Prime Minister Inaugurates Phase One Of Noida International Airport

31 Mar 2026 CW Team

The Prime Minister inaugurated phase one of Noida International Airport in Uttar Pradesh, and the English rendering of his address has been released by the Press Information Bureau. He outlined objectives including enhanced regional connectivity, faster movement of people and goods, and strengthened links with urban and industrial centres. He said the new facility would expand travel options and support balanced economic development across neighbouring districts.

The address described the airport as a catalyst for employment generation and local enterprise, noting the importance of infrastructure in creating livelihoods. It underlined priorities such as passenger convenience, safety standards and integration with existing road and rail networks. The speech also reflected an emphasis on modern planning and efficient operations to meet rising demand.

He acknowledged collaborative efforts between central and state agencies and called for continued coordination to ensure timely implementation of further phases. The Prime Minister highlighted that public investment in connectivity would attract private capital and promote industrial growth in the region. He urged authorities to maintain high standards of project management and environmental stewardship as development proceeds.

The English rendering of the address provides a full account of the remarks and the government view on infrastructural priorities for Uttar Pradesh. Officials said the inauguration of phase one marks a key milestone in the airport project and a step towards improved national air connectivity. The full official release is available on the government press portal for reference.

Products

20 Apr 2026

OrnaMatte Brings Premium Matte Finishes to Modern Interiors

Action TESA has introduced OrnaMatte, a curated range of 38 matte finishes designed for contemporary interior surfaces. The new offering combines premium aesthetics with practical performance, reflecting the growing demand for surface solutions that balance design appeal with durability. The company said matte finishes continue to gain popularity for their understated, elegant look across modern interiors. OrnaMatte features anti-fingerprint properties, a velvety satin feel, near-zero gloss and 3H scratch resistance, making it suitable for long-term use in residential and commercial spaces. ..

Vestian reports 36% drop in construction activity in Q1

Vestian reported a 36 per cent quarter-on-quarter decline in new office completions to 9.7 million sq ft in Q1 2026, marking the lowest level in the past four quarters amid the West Asia crisis.The slowdown was led by cities such as Bengaluru, Hyderabad and Mumbai, where developers adopted a cautious approach. Hyderabad saw the steepest drop, with completions falling 95 per cent to 0.3 million sq ft from 6.0 million sq ft in the previous quarter.Despite constrained supply, office absorption rose 20 per cent year-on-year to 21.53 million sq ft, driven by sustained demand from global capability ..

fäm Properties reports 95% sales in Dubai 2026 supply

Data from DXBinteract shows that 41,015 of 43,217 units due this year have already been sold. Across the 2026–2029 pipeline, 71.45 per cent of 426,182 units have been committed, indicating sustained absorption levels.The analysis highlights strong demand across leading developers, with several reporting near or full sell-outs. Emaar and Meraas have sold over 99 per cent of their 2026 inventory, while Dubai Holding and Meydan projects are fully sold.Commenting on the trend, Firas Al Msaddi, CEO, fam Properties, said, “Dubai continues to demonstrate a level of forward demand that is structur..