The South Western Railway (SWR) in Bengaluru recently recovered 512.25 sqm (641.25 sqm including extension sheds) of centrally-located railway land between Banaswadi and Hebbal after removing 24 unauthorised structures, mostly multi-storey. The operation was carried out under legal orders with support of the State Police and was linked to doubling of tracks on the Yesvantpur-Hosur section and Corridor-2 of the Bengaluru Suburban Rail Project (BSRP). This step continues a broader push to reclaim railway land and improve infrastructure safety.Read more

HYDRAA has taken decisive action to curb land misuse in Hyderabad after investigating public complaints received via the Prajavani platform. Commissioner A.V. Ranganath confirmed that in Hastinapuram North Extension Colony (Karmanghat village), a 1.27-acre park area from an approved layout had been illegally sold as plots; the agency removed the encroachments, fenced the land, and installed ownership boards. In Subhash Nagar (Chandanagar circle), a 700 sq yd plot reserved for public amenities was also reclaimed and fenced. HYDRAA urged citizens to continue reporting such violations through Prajavani, highlighting that public participation and swift enforcement are key to safeguarding Hyderabad's community land and public assets.Read more

The Tamil Nadu Land Reforms Department has issued fresh guidelines to all district collectorates and revenue offices to strengthen the maintenance and classification of land records. The directive aims to ensure better record management, transparency, and quicker responses to Right to Information (RTI) queries. It comes after the State Information Commission raised concerns about missing or untraceable files. The circular specifies the types of land-related records to be maintained, classification methods, safe storage practices, and a colour-coded filing system to clearly track pending and closed cases.Read more

The Rajasthan State Industrial Development and Investment Corporation Ltd. (RIICO) launched the sixth phase of its direct allotment scheme, offering about 6,000 industrial plots across nearly 100 industrial areas in the state. The scheme is available to investors who signed memoranda of understanding under the Rising Rajasthan summit. It includes dedicated reservations for SC/ST entrepreneurs, women, ex-servicemen and persons with disabilities. For plots up to 50,000 sq m, direct allotment applies if there's a single applicant, while contested lots go to lottery; larger plots are allotted based on eligibility and land-requirement.Read more

The Union government has initiated land acquisition for the 18.11 km Mohali-Rajpura railway link, at an estimated cost of INR 443 crore, which will span across 53.84 hectares in the Patiala, Fatehgarh Sahib and Mohali districts. The Ministry of Railways has asked the Government of Punjab to assist in securing and handing over the land needed for this special project. Project authorities believe the new link will directly connect the Malwa region with Chandigarh, ease congestion on the Chandigarh-Ambala section and provide an alternate freight corridor, benefiting farmers, traders and industrial zones. The demand dates back nearly fifty years, with earlier studies and approvals recorded in the 1990s and 2010s.Read more

The Rajasthan State Industrial Development and Investment Corporation (RIICO) has amended its Disposal of Land Rules, 1979, allowing industrial plots to be converted for commercial, residential, institutional, or mixed-use purposes. Under the revised norms, conversions to commercial use will be charged at twice the industrial rate, while residential or institutional conversions will cost 1.5 times, and mixed-use the highest applicable rate. In contrast, conversions from commercial to industrial or residential use will incur just 0.10 times the industrial rate. While the policy encourages flexible urban development, officials caution that low conversion fees could spur speculation and reduce revenue. Transparency and fair valuation will be key to sustainable implementation.Read more

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has attached assets worth INR 12.6 crore belonging to Sahiti Infratec Ventures India Pvt Ltd (SIVIPL), its former director Sandu Purnachandra Rao, his family, and associates under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act. The action follows FIRs by Telangana Police after homebuyers alleged non-delivery of flats and villas, with the alleged fraud amounting to INR 842 crore. The ED found that funds were raised without regulatory approvals or escrow accounts, with INR 216 crore collected in cash and diverted for personal use. Earlier, assets worth INR 161 crore were attached. Both key promoters remain in custody as investigations into the major Telangana real estate fraud continue.Read more

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) continues to struggle with unauthorized hawkers occupying entrances near Aqua Line 3 Metro stations, despite daily inspections and enforcement measures. Vendors temporarily vacate areas during crackdowns but return shortly after, creating congestion and obstructing pedestrian movement. Officials admit the recurring nature of the problem and note that festive periods see an increase in hawking activity. The situation reflects the ongoing difficulty of managing illegal vending in Mumbai's public spaces, even as major infrastructure projects like Aqua Line 3 are completed.Read more

The Chief Secretary of Chandigarh announced that the Chandigarh Housing Board's (CHB) unused land will be developed to address the city's housing demand, in line with the Master Plan and a Supreme Court heritage decree. Speaking at the new UT Secretariat, he also reviewed infrastructure and education projects, directing the creation of a skill university or centre of excellence in Sarangpur. He urged swift adoption of UGC 2018 regulations, faster resolution of service matters, and strict monitoring of PM-USHA housing projects. Emphasising modern, employment-oriented education, he called for restoring abolished faculty posts and strengthening industry-academia linkages, aligning housing and education reforms for Chandigarh's holistic growth.Read more

