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Uttar Pradesh Proposes 'Singapore City' Near Noida Airport; ₹775 Cr FDI Project Approved, Targets 75,000 Acre Land Bank

Uttar Pradesh government has proposed developing a dedicated 'Singapore City' and high-tech industrial township near the upcoming Noida International Airport at Jewar to attract global supply chain hubs. This follows investment commitments of nearly ₹60,000 crore secured during the CM's Singapore visit in February 2026, with a new ₹775 crore FDI project also approved, creating 1,880 jobs.

28 October 2026, Hindustan

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UP Approves 4 Link Expressways Worth ₹17,542 Crore to Boost Inter-Regional Connectivity via EPC Model
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27 October 2026
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Uttar Pradesh Approves State Livestock Mission (SLM) with ₹40,000 Subsidy per Cow, Targets Organized Livestock Economy
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27 October 2026
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Uttar Pradesh Minimum Wages Revised for Unskilled, Semi-Skilled, Skilled Workers by Rs 174-238, Effective 1 Oct 2026
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27 October 2026
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Uttar Pradesh Inland Water Transport Rules 2026: Registration Mandatory on 11 Rivers, ₹50 Fee Per Boat
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27 October 2026
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Uttar Pradesh's Proposed Age Verification Guidelines: 4 Documents Under RTE Rules to Prevent POCSO Act Misuse
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25 October 2026

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Q1
The land for the approved ₹775 crore Universal Packaging Hub falls under the jurisdiction of which industrial development authority?
Explanation: The article states that the project is in the YEIDA area, Sector 8D. YEIDA is responsible for planned industrial development along the Yamuna Expressway in Uttar Pradesh.
Q2
Which authority is the nodal agency for developing the newly approved link expressways in Uttar Pradesh?
Explanation: The article explicitly mentions that the projects will be developed by the Uttar Pradesh Expressways Industrial Development Authority (UPEIDA). NHAI handles national highways, while UPEIDA is the state body responsible for expressway development in UP.
Q3
The State Livestock Mission (SLM) recently approved in Uttar Pradesh falls under the administrative purview of which state department?
Explanation: The news article mentions the announcement was made by the Livestock and Dairy Development Minister, Dharmpal Singh, indicating the mission is under the Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying of the Uttar Pradesh government.
Q4
Which state department is responsible for implementing the minimum wage revision mentioned in the news?
Explanation: The article states that the Uttar Pradesh Labour Department has issued directives to establishments to ensure payment of revised minimum wages. Labor and wage-related matters typically fall under the purview of the state's Labour Department.
Q5
Which central Act is the newly approved Uttar Pradesh Inland Water Vessels Rules, 2026 aligned with?
Explanation: The article explicitly states that the Uttar Pradesh Inland Water Vessels Rules, 2026 have been prepared in accordance with the Inland Water Vessels Act, 2021. This is a central legislation providing a framework for inland water transport safety and regulation.
Q6
Which state government department is responsible for formulating the proposed guidelines on age verification for school admission as per the news?
Explanation: The article clearly states that the Additional Chief Secretary of the Basic Education Department, Uttar Pradesh, submitted the proposed guidelines before the Allahabad High Court. This department handles school education in the state.
Q7
Consider the following statements regarding the recent developments in Uttar Pradesh's investment plans:
1. 1.The state government has proposed developing a 'Singapore City' near the upcoming Kushinagar International Airport.
2. 2.Uttar Pradesh has an industrial land bank of more than 75,000 acres for investment.
3. 3.During the Chief Minister's Singapore visit in February 2026, investment commitments worth nearly ₹60,000 crore were secured.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q8
Consider the following statements regarding the newly approved link expressways in Uttar Pradesh:
1. 1.The total estimated cost of the four projects is approximately ₹17,542 crore.
2. 2.The construction will be undertaken under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model.
3. 3.The projects are expected to generate employment of about 760 lakh man-days.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Explanation: Statement 1 is correct as per the article. Statement 2 is incorrect; the article states the projects will be developed under the Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) method, not PPP. Statement 3 is correct as the article mentions an estimated 760 lakh man-days of employment generation.
Q9
Consider the following statements regarding the Uttar Pradesh State Livestock Mission (SLM):
1. 1.It is the first such mission approved by the state to organize the livestock economy.
2. 2.It provides a subsidy of ₹50,000 for the procurement of an advanced breed cow.
3. 3.The mission includes a sub-mission focused on digital innovation and traceability.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Explanation: Statement 1 is correct as the article states it is the first time the state has approved a State Livestock Mission. Statement 2 is incorrect; the subsidy is ₹40,000, not ₹50,000. Statement 3 is correct as one of the five sub-missions is 'Innovation and Digital Livestock'. Hence, option C is correct.
Q10
Consider the following statements regarding the minimum wage revision in Uttar Pradesh:
1. 1.The revision is based on the All India Consumer Price Index average of 431 points for the period January to June 2026.
2. 2.The revised wages are effective from 1 October 2026 and will remain applicable indefinitely.
3. 3.The highest increase in monthly wages is for skilled workers in Gautam Buddha Nagar and Ghaziabad districts.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Explanation: Statement 1 is correct as per the article. Statement 2 is incorrect because the revised wages are applicable until 31 March 2027, not indefinitely. Statement 3 is correct as the article mentions skilled workers in Gautam Buddha Nagar and Ghaziabad received an increase of Rs 238.39, which is the highest mentioned.

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