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Authorities in Meghalaya's Garo Hills region have imposed restrictions preventing non-tribal individuals from purchasing, inheriting or claiming land. The order was issued by the Garo Hills Autonomous District Council using its powers under the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution of India to protect tribal land ownership and customary rights. The notification also invalidates benami arrangements where land is held in a tribal person's name for the benefit of a non-tribal individual. While new transactions are barred, land that has already been legally owned or inherited by non-tribals will remain valid under existing laws.Read more
09 Mar 2026
Bollywood actor Amitabh Bachchan has purchased a 2.67-acre land parcel in Ayodhya for INR 35 crore from real estate developer House of Abhinandan Lodha (HoABL). The transaction was executed by Rajesh Yadav on behalf of AB Corp Ltd. The land is located near HoABL's 75-acre luxury plotted development The Sarayu, where Bachchan had earlier purchased land parcels in 2024. This marks the actor's third investment in Ayodhya through HoABL and his fourth overall investment in the city. The deal highlights growing investor interest in Ayodhya's real estate market amid ongoing infrastructure development and rising demand for plotted land in emerging religious and tourism destinations.Read more
09 Mar 2026
The Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) has approached the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) for the allotment of land in Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC) to expand its operational footprint in Mumbai. Senior officials from BSE recently met MMRDA authorities to discuss identifying a suitable land parcel in the financial district. The proposed expansion is expected to strengthen Mumbai's position as India's financial capital and contribute to further institutional growth within BKC. The development follows the recent expansion by the National Stock Exchange of India in the same district, highlighting increasing demand from financial institutions and multinational corporations seeking a presence in one of India's most prominent financial and commercial hubs.Read more
09 Mar 2026
Warehousing leasing activity in Kolkata declined 30% year-on-year in 2025 to 4.6 million sq ft from 6.5 million sq ft in 2024, largely due to elevated land prices and constrained availability of Grade A facilities, according to a report by Knight Frank India. Despite the drop in transactions, the consultancy noted that the city's logistics market remains structurally strong, supported by infrastructure improvements and evolving occupier demand. Third-party logistics (3PL) and e-commerce continued to drive demand, while the manufacturing sector increased its share of leasing activity. Dankuni remained the dominant warehousing cluster, accounting for the majority of leasing activity due to its strategic connectivity and established logistics ecosystem.Read more
08 Mar 2026
The Maharashtra government has clarified the circumstances under which the Wilson College Gymkhana land in Mumbai was allotted on a 30-year lease to the Jain International Organisation. Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule informed the Legislative Assembly that the Mumbai City Collector had earlier received a complaint alleging violation of lease conditions by the previous occupant of the property. Following a hearing, the collector took possession of the land. The state government later approved its allocation to the organisation for gymkhana use. The decision has sparked protests and is currently being challenged through a writ petition pending before the Bombay High Court.Read more
07 Mar 2026
The APCRDA Additional Commissioner, A. Bhargava Teja, IAS, conducted an inspection of Mandadam village layouts under the Negotiated Settlement Policy in Amaravati. Officials briefed him on layout structures, land allocations, and development plans using detailed maps. The review focused on planning and execution to ensure adherence to the Capital Region's development framework. Senior APCRDA officials and department representatives were present, highlighting the policy's emphasis on structured and transparent land settlements. The inspection reflects ongoing efforts to implement the policy efficiently and maintain regulatory compliance in the area.Read more
06 Mar 2026
Chennai Metro Rail Limited has outlined plans to develop approximately 73 lakh sq ft of land at 37 station precincts along its Phase II metro corridors as part of transit-oriented development (TOD) initiatives, officials said earlier this week. The move is aimed at unlocking non-fare revenue and catalysing mixed-use urban development by leveraging surplus land parcels around metro infrastructure. Proposed uses include commercial space, last-mile connectivity hubs, multi-level parking and public amenities. Land parcels earmarked span prime urban nodes such as Thousand Lights, Nandanam, Alandur and St Thomas Mount, with commercial development to be pursued via transparent bidding or joint ventures, subject to approvals. The TOD programme aligns with broader government efforts to integrate public transport and urban growth, boost ridership, and attract private investment into Chennai's rapidly expanding metro network.Read more
