IndiGo's inaugural flight from Lucknow landed at Noida International Airport (NIA) on Monday, marking the airport's first inbound passengers. The flight carried 175 passengers, including 80 business executives, and was celebrated with a water cannon salute.
Commercial flight operations at Noida International Airport in Jewar are predicted to significantly boost real estate activity along the Yamuna Expressway. Experts anticipate stronger demand for residential, commercial, and office spaces, enhancing the region's investment appeal.
Noida International Airport in Jewar began commercial flight operations on Monday with an IndiGo flight from Lucknow. The inaugural flight carried local farmers who gave up land for the project. The airport aims to become an aerotropolis and ease traffic at Delhi's IGI Airport.
Noida International Airport has begun flight operations with its first IndiGo flight arriving from Lucknow and departing back. This marks a key step for regional air connectivity and economic development, aiming to integrate air travel with other transport modes.
Alleged toll dodgers caused chaos at the Luharli Toll Plaza in Greater Noida, India, by refusing to pay fees, breaking a barrier, and speeding away. They also allegedly assaulted staff. Police are investigating using CCTV footage.
YEIDA's Masterplan 2041 aims to develop a sustainable, efficient, and globally recognised region around the Yamuna Expressway, leveraging the upcoming Noida International Airport (Jewar Airport) with key projects including an Airport City, Medical Device Park, Olympic City, International Film City, Pod Taxi, Logistics Park, International Investment Zones, and a Heritage City in Mathura.
A 15.1 km corridor is being built to connect Jewar Airport to the Yamuna Expressway, improving access for Noida, Greater Noida, and nearby sectors. The project is part of the YEIDA master plan 2041.
Noida-based ThynkTech India OPC Pvt Ltd abruptly closed its Pune office, leaving over 500 engineers jobless. Employees allege the company collected a ₹15,000 laptop deposit and withheld salaries for two months. CEO Harshal Thakre has been detained as police investigate a financial loss of ₹11.25 lakh.
Homeownership costs are rising across India's National Capital Region (NCR). Noida's prices are surging due to a new airport, Gurugram has seen 15-75% increases in circle rates, and Delhi is proposing major revisions to align official rates with market values.
CNG prices have increased by Re 1 per kg, marking the third hike in less than 10 days, with rates now at Rs 81.09/kg in Delhi and Rs 89.70/kg in Noida/Ghaziabad. Petrol and diesel prices also saw hikes due to rising global crude oil prices.
The family of Deepika Nagar, 24, who died after falling from her in-laws' terrace in Greater Noida, has demanded a fast-track court trial. They allege dowry torture and murder. Police have arrested four, including her husband, and are searching for three others.
Deepika Nagar, 24, died with multiple injuries, with her family alleging dowry harassment and murder by in-laws. Her husband and father-in-law are arrested; five others abscond. Autopsy shows severe external and internal trauma, but cause of death is under investigation.
Medanta's new Noida hospital is expected to achieve cash positivity within 3-4 months, addressing recent margin dips. Established facilities are performing strongly, and the company plans significant bed expansion and new greenfield projects.
A 24-year-old woman died by suicide in Greater Noida, allegedly due to dowry harassment by her husband and in-laws. Police have arrested the husband and father-in-law. Separately, a 33-year-old Noida woman was found dead in Bhopal under suspicious circumstances, with her family alleging dowry harassment.
Family of a woman found dead in Bhopal protested, demanding a fresh post-mortem in Delhi. Police formed an SIT to investigate dowry harassment allegations against her husband and his mother, a former judge.
Rashid Khan and Mohammad Nabi visit former Afghanistan pacer Shapoor Zadran in a Greater Noida hospital where he's treated for Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis (HLH)
AERA sets UDF for Noida International Airport at Rs 490 for domestic and Rs 980 for international passengers for 2026-27 period
A 22-year-old woman's suspicious death in Greater Noida has led to an arrest. Monika Nagar, married for three months, allegedly died due to property disputes with her husband and in-laws. Her mother claims they attempted to burn her body and escape. Police are investigating, with the postmortem inconclusive.
Greater Noida property circle rates increased by 3.58%, aligning with the Cost Inflation Index. A new 37km road to the Ganga Expressway is also proposed to boost connectivity.
Noida International Airport will commence commercial flights on June 15, 2026, with IndiGo operating the inaugural flight. Located in Jewar, Uttar Pradesh, the new airport will serve the National Capital Region and north India, aiming to boost regional connectivity and ease pressure on Delhi's existing airport. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the facility following approval of the Aerodrome Security Programme by the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security. Akasa Air and Air India Express are expected to follow shortly after.
Noida International Airport (DXN) will begin commercial flight operations on June 15, 2026. IndiGo will launch the first service, with Akasa Air and Air India Express to follow, marking a significant expansion for aviation infrastructure in North India.
Noida International Airport at Jewar is expected to transform Faridabad's real estate market, which has historically lagged behind Gurgaon and Noida despite its strategic location. The airport will handle 12 million passengers annually in phase one, expanding to 70 million at full capacity. Developers including Omaxe, Bhumika Group, and BPTP are launching projects anticipating demand driven by improved connectivity via FNG Expressway, Greenfield Expressway, and DMIC. Apartment prices near the airport have nearly tripled from 2020-2025, with Faridabad expected to see similar appreciation.
