The Supreme Court has ordered the SIT investigating Noida land compensation irregularities to include former CEOs and senior officials in its probe. The investigation will examine alleged collusion between officials and beneficiaries over the past 10-15 years, focusing on misuse of power and transparency issues. Farmers who received higher compensation will not be penalised. The SIT has been given two more months to complete its work, which includes examining bank accounts and assets. The court also mandated accountability measures such as a chief vigilance officer and citizen advisory board.Read more

Dasnac has unveiled plans to invest about INR 2,000 crore in Dasnac Westminster, a new luxury residential project in Noida. Spread across a 1.94-acre corner plot, the development will feature 264 premium apartments designed with private lift lobbies, wellness-focused amenities and open views. With a total project cost of nearly INR 2,500 crore, the company positions this as a long-term commitment to Noida's growing high-end housing market. The project is already attracting interest from HNIs, NRIs and Gulf-based investors, driven by rising demand and improving local infrastructure. Construction timelines and approvals are being finalised, supported by Dasnac's established presence in Delhi-NCR.Read more

Smartworld Developers has decided to expand beyond Gurugram with a major entry into Noida through a mixed-use project planned on a newly acquired 6-acre land parcel in Sector 98. The company secured the plot for INR 414 crore through an auction and intends to invest about INR 2,000 crore in development. The project will include branded residences, high-street retail and serviced homes, and is expected to generate revenue of more than INR 3,000 crore. Smartworld, which recorded INR 6,400 crore in sales bookings last fiscal year, is also exploring a collaboration with a global brand for this project.Read more

Sikka Group has entered into a co-development agreement with Birla Estates to develop a housing project in Greater Noida, valued at nearly INR 1,600 crore. The upcoming project, planned on a 5-acre land parcel owned by Sikka Group, will see Birla Estates investing around INR 500 crore. The partnership comes at a time when the Greater Noida Development Authority has been permitting co-developers to revive delayed real estate ventures. The collaboration aims to enhance financial strength, credibility and execution capacity for the long-pending development.Read more

Apple is expanding its retail presence in India with the launch of its fifth store in Noida, located in DLF Mall of India and opening on December 11. The store features a peacock-inspired design, continuing a theme seen in Bengaluru and Pune outlets. Customers will have access to the latest Apple devices, including the iPhone 17 series, personalized support, and free creative sessions through Today at Apple. The new store reflects Apple's commitment to innovation, customer experience, and engagement in India's growing technology market.Read more

The Greater Noida Authority has finalised alignments for two major projects-the Multimodal Transport Hub (MMTH) at Bodaki and the Multimodal Logistics Hub (MMLH) at Dadri-aimed at strengthening regional mobility and freight connectivity. The 117-hectare MMTH will integrate metro, rail and bus terminals, linked by a 1.8 km elevated metro line from the Greater Noida Depot. It will serve long-distance trains to eastern India and provide commercial and transport infrastructure across two planned zones. The 311-hectare MMLH will directly connect to the Dedicated Freight Corridor via a 3 km rail spur, enabling faster cargo movement. Both projects form part of the Master Plan 2041 and are being developed with NICDC under the DMIC framework.Read more

UAE-based DAMAC Group has launched a Global Capability Centre (GCC) in Noida through its new shared-services arm, DAMAC Shared Services India (DSSI), to support its global operations. The Noida centre occupies about 22,622 sq ft of leased office space and will host over 250 employees. The company is also planning a second GCC in Pune, expected to be operational by 2026 with more than 100 staff. The twin hubs will handle essential business functions like finance, HR, operations, digital and commercial work, reflecting DAMAC's ambition to centralise global services in India.Read more

County Group has purchased a 5-acre land parcel in Noida's Sector 151 through a state-conducted auction for about INR 475 crore, according to people aware of the transaction. The developer intends to build a low-density residential project featuring only 226 units across more than 11 lakh sq ft of development area. The company has been expanding aggressively, having delivered over 40 lakh sq ft in 2024 and launched significant luxury projects earlier this year in Noida and Ghaziabad. Rising land values in Noida-Greater Noida, buoyed by strengthened infrastructure, continue to shape the region's real estate momentum.Read more

Noida International Airport (NIA) has signed a new agreement with the Uttar Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (UPSRTC) to introduce direct bus services to several important districts across western and central Uttar Pradesh. The planned network will connect the airport with Noida, Greater Noida, Agra, Aligarh, Mathura-Vrindavan, Hathras and other towns such as Bulandshahr, Hapur, Moradabad, Firozabad, Farrukhabad and Shikohabad. This partnership adds to NIA's earlier tie-ups with Haryana Roadways and the Uttarakhand Transport Corporation, forming a broader plan for strong public transport connectivity.Read more

Saya Piazza, Saya Group's flagship high-street mall in Jaypee Wishtown, Noida, has received its Occupancy Certificate, marking the project ready for handover. Spread across 2 lakh sq. ft., it features 1.5 lakh sq. ft. of premium retail, 50,000 sq. ft. of dining and entertainment zones, and nearly 350 shops including over 100 international brands. Positioned opposite the Jaypee Golf Course, the mall is set to become the township's first organised lifestyle hub. Leading brands are already starting fit-outs, with operations expected to begin soon.Read more

