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In One Year, VinFast Went From a Whisper to a Roar in India's EV Market
On a morning in New Delhi, the Bharat Mobility Global Expo buzzed with the familiar hum of Indias automotive giants. Visitors wandered between displays of combustion engines and gleaming show cars, the kind of scene Delhi has hosted for decades. But in one corner of the hall, the crowd slowed. Two premium compact electric SUVs sat under the lights, the VF 6 and VF 7, their sharp V-shaped signatures glowing long before anyone registered the name on the stand. VinFast has quietly climbed into the ranks of Indias top electric vehicle brands VinFasts debut in India on Jan 17 of last year caught even veteran showgoers off guard. The company had brought right-hand drive versions tailored specifically for Indian consumers, a quiet signal that it was here with purpose, not testing the waters. Still, few in the hall recognized the badge. Amid the hum of announcements and clicking shutters, one visitor leaned toward a friend and asked, Who are these people? That question did not hang in the air for long. In the weeks that followed, a group of Indian journalists traveled to Vietnam to see where the cars came from. What they discovered in the northen city of Hai Phong reframed everything. I had no idea VinFast is such a big group , auto journalist Swati Agrawal recalled. I saw the factory, the manufacturing plant, and not only cars, even scooters, buses, electric buses. Everything is being manufactured in one place. Three lakh cars per year. This is not a small brand. Her reaction points to a deeper story. VinFasts sudden visibility in India is not merely an export push. It is the latest chapter in Vietnams own industrial transformation, one that has accelerated quickly enough to catch even Asias seasoned automotive observers off guard. A 400-Acre Factory From Nothing By the time the expo lights dimmed, the next act of VinFasts India story had already begun taking shape in Tamil Nadu months earlier. To choose a location for its plant, the company surveyed fifteen sites across six states. Tamil Nadu, with its manufacturing-ready infrastructure and active support for green mobility initiatives, rose to the top. What happened next showed how the brand like to act. And its right there in the name: Fast. In late February 2024, when the groundbreaking ceremony began on a sun soaked, low lying tract of land near Thoothukudi, the site was still empty. By Aug 4, 2025, it housed Indias newest electric vehicle factory, a 400-acre complex with body shop, paint shop, general assembly, logistics warehouse, and supplier-ready zones. We entered India with nothing , CEO Pham Sanh Chau said at the inauguration ceremony. No land. No factory. No team. The only thing we had was a deep resolve and a belief that this area could become a leading hub for electric vehicles and auto components in South Asia . He gestured to the plant behind him. In just fifteen months, we transformed this land into a modern, highly-automated factory . When the first VF 6 and VF 7 rolled out that morning, they were the first VinFast vehicles to be made-in-India, by the hands and minds of Indian people, for Indian customers. They are a symbol of the aspirations and resilience of the Indian people as they reach for a better, cleaner future , Chau said. The plant is expected to create 3,000-3,500 direct jobs and several thousand more across the supply chain as auxiliary partners move into the region. Suppliers have already expressed readiness to relocate workshops near the factory, a sign of confidence in Thoothukudis rise as an automotive production base. In parallel, VinFasts India team has moved quickly to build the retail and service backbone that can make or break an EV brand in this market. By end of 2025, the company had opened 35 dealerships, stretching from Delhi, Gurugram and Noida in the north to Mumbai, Pune, Chennai, Bengaluru, Kochi and Hyderabad. Yet the most unusual part of the ecosystem lies in aftersales support. VinFast partnered with RoadGrid, myTVS and Global Assure with the aim of creating a full-fledged third-party service centers before the first customer deliveries. Global Assure will operate a round the clock helpline, roadside assistance and mobile service. RoadGrid and myTVS will handle charging, maintenance and diagnostics, including support in areas where VinFast does not yet have a showroom. For a country where questions about EV service often outweigh questions about EV design, this infrastructure may prove decisive. Financing, long a barrier for EV adoption in India, has also been addressed through agreements with major banks including HDFC Bank, Yes Bank, Axis Bank, and others. These arrangements offer everything from dealer inventory financing to 100 percent on-road customer