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Govt to Demolish DLF-1 in Gurugram After HC Stays S+4 Policy

Representative AI image GURUGRAM: Following a stay on the stilt-plus-four-floor (S+4) policy by the Punjab and Haryana High Court, the government has initiated a systematic crackdown aimed at removing illegal house extensions that encroach on public pathways. The enforcement efforts will kick off this Saturday in DLF-1. District Town Planner (Enforcement) Amit Madholia has urged residents to voluntarily dismantle encroachments to avoid demolition. Additional Chief Secretary (Town and Country Planning) Anurag Aggarwal issued the directive on April 16, instructing agencies to rectify right-of-way violations by April 22. The high court, in its review of petitions including Sunil Singh vs. State…

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Maharashtra Launches 60 Private Property Registration Centers in July

Representative AI image PUNE: Property buyers and sellers in Maharashtra are set to benefit from quicker registrations and enhanced services as the state registration department gears up to introduce 60 privately operated registration centers starting this July. Inspired by the “passport seva kendra” model, these centers aim to simplify the registration process, albeit at an added cost to citizens. They will work alongside the state’s existing 517 government-operated registration offices. The initiative was first revealed last year by the revenue department and will be carried out in three phases. The initial phase will introduce five centers in high-traffic districts like…

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Gurugram to Offer Doorstep Demolition Waste Pickup and Inspections

Representative AI image GURUGRAM: The Municipal Corporation of Gurugram (MCG) is set to initiate a door-to-door collection of construction and demolition (C&D) waste while enhancing disposal measures. Between January and March of this year, the civic body conducted 646 inspections at construction sites to boost enforcement. These updates were discussed during a review meeting held by the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) last Friday. An official stated that this initiative is part of a larger strategy to improve waste management and minimize dust pollution, both crucial for addressing the city’s worsening air quality. MCG Commissioner Pradeep Dahiya elaborated on…

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AP government accelerates LRS clearances before April 23 deadline

Representative AI image VIJAYAWADA: As the deadline for the Layout Regularisation Scheme (LRS) approaches next week, the state government is increasing efforts to boost revenue by accelerating the processing of outstanding applications in urban local bodies. Municipal Administration and Urban Development Minister P. Narayana conducted a review with town planning officials and municipal commissioners via teleconference, urging them to immediately process all eligible applications. He emphasized that undue delays not only inconvenience applicants but also hamper the state’s revenue collection efforts. The minister stated that town planning officials and commissioners would be held accountable for any lapses in application processing.…

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Lucknow Development Body Offers OTS for 4,000 Defaulters

LUCKNOW: Approximately 4,000 defaulters in the city are expected to benefit from the Lucknow Development Authority (LDA), which is launching camps for the One-Time Settlement (OTS) program starting Saturday. This initiative allows defaulters to relieve themselves from penalties and compounded interest while clearing their dues to regularize ownership. Submitted applications will be processed within three months. Defaulters who pay the full amount within 30 days will receive a 3% discount. For dues exceeding Rs 50 lakh, one-third must be settled within 30 days, with the remaining balance payable in six monthly installments. A help desk has been established at the…

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GVMC Launches Citywide Slum Survey in Visakhapatnam

VISAKHAPATNAM: The Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation (GVMC) has initiated an extensive survey of 66 slums throughout the city to evaluate housing, infrastructure, and amenities. According to the survey results, slums that have reached a certain developmental threshold will be denotified, while others will be redeveloped through a public-private partnership (PPP) model. This initiative is part of a larger plan under NITI Aayog’s Vizag Growth Hub aimed at enhancing the Visakhapatnam Economic Region. Two slums—Velampeta and Indira Nagar—have already been earmarked for redevelopment under the PPP model, with tenders currently issued. The GVMC also intends to amend the Municipal Corporation Act…

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Nashik to Launch Drive for Rainwater Harvesting Checks

NASHIK: The Nashik Municipal Corporation (NMC) is set to launch an inspection drive to verify the functionality of rainwater harvesting systems across the city. In line with current regulations, the installation of rainwater harvesting systems is compulsory for all buildings, both residential and commercial, on plots of 500 sqm or larger. Mayor Himgauri Aher emphasized this directive during a recent planning department meeting aimed at assessing the effectiveness of rainwater harvesting for groundwater replenishment. During the meeting, officials reviewed the enforcement of the mandatory rainwater harvesting requirement for buildings exceeding 500 sqm and evaluated the operational status of existing systems.…

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Surat: No Property Tax for Pragya Nagar Residents

SURAT: Residents of Pragya Nagar in the City Light area have been advised by Surat Municipal Corporation officials that they will not have to pay property tax for the demolished colony. This follows the issuance of tax bills for 2025-26, despite the colony being razed in 2025. The Times of India (TOI) had highlighted this issue, prompting action from the municipal body. The situation surfaced when residents of approximately 700 homes expressed concerns about receiving tax bills despite having evacuation notices in 2024 and demolition occurring in 2025. On Thursday, residents found that the online portal indicated no pending dues.…

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Mangaluru Sand Shortage Raises House Prices by ₹2 Lakh

MANGALURU: As the monsoon season approaches, construction activities are expected to face delays, leading builders and contractors to rush for sand. This shortage has driven construction costs up significantly, with the price of a standard house rising by around ₹2.25 lakh. Four years after sand mining was restricted in Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) areas, contractors are finding it increasingly difficult to stay within budget on their projects. Satish Jogi, vice-president of the Civil Contractors Association, noted during a press conference on Friday that the sand scarcity has persisted for the past three to four years, primarily due to the ongoing…

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900+ Acres of Mhada Layouts to Be Redeveloped in Mumbai

Certainly! Here’s a rewritten version of the given content, keeping the core information intact: Representative Image MUMBAI: In the coming years, a dozen Mhada layouts, covering 923 acres throughout the city, will be redeveloped, facilitating the rehabilitation of 75,445 residents currently living there, according to Sanjeev Jaiswal, vice-president and CEO of Mhada. The rehabilitation process is expected to take place over 5-10 years following the start of construction. During a media briefing on Friday, Jaiswal shared that some of the redevelopment projects have already been awarded, while tenders are being invited for others. Specifically, redevelopment proposals for the 250-acre Charkop…