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The Department of Town and Country Planning (DTCP) has warned developers in a city in Haryana for setting up temporary site offices without obtaining permission. Around 50 developers have been issued guidelines by the DTCP, emphasizing the need for proper authorization. The unauthorized site offices violate norms and result in revenue loss. The DTCP has specified a process for developers to apply for permission, with a validity of five years and a provision for extension. Violators will face action. The DTCP aims to ensure compliance, protect revenue, and uphold urban development regulations.Read more
The Thane Revenue Department in Maharashtra is taking action against around 300 residents who allegedly defaulted on repaying bank loans taken to purchase immovable properties. The department will attach properties collectively valued over Rs. 300 crores against which the loans were secured. The action follows requests from lending institutions under the provisions of the Securitization and Reconstruction of Financial Assets and Enforcement of Security Interest (SARFAESI) Act.Read more
Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has waived 100% of additional development charges in the Pune Metropolitan Regional Development Authority (PMRDA) areas from July 2018 to April 2023, providing relief to builders and homeowners. The decision follows a proposal presented during the PMRDA annual budget meeting. Shinde also approved the PMRDA budget for 2023-24 and proposed the transfer of land for a memorial construction. The move aims to facilitate development and ease the financial burden on stakeholders in the region.Read more
In a significant development, the bail pleas of Dheeraj and Kapil Wadhawan, promoters of Dewan Housing Finance Limited (DHFL), were rejected by a special Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) court. The court stated that both individuals played integral roles in a conspiracy and scam that involved the illicit use of public funds, resulting in substantial damage to Yes Bank. The case revolves around an alleged money laundering scheme amounting to Rs 5,050 crore, allegedly involving banker Rana Kapoor and his family members. Since 2020, the Wadhawan brothers have been incarcerated.Read more
Haryana grapples with a rampant issue of illegal encroachment as thousands of acres of municipal land remain unlawfully occupied. Recent reports indicate significant encroachment in various areas, including Sohna, Kalka, Beri, Pehowa, Shahabad, Thanesar, Bawani Khera, Ambala City, and Ambala Sadar. Despite the alarming extent of encroachment, the process of eviction and removal has been hindered by vacant positions of joint commissioners and pending cases. The Punjab and Haryana High Court has taken notice of the matter, ordering action against responsible officials. However, the situation persists, leaving the resolution of the land crisis in Haryana uncertain.Read more
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The Department of Town and Country Planning (DTCP) has sealed five high-end residential buildings in Gurugram, citing flagrant violations of building regulations. The illegal activities were uncovered in notable colonies like Sushant Lok I, Greenwood City, and South City 1 following complaints lodged through the Chief Minister's window. The offenders had constructed plots earmarked for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) without mandatory permissions. Authorities have called for regular inspections to prevent such infractions, highlighting the strain unauthorized constructions place on local infrastructure and amenities.Read more
The Uttar Pradesh Real Estate Regulatory Authority (UP-RERA) aims to harness the potential of cutting-edge technologies like artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, and natural language processing (NLP) to establish a Smart Court. By incorporating these emerging technologies, UP-RERA intends to enhance the design, development, and implementation of a technologically advanced judicial system. The Smart Court initiative seeks to leverage AI's capabilities to streamline and optimize various court processes, enabling more efficient and effective resolution of legal matters. With the integration of AI, machine learning, and NLP, UP-RERA aims to create a modernized and technology-driven judicial framework in Uttar Pradesh.Read more
Over 26,000 landless families in Nashik have been granted plots for housing construction under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY). With a total of 32,798 applications received, the district administrations have cleared approximately 80% of the proposals. The highest demand for land came from Jalgaon district, where 19,936 out of 23,207 applications were approved. Additionally, the state government has launched the Maha Awas Yojana to provide affordable housing solutions. Out of 1.10 lakh applications received, 85,750 have been completed so far. The authorities are determined to meet the housing needs of the people in a timely manner.Read more
The Supreme Court has ruled that the allocation of house sites in the R5 zone of Amaravati to the poor is contingent upon the final judgment of the AP high court. The court refused to grant a stay on the allocation, stating that third-party rights are also subject to the high court's decision. The farmers of Amaravati argued that the government had changed the master plan and allocated housing sites in non-residential zones. The court has been urged to impose a stay on the R5 zone until the Amaravati petitions are heard in July 2023.Read more
The Greater Mohali Area Development Authority (GMADA) has been found responsible for not fulfilling its obligation to provide a plot with promised amenities within the specified timeframe. As a result, the Punjab State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission has ordered GMADA to either hand over possession of the plot or refund the money. In addition, the authority has been fined Rs 40,000 as compensation for causing mental distress and harassment, as well as covering the costs of litigation.Read more
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