Supertech towers demolition: After test blasts, experts feel 'more explosive' would be needed
2 years, 8 months ago

Supertech towers demolition: After test blasts, experts feel 'more explosive' would be needed

India TV News  

Highlights Ahead of demolition of Supertech's twin towers next month, test blasts were carried out on Sunday. Ahead of the demolition of Supertech's twin towers here next month, test blasts were carried out at the site on Sunday to ascertain the amount of explosives that would be needed for razing the nearly 100-metre tall structures, officials said. The demolition of the Apex and Ceyane towers is scheduled for May 22 but after the Sunday test blasts, experts engaged in the job said the structures are "very solid" and they may have to use "more explosives" than what was estimated earlier to bring the buildings down. "A platoon of the Provincial Armed Constabulary was kept ready for the test blasts while over 50 police personnel of Gautam Buddh Nagar were also on duty at the time," the officer said.

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Super demolition: Supertech twin towers brought down
2 years, 3 months ago

Super demolition: Supertech twin towers brought down

Hindustan Times  

Illegally built Supertech twin towers were wiped from Noida’s skyline on Sunday in a crescendo of intrigue and apprehension of thousands who watched on, as the structures came crumbling down in a matter of 12 seconds after a series of controlled explosions around 2.30pm. The floors of the twin towers collapsed onto each other in what the authorities called a …

Supertech twin towers demolished: When will people be allowed to go home?
2 years, 3 months ago

Supertech twin towers demolished: When will people be allowed to go home?

Hindustan Times  

Shortly after the Supertech twin towers in Noida - one of the tallest structures in the country - were demolished pursuant to last year's Supreme Court order, a structural audit to check on the integrity of nearby buildings was underway. Noida civic body chief Ritu Maheshwari said initial inquiries revealed no damage but cautioned that a full report is still …

40-storey dream dashed to ground as Supertech Twin Towers brought down in 9 seconds
2 years, 3 months ago

40-storey dream dashed to ground as Supertech Twin Towers brought down in 9 seconds

India Today  

A project launched in the mid-2000s in Noida to build multiple luxury flats in two towers that were to rise taller than Delhi's iconic Qutb Minar became a cloud of dust in nine seconds on Sunday, August 28. The infamous Supertech Twin towers were demolished on Sunday afternoon, bringing to an end a long legal battle between residents and the …

BOOM! Noida Supertech twin towers gone in 9 seconds
2 years, 3 months ago

BOOM! Noida Supertech twin towers gone in 9 seconds

Live Mint  

The Supertech twin towers in Noida was razed to the ground at 2:30 pm on Sunday using a controlled implosion technique. Realty firm Supertech on Sunday said the twin towers set to be demolished this afternoon were constructed as per the building plan approved by Noida development authorities and no deviations were made. Realtor Supertech's statement an hour ahead of …

Noida Supertech twin towers razed to ground in seconds | Watch
2 years, 3 months ago

Noida Supertech twin towers razed to ground in seconds | Watch

Hindustan Times  

Noida Supertech twin towers demolition LIVE: Years of court battle, largely led by a group of senior citizens, against the builder and Noida authority has culminated with the demolition of Supertech twin towers. A final check of explosives and related arrangements were done before demolition agencies brought down the illegally constructed Supertech twin towers following Supreme Court's order. A final …

Supertech demolition: How an Emerald Court resident overslept during evacuation
2 years, 3 months ago

Supertech demolition: How an Emerald Court resident overslept during evacuation

Hindustan Times  

Amid the evacuation frenzy ahead of the demolition of Supertech’s twin towers in Noida on Sunday, a seven-member task force of the Emerald Court society entrusted with carrying out evacuation from the 660 flats faced a challenge- one of the residents dozed off inside the flat, unaware of the army of volunteers knocking at his door. Naresh Keswani, one of …

Twin Tower Demolition: Supertech Says No Deviation From Building Plan, Other Projects Won't Be Hit
2 years, 3 months ago

Twin Tower Demolition: Supertech Says No Deviation From Building Plan, Other Projects Won't Be Hit

News 18  

Ahead of the Noida Supertech twin towers demolition on Sunday, Supertech said it respects the orders of the Supreme Court and is committed to implementing the same. Supertech in a statement said, “The Twin Towers Apex and Ceyane in Noida are a part of the Emerald Court Project at Sector 93A constructed on land allotted by Noida Authority. However, the …

Thousands evacuated ahead of Supertech twin towers demolition: 10 points
2 years, 3 months ago

Thousands evacuated ahead of Supertech twin towers demolition: 10 points

Hindustan Times  

Thousands of residents have been evacuated from Noida’s Emerald Court Society in the last three days ahead of the much-anticipated demolition of the Supertech twin towers in the city near Delhi. Supertech Twin Towers Demolition: It would take just nine seconds to raze the towers. Here are ten points on the Supertech twin towers demolition: 1. On Friday, the Supreme …