AU Real Estate has taken over the selling rights for Aspire Leisure Valley in Greater Noida West as part of an INR 1,069 crore transaction with NBCC, which also covers Aspire Centurion Park. The move follows the company's acquisition of selling rights for Aspire Silicon City earlier this year for INR 1,467.93 crore. The newly launched project has been introduced at an initial rate of INR 7,979 per sq. ft., offering spacious 3BHK homes and enhanced lifestyle amenities under the AUSI Life model. Strong connectivity, community spaces, and sustainability credentials further elevate its positioning.Read more

NBCC (India) Ltd has successfully sold 609 residential units in Greater Noida (West) through an e-auction, fetching INR 1,070 crore. The units come from the Aspire Leisure Valley and Aspire Centurian Park projects, part of the Supreme Court-directed initiative to complete stalled Amrapali projects. Delhi-based AU Real Estate acquired the selling rights, buying 462 units in Aspire Leisure Valley and 147 units in Aspire Centurian Park. The sale marks progress in delivering 38,000 flats to homebuyers, with AU Real Estate launching the project at INR 7,979 per sq ft for Aspire Leisure Valley.Read more

The Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority (GNIDA) has launched a major commercial property scheme, offering 37 plots worth a combined INR 3,604 crore through e-auction. Located in key sectors such as Sector 3, 10, 12, Ecotech-1 Extension and Ecotech-12, the plots come under two FAR categories: FAR-4 for large vertical developments like malls, hotels and office towers, and FAR-2 for smaller commercial uses. GNIDA has set strict conditions, including a ban on plot subdivision or amalgamation and a five-year project completion deadline. Reserve prices are substantial, with several plots valued between INR 91 crore and INR 216 crore. Strong investor interest is expected, supported by Greater Noida's improving connectivity and upcoming airport.Read more

Tata Projects has announced that the Noida International Airport in Jewar is close to becoming operational, with DGCA approvals still in process. CEO Vinayak Pai said the airport could start operations shortly. The company is expanding its portfolio in sectors such as semiconductors, solar panels, and data centres, aiming to maintain an order book of INR 40,000-43,000 crore. Despite a net loss of INR 751 crore last year due to Covid-era projects, older projects are being completed, and new ventures are expected to drive profitability in the coming year.Read more

The Noida Authority has suspended all non-essential construction works following the implementation of Stage III of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) by the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM). The decision came as air quality in several sectors of Noida reached the "severe" category, with AQI levels above 400. BS-III petrol and BS-IV diesel vehicles are now banned, while ready-mix concrete plants, stone crushers, and demolition works remain closed until further notice. Strict penalties will apply for non-compliance.Read more

The Noida International Airport at Jewar is poised to benefit from a multi-modal access network combining road, rail and bus links, according to the Government of Uttar Pradesh. The airport, already linked to the Yamuna Expressway, will also connect to the Delhi�Mumbai Expressway and the Eastern Peripheral Expressway. A detailed project report has been approved for a rail corridor and a new station on the high-speed Delhi�Varanasi line is being included. Bus and electric-bus services will link nearby cities and metro networks, while ride-hailing and car rental ties are in place. Phase 1 will be on 1,334 ha with one terminal and capacity for about 12 million passengers annually, developing over four phases to 5,000 ha and up to 300 million passengers one day.Read more

The Noida Authority has intensified its recovery drive against 22 residential projects that collectively owe around INR 5,560 crore, impacting nearly 9,750 homebuyers awaiting flat registrations. Under the state�s rehabilitation policy, developers could reduce dues to INR 4,260 crore by paying 25% upfront, but most have failed to comply. Of these, 12 projects partially paid their instalments, four made no payments, and six rejected the scheme entirely. The Authority has so far recovered only INR 29 crore, prompting cancellation notices, sealing actions, and legal proceedings. With registrations stalled and strict enforcement underway, the move underscores a renewed focus on accountability and buyer protection in Noida�s real estate sector.Read more

The Uttar Pradesh government has approved the reservation of 46 posts under the 5th Battalion of the UPSSF, Saharanpur, to bolster security along the Noida-Greater Noida Metro corridor. The sanctioned positions include one assistant commandant, three sub-inspectors, six head constables, and 36 constables, who will be deployed across 21 metro stations. The decision, based on a proposal from the ADG (UPSSF), follows rising security demands at metro stations and adjoining transport hubs. The 5th Battalion already oversees duties at the RRTS corridor, Hindon Airport, and Saharanpur Airport. This deployment aims to enhance operational efficiency, staff welfare, and public safety while preparing for future transit-linked security needs.Read more

The Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA) has officially registered about 441 hectares of land from 18 villages in Jewar, which were earlier listed under 3,695 farmers. Despite compensation and residential plot allotments being provided earlier, the land records were not updated, allowing illegal sales, mortgaging, and cultivation. Officials said the updated registration aims to bring transparency, prevent fraud, and secure public land. The authority's step ends a years-long delay and strengthens its control over acquired land earmarked for infrastructure projects.Read more

The Uttar Pradesh Pollution Control Board (UPPCB) imposed fines totaling INR 20 lakh on two construction companies for breaching environmental rules. ISGEC Heavy Engineering Ltd and Express Infraway were found storing construction materials and loose soil without green net coverage or water sprinklers, causing dust pollution. The action follows National Green Tribunal directives, with the UPPCB verifying sites after complaints. These penalties highlight stricter enforcement of green norms, reminding construction firms to comply with environmental guidelines and reduce air pollution in urban areas.Read more