The Karnataka High Court recently struck down a 2020 circular issued by the Karnataka Real Estate Regulatory Authority (K-RERA) that sought to retrospectively impose a delay fee on real estate developers for late submission of quarterly updates and annual audit statements. The court highlighted that such fees require legislative backing and cannot be imposed solely through administrative orders. The judgment reflects the importance of statutory authorization in financial regulations and provides relief to developers who faced penalties without clear legal sanction.Read more

The Goa government has allowed NBCC (India) Ltd to sell around 1.5 lakh square meters of redeveloped government-owned properties, mainly in Panaji. This comes as part of a INR 1,700 crore project involving seven key government sites, including Junta House, KTC bus stand, Circuit House, and government quarters. The sale proceeds will fund the redevelopment, while the state will retain a significant portion of built-up areas. Construction is planned in phases and expected to finish within three years, supported by additional operation and maintenance funding.Read more

The Real Estate Regulatory Authority (RERA) in Bihar has ordered Agrani Homes to refund INR 1 crore to 18 homebuyers of the PK Villa Project. The refund will be shared in proportion to the amount each buyer had invested. The authority has also allowed the landowner of the project, who deposited INR 1 crore with RERA, to cancel the development agreement with the builder. Refunds will be processed via RTGS once buyers submit bank details and documents. RERA Bihar has already facilitated refunds of nearly INR 6 crore in similar cases over the past few months.Read more

The Hubballi-Dharwad Urban Development Authority (HDUDA) has extended its Local Planning Area (LPA) from 407 square kilometres to 757 square kilometres by adding 46 villages across Dharwad, Hubballi Urban, Hubballi Rural, and Kalghatagi taluks. This expansion aims to control unplanned growth, prevent illegal layouts, and ensure better infrastructure development. A new master plan for 2041 is being prepared to integrate these villages and guide industrial, commercial, and residential development. The inclusion of these villages is expected to improve amenities and enhance land value for farmers.Read more

The Odisha Real Estate Regulatory Authority (ORERA) has introduced revised guidelines to improve the efficiency of its Conciliation and Dispute Resolution (CDR) cell. These guidelines focus on resolving disputes between homebuyers, promoters, and agents under the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016. The framework sets out procedures for initiating conciliation, timelines for resolution, fees, and the binding nature of agreements. ORERA's move reflects its ongoing effort to make real estate regulation more transparent, reduce legal delays, and ensure fair treatment for all parties involved in the state.Read more

Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC) has started issuing transferable development rights (TDR) certificates to private landowners whose plots were encroached by slum dwellers. The initiative, guided by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, makes Nagpur the first city in Maharashtra to implement such a scheme. Landowners can monetise their rights through TDR sales, while slum families will soon receive government-approved leases. The move settles decades of disputes, provides legal and financial relief to property owners and residents, and follows the broader TDR practices used in Maharashtra's urban redevelopment.Read more

The Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) is set to launch a mobile application to simplify e-khata submissions for property owners, complementing the existing online and Bengaluru One centres. The app will allow property owners and their authorised representatives to submit applications directly using essential documents such as property sale deed, tax receipts, Aadhaar number, encumbrance certificate, Bescom bill, and property photographs. Since October last year, around 7.5 lakh final e-khatas have been issued, reflecting growing adoption of digital property management in Bengaluru.Read more

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has asked Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena to fast-track the Master Plan 2041, highlighting the need for a clear, long-term plan to address the city's developmental challenges and benefit future generations. The Delhi Development Authority is preparing the plan, which aims to guide urban growth for the coming decades. The Chief Minister also reviewed the draft, stressing concrete solutions, while LG Saxena confirmed focused efforts for timely implementation. Parallelly, the Dilli Gramodaya Abhiyan has advanced rural infrastructure projects, improving life in 50 villages.Read more

The Municipal Corporation of Ludhiana has demolished an unauthorised colony in Mundian Kalan on the orders of Commissioner Aaditya Dachalwal. The Zone B building branch led the drive, dismantling structures built without approvals and targeting the developer responsible. This action is part of a wider crackdown on illegal construction, with four unauthorised buildings in Model Town and Kochar Market also razed last week. Officials stressed that residents must secure sanctioned building plans before starting projects. By dismantling unapproved colonies and warning violators, the civic body aims to uphold urban planning norms, curb unregulated development, and ensure stricter compliance across Ludhiana.Read more

Bhubaneswar has rolled out a detailed action plan to address the encroachment of around 498 acres of government land across the city. Chief Minister Shri Mohan Charan Majhi revealed that Jaydev Vihar tops the list with 148 acres affected. The government has formed a Central Enforcement Monitoring Committee (CEMC) and is filing cases under the Odisha Public Premises (Eviction of Unauthorised Occupants) Act. Over 11,000 encroachment cases have been registered, impacting key areas including Chandrasekharpur, Jagamara, Dumduma, and BJB Nagar. Eviction drives are ongoing to restore land for public use.Read more