loans, with bank officers stationed directly in showrooms for simplified approval. This is how you support an EV transition , one banker at the Chennai showroom launch said. You do not just sell cars. You build systems . And in the months since customer deliveries began, VinFast has quietly climbed into the ranks of Indias top electric vehicle brands. Industry registration data shows the company already placing among the countrys top 10 EV brands, a notable shift for a name that was unfamiliar to most Indians at the start of the year. Its early momentum, built on steady deliveries and expanding visibility on the roads, has reinforced what many analysts have begun to observe. I love one thing about Vingroup , Swati says. They know what they are doing. And if they have a plant in India, people will think you are not going to just sell the product and leave . She adds, In India, if you give good price, good range, and good service, the customers are yours. Why this first year matters The rollout of Made-in-India VF 6 and VF 7 has already begun shifting industry perception. In April 2025, ABP Live named the VF 7 Most Awaited New Car, praising its design and advanced features. At the Jagran Hi-Tech Awards later in the year, VinFast was named EV Manufacturer of the Year, and the VF 7 won EV Disruptor of the Year. VinFast embodies the spirit of innovation and progress driving Indias EV transformation, said Jagrans auto editor Arjit Garg. He commented that the company has displayed a rare clarity of direction for a newcomer and a people-first vision that aligns with Indias long-term mobility goals. VinFasts long-term commitment became even more visible on Dec 4, 2025, when VinFast signed a new MOU with the Government of Tamil Nadu to expand its Thoothukudi facility by an additional 200 hectares. The second-phase investment will add production lines for electric buses, e-scooters and charging infrastructure, deepening localization and strengthening Indias emergence as a regional manufacturing hub. For many observers, the expansion underscored that the companys commitment runs far beyond its initial launch. With the factory inaugurated, dealerships opening, service networks activating and customers already booking, VinFast enters 2026 as a steady companion in Indias electric transition, intent on growing with the country. Indian visitors to Vietnam say the brands trajectory feels familiar yet refreshing. Piyush, a journalist and content creator, thinks back to the sight of VinFast cars filling Vietnams streets. I can imagine something similar happening in India, he says. Maybe after five or six years.
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Two youths, Basant Khatoo (22) and Rohan (20), died after their bike was hit by a Scorpio in Noida's Sector 37. Both residents of Nithari, they were returning from a friend's birthday celebration when the incident occurred. Police are investigating an alleged altercation prior to the crash, with the driver of the Scorpio having fled the scene.
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Noida 2025: Airport delays, metro hopes and old cases that shaped a year of anticipation
Year Ender 2025: Gautam Buddh Nagar experienced a significant year in 2025. The Noida International Airport faced further delays. Metro expansion and infrastructure projects like the Bhangel Flyover progressed. Court decisions on the Nithari killings and Dadri lynching cases garnered national attention. Environmental concerns and law and order issues also kept the district in the news. Greater Noida emerged as an exhibition hub.
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Property prices may stabilize in 2026
Gurugram property prices surged 150% since 2019. Other cities like Pune and Noida also saw significant growth. While transaction volumes dipped in 2025, sales value rose due to larger deal sizes. Wealthy buyers drove luxury housing demand. Affordability is set to improve for mid-income buyers in 2026, leading to broader growth.
NBCC sells 417 Amrapali flats in Noida, Greater Noida via auction for Rs 1,045 cr
NBCC (India) Ltd has successfully sold 417 homes in Noida and Greater Noida for Rs 1,045.4 crore through an e-auction. These sales are part of the Supreme Court-directed effort to complete stalled Amrapali Group projects. The company will receive a 1% marketing fee on the total sale value.
Noida horror: Speeding BMW SUV hits cyclist at high speed, man dies on spot
January 2026 promises a defining winter for Delhi-NCR. Expect persistent fog and cold mornings, impacting visibility and daily life. Daytime temperatures will remain near normal, though cloud cover may bring cooler afternoons. Nights will be cold, especially in the first two weeks. Rainfall will be limited. Air quality is expected to remain a concern due to prevailing weather conditions.
