At a major event hosted by the Indian Chamber of Commerce in New Delhi, Union Commerce & Industry Minister Piyush Goyal laid out a transformative vision for Indian agriculture. He advocated transitioning from traditional practices towards climate-resilient irrigation, smart food processing, and globally competitive exports. With aspirations to raise agri-exports from INR 4 lakh crore to INR 20 lakh crore, he emphasised collaboration between the government, industry, and farmers to make agriculture central to India's USD 5 trillion economy. The session reinforced the strategic value of technology, branding, and sustainable farming in building a future-ready agri-sector.Read more

The Madhya Pradesh Industrial Development Corporation (MPIDC) has initiated land pooling for the 19.60 km Indore-Pithampur Economic Corridor. This infrastructure project, estimated to cost over INR 2,400 crore, aims to boost industrial growth and connectivity between Indore, Pithampur, and the airport. Farmers will receive 60% developed land as compensation, an increase from the usual 50%. The corridor, 75 meters wide, will feature commercial, industrial, and residential activities along its sides. Land consents are being collected from 17 villages, preparing for construction to begin in the coming months.Read more

The Maharashtra government has approved legalizing subdivided land parcels formed up to January 1, 2025, by relaxing its land fragmentation law. This decision aims to benefit over 50 lakh families. Plots up to one guntha (1,089 sq ft) will gain official property rights. A detailed Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) will be finalized within 15 days by a four-member committee to clarify approvals and ensure planned growth. This move seeks to resolve legal hurdles in property registration and construction permissions across various urban and peri-urban areas.Read more

The Gujarat government will receive 50% of the revenue from the sale of development rights for a 4,420 sq m plot on the Sabarmati Riverfront, generating INR 156.13 crore. This is mandated by a 2004 agreement for state-owned land. The Sabarmati Riverfront Development Corporation Ltd. (SRFDCL) approved the sale. The land disposal policy, updated in October 2023 and January 2024, uses value zones based on the GIFT City model. One previous auction was successful, while another was canceled due to a single bid, amid discussions about alleged plan changes favoring a bidder.Read more

Davanagere district leads Karnataka in digital land records distribution, having issued 2.5 lakh records of rights (RTCs) and resolved 1.25 lakh sub-division cases. This makes it a model for transparency, with 100% distribution of property ownership records. The initiative aims to reduce disputes and streamline transactions across the state, where other districts lag in progress.Read more

Maharashtra's 'one state one registration' scheme, aimed at allowing property registration at any sub-registrar office statewide, has been delayed due to legal and technical concerns. Originally part of a 100-day priority program, the rollout has been paused over risks like impersonation, fraudulent land transfers, and stamp duty evasion. In response, the revenue department has issued strict compliance guidelines and mandated biweekly inspections by district registrars and stamp duty collectors. Until safeguards are in place, the current 'one district one registration' system will continue. The delay highlights persistent challenges in digitalizing property records and ensuring secure, fraud-proof transactions across the state.Read more

The Uttar Pradesh Cabinet has approved new Building Construction and Development Byelaws 2025 for Prayagraj, removing the need for prior building plan approvals for houses on plots up to 100 square meters. This aims to simplify homebuilding for middle-class families, saving about INR 1.25 lakh in fees. The bylaws also introduce flexible building usage, allowing home-based shops and offices, and ease approvals for larger projects. While not applicable to restricted areas, the changes are expected to boost housing and retail activities, improving city revenue.Read more

The Thane Municipal Commissioner has ordered a detailed survey of structures in the eco-sensitive Yeoor area to address unauthorized residential and commercial activities impacting local wildlife. Prompted by complaints from activists and residents, the survey targets illegal use of residential properties for events like weddings and parties-activities banned in such zones. Post-survey, notices will be issued, followed by joint enforcement by municipal, forest, and police authorities. The action aligns with Bombay High Court directives and a March 2025 state circular. The initiative underscores the importance of protecting eco-sensitive zones from commercial misuse and ensuring adherence to urban planning and environmental regulations.Read more

The Mysuru City Corporation (MCC) has launched a weekly e-Khata Abhiyan every Friday to address delays in issuing e-Khatas. This initiative follows public frustration and concerns from real estate stakeholders regarding technical glitches. The MCC aims to issue at least 1 lakh e-Khatas by the end of the current fiscal year, from approximately 1.7 lakh properties. Public and real estate sectors remain critical of civic agencies' preparedness, citing unawareness of rule modifications and server issues among officials, which has affected property transactions.Read more

India's real estate sector saw robust land activity in H1 2025, with 76 deals transacting over 2,898 acres worth INR 30,885 crore-already surpassing 2024's full-year volume. These land parcels have a development potential of 233 million sq ft and an estimated revenue potential of INR 1.47 lakh crore. Most transactions support residential, commercial, and mixed-use projects. Of the total, 67 deals (991 acres) occurred in top cities, while nine large deals (1,907 acres) were in Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities. Notably, 17 deals were structured as joint development agreements. The surge in land acquisitions signals heightened future construction and development momentum across segments.Read more

