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Haryana Proposes Rajiv Chowk as Start for RRTS Corridor

GURUGRAM: The Haryana government has suggested that Rajiv Chowk serve as the starting point for the Gurgaon–Faridabad–Noida Namo Bharat (RRTS) corridor. Officials believe this strategic location will boost ridership throughout the day, enhance multimodal connectivity, and provide significant advantages to commuters. However, the National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC) has expressed reservations, citing increased construction costs, engineering obstacles, and the possibility of a detour between IGI Airport’s Aerocity and Noida International Airport. Disagreements arose during a meeting to finalize the draft detailed project report (DPR) for the corridor. This project is designed as a rapid transit link connecting IGI Airport…

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One Year Later: No GR on NA Tax Abolition; Housing Societies Seek Clarity

PUNE: Over a year after the state cabinet’s decision to eliminate the non-agricultural (NA) tax in urban regions, cooperative housing societies in Maharashtra still lack clarity due to the absence of an official government resolution (GR). The Maharashtra State Housing Federation has reached out to Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule, requesting a GR to clarify the situation and organize awareness initiatives for consistent implementation across the board. Without a formal notification, housing societies—particularly those outside gaothan areas—remain uncertain if they are still required to pay the tax, as indicated in their letter. In October 2024, the…

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Notice Issued to 4,500 Homes in Gurugram for Illegal Builds

Representative AI image GURUGRAM: The Haryana government has intensified its crackdown on illegal constructions and the commercial misuse of residential properties in DLF phases 1-5. The number of properties currently under investigation has reached 4,565. This was revealed after the enforcement wing of the Department of Town and Country Planning (DTCP) issued a revised public notice. An earlier survey had identified violations in 4,183 properties. The recent notice has been posted on the DTCP’s official website following a new survey mandated by the Punjab and Haryana High Court. A comprehensive list of affected properties is available at tcpharyana.gov.in, enabling property…

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Fears Over S+4 Rule: Ludhiana’s Density May Threaten Livability

LUDHIANA: The Punjab government’s newly implemented building regulations have ignited a heated debate in the city. While these reforms offer substantial density and parking concessions for property owners, urban planners and environmentalists caution that such changes may overwhelm the city’s aging infrastructure. These regulations signify a shift towards “vertical growth” and “commercial flexibility,” particularly in Ludhiana’s historic and densely populated areas. The new unified rules introduce several structural modifications aimed at modernizing the urban landscape. Builders are now allowed to utilize stilt parking (open parking at ground level) to facilitate residential living on upper floors. Additionally, basements can now be…

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Ludhiana Launches Crackdown on Seven Illegal Buildings

LUDHIANA: Continuing its crackdown on unauthorized urban development, the Ludhiana Municipal Corporation (MC) building branch demolished or sealed seven illegal structures throughout the city on Friday. Following direct orders from MC Commissioner Aaditya Dachalwal, officials from Zone D focused on high-profile commercial and residential areas. This action is part of a larger plan to enforce newly established unified building bylaws and to penalize those circumventing the official approval process. Assistant Town Planner (ATP) Harvinder Singh confirmed that the targeted properties were either constructed without approved plans or breached zoning regulations. Demolitions occurred at Kochar Market Road (1) and Gurdev Nagar…

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Punjab eases rainwater harvesting rules; composting required

LUDHIANA: The newly established unified building regulations in Punjab are offering substantial benefits to residential property owners by significantly increasing the size threshold for compulsory rainwater harvesting systems. On-site composting of kitchen and garden waste is now a requirement for all plots measuring 500 sqm or larger. Under the revised rules, only residential houses exceeding 250 sqm must implement rainwater harvesting systems, up from the previous threshold of 100 sqm. In contrast, the commercial and industrial sectors will face stricter regulations, with a maintained threshold of 100 sqm to address the area’s diminishing water table. Addressing the Water Crisis As…

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MIDC to Allocate ₹6,000 Cr for Purandar Airport Land Purchase

Representative Image PUNE: The Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation (MIDC) is set to allocate approximately Rs 6,000 crore for land acquisition related to the proposed Purandar airport, according to state government sources reported by TOI on Saturday. The Pune district administration has submitted the proposal, which is currently undergoing final approval stages. An official mentioned, “The clearance is imminent, and we expect to release around Rs 6,000 crore for land acquisition.” Based on a notification from March 17, 2025, under the Land Acquisition Act, farmers are being offered compensation of Rs 1 crore per acre, with double compensation for on-site assets…

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Consumer Panel Orders Green Space Infraheights to Pay 12% Late Fee

LUDHIANA: The district consumer disputes redressal commission has imposed a penalty on an infrastructure builder for failing to deliver the possession of a flat to the buyer. The commission has mandated Green Space Infraheights Private Limited, based in Panchkula, Haryana, to refund ₹12.42 lakh—the amount paid by the complainants—along with interest at 12% per annum from the dates of deposit until actual payment, within 30 days of receiving the order. Additionally, the company is required to pay ₹20,000 as composite costs to the complainants, Monica and her son Ishaan Shingari, who reside in Ludhiana’s Kichlu Nagar. According to the complaint,…

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LIC Housing Finance cuts new home loan rates to 7.15%

NEW DELHI: LIC Housing Finance Ltd announced on Monday that it has lowered its interest rate on new home loans to 7.15 percent. The new rates will take effect from December 22, 2025, with interest starting at 7.15 percent for newly sanctioned home loans. This decision comes as homebuyers continue to cautiously evaluate their purchasing choices, and the reduction is anticipated to enhance homebuyer sentiment. LIC Housing Finance aims to make home ownership more accessible with this initiative. This reduction follows the Reserve Bank of India’s Monetary Policy Committee’s recent 25 basis points repo rate cut. Published On Dec 22,…

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Lucknow body waives back fees on vacant flats in old schemes

LUCKNOW: In a significant relief for homebuyers, the Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) has decided to waive three years of backdating maintenance charges for individuals purchasing vacant flats in older housing schemes. The LDA Board approved this decision, and official orders have been dispatched. Previously, the authority collected maintenance fees for the last three years from buyers during the registry or possession process, calculated from the initial registry date following construction completion, even if the flats were unsold and unoccupied. Buyers contested this, stating they should not be liable for payments during a time when they neither owned nor occupied the…