19 Jun 2026

• The Bombay High Court is hearing fresh proceedings related to land reserved for burial grounds in Thane, following allegations of encroachment and non-compliance with earlier judicial directions.
• Petitioners have claimed that portions of land earmarked for Christian burial grounds continue to face unauthorised occupation despite previous court orders protecting the reservation.
• A contempt plea has also been filed against civic authorities, alleging failure to implement directions concerning the disputed land.
• The case has renewed focus on the protection of reserved public utility lands and the responsibilities of local authorities in enforcing planning regulations.Read more

Mumbai News Desk

19 Jun 2026

The Dharavi Redevelopment Project (DRP) has introduced digital twin technology to support resident verification and eligibility assessments under the Mumbai redevelopment programme. The system creates a virtual model of Dharavi’s built environment, enabling authorities to map structures, verify occupancy records and cross-check resident information more accurately. Officials said the technology is intended to improve transparency, reduce discrepancies and streamline the rehabilitation process. The initiative forms part of ongoing surveys and eligibility verification exercises across Dharavi.Read more

Mumbai News Desk

19 Jun 2026

Mumbai’s water reserves have fallen to 10.7% of total storage capacity, prompting the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) to review whether stricter water conservation measures are needed. The assessment comes after a 10% water supply cut was imposed across Mumbai and neighbouring areas due to declining reservoir levels. With the city dependent on seven lakes for drinking water, officials are evaluating current stocks, consumption trends and contingency measures to ensure adequate supply until monsoon inflows improve reservoir levels.Read more

18 Jun 2026

Mumbai has imposed fresh water conservation measures after reservoir storage levels dropped to 10.35% of total capacity following the city's driest June in more than a decade. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has temporarily disconnected water supply to construction sites and suspended new water connections for such projects from June 17. Water supply to industrial and commercial establishments, as well as sports clubs, has also been reduced by 20%, adding to an earlier 10% cut implemented in May. The restrictions come as Maharashtra recorded rainfall approximately 75% below normal during the first half of June. With the city's seven reservoirs holding enough water for only around 40 days, concerns have emerged over long-term water security and the impact of delayed monsoon rains on urban infrastructure and development activity.Read more

18 Jun 2026

The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) has intensified enforcement action against unauthorised constructions across the capital, demolishing 217 properties and sealing 237 establishments since the beginning of June. The crackdown follows the fatal Malviya Nagar hotel fire that triggered heightened scrutiny of building safety, land-use violations and unauthorised development. During the same period, authorities issued 330 show-cause notices for illegal construction, 151 sealing notices and 91 demolition orders. Parallel inspections conducted by the Revenue Department covered 773 properties across Delhi between June 5 and June 15. The drive spans residential, commercial and mixed-use properties, with authorities examining compliance with building regulations, fire safety requirements and land-use norms. Officials have indicated that enforcement measures will continue across all districts as part of a wider effort to curb unauthorised construction and improve public safety.Read more

18 Jun 2026

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has conducted searches at 17 locations across Mumbai, Khandala and New Delhi as part of a money laundering investigation linked to alleged irregularities in a corporate insolvency resolution process involving loans originally sanctioned by Yes Bank. The action covered premises associated with Suraksha Asset Reconstruction Company Ltd (SARCL), Suraksha Realty Ltd, Khyati Realtors Pvt Ltd, their promoters, directors, employees and a former Yes Bank employee. Investigators are examining the assignment of loans granted during FY2016-17 and FY2017-18, including facilities extended to Mackstar Marketing Pvt Ltd. The probe focuses on allegations of collusion in the acquisition of stressed assets, undervaluation of assets, questionable creditor claims and voting practices during insolvency proceedings, alongside concerns regarding transparency in the resolution process.Read more

Mumbai News Desk

18 Jun 2026

A fire broke out at the under-construction Mumbai Metro Line 2B site near Bandra Reclamation flyover, prompting the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) to initiate a safety probe into the incident. Officials confirmed that no structural damage was reported to the metro viaduct and no injuries occurred, although the blaze led to temporary disruption in the area. The incident occurred near a key elevated section of the Metro 2B corridor connecting Bandra East and West, where construction activity is ongoing as part of Mumbai’s expanding metro network.Read more

18 Jun 2026

Jammu and Kashmir Police have intensified action against property owners who failed to comply with mandatory tenant verification rules in Jammu. In a recent enforcement drive, several landlords were booked and FIRs were registered for not submitting tenant details or completing police verification before renting out their properties. The crackdown was carried out under district-level security directions aimed at improving monitoring of tenants, domestic helpers, and paying guests. Authorities stated that non-compliance weakens security systems and have urged all property owners to strictly follow verification procedures to avoid legal consequences.Read more

18 Jun 2026

• The Supreme Court has agreed to examine a plea seeking stronger protection for homebuyers under subvention-based housing schemes.
• The petition argues that financial liability should be shared between developers and lenders in case of project delays or non-delivery of flats.
• It seeks a structured mechanism to protect buyers from loan repayment burdens when possession is not given.
• The plea also demands clearer regulatory controls on fund disbursal linked to construction progress.
• Notices have been issued to the Centre and other stakeholders for their responses.Read more

18 Jun 2026

The Enforcement Directorate has attached assets worth around INR 503 crore in its ongoing money-laundering investigation against Raheja Developers. The action is linked to allegations of fraud involving homebuyers and suspected diversion of funds collected from multiple housing projects. Earlier attachments in the same case had already taken the total value of seized properties beyond INR 1,100 crore. With the latest move, the cumulative value of attached assets in the case has risen to nearly INR 1,617 crore, involving the company, its promoter Navin M Raheja, and associated family members.Read more