05 Mar 2026
Godrej Properties has expanded its development pipeline by acquiring an 11.36-acre land parcel in Sector 63A, Gurugram, and winning an e-auction for a 5-acre site off EM Bypass in Kolkata. The Gurugram project is expected to generate over INR 4,500 crore in revenue, while the Kolkata development has a revenue potential of around INR 1,650 crore. With these additions, the company's total estimated future sales potential for the financial year has crossed INR 40,000 crore, significantly exceeding its initial business development guidance.Read more
05 Mar 2026
The Union Ministry of Railways has informed the Indian Parliament that land acquisition delays are impeding the progress of five proposed new railway line projects in Karnataka, officials said in the past week. The stalled alignments which include key regional connectors such as the Kadur Chikmagalur, Hubballi Belagavi and Gadag Wadi corridors face protracted acquisition processes, litigation and coordination challenges with state authorities and landowners. The ministry noted that while detailed project reports and surveys for these lines have been completed, progress on ground has been largely stalled due to pending possession of required parcels. Railways expressed commitment to resolving bottlenecks and advancing projects once land is made available, highlighting that acquisition delays remain a major constraint on expanding the state's rail network and unlocking associated economic and mobility benefits.Read more
05 Mar 2026
Rising land prices and limited availability of well-located plots are reshaping Visakhapatnam's housing market, driving a shift toward 40-50 storey residential complexes. Developers are favoring high-rise projects to distribute steep land acquisition costs across more units, lowering per square-foot prices and offering enhanced amenities such as gyms, pools, and clubhouses. Demand remains strong due to growth in IT and allied sectors, with micro-markets like Madhurawada Kapuluppada, Anandapuram Kommadi, Bhogapuram Bheemili, and Yendada Rushikonda seeing increased activity. Vertical housing also improves land-use efficiency and aligns with modern buyer expectations.Read more
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04 Mar 2026
The Bombay High Court has dismissed the Maharashtra government's petition seeking to classify 193 acres in Thane's Manpada-Chitalsar area as acquired private forest land. Upholding a 2017 Maharashtra Revenue Tribunal order, the court found serious procedural lapses in the 1970s acquisition notice, including improper service and lack of authorised signatures. With over 100 acres already used for public infrastructure, the court directed the Thane Municipal Corporation to grant Transferable Development Rights to the original landowner within 21 days, reinforcing due process and property rights protections.Read more
03 Mar 2026
The Centre is planning to mobilise around INR 52,000 crore over the next four years by monetising and redeveloping key land parcels in Delhi, including General Pool Residential Accommodation (GPRA) colonies and land at Badarpur earlier held by NTPC. A large share is expected from commercial use of built-up space in Sarojini Nagar and other redeveloped government housing clusters. This target is substantially higher than the nearly INR 15,000 crore raised over the past five years, reflecting a stronger push under the next phase of the national asset monetisation programme.Read more
03 Mar 2026
A 95-year-old Borivali resident, Anusuya Devrukhkar, has sought criminal proceedings against land acquisition officials and a private builder over the alleged wrongful disbursal of more than INR 87 crore in compensation for her family's land reserved for a public garden. The family has accused authorities of releasing over INR 60 crore to the builder on the basis of disputed 1992 documents and ignoring safeguards meant for Scheduled Caste landowners under the 2013 land acquisition law. Recovery of funds is ongoing, and multiple appeals are pending before the Bombay High Court.Read more
03 Mar 2026
The Bombay High Court has nullified the Maharashtra government's acquisition of 217 acres in Thane as private forest, ruling that procedural requirements were not followed. The notice for acquisition was neither served on the actual landowner, D Dayabhai and Co Pvt Ltd, nor signed by an authorised officer, violating the Private Forests (Acquisition) Act, 1975. The court cited the Supreme Court's Godrej & Boyce judgment, highlighting that proper notice and opportunity to be heard are mandatory. Authorities were directed to restore the land to its original status, rejecting claims based solely on revenue records.Read more
