Mumbai News Desk

03 May 2026

The Maharashtra Housing and Area Development Authority (MHADA) has extended the application deadline for its Mumbai housing lottery, offering 2,640 flats across key locations in the city. Applicants can now apply until May 14, with EMD payments accepted until May 15. The lottery draw has been rescheduled to June 5. The extension comes after a slower-than-expected response, with applications yet to cross 40,000. The scheme continues to cater to multiple income groups and remains one of the most accessible government-backed housing opportunities in Mumbai.Read more

03 May 2026

The Supreme Court has directed a Magistrate’s court to proceed with trial in an INR 50 crore cheque dishonour case linked to a financial dispute between members of the Sheth real estate family. The case involves allegations of fraud, breach of trust and misconduct against financier Viren Gala, who had acted as a guarantor in a 2021 settlement concerning share transfers in Sheth group entities. The cheque issued as part of the arrangement was later dishonoured, triggering legal proceedings. Earlier orders setting aside the complaint have been overturned, reviving the case for judicial examination amid questions over escrow assurances and intermediary roles in high-value settlements.Read more

03 May 2026

The Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authority conducted an e-lottery process this week at its Rayapudi office for the allotment of returnable plots to farmers who contributed land for Amaravati, the proposed People’s Capital. A total of 37 plots were allotted to 17 farmers from nine villages, along with five farmers from Undavalli who gave land for the Seed Axis Road project. The process was held in the presence of farmers through a live random selection system. Provisional certificates were handed over by the Additional Commissioner, while officials urged farmers to complete registration and await GIS-based land demarcation support.Read more

02 May 2026

The Ministry of Labour & Employment has issued a nationwide advisory directing states and Union Territories to implement measures to protect workers amid rising temperatures and heatwave conditions. The advisory calls for rescheduling work hours, provision of drinking water, rest areas, and workplace cooling arrangements, particularly for outdoor and labour-intensive sectors. Employers have been asked to ensure health monitoring and emergency preparedness, while agencies such as ESIC and EPFO have been instructed to strengthen support systems. The move comes as temperatures have crossed 40°C in several regions, including Delhi, highlighting risks for construction workers and daily wage earners.Read more

02 May 2026

The Chief Secretary of Andhra Pradesh inspected key ongoing infrastructure and development works in Amaravati during a field visit earlier this week. The review covered major projects including steel bridges under Seed Access Road Phase-3, land pooling scheme development in LPS Zone-5D, and the construction of iconic government towers. Officials presented updates on connectivity works, drainage, power networks, and administrative buildings being developed as part of the capital region plan. A detailed review meeting was also held at the APCRDA office to assess overall progress and planning for the capital city.Read more

02 May 2026

The Andhra Pradesh High Court has directed the demolition of an unauthorised beach resort near Thotlakonda in Visakhapatnam, citing violations of Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) norms and lack of statutory approvals. The property, originally leased by the Andhra Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation (APTDC) for a small tourism facility, was allegedly expanded into a full-scale resort with permanent structures and hospitality operations. Following inspections and a demolition order issued by the Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation (GVMC), the court upheld the action and instructed authorities to complete demolition within three weeks. The ruling reinforces regulatory oversight in coastal zones and raises scrutiny over land-use deviations in tourism-linked real estate developments.Read more

02 May 2026

The Bombay High Court has dismissed a petition challenging the redevelopment of a large housing cluster in Wadala, enabling Sahakar Nagar Co-operative Housing Society to appoint a new developer after prolonged delays. The project, involving over 800 residential units across 46 buildings constructed in the late 1950s, had remained stalled for more than a decade under the previous developer. The court’s decision removes legal hurdles and permits redevelopment to move forward, offering relief to residents living in ageing structures. A mediator has been appointed to address pending disputes, while the newly selected developer is expected to undertake reconstruction, marking progress in a long-delayed urban renewal project in Mumbai.Read more

02 May 2026

The Telangana Fire Department has started consultations with real estate developers to revise the Fire Services Act, 1999, with a focus on widening its scope and improving compliance. A key proposal is to include buildings below 15 metres under fire safety regulations, as most incidents occur in such structures. Authorities also plan to simplify the fire NOC process and strengthen enforcement. Industry bodies like CREDAI and NAREDCO have been involved for feedback. The move follows low compliance levels and recent inspections that exposed safety gaps across several buildings in the state.Read more

Mumbai News Desk

02 May 2026

The Supreme Court has asked Larsen & Toubro (L&T) to vacate a prime bungalow in Mumbai’s Pali Hill area, ending a legal dispute that has continued for over two decades. The property, valued at around INR 1,000 crore, was occupied by former chairman A.M. Naik. The court declined to interfere with earlier rulings, including the Bombay High Court’s eviction order. The decision reinforces ownership rights in long-pending tenancy matters and brings closure to one of Mumbai’s high-value residential property disputes.Read more

02 May 2026

The Belagavi City Corporation has intensified action against unauthorised constructions, including partial demolition of a multi-storey building in Maruti Galli. The move reflects a stricter enforcement approach but has also raised concerns over lack of prior notice and procedural clarity. Reports suggest some illegal structures had earlier received approvals such as completion certificates and property identification numbers, pointing to administrative lapses. The crackdown follows earlier probes into building violations and irregular approvals, bringing attention to gaps in monitoring, coordination, and accountability within the city’s planning and enforcement system.Read more