News for 'Greater Noida'

Realty focus to shift from Noida to Lucknow

Realty focus to shift from Noida to Lucknow

Rediff.com7 Mar 2012

While Noida and Greater Noida, next to Delhi, had gained in prominence under Mayawati as the Uttar Pradesh chief minister, Lucknow would get the same treatment now, experts said after the results to the five state elections were announced.

Reliance Fresh stores in Noida

Reliance Fresh stores in Noida

Rediff.com29 Jan 2007

Reliance Retail on Monday ushered in a new retail culture in the national capital region by opening nine western-style food stores as it hopes to become the preferred supplier of push-cart vendors and kirana stores.

SSB suspends 2 jawans who let Seema Haider into India

SSB suspends 2 jawans who let Seema Haider into India

Rediff.com4 Aug 2023

The SSB inspector and the jawan have been suspended, pending a full inquiry.

Wipro wants more land in Noida

Wipro wants more land in Noida

Rediff.com4 Jan 2005

Wipro has already bought a 40 acre plot of land in Greater Noida and is looking for an additional 100 acres.

Auto Expo moves to Noida

Auto Expo moves to Noida

Rediff.com11 Dec 2012

The move is to avoid a clash with the Detroit Auto Show and unavailability of Pragati Maidan.

An India-Pakistan love story, brought to you by PUBG

An India-Pakistan love story, brought to you by PUBG

Rediff.com5 Jul 2023

Seema Ghulam Haider and Sachin Meena got in touch while playing PUBG in 2019 as a dramatic love story unfolded between the two living more than 1,300 km apart, in countries not too friendly to each other.

HC denotifies Noida extension land

HC denotifies Noida extension land

Rediff.com12 May 2011

In a major embarrassment to Mayawati government in Uttar Pradesh, the Allahabad High Court on Thursday set aside notifications issued for acquisition of more than 100 hectares of land in Gautam Buddh Nagar district for "planned industrial development" in Greater Noida.

Traffic hit as pro-agri law farmers gather in Noida

Traffic hit as pro-agri law farmers gather in Noida

Rediff.com24 Dec 2020

These farmers, belonging to various districts of western Uttar Pradesh, have come for the demonstration on the call of farmers' union Kisan Sena and want to go to Delhi to meet Union Agriculture Minister Narendra Singh Tomar, according to the outfit's conevnor Thakur Gauri Shankar Singh.

Rain adds to Afghanistan-NZ frustrations

Rain adds to Afghanistan-NZ frustrations

Rediff.com11 Sep 2024

Afghanistan are the hosts of the game.

CEO beaten to death in Noida

CEO beaten to death in Noida

Rediff.com22 Sep 2008

The chief executive officer of a company was on Monday beaten to death by a group of dismissed employees inside office premises after a meeting, called to resolve dispute between them and management, failed.

Vikram Rathour joins New Zealand coaching staff

Vikram Rathour joins New Zealand coaching staff

Rediff.com6 Sep 2024

While Herath has been appointed for Tests against Afghanistan and Sri Lanka as New Zealand's spin bowling coach, Rathour will be with the Kiwi side only for the contest against Afghanistan.

'There was panic in the streets': Syria returnees

'There was panic in the streets': Syria returnees

Rediff.com15 Dec 2024

A batch of Indian nationals, who returned to their homeland on Saturday after being evacuated from crisis-hit Syria, recalled the panic situation they faced in that country but praised the Indian Embassy there for being in 'constant touch' with them.

Top 8 housing mkts see 5% dip in sales in Q2

Top 8 housing mkts see 5% dip in sales in Q2

Rediff.com8 Oct 2024

Housing sales declined 5 per cent in the July-September quarter across the top eight cities due to a fall in new supply and sharp appreciation in prices, according to PropTiger. Real estate brokerage platform PropTiger.com, which is part of Australia's REA group that owns Housing.com, on Tuesday, released its report 'Real Insight' on India's residential market. A total of 96,544 units were sold in July-September, down 5 per cent from 1,01,221 units sold during the same period in 2023.

Concerned about farmers' plight in Noida: Rahul

Concerned about farmers' plight in Noida: Rahul

Rediff.com16 May 2011

Congress General Secretary Rahul Gandhi met Prime Minister Manmohan Singh in New Delhi on Monday evening to 'highlight the plight of farmers in Greater Noida.'