03 Mar 2026
Kolkata-based Merlin Group has acquired a 3.26-acre land parcel in Mundhwa, near Koregaon Park in Pune, for INR 273 crore, according to property registration documents. The transaction was registered in the past week, with stamp duty of INR 19.11 crore paid. The acquisition has been executed through the group's subsidiary, Merlin Prime Spaces. The developer plans to invest over INR 1,000 crore, including land cost, to build a commercial office project targeting BFSI occupiers and global capability centres. The project is expected to be completed by 2030 and could command a valuation of around INR 3,000 crore upon full occupation. The deal adds to Merlin Group's growing Pune portfolio, where it has been active since 2021 across commercial, mixed-use and premium residential segments, amid rising developer interest in the Mundhwa Koregaon Park corridor.Read more
02 Mar 2026
Leader of Opposition in the Maharashtra Assembly, Vijay Wadettiwar, criticised the state government over its handling of land acquisition for the proposed Shaktipeeth Expressway, alleging that farmers are being pressured at a time when unseasonal rains and hailstorms have damaged crops across several districts. He said compensation for earlier losses and a promised paddy bonus are still pending. Protests have been reported in Parbhani and other districts, where farmers have opposed the survey process and police deployment for land measurement activities.Read more
02 Mar 2026
The Enforcement Directorate has provisionally attached land parcels worth INR 598 crore in Agra in connection with a money laundering investigation against Ansal Properties and Infrastructure Ltd. The action is linked to alleged irregularities in the release of land in Gurugram that had originally been acquired for public purposes. The case originates from a 2019 CBI FIR registered on Supreme Court directions. Since the Gurugram land has already been developed and sold, the agency attached alternate properties in Agra to secure alleged proceeds of crime.Read more
01 Mar 2026
A First Information Report (FIR) has been filed in Dehradun, Uttarakhand, after the district administration uncovered the illegal sale of around 0.76 hectares of land that was under a court ban on PACL-linked properties. The transaction, alleged to have taken place in October 2025, involved forged documents and the concealment of the land's restricted status when it was sold to a buyer from Zirakpur, Punjab. The plot in Aamwala Tarla had been barred from transfer under orders associated with the PACL (Pearls Agro Tech Corporation Limited) liquidation process overseen by the former RM Lodha Committee, but the sale deed was still registered under the Registration Act, 1908. Dehradun authorities have lodged an FIR naming both the seller and buyer, and are now also probing the conduct of the sub-registrar's office that processed the deed amid the ongoing court prohibition.Read more
27 Feb 2026
The Uttar Pradesh government will conduct a lottery on 28 February for the allotment of plots in the forthcoming Lucknow IT City, an integrated technology and business district being developed on the Agra�Lucknow Expressway corridor. Uttar Pradesh officials said that applications were received under two categories � IT/ITeS and allied services and commercial & hospitality � and that the lottery will determine successful applicants among the eligible bidders. The plot sizes range from 2,487 sq m to over 4,000 sq m, with the largest parcel measuring 4,163 sq m. The initiative forms part of the state�s strategy to attract technology, business and service sector investments to the region, and will be overseen by relevant departments with transparency measures in place to ensure fairness in the allotment process. Successful applicants will be notified soon after the draw.Read more
27 Feb 2026
The Telangana government has initiated a major infrastructure and financial restructuring exercise as it prepares to take over the 69-kilometre Phase-I of the Hyderabad Metro Rail from Larsen & Toubro (L&T) in a transaction valued at around INR 15,000 crore. The state Cabinet approved the acquisition in its 24 February meeting, with the takeover expected to be concluded by March 31. The deal includes absorbing approximately INR 13,000 crore of existing debt and paying around INR 2,000 crore for L&T equity stake in the concessionaire. Officials have appointed financial and technical advisers for due diligence and are planning a debt revamp that would leverage lower-interest financing, supported by anticipated farebox and commercial revenues. The move also opens the door for land monetisation of unevaluated metro-allotted land estimated at about 120 acres to bolster revenue and support future expansion of the city's rapid transit system.Read more
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