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The Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (IIMA) has published a case study examining the business model of The House of Abhinandan Lodha (HoABL), focusing on the company's digital-first approach to branded land development. Titled HoABL: Ready for Scaling Up, the case has been authored by IIMA Associate Professor of Marketing Sourav Borah and Dr Aparna Kansal of IMT Ghaziabad. It explores HoABL's strategy of creating a branded land category through technology, legal due diligence, design-led development and customer-focused operations. The case study will be used through the IIMA Case Centre for academic and executive education programmes to facilitate discussions on business model innovation, category creation and organisational growth.Read more
07 Aug 2026
The Indore district administration has demolished an illegally developed residential colony in Pipliya Rao village and reclaimed nearly two acres of government land valued at around INR 30 crore. The action was carried out as part of the administration's ongoing drive against illegal encroachments and unauthorised colonies. Officials found that the encroached land had been divided into residential and commercial plots without approvals, while an industrial unit was also operating on the site. The administration has urged homebuyers to verify land ownership and statutory approvals before purchasing plots.Read more
07 Aug 2026
Completion of the Chennai-Bengaluru Expressway has been delayed due to pending land acquisition on a 25.5-km stretch in Tamil Nadu, despite most sections of the corridor being ready. Ongoing legal proceedings in the Madras High Court have slowed acquisition of the remaining land, preventing the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) from completing the final link. Once operational, the access-controlled expressway is expected to significantly reduce travel time between Chennai and Bengaluru while improving freight movement and regional connectivity.Read more
07 Aug 2026
India needs to simplify land acquisition and address structural issues in land and capital markets to attract higher investments, according to NITI Aayog Vice Chairman Ashok Kumar Lahiri. Speaking at the NCAER India Policy Forum 2026, he said ease of doing business reforms have progressed but more work is needed at the grassroots level. He also highlighted the importance of domestic savings, public infrastructure spending and policy support in driving investment. Lahiri said India has the potential to achieve its Viksit Bharat 2047 goal if structural bottlenecks are removed and the country continues improving its investment environment.Read more
06 Aug 2026
The Telangana government has accelerated its investigation into alleged irregularities linked to the Dharani land records portal while initiating a comprehensive land survey across the state. Authorities will prioritise inquiries into disputed land transactions, unauthorised mutations and suspected encroachments through a fast-track mechanism. Alongside the investigation, the government plans to introduce a unique Bhudhar identification system and strengthen land record management under the Bhu Bharati framework, aiming to improve transparency, restore public confidence and prevent future instances of land fraud.Read more
06 Aug 2026
The Uttar Pradesh government has approved INR 943 crore as seed capital for land acquisition under the Ghaziabad Development Authority's (GDA) Harnandipuram township project. The funding will facilitate the purchase of land required for the proposed integrated urban development, which is expected to include residential, commercial and supporting infrastructure. The township forms part of the state's broader urban expansion strategy aimed at meeting rising housing demand, improving planned development and strengthening infrastructure in the National Capital Region.Read more
04 Aug 2026
The Kasarvadavli-Kharbhav Creek Bridge, being implemented by the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA), is facing land acquisition delays at both ends of the alignment. On the Kasarvadavli side, land is being acquired through Transfer of Development Rights involving private properties, while on the Kharbhav side, acquisition is being handled by district authorities. Coordination between multiple agencies is slowing the process, with the project potentially delayed by up to a year even as construction work over the creek has already begun. The bridge will provide a direct road link between Ghodbunder Road in Thane and State Highway 48 near Kharbhav.Read more
04 Aug 2026
Lodha Developers Ltd plans to generate nearly INR 10,000 crore over the next three to four years by monetising around 150 acres of land at its data centre park in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR). The company said the planned land sales form part of its long-term asset monetisation strategy and will help fund the expansion of its data centre business without increasing group leverage. Lodha currently owns around 660 acres within the data centre park, having already monetised approximately 130 acres in the first phase. The announcement comes as the developer reported record quarterly profitability and continued growth in residential sales, while also preparing to expand into the Delhi-NCR housing market.Read more
04 Aug 2026
The Karnataka government has announced that residential plots allotted by state housing boards and development authorities will be reclaimed if allottees fail to construct houses within five years of taking possession. The decision aims to curb speculative land holding, ensure faster utilisation of residential land and make housing plots available to genuine homebuyers. Authorities will also monitor implementation through periodic reviews, with the policy expected to improve land use efficiency, accelerate housing development and discourage long-term vacancy across state-allotted residential layouts.Read more
04 Aug 2026
A farming family from Penumaka village has voluntarily offered 5 acres of land under the Amaravati land pooling scheme for the development of Andhra Pradesh's capital city. The family submitted its consent documents to the Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authority (APCRDA) at its Rayapudi headquarters in the presence of senior officials. The move comes as the state government continues efforts to accelerate Amaravati's development through voluntary land pooling. The family also appealed to other landowners in the capital region to cooperate with the authorities during the ongoing land pooling process.Read more
