27 May 2026

Government of Bihar has sought an additional INR 1,600 crore from the Centre for implementation of the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Gramin scheme. The state said the funds are required to accelerate construction of rural houses, support eligible beneficiaries and clear pending liabilities under the programme. Bihar’s request comes amid continued demand for affordable rural housing and ongoing efforts to improve housing coverage across districts through centrally sponsored housing initiatives.Read more

26 May 2026

• The Delhi government is planning a major modernisation of property registration services through digital upgrades and infrastructure revamps at sub-registrar offices.
• Proposed reforms include online appointments, token-based systems, digital verification mechanisms and upgraded public service facilities.
• The initiative aims to reduce delays, improve transparency and curb fraud in property registration and ownership transactions across the capital.Read more

26 May 2026

• Maharashtra government is accelerating development of data centre projects to position the state as a major national hub.
• Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis reviews MoUs signed at Davos and IT policy-linked investments in Mumbai.
• Senior officials to be assigned responsibility for monitoring project execution to ensure timely completion.
• Navi Mumbai, Mahape, Khalapur and Panvel identified as key data centre and infrastructure development clusters.Read more

26 May 2026

Nagpur Metropolitan Region Development Authority plans to introduce a single-window clearance mechanism for the proposed New Nagpur business district project to streamline approvals and improve ease of doing business within the region. The authority has partnered with Institute of Chartered Accountants of India for implementation support and institutional coordination related to the project framework. Officials stated that the proposed system is intended to reduce approval timelines and facilitate faster processing of permissions linked to commercial and mixed-use developments in the emerging business district. The initiative forms part of broader efforts to position New Nagpur as an investment and business hub supported by integrated urban infrastructure planning.Read more

26 May 2026

• The Central Electricity Authority has notified amendments to the Installation and Operation of Meters Regulations, 2026.
• The revised norms mandate smart meters in areas with communication networks and permit prepaid meters in non-network regions.
• The amendments also introduce updated provisions for open access consumers and advanced metering infrastructure interoperability requirements.Read more

26 May 2026

• Thiruvananthapuram International Airport’s expansion project has moved to the environmental clearance review stage before major redevelopment work can begin.
• The proposed expansion includes Terminal 2 redevelopment, parking facilities, commercial spaces and infrastructure upgrades under Project Anantha.
• Delays in the approval process are linked to the expiry of Kerala’s State Environment • Impact Assessment Authority tenure and procedural reviews.
• Adani Airport Holdings is leading the airport modernisation plan to increase passenger handling capacity and improve regional connectivity.
• The airport redevelopment is also expected to support tourism, cargo movement and integration with the nearby Vizhinjam International Seaport.Read more

Lucknow News Desk

26 May 2026

The Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) is planning to redevelop an old residential complex in Indira Nagar with an estimated investment of INR 110 crore as part of its urban redevelopment strategy in Lucknow. The nearly 40-year-old housing complex has witnessed structural deterioration over the years, prompting the authority to replace the existing low-rise buildings with modern high-rise apartments and upgraded civic infrastructure. The project is expected to improve housing conditions, optimise land use and strengthen infrastructure in one of Lucknow’s most established residential areas. The redevelopment also aligns with LDA’s larger focus on modern housing projects and vertical urban expansion across the city.Read more

Goa News Desk

26 May 2026

The Mapusa Municipal Council has identified 49 dangerous and structurally weak buildings ahead of the monsoon season as part of its annual public safety inspection drive. The survey was conducted to reduce risks linked to old and dilapidated structures during heavy rainfall. Civic officials are expected to issue notices to property owners for repairs, evacuation or demolition wherever necessary. The move comes as several cities across Goa and western India continue to strengthen pre-monsoon building audits following past incidents of building collapses and structural failures during the rainy season.Read more

26 May 2026

• Jaipur residents and urban planners have raised concerns over a new UDH notification allowing wider commercial activities in residential areas across the city.
• Experts believe the move could increase traffic congestion, parking shortages and pressure on civic infrastructure in housing colonies.
• Officials have warned that hotels, shops and commercial establishments in residential zones may affect the planned character of local neighbourhoods.
• The notification has also triggered legal concerns as courts have earlier stressed the need to protect zoning rules and master plan regulations.
• The development comes amid growing scrutiny over commercial misuse of residential properties in Jaipur and other major Indian cities.Read more

25 May 2026

• Jaipur civic authorities issued a 48-hour demolition notice to the owner of a dangerously tilted five-storey building in the Ramganj area.
• Residents living inside and around the structure were evacuated as a precautionary measure due to fears of collapse.
• The incident has renewed concerns over ageing buildings, unauthorized construction, and weak structural monitoring in Jaipur’s old city.
• Officials warned that the administration could carry out the demolition if the owner fails to comply within the deadline.
• Similar incidents involving unsafe residential structures have previously triggered safety concerns in densely populated parts of Jaipur.Read more