From Gurugram Homes to Noida Offices: NCR's Real Estate Story in 2025
Housing emerged as the defining force behind NCRs real estate recovery in 2025, setting the tone for a more measured and grounded market cycle. The year marked a clear shift towards end-userdriven demand, with homebuyers prioritising delivery certainty, livability and long-term value over speculative gains. NCR 2025: Connecting Luxury Living to Corporate Growth Gurugram remained NCRs housing anchor in 2025, driven by sustained end-user demand in the luxury and upper-mid segments. In H1 2025, Delhi-NCR recorded over 5,100 luxury home sales, with Gurugram contributing the bulk of premium transactions, underscoring its dominance at the top end. Demand stayed concentrated along infrastructure-led corridors such as the Dwarka Expressway, SPR, and Golf Course Road, as buyers favoured larger, amenity-rich and lower-density homes. Sandeep Chhillar, Founder & Chairman, Landmark Group , says, 2025 has been a remarkable year for the real estate sector, registering impressive growth numbers across the residential and commercial markets in key cities. Within NCR, Gurugram led the growth, particularly in the luxury housing and Grade-A office segments, benefiting from corridor-led developments along Golf Course Road, Golf Course Extension Road, Dwarka Expressway, and SPR. The city witnessed a steep hike in price appreciation alongside healthy leasing activity for Grade A office space, primarily led by GCCs. The coming year outlook remains positive for the market with sustained demand expected in well-planned micro-markets, continued institutional interest, and infrastructure-led expansion ." Shyamrup Roy Choudhury, Founder and Managing Director, Aura World , adds, In 2025, demand in Gurugram stayed strong without feeling overheated. Further, the RBIs total 125 basis points repo rate cut eased affordability pressures for buyers. More importantly, luxury homes today are being bought with a long-term mindset and not short-term gains. As we look toward 2026, that trend becomes even more relevant. With Indias economy expected to grow steadily, luxury housing will benefit from sustained wealth creation rather than cyclical spikes . Ashwinder R Singh, Chair, CII Real Estate; Vice Chair, BCD Group; Advisor, NAR-India , says, " 2025 was less about cyclical movement and more about structural transformation. It was not the peak of a cycle but a pivot from volume to value, speculation to purpose-driven development, and metro-led growth to regional diversification. Premiumisation overtook mass housing as aspirations reshaped demand and supply. Institutional capital remained committed but increasingly selective and disciplined. Indias real estate canvas diversified, with warehousing, data centres, senior housing, and integrated townships moving into the mainstream. The sector demonstrated resilience despite global headwinds such as interest-rate pressures and supply-chain disruptions. Finally, Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities began asserting themselves as the next growth frontiers. Based on 2025 trends and macro indicators, 2026 is likely to be defined by value-driven growth rather than sheer volume. Residential launches may slow in absolute numbers, but average ticket sizes are expected to rise as premium housing dominates supply. Affordable housing could remain under pressure unless supported by targeted policy interventions. Warehousing and industrial real estate are poised to remain the strongest growth engines, driven by manufacturing, logistics expansion, and infrastructure development across new corridors. The office sector is expected to stay in consolidation mode, with occupiers favouring high-quality Grade-A spaces over speculative supply. If guided by quality, clarity, and discipline, real estate can emerge as one of the foundational pillars of Indias growth story, leading up to 2030. " Sauarbh Saharan, Group Managing Director, HCBS Developments , says, The demand for luxury housing reached a new peak across NCR, making 2025 an exceptional year for the real estate sector. Improved infrastructure visibility and better access to Delhi played a critical role in this confidence, and corridors like Dwarka Expressway clearly benefited from that shift. The quality of enquiries also improved markedly this year. Heading into 2026, with wealth creation continuing and social infrastructure maturing, we expect these well-connected luxury corridors