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Vinod Rajput

Vinod Rajput

Vinod Rajput writes on environment, infrastructure, real estate and government policies in Noida and Greater Noida. He has reported on environment and infrastructure in Delhi, Gurgaon and Panchkula in the past.

Articles by Vinod Rajput

Boost for two key projects to ease Noida-Greater Noida Expressway woes

Officials said the twin initiatives – resurfacing a neglected arterial road and fast-tracking an elevated corridor – are designed to provide alternative routes and reduce mounting traffic pressure on the expressway. (HT Photos)

Updated on Apr 28, 2026 22:26 IST

Long delayed Chilla elevated road set to open by July 2027

Once completed, the elevated corridor – currently 47% done – is expected to significantly ease congestion from Mayur Vihar to the Mahamaya Flyover, offering a smoother transit route for commuters travelling between east Delhi to Noida, Greater Noida, and eventually to the Noida International Airport. (Sunil Ghosh/HT Photo)

Updated on Apr 28, 2026 24:44 IST

Greater Noida to set up 300 TPD compressed bio-gas plant at Astauli dumpsite

A 300 tonnes-per-day (TPD) waste-to-bio-CNG plant is already under development to process municipal waste into compressed biogas. This project will be ready by January, 2027, said officials. (HT Archive)

Updated on Apr 26, 2026 22:52 IST

Noida authority, UPSRTC to launch 50 e-buses on four routes

The authority said that the UPSRTC will operate the bus service and the authority will fund the viability gap, said officials (HT archive)

Updated on Apr 24, 2026 23:40 IST

Yeida marks 25 years with Ganga water plan, worker housing push

Ground-breaking ceremonies for 15 major companies in Yamuna City will be held in the next two months, said Yeida CEO. (HT archive)

Updated on Apr 24, 2026 23:16 IST

Noida’s Sector 145 dumping yard fire doused

Pradeep Kumar, chief fire safety officer of GB Nagar, confirmed the fire was doused on Thursday but said the exact cause of the incident is not yet known. (HT Photos)

Updated on Apr 24, 2026 01:52 IST

Four booked for unauthorised construction on airport land

RK Singh, chief executive officer, Yeida said, “We have directed the land department to take stern action, including FIRs and demolishing such structures.” (HT Archive)

Updated on Apr 23, 2026 02:32 IST

Women reservation to be a key factor in 2027: BJP chief

Speaking at a press briefing held in Noida’s Sector 70 , Chaudhary briefed media on the “Jan Aakrosh Mahila Abhiyan” campaign launched on Tuesday in Noida. (Sunil Ghosh/HT Photo)

Updated on Apr 23, 2026 02:30 IST

Noida: Metro commuters left in lurch amid skywalk delay

Commuters said commercial establishments, including restaurants near Sector 51 station, have effectively taken precedence over commuter convenience. (Sunil Ghosh/HT Photo)

Updated on Apr 21, 2026 23:46 IST

Safety concerns after height barrier on Dadri road collapses

“This is a main road, and thousands of motorists ply on this route. If the barrier collapses onto moving vehicles or pedestrians, it could lead to a serious accident. It needs to be replaced entirely, not just repaired,” said Amit Chauhan, another commuter. (Sunil Ghosh/HT Photo)

Updated on Apr 21, 2026 23:44 IST

Greater Noida allocates 673 spaces under street vendor policy

Other sectors include Xu-2 (70), Alpha-2 (47), Xu-3 (45), Omicron-1A (39), Gamma-2 (37) and Delta-3 (34). Beta-2 has been allocated five spaces, the lowest. (HT Archive)

Updated on Apr 21, 2026 01:52 IST

Noida releases draft of unified building by-laws

Officials said the suggestions or objections about the draft regulations, published online on the Noida authority portal, can either be submitted in person at Sector 6 office from 10 am to 5pm or mailed within next 15 days (till May 3). (HT archive)

Updated on Apr 20, 2026 24:46 IST

Workers’ protest forces Noida to scale down 50th Foundation Day celebrations

Leaders from the Samajwadi Party, Congress and the Communist Party of India (Marxist) tried to enter Noida on Friday to extend support to the protesting workers, but they were stopped at the borders (SUnil Ghosh/HT Photo)

Updated on Apr 18, 2026 04:01 IST

Yeida extends deadline for FinTech hub application

Envisioned as a world-class financial ecosystem, the hub will house core financial services, transaction processing centres, IT and digital services, and customer support operations, positioning the area as a major FinTech destination, said officials. (HT Archive)

Updated on Apr 17, 2026 24:40 IST

Miscommunication led to workers’ agitation, says UP industrial development commissioner

Workers seen during the protest in Noida Phase 2 Industrial Area on Tuesday. (Sunil Ghosh/HT)

Updated on Apr 14, 2026 22:58 IST

Factory workers protest: UP Police crackdown on misinformation

Police said two FIRs have been filed against two such social media accounts.

