Mumbai News Desk

26 Jun 2026

The Slum Rehabilitation Authority (SRA) has proposed cluster redevelopment of three large slum pockets in Mumbai Antop Hill-Wadala, Majaswadi and Behrampada covering hundreds of acres. The initiative aims to enable integrated planning, improve infrastructure and accelerate rehabilitation by bringing fragmented settlements under unified redevelopment schemes. The Antop Hill-Wadala cluster alone spans around 450 acres. Authorities believe the approach will help unlock land potential, provide better housing and create planned urban spaces in some of Mumbai’s most densely populated areas.Read more

26 Jun 2026

The Gujarat High Court has ruled that municipal authorities cannot cancel property regularisation orders after they have been granted under the Gujarat Regularisation of Unauthorised Development Act (GRUDA). The court held that civic bodies lack the power to review or revoke such approvals once issued. The judgment came while quashing an Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation order that had withdrawn an earlier regularisation granted to unauthorised construction in a commercial building, reinforcing legal certainty for property owners.Read more

26 Jun 2026

The Madras High Court has struck down Section 34-C of the Registration Act introduced by the Tamil Nadu government, holding that registration authorities cannot decide issues relating to property title or refuse registrations on that basis. The court observed that title disputes fall within the jurisdiction of civil courts and directed the registration department to improve encumbrance records. The ruling is expected to bring greater clarity to property transactions and limit the role of registrars to administrative functions.Read more

Ahmedabad News Desk

26 Jun 2026

• An Ahmedabad court has denied bail to the owner of Popular Builders in connection with an ongoing land fraud and forgery case.
• The case involves allegations of irregular land transactions and financial misrepresentation linked to a disputed 1996 land deal.
• The accused, identified as Raman Patel in reports, remains under judicial scrutiny as proceedings in the case continue.
• The ruling reinforces a strict judicial stance on real estate-related fraud cases in Gujarat amid multiple pending appeals.Read more

Mumbai News Desk

26 Jun 2026

• A criminal case has been registered after a forged judicial order was allegedly used to halt action against an unauthorised building in Navi Mumbai's Nerul area.
• The suspected fake interim relief was produced before civic authorities to prevent demolition proceedings.
• A Belapur court directed an investigation after discrepancies emerged in the purported order.
• The incident has raised concerns over misuse of judicial documents and attempts to obstruct action against illegal constructions.Read more

25 Jun 2026

• Haryana's Department of Town and Country Planning (DTCP) has initiated blacklisting proceedings against 15 architects for allegedly issuing occupation certificates (OCs) to buildings that did not comply with prescribed norms.
• The action follows inspections that found occupation certificates being granted to incomplete or non-compliant structures in licensed colonies, particularly in Gurugram.
• Authorities are reviewing a large number of OCs issued under the self-certification system and examining the role of empanelled architects.
• Officials have indicated that occupation certificates issued in violation of rules may be cancelled, while further action could be taken against those responsible.
• The move is part of a broader effort to strengthen compliance, accountability and oversight in Haryana's real estate sector.Read more

25 Jun 2026

Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Sanjay Malhotra has inaugurated the new campus of the Centre for Advanced Financial Research and Learning (CAFRAL) in Mumbai. During the event, the Governor highlighted the importance of continuous learning, professional capacity building and research in addressing the evolving needs of the financial sector. CAFRAL, an institution promoted by the RBI, focuses on research in banking, finance and macroeconomics while also providing leadership development and training programmes for senior financial sector professionals. The institution aims to function as a global centre of excellence supporting policy formulation, knowledge creation and capability enhancement across India’s financial ecosystem.Read more

Mumbai News Desk

25 Jun 2026

More than a month after Western Railway’s demolition drive at Garib Nagar in Bandra East, around 100 families eligible for rehabilitation are still awaiting details of their resettlement. The clearance operation removed nearly 500 unauthorised structures from railway land near Bandra station, while eligible households were protected under court directions. Despite a Bombay High Court order recognising their rehabilitation rights, residents say no timeline or relocation plan has been communicated. The issue has gained urgency as monsoon conditions worsen across Mumbai.Read more

Mumbai News Desk

25 Jun 2026

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has removed illegal commercial structures and footpath encroachments in Andheri West as part of its ongoing anti-encroachment campaign. The K West Ward demolished nine unauthorised shops, including structures on Veera Desai Road and Fun Republic Road, and removed additional sheds and staircases occupying public footpaths. Supported by local police and multiple civic departments, the drive aimed to restore pedestrian access and reclaim public spaces. The action forms part of wider enforcement efforts being undertaken across Mumbai.Read more

25 Jun 2026

The Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authority (APCRDA) conducted a training programme on climate change and sustainable urban development for officials, consultants and project stakeholders involved in the development of Amaravati. Organised by the Environmental and Social Management Unit (ESMU) in collaboration with the Project Grievance Management Cell (PgMC) Capacity Building Team, the session focused on climate-resilient infrastructure, environmental sustainability and long-term development planning. Experts highlighted global climate challenges, Andhra Pradesh's sustainability initiatives and the state's commitment to achieving Net Zero emissions by 2070 while promoting environmentally responsible growth in Amaravati.Read more