8 killed as bus rams into truck on Noida expressway

8 killed as bus rams into truck on Noida expressway

Rediff.com29 Mar 2019

The incident took place under Rabupura police station limits around 5 am. The bus belongs to Auraiya depot.

Noida CEO death: 136 arrested

Noida CEO death: 136 arrested

Rediff.com23 Sep 2008

One hundred thirty-six people were charged with rioting and murder in connection with the killing of the India head of the Italy based company, a senior police official said on Tuesday. Meanwhile, companies in the Greater Noida industrial area have increased the number of security guards following yesterday's incident.

Guess which was India's most polluted city in 2023? Hint: It's not Delhi

Guess which was India's most polluted city in 2023? Hint: It's not Delhi

Rediff.com10 Jan 2024

Byrnihat in Meghalaya topped the list of most polluted cities in India in 2023, closely followed by Begusarai in Bihar and Greater Noida in Uttar Pradesh, according to a report released on Wednesday.

In Noida's mega industrial zone, even essential businesses struggle to open

In Noida's mega industrial zone, even essential businesses struggle to open

Rediff.com10 Apr 2020

Up to 95 per cent of units in the Noida-Greater Noida mega industrial zone are currently shut.

11-yr-old activist's phone snatched while recording live video in UP

11-yr-old activist's phone snatched while recording live video in UP

Rediff.com24 Oct 2022

The local police said they have lodged her complaint and started probe in the case.

G Noida buyers to get back all their money: Builders

G Noida buyers to get back all their money: Builders

Rediff.com14 Jul 2011

Private real estate developers whose projects at Greater Noida have been thrown into limbo by the Supreme Court's decision to quash the acquisition of land from farmers assured investors today that their money would be returned with interest if they want.

Average housing prices rise 13-33% in past 3 yrs

Average housing prices rise 13-33% in past 3 yrs

Rediff.com23 Nov 2023

Average housing prices have increased in the range of 13-33 per cent in the last three years across seven major cities on high demand, according to real estate consultant Anarock. Hyderabad's Gachibowli recorded the highest 33 per cent increase in average residential prices in the past three years. In Gachibowli, the average residential prices as of October 2023-end stood at Rs 6,355 per square feet as against Rs 4,790 per square feet in October 2020.

'Right now, only New Zealand is on our mind and nothing else'

'Right now, only New Zealand is on our mind and nothing else'

Rediff.com15 Oct 2024

The tourists will be without batsman Kane Williamson in Bengaluru after the former skipper opted out of the opener due to a groin injury, while paceman Ben Sears was ruled out of the series with a knee injury and replaced by Jacob Duffy.

Gr Noida could spoil Delhi airport's party

Gr Noida could spoil Delhi airport's party

Rediff.com31 Oct 2007

In fact, it is estimated that by 2026, over one-third of Delhi's total projected traffic (82.7 million) will be diverted to Greater Noida airport (28.4 million), and by 2036 when DIAL expects to handle nearly 100 million traffic, Greater Noida will attract 82.7 million passengers.

Noida farmers' stir: Rahul misquoted, says Congress

Noida farmers' stir: Rahul misquoted, says Congress

Rediff.com18 May 2011

With his comments on burnt bodies and rape of women in Greater Noida villages triggering a major controversy, the Congress on Wednesday initiated a damage- control exercise saying Rahul Gandhi did not say that 74 persons have been killed there.

'Which are the best MBA schools in Noida?'

'Which are the best MBA schools in Noida?'

Rediff.com21 Mar 2014

Harpreet Singh, President, JRE School of Management-Greater Noida offers guidance on how to pick the right business school.

Banks' exposure in Noida Extn up to Rs 1,200 cr

Banks' exposure in Noida Extn up to Rs 1,200 cr

Rediff.com21 Jul 2011

Banks and housing finance companies (HFCs) are trying to figure out their exposure to real estate projects in Noida Extension, which have come under cloud after courts cancelled land acquisition in several villages by Greater Noida authorities.

Ahead of polls, babu-turned-Modi aide AK Sharma to focus on western UP

Ahead of polls, babu-turned-Modi aide AK Sharma to focus on western UP

Rediff.com8 Sep 2021

The Bharatiya Janata Party's Uttar Pradesh vice president Arvind Kumar Sharma will be reaching out to residents of western UP with public meetings in Noida, Greater Noida and Bulandshahr from Friday.