The Telangana Rajiv Swagruha Corporation Limited (TRSCL) is set to hold a three-day e-auction of residential plots in Kurmalguda, Thorrur (Rangareddy district), and Bahadurpally, near Hyderabad. The online auction, scheduled in multiple daily sessions, aims to offer buyers and investors plots in areas witnessing rapid infrastructure growth. Plot sizes at Kurmalguda start from 200 sq yd with an upset price of INR 20,000 per sq yd, while Thorrur plots (200-500 sq yd) are priced at INR 25,000 per sq yd. Bahadurpally plots start at INR 27,000 per sq yd for regular and INR 30,000 for corner plots. With a minimum bid increment of INR 500, TRSCL anticipates strong participation driven by growing demand in Hyderabad's expanding suburban corridors.Read more

The Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA) has officially registered about 441 hectares of land from 18 villages in Jewar, which were earlier listed under 3,695 farmers. Despite compensation and residential plot allotments being provided earlier, the land records were not updated, allowing illegal sales, mortgaging, and cultivation. Officials said the updated registration aims to bring transparency, prevent fraud, and secure public land. The authority's step ends a years-long delay and strengthens its control over acquired land earmarked for infrastructure projects.Read more

A Pune builder has withdrawn from a proposed land deal with a Jain charitable trust after public protests and circulating rumours of irregularities. The project, involving about 12,000 m2 (3.5 acres) owned by the Seth Hirachand Nemchand Smarak Trust, had already progressed to a sale at INR 311 crore. The developer, Gokhale Landmarks LLP, cited the ethical implications and reputational damage as reasons for ending the transaction, and requested the trust to cancel the arrangement and refund INR 230 crore paid so far.Read more

Authorities from the Uttar Pradesh Housing Development Board (UPHDB) carried out a major demolition drive in Meerut's Shastri Nagar, bringing down an illegal commercial complex built on a residential plot. The action followed a Supreme Court directive stressing strict enforcement of zoning laws and action against unauthorised constructions. The operation, completed in five hours under police protection, proceeded peacefully. The court, led by Justices J.B. Pardiwala and R. Mahadevan, had ruled that such violations cannot be legitimised by time or investment and warned of disciplinary action against complicit officials. The demolition marks a firm stance on land-use enforcement and signals Uttar Pradesh's push for planned, lawful urban development.Read more

The 34-day protest in Jaisalmer demanding registration of Oran and Gochar lands came to an amicable end after detailed discussions between local representatives and the district administration. Officials agreed to formally record nearly 100,000 bighas of land, including around 17,562 bighas designated as Oran. The resolution also included a commitment to conduct extensive surveys of water bodies, heritage sites, and lands marked for industrial purposes, ensuring coordination with gram panchayats and state-level monitoring.Read more

The Karnataka government has issued detailed rules for approving layout developments on converted land that falls within gram panchayat limits but lies outside designated planning areas. The new norms make it mandatory for developers to secure layout design approvals from competent planning authorities before a new Property Identification (PID) number can be generated. The regulations also require free transfer of land for civic amenities to gram panchayats and ensure all development works adhere strictly to approved plans, estimates, and departmental certifications.Read more

In a significant development for Ahmedabad's real estate sector, Resset Group has acquired a 3-acre prime land parcel in South Bopal through its Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) for approximately INR 42 crore, with an additional INR 2.5 crore paid in stamp duty. The site, located near the proposed Olympic 2036 Village, is set to house a premium residential and retail project offering 2 and 3 BHK units. The development will feature contemporary designs, sustainable architecture, and a Singapore-inspired landscape by Studio Black Smith, reinforcing Resset's focus on innovation and community-centric planning.Read more

The Odisha Real Estate Regulatory Authority (ORERA) has initiated the process of hiring a land expert to support resolution of complex property-related disputes. The authority is inviting applications from retired officers of the Odisha Administrative Service who have at least eight years' service as a tehsildar, sub-collector or land acquisition officer and are under 62 years of age. This step follows the rollout of a new standard operating procedure (SOP) for part-plot registration meant to bring clarity in land subdividing cases across rural, agricultural and urban areas.Read more

Housing Development and Infrastructure Limited (HDIL), once a leading real estate developer, is facing a major financial challenge. The company, along with Ravijyot Finance and Leasing Private Limited and its promoters, owes over INR 2,059.30 crore to Unity Small Finance Bank (USFB), formerly Punjab & Maharashtra Cooperative (PMC) Bank. To recover these dues, USFB plans to auction a 426-acre land parcel in Dahisar West, Mumbai, with a reserve price of INR 1,234.62 crore. Interested bidders need to pay an earnest money deposit of INR 15 crore. The e-auction will accept bids in increments of INR 2 crore. Buyers should note ongoing litigations and clearance requirements that may affect development.Read more

Uttar Pradesh's paddy procurement drive for 2025-26 has seen active farmer participation, with over 1.37 lakh registrations and more than 35,630 metric tonnes already purchased. Nearly 3,790 of the planned 4,000 centres are operational, and registration is facilitated via an OTP-based system on the state portal and mobile app. Payments are directly credited to Aadhaar-linked accounts. Procurement has begun in western and Lucknow divisions, while eastern divisions will start in November. The government targets 60 lakh metric tonnes, offering MSPs of INR 2,369 for common and INR 2,389 for Grade-A paddy.Read more

The Gumla district administration addressed 746 land dispute and pending certificate cases during its Anchal Diwas initiative, benefiting residents, especially underprivileged communities. Launched earlier this year, the program held weekly sessions at circle offices, providing access to administrative services without traveling to district headquarters. The initiative resolved issues ranging from land ownership disputes to caste and residential certificates. With 933 cases received in the first phase, the administration successfully addressed most on the spot, reflecting its focus on improving governance and timely service delivery at the grassroots level.Read more