to remain stable, resilient and strongly preferred . Tier-II cities also emerge as aspirational housing destinations, supported by affordability and improving connectivity. Mohali, Chandigarh, Dehradun and Jaipur witnessed steady residential traction for lifestyle housing and plotted developments. Anarock data shows land transactions in H1 2025 has surpassed full-year 2024 levels, and Tier-II and Tier-III cities accounting for a larger share of overall land deals than Tier-I markets. Piyush Kansal, Executive Director of Royale Estate Group , says, In 2025, the Punjab real estate market demonstrated both resilience and maturity. Strong infrastructure momentum from enhanced connectivity around Mohali to expanding urbanisation in Tier-2 cities has underpinned steady residential and commercial demand, particularly in well-planned townships and mixed-use zones. NRI investments in cities like Amritsar surged significantly, reflecting growing confidence in premium and lifestyle properties. Although selective price corrections, such as those seen in Mohalis industrial land auctions, indicate a more calibrated investment landscape, overall fundamentals remain solid . Preksha Singh, CEO of Agrasheel Infratech , says, " One of the most important shifts in 2025 was how Tier-II cities began writing their own housing growth stories, rather than borrowing momentum from metros. Lucknow is a strong example. The city defies the trend with a 25% jump in the sale of residential units, led by the end-users, local businessmen, and professionals moving back to the city owing to the better quality of life on offer. This has ensured a balanced and healthy real estate cycle. Going into 2026, Tier-II cities are set for more growth, due to the economic stability, better connectivity, and the need for lifestyle-driven living options, away from the muddled traffic conditions of the metro cities ." While Gurugrams housing-led momentum set the residential tone for NCR in 2025, the regions commercial confidence found its strongest expression in NoidaGreater Noida with sustained demand from IT services, GCCs, data centres and manufacturing-linked occupiers. Viren Mehta, Founder & Director- Elite PRO Infra , says, " In 2025, Indian real estate shifted from reactive moves to a more structured and strategic approach. Buyers and occupiers became increasingly selective, focusing on location, long-term value, and operational efficiency. This shift led to certain micro-markets and asset classes outperforming others. Overall, the sector is showing signs of maturity, with greater stability and clearer opportunities for sustainable growth moving into 2026. Demand is now driven by quality and practicality rather than speculation, and stakeholders are making decisions with a long-term perspective. This evolution points to a healthier market where informed choices shape outcomes across segments ." Sanchit Bhutani, Managing Director, Group 108 , said, 2025 marks a clear inflection points for retail growth in the NoidaGreater Noida region. We saw strong interest from both global and domestic brands across well-performing and emerging retail destinations, with many actively establishing and expanding their presenceparticularly along the Noida Expressway. The upcoming Noida International Airport is acting as a significant catalyst, reshaping brand perspectives on catchment strength, connectivity, and long-term footfall potential. Consequently, we are seeing rising demand for strategically located, high-quality retail developments . As NCR moves ahead, 2025 stands out as a year that marked the regions transition into a more mature and clearly defined real estate phase. With housing-led stability anchored by end-user demand and commercial-led confidence reinforced by quality leasing, volatility across markets remained contained. Clearer role definition across Gurugram, NoidaGreater Noida and emerging Tier-II cities will continue bringing greater depth and resilience to the regions property cycle.
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Cold wave impact in Noida, Ghaziabad: Schools to stay shut till January 1 as fog worsens
Noida and Ghaziabad schools are shut until January 1 due to dense fog and extreme cold, a decision announced late Sunday night. This abrupt order caused confusion for parents and schools, with many institutions struggling to inform families in time. Some schools opened briefly or delayed closures, leaving parents scrambling.