Signature Global has acquired two land parcels totaling nearly 10 acres in Sohna, Gurugram, with plans to develop 5.3 lakh sq ft of housing space. This follows a strategic shift from affordable to mid-income and premium housing due to rising land costs. The company recently announced plans to invest INR 1,200-1,500 crore in land acquisition and INR 2,500 crore in construction for FY 2025-26. Signature Global posted a net profit of INR 101.2 crore in the last fiscal, with total income rising to INR 2,637.99 crore. With a strong development pipeline of over 67 million sq ft, it targets INR 12,500 crore in pre-sales this fiscal.Read more

Faridabad authorities have intensified efforts to clear illegal constructions from forest land in the Aravalli region, following a Supreme Court directive. In a recent operation, 10 farmhouses and five structures were demolished in the Anand Van-Aravalli belt. Of 730 PLPA-notified forest patches, 85 have been cleared so far. The crackdown includes areas like Anangpur and Mewla Maharajpur, where over 6,800 illegal buildings were identified via drone surveys. Violations range from homes to banquet halls, many harming water recharge zones and biodiversity. Backed by satellite monitoring, the state now aims for systematic enforcement after years of delay, under pressure from the court-appointed Central Empowered Committee.Read more

The Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) has opened its e-auction platform for over 300 residential and commercial plots across prime locations such as Gomtinagar, Basant Kunj, and Rae Bareli Road. The bidding process allows a month-long registration window, with live auctions scheduled shortly. This follows LDA's earlier efforts to dispose of unsold commercial inventories and recover significant outstanding dues from defaulters. The auction is part of a larger urban development push, with LDA adopting innovative revenue recovery and land monetisation strategies that have already shown strong results in previous property auctions conducted this year.Read more

Arkade Developers Ltd has acquired Filmistan Pvt Ltd, the corporate entity owning the landmark 4-acre land parcel known as Filmistan Studios, situated on SV Road in Goregaon West, Mumbai. The acquisition, completed for a total investment of INR 183 crore, will allow the company to develop a premium residential project with an estimated Gross Development Value (GDV) of INR 3,000 crore. The company announced that it has entered into a binding agreement to purchase 100 percent of Filmistan Pvt Ltd through a Share Purchase Agreement.Read more

NBCC (India) Ltd has formalised an agreement with the National Film Development Corporation (NFDC) for the extensive redevelopment of the Siri Fort Auditorium Complex in New Delhi. Acting as the Project Management Consultant (PMC), NBCC will oversee all aspects of the transformation, which will preserve the site's cultural legacy while integrating modern infrastructure and international green building standards. The 5.5-acre complex, originally constructed during ASIAD 1982, will be repositioned as a world-class creative and cultural hub featuring multiple themed zones, high-tech upgrades, and accessible public spaces.Read more

Haryana has taken a major leap forward by digitising its land-bank system and linking it to the nationwide India Industrial Land Bank, enabling seamless e-auctions and post allotment services. Simultaneously, the state is rolling out plug-and-play flatted factories at major industrial hubs. Steps to ease business like slashing Change-of-Land-Use documents from 19 to 5, self-certification for low-risk buildings, and faster pollution consents underscore its commitment. These efforts build on earlier moves, including land-pooling policies, HSIIDC's expansion of IMTs, and major infrastructure projects such as industrial corridors and logistics hubs.Read more

GDA has successfully reclaimed a 10-hectare encroached land parcel in Kanawni, Indirapuram, worth INR 800 crore, after nearly a decade of delay. This forms a crucial part of the larger 34-hectare Indirapuram Extension township project. The authority has begun preparing detailed project reports and development proposals, aided by a 2022 Supreme Court ruling that resolved prior compensation disputes. The reclaimed land is earmarked for residential and commercial use and is expected to host a major affordable housing cluster.Read more

The Defence Estates Office, Delhi Circle, has reclaimed five acres of prime land in Delhi Cantonment from unauthorized occupation. The site, valued at approximately INR 165 crore, was illegally used by dairies and shanties. This operation, part of an ongoing drive, follows a previous reclamation near IGI Airport. The reclaimed land is now available for strategic Defence use. The Defence Estates Organisation, which manages nearly 18 lakh acres across India, plans further actions to protect national assets from encroachment.Read more

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Shri Pushkar Singh Dhami has marked his government's four-year completion by highlighting the revision of the state's land law. This new legislation restricts the sale of agricultural and horticulture land in 11 out of 13 districts, aligning with public sentiment. The reform centralizes land purchase permissions from the collector level to the state government, particularly for transfers over 12.5 acres and in thrust sectors. It also mandates affidavits for residential land purchases, aiming to protect state resources from land misuse and fraud, impacting urban development and resource management.Read more

The Chandigarh administration has escalated its anti-encroachment campaign in Manimajra, demolishing ten unauthorized homes and reclaiming nearly 1.5 acres of government land. The land, part of a 38-acre parcel acquired back in 1998, had been encroached upon over the years, prompting the administration to act firmly. The operation was carried out smoothly under the supervision of the Sub-Divisional Magistrate (East), with adequate police deployment and prior notice given to residents. This move follows a series of similar crackdowns across the city, including the recent clearing of the Manimajra motor market, reflecting the city's broader push for disciplined urban planning and land use.Read more