Delhi News Desk

19 Feb 2026

Delhi has introduced the Bhu Aadhaar system, giving each land parcel a 14-digit Unique Land Parcel Identification Number (ULPIN). The system links textual records with geo-referenced maps, offering precise information on ownership, size, and location. A pilot in West Delhi has already assigned ULPINs to 274 parcels. Part of the Digital India Land Records Modernisation Programme, the initiative aims to reduce disputes, prevent fraudulent registrations, and simplify property transactions, taxation, and planning by providing a permanent digital identifier for every land parcel.Read more

19 Feb 2026

Gujarat is revising its civil aviation policy to support domestic seaplane manufacturing and operations in line with the Union government's recent initiatives. The state plans to earmark port-adjacent areas for manufacturing units and introduce incentives for local production. Feasibility studies will assess potential routes connecting Ahmedabad with Dharoi, Somnath, and Dwarka, and tenders for the suspended Ahmedabad-Ektanagar service will be reissued. The move complements the Centre's viability gap funding scheme and tourism-focused incentives, aiming to revive regional air connectivity while boosting local aerospace manufacturing capabilities.Read more

18 Feb 2026

The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has revised toll rules for National Expressways that are partially operational. Under the new amendment, tolls on incomplete expressway sections will be charged at standard National Highway rates instead of the usual expressway fee, which is 25% higher. This change, effective mid February, will remain valid for up to one year or until full expressway completion. Authorities aim to encourage motorists to use open stretches, reduce congestion on parallel highways, improve logistics efficiency, and make travel more economical and seamless.Read more

Visakhapatnam News Desk

18 Feb 2026

The Andhra Pradesh government has given the go-ahead to set up the first Slum Rehabilitation Authority (SRA) in Visakhapatnam, aiming to accelerate slum redevelopment, improve living conditions and streamline rehabilitation processes. The decision follows approval of a detailed project report, and the authority will be tasked with preparing slum redevelopment plans, coordinating with civic bodies and implementing rehabilitation schemes in the city. Officials said the move is intended to address longstanding issues related to informal settlements, enhance infrastructure and unlock urban renewal opportunities. The authority will work on land pooling, redevelopment incentives, and integrating slum pockets with existing city planning frameworks. Government sources noted that the initiative could serve as a model for other cities in Andhra Pradesh, reflecting a growing focus on inclusive urban development.Read more

Mumbai News Desk

18 Feb 2026

Residents of Old Kurla, New Kurla and Buddha Nagar have approached the Bombay High Court to halt construction work on a metro project alignment that they say will reduce road clearance to about 3.5 metres, risking serious traffic and safety issues on a key local artery. They argue that authorities such as the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA), Mumbai civic bodies and metro officials have not addressed repeated safety concerns. Their plea follows heightened anxiety after a recent metro construction accident in Mulund, prompting calls for a safer solution.Read more

Pune News Desk

18 Feb 2026

A Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) enforcement action has resulted in a private real estate developer being fined INR 10 lakh for illegally dumping construction debris on the Mutha riverbed near key city landmarks, including areas close to the PMC headquarters, Amruteshwar Ghat and Jayantrao Tilak Bridge. The civic body also sealed the associated construction site and issued a stop-work order, with officials initiating criminal proceedings against the builder and associated parties for environmental violations. The action followed public outcry after images of debris disposal circulated on social media, prompting a probe by the solid waste management department. PMC authorities said they are drafting new debris management policies and plan to establish dedicated secured dumping centres across the city to prevent further unlawful waste disposal and protect river ecology.Read more

18 Feb 2026

The Himachal Pradesh Cabinet has approved major policy and welfare measures covering healthcare, education, social security, and administrative reforms. Key decisions include modernizing medical infrastructure with an INR 1,617.40 crore outlay, creating hundreds of new positions in healthcare and education, establishing drug testing laboratories, launching nutritional and educational schemes for women and children, increasing marriage grants for persons with disabilities, and enhancing digital and CBSE school infrastructure. These initiatives aim to improve service delivery, reduce external dependency, and promote inclusive social development in the state.Read more

Delhi News Desk

18 Feb 2026

The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) will re-acquire 123 disputed land parcels in South Delhi after the Supreme Court upheld its right to reclaim encroached land, officials said. The parcels, spread across key localities, had been subject to legal disputes and unauthorised occupation over several years. Following the apex court's ruling in DDA's favour, the civic agency will initiate formal re-acquisition proceedings, which include issuing notices to occupants and completing statutory conveyance processes under the Land Acquisition Act and relevant development regulations. The decision is expected to strengthen DDA's ability to enforce land use plans, curtail encroachments and recover critical urban land for planned infrastructure and public use. Authorities indicated that the action underscores renewed focus on upholding land administration norms and development controls in the capital.Read more

Bangalore News Desk

18 Feb 2026

The Bangalore Development Authority (BDA) has established a two-member committee of retired district judges to investigate a controversial demolition drive carried out in the Thanisandra area of north Bengaluru on 8 January, which has sparked allegations of improper procedure and possible land grab. The authority said the panel will review whether legal processes were followed in the removal of structures on land it claims as BDA property in Arkavathi Layout, a move that followed earlier encroachment clearance operations in the city. Residents and affected families have contested the demolitions, asserting that dozens of homes were razed without adequate notice and that many occupants had documents such as e-khata certificates and tax receipts. The inquiry is expected to begin after late February and assess documents including proof of occupation and notices served before the demolition.Read more

18 Feb 2026

The Government of Odisha is set to roll out a QR-code based system on land ownership documents to strengthen land administration, speed up verification and curb property fraud, officials said in a release. Under the initiative, each land patta or Record of Rights (RoR) will carry a unique QR code linked to centralized digital land records. By scanning the code with a smartphone, users will be able to instantly access detailed information such as ownership history, parcel location and transaction records, extending beyond the traditional encumbrance certificate window and reducing reliance on paper-based verification. The system developed under the state's land record modernisation programme is expected to enhance transparency, reduce disputes and make property transactions more efficient and secure.Read more