CRPF jawan appeals to CM to trace missing son
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Gurugram, Noida and Beyond: How NCR's Real Estate Markets Found Their Footing in 2025
After a phase marked by volatility and uneven growth, 2025 emerged as a year of balance for NCRs real estate market. Instead of chasing short-lived peaks, the region experienced a more measured and role-driven performance, with individual markets beginning to capitalize on their inherent strengths. Gurugram and NoidaGreater Noida emerged as NCRs two strongest yet distinctly positioned markets in 2025, each anchoring the regions recovery in different ways. Delhi-NCRs real estate market in 2025 saw balanced growth, led by luxury demand in Gurugram and infrastructure-driven momentum in NoidaGreater Noida H1 2025 data showed Delhi-NCR recording over 5,100 luxury home sales, with Gurugram accounting for the bulk of premium transactions, driven largely by growing preference for lifestyle-led homes. In contrast, NoidaGreater Noida delivered steady, scale-led performance through the year, supported by progress on the Noida International Airport, expanding metro connectivity and the gradual maturation of industrial and IT corridors. Sahil Agrawal, CEO, Nimbus Group , says, As we close 2025, one reality stands out clearly- the environment is no longer a peripheral concern; it is the new luxury. Health and air quality must now sit at the core of urban planning and real estate development. Buyers are increasingly prioritising clean air, green spaces and overall well-being over purely aesthetic features. Looking into 2026, lowering AQI levels will require collective accountability. Developers have a responsibility to build healthier spaces with better ventilation, sustainable materials and increased green cover, while governments and citizens must actively support large-scale tree plantation and greener urban behaviour. If all stakeholders move in the same direction, we can create cities that are not just aspirational, but genuinely healthy and future-ready. Dr. Gautam Kanodia, Founder, KREEVA and Kanodia Group , says, " One of the clearest shifts we noticed in 2025 was how focused luxury buyers became about location within Gurugram. Instead of broad preferences, attention narrowed to specific micro-markets like SPR, New Gurugram, and others. These corridors are benefiting from tangible infrastructure upgrades, better connectivity, and the availability of larger, low-density luxury developments. Buyers and investors are seeking livability factors, access, future value, and community planning. Hence, luxury housing in Gurugram is becoming increasingly corridor-led. Going ahead, demand will continue to concentrate in these micro-markets, offering both lifestyle depth and long-term appreciation. " Umang Jindal, CEO, Homeland Group, says, We see Gurugram benefiting from a rare combination strong luxury housing demand, global connectivity, and visible infrastructure progress across key corridors. Buyer conversations this year were far more mature; families and investors are thinking long-term, evaluating livability, access and community planning rather than just pricing. But the real driver has been sustained wealth creation and employment growth. Ashwani Kumar, Pyramid Infratech , says, " The real estate sector in 2025 delivered a strong and sustained performance, with developing corridors leading the growth graph. The luxury segment, particularly in Gurugram, played a pivotal role, supported by evolving lifestyle preferences, higher disposable incomes, and a clear shift towards spacious, well-planned homes. Improved infrastructure has enhanced connectivity, making previously underserved areas more appealing to luxury buyers. NCRs real estate market witnessed an exceptional year in 2025, supported by healthy demand, significant price appreciation and new supply. These factors will continue to benefit the city's real estate market. " Prop Equity data showed a year-on-year rise in residential sales value across leading Tier-II cities in Q1 2025, reflecting sustained end-user and first-time investor participation. Together, these trends positioned Tier-II markets not merely as spillover destinations, but as complementary growth centres contributing meaningfully to NCRs evolving real estate cycle. Sehaj Chawla, Managing Director, TREVOC Group, says, As 2025 comes to a close, India's real estate sector reveals a highly growth-oriented market. Not only did metro cities and NCR record a massive demand for luxury residential spaces, but tier 2 cities also rose in prominence. 2026 will add further impetus to these developments, and tier 2 cities, especially ones close to the NCR, will share a significant portion of the growth. We also expect the RBI to maintain its pro-active stance, which will further bring down the interest rates and boost the sector. For investors, real estate, especially in emerging cities, will turn into prized assets. Complementing the residential recovery, commercial and retail real estate emerged as a key validation layer for NCRs growth in 2025. Harinder Singh Hora, Founder Chairman, Reach Group, says, 2025 marked a strong phase of expansion for Indias retail real estate, with Q3 emerging as a key inflection point as gross leasing touched nearly 3.2 million sq. ft. Both high-street and enclosed retail formats performed well, supported by rising demand for organised retail as consumers increasingly gravitate towards structured, experience-led destinations in well-connected urban catchments. The year also saw growing traction for mixed-use developments, where the integration of retail with office, residential, and hospitality components. Overall, retail performance is increasingly being defined by catchment depth, location advantage, visibility, design discipline, and tenant curation rather than format alone. " Pankaj Jain, Founder and Chairman, SPJ Group, says, " 2025 sharpened the industrys focus on where commercial retail demand is forming in Gurugram. Beyond established corridors, retail space demand gained traction in micro-markets where residential catchments have matured, but organized retail supply remains limited. Notably, pockets of Old Gurugramlong driven by dense, self-sustained neighbourhoodsre-emerged as strong consumption hubs as infrastructure upgrades, improved road connectivity, and renewed developer interest unlocked latent demand. These locations showed stronger leasing traction and rental stability because consumption was daily-need and lifestyle-led. The year reaffirmed that well-connected, infrastructure-ready micro-marketsincluding revitalized Old Gurugram zones alongside newer growth beltswill drive Gurugrams next wave of retail real estate expansion. " Azad Ahmad Lone, President, Business Development and Operations, Biigtech, says, In NCR, Noida and Greater Noida had one of their strongest commercial years in 2025. Average office rentals in the city have increased 18% between 2019 and 2025, benefiting from a combination of infrastructure readiness, improved connectivity and sustained demand from IT, data centres and manufacturing-linked occupiers. What stood out was the quality of leasing; occupiers were clear about efficiency, compliance and future scalability. As we move into 2026, NoidaGreater Noida is well-positioned to see steady, disciplined growth rather than a short-term spike. As NCR looks ahead, 2025 stands out as the year the region entered a more mature and clearly segmented phase of its real estate cycle. Together, Gurugram, Noida, and tier 2 markets now operate with sharper roles and clearer demand drivers, reducing volatility and improving depth across the region.