Over 3,700 kilos of explosives to bring down the Supertech twin towers today
2 years, 3 months ago

Over 3,700 kilos of explosives to bring down the Supertech twin towers today

Hindustan Times  

A final check of explosives and related arrangements got underway on Saturday in Noida’s Sector 93A, where demolition agencies are all set to bring down the illegally constructed Supertech twin towers on Sunday afternoon. A Caution board installed in front of the Supertech Twin towers ahead of its demolition at Noida’s Sector 93A. Road diversions Diversions will come into effect …

What would be the aftermath of Supertech twin tower demolition
2 years, 3 months ago

What would be the aftermath of Supertech twin tower demolition

Hindustan Times  

Supertech's illegal twin towers which are taller than the Qutub Minar will be demolished today, however, the health impact of the resulting dust on residents will be minimal as experts overseeing the demolition will take steps to control the impact. A view of the Supertech's 40 storey illegal Twin Towers Apex & Ceyane all set for demolition, in Noida on …

In 12½ seconds, two of India’s high-rise apartment towers will become rubble
2 years, 3 months ago

In 12½ seconds, two of India’s high-rise apartment towers will become rubble

Live Mint  

The two high-rise towers that arose on the outskirts of India’s capital a decade ago were meant to be the first homes for some of the country’s upwardly mobile middle class. “This is going to be the largest building demolition in India," said Debi Prasanna Kanungo, a scientist with the government’s Central Building Research Institute, which is overseeing the event. …

Supertech twin towers set to be demolished tomorrow, final check ups on
2 years, 3 months ago

Supertech twin towers set to be demolished tomorrow, final check ups on

Hindustan Times  

The demolition of the Supertech twin towers in Noida in Uttar Pradesh will take place Sunday and final checks on the explosives and others arrangements are underway, news agency PTI said citing project officials. A view of Supertech Twin Tower ahead of its demolition at Sector 93A, in Noida, The demolition will take place at 2.30 pm. According to the …

Health dept set to tackle emergency situation after twin towers demolition
2 years, 3 months ago

Health dept set to tackle emergency situation after twin towers demolition

Hindustan Times  

As Supertech's illegal twin towers -- Apex and Ceyane -- are set to be demolished on Sunday afternoon, the Noida health department is preparing for any emergency situation that may arise in the aftermath of the razing down of India's tallest structures yet. Safe houses will be set up in JP Hospital, Felix Hospital and Yatharth Hospital along with the …

It's like a dream come true: Indian blaster who will push button to bring down Supertech towers
2 years, 3 months ago

It's like a dream come true: Indian blaster who will push button to bring down Supertech towers

India TV News  

Noida twin tower demolition: When the Supreme Court ordered the demolition of Supertech's twin towers in Noida in August last year, Chetan Dutta, a 49-year-old blaster, "prayed" for the opportunity to press the button to bring down the nearly 100-metre-tall structures. months later, in July, Edifice approached me and my firm for the loading of explosives," said Dutta, who runs …

Supertech twin towers demolition: Experts climb 32 floors without lift, prepare for D-day
2 years, 3 months ago

Supertech twin towers demolition: Experts climb 32 floors without lift, prepare for D-day

India Today  

Noida Supertech twin towers are all set to be demolished on August 28. The power supply to both the towers has been cut-off due to which the team of 6 experts are walking up and down the 32 floors of the building 2 to 3 times a day for preparation. The expert team of demolition company Edifice and Johannesburg examine …

3, 2, 1... BOOM! What will happen the day of Noida twin towers' demolition
2 years, 3 months ago

3, 2, 1... BOOM! What will happen the day of Noida twin towers' demolition

India Today  

With just three days to go for the demolition of Supertech’s twin towers in Noida’s Sector 93A, people living in residential complexes around the illegally constructed building are a worried lot. This is what D-Day will look like for residents of Emerald Court: 7 am: All residents to evacuate Emerald Court 7:10 am: Security to check every building 7:20 am: …

Supertech twin towers: Light, elevators to be shut; anxiety palpable as Noida prepares for massive demolition
2 years, 4 months ago

Supertech twin towers: Light, elevators to be shut; anxiety palpable as Noida prepares for massive demolition

India TV News  

Highlights The towers will be brought down to the ground at 2:30 pm Primarily, we have to evacuate by 7 am on August 28, RWA vice-president said We are expecting a no man's land by 12 pm, he further said Supertech twin towers: All arrangements for the demolition of Supertech's twin towers in Noida have been completed. The demolition of …

Noida Supertech Twin towers: Countdown for India's biggest demolition begins
2 years, 4 months ago

