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Kozhikode Orders Structural Audit After Valiyangadi Incident

KOZHIKODE: Protests have escalated following the tragic collapse of a building owned by the Kozhikode Corporation, which resulted in the deaths of four individuals. Mayor O. Sadasivan defended the corporation’s actions during a news conference on Monday morning, where he explained that the building, located in Valiyangadi, had been flagged for rebuilding back in 2022, along with 15 other old structures. He emphasized that tenants were not evicted due to the significant number of traders operating from these sites. Sadasivan has requested a detailed structural evaluation of all corporation properties and vowed to conduct a thorough investigation with government assistance.…

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Illegal Constructions Cleared from Vadu Lake, Chandkheda

AHMEDABAD: On Tuesday, the estate TDO department of the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation’s West Zone carried out demolitions of illegal structures around Vadu Lake in Chandkheda. This operation resulted in the removal of nine cattle sheds, 16 semi-permanent residences, and one religious building, clearing the 43,200 square metres area of the lake. Similarly, in Vejalpur’s Ropda Lake, authorities demolished four illegally constructed homes and four religious structures. In the North West Zone, the estate TDO opened a 30-meter wide road in Ghatlodia by demolishing four shops and three houses. Additionally, three temporary sheds were cleared from a reserved plot in TP…

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CAG Flags Major Lapses in Ghaziabad Development Over 5 Years

GHAZIABAD: The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) has released a comprehensive 446-page audit report on the Ghaziabad Development Authority (GDA), identifying significant operational deficiencies from 2017 to 2022. These include planning violations, inadequate enforcement, and shortcomings in housing and financial management. One notable finding pertains to the Master Plan 2021. The CAG highlighted that the GDA “implemented Master Plan 2021 without obtaining approval from the NCR Planning Board,” which is meant to oversee regional planning. The audit raised concerns about the preparation and adherence to the plan, noting that instead of a unified document, GDA produced separate plans for Ghaziabad…

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Major Urban Expansion Planned in Haryana: HSVP to Acquire Land

GURUGRAM: The Haryana Shahari Vikas Pradhikaran (HSVP) has initiated an expansive land procurement plan aimed at developing new residential and commercial areas in the state, the first such effort in the city in 20 years. This initiative seeks to alleviate pressure on existing urban centers while ensuring a consistent supply of serviced plots according to planned development norms. HSVP aims to acquire approximately 1.8 lakh acres statewide, with 23,739 acres earmarked for the city, to be implemented in three phases. New sectors are anticipated to launch in the first half of 2026. The procurement process will utilize direct purchase and…

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Cabinet Okays Gujarat Metro Extension to Shahpur

Image used for representational purpose only NEW DELHI: On Tuesday, the Union Cabinet approved a 3.33-km extension of the existing North-South corridor of the Gujarat Metro from GIFT City to Shahpur. The government stated that the project, which is set to be completed in four years, will feature three elevated stations. The decision was made during the Union Cabinet’s first meeting led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Seva Teerth, the new PMO complex. The estimated cost for the project is Rs 1,067.35 crore. This corridor is expected to serve around 23,702 passengers by 2029 and approximately 58,059 passengers by…

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NCLAT Hands Over Supertech Projects to AoAs for Maintenance

NOIDA: The National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) has instructed that day-to-day maintenance of two Supertech housing projects—Ecociti (Sector 137) and 34 Pavilion (Sector 34)—be transferred to their registered apartment owners’ associations (AOAs) within 30 days. This decision empowers residents to manage essential services and maintenance through their elected representatives after enduring years of external management. A bench led by chairperson Ashok Bhushan and member (technical) Barun Mitra directed YG Estates Facilities Management Pvt Ltd, the respondent, to complete the transfer under the supervision of the interim resolution professional (IRP), as Supertech Ltd is currently in insolvency proceedings. In the…

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Nine multi-story buildings demolished on KMP link in Gurugram

GURUGRAM: Authorities recently concluded a five-day demolition campaign, removing nearly 100 encroachments along a crucial 1.5-km stretch of the Farrukhnagar-Daboda road, connecting to the KMP Expressway. The operation was initiated to alleviate traffic congestion and restore the road to its approved width of 60-66 feet. Many areas had narrowed to just 35-40 feet, causing frequent traffic issues and safety risks. Led by duty magistrate RS Batth, the operation lasted 8-9 hours each day, ending on Tuesday. Officials confirmed that the effort was preceded by demarcation from the revenue department and extensive communication with local shopkeepers and residents to secure their…

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Telangana to Revamp Debt, Monetise Land for Hyderabad Metro I

HYDERABAD: The Telangana government has initiated the intricate process of acquiring the 69-km Hyderabad Metro Rail network from Larsen & Toubro in a transaction worth ₹15,000 crore, marking a significant state government acquisition. The state will officially take control of phase I of the metro from April. However, officials indicate that the transition hinges on three essential areas: financial restructuring, asset and liability transfer, and the maintenance of uninterrupted operations. On Monday, the state cabinet approved the acquisition of a complete 100% equity stake in phase I from L&T. The project, estimated at ₹15,000 crore, includes a debt component of…

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FIR Filed Against Seller, Buyer for Illegal Land Sale in Dehradun

DEHRADUN: The Dehradun district administration has filed an FIR against a seller and a buyer for allegedly engaging in the illegal sale and purchase of court-prohibited land in the district. According to officials, the case involves seller Sikandar Singh, a Rajpur resident, and buyer Kharati Lal Kukkad from Zirakpur, Punjab. They are accused of selling a 0.76-hectare plot in Aamwala Tarla in October 2025 using forged documentation. Officials noted that a complaint presented to the administration indicated that the land was under a ban imposed by the RM Lodha Committee of the high court but was still registered by hiding…

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Suraj Estate Developers Buys Hally Pacific for ₹30.40 Crore

NEW DELHI: Suraj Estate Developers has successfully acquired 100% of the shares of Hally Pacific, which owns a vacant land parcel located at Sayani Road, Prabhadevi, Mumbai. This acquisition was finalized based on a share purchase agreement dated February 20, 2026, for a total amount of approximately ₹30.40 crore, making Hally Pacific a wholly owned subsidiary of the company. The newly acquired land spans around 717.39 sq meters. The company plans to develop this site with an estimated saleable carpet area of approximately 0.367 lakh sq ft and an anticipated gross development value (GDV) of around ₹200 crore. Rahul Thomas,…