13 Feb 2026

Residents of gaothans in several districts of Maharashtra have protested a recent survey drive linked to Slum Rehabilitation Authority (SRA) redevelopment planning, saying the exercise was being conducted without adequate consultation or clarity on rehabilitation terms. The gaothans traditional village settlements now surrounded by urban growth have seen growing involvement in redevelopment discussions as the state updates land use norms to address ageing stock and housing shortages. Protesters said survey teams entered residential areas seeking to map plots and structures without informing occupants on rights, entitlements and future plans, fuelling distrust. Local leaders have demanded that redevelopment proposals be shared publicly and that compensation or relocation options be clearly outlined before surveys proceed. Government officials said the mapping was intended to support planning for infrastructure and formalisation, but acknowledged the need for better communication with residents to ease concerns.Read more

13 Feb 2026

The Municipal Corporation of Manesar (MCM) has intensified measures to curb revenue loss caused by residential properties operating as paying guest (PG) accommodations, hostels, or small commercial establishments without proper registration. Owners must declare the actual use of their properties or face penalties, including retrospective tax reassessment, fines, and possible disconnection of essential services. Inspection teams will verify properties on the ground to ensure records reflect reality. Voluntary disclosure before inspections will be accepted, but late declarations after verification will not shield defaulters from punitive action.Read more

13 Feb 2026

The Municipal Corporation of Manesar (MCM) has announced stricter enforcement against illegal waste dumping and the operation of non-functional sewage treatment plants (STPs). Residential societies and industrial units found discharging untreated water or dumping garbage will face FIRs. Officials have been instructed to act immediately during inspections instead of issuing repeated warnings. MCM is coordinating with the Haryana State Industrial and Infrastructure Development Corporation (HSIIDC) and Haryana State Pollution Control Board to monitor compliance, address environmental hazards, and tackle related civic issues, including illegal parking, encroachments, and public hygiene challenges in residential and industrial areas.Read more

Gurugram News Desk

13 Feb 2026

Property registrations and sales in Gurugram's Valley View Estate have been suspended after the development licence issued in 1994 to BSF Co-operative House Building Society Ltd. lapsed in 2011 and remained unrenewed. The Haryana DTCP has instructed authorities to make a red entry in revenue records, preventing all transactions until fresh approvals are secured. Despite repeated notices and a regulatory hearing last December, the society admitted it could not renew the licence. The move affects both existing residents and prospective buyers, reflecting the strict regulatory enforcement in Gurugram's real estate sector.Read more

Noida News Desk

12 Feb 2026

At Shivalik Homes in Surajpur, Greater Noida, more than 350 buyers have been unable to complete property registries for over a decade, even after receiving possession of their flats. The developer, Cosmos Infraestate Pvt. Ltd., has not cleared lease rent dues of around INR 1.8 crore to UPSIDA, preventing issuance of completion and occupancy certificates. Authorities have issued multiple notices, sealed unsold flats, and halted sales. Despite assurances from the developer to clear dues and submit documents by March, buyers continue to face financial and legal hurdles, with limited confidence in resolution.Read more

Lucknow News Desk

12 Feb 2026

Fire authorities in Lucknow have identified about 90 hotels operating without the mandatory fire safety no-objection certificates (NOCs). This follows a recent fire at an under-construction hotel in Gomtinagar, which triggered a large-scale firefighting operation but caused no casualties. Notices have already been served, and physical inspections are scheduled to begin soon. Hotels that fail to comply with prescribed safety standards risk administrative action, including fines, sealing, or closure. The incident highlights long-standing gaps in fire safety compliance across the city's hospitality sector.Read more

12 Feb 2026

The Uttar Pradesh government has proposed an outlay of INR 2,111 crore for the civil aviation sector in its 2026-27 Budget, with a significant allocation of INR 750 crore for the development of the Noida International Airport in Jewar. The project's scope has been expanded from two to five runways, signalling long-term capacity planning. Additionally, INR 1,100 crore has been earmarked for the construction, expansion and strengthening of airstrips across the state, including land acquisition. The government aims to position Jewar as an aviation innovation and maintenance hub while enhancing regional connectivity under the Centre's scheme. The airport is nearing completion, with inauguration expected soon.Read more

Mumbai News Desk

12 Feb 2026

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation has stepped up recovery of long-pending property tax dues by issuing attachment notices to several high-value defaulters across Mumbai. The action targets real estate developers and commercial entities with outstanding dues running into multiple crores, including one case exceeding INR 140 crore. The notices were issued after repeated reminders and final demand notices failed to yield results. Under civic law, the BMC can seize movable assets and proceed with property auctions if dues remain unpaid.Read more

Mumbai News Desk

12 Feb 2026

The Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation (MSRDC) has announced stricter safety regulations governing the movement of hazardous cargo on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway, aiming to reduce risks following a prolonged tanker accident that caused major disruption. Under the revised norms, consigners and consignees of highly flammable and dangerous goods will now be held directly accountable for safety compliance throughout transit. MSRDC will work closely with highway police and commodity firms to tighten checks and introduce a specialised emergency traffic management plan for hazardous consignments, as directed by the state's deputy chief minister. Officials also said a committee chaired by a senior expert will review the recent incident to recommend corrective measures and standard operating procedures. The move follows scrutiny of emergency response gaps revealed during the extensive delay caused by a tanker overturning on the expressway.Read more

Delhi News Desk

12 Feb 2026

The Delhi government has initiated the process of drafting legislation to create a unified transport authority to streamline the capital's fragmented urban mobility framework. The proposed body is intended to integrate planning and coordination across metro, bus, rail and other transport systems under a single institutional framework. The move aims to improve public transport integration, reduce congestion, and address emissions linked to transport. A dedicated urban transport fund is also under consideration to support long-term infrastructure investments. Multiple government departments and agencies are expected to be involved in drafting the bill, with a task force constituted to prepare the legislation. The initiative reflects a broader policy push to enhance mobility governance and ensure coordinated planning across agencies currently operating independently.Read more