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No Extra Charge for PNG Connections: Green Gas

Representative Image LUCKNOW: Green Gas Limited (GGL) has confirmed that there are no additional fees for piped natural gas (PNG) connections other than the standard charge of Rs 6,000. This statement comes after residents of Sushant Golf City, Ansal API brought their concerns to the attention of the district administration. Residents had claimed that the developer had been charging extra fees—Rs 2,950 since April 2023, and previously up to Rs 8,999—citing a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with GGL. Mohan Lal Sahu, president of the resident welfare association for Sushant Golf City, Ansal API, stated, “These charges were illegal and were…

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CSMC to Verify Documents for Govt Housing in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar

CHHATRAPATI SAMBHAJINAGAR: The Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Municipal Corporation (CSMC) has announced a document verification exercise set to begin on April 7 for applicants of the Ramai Awas Yojana— a government initiative aimed at providing permanent housing for individuals and families from Scheduled Castes and Neo-Buddhist communities. Officials from CSMC have stated that 8,442 beneficiaries within the municipal limits have applied for the scheme. They plan to verify around 2,000 applications each day until April 10. The rollout of the scheme has faced scrutiny due to allegations of ineligible beneficiaries. Former city MP Imtiaz Jaleel raised concerns about a potential scam, asserting…

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SIT to Probe EWS Quota Violation in Nashik: Maharashtra Minister

Nashik: Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule announced on Saturday that the state government will soon establish a Special Investigation Team (SIT) consisting of one IPS and two IAS officers to investigate allegations against 197 developers in Nashik. These developers reportedly evaded the mandatory 20% reservation for economically weaker sections by unlawfully splitting large landholdings into smaller plots. Bawankule revealed that numerous builders, developers, and government officials are suspected of colluding to illegally divide large land parcels to keep the total development area below 4,000 sqm, thereby circumventing the EWS reservation requirement. “Upon reviewing the case’s gravity, it seems evident that there…

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Maharashtra to Speed Up Land Surveys Using Private Firms

Representative Image NAGPUR: The Maharashtra government has announced a comprehensive revamp of land survey procedures, employing trained and licensed private surveyors in every district. This initiative aims to address the growing backlog and expedite development approvals. Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule revealed the decision following a meeting with Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis. The reform is intended to ensure the “accurate, timely, quality, and transparent” handling of land measurement cases. Consequently, an official government order outlining the operational framework has been issued. Under the revised system, land surveys will adhere to pre-determined schedules, with advance notices issued by the deputy superintendent of…

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Noida Residents Protest Metro Delay After DPR Denial

NOIDA: Residents of Greater Noida West protested on Sunday near the final Metro pillar by the Sector-71 intersection, expressing frustration over the Centre’s repeated rejection of the detailed project report (DPR) for the upcoming Metro extension. Chanting slogans like “Approval ka kaise khel, kab ayegi metro rail… Greno West ki janta karey pukar, kab ayegi metro rail,” they symbolically used ropes to “pull” the Metro pillar closer to their area, emphasizing the need for urgent connectivity. The protest, organized by the Noida Extension Flat Owners Welfare Association (NEFOWA), included participation from various residents’ welfare groups, village associations, and citizen organizations.…

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Delhi’s Leasehold to Freehold Conversion Halted for Review

NEW DELHI: The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) has suspended the conversion of properties from leasehold to freehold for the past three months, causing uncertainty for applicants. DDA officials confirmed that the ministry of housing and urban affairs (MoHUA) is currently reviewing the policy to rationalize rates and streamline procedures. However, no update on the review status has been communicated. The decision, aimed at enhancing transparency and making the process more user-friendly, has instead resulted in confusion for many applicants who are waiting for clarity on the new policy and expected timelines. A DDA official stated, “The current policy is undergoing…

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Haryana RERA Orders Chintels India to Pay ₹4 Crore for Unsafe Project

GURUGRAM: The Haryana Rera has mandated that Chintels India pay over ₹4 crore to a homebuyer from Chintels Paradiso, holding them accountable for significant construction flaws that rendered the project unsafe, as reported by Rao Jaswant Singh. This decision follows multiple inspections after the tragic collapse of Tower D on February 10, 2022, which resulted in the deaths of two residents and revealed serious structural deficiencies throughout the complex. The complaint was lodged by Aruna Garg, a resident of Delhi, who purchased a 4BHK flat in Tower C for over ₹1.8 crore, exceeding the original sale price. After taking possession…

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Goa Forum Dismisses Compensation Complaint for Service Deficiency

PANAJI: The North Goa District Consumer Dispute Redressal Commission dismissed a complaint from a Bardez resident against a Carambolim-based proprietor, who failed to deliver promised plots after accepting payment. According to the complaint, on August 30, 2019, Nivisha Pawaskar entered a memorandum of understanding with Carambolim proprietor Dhaku Madkaikar to buy two plots of 300 sqm each for a total of Rs 10.8 lakh at Buimpal, Sattari. When Madkaikar did not deliver the plots, Pawaskar sent him a legal notice. In response to the notice, Madkaikar returned Rs 2 lakh and Rs 50,000 months later, but did not return the…

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YEIDA Unveils 950+ Housing Plots Post Noida Airport Launch

Representative AI image NOIDA: The Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA) is set to launch a residential scheme near Noida International Airport (NIA) on Monday, offering 973 plots. Officials announced that 17.5% of the plots will be allocated to farmers whose land has been acquired for the development of the Yamuna area and the airport. Additionally, 5% will be reserved for businessmen with functional industrial units in the Authority area. The land rate is set at Rs 36,260 per square meter, and plots, located in sectors 15-C, 18, and 24, will be allocated via a draw. The project launches shortly…

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BMC Voices Concerns on Dangerous Buildings in Mumbai

MUMBAI: The BMC has raised significant concerns regarding procedural lapses in the management of dangerous (C-1 category) buildings, cautioning ward-level officials about the potential disciplinary and legal repercussions for failing to follow established regulations. In a comprehensive circular dated April 2, additional municipal commissioner (city) Dr. Ashwini Joshi highlighted that ward offices are not complying with the standard operating procedures (SOPs) set forth by previous municipal directives and Bombay High Court rulings pertaining to decrepit structures. The SOP, initially established through a 2016 circular in response to a High Court petition, mandates that all actions taken against unauthorized constructions and…