Updated on Apr 14, 2026 24:16 IST

Greater Noida authority launches scheme 24 industrial plots

Applicants can apply online through Nivesh Mitra portal or the Authority’s website. Last date to apply is May 12. (HT Archive)

Updated on Apr 12, 2026 23:30 IST

Greater Noida West: Stalled housing project to be revived

“We are committed to revive the long-stalled project, renewing hope and trust among thousands of homebuyers. Our focus is on quality execution and on-time delivery, ensuring that 2,064 families finally receive the keys to their homes,” said Nikhil Havelia, managing director, Havelia Group. (Representational image)

Updated on Apr 12, 2026 23:28 IST

Gr Noida authority to finalise agency to develop logistics park

The proposed facility will be developed on 174 acres, officials said (HT)

Updated on Apr 10, 2026 22:34 IST

Noida raises New Noida land rate to ₹4,300 per sqm to woo farmers

The DNGIR project will come up over 209 square kilometres across more than 80 villages — 60 in Bulandshahr and 20 in Gautam Budh Nagar — and will be developed in four phases. (HT Archive)

Updated on Apr 9, 2026 23:52 IST

Noida authority invites bids to finalise agency for ₹684-crore Habitat Centre project

This <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>684-crore project is proposed to be built on the Delhi-Noida border near Kalindi Kunj but was delayed first due to Covid pandemic and later due to fund issues, said authority officials. (Representative photo)

Updated on Apr 9, 2026 02:06 IST

Noida to rewrite 2015 building rules, ease map approvals in 81 villages

The move is aimed at bringing long unregulated village constructions into a formal framework, said officials. (HT Archive)

Updated on Apr 9, 2026 01:46 IST

Consortium of realtors working on plan for ‘Sports City’ projects

Dinesh Gupta, president of Confederation of Real Estate Developers Association of India (CREDAI)’s western UP chapter, said lifting bans on the remaining three projects will ensure their completion. (HT Photo)

Updated on Apr 7, 2026 23:42 IST

Noida: Ban on registries, map approvals for all ‘Sports City’ projects lifted

The move follows a Supreme Court order dated November 24, 2025, which approved a “comprehensive resolution” submitted by Noida regarding the Sports City Project being developed by Lotus Green Constructions Pvt Ltd at Plot SC-02, Sector 150. (Sunil Ghosh/HT Photo)

Updated on Apr 7, 2026 24:26 IST

West Asia conflict impact: Road works in Noida to see delay amid material shortage

In February, the authority had planned to complete the work by May-end since during the rainy season the construction work gets disrupted due to frequent rains, said officials. (HT Archive)

Updated on Apr 5, 2026 23:26 IST

Yeida launches housing scheme for 973 plots

Greater Noida, India-March 28, 2026:Following the inauguration of the Noida International Airport, residents of Jewar village toured the facility. As they exited, some were seen taking home standees of Narendra Modi displayed outside the airport, in Greater Noida, India, on Saturday, March 28, 2026. (Photo by Sunil Ghosh / Hindustan Times) (HT Photos)

Updated on Apr 5, 2026 23:24 IST

Noida to expand Yamuna Pushta road into 10 lane corridor for airport traffic

The authority is also developing Chilla elevated road and a link road from Mahamaya Flyover to Pushta road to ease traffic pressure, said officials. (Representative photo)

Updated on Apr 4, 2026 08:04 IST

Noida to develop Centre of Excellence in Gautam Buddha University

While the university will manage the project, the Noida authority will fund it, said officials, adding that the GBU is being funded by the Noida authority since its inception in 2002 . (HT Archive)

Updated on Apr 3, 2026 01:00 IST

Noida authority, Yeida to mark foundation day by key launches

RK Singh, CEO of Yeida said, “Yeida will organise a three-day celebration in the Film City on Foundation Day. And the entire event’s schedule is being finalised.” (HT Archive)

Updated on Apr 2, 2026 02:22 IST

Insolvency professional suspended for 2 yrs for lapses in Supertech, Nobility cases

Hitesh Goel defended himself in a statement issued on Tuesday, noting that the order will take effect on April 29, 2026, and that the alleged deficiencies were procedural and timeline-related. (HT Archive)

Updated on Mar 31, 2026 21:56 IST

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