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DTCP to Appoint Admins for Illegal RWAs Structures in Gurugram

GURUGRAM: On Monday, the Department of Town and Country Planning (DTCP) demolished an illegal structure constructed by the previous Residents’ Welfare Association (RWA) of Suncity Avenue, Sector 102. Officials stated that the makeshift structure, situated at the rear of the society, was used for religious activities. “The illegal construction came to our attention following formal complaints from residents. After verification, we issued a demolition order in accordance with the law,” explained Amit Madholia, the district town planner (enforcement). The authorities pointed out a growing trend of RWAs engaging in unauthorized constructions within common areas of housing societies. “These structures, often…

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No more approvals for small plot building plans in Prayagraj

PRAYAGRAJ: For those looking to build homes in Prayagraj, there’s good news. The Uttar Pradesh Cabinet has approved the new Building Construction and Development Byelaws 2025. This means that individuals constructing homes on plots of up to 100 sqm will no longer need to seek approval for building plans. This initiative aims to make the construction process easier and will be implemented across various development authorities, including the Prayagraj Development Authority (PDA). The new bylaws represent a significant relief for middle-class families in Prayagraj. They will no longer face a burden of approximately Rs 1.25 lakh for map approval fees,…

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Delhi: DUSIB to Remove Encroachments, Build Housing for Slum Dwellers

NEW DELHI: The Delhi Urban Shelter Improvement Board (DUSIB) is exploring various strategies to provide housing for the city’s slum dwellers. To this end, they will conduct a survey of the land they oversee and detect any encroachments. In a recent meeting, the DUSIB CEO instructed officials to map jhuggi jhopri clusters located on the agency’s properties and determine the extent of encroachment by each cluster, along with the number of families residing there. DUSIB engineers have been directed to deliver the report as soon as possible. An official noted that the current government has issued stringent guidelines to all…

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Tamil Nadu RERA Bans Flashy Real Estate Ads with New Rules

CHENNAI: Real estate listings claiming plots and homes just three kilometers from Kilambakkam and two kilometers from GST Road, complete with numerous amenities, have saturated social media and highway advertisements. However, following a recent decree from TNRERA (Tamil Nadu Real Estate Regulatory Authority), builders with vague or misleading advertisements may soon face penalties. With this initiative, TNRERA has delivered a clear message to the real estate sector: deceptive advertising practices will no longer be tolerated. The era of unchecked promotional tactics is coming to an end, granting buyers the transparency they deserve. TNRERA now requires that all real estate advertisements—whether…

CommercialLatest Stories

Gujarat Sees 245 New Commercial Projects in 2024-25

AHMEDABAD: Gujarat’s commercial real estate sector is experiencing a robust revival after years of fluctuation. In 2024-25, the state celebrated the launch of 245 new commercial projects — the highest number since 2019-20’s 269 projects. Additionally, 31,520 commercial units were registered, marking a peak in post-Covid registrations, according to the latest GujRERA report. The sector saw a dramatic drop of 58% in registrations during 2020-21, the peak Covid year, primarily due to the work-from-home culture and lockdowns affecting demand. Tejas Joshi, vice-president of Credai Gujarat, stated, “Office demand plummeted sharply, with businesses in sectors like entertainment, food services, gyms, and…

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NHB directs housing finance firms to pay interest on advance EMIs

The National Housing Bank (NHB) has instructed housing finance companies to provide interest on advance payments made by borrowers that have not been immediately applied to their Equated Monthly Instalments (EMIs) and are instead held in sundry or suspense accounts, according to sources familiar with the situation. The interest should be paid at the same rate applicable to the customer’s home loan. This initiative aims to ensure fair lending practices and prevent borrowers from incurring excessive interest costs when their advance payments are not applied promptly. “NHB is fundamentally ensuring that housing finance companies cannot profit from holding onto customers’…

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Delhi HC notices police on Gopal Ansal’s FIR quashing plea

NEW DELHI: The Delhi High Court issued a notice to police on Monday regarding a petition filed by real estate mogul Gopal Ansal, who seeks to quash an FIR against him related to a cheating case stemming from the Uphaar fire tragedy. The FIR was prompted by a complaint from a buyer of land within a project managed by Ansal Buildwell Limited. Justice Amit Mahajan requested a status report from Delhi Police, with the hearing set for September 10. The High Court further instructed the state not to take coercive actions against the petitioner until the next hearing date. A…

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Lodha Developers reports ₹44.5 billion in Q1 FY26 pre-sales

NEW DELHI: Lodha Developers kicked off FY26 on a positive note, reporting pre-sales of ₹44.5 billion in Q1 FY26, marking a 10% increase year-on-year, despite temporary setbacks from geopolitical tensions early in the quarter. The company is optimistic about meeting its annual pre-sales target of ₹210 billion. During the quarter, collections reached ₹28.8 billion, a 7% growth compared to Q1 FY25. The company anticipates stronger inflows in the latter half of the financial year due to project completions and new launches. Lodha Developers introduced five new projects in Q1 FY26 across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR), Pune, and Bengaluru, boasting…

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Puravankara to Redevelop Eight Mumbai Societies

Representative image created by AI NEW DELHI: Puravankara has been chosen as the preferred developer for the redevelopment of eight residential societies in Chembur, Mumbai. This project will unlock a total development potential of over 1.2 million sq ft across approximately four acres, with an estimated gross development value (GDV) of ₹2,100 crore. Ashish Puravankara, Managing Director of the company, stated, “With 11 projects in Mumbai and Pune covering around 14 million sq ft—including 3.6 million sq ft in redevelopment—we are dedicated to expanding our presence in the western region. This area is projected to contribute a GDV of around…