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18 Feb 2026
The Bangalore Development Authority (BDA) has established a two-member committee of retired district judges to investigate a controversial demolition drive carried out in the Thanisandra area of north Bengaluru on 8 January, which has sparked allegations of improper procedure and possible land grab. The authority said the panel will review whether legal processes were followed in the removal of structures on land it claims as BDA property in Arkavathi Layout, a move that followed earlier encroachment clearance operations in the city. Residents and affected families have contested the demolitions, asserting that dozens of homes were razed without adequate notice and that many occupants had documents such as e-khata certificates and tax receipts. The inquiry is expected to begin after late February and assess documents including proof of occupation and notices served before the demolition.Read more
18 Feb 2026
The Government of Odisha is set to roll out a QR-code based system on land ownership documents to strengthen land administration, speed up verification and curb property fraud, officials said in a release. Under the initiative, each land patta or Record of Rights (RoR) will carry a unique QR code linked to centralized digital land records. By scanning the code with a smartphone, users will be able to instantly access detailed information such as ownership history, parcel location and transaction records, extending beyond the traditional encumbrance certificate window and reducing reliance on paper-based verification. The system developed under the state's land record modernisation programme is expected to enhance transparency, reduce disputes and make property transactions more efficient and secure.Read more
17 Feb 2026
Rajiv Gauba of Niti Aayog highlighted that high land costs are a major barrier to affordable housing in India, as land accounts for 50-70% of project costs. He urged policy reforms, including dedicating at least 10% of residential land for affordable housing, raising permissible FARs to 5&6, promoting transit-oriented development, and adopting land pooling. Limited access to formal credit and low investment margins in economically weaker segments further hinder development. Measures like rental housing improvements, credit support, and stamp duty reductions were also recommended to enhance housing availability and market efficiency.Read more
17 Feb 2026
Shriram Properties Limited (SPL) has acquired a nearly 4-acre land parcel on Sarjapur Main Road in South-East Bengaluru and plans to develop a premium high-rise residential project with an estimated gross development value (GDV) of around INR 550-600 crore. The proposed project will offer about 5 lakh sq. ft. of saleable area and is expected to be launched in the latter part of 2026. Strategically located near key hubs such as Whitefield, Varthur and Outer Ring Road, and close to the upcoming Dommasandra Metro Station, the development aims to tap sustained demand in the Sarjapur micro-market. The acquisition strengthens the company's pipeline in one of Bengaluru's fastest-growing residential corridors.Read more
15 Feb 2026
The Maharashtra cabinet has approved a detailed land acquisition and allotment policy to support the development of the proposed Third Mumbai region along the Mumbai Trans Harbour Link corridor. The policy enables land procurement through mutual agreement or statutory compensation, offers a 22.5% developed land return to project-affected owners, and introduces a pass-through mechanism to activate undeveloped land parcels. Priority land allotment will be given to large Foreign Direct Investment proposals meeting defined investment and land thresholds, with implementation led by MMRDA and the New Town Development Authority.Read more
15 Feb 2026
The Chandigarh administration has identified nearly 1,000 vacant government-owned properties for phased e-auction from the start of the next financial year as part of efforts to bolster revenue and ensure optimal land utilisation across the Union Territory. The properties span residential, commercial, industrial and institutional categories, including sites in key sectors and industrial zones. Officials said the administration expects to generate more than INR 1,000 crore in revenue through these auctions during the first two quarters, with monthly e-auction sessions to maintain transparency and efficiency. Unsold assets will be re-auctioned as required. Authorities also cited the initiative as a way to reduce maintenance costs, prevent illegal encroachments and support activity in the local real estate market, building on previous revenue earned from similar property sales.Read more
15 Feb 2026
The Maharashtra government has reviewed the reduction of land reserved for the Worli sewage treatment plant following a High Court order that halted construction on the site. Senior officials from the Urban Development department, BMC and SRA examined how the reserved area was reduced without statutory modification of the Development Plan. The court sought explanations on approvals granted for transit buildings on the land. The state reiterated the importance of the STP as critical civic infrastructure and reviewed whether the reduced land area is adequate for long-term sewage treatment requirements.Read more
14 Feb 2026
The Noida Authority has decided to implement a land pooling policy to secure agricultural land from farmers for urban development, after efforts to buy land at existing rates stalled due to resistance from landowners. The policy, already approved for industrial bodies under state regulations, will allow farmers to contribute land to pooled development and receive a share of the developed plots with 80 % for industrial use, 12 % for residential and 8 % for commercial instead of receiving outright cash compensation. Officials estimate around 500 acres along the Noida Expressway could be brought under the scheme. The authority has also raised the direct purchase rate from INR 5,500 to INR 9,000 per square metre to encourage voluntary sales of smaller plots. Farmers leaders welcomed the policy's use, noting that retaining a share of developed land may offer better long-term value than direct sale.Read more
13 Feb 2026
The Bangalore Development Authority (BDA) is considering changes to its penalty regime for vacant residential sites after acknowledging that the existing flat penalty has not achieved its intended results. Under the current policy, allottees have been subject to a uniform penalty equivalent to 10 % of the prevailing guidance value for land that remains undeveloped, yet compliance has been low as many plot holders have neither paid the levy nor begun construction. At a recent governing council meeting, officials discussed replacing the flat rate with a graded structure tied to plot size and construction timelines, with lower rates for smaller plots and early development. The aim is to encourage allottees to build on their land and reduce speculative holding, addressing concerns about idle sites that attract encroachment and other issues across the city's layouts.Read more
