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Panels ready in April, but Haryana delays forest definition survey

GURUGRAM: Following the Supreme Court’s directive for all states and Union territories to define “forest” and identify such areas, Haryana has yet to conduct any surveys. This comes despite the establishment of expert committees by the state government in April. The issue — district and state-level committees are unable to commence their tasks until the state finalizes its definition of “forest” based on dictionary meaning, stalling the entire process. In April, the Haryana government appointed a state-level expert committee led by the additional chief secretary (environment, forests & wildlife), including senior officials from various related departments. District-level committees, chaired by…

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Deadline to Remove Demolition Waste from Gurugram Roads & Lots

GURUGRAM: Urban Local Bodies Minister Vipul Goel instructed MCG officials on Wednesday to remove three lakh metric tonnes of construction and demolition (C&D) waste from roads and public spaces within a month. The minister set a 15-day deadline to tackle the wandering cattle issue. During a meeting with officials, he emphasized the need to enhance sanitation, keep public areas free of litter, boost cleaning resources, ensure timely removal of C&D waste, and implement debris fee collection when approving building plans. He highlighted the urgency of addressing sewage-related problems in compliance with the Haryana Municipal Corporation Act. Chief Principal Secretary to…

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Karnataka: Online Registration for Allotted Land and Mortgages Approved

Representative image BENGALURU: On Wednesday, the assembly approved the Registration (Karnataka Amendment) Bill, 2025, enabling online registration of government-allotted land parcels with the sub-registrar’s digitized signature, eliminating the need for human involvement. The legislation also facilitates online registration for mortgage properties tied to bank loans and their release upon repayment. However, for transactions between private parties, the current requirement for the seller and buyer to be present before a sub-registrar remains unchanged. Revenue Minister Krishna Byre Gowda, who introduced the bill, highlighted that the goal is to streamline the registration process electronically for secure properties, including those allocated by agencies…

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KIADB Faces Criticism for Diverting Hebbal Hub Land to Developer

BENGALURU: The Karnataka Industrial Area Development Board (KIADB) is facing significant criticism from civic groups, political figures, and residents due to its controversial decision to transfer 35 acres of prime land in Hebbal—previously designated for a multi-modal transit hub by the Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL)—to a financially struggling private developer. The action reduces the land available for essential transport infrastructure, leading to accusations that both the ruling government and opposition BJP are prioritizing real estate interests over public welfare, and ignoring the concerns of the community. Public outcry Saikiran Rao tweeted: “Can we not challenge this theft legally?…

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Kalpataru Reports ₹49.42 Crore Net Loss in Q1 FY26

NEW DELHI: Realty company Kalpataru Ltd announced a consolidated net loss of Rs 49.42 crore for Q1 of the current fiscal year. In the same period last year, the net loss was Rs 0.69 crore. For the April-June quarter of 2025-26, total income decreased to Rs 456.78 crore from Rs 544.67 crore year-on-year, as per a regulatory filing. Kalpataru Ltd, which recently got listed on stock exchanges, is recognized as a prominent real estate developer in the nation. Published On Aug 14, 2025 at 08:43 AM IST Join a community of over 2 million industry professionals. Subscribe to our newsletter…

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Ahmedabad to Auction Seven Plots Valued at ₹447 Crore

AHMEDABAD: The Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) is set to auction seven prime plots located in Bodakdev, Ambli, Chandkheda, Gota, and Sola, with a cumulative base price of Rs 447 crore. This proposal will be presented to the AMC standing committee on Thursday for approval. Among these, three plots are designated for residential development, while four will be utilized for commercial purposes. The highlight is a residential plot in Bodakdev, categorised under TP 50 with a steep price of Rs 3.10 lakh per sq m— the highest of the lot. This particular plot measures 1,821 sq m after a recent survey,…

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500+ Worli BDD Chawl Tenants in Mumbai to Receive Flats

MUMBAI: After a lengthy wait, 556 families from Worli’s BDD chawls will receive the keys to their new 500-sq ft apartments on Thursday. Two of the redevelopment phases—Wings D and E—are ready for occupancy. A ceremony will see chief minister Devendra Fadnavis and his deputy Eknath Shinde present keys to fifteen families involved in the redevelopment campaign, along with a few senior citizens. The remaining keys will be distributed later at the Mhada office. Bajrang Kale, 53, recites his former address. “Room No. 78, Building No. 31, 3rd floor, Worli BDD Chawl, GM Bhosle Marg—that’s the old address,” he notes,…

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ED Arrests Ex-Vasai-Virar Chief in Money Laundering Case

MUMBAI: On Wednesday, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) arrested former Vasai-Virar Municipal Commissioner Anil Pawar along with three others, including two builders, in a money laundering case concerning illegal buildings, officials reported. Pawar’s involvement was revealed in connection with the construction of 41 illegal buildings in Vasai-Virar, located on the outskirts of Mumbai, which were later demolished by the local authorities, according to an official. The buildings were erected in the Achole area of Vasai on land designated for a dumping ground and a sewage treatment plant. In addition to Pawar, the arrests included a town planner and two builders, identified…

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Vadodara’s Indumati Palace to be Surrounded by Luxury Apartments

VADODARA: The historic Indumati Palace, which has stood for 145 years, is a key landmark in the city. Currently owned by royal descendant Pratapsinhrao Gaekwad, the palace is set to be enhanced with luxury apartments. The Gaekwads are planning to transform the area surrounding Indumati Palace, located across from the opulent Laxmi Vilas Palace, into a mixed-use residential and commercial complex. “This will be the first residential complex in the nation to feature a grand palace,” Pratapsinhrao shared with TOI over the phone from Mumbai. “We will construct six 12-story buildings—two to the left, two to the right, and two…

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DDA to Unveil Premium Housing Scheme by End of August

Representative image NEW DELHI: The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) is set to launch its Premium Housing Scheme 2025 by the end of August, featuring approximately 250 flats as well as car and scooter garages available through e-auctions in various areas including Jahangirpuri, Nand Nagri, Pitampura, Ashok Vihar, Vasant Kunj, Jasola, Rohini, and Shalimar Bagh. The scheme, which gained approval during a meeting led by LG VK Saxena on July 11, includes 39 high-income group flats in Vasant Kunj, Pocket 9B in Jasola, and Sector 19B in Dwarka; 48 middle-income group units in Jahangirpuri, Nand Nagri, Dwarka, and Pitampura; and 22…