Category: Regulatory

Keep up with important regulatory news affecting real estate, including government policies, tax reforms, compliance requirements, and RERA updates. Understand how these regulations impact developers, investors, and buyers.

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Bombay HC Orders Maharashtra to Tackle SRA Staffing Issues

Sure! Here’s a rewritten version of the content: MUMBAI: The Bombay High Court recently addressed the understaffing issues at the Slum Rehabilitation Authority (SRA), deeming it a serious concern. The court instructed the state government to ensure timely approval for adequate staffing to prevent recurrent issues from reaching the courts. A division bench comprising Justices Girish Kulkarni and Aarti Sathe highlighted, “It is unacceptable for the Chief Executive Officer, with significant authority, to operate ineffectively and lack oversight of matters within their jurisdiction, particularly in cases where no occupation certificate has been issued for nearly 15 years.” This comment was…

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Homebuyer Wins 7-Year Legal Fight Over Delayed Flat

CHANDIGARH: The District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission in Chandigarh has issued a ruling that may bring relief to numerous homebuyers affected by stalled real estate projects. The commission ordered a housing group and another agency to refund Rs 2.4 lakh along with 9% annual interest to a complainant who had not received possession of a flat booked over seven years ago. The Commission held both entities accountable for deficiencies in service and unfair trade practices, additionally awarding Rs 20,000 as compensation and litigation costs to the complainant, Akhil Awasthi. Akhil Awasthi, a resident of Sector 44, had secured an unconstructed…

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HC Orders Jaipur Civic Body to Seal Illegal Buildings

JAIPUR: The High Court has taken a strong stance against commercial activities in the residential areas of Jaipur’s walled city. On Friday, a division bench instructed the state government and the Jaipur Municipal Corporation (Heritage) to seal the remaining buildings among 19 illegal structures identified on Haldiyon Ka Raasta. The court emphasized that compliance with this order falls under the responsibility of the JMC-H commissioner. The division bench, comprising Justice Sanjeev Prakash Sharma and Justice Sanjeet Purohit, issued this directive in a suo motu case concerning commercial encroachments in residential zones. They have scheduled the next hearing for October 8,…

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Gurugram Bar Calls for Probe of Judge’s Order Before Retirement

GURUGRAM: The bar association of Gurgaon has lodged a complaint with the Punjab and Haryana High Court against a recently retired city court judge, alleging that he ruled in favor of a prominent local developer in a land dispute case. The association contends that the judge’s decision grossly violated the principles of judicial integrity, impartiality, and dignity expected from a member of the judiciary. In its complaint, the bar highlighted the rushed and seemingly orchestrated nature of the proceedings related to a case worth hundreds of crores, indicating potential personal interest or external pressure, which undermines the tenet of impartial…

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No More Hurdles for Chingrighata Orange Line Work: HC

KOLKATA: The Calcutta High Court (HC) announced on Thursday that construction work at the Chingrighata crossing for the Orange Line project can proceed without further issues. This decision came during the hearing of a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) filed by Upamanyu Bhattacharya, which sought urgent court intervention in response to delays in completing the 32km New Garia-Airport metro corridor. The project had been delayed since February 2 due to the lack of a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from Kolkata Police necessary for cordoning off a section of the busy EM Bypass crossing. State Advocate General Kishore Datta informed the HC…

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Delhi: CBI Files FIR Against Signature View Builders, Officials

Sure! Here’s a rewritten version of the content: The CBI has filed an FIR against builders and officials from the DDA, alleging criminal conspiracy and negligence in maintaining quality and structural safety during the construction of the Signature View Apartments located in Mukherjee Nagar, North Delhi. The DDA had previously lodged a complaint regarding construction quality issues in the complex, which consists of 224 High-Income Group (HIG) and 112 Middle-Income Group (MIG) flats divided into three construction phases. According to the CBI, the use of substandard materials has rendered the buildings unsafe for habitation within just ten years of their…

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SC affirms right to shelter, offers relief to homebuyers

The Supreme Court has declared that the right to shelter is a fundamental right, emphasizing the state’s duty to protect homebuyers. During the disposal of four appeals on September 12, the Court noted that the right to housing goes beyond contractual obligation, being an essential part of the right to life under Article 21. “Genuine homebuyers form the backbone of India’s urban landscape. Their protection aligns with both constitutional duty and economic policy. The Court aims to restore trust in the regulatory and insolvency frameworks, prevent speculative misuse, and ensure the dream home of India’s citizens doesn’t become a lifelong…

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Rajkot: FIR Against Builder for Selling Encumbered Flats

RAJKOT: Hetal Tilala, a 40-year-old schoolteacher, has lodged a complaint with the Rajkot Taluka police against property developer Viren Sindhav, alleging fraud. Tilala purchased a flat in Shivay Apartments from Sindhav in 2018, allowing her brother-in-law Kishan to reside there. On May 26, 2020, Sindhav executed a registered sale deed for the flat, asserting it was free from any encumbrances. On May 12, 2025, Kishan informed Tilala that a legal notice addressed to her was issued by a law firm representing Mandavrayji Credit Co-operative Society Ltd. The notice stated that Sindhav had taken a ₹5 crore cash credit loan at…

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HC Denies Relief to Ansal Properties; HRERA Penalties Stand

CHANDIGARH: The Punjab and Haryana High Court has determined that the interim penalty orders issued by the Haryana Real Estate Regulatory Authority (HRERA) against Ansal Properties and Infrastructure Ltd are appropriate and should not be challenged under writ jurisdiction. The court affirmed that the penalties were legitimately imposed under the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016 (RERA) for statutory non-compliance. Despite undergoing insolvency proceedings, the company must ensure adherence through its resolution professional. The High Court clarified that the petitioner has the alternative option of appealing to the Real Estate Appellate Tribunal under Section 43(5) of the RERA Act,…

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SC directs states and UTs to enhance real estate agencies

BHUBANESWAR: The Supreme Court has issued important directives to enhance the functionality of real estate regulatory authorities throughout India, including the Odisha Real Estate Regulatory Authority (ORERA). The ruling in the case of Mansi Brar Fernandes vs Shubha Sharma and others, delivered on September 12, requires states and Union Territories to implement thorough measures to empower RERA bodies to effectively manage the sector. The SC’s directive underscores the necessity for adequate staffing and infrastructure within RERA authorities. Every RERA must include at least one member who possesses legal expertise or experience as a consumer advocate in real estate. This aims…