Delhi News Desk

15 Apr 2026

The Delhi High Court has allowed authorities to proceed with a demolition drive in Shalimar Bagh to facilitate road widening, prioritising public infrastructure over private occupation claims. The order, issued in the past week, grants residents time until the end of May to vacate the affected area. The case relates to encroachments on public land earmarked for expansion of Road No. 320, with the court observing that improved connectivity and access for emergency services outweigh individual claims. The ruling follows a petition by occupants seeking protection from eviction. Authorities have been directed to carry out the process in a structured manner, with consideration for relocation timelines, while ensuring that the project proceeds without further obstruction.Read more

Ghaziabad News Desk

14 Apr 2026

The Ghaziabad Development Authority (GDA) has introduced a regulatory requirement mandating tree plantation as a precondition for granting layout plan approvals across residential, commercial and industrial developments. The rule, implemented earlier this month, requires developers and landowners to earmark space for plantation within submitted plans and undertake planting in proportion to project size. The policy also introduces refundable security deposits to ensure compliance, alongside documentation such as photographic evidence. The move is aimed at addressing declining green cover amid rapid urbanisation and infrastructure expansion in the city. Additional provisions cover plantation ratios for different land uses and requirements for green space allocation in institutional developments, forming part of a broader effort to integrate environmental considerations into urban planning approvals.Read more

Mumbai News Desk

14 Apr 2026

The Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai (MCGM) is preparing to introduce an artificial intelligence-based system to modernise real estate approval processes and reduce administrative delays. The initiative, outlined recently, aims to automate key stages of project clearances, minimise manual intervention and improve transparency in decision-making. The proposed framework will use data-driven tools to expedite compliance checks and standardise approval procedures, addressing long-standing concerns over delays in construction permissions. The move forms part of Mumbai's broader push towards digital governance and ease of doing business in the real estate sector. By improving turnaround times and procedural clarity, the system is expected to support developers, enhance regulatory efficiency and strengthen the city's investment environment.Read more

14 Apr 2026

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has instructed authorities to establish a structured and accessible affordable rental housing system in Mumbai, alongside a dedicated digital platform to streamline access for citizens. The directive, issued following a policy review meeting in the past week, responds to sustained migration into the city and the resulting pressure on rental housing supply. The proposed framework emphasises aligning demand and supply, ensuring legal compliance in tenancy agreements, and reducing disputes. Measures include appointing designated authorities under the Maharashtra Rent Control Act and strengthening institutional mechanisms for oversight. The move is positioned within the broader effort to address housing affordability challenges for working populations and migrants in India's financial capital.Read more

14 Apr 2026

The Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC) has proposed offering property tax rebates of up to 15% to encourage timely payments and improve compliance among property owners. The proposal, reviewed in the past week, is based on the previous year's response, where over 44% of taxpayers availed rebate schemes. The revised structure aims to incentivise early payments, with higher rebates applicable for payments made within the initial months of the financial cycle, followed by reduced benefits later in the year. The initiative also seeks to promote digital transactions while ensuring steady revenue inflows for civic operations. The move comes amid ongoing efforts by the civic body to strengthen its revenue base and address collection gaps, including significant outstanding dues from various entities.Read more

14 Apr 2026

The Rajasthan State Industrial Development and Investment Corporation (RIICO) has granted conditional approval to the Rajasthan Financial Corporation (RFC) to sell properties allotted across multiple industrial areas in the state. The decision, taken in the past week, allows RFC to monetise assets located in key industrial hubs including Kota, Alwar and Bhiwadi, subject to regulatory compliance. While plots allotted at prevailing rates can be sold without additional conditions, those allocated at concessional rates require repayment of the concession amount with interest. The approval mandates that land use must remain aligned with original allotment purposes, ensuring continuity of industrial planning norms. The move is expected to unlock underutilised assets and facilitate redevelopment within established industrial zones.Read more

14 Apr 2026

The Supreme Court has directed Heera Group chief Nowhera Shaik to surrender before authorities within a stipulated period, while making any future consideration of bail contingent upon her cooperation in executing pending property sale deeds. The order, issued in the past week, forms part of ongoing proceedings in a large-scale investor fraud case involving alleged collections exceeding INR 10,000 crore. The Enforcement Directorate (ED) informed the court that several sale deeds linked to auctioned properties remain unexecuted despite receipt of full consideration. The court also outlined a timeline for completion of these transactions, with provisions for intervention by court authorities in case of non-compliance. The matter relates to recovery efforts for investors affected by the alleged scheme and enforcement of property disposals tied to attached assets.Read more

14 Apr 2026

Rajasthan is facing a major transmission bottleneck, with around 60 GW of renewable energy projects awaiting grid connectivity. The issue highlights a gap between rapid solar and wind capacity expansion and the development of transmission infrastructure. While the state has strong renewable potential and high project interest, grid systems have been planned for only part of the capacity. The regulator has asked developers to be informed of delays, allowing them to reconsider investments. The situation underscores challenges in India's clean energy push, with infrastructure constraints likely to impact project timelines and future investment decisions in the sector.Read more

13 Apr 2026

The National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) has adjourned the hearing on Vedanta Ltd's challenge to Adani Enterprises INR 14,535 crore bid for Jaiprakash Associates Ltd (JAL), due to a change in bench composition. Vedanta has filed appeals against the NCLT's approval of the resolution plan under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code. Earlier, both the NCLAT and the Supreme Court declined to stay the process, though the outcome remains subject to final rulings. The Supreme Court also directed that key decisions by the monitoring committee require tribunal approval. The case is closely watched given JAL's significant role in India's real estate and infrastructure sectors.Read more

13 Apr 2026

Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari has indicated that the government may require complete land acquisition before granting approval to new national highway projects, tightening existing norms. Speaking at an industry event in New Delhi, he highlighted persistent challenges related to land acquisition and environmental clearances that delay project execution. The ministry currently mandates 90 per cent land readiness before project commencement but is now considering raising this threshold to 100 per cent. Gadkari also pointed to highway assets worth INR 15 lakh crore available for monetisation and flagged concerns over the quality of detailed project reports, suggesting greater accountability and expertise in project planning.Read more