07 May 2025

A special court in Lucknow has declared Shine City Group promoter Rashid Naseem a fugitive economic offender under the FEOA 2018, following allegations of INR 800-1,000 crore fraud through real estate and MLM schemes. The Enforcement Directorate, acting on 554 FIRs filed in Uttar Pradesh, has attached assets worth INR 128 crore for confiscation. Naseem, absconding since 2019 and believed to be in Dubai, failed to respond to a Red Notice and non-bailable warrant. The ED's move aims to recover defrauded funds and deliver justice to investors, highlighting the critical need for regulatory oversight and investor caution in real estate ventures.Read more

07 May 2025

The National Green Tribunal has issued a show-cause notice to TDI City in Mohali over serious environmental violations, including non-functional sewage treatment plants (STPs) and illegal discharge of untreated wastewater. A joint inspection by the PPCB, CPCB, and local authorities found the township's STPs failed to meet BOD, TSS, and faecal coliform standards. Waste from a nearby colony was also found contaminating land owned by the Emaar Group. The NGT cited violations under the Water and Air Acts and warned of further regulatory action based on pending water analysis results. The case highlights growing concerns over STP failures across India.Read more

07 May 2025

The Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC) has issued final notices to 184 housing societies for failing to operate mandatory sewage treatment plants (STPs), as required under the Unified Development Control and Promotion Regulations (UDCPR) for large residential projects. Out of 456 eligible societies, 192 have non-functional or inactive STPs. The civic body has warned of water supply disconnections if compliance is not ensured. While PCMC urges sustainable water reuse, residents allege that faulty STPs were installed by builders and approved without proper checks. The issue has reignited debates over accountability in urban infrastructure and housing project clearances.Read more

07 May 2025

The Supreme Court recently reaffirmed that upon the partition of a joint Hindu family, each member's share transforms into self-acquired property, granting them the absolute right to sell, transfer, or bequeath it. This landmark decision underscores the legal autonomy of individuals post-partition, emphasizing that such property no longer remains under the joint family system. Legal experts highlight that this judgment reinforces the principle that once a partition is legally executed, the property ceases to be joint, and each member gains full control over their designated share.Read more

07 May 2025

The Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA) has directed Bayview Bhutani Film City Private Limited, a consortium led by filmmaker Boney Kapoor and the Bhutani Group, to refrain from commencing construction or organizing any foundation-laying ceremonies for the proposed Film City in Sector 21 along the Yamuna Expressway. YEIDA emphasized that the developers must first secure approvals for the layout and building plans of the film studios and film institute, which are the core components of the project. The concession agreement, signed in June 2024, mandates the commencement of construction within one year, failing which a penalty of INR 1.5 lakh per day will be imposed.Read more

06 May 2025

In a push to improve civic services, the Nagpur Improvement Trust (NIT) has proposed the transfer of 185 developed Gunthewari layouts to the Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC) for maintenance. Despite two reminders, NIT is awaiting a formal response from NMC. Residents in these areas face issues like poor road upkeep and garbage collection due to the delayed handover. Under the Gunthewari Act, NIT developed basic infrastructure in these layouts, but long-term maintenance falls under NMC's responsibility. With 406 more layouts nearing completion, the transfer marks a move toward streamlined urban governance and improved service delivery through unified municipal oversight.Read more

06 May 2025

The Kalyan-Dombivli Municipal Corporation (KDMC) recently demolished 167 illegal structures in Titwala's Baneli area, including plinths for unauthorized rooms and three completed illegal constructions. Despite resistance from locals, the operation proceeded under tight security. This action is part of KDMC's intensified crackdown on unauthorized development, driven by safety concerns and legal violations. The move follows revelations of a RERA-related scam involving 65 builders who sold flats using forged approvals. In response, KDMC has escalated its demolition drives to prevent illegal construction from taking root, aiming to uphold urban planning norms and protect unsuspecting homebuyers from fraud.Read more

06 May 2025

The Enforcement Directorate has launched a sweeping investigation into Ansal Properties and Infrastructure Ltd, raiding multiple offices across Delhi-NCR and Lucknow earlier this week in connection with the alleged misappropriation of over INR 600 crore from homebuyers. This follows earlier findings by UP RERA highlighting financial violations by the developer. Promoters Pranav and Sushil Ansal are under scrutiny for serious offences, including fraud and misuse of funds. The firm, now declared insolvent, is under CIRP. UP RERA had previously penalised the company and barred it from selling properties due to regulatory violations.Read more

06 May 2025

In response to rising homebuyer complaints, the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) has launched an awareness campaign highlighting the importance of Completion Certificates (CCs) and Occupancy Certificates (OCs) in housing projects. These documents are essential for accessing basic services like water, electricity, and sewerage. BMC officials noted that many developers hand over properties without securing the required approvals, leaving residents without essential amenities. The campaign aims to educate buyers on the legal and safety implications of missing certifications. This initiative aligns with RERA's intent to enforce accountability in real estate, reinforcing BMC's push for better compliance and buyer protection.Read more

06 May 2025

The Kanpur Municipal Corporation (KMC) has launched a major anti-encroachment drive to combat urban congestion and waterlogging ahead of the monsoon. Over 500 illegal structures-ranging from tin sheds to permanent buildings-were removed across all six city zones, particularly those obstructing drains and stormwater routes. Notable clearances occurred in Zones 1 and 3, where extensive encroachments along key drainage paths were dismantled. The campaign also involved desilting efforts and removal of unauthorized shops, hoardings, and obstructions. With local resistance in some areas, authorities enforced the action with police support. This drive supports state directives aimed at improving drainage and public space access.Read more