20 Jun 2026

The Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authority (APCRDA) held a Gram Sabha in Nowlur village as part of the ongoing land acquisition process for Amaravati's development. Senior APCRDA officials interacted with farmers and residents, explaining the progress of land pooling, infrastructure development and acquisition procedures. Authorities informed landowners that those included in the acquisition notification still have an opportunity to voluntarily join the Land Pooling Scheme within the prescribed period. APCRDA also assured villagers that concerns related to land, development and civic infrastructure would be examined in line with government policies and planning objectives.Read more

19 Jun 2026

• The Bombay High Court is hearing fresh proceedings related to land reserved for burial grounds in Thane, following allegations of encroachment and non-compliance with earlier judicial directions.
• Petitioners have claimed that portions of land earmarked for Christian burial grounds continue to face unauthorised occupation despite previous court orders protecting the reservation.
• A contempt plea has also been filed against civic authorities, alleging failure to implement directions concerning the disputed land.
• The case has renewed focus on the protection of reserved public utility lands and the responsibilities of local authorities in enforcing planning regulations.Read more

18 Jun 2026

Puravankara Ltd has acquired a 9.73-acre land parcel at Sanna Ammanikere in North Bengaluru to develop a residential project with an estimated revenue potential of INR 800 crore. The outright acquisition offers a development potential of around 0.89 million sq ft and forms part of the company's strategy to strengthen its presence in Bengaluru, one of its key residential markets. While the company did not disclose the acquisition cost or the identity of the seller, it stated that the project would add to its expanding development pipeline. As of March 31, 2026, Puravankara had completed 95 projects covering 57 million sq ft across nine Indian cities, while its total land bank stood at 40 million sq ft and ongoing developments spanned 36.69 million sq ft.Read more

18 Jun 2026

The Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) has opened online registrations for more than 3,100 residential plots under its upcoming Varun Vihar and Naimish Nagar housing schemes in Lucknow. The launch marks a significant step in the authority's urban expansion programme, with around 2,100 plots being offered in the first phase of Varun Vihar and over 1,000 plots under Naimish Nagar. The schemes form part of LDA's larger plan to create new residential townships supported by modern infrastructure, green spaces and mixed-use development across key growth corridors of the city.Read more

18 Jun 2026

The Karnataka government issued a final notification on 13 June 2026 for the acquisition of 516 acres of agricultural land in Bidadi, Ramanagara district, for the proposed Greater Bengaluru Integrated Township — envisioned as India's first AI-powered city and estimated at INR 18,133 crore. The move, pushed through despite sustained opposition from farming communities in Byramangala and Kanchugaranahalli panchayats, has drawn sharp political condemnation from Union Minister and JD(S) president H.D. Kumaraswamy, who announced a legal challenge and called on Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar to visit the affected villages personally.Read more

17 Jun 2026

A proposed luxury resort project in southern Albania involving investors including Jared Kushner is facing growing opposition as local villagers claim parts of the development site were sold despite ongoing ownership disputes. Residents of Zvernec have alleged that land they consider theirs was transferred without consultation or compensation and have presented property documents to support their claims. The dispute has added to concerns already surrounding the multi-billion-euro coastal development, which has attracted criticism over environmental impacts and public access. Albanian authorities maintain the project is legal, while affected residents are preparing fresh legal action.Read more

17 Jun 2026

The Maharashtra government has enacted the Maharashtra Land Revenue Code (Second Amendment) Act, 2026, introducing amendments to Section 37A of the Maharashtra Land Revenue Code, 1966. The legislation clarifies approval requirements for transactions involving government land and validates certain approvals granted before the enactment of the 2012 amendment. The move is aimed at removing legal ambiguities surrounding land transfers, redevelopment projects, utilisation of additional FSI, TDR transactions and changes in land use where government approvals had been issued under earlier administrative frameworks.Read more

16 Jun 2026

• Karnataka government plans to complete full land management digitisation within a 100-day timeline.
• The move aims to improve transparency, accuracy, and efficiency in land record administration.
• Manual dependency in land records will be reduced through structured digital systems.
• The initiative is expected to speed up land transactions and improve inter-department coordination.
• The programme is part of Karnataka’s ongoing governance reforms focused on technology-led public service delivery.Read more

Mumbai News Desk

16 Jun 2026

Oberoi Realty infused INR 268.50 crore into its wholly owned subsidiary Centerstage Realty Private Limited on 9 June 2026, meeting the minimum paid-up capital requirement stipulated in the bid documents for the Railway Land Development Authority's Bandra East land parcel. The SPV, incorporated just a week earlier on 2 June 2026, will exclusively execute the development of approximately 45,371 sq m of railway land adjoining the Western Express Highway, leased for 99 years. This follows Oberoi's earlier first tranche payment of INR 247.50 crore to RLDA and its winning bid of INR 5,400 crore in February 2026.Read more

Nagpur News Desk

15 Jun 2026

• The Maharashtra government plans to introduce plot-wise Ready Reckoner (RR) rates in Nagpur through a micro-zoning model over the next two years.
• The new system aims to reflect the actual market value of individual plots instead of assigning uniform rates across larger areas.
• Officials believe the initiative will improve transparency in property valuation and reduce disparities in stamp duty assessments.
• The move could serve as a pilot model for more scientific and data-driven real estate valuation across the state.Read more

