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Dombivli Demolition Halted as Urban Dept Summons KDMC Chief

KALYAN: The Kalyan-Dombivli Municipal Corporation (KDMC) abruptly cancelled the demolition of Samarth Complex, one of 65 illegal buildings built with fake RERA certificates, after officials were summoned by the state urban development department. The final decision now lies with this department. On Tuesday, prior to the planned demolition at 11 AM, residents of Samarth Complex staged a dramatic protest, threatening to self-immolate with bottles of petrol if KDMC proceeded. They claimed the state government had assured them in February that there would be no demolitions. Since 2020, 65 illegal buildings, many on government land, have been constructed in the Dombivli…

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Maharashtra Cabinet Approves ₹2,000 Crore Loan for Urban Projects

MUMBAI: The state cabinet approved borrowing Rs 2,000 crore from the Housing and Urban Development Corporation Ltd (Hudco) on Tuesday to fund various municipal projects under the Urban Infrastructure Development Loan Scheme. An official stated, “This decision will facilitate raising Rs 822 crore for the Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Municipal Corporation’s water supply project, Rs 268.84 crore for four sewage projects in the Nagpur Metropolitan Region, and Rs 116.28 crore for Mira Bhayandar Municipal Corporation’s water supply project.” “Several projects funded by the centrally sponsored Amrut 2.0 Mission, Swachh Bharat Mission 2.0, and the Maharashtra Golden Anniversary Urban Upliftment Mission are in…

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Arunachal Pradesh Cabinet Approves Bill for Urban Growth

ITANAGAR: The Arunachal Pradesh Cabinet has approved a Bill that aims to establish a legal framework for town planning schemes, marking an important advancement towards organizing urban growth and development in the state, as stated by officials. This decision follows the rapid urbanization in the state, with 47 recognized urban centers needing structured planning to prevent unregulated growth. The draft Arunachal Pradesh Urban and Country Planning (Amendment) Bill will be presented in the upcoming Assembly session, allowing for town planning schemes, land pooling, and enabling the state to access Rs 100 crore in capital incentives during the ongoing financial year…

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Gurugram Real Estate Stumbles: Flooded Streets and Empty Sites

Representative AI image NEW DELHI: Gurgaon’s recent infrastructure collapse has severely affected real estate sales, resulting in a notable decrease in site visits by potential buyers, according to developers and brokers. Experts suggest that improved infrastructure and the forthcoming airport may lead Noida to outpace Gurgaon. “We’ve urged the government to prioritize development in Gurgaon, which is a significant revenue source for Haryana but continues to be overlooked. The city’s infrastructure can barely handle a few bouts of rain, causing major disruptions that deter investors. This has visibly impacted sales recently, giving Noida an edge,” stated Praveen Jain, chairman emeritus…

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Height Limits Set for 20km Near Noida Airport; YEIDA to Revise Bylaws

Representative AI image NOIDA: The Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA) has initiated a revision of its building bylaws to align with the height restrictions outlined by the Airports Authority of India (AAI) for the 20km radius surrounding the Noida International Airport in Jewar. This official decision, taken during a board meeting on Saturday, is set to reshape the skyline for thousands intending to reside, work, or develop industries near one of India’s most ambitious aviation projects. YEIDA’s actions come shortly after the AAI unveiled its Colour-Coded Zoning Map (CCZM), which provides detailed guidelines on the maximum height permissible for…

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Madurai Metro and NHAI Plans Collide in Thirumangalam

Representative AI image MADURAI: The Madurai Metro rail project has encountered planning challenges as its proposed route conflicts with the National Highways Authority of India’s (NHAI) plans for vehicular underpasses at accident-prone areas along the Thirumangalam stretch. The issue arises at two key intersections—Sipcot and Thoppur—where NHAI aims to construct underpasses to enhance road safety as part of its “Zero Fatality Highways” initiative. Meanwhile, CMRL’s metro design features a median alignment that follows the same highway post-Thirumangalam. CMRL and NHAI are currently exploring options to harmonize metro infrastructure with NHAI’s plans, which could involve raising the height of metro pillars…

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Jaipur Civic Body Criticized for Unsafe Buildings

JAIPUR: A tragic building collapse in Subhash Chowk claimed two lives and injured several others late Friday night. The 100-year-old four-storey structure gave way after heavy rain, prompting a visit from acting mayor Kusum Yadav, who faced backlash from locals for the municipal administration’s alleged negligence leading to this disaster. Efforts to rescue and clear debris continued throughout Saturday. The collapse, occurring around 1am, resulted in the deaths of Prabhat (33) and his daughter Pihu (5). Sumitra (27), Prabhat’s wife, is currently in critical condition at SMS Hospital with severe spinal injuries, along with multiple fractures. Other injured residents are…

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Approval for ₹136 Crore Project at Thiruvananthapuram Airport

Representative AI image THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: In a significant advancement for airport development in the city, the Union Environment Ministry’s Expert Appraisal Committee (EAC) has recommended environmental clearance (EC) for the proposed city-side development project at Thiruvananthapuram International Airport. The project, initiated by Adani Airport Holdings Ltd (AAHL) at Chackai within the airport grounds, aims to establish a major hospitality and commercial hub with an investment of ₹136.31 crore. Sources familiar with the matter indicated that the EC is expected to be officially granted in the next three months, allowing construction to begin. The design includes a 240-room hotel, food and beverage…

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DTCP Dismantles Illegal Gates and Guard Room in Gurugram 85

Representative AI image GURUGRAM: The Department of Town and Country Planning (DTCP) conducted a demolition operation in New Gurgaon on Thursday, targeting illegal gates installed by a developer. According to DTCP officials, Orris Infrastructure constructed gates and assigned guards along 24-meter-wide sector roads in Sector 85 “to restrict public access,” leading to complaints from residents. In response to these complaints, a DTCP team, led by town planner Amit Madholia, visited the site and removed two gates obstructing the sector roads. The team also dismantled a guard room built in the middle of the road. Officials noted that Orris not only…

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YEIDA Approves Developed Plots for Farmers in Hathras, Agra

Representative Image NOIDA: The Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA) held a board meeting on Saturday, approving several significant proposals, including the allocation of developed plots to farmers, the development of 29 smart villages, and the establishment of urban centers in Hathras and Agra. As part of its policy to allocate 7% of acquired land as residential plots for farmers, officials reported that 6,260 allotment letters have been issued across 29 villages, including Rampur Bangar, Atta Gujran, Chandpur, and Dankaur, with land development completed in eight villages. For land acquisitions between 2007 and 2013, a government order dated August 29,…