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Time of India
13 hours ago
- Time of India
'Neither had helmets on': How a midnight joyride on Rs 9-lakh Ducati Scrambler turned fatal for two young professionals in Noida
In Greater Noida West, a fatal accident occurred when a speeding Ducati Scrambler, carrying two young professionals, crashed into a construction pit near Char Murti roundabout. Ankur Singh and Kashish, neither wearing helmets, died after the bike rammed through a guardrail. NOIDA: A midnight joyride on a high-end Ducati Scrambler turned fatal for two young professionals in Greater Noida West on Tuesday when the speeding bike rammed through an iron guardrail and plunged into a 7-foot-deep pit dug up for an underpass project near the busy Char Murti roundabout. Neither was wearing a helmet. The victims, Ankur Singh (28) and his friend Kashish (25), had stepped out for a late-night spin. Singh picked her up from her flat in 14th Avenue society around 2.30am, just minutes before the crash. They were likely headed to his residence in Panchsheel Green 2, also in Noida Extension. Police said Singh, who was riding the Ducati, may have lost control at high speed. 'The bike smashed through the guardrail and fell into the pit. It appears both victims landed on construction machinery or debris inside, sustaining grievous injuries,' a senior Bisrakh police officer said. Sandbags placed behind the guardrail failed to absorb the impact. Both Ankur and Kashish were rushed to the District Hospital in Sector 39 but were declared dead on arrival. 'They were brought in with severe trauma. Neither had a helmet on,' said hospital CMS Dr Renu Aggarwal. The Ducati, a premium model worth around Rs 9 lakh, remained largely intact after the fall, police said. With no eyewitnesses at that hour, investigators are now scanning CCTV footage from nearby areas and examining the crash site to reconstruct events. Kashish's family was on its way from Allahabad by Tuesday evening, while Singh's relatives hadn't yet been contacted, police said. The spot where the accident occurred, Char Murti roundabout, also known as Gaur Chowk, is at the heart of a major infrastructure revamp in Greater Noida West. A 700-metre-long underpass is being built to ease congestion on the Taj Highway, connecting Gaur City to the Delhi-Meerut Expressway. Greater Noida Authority officials said diversion signage and metal barricades were already in place. 'It seems the vehicle was at high speed. We've directed immediate upgrades to the site — reflective tapes, better-lit zones and reinforced barriers. A coordination meeting with traffic police is also being scheduled to post night-time personnel,' said Prerna Singh, additional CEO of GNIDA. Experts say poor visibility, unbarricaded construction stretches and high-speed biking — often without protective gear — have led to a spike in road fatalities. UP alone saw 13,000 crashes and nearly 7,700 deaths between January and May this year. Noida accounted for 1,165 accidents and 462 deaths in 2023.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
GNIDA offers housing plots near Noida airport, one costs Rs 152cr
Noida: Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority (GNIDA) has unveiled a premium group housing plot scheme near the upcoming Noida International Airport, with the largest parcel commanding a reserve price of Rs 152 crore. The Authority has put three prime plots on the auction block through e-bidding — 18,215sqm in Sector Mu with a reserve price of Rs 97 crore, a 30,000sqm plot in Sigma III with a reserve price of Rs 152 crore, and a 3,999sqm land parcel in Alpha II with a base price of Rs 25 crore. Officials said these parcels were strategically located near the upcoming airport and offered excellent connectivity to both the eastern and western dedicated freight corridors, as well as the Noida and Yamuna expressways. The proximity to the airport in Jewar, which is likely to be operational soon, is expected to drive substantial demand for residential properties in the region. "Once the airport starts operations, it will significantly enhance regional and international connectivity, creating a housing demand from professionals in aviation, logistics, hospitality, and allied sectors who prefer living close to their workplace. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like She Found THIS Chat on Her Husband's Phone and Vanished Overnight medalmerit Learn More Undo That way, Greater Noida is an attractive proposition, offering more spacious and affordable living options compared to other Delhi-NCR localities," an official said. According to the scheme document, successful bidders must deposit 10% of the premium as earnest money with their applications. The remaining 90% should be paid within 90 days of receiving the allotment letter. The development timeline requires lessees to complete construction in keeping with the approved layout plan and obtain occupancy certificates in a maximum of five phases within seven years of executing the lease deed. The first phase must be completed within three years, failing which extension charges on pro-rata land will apply according to the prevailing policy. The scheme, launched on Friday, will accept registrations till July 4. Successful bidders will receive possession within 30 days of allotment.