Noida Supertech Twin towers: Countdown for India's biggest demolition begins

Live Mint  

Noida Supertech Twin towers: Countdown for India's biggest demolition begins 5 Photos. Updated: 24 Aug 2022, 10:48 AM IST Share Via Noida Supertech twin towers are all set to be demolished on August 28. 1/5The Supreme Court had fixed August 28 for the demolition of Supertech's twin 40-storey towers in its Emerald project in Noida.Modern engineering, advanced technology and the …

Noida twin towers demolition: Supertech's illegal structures rigged with nearly 3,700 kgs of explosives
2 years, 4 months ago

Noida twin towers demolition: Supertech's illegal structures rigged with nearly 3,700 kgs of explosives

India TV News  

Highlights The demolition of Noida's twin towers has been scheduled for August 28 Of the 40 workers present at site for charging, only 10 would remain on August 28 The structures are scheduled for demolition in pursuance of a Supreme Court order Noida twin towers demolition: The rigging of both the illegal towers of Supertech in Noida with around 3,700 …

Supertech twin towers demolition: D-day on 28 August, details here
2 years, 4 months ago

Supertech twin towers demolition: D-day on 28 August, details here

Live Mint  

The demolition of Noida's Supertech twin tower is scheduled to take place on Sunday at 2:30 pm. The residents' group of the two adjoining societies – Emerald Court and ATS Villages – along with representatives of demolition firm Edifice Engineering, Noida Police, fire department, among others held a meeting to finalise the demolition plan. The demolition plan Officials from the …

Supertech twin towers demolition preparation on. Here's all you need to know
2 years, 4 months ago

Supertech twin towers demolition preparation on. Here's all you need to know

Hindustan Times  

The Supertech twin tower demolition in Noida - which has been in headlines- is set to take place on Sunday at 2:30 pm, for which the preparations are underway. The plan to demolish the towers was finalised in a meeting in the presence of members of the residents' group of the two adjoining societies – Emerald Court and ATS Villages …

2 weeks to go for Supertech twin tower demolition, 600 kg gunpowder deployed till today
2 years, 4 months ago

2 weeks to go for Supertech twin tower demolition, 600 kg gunpowder deployed till today

India Today  

Two days after the Supreme Court, on August 12, gave a nod to the demolition of Supertech twin towers on the Greater Noida expressway with explosives, about 600 kg of gunpowder has been deployed till Sunday to demolish the illegally built towers. The Supreme Court's bench comprising Justices DY Chandrachud and AS Bopanna gave their go-ahead to rig the structure …

Noida Twin Towers case: 325-kg explosives reach Supertech ahead of demolition on August 28
2 years, 4 months ago

Noida Twin Towers case: 325-kg explosives reach Supertech ahead of demolition on August 28

India TV News  

Highlights Around 325 kg of explosives was brought to Uttar Pradesh's Noida amid tight security today The explosives will be used in the August 28 demolition of Supertech twin 40-storey towers Noida Authority will need a total 3,700 kg of explosives to demolish both the towers of Supertech Noida Twin Towers demolition case : On August 13, around 325-kg of …

Supertech Twin Tower: Pre-Demolition Work Completed, Explosives to be Placed from Today
2 years, 4 months ago

Supertech Twin Tower: Pre-Demolition Work Completed, Explosives to be Placed from Today

News 18  

Pre-demolition work for the Supertech Emerald court project, popularly known as the Supertech twin towers, is 100 per cent complete, as per a new report. The Noida Authority had informed the Supreme Court that Supertech twin tower demolition work will be carried out on August 21 at 2:30 pm. In related news, the Supreme Court on Monday dismissed a plea …

Noida Supertech tower demolition: Rigging of explosives deferred; review meet on August 6
2 years, 4 months ago

Noida Supertech tower demolition: Rigging of explosives deferred; review meet on August 6

India TV News  

Highlights The demolition of the twin towers located in Sector 93A of Noida is scheduled for 2.30 pm on August SC's deadline for the demolition of the nearly 100-metre tall illegal structures is August 28 Over 3,500 kgs of explosives will be used to demolish the buildings Noida Supertech tower demolition: The process for rigging Supertech's twin towers with explosives …

Twin Towers demolition: Residents skeptical about safety measures; experts assure of utmost caution
2 years, 5 months ago

Twin Towers demolition: Residents skeptical about safety measures; experts assure of utmost caution

India Today  

Over 1500 families, who live in the nearby flats of the Supertech Twin Towers, are nervous and full of fear ahead of its proposed demolition. These towers are dangerously close to the nearby buildings, hence the demolition company is taking all possible precautions before executing the order. We have called a meeting on July 19 of all the stakeholders for …

Noida Supertech Twin Towers Case: SC Extends Deadline for Demolition; Know Why
2 years, 7 months ago

