Uttar Pradesh

Planning a wedding or event? This UP district has helpline to prevent LPG shortage

Apr 04, 2026, 02:14 PM IST

Under the new system, residents planning weddings, religious ceremonies or other public functions can submit an application directly at their respective tehsil offices. Officials say this will make the process more convenient and reduce the need for people to visit district-level offices.

Gautam Adani meets Yogi Adityanath: Big investment push for Uttar Pradesh’s $1 trillion dream

Apr 03, 2026, 12:15 PM IST

Adani also outlined his group's role in supporting this expansion, indicating continued investments across multiple high-impact sectors.

Is pre-paid electricity meters now mandatory? Government explains the rules

Apr 02, 2026, 01:07 PM IST

Those who "take pride" in not paying their electricity bills would be required to switch to pre-paid meters, says the power minister

“Main Andhvishwas Nahi Maanta!”: CM Yogi Shocks On Noida ‘Curse’, Reveals 4 Lakh Buyers Crisis

Apr 02, 2026, 12:57 PM IST

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath addressed a long-standing superstition linked to Noida, stating that he does not believe in blind beliefs but respects faith. Breaking the myth that visiting Noida costs Chief Ministers their position, Yogi revealed the real issues he encountered during his visit. He highlighted the plight of nearly 4 lakh homebuyers stuck in delayed housing projects, with builders failing to deliver possession. Authorities themselves are burdened with massive debt, running into thousands of crores. Emphasizing governance over fear, Yogi said leadership must prioritize people’s problems over attachment to power.

Runway to riches: How Jewar Airport turned rural landowners, farmers into crorepatis

Mar 31, 2026, 08:00 AM IST

For several farmers, the compensation and the surge in nearby land values have turned what was once modest farmland into one of the most valuable real estate assets in the region.

Not all splurged: How Jewar farmers reinvested crores from Noida airport land deals

Mar 30, 2026, 01:12 PM IST

Even as large payouts - in some cases crossing Rs 10 crore - flowed into villages, many households avoided immediate extravagance.

PM Inaugurates Noida Airport In Jewar, Launches Attack On Congress SP Over Project Delay

Mar 30, 2026, 12:35 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated Phase 1 of the Noida International Airport in Jewar, marking a major boost to infrastructure and global connectivity in NCR. Touted as one of India’s largest aviation hubs, the airport is expected to ease Delhi’s air traffic and drive investment. However, the launch quickly turned political, with Modi accusing Congress and Samajwadi Party of delaying the project for years. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath echoed the criticism, blaming previous governments for stagnation. From long-standing delays to rapid execution, the Jewar airport is now positioned as a symbol of India’s accelerated development push.

‘A chopper & Thailand trip’: How ₹15 crore airport payout changed a farmer’s life

Mar 29, 2026, 03:05 PM IST

Across villages such as Banwari Bas and Kishorpur, compensation from land acquisition has brought sudden wealth and new sources of income, even as farming begins to decline.

PM Modi inaugurates Noida International Airport: What it means for Delhi-NCR flyers

Mar 28, 2026, 12:30 PM IST

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and several Union and state leaders attended the event.

High ATF tax in Delhi vs 1% in UP: Jewar airport launch sparks airline cost concerns

Mar 27, 2026, 10:07 PM IST

With the launch of the Jewar airport bringing the issue into focus, the difference in jet fuel taxes between Delhi and Uttar Pradesh has become a major concern for airlines. While Delhi imposes around 25% Value Added Tax (VAT) on Air Turbine Fuel (ATF), Uttar Pradesh charges only about 1%, creating a significant cost gap for carriers.

Jewar airport opening on March 28: What makes Noida International Airport special

Mar 27, 2026, 02:18 PM IST

The airport is being developed by Yamuna International Airport Private Limited (YIAPL), a wholly owned subsidiary of Zurich Airport International AG, in collaboration with the Government of Uttar Pradesh and the Government of India.