Two weeks after the Haryana government reinstated the S+4 floor policy, the Punjab and Haryana High Court issued a notice to the government and relevant authorities in response to a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) filed by a Sushant Lok resident. Petitioner Sunil Kumar Singh claims that permitting four-storey buildings in Gurgaon, without adequate infrastructure, threatens the city's overall welfare. A hearing for both the PIL and a stay application, which seeks to pause further approvals, is set for October 23. Singh points out that the government ignored previous recommendations for infrastructure audits, raising alarms about the potential decline of Gurgaon's liveability.Read more

The Madras High Court imposed a INR 25,000 fine on a Tuticorin district sub-registrar for failing to register a sale deed despite a prior order. The case arose from a petition by Pandi, whose registration was initially denied due to the absence of a parent document and later rejected again due to a pending civil suit. Justice N. Sathish Kumar highlighted that such refusals contradict previous rulings and constitute contempt of court. The judge ordered the fine to be paid to a women's advocate association creche and, upon the sub-registrar's compliance and affidavit of undertaking, overturned the refusal order.Read more

Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has assured the residents of Nashik that he will grant freehold status to all homes built and sold on leasehold by the City and Industrial Development Corporation of Maharashtra (CIDCO). This move addresses a long-standing demand by CIDCO residents, who have been unable to freely develop their properties due to the leasehold nature of the land. Shinde has directed the CIDCO chairman to prepare the necessary proposal for conversion. The chief minister also promised to look into the residents' concerns regarding the high property taxes levied on both residential and commercial CIDCO properties. This decision is expected to provide much-needed relief to Nashik's CIDCO homeowners.Read more

The Real Estate Appellate Tribunal (MREAT) has reversed a MahaRERA order, requiring the promoter of a Jogeshwari (East) project to refund INR 13.5 lakh plus 2% interest to allottees who booked a flat in 2019. The developer had previously forfeited the booking amount after the allottees requested cancellation due to loan difficulties. MREAT found that the promoter violated Section 13 of the RERA Act 2016 by accepting more than 10% of the flat's cost without a written agreement. The tribunal highlighted that there was no evidence of loss from the cancellation, reinforcing the need for justifiable reasons for forfeiture.Read more

Amid ongoing confusion over regulations for construction near lakes and water bodies, the HMDA and GHMC have paused approvals for 400-500 building and layout applications. While no official order halts permissions, uncertainties surrounding Full Tank Levels (FTL) and buffer zones have prompted delays. Real estate developers fear these setbacks, especially during the key October-December buying season, may impact the market. The Hyderabad River Authority and Lake Area Administration (HYDRAA) has tightened oversight, leading to suspensions and legal action against officials involved in prior irregular approvals.Read more

The Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA) has launched an investigation into serious allegations against senior officials regarding the improper issuance of completion certificates to ten kiosk owners who had not commenced construction. Evidence suggests these certificates bypassed standard approval procedures. Granted between May and July for kiosks in sectors 32, 22D, 20, and 17A, the certificates should have received final approval from YEIDA's CEO, Arun Vir Singh. The authority is considering revoking land allocations due to these irregularities. A dedicated committee, led by Additional CEO Shruti, will investigate the situation, aiming to restore transparency and fairness in land distribution processes.Read more

The Prayagraj Development Authority (PDA) has implemented a 10% price cut on unsold flats in Kalindipuram and Naini, aiming to boost sales after previous initiatives failed to attract buyers. This decision follows a board meeting focused on Master Plan 2031, which will expand the urban area to include 1,200 new villages, increasing the PDA's jurisdiction from 309 to 398 square kilometres. The residential zone will expand from 36% to 46%, while the commercial area will increase from 2.04% to 4.57%, addressing the growing demand for housing and development in the region.Read more

The Ghaziabad Development Authority (GDA) is set to acquire 541.1 hectares across eight villages for the new Hamnandipuram township. To prevent land price inflation and protect local farmers, the GDA will restrict land transactions, discouraging purchases by outsiders. The affected villages include Nagla Firoj, Mohanpur, Morta, and others. An official notification is expected soon. The township, estimated to cost INR 10,000 crore, will focus on sustainable technologies, including AI-driven water management, solar energy, and resource conservation. This project aims to modernize Ghaziabad, boosting housing, infrastructure, and economic opportunities while maintaining environmental balance.Read more

The police in North Goa have initiated a tenant verification drive, checking the credentials of over 40,000 tenants and housekeepers. Led by Superintendent Akshat Kaushal, the campaign aims for 100% verification of tenants, laborers, and house help, targeting new locations weekly. Special camps are set up in market areas, involving close collaboration with the public and market welfare groups. As of September 28, 27,700 helpers have been verified. Part of "Operation Raakhan," this effort enhances security, alongside increased nighttime patrols to address home invasions and other crimes, creating a safer environment across the region.Read more

Starting in November, managing committee members of cooperative housing societies in Maharashtra can handle complaints online via the upgraded Sahakar Samvad portal, eliminating the need to visit the deputy registrar's office. The portal, which has recorded 4,629 complaints since its launch, will allow members to file grievances and access orders issued after hearings. Aimed at enhancing transparency and efficiency, the platform will soon make final orders publicly available. Despite its success, some users have reported delays and mismanagement. The state cooperation department is addressing these concerns through platform improvements and enforcing standardized timelines for complaint resolution.Read more