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Maharashtra Cabinet Approves ₹6,000 Crore Loan for Purandar Airport

Representative AI image PUNE: On Tuesday, the state government approved a proposal to raise ₹6,000 crore for land acquisition related to the Purandar airport project. Principal Secretary of Industries, P. Anbalagan, informed TOI that the state cabinet has, in principle, approved the funding for the airport. A special purpose vehicle (SPV), already in place, involves CIDCO holding a 51% stake, with MIDC and PMRDA each holding 15%, and MADC holding 19%. The SPV was established earlier to facilitate the greenfield airport project. Anbalagan stated, “It has been decided to raise approximately ₹6,000 crore for acquiring land for the greenfield airport.…

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Over 30 colonies regularised in Jammu, HC stays process: CM

File Photo JAMMU: The regularization of residential colonies in Jammu was initiated earlier, with the Jammu Development Authority having regularized 31 colonies, but this process was later halted by the high court, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah stated on Wednesday. In response to a query from BJP MLA Sham Lal Sharma in the Assembly regarding the regularization of unauthorized colonies, Abdullah, who also oversees the Housing and Urban Development Department, explained that this process adhered to various government directives issued from 1974 to 2009, along with court instructions from 2010. “The regularization of residential colonies in Jammu began previously, and 31…

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Delhi Approves Metro Phase V Following Centre’s Approval

NEW DELHI: The Delhi government has made a significant advancement in metro expansion plans by approving Phase V(A) of the Delhi Metro project, which includes a critical corridor connecting to the Central Vista, after receiving the necessary clearance from the Centre. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced that the estimated cost of Phase V(A) is Rs 12,014.91 crore, which will bolster public transport infrastructure in the national capital, with the Delhi government contributing Rs 2,940.46 crore towards this cost. The decision was made during a Cabinet meeting led by the Chief Minister, aimed at enhancing and modernizing the public transport system…

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Minister Announces Three New Townships in Himachal Pradesh

Representative AI image SHIMLA: Himachal Pradesh is embarking on significant urban development projects to address the growing housing needs and improve public facilities, stated Town and Country Planning Minister Rajesh Dharmani on Monday. During the board meeting of the Himachal Pradesh Housing and Urban Development Authority (HIMUDA), Dharmani unveiled the approval of initial activities for various key projects, backed by a budget of Rs 5 crore. These initiatives comprise the proposed Him Chandigarh Township at Sheetalpur, Baddi in Solan district, a new township at Morni Hills in Pachhad of Sirmaur district, and a planned urban development at Lunj near Kangra…

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Nagpur’s Phase-III: 55km to Become Metro’s Longest Stretch

Representative AI image NAGPUR: The Nagpur Metro expansion will now include a 25km stretch along the Inner Ring Road, connecting Mankapur Chowk to Rachana Junction (Hingna T-point) as part of Phase 3. Shortly after MahaMetro issued a tender for the Detailed Project Report (DPR) for this phase, it was officially confirmed that this corridor would be a part of the plan. Union Minister Nitin Gadkari also validated its inclusion during a press conference on Monday. This expansion marks Nagpur Metro’s largest undertaking to date, totaling an estimated 54.5 km, as outlined in the Comprehensive Mobility Plan (CMP) approved last July.…

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Developing Areas Within 500 Meters of Nagpur Metro

Representative AI image NAGPUR: MahaMetro has launched Land Use Action Plans (LAPs) pursuant to the Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) strategy to convert Nagpur’s Metro corridors into dense, multimodal growth areas. This was stated by MahaMetro MD Shravan Hardikar during the second session of the Advantage Vidarbha event on Sunday. According to Hardikar, regions within a 500-meter radius of Metro stations will experience increased development density and enhanced land-use efficiency. The LAPs aim to transform station precincts into cohesive urban hubs, ensuring seamless connectivity and improved last-mile access. These zones will facilitate mixed-use development, bringing together offices, educational institutions, retail, healthcare, and…

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FIRs in Manesar for Waste Dumping, Defunct STPs

GURUGRAM: The Municipal Corporation of Manesar (MCM) has announced the registration of FIRs against individuals and entities, particularly residential societies with non-operational sewage treatment plants (STPs), for illegally dumping waste and discharging untreated water. This action is part of the agency’s intensified zero-tolerance policy. Civic body commissioner Pradeep Singh has instructed officials to enhance inspections and enforce immediate action against violators instead of issuing repeated warnings. This directive was issued during a meeting with the Haryana State Industrial and Infrastructure Development Corporation (HSIIDC), where environmental concerns and public hygiene were discussed. Singh emphasized that open dumping of waste and untreated…

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AAI Alerts on Unapproved Construction Near Dehradun Airport

DEHRADUN: The Airports Authority of India (AAI) has raised concerns about illegal construction activities near Jolly Grant Airport, highlighting potential air safety hazards. The AAI emphasized that obtaining prior approval is crucial before initiating any building projects in the airport’s vicinity, noting that violations could lead to regulatory penalties. Airport officials stated that a recent aerodrome safeguarding inspection uncovered numerous residential and commercial buildings erected without the necessary No Objection Certificate (NOC). The authority warned that any construction within designated height-restricted and safeguarded areas without proper authorization could jeopardize flight operations and passenger safety. BCH Negi, the airport director, mentioned…

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Navi Mumbai’s Development Projects Stalled by Land Acquisition Uncertainty

Representative AI image NAVI MUMBAI: The transfer of responsibility from PCMC to Cidco has halted numerous building development projects in rural areas due to uncertainties surrounding land acquisition on privately owned land. The PCMC is requesting clarity from builders, developers, and landowners by needing Cidco’s No Objection Certificate (NOC) to proceed with building plans. However, Cidco has purportedly provided ambiguous responses, claiming that the New Town Development Authority (NTDA) cannot issue NOC for developments on private lands, a stance that PCMC does not accept. Neither PCMC nor Cidco has granted the necessary permissions for developers to begin their proposed projects.…

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Greater Noida Seals 100 Illegal Flats, Recovers 54,000 sq m

Representative AI image NOIDA: The Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority (GNIDA) has recovered over 54,000 square meters of encroached land in five villages in the last two weeks, intensifying efforts against illegal construction in environmentally sensitive areas near the Hindon floodplain. According to officials, the campaign, which took place over the past 16 days, covered Kheda Choganpur, Bhanota, Haibatpur, Chipiyana Khurd, and Rohillapur. As a result, eight unauthorized residential towers with over 100 flats were sealed, and several unlawful structures were demolished. On Friday, the Authority’s team dismantled illegal constructions at Shivam Enclave in Haibatpur village, clearing nearly 7,000 square…