Saya SouthX, the flagship high-street commercial project in Greater Noida West, is gearing up for a grand launch this Christmas with an exciting roster of international and national brands.

Occupying 70,000 sq. ft. of prime F&B space, the project will soon welcome a 7,250 sq. ft. McDonald’s flagship, the 10,000 sq. ft. Sunburn Café from Mumbai (marking its first NCR outlet), Badaami Restaurant, Castle’s Barbeque, and a 20,000 sq. ft. multi-cuisine food court.

Entertainment will be headlined by a three-screen Cinepolis multiplex and a 20,000 sq. ft. gaming arena by Funky Island & Blaaze. Additional anchor brands, a hypermarket, and over 1,00,000 sq. ft. of leading retail outlets will complete the experience.

Strategically located with three-side open frontage, Saya SouthX offers ample parking, high visibility, and access to a catchment area of over 5 lakh residents within a 3 km radius. The Occupancy Certificate (OC) process is already underway, with brand fit-outs commencing in the next fortnight.

"Saya SouthX is envisioned as a one-stop destination for shopping, dining, and entertainment in Greater Noida West," said Vikas Bhasin, MD, Saya Group. "With these global and national brands onboard, we are confident of delivering an unmatched visitor experience by Christmas".

Saya SouthX also integrates business hospitality with 336 units of BIZTOP Business Class Suites, to be managed by a leading hotel chain. The Saya Group is offering a limited-period investment window for the few remaining pre-leased retail spaces, ideal for investors seeking assured rental returns in a booming commercial market.

Alongside Saya SouthX, the group is also developing Saya Piazza in Sector 131, Jaypee Wish Town, Noida — a 1.72-acre project combining luxury retail, landscaped plazas, and curated dining zones.

About Saya Group:
With 25 years of experience in luxury real estate, Saya Group has delivered over 5.37 million sq. ft. of premium residential and commercial projects, including 2.37 million sq. ft. of high-street retail in Noida and Greater Noida West. From villas and high-rise residences to landmark retail hubs, the group is known for blending luxury, convenience, and design innovation.

 A massive cloudburst in Kishtwar district, Jammu & Kashmir, has claimed at least 30 lives near the Machail Mata yatra route. The disaster struck Chasoti, the last motorable village en route to the shrine, also affecting nearby Narang village. Authorities have suspended the annual yatra, and rescue operations are underway.

Nearly 98 people have been rescued so far from the flood-hit region. Two National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) teams, comprising around 180 personnel with modern rescue equipment, were deployed from Udhampur to assist in relief efforts.

Union Minister Jitendra Singh confirmed that the administration has swung into action, with immediate evaluation, rescue, and medical arrangements being made.

In response, the J&K administration, led by Omar Abdullah, has set up a control room in Paddar, approximately 15 km from the disaster site, to assist affected residents and pilgrims. Five officials are managing the control room, reachable at: 9858223125, 6006701934, 9797504078, 8492886895, 8493801381, and 7006463710. Additional contacts include the district control room (01995-259555, 9484217492) and the Kishtwar police control room (9906154100).

Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha expressed grief over the incident, extending condolences to bereaved families and directing Civil, Police, Army, NDRF, and SDRF officials to strengthen rescue and relief efforts.

This cloudburst marks the first major monsoon-related disaster in J&K this season. Similar extreme weather has affected Himachal Pradesh, where the monsoon has caused 126 deaths, 36 missing persons, over 300 road closures, and damages amounting to Rs 2,031 crore since June 20, 2025.

Authorities continue to urge the public to follow safety advisories and reach out to control rooms for timely updates and assistance.

 Abu Dhabi Airports has reported a 13.1 per cent increase in passenger traffic for the first half of 2025, welcoming 15.8 million travellers across its five-airport network. This growth marks the 17th consecutive quarter of double-digit passenger traffic expansion, reflecting the airport group’s pivotal role in economic growth and global connectivity.

Zayed International Airport (AUH) led the surge, handling 15.5 million passengers, up 13.2 per cent year-on-year. Total aircraft movements across the network reached 133,533, a 9.2 per cent increase, with AUH registering 93,858 movements, up 11.4 per cent.

Route expansion has been central to the growth strategy, with 16 new destinations added in H1 2025. Highlights include China Eastern Airlines’ Shanghai service, Air Seychelles’ six weekly flights, Fly Cham’s Damascus route, and IndiGo’s new connections from Madurai, Bhubaneswar, and Visakhapatnam, strengthening AUH as the airline’s most connected UAE hub.

Cargo volumes also rose 4.8 per cent, reaching 344,795 tonnes, supported by a joint venture with JD Property for a 70,000 sqm advanced logistics facility, catering to growing east-west e-commerce demand.

Elena Sorlini, Managing Director and CEO of Abu Dhabi Airports, said: “The first six months posed operational challenges, yet our results demonstrate the resilience of our network and collaborative partnerships. Delivering positive growth for 17 consecutive quarters reflects our operational agility and commitment to an exceptional aviation experience.”

Other milestones included:

• Completion of rehabilitation works at Sir Bani Yas Airport
  

• AUH receiving the 3 Pearl Estidama rating for construction
  

• Recognition as Best Airport at Arrivals Globally at the ACI ASQ Awards for the third consecutive year
  

• Collaboration with Bombardier at Al Bateen Executive Airport for a dedicated MRO facility
  

• Partnership with TAQA Distribution to explore next-generation utility technologies across airports
  

With sustained passenger growth, strategic infrastructure projects, and global partnerships, Abu Dhabi Airports continues to strengthen its position as a leading aviation hub, supporting the UAE’s broader economic diversification agenda.