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Bombay HC: Mhada Can Use Unclaimed Patra Chawl Flats for Housing

MUMBAI: The Bombay High Court stated on Friday that sufficient time has been provided for all members of the Goregaon Siddharth Nagar Sahakari Griha Nirman Sanstha Limited society to take possession of their tenements. If members fail to act by April 30, 2026, the court will allow the MHADA to repurpose these tenements for public housing. The court also allotted time for society members to address ongoing legal disputes related to the Patra Chawl redevelopment. Any member wishing to occupy flats in the future can be granted possession after providing a three-month notice, according to the HC’s division bench, comprising…

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Real Estate Strained by Material Shortages and Labor Crunch in Ahmedabad

AHMEDABAD: The city’s real estate sector is facing significant challenges, including shortages of essential construction materials, rising input costs, and a lack of labor, all of which are disrupting project timelines and planning, according to developers following a meeting on Friday. Builders gathered under the Confederation of Real Estate Developers’ Associations of India (CREDAI), Ahmedabad, to evaluate the deteriorating situation and its implications for both ongoing and upcoming projects. They highlighted severe shortages of critical materials such as aluminum pipes, CPVC products, ceramics, and electrical fittings that have greatly hindered construction activities. Developers noted that the situation is exacerbated by…

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Adani Acquires 17 Lakh Sq Meters in Motilal Nagar Project

MUMBAI: Gautam Adani, India’s wealthiest individual, is set to receive approximately 17 lakh square meters of land for sale in Motilal Nagar. His group plans to invest ₹1 lakh crore to carry out a redevelopment project in suburban Goregaon, according to a senior government official. The Motilal Nagar Redevelopment Project, spanning 143 acres, has the potential to develop 28 lakh square meters of space. Out of this, more than 10.5 lakh square meters will be allocated to original tenants and the Maharashtra Housing and Area Development Authority (MHADA), as stated by the body’s vice president and chief executive, Sanjeev Jaiswal.…

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MDDA Rejects Commercial Project Near IMA-Dehradun Over Security Issues

DEHRADUN: The Mussoorie Dehradun Development Authority (MDDA) has denied a building permit for a commercial project near the Indian Military Academy (IMA) due to security concerns highlighted by the army. On April 15, the authority issued a rejection letter to builder Shivam Aggarwal after he failed to secure a required no-objection certificate from the IMA for the mixed-use building located in Panditwari. The MDDA noted that the builder was initially given two months to obtain the clearance, but he did not manage to do so. Internal communication from the Station Headquarters, Dehradun Cantt, dated February 2026, indicated that a “security…

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RP: Vedanta’s Highest Bidder Claim is a ‘False Narrative’

Sure! Here’s the rewritten content: NEW DELHI: Senior Advocate Abhishek Manu Singhvi, representing the Resolution Professional (RP) of Jaypee Associates, informed the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) on Friday that a “false and sensational narrative” is being propagated regarding Vedanta’s bid during the insolvency resolution process. Singhvi asserted that claims implying Vedanta was initially identified as the highest bidder and subsequently undermined are completely baseless and unsupported by evidence. He highlighted that this narrative has been perpetuated in media channels, previous hearings, and public discussions without factual grounding. To clarify, Singhvi explained that an email distributed by the RP…

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NGT Orders HSPCB to Halt Rewari Brick Kiln for Clearance Checks

Representative Image GURUGRAM: The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has instructed the Haryana State Pollution Control Board (HSPCB) to close a brick kiln in Rewari within a week, contingent upon confirming whether it possesses a valid Consent to Operate (CTO). This directive follows claims that the facility was violating environmental regulations and continuing operations despite a district-level closure order. Local resident Vikram Singh reported that Raria Brick Udyog in Kanmajra village was operating unlawfully, stating that it did not meet the standards set forth in the Union environment ministry’s notification from February 22, 2022. During the proceedings, the tribunal’s principal bench…

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UP-RERA warns buyers on ‘assured returns’ schemes, ads

Representative AI image NEW DELHI: The Uttar Pradesh Real Estate Regulatory Authority (UP-RERA) has issued a public advisory to homebuyers, cautioning them against deceptive promotional schemes such as “assured returns” and “fixed rental income before possession.” The authority stated that these offers lack legal validity. UP-RERA noted that many developers continue to promote schemes like subvention plans, pre-EMI payments until possession, buyback guarantees, and lease assurance models to lure buyers. Some developers also use flashy offers like free cars, gold coins, and international trips. Sanjay Bhoosreddy, chairman of UP-RERA, stated, “Homebuyers should be wary of promotional schemes like assured returns…

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ED Raids Kolkata’s Merlin Group in PMLA Case

KOLKATA: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) initiated fresh searches on Friday as part of its ongoing money laundering investigation into Merlin Group, a Kolkata-based real estate company, and related entities, according to officials. This recent action follows previous raids conducted by the agency on April 8 targeting Merlin Projects Limited and its promoters, Sushil Mohta and Saket Mohta. Officials indicated that 4-5 locations in Kolkata and the North 24 Parganas district are being searched under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) as part of the investigation. The Merlin Group has stated that it is cooperating with the ED and maintains…

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Aditya Birla Housing Finance Allocates ₹2,750 Crore to Indriya

NEW DELHI: Aditya Birla Housing Finance (ABHFL) has successfully raised approximately ₹2,750 crore by issuing equity shares to Indriya, a company associated with global private equity firm Advent International. The firm allocated over 12.32 crore equity shares at ₹223.12 each on April 17, 2026, as noted in a regulatory filing. As a result of this transaction, Indriya now owns a 14.29% stake in ABHFL on a fully diluted basis. This also means that ABHFL is no longer a wholly owned subsidiary of Aditya Birla Capital (ABCL), with the parent company’s stake decreasing to 85.5%. The capital raise aligns with a…

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Tax Demands for Shree Cement, Ansal; Kesoram’s Cut to ₹6 Cr

Representative AI image NEW DELHI: Shree Cement, Ansal Housing, and Kesoram Industries have received tax-related orders from authorities, with the companies planning to contest these demands. Shree Cement has been issued a service tax demand order of ₹8.31 crore from the Commissioner of Central GST and Central Excise in Jodhpur. This order, dated April 16, 2026, includes applicable interest and an equivalent penalty. The demand is related to alleged non-payment of service tax. Shree Cement disagrees with the findings and intends to appeal before the appropriate tribunal within the required timeline. The company does not expect any significant financial impact…