31 Dec 2025

Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has distributed work orders under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Urban scheme to 855 urban poor beneficiaries in Sambalpur, aiming to support construction of pucca homes for low-income families. The event, held in the municipal area, also saw foundation stones laid for several development projects worth millions of rupees. The minister noted that providing safe and dignified housing to economically disadvantaged urban families remains a priority, and highlighted the government's commitment to ensuring scheme benefits reach eligible beneficiaries. The initiative forms part of broader efforts to improve urban living conditions, infrastructure and civic amenities in the district.Read more

30 Dec 2025

The Jaipur Municipal Corporation has carried out a demolition operation in the Hawa Mahal-Amber zone to remove unauthorised structures built on government land, signalling a stricter approach to illegal construction in the city. The action targeted encroachments on a demarcated parcel of civic land where buildings had been raised without approval, following repeated complaints and official verification of the encroachment. Additional unauthorised construction in a residential colony was also demolished during the drive. Officials emphasised that encroachments on public land will not be tolerated and that the municipal authority will continue close monitoring and immediate action against violations in the zone.Read more

30 Dec 2025

The Central Industrial Security Force has begun a focused training programme for personnel of the Uttar Pradesh Special Security Force who will be deployed on the Namo Bharat regional rapid transit corridor. The six-day course is being conducted at CISF's Kavach training facility under its Delhi Metro unit. The first batch includes 40 officers, including a Commandant-rank officer, with plans to train around 240 personnel in phases. The programme focuses on the use of baggage screening systems and station-level security procedures for the new corridor.Read more

30 Dec 2025

A technical disruption in Aadhaar-based verification has caused widespread delays in property registrations and rental agreements across Maharashtra, impacting buyers, tenants, developers and landlords. The malfunction affected the state's online e-registration system, forcing applicants to revert to physical visits at sub-registrar offices along with witnesses. This led to congestion, longer processing times and postponement of scheduled transactions, particularly in major urban centres. Developers also faced hurdles in completing first-sale registrations, while thousands of leave-and-licence agreements remained pending. The episode has underscored the risks of over-reliance on digital authentication systems and highlighted the need for robust backup mechanisms.Read more

30 Dec 2025

A Jaipur-based real estate developer has accused officials of the Jaipur Development Authority (JDA) of illegally altering ownership records of land it claims to have lawfully acquired over two decades ago. The company alleges that an unauthorised document was created without its consent and later used to divide the land and modify official records. The developer has sought criminal and departmental action against those involved and restoration of original records. JDA officials have said the complaint will be reviewed at the zonal level and action will follow as per procedure.Read more

30 Dec 2025

The Department of Town and Country Planning in Gurugram has initiated enforcement action against Sewa Corporate Park on MG Road for alleged unauthorised subdivision and sale of commercial units. Officials said the project had approvals for change of land use and occupation but was later split into shops and offices without the mandatory licence under state planning laws. A show-cause notice has been issued, and registrations of further sale deeds have been halted. Authorities are reviewing executed sale deeds to assess the extent of violations, while the municipal corporation may take separate action for breach of land-use conditions. The move reflects stricter enforcement to curb unauthorised commercial development and safeguard buyer interests.Read more

29 Dec 2025

The Maharashtra Pollution Control Board recently issued a closure notice to a ready mix concrete (RMC) plant operating at the Mandale Metro project in Mankhurd for violating air pollution control norms. This follows a similar stop work notice earlier issued at an RMC plant managed by J Kumar Infraprojects at the Metro Line 2B site in Bandra Kurla Complex. Inspections across Mumbai and Navi Mumbai have led to fines totaling INR 1.87 crore and closure notices for multiple plants. Authorities have intensified enforcement to ensure construction sites comply with pollution mitigation measures and safeguard air quality.Read more

29 Dec 2025

Delhi Police's Crime Branch has busted an organised property fraud syndicate that duped a woman of INR 12.04 crore through a fake sale of a luxury apartment at DLF Camellias in Gurugram. Five accused have been arrested for using forged bank auction documents to falsely claim ownership of the property. Investigations revealed that the defrauded amount was routed through multiple bank accounts to conceal transactions. Police believe the group has carried out similar scams across states, with total fraud proceeds estimated to exceed INR 200 crore.Read more

29 Dec 2025

State-owned NBCC has reached a settlement with the Delhi government to resolve a long-pending land dispute, under which it will receive a 21.23-acre land parcel in Ghitorni, south Delhi. The land forms part of a larger 42.46-acre site that will be equally divided between NBCC and the state government. NBCC plans to develop a mixed-use real estate project on its share, with estimated revenue of around INR 8,500 crore. As part of the settlement, the company will pay a total of INR 220 crore to the Delhi government, including land premium, interest and arrears of ground rent. The settlement is to be submitted before the Delhi High Court.Read more

29 Dec 2025

The Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation has issued a notice to CIDCO regarding lapses in the implementation of prescribed pollution control measures at ongoing mass housing project sites within its jurisdiction. The civic body has emphasised strict compliance with the standard operating procedures related to air and noise pollution at construction sites to maintain air quality across the city. During recent inspections, violations were observed at CIDCO-led housing project sites near Juinagar railway station in Sanpada and in Vashi. The corporation has directed CIDCO to implement corrective measures and submit a compliance report within a stipulated timeframe, failing which action, including construction stoppage, may be initiated as per regulations.Read more