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27 Jan 2026
The Haryana government has approved a direct land purchase policy to accelerate the Millennium City Centre Cyber City Metro corridor in Gurugram. The move allows Gurugram Metro Rail Limited to buy private land through mutual agreement instead of relying only on compulsory acquisition. Landowners will be offered compensation as per the RFCTLARR Act, 2013, along with a 25 per cent incentive and rehabilitation benefits. Stamp duty will be waived and payments will be made directly to landowners, while compulsory acquisition remains an option if talks fail.Read more
27 Jan 2026
The Bangalore Development Authority has recovered encroached land valued at more than INR 700 crore through multiple demolition drives conducted across Bengaluru over the past several months. The operations covered over 25 acres of government land reserved for layouts, roads, and public infrastructure. Major recoveries were reported in JP Nagar 9th Phase and other planned layouts. Officials confirmed that due legal procedures were followed before action. The reclaimed land will be used for future development works or auctioned where legally feasible.Read more
27 Jan 2026
The Gurugram Metropolitan Development Authority (GMDA) recently conducted a two-day anti-encroachment drive along Old Railway Road to support the redevelopment of Gurgaon Railway Station. Illegal shops, extended sheds, and street vendors had narrowed the approach road, causing congestion and obstructing renovation work. Around 100 shops were partially or fully cleared, and vendors near the Sabzi Mandi were instructed to operate within designated areas. Traffic police issued 115 challans for violations, and GMDA has stated that monitoring will continue to prevent future encroachments and maintain smooth access.Read more
26 Jan 2026
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has updated the Central Motor Vehicles Rules to ensure all pending National Highway user fees are cleared before key vehicle services are granted. Under the amended rules, a No Objection Certificate (NOC) for transferring vehicle ownership or relocating a vehicle to another state will be issued only after all unpaid toll and highway user fees are settled. The rules also prevent renewal or issuance of fitness certificates and national permits if dues exist. Form 28 has been revised to disclose any pending fees, supporting compliance and digitalisation.Read more
26 Jan 2026
The Supreme Court has asked the Haryana government and developer Mahira Buildwell for detailed explanations following allegations of fraud in an Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) housing project in Gurgaon under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Urban). Homebuyers claim the developer used forged bank guarantees, fake signatures, and improperly obtained licences while completing only a small fraction of the construction. Authorities, including Haryana RERA, banks, and the town planning department, are also under scrutiny for inaction. The court's review could impact regulatory oversight and homebuyer protection in affordable housing projects.Read more
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26 Jan 2026
The Bombay High Court has instructed civic authorities across Maharashtra not to issue Occupancy Certificates (OCs) for buildings that lack functioning Sewage Treatment Plants (STPs) or proper sewage management systems. The ruling addresses untreated sewage flowing into the Ulhas River from several unauthorized and non-compliant structures in Thane district. The court also directed authorities to identify non-compliant buildings, take action against developers, and ensure accountability among officials who issue OCs in violation of regulations. A further hearing on the matter is scheduled later this month.Read more
26 Jan 2026
The Haryana Real Estate Regulatory Authority (RERA), Gurugram-bench, has issued an advisory urging homebuyers and property investors to conduct transactions only through agents who are registered with the regulator, emphasising the legal and financial risks of engaging unregistered intermediaries. According to the advisory, unregistered agents may make misleading assurances that can lead to disputes and complications later in the transaction process, thereby exposing buyers to potential loss and legal issues. The authority clarified that under the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016, no individual may facilitate the sale or purchase of property in a RERA-registered real estate project without proper registration. It further highlighted that the definition of a real estate agent under the Act encompasses brokers, dealers and other intermediaries who negotiate or introduce buyers and sellers for remuneration. Homebuyers have been advised to verify credentials against the official Gurugram RERA register to enhance transparency and protect their interests.Read more
26 Jan 2026
The Noida Authority has engaged the School of Planning and Architecture (SPA) to develop a City Logistics Plan (CLP) aimed at making freight movement more efficient, reducing congestion, and lowering pollution. Supported by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry and the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), the plan will assess the citys existing freight systems, identify bottlenecks, and propose actionable strategies. Stakeholder consultations, sector-specific committees, and an emissions monitoring framework will inform the plan, helping Noida implement practical solutions for last-mile delivery, route optimisation, and cleaner urban transport.Read more
25 Jan 2026
A First Information Report (FIR) has been registered after a Bandra court directed the police to act on a complaint by local resident Robinson Nelson Gonsalves regarding land near Mount Mary Basilica in Bandra (West), Mumbai. Gonsalves alleged that two priests and three security guards removed construction materials worth INR 750,000 from a property legally registered in his name and threatened him over raising the issue. Church authorities denied these claims, stating the land belongs to the Basilica and said they have taken legal measures to protect their property rights.Read more
25 Jan 2026
The Noida Authority has rejected the revised layout submitted by Wiztown Planners for a Sector 150 plot in the city's Sports City project, citing violations of the scheme's regulations. The plan proposed 26,189 sqm of commercial space for pro-shops, food-and-beverage outlets, and cinemas, exceeding the permitted 5,136 sqm and blending commercial activity with sports areas. Past audit objections and legal scrutiny, including a CAG review and Supreme Court directions, have tightened approvals. The decision follows a fatal accident on the plot, reinforcing the need for strict compliance with the Sports City framework.Read more
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