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Noida Authority to discuss lifting ban on Sector 150 Sports City development

Author : PNT Bureau
The Sports City project in Noida, Sector 150, was halted in 2021 after a Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) audit highlighted several issues with the land allotment process. The concerns raised by the CAG led to the suspension of the project, which has remained on hold since then. According to officials, the Noida Authority is now reviewing the project and considering its future progress. The Noida Authority plans to discuss it in an upcoming board meeting, where a final decision may be made on whether to lift the ban and resume work on the Sports City development project....
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Raipur Commissioner demands swift action on delayed sewage treatment plants and critical development projects

Author : PNT Bureau
The Commissioner of Raipur Municipal Corporation, Abinash Mishra, has expressed frustration with delays in the construction of three key Sewage Treatment Plants (STPs) and has directed the contracted agency to expedite the work. With trials scheduled for November and operations set to begin in December, Mishra has emphasised the urgency of these projects. He also instructed officials to closely monitor other critical developments, including the 24x7 water supply and market projects, ensuring they meet deadlines while maintaining quality and public convenience. The review meeting was attended by key officials overseeing these projects....
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DDA launches help desk for housing scheme 2024 to enhance customer support

Author : PNT Bureau
The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) has launched its Housing Scheme 2024, with a dedicated help desk set up at its head office, Vikas Sadan, to assist prospective flat buyers. This help desk, operating on weekdays from 10 am to 6 pm, will provide guidance on scheme details, eligibility, flat specifications, pricing, amenities, and registration processes. Following instructions from Delhi Lieutenant Governor V K Saxena, the DDA aims to offer a smooth and customer-friendly experience. The new housing schemes are available at various locations, including Narela, Dwarka, Siraspur, Ramgarh, Rohini, Loknayakpuram, and Jasola....
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Allahabad HC upholds landowners' plea, orders status quo in Noida demolition case

Author : PNT Bureau
The Allahabad High Court has directed the Noida Authority to maintain the status quo regarding a demolition notice in Wajidpur village until the petitioners' objections are resolved. The petitioners argue that the land was previously declared as abadi land and that the new notice could lead to eviction and demolition without considering their concerns. The court has instructed the Authority to address these objections within six weeks while ensuring all stakeholders are heard. This decision highlights ongoing conflicts over land use and authority jurisdiction in Noida's urban development efforts....
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Noida Authority to ask EOW to audit builders who rejected rehab deal

Author : PNT Bureau
The Noida Authority is considering reaching out to the Economic Offences Wing (EOW) regarding developers who have not utilised the UP-government's rehabilitation package for stalled residential projects. Of 57 defaulting projects, 22 have accepted the package, which provides a two-year zero-period relief from April 2020 to March 2022. The remaining 29 developers, owing about INR 6,900 crore, are ineligible for this relief. Following recent directives from CM Yogi Adityanath, disciplinary actions will be enforced against non-compliant developers. Currently, 28 projects have recalculated dues of INR 1,020 crore, while 29 non-compliant builders face dues of INR 6,900 crore....
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NMMC cracks down on illegal constructions in Karave Village, Belapur

Author : PNT Bureau
Despite issuing notices, individuals failed to address unauthorized constructions in Navi Mumbai's Belapur division, prompting the Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation's Encroachment Department to take decisive action. Under the directives of Commissioner Dr. Kailas Shinde and guided by Dr. Rahul Gethe, demolition operations were carried out against illegal structures at House No. 842 and House No. 841/4 in Karave Village. The property owners, Mr. Satish Tandel and Mr. Parasnath R. Yadav, had continued construction despite receiving notices under Section 54 of the Maharashtra Regional and Town Planning Act, 1966. Supervised by Assistant Commissioner Shashikant Tandel, the demolition campaign involved officials, staff, and police personnel, recovering INR 50,000/- from the owners. Future anti-encroachment efforts will be intensified....
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AISECT and UNICEF launch Passport to Earning (P2E) Program to boost employment

Author : PNT Bureau
AISECT and UNICEF have launched the Passport to Earning (P2E) program in Giridih, Jharkhand, aiming to equip women and youth with job-ready skills in digital literacy, financial literacy, entrepreneurship, and soft skills. The pilot phase successfully trained over 3,000 participants, with 1,800 women receiving targeted training and 162 securing jobs. Building on this success, the program will expand nationwide to reach 80,000 young people. Dr. Siddharth Chaturvedi of AISECT and Mr. Pallav Tiwari of UNICEF highlight the program's impact in promoting economic independence and aligning with the UN Sustainable Development Goals for inclusive growth and gender equality....
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NCDRC rules that homebuyers can seek refunds for missing promised amenities

Author : PNT Bureau
The National Consumer Dispute Redressal Commission (NCDRC) recently ruled that homebuyers are entitled to seek refunds if the amenities promised by builders are not provided at the time of possession. This verdict follows numerous cases where developers, in a rush to meet deadlines, handed over flats without completing advertised features such as clubs, gyms, and green spaces. The ruling came in response to a complaint from a buyer of M3M Woodshire in Gurgaon, who cited significant deficiencies in the project. The NCDRC emphasised that advertised amenities must be delivered, granting the buyer a refund with interest....
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Noida Authority proposes increase in FAR to 2.5 for industrial zones

Author : PNT Bureau
The Noida Authority is set to revise building regulations to tackle land shortages by increasing the Floor Area Ratio (FAR) from 2 to 2.5 in industrial sectors. This change, impacting plots on roads wider than 24 meters and smaller industrial sites, aims to optimize land use and support vertical growth. The new FAR regulations also extend to IT and IT-enabled services (ITES) plots. This initiative seeks to enhance industrial capacity and accommodate Noida's rapid development, balancing economic expansion with sustainable urban planning. Public feedback will shape the final amendments, marking a crucial step in Noida's growth strategy....
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Transit rent for Mumbai Metro 3 Project-Affected Persons soars 1,800% since 2017

Author : PNT Bureau
From 2017 to 2023, transit rent for 576 project-affected persons (PAPs) from Mumbai's Girgaon-Kalbadevi area has increased over 1,800%, from INR 2.38 crore to INR 46.39 crore. This sharp rise, attributed to escalating displacement and ongoing construction of the Metro 3 line (Aqua Line), has sparked debate about the project's management. The Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation (MMRC) defends the increase, citing annual rent hikes and the growing number of displaced residents. Meanwhile, the project's total cost has surged by 61% to INR 37,276 crore. Despite these issues, the metro line aims to improve city transport, with completion expected by 2026....
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