Indias coaching centres come under mental-health regulation: What changed, and why it matters
Noida administration is enforcing stricter rules for coaching centres. Student well-being is now a top priority. Institutions must ensure disciplined environments and adequate facilities. Trained counselors will be mandatory. CCTV cameras are required in all centres. This move follows national concerns about academic pressure and student suicides. Compliance is expected within 15 days.
Car Catches Fire On Noida-Greater Noida Expressway, Driver Escapes Unhurt | Video
A four-wheeler caught fire near Zero Point on the Noida-Greater Noida Expressway late on Sunday after smoke rose from its bonnet, forcing the driver to jump out and save his life.
An unsettling discovery has shaken Noida's Sector 142, where the lifeless body of an unidentified woman was found, bound and burned, in a refuse site. Local law enforcement is facing hurdles in identifying the young victim, likely in her early twenties, largely due to sparse surveillance in the isolated area.
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In a first, ground handling firm AISATS to use simulators for staff training
The company is already present in Bengaluru, Delhi, Hyderabad, Mangaluru, Ranchi, Raipur and Thiruvananthapuram. Additionally, it is developing a multi-modal cargo hub at Noida airport
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FIR Against Doctors After Surgical Cloth Found In Womans Abdomen 15 Months After C-Section
Police booked three doctors and three officials after a surgical cloth was found in a womans abdomen a year after C section delivery at a Greater Noida hospital.
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A National Green Tribunal-ordered inspection of Yamuna floodplains revealed large-scale violations by miners, including operating heavy machinery within the river's flow and exceeding legal lease boundaries. The joint committee's report highlighted administrative lapses and recommended urgent action against illegal mining and short-term leases.
A criminal case has been filed against three doctors and health officials after a nearly half-meter surgical cloth was found inside a woman's abdomen over a year after her delivery. The foreign object, left during a C-section in November 2023, caused persistent pain and complications before its removal in April. The woman's husband alleges negligence and threats during the investigation.
Cloth Left Inside Woman During Delivery At Greater Noida Hospital: Police
An FIR has been lodged against doctors of a private hospital in Greater Noida, besides senior health officials, after a women alleged that a half-metre-long surgical cloth had been left inside her abdomen during a delivery procedure in 2023.