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03 Aug 2026
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has barred Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd (ZEEL) from the securities market for two months and its Chairman Emeritus Subhash Chandra and Managing Director & CEO Punit Goenka for one year over the unauthorised pledge of the company's Hyderabad land to secure loans taken by promoter-linked Essel Group entities. In addition to the market restrictions, Sebi imposed cumulative penalties of INR 1.48 crore on the company and the two executives. The regulator found that ZEEL failed to obtain mandatory approvals and did not disclose the related-party transaction in its financial statements, despite senior management being aware that the property had been pledged as collateral.Read more
03 Aug 2026
The Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authority (APCRDA) has allotted 108 returnable plots to 95 farmers from Undavalli village who had contributed land for the Amaravati capital city project. The allotment was carried out through a transparent online e-lottery process in the presence of the beneficiaries, with provisional certificates distributed after the draw. The plots were allotted under the Negotiated Settlement Policy and as compensation for land acquired for the Seed Access Road. Farmers were also advised to complete the registration process, with survey and GIS teams set to assist in identifying their allotted plots.Read more
03 Aug 2026
The Bihar government has relaxed restrictions on the sale, purchase and transfer of land in proposed Greenfield Satellite Township areas after the final publication of their development plans. The move is aimed at providing relief to landowners while ensuring planned urban development is not affected. The revised policy allows land transactions under defined conditions and is expected to improve investor confidence without disrupting township projects. The state has been planning 11 Greenfield satellite townships to support urban expansion, ease pressure on existing cities and create modern, well-planned urban centres.Read more
01 Aug 2026
The proposed revival of Tripura's non-operational Kailashahar Airport has been delayed due to pending land acquisition, according to state Transport Minister Sushanta Chowdhury. The existing runway is too short to accommodate ATR aircraft, making expansion essential before flight operations can resume. The state government has already held discussions with the Airports Authority of India (AAI), but the feasibility report is still awaited. The project is estimated to require between INR 400 crore and INR 500 crore for land acquisition and airport expansion, with the government expected to take a decision after receiving the report.Read more
31 Jul 2026
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has revived plans to develop a golf course on the reclaimed Mulund landfill after a proposal to lease part of the site for the Dharavi Redevelopment Project was deferred. Civic authorities are now moving ahead with a feasibility assessment to examine the site's suitability for recreational infrastructure while continuing to evaluate future land-use options. The development reflects Mumbai's ongoing efforts to repurpose reclaimed landfill land through sustainable urban planning.Read more
30 Jul 2026
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has deferred a proposal to lease around 15 acres of reclaimed land at the Mulund dumping ground for the Dharavi Redevelopment Project after civic members raised environmental concerns. The site has been identified for temporary construction support facilities, but the civic body has sought additional technical clarifications before granting approval. The development highlights the growing emphasis on balancing large-scale urban redevelopment with environmental compliance and sustainable land-use planning.Read more
30 Jul 2026
A new registration requirement introduced by the Haryana Shahari Vikas Pradhikaran (HSVP) for auctioned plots has raised concerns among buyers over additional compliance requirements and potential delays in property registration. The revised process is aimed at strengthening documentation and ensuring greater transparency in property transactions. However, plot allottees have sought greater clarity on its implementation, citing uncertainty over procedural requirements and the impact on timely execution of sale deeds.Read more
29 Jul 2026
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) will consider a proposal to lease around 15 acres of land at the former Mulund dumping ground for construction support facilities linked to the Dharavi Redevelopment Project. The site is proposed to house a ready-mix concrete plant, precast casting yard and other temporary infrastructure required during project execution. If approved, the move is expected to streamline construction logistics while making productive use of reclaimed landfill land undergoing environmental restoration.Read more
28 Jul 2026
The Ministry of Defence has declined to transfer a parcel of defence land required for the proposed mega rail terminus at Kandivali, creating a fresh hurdle for the infrastructure project. The land was considered crucial for the planned terminal, which is intended to decongest Mumbai's existing railway stations and improve suburban and long-distance rail operations. The decision is expected to prompt railway authorities and the Maharashtra government to explore alternative solutions for advancing the project.Read more
28 Jul 2026
Prestige Group has acquired a 2.35-acre land parcel in Mulund (West), Mumbai, for INR 110.75 crore, reinforcing its long-term expansion strategy in India's largest residential property market. The acquisition is expected to complement the developer's existing presence in the suburb and create additional development opportunities. The transaction highlights continued developer interest in well-connected suburban micro-markets, where demand for integrated residential projects and premium housing remains strong.Read more
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