21, 2024 09:16 AM IST
Vinod Rajput, Noida
Noida begins land survey in Bulandshahr
The Noida authority has decided to use the 2013 land Act provisions to begin land acquisition if the farmers refuse to sell the land directly, said officials
Updated on Nov 20, 2024 05:56 AM IST
Vinod Rajput, Noida
Noida authority plans to set up plant to recycle waste into ‘green charcoal’
Lokesh M, CEO of Noida authority, said that they are in the early stages of evaluating presentations from various agencies for the green charcoal project
Updated on Nov 18, 2024 06:34 AM IST
Noida authority releases its share of Jewar airport funds
The ₹486 crore released by Noida authority will be allocated toward rehabilitating farmers displaced during the second phase of land acquisition for the airport
Updated on Nov 18, 2024 06:38 AM IST
Greater Noida to hire agency to address waterlogging woes using censors and AI
In view of the perennial waterlogging complaints, the authority carried out a survey and identified at least 21 spots, where waterlogging is a grave issue for residents, and also regular commuters
Updated on Nov 16, 2024 05:42 AM IST
Vinod Rajput, Greater Noida
Noida Metro changes commercial space allotment policy to raise more funds
NMRC will be subleasing kiosk space on a “first come, first served” basis unlike the earlier system of allotting kiosks through the tendering process
Updated on Nov 14, 2024 06:12 AM IST
Vinod Rajput, Noida
Greater Noida issues recovery notices against three realtors; one pays dues
The authority last week issued recovery certificates against Elegant Ville Infracon having a project in Techzone-IV, Antriksh Valley with a project in Sector 1, and MSX Alpha Homes in Sector Alpha I
Updated on Nov 13, 2024 07:14 AM IST
Vinod Rajput, Greater Noida
Noida to spend ₹30L to catch monkeys, invites tender
The move came after multiple complaints were received from residential and other areas about monkey menace
Updated on Nov 13, 2024 07:10 AM IST
Greater Noida authority to use new tech to clean city drains
The ambitious project has a target to transform contaminated drains into cleaner waterways while supporting aquatic ecosystems
Updated on Nov 11, 2024 06:20 AM IST
NCR real estate news: Greater Noida issues tender for work on Master Plan 2041
A consultant will be hired and a detailed project report will be developed focusing on water, sewage and storm water drainage systems for the next 15-20 years
Updated on Nov 11, 2024 06:10 AM IST
Farmers’ rehabilitation to begin soon: Yeida
The process was set in motion in 2022, when the government identified these villages for the project and issued a preliminary notification for a social impact assessment (SIA) in September 2023
Updated on Nov 09, 2024 07:18 AM IST
Delhi-NCR real estate news: Yeida to launch plot scheme for religious buildings
The authority has fixed the rate of ₹10,000 per square metre for these plots to be allotted based on interview without e-auction process
Updated on Nov 09, 2024 06:52 AM IST
Tata and Noida airport sign two agreements for wind and solar power supply
Under this comprehensive power purchase agreement (PPA), TPTCL will supply 10.8MW of wind power for Noida airport, with secured assets from Tata Power Renewable Energy Limited (TPREL).
Updated on Nov 08, 2024 06:32 AM IST
Vinod Rajput, Greater Noida
Noida authority cancels allotment of seven plots after owners fail to clear dues
The move comes as the authority has started a campaign against financial defaulters on the instructions from the Uttar Pradesh government
Updated on Nov 08, 2024 05:58 AM IST
Vinod Rajput, Noida
Greater Noida elevated flyover to be ready by March 2025
UPSIDA plans to open a 400m elevated flyover by March 2025 in Greater Noida, easing traffic and improving access to industrial areas.
Updated on Nov 06, 2024 10:46 PM IST
Vinod Rajput, Noida
UP cabinet gives nod to semiconductor project: Yeida
The cabinet approved the establishment of semiconductor manufacturing units by Vamasundari (HCL Group) and Tarq (Hiranandani Group) near the airport site at Jewar on Monday
Updated on Nov 06, 2024 09:22 AM IST
GB Nagar: Farmers call off agitation over Jewar airport after assurances
Farmers, seeking better rehabilitation and settlement facilities against their land, said that in case the UP government fails to address their grievances, they will again agitate
Updated on Nov 05, 2024 06:06 AM IST
Unapproved construction after October 18 will be illegal in new Noida region: authority
The authority has begun a ground and aerial survey in this region to protect the land from unplanned development, officials added
Updated on Nov 05, 2024 05:56 AM IST
Vinod Rajput, Noida
Noida: With desilting work about to end, Ganga water supply to be restored from Monday
Due to a month-long cleaning work the Noida authority was not getting the Ganga water supply and using the ground water for their drinking usage in all residential areas of the city
Updated on Nov 04, 2024 05:56 AM IST
Noida: Property buyers object stamp duty fee on sale agreement
Buyers contend that the move is unjust and needs to be postponed instead of making it compulsory for property buyers to pay the fee in stamp duty
Updated on Nov 04, 2024 05:52 AM IST
Bhangel elevated road to open by Jan 31, 2025: CEO
Uttar Pradesh chief secretary Manoj Kumar Singh during a review last month had directed the authority to open this project by January 31 as the commuters face huge problems
Updated on Nov 02, 2024 05:30 AM IST
US firm seeks 1,200 acres near Noida airport to set up ‘American City’ project
Yeida chief executive officer Arun Vir Singh said the proposal has been granted in-principle approval
Updated on Oct 31, 2024 05:16 AM IST
Vinod Rajput, Greater Noida
Yeida to launch 821 residential plots scheme on Diwali
The applications for the scheme, mainly featuring smaller plots for buyers who want to build homes near the Noida airport, can be submitted till November 30
Updated on Oct 30, 2024 05:54 AM IST
Vinod Rajput, Greater Noida