Shankh Air to debut in Indian skies by first quarter of 2026
NEW DELHI: Shankh Air, the next airline to kickstart operations in the country, plans to make its debut in the first quarter of 2026. It will focus on domestic operations initially and plans to go international before the end of the decade. In an exclusive chat with The New Indian Express , Managing Director Shravan Kumar Vishwakarma expressed confidence about the financial position as well as operational capability of Shankh Air. We plan to operate five aircraft which we are purchasing from Bulgaria. Three Airbus A320 aircraft will reach us shortly and two A321 aircraft are expected to reach us by mid February. We are planning to begin the services in February 2026. However, if there is some delay due to paperwork formalities, it could get delayed a bit. By the first quarter of 2026, we will definitely be running our services, he said. The airline will first focus on operations inside Uttar Pradesh. Hastening to add that it cannot be treated as a small airline, he said, We have Airbus aircraft with us. We also plan to cover Lucknow to Delhi and Lucknow to Mumbai. After stabilising our domestic operations, we plan to go international by 2029, Vishwakarma said. New airlines that got green signal from Centre will struggle to offer competition, say experts The MD said that it was fully funded by its parent company Shankh Trading. We are on a sound footing financially. Our aircraft are on lease plus finance but they are being funded by external banks. Shankh Air has the requisite number of trained pilots at its disposal to start operations, he claimed. The airline will have its base in Noida and plans to have parking bays at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport. The airline will focus on bringing people who have never stepped into an aircraft to fly, he stressed. We plan to stand out by offering excellent service. We are confident of drawing the public to travel with us, he added. The prices of the tickets will be at the lower end. The target audience will be the middle class. We have no plans to hike our ticket fares, Vishwakarma stressed.
Class 10 Greater Noida Girl Dies By Suicide After Being Accused Of Using AI In Exam
The student's father has filed a police complaint, accusing the school authority of subjecting his daughter to mental harassment and humiliation.
Delhi Teen Crashes Rented Thar Into Several Vehicles While Trying To Avoid Family In Noida
While driving the rented SUV with his minor friend, the teenager spotted his parents in Noida's Sector 24 and attempted to reverse the car at high speed to avoid being seen.
A 16-year-old student tragically died by suicide after allegedly being reprimanded by teachers for using AI on her phone during pre-Board exams. Her father has filed a police complaint accusing the Greater Noida school of abetment to suicide. The school principal stated the student was informed of potential suspension for cheating, denying harassment.
Hyderabads CCMB helps Noida airport combat bird strikes with DNA tech
Hyderabad: The Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology (CCMB) in Hyderabad has provided training to officials from the upcoming Noida International Airport on using DNA barcoding technology to prevent bird strikes. CCMB scientist Dr. Ajay Gaur and his team recently conducted training sessions in Hyderabad, demonstrating how to collect and analyse bird droppings, feathers, and Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
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UP: Hauled up for using AI during exam, girl dies by suicide; father accuses school of abetment
A Class 10 student died by suicide after allegedly being reprimanded by teachers and the principal at a Greater Noida West school for using AI on her mobile phone during pre-Board exams. Her father has filed a police complaint accusing the school of abetment to suicide and mental harassment.
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1 held for duping US nationals, Rs 100 cr asset seized
NEW DELHI: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has arrested a key accused in a sophisticated call centre racket that defrauded US nationals of $15 million between November 2022 and April 2024, the agency said on Wednesday. The illegal call centres operated from Noida and Gurugram, and the accused, charged with money-laundering, has been identified as Chandra Prakash Gupta. Scammers used fake Microsoft security pop-ups to trick victims into calling fraudulent support numbers. Using remote access software like TeamViewer, the scammers gained control of victims computers, extracted banking credentials and coerced them to wire-transfer funds under false Federal Reserve protection claims, the ED said. The proceeds were laundered through Hong Kong accounts and cryptocurrencies. ED seized assets worth over `100 crore, including jewellery, vehicles, and luxury watches, with key accused still absconding, the agency said. Gupta had been absconding since July 2024, leading to the issuance of a non-bailable warrant against him. ED initiated investigation on the basis of a CBI FIR. Further investigation led ED to conduct searches on December 19 and 20 at 10 locations across the NCR, linked to the masterminds and associates of the scam.
The Manjhawali bridge road project linking Greater Noida and Faridabad will move ahead with foundation laying on December 26.
1st-yr engg student dies by suicide in Gr Noida hostel
Noida International Airport's operational readiness for March 31, 2026, will be assessed on Christmas. Key unfinished elements, including the perimeter wall and bomb disposal equipment certification, require resolution. The aviation ministry is also addressing the expat CEO's security clearance with the home ministry.
City shows caring side as chill hits most vulnerable
Delhi NCR weather Update: Are you planning to step out for Christmas in Delhi-NCR? If yes, then it is advisable to check the weather forecast by the IMD. The IMD has predicted clear skies for Delhi today and the air quality in the national capital has slightly improved too. In Noida and Gurugram too, there is no significant risk of weather.
