29 Mar 2026

The Telangana High Court has criticised the Hyderabad Disaster Response and Asset Protection Agency (HYDRAA) for allegedly taking over a 650 sq yd private land parcel in Sahebnagar Kalan, Hayathnagar, on the outskirts of Hyderabad. The court, while hearing a petition filed by the landowner, observed that the agency's actions appeared unconstitutional and questioned its intervention in a dispute already under judicial consideration. HYDRAA had reportedly acted on claims that the land encroached upon a public park. The court has sought a response from the agency and flagged concerns over repeated instances of similar conduct, indicating continued judicial scrutiny of enforcement actions related to land disputes in the region.Read more

28 Mar 2026

Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation carried out demolition action against an unauthorised structure in the Koparkhairane division after the concerned party failed to respond to statutory notices. The action followed a notice issued under Section 54 of the Maharashtra Regional and Town Planning Act, 1966, served earlier this month. The partial demolition was conducted under the direction of Municipal Commissioner Dr Kailas Shinde, with supervision from senior civic officials. The enforcement drive involved municipal staff, police presence and the use of mechanised equipment. The civic body has indicated that similar enforcement actions will continue across its jurisdiction to address unauthorised constructions and ensure compliance with planning regulations.Read more

28 Mar 2026

The Haryana government has approved a new mixed land use policy aimed at resolving delays in development approvals and accelerating stalled projects across the state. Cleared by the state cabinet, the policy introduces flexibility by removing fixed percentage caps for residential, commercial, and institutional components within mixed-use zones, while retaining restrictions on industrial expansion. It mandates a 70:30 ratio between primary and allied uses, with scope for variation. The move addresses long-standing regulatory ambiguity that had held up multiple developments, particularly in urban centres such as Gurugram and Faridabad. The policy is expected to provide clarity to developers and enable faster processing of applications under existing planning frameworks.Read more

28 Mar 2026

CREDAI-MCHI recently organised a felicitation ceremony in Mumbai to honour the appointment of Mayor Ritu Tawde and Maharashtra Advocate General Dr. Milind Sathe. The event brought together senior government officials, legal experts, and real estate leaders to recognise the importance of these roles in shaping the city's development. It also served as a platform to discuss key urban and regulatory issues. The developers body highlighted its intent to work closely with policymakers to ensure structured growth, better infrastructure, and improved coordination between the government and the real estate sector across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region.Read more

28 Mar 2026

The Union Cabinet has approved a modified UDAN scheme with an outlay of INR 28,840 crore to expand regional air connectivity and strengthen aviation infrastructure in underserved and remote areas. The scheme aims to develop 100 airports, 200 helipads, and support airlines through enhanced viability gap funding and operational aid for smaller airports. Around 120 destinations are expected to benefit, enabling 4 crore additional passengers to travel. The programme also supports domestic aircraft acquisition and addresses gaps from the earlier UDAN framework that had operationalised over 600 routes and 95 aerodromes.Read more

Indore News Desk

28 Mar 2026

Authorities in Indore have directed buildings across the city to comply with fire safety norms within 15 days, following concerns over non-compliance in several properties. The directive applies to residential, commercial and institutional buildings, with officials warning of strict action against defaulters. The move is aimed at strengthening safety standards and ensuring adherence to existing fire regulations. Inspections are expected to be intensified, with penalties and possible sealing of premises for violations. The initiative comes amid increased scrutiny of fire preparedness in urban buildings, highlighting the need for compliance with safety infrastructure and regulatory norms.Read more

28 Mar 2026

The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has launched the PRISM-SG portal to streamline approvals and inspections for steel girders used in road over bridges. The platform aims to reduce approval timelines from nearly 12 months to about three to four months by digitising documentation, inspections, and coordination between agencies. It brings all stakeholders, including Indian Railways, contractors, and inspection bodies, onto one system. The move is expected to improve transparency, reduce delays caused by manual processes, and support faster execution of critical bridge infrastructure projects.Read more

28 Mar 2026

Authorities in Ujjain carried out a demolition drive in the Begambag area near the Mahakaleshwar Temple, removing 16 illegal structures built on plots meant for residential use. The action followed the lifting of court stays and cancellation of expired leases. These plots, allotted decades ago, had been subdivided and used commercially in violation of rules. The drive is part of a larger enforcement effort, with multiple structures already cleared earlier. The move is also linked to upcoming infrastructure planning and better crowd management in the temple zone.Read more

28 Mar 2026

The Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC) has collected approximately INR 80 crore through its property tax amnesty scheme introduced earlier this month, offering a 90% waiver on penalties for lump sum payments. Despite the strong response from taxpayers, the civic body is unlikely to meet its annual property tax target of INR 1,000 crore. Total collections currently stand at around INR 830 crore, significantly below both the target and previous years performance. The scheme, implemented for the first time following demands from elected representatives, aims to recover pending dues and improve compliance. However, the limited duration and structural challenges in tax collection have constrained its overall impact on municipal revenue.Read more

28 Mar 2026

The Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) has intensified enforcement against property tax defaulters, directing officials to initiate attachment and auction proceedings for unpaid dues if not cleared by the end of the current financial year. Notices have been issued to over 3,600 defaulters across residential, non-residential, industrial and vacant land categories. The civic body has also introduced an amnesty scheme offering a 50 per cent waiver on late payment charges for those clearing dues in full within the stipulated deadline. With property tax forming a key revenue source, the administration has accelerated recovery efforts through both enforcement and incentive-based measures.Read more