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Bihar CM to Develop Groundwater Policy

Representative AI image PATNA: Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary on Monday urged officials to quickly formulate a groundwater policy to ensure the conservation, effective management, and sustainable use of groundwater resources in Bihar. During a review meeting of the minor water resources department at Sankalp Sabhagar in Lok Sevak Awas, the CM highlighted the necessity of a robust institutional framework that coordinates efforts across relevant departments. He pointed out the increasing demand for water and upcoming challenges, instructing officials to accelerate efforts on the Bihar Groundwater Management and Regulation Act, 2026. This legislation aims to regulate groundwater extraction, prevent overuse, and…

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Bombay HC gives NCDRC 60 days to rule on DB Ozone case

MUMBAI: Over 3,000 families residing in DB Ozone, Dahisar East, may finally see progress in their prolonged pursuit of an occupancy certificate (OC) following a Bombay High Court directive to the National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission (NCDRC) to fast-track hearings and deliver a timely judgment. During a hearing on June 9, the High Court instructed the NCDRC to hold a formal hearing within 30 days and issue its final judgment within 60 days. This ruling has stirred hope among the residents who have been in limbo for more than 12 years after taking fit-out possession of their flats over a…

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Kerala collects ₹2,178.28 crore in building cess over five years

IDUKKI: The Kerala government has gathered Rs 2,178.28 crore from the building and other construction workers’ welfare cess over the past five years. However, pension arrears nearing Rs 840 crore remain unpaid to construction workers statewide. As per information obtained via the RTI Act by Kasaragod resident A S Mohammed Ashraf, approximately 20.59 lakh workers were registered with the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board as of April 30, 2026. The welfare benefits, including pensions, are derived from the cess collected by the board. In spite of the significant revenue generated, nearly 4.15 lakh pensioners have not received their…

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Telangana HC: GHMC can’t unilaterally cancel sale deed

HYDERABAD: The Telangana High Court has ruled that a registered sale deed cannot be unilaterally canceled, thereby nullifying a cancellation deed issued by registration authorities, while also affirming the rejection of a land regularization application related to the contested property. Justice Laxmi Narayana Alishetty presided over two interconnected writ petitions filed by 60-year-old Kanneti Kamalamma from Kukatpally, who is asserting her ownership over a 287-square-yard plot in Guttalabegumpet, Serilingampally. The court ruled in favor of Kamalamma regarding the deed cancellation challenge but clarified that authorities still retain the right to revoke the original sale deed as per legal procedures. The…

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GoI reconstitutes Chandigarh clearance panels for major projects

CHANDIGARH: The Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change has reconstituted the State-Level Environment Impact Assessment Authority and the Expert Appraisal Committee for Chandigarh, initiating a new three-year term that will govern ecological oversight for upcoming urban developments. As the top regulatory body, this assessment authority is charged with granting or denying environmental clearances across various sectors in Chandigarh, including industrial, infrastructure, residential, and commercial projects. “The newly appointed administration guarantees that all proposed initiatives conform to established environmental standards,” stated a senior UT official. Formation of Statutory Authority This authority has been established under the legal frameworks of the…

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No delay in conveyance due to future TDR use: Bombay HC

MUMBAI: Last week, the Bombay High Court provided relief to three Vile Parle housing societies comprising ten buildings constructed in the 1970s and two from November 1990. The court upheld the deputy registrar’s authority to unilaterally grant deemed conveyance of land along with the buildings, ruling that future FSI potential concerning portions of land designated for public amenities should not hinder the process. In a ruling on June 18, Justice Sandeep Marne stated, “The conveyance of the land intended for the societies cannot be postponed until the municipal corporation acquires the land and compensates the petitioner.” Justice Marne expressed skepticism…

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SRA Identifies 18 New Clusters for Mumbai Redevelopment

The Slum Rehabilitation Authority (SRA) has identified 18 new slum clusters in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region for redevelopment as part of the state government’s Slum Cluster Area Redevelopment Scheme. This follows investor interest in its pilot project in Andheri (West), according to sources familiar with the matter. This initiative aligns with Maharashtra’s strategy to create a slum-free Mumbai, providing secure, permanent housing through extensive redevelopment initiatives outlined in the State Housing Policy 2025. Officials have begun gathering approvals from the High-Powered Committee for significant clusters, including Majaswadi in Andheri (East), Behrampada in Bandra (East), and the Wadala Truck Terminal area.…

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MHADA’s 925-acre Mumbai plan could attract ₹4 lakh crore investment

MUMBAI: The Maharashtra Housing and Area Development Authority (MHADA) aims to launch a redevelopment programme under its Construction & Development Agency (C&D) model, expected to attract investments of approximately ₹4 lakh crore in Mumbai, according to a senior official from the agency. This initiative will facilitate the construction of roughly 75,000 rehabilitation tenements, about 30,000 housing units for MHADA, along with a significant saleable component to benefit private developers. “This large-scale urban renewal initiative will cover around 925 acres across 11 projects, significantly revamping many older housing colonies and reshaping some of Mumbai’s most crowded neighborhoods. In total, these projects…

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Drone Surveys Update Urban Property Maps in Maharashtra; 140K Applications Cleared Online

PUNE: Homeowners in Maharashtra may soon have a simpler way to access ownership records and update land documents, thanks to a new state government initiative. A large-scale drone survey is being launched to map urban properties and digitize the mutation process for approximately one crore records. The revenue department’s extensive project includes municipal areas and surrounding gaothan (village site) limits. Officials indicate that this initiative aims to resolve ongoing issues with urban land records and significantly diminish future ownership disputes. State settlement commissioner Shailesh Nawal stated to TOI that, following instructions from the revenue minister, a government resolution (GR) has…

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Mulund Homeowners Claim Interior Firms Duped Them

MUMBAI: What was intended to be the beginning of luxurious living has turned into a nightmare for numerous residents in a housing society in Mulund West. Many homeowners allege they were defrauded of lakhs of rupees by interior design firms that promised to transform their newly acquired apartments but vanished after collecting hefty advance payments. Residents report that at least four interior design firms accepted advance payments totaling lakhs of rupees, assuring them that work would be completed on time. However, many homeowners claim the projects were either halted midway or never started, despite numerous assurances and follow-ups. Growing frustration…