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Gurugram: 350 Shanties, Illegal Structures Demolished on Golf Course Road

Representative image GURUGRAM: On Sunday, a demolition drive took place in Saraswati Kunj, located along Golf Course Road, where nearly 350 shanties, two under-construction houses, and a boundary wall were removed. According to the Department of Town and Country Planning (DTCP), the action was taken to “restore road access and prevent further unauthorized occupation” in this high-value area. With heavy police presence, the operation proceeded without incident. District town planner (enforcement) Amit Madholia commented, “This is part of an ongoing effort to clear illegal constructions throughout Gurgaon.” He highlighted the encroachments on government land and the right of way (ROW)…

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Gurugram MP: Scrap OCs for Water-Wasting Housing, Industries

GURUGRAM: Union minister and Gurgaon MP Rao Inderjit Singh highlighted on Saturday the rampant violations of water conservation regulations in residential homes and industrial facilities. He emphasized the need for biannual inspections of water conservation measures even after occupancy certificates (OC) are granted. If any deficiencies are identified, the OCs should be revoked. Singh noted that although legislation is in place for significant residential and industrial projects to conserve water, adherence to these laws is insufficient. Rao pointed out that builders, along with owners of large residential plots and industrial entities, are obliged to implement water conservation practices before being…

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Union Minister Criticizes Haryana for Gurugram Metro Delay

GURUGRAM: Union minister and Gurgaon MP Rao Inderjit Singh criticized the state government on Thursday for delaying the commencement of the new metro line, insisting on the need for accountability and responsibility in the matter. Speaking in Gurgaon, Inderjit pointed out that the foundation stone for the project was laid last year, with ‘bhoomi pujan’ taking place this month. “I hope it doesn’t take another 1.5 years to begin work,” he stated. He mentioned that he has been advocating for the new metro corridor connecting Millennium City Centre to Cyber City since 2018. “I was told multiple times that the…

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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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Haryana RERA Orders Sarv Realtors to Refund Buyer for Delay

GURUGRAM: More than eleven years after a couple purchased a 3BHK unit for ₹1.32 crore, the Haryana Real Estate Regulatory Authority (HRera) has ordered a realtor to refund ₹41.6 lakh—approximately 37% of the total cost paid initially—along with 11.1% annual interest for failing to deliver possession of the flat at Supertech Hues, Sector 68. On September 9, HRera instructed Sarv Realtors Pvt Ltd to return this amount, including interest, to Anirudh and Manali Gowalkar, who filed their complaint with the authority in October 2020. The possession was delayed by at least seven years, according to the agreement. The order pointed…

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Gurugram: Three Towers Brought Down at Chintels Paradiso

GURUGRAM: A review meeting of the internal committee for Chintels Paradiso in Sector 109 took place at the DC office on Wednesday. Officials discussed the current status of the demolition efforts at the site, but the proceedings were kept private. A senior official mentioned that neither the builder nor the president of the resident welfare association (RWA) were invited to the meeting, which only covered updates. Rakesh Hooda, president of the Chintels Paradiso RWA, stated they were excluded from the meeting and had not received any minutes regarding the discussion. Officials from the Department of Town and Country Planning (DTCP)…

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Gurugram Court Denies Bail to Ocean Seven Ex-CEO in ₹5.7 Cr Fraud

GURUGRAM: A sessions court has denied anticipatory bail to the former CEO of Ocean Seven Buildtech Pvt Ltd (OSBPL) in a case involving allegations of cheating and forgery. This ruling arrives 12 years after a family was reportedly “induced” to invest ₹2.8 crore with promises of “high returns.” According to complainant Amit Rastogi, that amount with interest grew to ₹5.7 crore over time. The court, presided by sessions judge Vani Gopal Sharma, issued the order on Monday after extensive hearings where the complainant, the state prosecutor, and the buyers’ association objected to bail for former OSB CEO Sanjeev Kumar related…

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DTCP Suspends Project License, Directs FIR Against Company Directors

GURUGRAM: The district town planner (enforcement) has suspended the development license of Prime Time Infraproject for its 10.9-acre residential colony in Sector 1, Pataudi. This license, originally issued on October 22, 2013, was officially suspended on February 4 due to the developer’s alleged non-compliance with directives and failure to respond to show-cause notices. The DTCP decided on the suspension after the developers consistently missed project deadlines and breached bilateral agreements. Sub-registrar Pataudi has been instructed to halt all registrations of sale deeds, conveyance deeds, and lease agreements related to the project. Additionally, red entries have been made in the revenue…

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Gurugram to Launch Sealing Drive Against Tax Defaulters

GURUGRAM: The Municipal Corporation of Gurugram (MCG) has identified 65 property owners who owe more than Rs 1 crore each. Starting Tuesday, the MCG will initiate a sealing drive targeting these defaulters. Officials have indicated that the majority of the properties involved are commercial establishments and industrial units. This action is part of MCG’s continuous efforts to recover overdue property tax payments and enhance its revenue base. “We will commence the sealing drive on Tuesday, focusing on the 65 properties identified with outstanding property tax dues. Notices have been dispatched to the respective property owners,” stated an MCG official familiar…

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NBCC Requests Approval to Demolish Six Unsafe Towers in Gurugram

GURUGRAM: NBCC (India) Ltd, a government-run company, is advocating for the demolition of the remaining unsafe structures within the Green View housing project located in Sector 37D. After previously demolishing part of the project upon its designation as uninhabitable in 2022, the company has requested additional permissions from the Department of Town and Country Planning (DTCP) to raze six more towers. Earlier this year, DTCP approved the demolition of three towers (E, F, and G), which are currently undergoing dismantling. NBCC officials emphasize the importance of timely approval to avert any potential accidents, as the remaining structures pose a significant…