Noida Supertech Twin Towers Case: SC Extends Deadline for Demolition; Know Why

News 18  

The Supreme Court has agreed to extend the deadline till August 28 to demolish Supertech twin towers, after Edifice Engineering, the private firm contracted to bring down the buildings, requested the apex court for a three-month deferment from the original deadline of May 22, according to news agency ANI. The company said the letter of intent had been awarded to …

Supreme Court defers demolition of Supertech's Noida Twin Towers to August 28
2 years, 7 months ago

Supreme Court defers demolition of Supertech's Noida Twin Towers to August 28

India Today  

Property developer Supertech Ltd has petitioned the Supreme Court requesting directions to defer the demolition of the Noida Twin Towers by three months. The Supreme Court had ordered their demolition on August 31 last year as the twin towers had come up in violation of building norms. The demolition work on the Supertech's twin 40-storied towers in Noida’s Sector 93A …

Noida Supertech Twin Towers test blast today, residents advised to stay indoors
2 years, 8 months ago

Noida Supertech Twin Towers test blast today, residents advised to stay indoors

India Today  

Noida's illegally built Supertech Twin Towers are set to get demolished as the preparations are in full swing to raze down the residential society on Sunday. Noida authority has roped in Edifice Engineering and Jet Demolitions to carry out a test blast in the afternoon on April 10 and residents of nearby societies, including, Emerald Court and ATS Greens Village …

Supertech Twin Towers Demolition: Test Blast Sunday, Residents Advised To Stay Indoors
2 years, 8 months ago

Supertech Twin Towers Demolition: Test Blast Sunday, Residents Advised To Stay Indoors

ABP News  

New Delhi: Roped in by the Noida authority to demolish the illegally built Supertech twin towers, Edifice Engineering and Jet Demolitions will carry out a test blast Sunday afternoon. The test blast, as per an advisory issued by the firm, would be carried out at 2.30 p.m. on Sunday in the society in Noida’s Sector 93-A, PTI reported, In view …

Demolition test blast at Noida's Supertech twin tower; 5 kg explosives used
2 years, 8 months ago

Demolition test blast at Noida's Supertech twin tower; 5 kg explosives used

India TV News  

Highlights The test blast will ascertain the appropriate amount of explosives needed for the demolition In its August 31 judgment last year, the Supreme Court had ordered for the demolition of the towers Five minor blasts were undertaken on the 14th floor and the basement of the building today Supertech Twin Towers in Noida that are supposed to be decimated …

Supertech twin towers demolition: Test blast tomorrow, residents advised to stay indoors
2 years, 8 months ago

Supertech twin towers demolition: Test blast tomorrow, residents advised to stay indoors

India TV News  

Highlights Edifice Engineering will carry out test blast to demolish illegally built Supertech twin towers. Edifice Engineering and Jet Demolitions, which has been roped in by the Noida authority to demolish the illegally built Supertech twin towers, will carry out a test blast Sunday afternoon, and has asked residents of nearby societies to stay indoors during that period. The test …

4,000 kg explosives, 9 seconds: How Supertech twin towers will be razed to the ground on May 22
2 years, 9 months ago

4,000 kg explosives, 9 seconds: How Supertech twin towers will be razed to the ground on May 22

India TV News  

Highlights Illegal Supertech twin towers in Noida, Supertech's Apex and Ceyane, will be demolished on May 22 Supreme Court had ordered the demolition on August 31 last year Implosion to take just 9 seconds, 4,000kg explosives Noida twin-tower demolition: Illegal Supertech twin towers in Noida, Supertech's Apex and Ceyane, will be demolished on May 22 after the Supreme Court had …

Supertech Twin Towers Demolition Started; Will Be Over May 22: NOIDA Authority Informs Supreme Court
2 years, 9 months ago

Supertech Twin Towers Demolition Started; Will Be Over May 22: NOIDA Authority Informs Supreme Court

Live Law  

In connection with the Supertech Emerald Court project in Noida, the Supreme Court on Monday was informed by the NOIDA Authority that on or before May 22, the twin towers would stand demolished. On Monday, the bench of Justices D. Y. Chandrachud and Surya Kant was told by Senior Advocate Ravindra Kumar, for NOIDA, pursuant to the order of the …

Demolition of Supertech's twin towers in Noida: Expert Sharad B Sarwate explains how buildings are razed
3 years, 3 months ago

Demolition of Supertech's twin towers in Noida: Expert Sharad B Sarwate explains how buildings are razed

Firstpost  

The Supreme Court, on 31 August, ordered demolition of Supertech’s 40-storey twin towers in Noida within three months and that the builder would have to bear the expenses for the same. Vandana Ramnani spoke to India’s demolition expert Sharad B Sarwate to understand how a building is demolished. I had advised the Kerala government on how to demolish the 15-storey …

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