15 Jun 2026

West Bengal will remain at the centre of the Centre’s upcoming land port development programme as the Land Ports Authority of India (LPAI) plans to establish 11 new land ports across the country over the next three years. The focus on the state stems from the strategic importance of the Siliguri Corridor and West Bengal’s borders with Bangladesh, Nepal and Bhutan. The announcement was made during the launch of the Land Port Management System (LPMS), a digital platform designed to streamline cargo and passenger movement across India’s land ports. The initiative is expected to strengthen border infrastructure, improve trade facilitation and support multimodal connectivity in eastern India while enhancing operational efficiency at existing and future land ports.Read more

Mumbai News Desk

15 Jun 2026

• The Maharashtra government has moved to expedite the transfer of the Richardson & Cruddas land parcel in Mumbai to support the expansion of Sir JJ Hospital.
• Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has directed the collector to accelerate administrative procedures related to the handover.
• The site is expected to provide additional space for future healthcare infrastructure and capacity enhancement.
• The move is part of broader efforts to strengthen public healthcare facilities and accommodate rising patient demand in Mumbai.Read more

14 Jun 2026

The Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authority (APCRDA) conducted a Gram Sabha in Velagapudi village as part of ongoing land acquisition activities for the development of Amaravati, the state's capital city. Senior APCRDA officials informed villagers that farmers whose lands were included in the recent acquisition notification still have an opportunity to join the Land Pooling Scheme within the prescribed timeline. The authority also addressed concerns related to village infrastructure, including drinking water and street lighting, while highlighting the progress of development works in returnable plot layouts and other capital region projects.Read more

13 Jun 2026

APCRDA recently conducted a Gram Sabha in Nidamarru village as part of the land acquisition process for the development of Amaravati. Senior officials interacted with villagers and explained the ongoing land pooling and acquisition procedures. Farmers were informed that those covered under the recent land acquisition notification could still opt for the Land Pooling Scheme within the prescribed timeline. Residents also raised concerns regarding Section 22-A lands, illegal soil transportation, and traffic movement linked to construction activities. APCRDA assured villagers that their grievances would be examined while reiterating its commitment to infrastructure development across the Capital Region.Read more

13 Jun 2026

APCRDA held a Gram Sabha in Undavalli village to discuss land acquisition and land pooling for the Amaravati Capital City project. Commissioner V. Vijayarama Raju informed residents that farmers whose lands are part of the recent acquisition notification can still opt for the Land Pooling Scheme within the prescribed timeframe. He also addressed concerns related to assigned and Lanka lands and assured that they would be handled as per government guidelines. APCRDA said infrastructure development across Amaravati villages is progressing and appealed to farmers to continue supporting the capital development project.Read more

11 Jun 2026

A proposed government auction of a prime land parcel in Hyderabad’s Banjara Hills, expected to fetch around INR 1,000 crore, has become embroiled in an ownership dispute after private claimants challenged the state's title over the property. The land, located in one of Hyderabad’s most expensive real estate markets, was scheduled to be auctioned by the Telangana government as part of its land monetisation programme. However, competing ownership claims have raised questions over the transaction, prompting legal scrutiny and uncertainty over the sale process. The dispute has attracted significant attention from developers and investors due to the parcel’s strategic location and development potential, highlighting the importance of clear land titles in high-value urban land transactions.Read more

11 Jun 2026

• The Maharashtra government has taken back 33 acres in Aarey Colony, Mumbai, previously allotted for a slum rehabilitation project that failed to progress.
• The land was earmarked for the rehabilitation of eligible slum residents under a redevelopment scheme but remained largely undeveloped for years.
• Authorities revoked the allotment following a review of the project's status and lack of implementation.
• The reclaimed land will remain under government control pending a decision on its future use.Read more

11 Jun 2026

The Delhi High Court has expressed concern over the Centre's move to reclaim land occupied by the Indian Polo Association and the Delhi Gymkhana Club, observing that the capital cannot afford to lose its limited green spaces. Hearing a petition challenging an eviction notice, the court questioned the future use of the land and the impact on the city's environment and heritage structures. The matter centres on the proposed takeover of prominent properties in Lutyens' Delhi, with further proceedings expected before the trial court.Read more

11 Jun 2026

The Ministry of Defence has approved the development of a 250 MW solar power project with an integrated Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) on approximately 850 acres of vacant defence land in Sitapur district, Uttar Pradesh. Cleared by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, the project marks the first solar-plus-storage initiative of its kind undertaken by the ministry. State-owned NTPC will implement the project in coordination with the Integrated Headquarters of the Ministry of Defence (Army) and the Directorate General of Defence Estates. The development is aimed at strengthening energy security for defence establishments, increasing the use of renewable energy and reducing reliance on conventional grid power, while ensuring productive utilisation of unused defence land.Read more

11 Jun 2026

The Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authority (APCRDA) conducted a Gram Sabha in Undavalli village to discuss land acquisition and land pooling activities linked to the development of Amaravati. Senior APCRDA officials informed villagers that landowners named in the recent acquisition notification still have an opportunity to join the Land Pooling Scheme within the stipulated timeframe. The authority also assured residents that concerns related to assigned lands, Lankan lands and local infrastructure needs would be addressed as per government guidelines. APCRDA sought continued cooperation from farmers as development works across the capital region gather pace.Read more