05 Apr 2026

The Association of Senior Living India (ASLI) has appointed Rajagopal G as its chairman for the 2026-2028 term, succeeding Rajit Mehta. A co-founder and group CEO of Lifebridge Group, Rajagopal brings over three decades of experience in senior living and geriatric care. His appointment comes at a time when India's senior housing and care segment is expanding in response to demographic shifts. ASLI, established in 2011, represents a broad ecosystem of developers, healthcare providers, and service operators, and plays a role in policy advocacy and standardisation. The leadership transition is expected to focus on strengthening regulatory frameworks, improving care standards, and supporting the growth of the senior living sector within India's evolving real estate and healthcare landscape.Read more

05 Apr 2026

UK-based construction materials supplier BRCK Group has rejected a takeover proposal from US private equity firm Atlas Holdings, triggering a sharp rise in its share price. The non-binding offer of 65 pence per share valued the company at approximately GBP 209.4 million (around USD 276 million). BRCK's board unanimously declined the proposal, stating that it did not adequately reflect the company's value. Following the announcement, the company's shares rose by over 24%, despite remaining lower on a year-to-date basis amid broader weakness in the UK construction sector. Under takeover regulations, Atlas has until later this month to either formalise a revised offer or withdraw its interest.Read more

05 Apr 2026

Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) has presented its INR 6,704.43 crore budget for the financial year 2026-27 before the general body, with provisions for civic infrastructure, public services, and urban development projects. The budget, tabled in the past week by Standing Committee Chairman Ashok Patil to Mayor Sujata Patil, includes an opening balance of INR 1,265.83 crore and projected expenditure of INR 6,689.43 crore, leaving a closing balance of INR 15 crore. The revised estimate for FY26 stands at INR 5,830.82 crore. The civic body has scheduled a general body discussion on the budget in early April, alongside transport and tree authority allocations, as part of its annual financial planning exercise.Read more

05 Apr 2026

The Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) has achieved its highest-ever annual property tax collection, recording INR 876 crore in the financial year ending recently. The performance surpasses all previous yearly collections since the civic body's formation and has been attributed to a structured recovery drive, digital payment systems, and an amnesty scheme implemented during the closing weeks of the financial year. Over 2.25 lakh property owners contributed to the collections, with nearly 61% opting for online payments. Nerul ward recorded the highest contribution at over INR 182 crore. The initiative reflects improved taxpayer participation, data-driven enforcement, and expanded outreach through digital communication and extended payment facilities.Read more

Gurugram News Desk

05 Apr 2026

The Municipal Corporation of Gurugram (MCG) has enforced stricter recovery measures for pending civic dues, introducing an 18% annual interest on unpaid property tax and additional surcharges on overdue water bills from the start of the new financial year. Residents were required to clear outstanding payments by the end of the previous financial cycle to avoid penalties. The move forms part of the civic body's broader strategy to strengthen revenue collection, with a property tax target of INR 325 crore for the current fiscal, marking an 18% increase over the previous year's projections. Authorities have also expanded enforcement and digital tracking measures, including artificial intelligence-led identification of defaulters.Read more

05 Apr 2026

The Jaipur Municipal Corporation (JMC) initiated enforcement action against prominent hotel properties over unpaid urban development (UD) tax, leading to swift compliance from operators. Properties linked to Hotel Marriott near Jawahar Circle and Hotel Ramada in Raja Park were sealed due to outstanding dues of approximately INR 5 crore and INR 1 crore, respectively. The liabilities had remained unpaid since 2007 despite repeated notices. Within hours of the sealing action, both hotel managements cleared their dues, resulting in the reopening of the affected premises. The move forms part of a broader municipal drive to strengthen tax recovery and ensure compliance among commercial establishments across Jaipur.Read more

05 Apr 2026

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) is planning to impose parking restrictions in narrow lanes across Mumbai to address obstruction faced by emergency services. The move, under consideration in the past week, targets densely populated localities such as Kalbadevi, Girgaon, and Byculla, where illegal and haphazard parking has been delaying fire engines and ambulances. Authorities are evaluating measures including odd-even parking and no-parking zones in highly congested stretches. Industry stakeholders have highlighted that the issue reflects a broader infrastructure gap, calling for integration of structured and technology-driven parking solutions in urban planning. The development comes amid increasing vehicle ownership and limited availability of organised parking infrastructure in older parts of the city.Read more

05 Apr 2026

The Prime Minister's Office (PMO) has raised concerns over deficiencies in dust control and waste management measures in Delhi, directing civic and infrastructure agencies to address gaps or face action. The issue was reviewed at a high-level meeting of the Implementation Committee for Control of Air Pollution, where shortcomings in road dust management, construction waste removal, and grievance redressal systems were highlighted. Agencies including the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) and Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) were instructed to strengthen enforcement and submit action taken reports. The review also flagged operational constraints such as limited mechanised sweeping and inefficiencies in complaint handling systems, indicating increased oversight of urban environmental compliance.Read more

Ahmedabad News Desk

05 Apr 2026

The Ahmedabad Urban Development Authority (AUDA) is preparing to release its draft Development Plan 2041, marking a shift from the conventional 10-year planning cycle to a 20-year framework. The plan is expected to expand the authority's jurisdiction across parts of Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar, and Mehsana, while integrating infrastructure, land use, and environmental strategies. It is being positioned in the context of Ahmedabad's bid to host the 2036 Olympic Games and the 2030 Commonwealth Games. The draft is likely to include provisions for industrial relocation, revised zoning regulations, and new greenfield development areas. Authorities are also aligning the plan with regional economic corridors and long-term urban infrastructure requirements.Read more

04 Apr 2026

The Amaravati Growth & Infrastructure Corporation Limited (AGICL) reviewed the progress of key projects at the Amaravati Government Complex, including the High Court building and housing towers for non-gazetted officers. Managing Director SVR Srinivas assessed construction status and held discussions with contractors and engineering teams, stressing adherence to quality and timelines. The NGO housing project includes 21 towers with nearly 2,000 residential units, while the High Court is being built across a large area with multiple floors. The review highlights the state's continued push to develop core administrative infrastructure in Amaravati.Read more