A fire broke out on May 30 inside a flat in the posh high-rise Noida society of Lotus Boulevard Society in Sector 100, Uttar Pradesh. According to officials, the fire has been extinguished by Fire Safety officials, and no casualties have been reported. Videos circulating on social media show heavy smoke billowing from the apartment in one of the society’s residential towers.
The National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) has initiated the corporate insolvency resolution process (CIRP) against the ATS Knightsbridge project in Noida’s Sector 124. The move comes after the builder, ATS, allegedly defaulted on payments of Rs 285 crore and Rs 47 crore to its lenders. The NCLT has appointed an interim resolution professional to oversee the CIRP process and ensure that the project continues without disruption.
Over 1,450 families residing in Gardenia Glory Society in Noida Sector 46 have been facing difficulties in registering their flats due to the builder’s failure to execute sub-lease deeds. The builder also owes approximately Rs 650 crore to the Noida Authority, which has prevented the execution of registries despite the project receiving occupancy certificates in 2019. The homebuyers, who have fully paid for their flats, are feeling cheated and concerned about their investments. Many of them are senior citizens who fear that their dream of owning a home may never be fulfilled.
In preparation for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, liquor shops in Noida and Greater Noida will be closed for 48 hours. The shutdown will commence on Wednesday evening and continue until the end of voting on Friday. The decision has been made by the District Excise Officer Subodh Kumar Srivastava, who has emphasized strict enforcement, with violators facing legal repercussions.
In Gautam Buddh Nagar district, which includes Noida and Greater Noida, schools and colleges will be closed on Friday due to Lok Sabha elections. District Magistrate Manish Kumar Verma announced that all educational institutions will be shut on Friday but will resume operations on Saturday. Factories and industries have been directed to provide a paid holiday to their employees on Friday to enable them to exercise their voting rights. The decision was made based on feedback received from workers who faced difficulties in voting due to work commitments. The Gautam Buddh Nagar administration is also encouraging residents’ welfare associations (RWAs) and apartment owners’ associations (AOAs) to promote voter turnout. Associations that show improved voter participation will be recognized and appreciated.
Uttar Pradesh gangster and scrap metal mafia Ravindra Nagar alias Ravi Kana, along with his girlfriend Kajal Jha, have been detained in Thailand. The Noida Police, with the assistance of their Thai counterparts, apprehended the duo. Kana faces multiple charges, including kidnapping, theft, and extortion, and has been declared a fugitive under the Red Corner Notice. The police have seized assets worth over ₹ 120 crore belonging to Kana and his associates.
In preparation for the upcoming parliamentary elections in Gautam Buddh Nagar, all liquor stores in Noida and Greater Noida will be closed for 48 hours, starting from 6 pm on Wednesday, April 24th. This measure is being implemented to maintain law and order during the voting process and ensure a fair and peaceful election. Any violation of this order may result in severe legal consequences, including penalties or imprisonment.
Gautam Budh Nagar has emerged as the economic capital of Uttar Pradesh, driven by the development of Noida and the upcoming Jewar airport. The upcoming elections in the region will feature the incumbent BJP, led by Mahesh Sharma, facing challenges from the BSP, SP, and independent candidates. Key issues include the demands of farmers and land losers, delays in registry of flats, and ongoing development projects. Despite the challenges, BJP remains confident in retaining the seat due to its record of development and the presence of Rajput and Jat communities, who have traditionally supported the party.
Nazim, a 23-year-old man wanted for murder, was arrested near Noida after a gunfight with the police. The accused, who carried a reward of Rs 25,000 on his arrest, suffered injuries during the encounter and was taken to a hospital for treatment. Nazim and his associates had allegedly shot dead a liquor salesman on March 31. The incident took place near Ek Murti Chowk in the Bisrakh police station area, where the police had set up a checkpoint. When the accused, who was on a motorcycle, was gestured to stop for enquiry, he sped away while opening fire on the police team, leading to a chase and gunfight. Two other accused in the liquor salesman’s murder case have already been arrested, and further legal proceedings are underway, the police added.