Hindustan Times
6 days ago
- General
- Hindustan Times
Water reservoir cleaning drive in full swing in Gr Noida; to wrap up by July 6
The district administration is undertaking a comprehensive cleaning of all underground water reservoirs amid rising concerns over water quality and related health risks in Greater Noida, officials said on Friday. Of the city's 19 reservoirs, 14 have been cleaned so far, and the remaining five will be covered by July 6, according to a schedule issued by the water department. 'The cleaning of underground reservoirs is being carried out as per the pre-decided schedule. Water department officials have been instructed to ensure that the work is completed on time without compromising on hygiene standards,' said Prerna Singh, additional chief executive officer (ACEO), after inspecting progress on Thursday. To minimise disruption during cleaning, the Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority (GNIDA) has released a detailed sector-wise schedule and arranged for water supply through tankers where needed. Cleaning at Sector MU-1 EWS Society is ongoing from June 13 to 15. Sectors 36 and 37 will follow from June 17 to 19; Gamma I, Gamma II, Beta I, and Beta II from June 22 to 24; Alpha I and II from June 26 to 28; Delta I, II, and III from June 30 to July 2; and the Sports Complex between July 4 and 6. Residents have been informed in advance about low water pressure, and helplines (7983604110, 9811839456, 9873763995, 9899331572, 9654302913, 8130504019, 8377911380, 9871090100) are active for tanker requests. 'The cleaning schedule has also been uploaded to the authority's official website for public access,' added Singh. Sandeep Mehta, a resident of Gamma II, said, 'We have had complaints earlier of foul-smelling tap water during summers. This cleaning drive is reassuring.' However, Rajeev Thakur of Delta added, 'Advance intimation and better timing could have helped. Many residents are unaware of the tanker facility.' In parallel, GNIDA has launched a citywide overhead water tank cleaning drive. Starting in early June with Sigma IV, this phase-wise effort will run until July 10, covering Chi, Omega, Knowledge Park, Gamma, and other zones. Officials clarified that while underground reservoir cleaning is routine, overhead tanks—which directly serve households—are being cleaned systematically for the first time this year.
Time of India
11-06-2025
- General
- Time of India
NGOs to hold surveys, find how Greater Noida can be litter-free
Noida: In a renewed push to make the city litter free, the Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority (GNIDA) has floated a request for proposal (RFP) to appoint an NGO to lead key on-ground initiatives under the Swachh Survekshan. Authority officials said the selected NGO will undertake sanitation drives, waste management surveys, awareness campaigns and even behaviour change programmes to better disposal and management of garbage in the city. The RFP document states is to help Greater Noida achieve sanitation goals, such as open-defecation free (ODF), ODF+ (which includes sustainability and solid waste management), ODF++ (covering effective management of both solid and liquid waste), and water+ (focused on water conservation and quality) status. "The agency will conduct comprehensive surveys across the city, including slums, residential colonies, and industrial zones, to assess existing sanitation infrastructure and waste disposal practices. This will be followed by gap analysis and actionable recommendations," the document states. The NGO will also be responsible for the planning, execution, documentation, field monitoring, data analysis, and online reporting of all activities related to Swachh Survekshan. In addition, it will evaluate the demand for treated wastewater in industrial areas and maintain a detailed database.
Time of India
11-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Greater Noida: GNIDA wants waste pickup fee, RWAs say paid already
NOIDA : Greater Noida residents staged a walkout during a meeting with GNIDA, protesting newly proposed charges for garbage collection. The residents argued that they had already paid for such services through the one-time lease rent during property registration. In a meeting held by GNIDA's health department with representatives from RWAs on Monday, the authority informed residents about the proposed monthly charges for garbage collection. These charges were to range from Rs 80 for plots up to 200 square meters to Rs 150 for plots exceeding 500 square meters. However, residents voiced strong opposition, citing the poor state of waste management services in the city and their belief that the cleanliness of the area is the responsibility of the municipal body or GNIDA itself. The meeting, chaired by Chetram Singh, senior manager of GNIDA's health department, included RWAs from sectors such as Alpha 1 and 2, Beta 1 and 2, Gamma 1 and 2, and others. During the session, residents were informed of the new charges: Rs 80 per month for plots up to 200sqm, Rs 100 for plots between 200 and 300sqm, Rs 120 for plots between 300 and 500sqm, and Rs 150 per month for plots larger than 500sqm. Residents were quick to point out that they had already paid for waste collection services through the lease rent they had paid at the time of property registration. Nidhi Sharma, a resident of Sector Gamma 1, quipped, "When lease rent and transfer charges are being taken, why are additional user charges for waste collection being imposed?" Many residents condemned the proposal, viewing it as yet another financial burden. The walkout was also fueled by the longstanding issues with waste disposal in Greater Noida. According to multiple residents, the cleanliness situation in the city is dire, with poor service from the agency hired by GNIDA, Blue Planet. Residents also raised concerns over the poor waste collection practices. "Despite a tender worth 30-35 crores, urban sectors are not being cleaned properly," Bhati added. The residents also pointed to the outsourcing of waste collection to the private company Blue Planet, which, they claimed, had failed to meet expectations. Alok Singh, another resident of Greater Noida said, "Every time a problem is solved, it reappears the next day. The authorities have failed to deliver, and now they're asking for more money." In light of these protests, resident Alok Singh suggested that GNIDA form a dedicated city maintenance department (CMD), which would streamline waste management and other civic services