Opposition slams govt over Noida namaz diktat, BJP hits back

Opposition slams govt over Noida namaz diktat, BJP hits back

Rediff.com26 Dec 2018

The BJP also defended the order saying the primary duty of police of any place is to maintain communal harmony so that there is no law and order issue.

Strong tremors felt in north India after 6.4-magnitude quake jolts Nepal

Strong tremors felt in north India after 6.4-magnitude quake jolts Nepal

Rediff.com4 Nov 2023

The latest earthquake was also felt in parts of Noida and Greater Noida, adjoining Delhi, prompting several people living in high-rises to rush out of their buildings.

Williamson reveals his favourite among cricket's elite

Williamson reveals his favourite among cricket's elite

Rediff.com7 Sep 2024

The Kiwi star showered praise on Root for the phenomenal display he has produced on the crease. He admitted that he is a fan of the Englishman and the other two members of the 'Fab Four', Virat Kohli and Steven Smith.

UP government orders probe into Noida firing

UP government orders probe into Noida firing

Rediff.com14 Aug 2008

The Uttar Pradesh government on Thursday ordered a judicial probe into the Greater Noida police firing on farmers, which claimed four lives, and increased the compensation of those killed in the incident."The decision of judicial probe has been taken on the directives of Chief Minister Mayawati," said Principal Secretary (Information) Vijay Shankar Pandey.The probe will be conducted by a retired high court judge.

Afghanistan coach blames 'freakish rain' for abandoned Test

Afghanistan coach blames 'freakish rain' for abandoned Test

Rediff.com13 Sep 2024

Afghanistan head coach Jonathan Trott acknowledged the ground staff's diligent efforts to prepare the pitch for the one-off Test against New Zealand in Greater Noida.

SC upholds land acquisition for Yamuna Expressway development

SC upholds land acquisition for Yamuna Expressway development

Rediff.com26 Nov 2024

In a significant verdict, the Supreme Court on Tuesday upheld the validity of land acquisition for the integrated development of the Yamuna Expressway and its adjoining areas in Gautam Budh Nagar, Uttar Pradesh.

The Indian connection behind Afghanistan's fab win over England

The Indian connection behind Afghanistan's fab win over England

Rediff.com16 Oct 2023

India's aid comes to mind as Afghanistan script famous win

HC orders return of acquired Noida land to farmers

HC orders return of acquired Noida land to farmers

Rediff.com19 Jul 2011

According to a court official, "The land was acquired for residential purposes in June 2008 in Patwari village under Dadri Tehsil of what is known as Gautam Budh Nagar district in the neighbourhood of the national capital New Delhi."

BJP alleges Maya's Rs 5,000 cr land scam in Noida

BJP alleges Maya's Rs 5,000 cr land scam in Noida

Rediff.com30 May 2011

The Uttar Pradesh wing of the Bharatiya Janata Party will call on state Governor B L Joshi on June 1 to demand a 'high-level enquiry' against the Mayawati government in connection with what they alleged was a 'Rs 5,000 crore land scam in Greater Noida.'

Snake venom case: Youtuber Elvish Yadav sent to 14-day jail

Snake venom case: Youtuber Elvish Yadav sent to 14-day jail

Rediff.com17 Mar 2024

Yadav was among six people named in an FIR lodged at Sector 49 police station in Noida on November 3 last year.

How Chhattisgarh cops were prevented from arresting TV anchor in UP

How Chhattisgarh cops were prevented from arresting TV anchor in UP

Rediff.com5 Jul 2022

The drama unfolded early in the morning as the Chhattisgarh Police came face to face with their counterparts from Ghaziabad and Noida, who, they claimed, prevented them from arresting Zee News anchor Rohit Ranjan despite an arrest warrant and court order against him.

Veteran journalist Shesh Narayan Singh dies of Covid

Veteran journalist Shesh Narayan Singh dies of Covid

Rediff.com7 May 2021

Veteran journalist Shesh Narayan Singh passed away on Friday while undergoing treatment for COVID-19 at a government hospital in Uttar Pradesh's Greater Noida, officials said.