A 19-year-old engineering student at Delhi Technical Campus allegedly died by suicide at a Greater Noida hostel on Tuesday evening. Hostel staff discovered the student hanging in his room after repeated attempts to contact him went unanswered. A suicide note found in the room reportedly cited academic pressure and mental stress as reasons for his death.
Unfinished wall, 'porous' passenger area, foreign CEO: What's delaying Noida airport inauguration?
Noida International Airport faces delays due to an unfinished perimeter wall and 'porous' passenger areas, raising security concerns. Bomb disposal equipment also awaits certification. A review by the aviation secretary will assess readiness, with a Christmas decision expected on its operational timeline. Foreign CEO clearance is also being addressed.
Sun and relief from gas chamber after 13 days
B Tech student from Gaya found dead in Noida hostel
Noida Airport Will Be Inaugurated In January 2026: UP CM Yogi Adityanath
Yogi Adityanath announced that Noida International Airport will open in January 2026 as Uttar Pradesh's fifth international airport.
Centre approves Rs 12K crore for Delhi Metros P-5A expansion, network to cross 400 km
NEW DELHI: The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved the expansion of Delhi Metros project 5-A at Rs 12,015 crore, covering about 16 kilometres on three routes. The expansion will have 13 stations, including 10 underground and three elevated. Briefing the media after the meeting of the Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Information and Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said that the three lines approved include Ramakrishna Ashram Marg to Indraprastha, Aerocity to Airport Terminal-1 and Tughlakabad to Kalindi Kunj, as the projects are scheduled to be completed within three years. There are 12 lines so far, and six new projects are already under construction to extend existing lines, Vaishnaw said, adding that with phase 5-A, Delhi Metro will cross 400 kilometres and will be among the top five in the world, catering to over 65 lakh commuters every day. The Minister said, Kalindi to Tughlakabad extension will give direct Gurugram connectivity to commuters from Noida and Faridabad... This will save a significant amount of time for commuters and will make a major difference in their lives. Vaishnav also said that Kartavya Bhawan would be connected better, for those who come to work from neighbouring States after completion of Ramakrishna Ashram Marg to the Indraprastha section. The corridor would also reduce Delhis traffic intensity and pollution, he said, adding that the corridor would connect the airport line with the Central Secretariat station and then to Indraprastha on the blue line. The Minister further noted, saying: All of us know how the Delhi Metro has positively transformed the lives of residents of Delhi and everyone who travels in and out of the city. With this expansion, a new chapter will be added to the Delhi Metro. He said that the Ramakrishna Ashram Marg to Indraprastha corridor will span 9.9 km at an estimated cost of Rs 9,570.4 crore, whereas the Aerocity to Airport Terminal-1 corridor will cover 2.3 km with a projected cost of Rs 1,419.6 crore. The Tughlakabad to Kalindi Kunj corridor will have a length of 3.9 km with an estimated cost of Rs 1,024.8 crore. The Phase-V (A) extensions of the Delhi Metro will expand connectivity in Central Delhi and the Domestic Airport area, reduce road congestion and help cut vehicular pollution, the government said in an official release. The extensions, which are going to be part of the Magenta Line and the Golden Line, are expected to improve access to key administrative and transport hubs while supporting economic activity in the national capital. According to the official release, the Delhi Metro currently handles an average of 65 lakh passenger journeys per day. The highest ridership recorded so far was 81.87 lakh passenger journeys on August 8, 2025. At present, the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation operates 12 metro lines spanning about 395 km with 289 stations across Delhi and the National Capital Region.
Christmas rush at Sec 18, malls, Noida traffic police issue advisory
Mummy, Don't Want To Waste Money: BTech Student Dies By Suicide In Noida
A first-year engineering student has died by suicide at a hostel in Greater Noida, leaving behind a note that says he did not want his parents to waste more money on his education.
Noida: Discom increases helpdesks to meet rising demand
The power department is increasing helpdesks in Noida and Ghaziabad. New facilities are opening to handle more consumer complaints. This expansion is part of a new urban restructuring plan. The department aims for better service and faster complaint resolution. Consumers can now track issues online. These changes will ensure readily available assistance for over 20 lakh consumers.
