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MDDA Recovers 10,000 Bighas of Encroached Land in Dehradun

Representative AI image DEHRADUN: The Mussoorie Dehradun Development Authority (MDDA) has reported that it removed encroachments from over 10,000 bighas in Dehradun and sealed more than 1,000 illegal constructions in the last three years. Officials characterized this initiative as the most comprehensive and decisive campaign against unauthorized construction and plotting within its jurisdiction. “This action is not only historic in scale but has also instilled fear among those participating in illegal activities and rule violations,” stated MDDA vice-chairperson Bansidhar Tiwari. Officials noted that illegal constructions are regularly identified, leading to strict legal enforcement through sealing and demolitions. Tiwari emphasized that…

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13 Builders Fined for Water Extraction; Noida Claims Legality

NOIDA: Contradictory statements have surfaced from the Uttar Pradesh Pollution Control Board (UPPCB) and Noida Authority in two separate affidavits filed with the National Green Tribunal (NGT) regarding a plea for action against builders for illegal groundwater extraction in Greater Noida. The case is set for hearing on Tuesday. In an affidavit dated January 23, UPPCB referenced a letter from the Greater Noida Authority imposing a penalty of 1% of the project cost on 22 builders. Conversely, Noida Authority’s affidavit from January 24 stated that 13 of the builders purchased 3.80 lakh KL of STP-treated water worth Rs 19 lakh…

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Illegal Ads Removed from Barricades in Noida Sector 150

NOIDA: A commercial plot in Sector 150, where software engineer Yuvraj Mehta drowned on January 16, is now under scrutiny for civic lapses. The plot’s owner, Wiztown Planners, claims that the Noida Authority ordered the removal of barricades at the site in July 2021. “The area was previously barricaded. The Noida Authority intervened and instructed Wiztown to take down the barricades, which included advertisements for their project named Artham,” Wiztown’s counsel stated to TOI on Monday. Last week, Wiztown’s director, Abhay Kumar, was arrested and named in two FIRs—one for culpable homicide not amounting to murder and negligence, and the…

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What Real Estate Stakeholders Want from Budget 2026

NEW DELHI: With the Union Budget 2026 on the horizon, real estate developers and stakeholders are advocating for policy changes aimed at enhancing housing affordability, increasing liquidity, rationalizing taxes, and fostering long-term urban development. They are urging revisions in homebuyer incentives, adjustments in GST, and support for institutional capital and infrastructure initiatives to alleviate demand-side stresses and supply-side constraints. Industry leaders suggest that Budget 2026 is a key moment to realign housing policies with the realities of escalating land and construction costs, shifting buyer preferences, and the expanding role of real estate in India’s economic growth. Pradeep Aggarwal, the founder…

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Nagrik Awas Yojana 2026: Buyers Claim Karamyogi Flats Overpriced

NEW DELHI: The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) launched the Nagrik Awas Yojana 2026 on Friday, offering over 1,712 flats in HIG, MIG, LIG, and EWS categories across Narela and Siraspur, with a flat 25% discount applicable to all units. This new initiative, however, sparked frustration among applicants of the Karamyogi Awas Yojana, which had been introduced on December 19 specifically for government employees, and also provided a 25% discount. Applicants of the Karamyogi scheme claimed that the flats offered under Nagrik Awas Yojana were nearly ₹10 lakh less expensive than those available under their scheme, despite being situated in the…

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90 Flats Auctioned in Omicron, Greater Noida

Representative Image NOIDA: The Greater Noida Authority will conduct an e-auction for 90 flats in Sector Omicron 1A on January 28. The reserve price for these flats ranges from Rs 73.2 lakh to Rs 74.3 lakh, based on the floor location. These flats are situated on the 1st and 15th floors, each offering a carpet area of 83.38 square metres and a super area of 104.7 square metres. Greater Noida Authority CEO NG Ravi Kumar has instructed the property department to expedite the allotment process to utilize the housing stock effectively, helping potential homeowners take advantage of this scheme. Interested…

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HC Urges Nagpur Civic Body to Tackle Illegal Buildings by Vidhan Bhavan

NAGPUR: Following years of judicial scrutiny and administrative inaction, the Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC) has initiated the demolition of unauthorized structures in two notable buildings — one located opposite the Vidhan Bhavan in Civil Lines and the other in Sadar. This decision follows pointed remarks from the Nagpur Bench of the Bombay High Court. During a court hearing on Thursday, the NMC, represented by counsel Jemini Kasat, announced that it had issued notices to the building owners, mandating the removal of illegal constructions within 15 days. Should they fail to comply, the NMC will proceed with demolition on the 16th…

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Andhra Pradesh’s 60-40 Model Reduces MIG Plot Costs

VISAKHAPATNAM: The Andhra Pradesh government has initiated registrations for middle-income group (MIG) plots under the Dr. NTR Smart Township scheme, utilizing a 60–40 model. In this approach, 60% of the land value is categorized as the sale price while 40% represents development charges, effectively lowering registration fees by 40%. Plot owners are projected to save between ₹60,000 and ₹1 lakh, depending on the size of the plot, with layouts like Palavalasa near Anandapuram already yielding benefits. With MIG layouts being developed statewide, this initiative is expected to positively impact thousands, leading to total savings in the crores. Specifically, in the…

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HC Dismisses YEIDA’s Appeal on Township Land Order

NOIDA: The Allahabad High Court has dismissed review petitions filed by the Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA), upholding its previous order mandating the authority to transfer physical possession of land allocated to Silverline Furnishing and Furnitures Pvt Ltd for a residential township project. A division bench comprising Justices Siddhartha Varma and Ashutosh Srivastava stated that YEIDA failed to highlight any “error apparent on the face of the record” regarding the court’s judgment on November 16, 2023. The bench noted that the review petitions were essentially attempts to reargue the case, which is not allowed in review jurisdiction. The conflict…

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UP-RERA Delivers ₹2,040 Crore Relief, Resolves 11,300 Cases in 2025

NEW DELHI: The Uttar Pradesh Real Estate Regulatory Authority (UP-RERA) has successfully delivered ₹2,040 crore in relief to homebuyers through recovery actions, mutual settlements, and conciliation processes, addressing over 11,300 long-standing cases involving properties worth ₹5,920 crore by the end of 2025. A significant volume of complaints was submitted to UP-RERA benches under Section 31 of the RERA Act, mainly concerning delayed possession, refunds, and interest claims. Following hearings, recovery certificates (RCs) were issued against defaulting promoters, allowing district administrations to commence recovery procedures. Out of 6,018 RCs issued, ₹1,505 crore was recovered via legal enforcement and directly credited to…