13 Feb 2026
Builders and realtors in Telangana have approached the state government seeking permission for farmhouse plotting in conservation and bio conservation zones around Hyderabad. They proposed minimum plot sizes, building coverage limits, and height restrictions to ensure planned development, curb unregulated layouts, and generate state revenue. Under current rules, land in GO 111 areas like Moinabad, Shankarpally, Mokila, and Gandipet remains agricultural, and construction requires a land-use change. Officials said these suggestions could be reviewed under unified building rules, even as concerns persist about protecting environmentally sensitive zones.Read more
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12 Feb 2026
Ashiana Housing has acquired about 8.83 acres of land in Wavarle, Raigad district, Maharashtra, for a new senior living community covering approximately 4.50 lakh sq ft of saleable area. Alongside, the company partnered with Epoch Elder Care, which will manage operations at its Ashiana Care Homes facility in Bhiwadi, including a 48-bed campus for assisted living and chronic care. This acquisition reinforces Ashiana's strategy to strengthen its senior living segment, complementing its broader residential portfolio across cities such as Pune, Bhiwadi, Jaipur, and Chennai.Read more
11 Feb 2026
The Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA) has recovered about 62 acres of land in Mathura district that had been encroached upon within the Heritage City and Raya Urban Centre project zones. As part of a demolition drive organised earlier this week, unauthorized structures including hotels, roadside eateries and informal colonies were demolished in villages such as Piprauli Khadar, Aruwa Khadar and Panigaon Khadar, freeing land officials valued at nearly INR 1,000 crore for its intended development use. The operation was led by YEIDA's officer on special duty with coordinated support from local police and administrative authorities, and was carried out peacefully. This action follows earlier enforcement efforts in the region and reflects the authority's ongoing campaign against illegal habitation and construction on land earmarked for planned infrastructure projects.Read more
11 Feb 2026
Crystal Crop Protection has acquired 31.06 acres of land and assets in Jhagadia, Gujarat, from Kurl-On Ltd for a new greenfield agrochemical manufacturing project. The company plans to invest around INR 100 crore over three years to build a fully automated plant producing formulations and technical products. With an initial capacity of 50,000 tonnes per annum, expandable to 120,000 tonnes, the facility will cater to domestic demand and exports to Asia and Africa. Strategic port access and Gujarat's industrial ecosystem influenced the location choice.Read more
11 Feb 2026
The Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation has approved the auction of six prime land parcels with a total base value of INR 528.38 crore across Motera, Chandkheda, Nava Vadaj, Bodakdev and Thaltej. The plots include both commercial and residential properties, with base prices aligned to prevailing market rates. The decision follows earlier land monetisation efforts by the civic body and is aimed at generating funds for municipal infrastructure and development works through a transparent auction process.Read more
10 Feb 2026
Shukra Pharmaceuticals has secured a letter of intent for 10 acres of land at the Greater Noida Medical Device Park from the Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority to develop an INR 600 crore manufacturing facility. The project will focus on surgical robotics and Boron Neutron Capture Therapy technology for complex cancer treatment. The facility is expected to create significant direct and indirect employment. The company has also partnered with Borns Medical Robotics Inc to establish local manufacturing and distribution of robotic surgery systems in India.Read more
10 Feb 2026
Noida Authority has opened applications for a fresh round of plot allotments across corporate office, commercial builder, hotel, group housing and religious categories through an online auction process. The offering includes plots of varied sizes spread across multiple sectors, with reserve prices ranging from about INR 1 crore to nearly INR 800 crore depending on use and location. While most plots will be allotted through e-auction, religious plots will follow an interview-based process. The move continues the authority's push for transparent land allocation.Read more
09 Feb 2026
Andhra Pradesh has approved over INR 500 crore for acquiring 2,171 acres for the Dugarajapatnam Green Field Port and Shipbuilding Cluster. Most of the land is patta land with habitation, and a smaller portion is government-owned. Key villages in Tirupati and Nellore districts have been identified for acquisition. The decision follows a technical feasibility report by RITES. The total estimated cost for land acquisition is INR 544.3 crore, with the APMB responsible for fund mobilisation. This project reflects the state's ongoing efforts to boost maritime infrastructure.Read more
09 Feb 2026
Lamda Development has accepted a EUR 41.5 million offer from Nellenco for two residential land plots in the A-U2 urban development area, with a total maximum buildable area of 15,700 square meters. The transaction is part of Lamda's strategy to optimize its land holdings and reflects growing investor interest in this high-potential zone. Historical sales in the area indicate rising land values, and the deal may serve as a reference point for future transactions. The move also supports Lamda's ongoing funding and portfolio management plans.Read more
09 Feb 2026
Oberoi Realty has emerged as the highest bidder for an 11-acre railway land parcel in Bandra East, Mumbai, with a bid of INR 5,400 crore. The land, offered by the Railway Land Development Authority on a 99-year lease, has a development potential of around 19.50 lakh sq ft. Financial bids were opened during the past week, and the company is awaiting further steps from RLDA. The development comes alongside a marginal rise in the company's quarterly profit and income.Read more
09 Feb 2026
The Maharashtra state registration department has refused to grant a waiver on stamp duty for a land transaction in Pune's Mundhwa area involving Amadea Enterprises LLP, where Parth Pawar, son of the late deputy chief minister Ajit Pawar, is a partner. The firm owes a stamp duty shortfall of INR 21 crore along with monthly penalties totaling INR 1.47 crore for seven months, bringing current dues to INR 22.47 crore. The department has warned that failure to clear payments by the deadline will trigger coercive recovery actions, including property attachment and auction.Read more
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