Author: Sharad Natani
The Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA) region is fast transforming into one of North India’s most promising industrial hubs, driven by the upcoming Noida International Airport and rapidly improving road connectivity. The surge in infrastructure development has significantly boosted investor confidence, drawing strong interest from both domestic and global companies. YEIDA officials say that while proposals for industrial investment are coming in directly and through government channels, the authority’s primary focus is on attracting large, well-known multinational companies. Once anchor companies establish operations in the region, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) are expected to follow organically, creating a complete…
In a decisive move to ease traffic congestion and restore pedestrian safety, the Ghaziabad administration has launched a renewed crackdown on illegal encroachment by street vendors across key markets and busy road corridors in the city. Civic authorities have observed that unchecked roadside vending has significantly narrowed roads, obstructed footpaths, and increased the risk of accidents, especially during peak hours. Acting on repeated complaints from residents and commuters, the district administration and municipal corporation have begun identifying unauthorised vendors operating beyond designated zones. Clear Footpaths, Smoother Traffic Officials said the drive aims to reclaim public spaces while ensuring smoother traffic…
As the festive and wedding season gains pace, the excise department has witnessed a sharp surge in demand for occasional party licences, issuing 176 permits within a short span. Officials say the trend reflects a growing preference among citizens to serve alcohol legally and responsibly at private events, rather than risking penalties and legal complications. What Are Occasional Party Licences? Occasional party licences are mandatory permissions required to serve liquor at private gatherings such as: ●Weddings and receptions ●Birthday and anniversary celebrations ●Corporate parties ●Social and private events These licences allow alcohol to be served for a limited duration and…
In a major step towards tackling the long-standing waste problem near the Noida–Greater Noida Expressway, the Noida Authority has invited fresh applications from agencies to clear the massive garbage dump located in Sector-145. The waste disposal work is expected to begin from February 2026, officials said. According to authority officials, a new tender has been issued, and interested agencies can submit their applications till January 8. The selected company will be required to set up a waste processing plant within one month of selection. 300 Tonnes of Waste to Be Processed Daily Under the project, the agency will install a…
In a significant administrative action, an FIR has been registered against a resident of Ahmedpur Choroli village for allegedly carrying out illegal construction on notified land earmarked for the expansion of Noida International Airport. The land falls under the jurisdiction of the Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA) and is part of the airport’s second-phase expansion plan. According to officials, the construction activity was being carried out after the government had already issued a formal land acquisition notification, making any form of buying, selling, or construction strictly illegal without prior approval from the authority. Despite repeated warnings, the accused allegedly…
Air pollution has once again tightened its grip on Delhi-NCR, with Noida and Ghaziabad slipping into the ‘severe’ air quality category on Saturday, triggering fresh health concerns for residents. A thick blanket of smog, coupled with dense fog and sluggish winds, pushed pollution levels sharply higher within just 24 hours. According to data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), Noida recorded the worst air quality in the country, with its Air Quality Index (AQI) soaring to 409, up from 376 on Friday. This sudden deterioration came after a brief spell of relief earlier in the week, when air quality…