Category: Infrastructure

Supreme Court’s Interim Order Reshapes Mumbai’s Cluster Redevelopment Debate

August 3, 2026

A Legal Pause with Citywide Implications When a redevelopment project spanning 132 acres in two of Mumbai’s most valuable neighbourhoods reaches the Supreme Court, its impact extends far beyond the societies directly involved. The outcome has the potential to shape the legal interpretation of redevelopment rights, influence future urban renewal policies, and redefine the implementation […]

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MahaRERA Tightens Real Estate Advertising Rules, Makes Disclosure Norms Mandatory

MahaRERA Orders Refund of Clubhouse Charges After Six-Year Delay

August 1, 2026

A promised amenity is not merely a marketing feature—it is a contractual commitment. Reinforcing the rights of homebuyers, the Maharashtra Real Estate Regulatory Authority (MahaRERA) has ruled that developers cannot indefinitely retain money collected for facilities that remain unbuilt. The order underscores that buyers are entitled to seek a refund when a promised amenity is […]

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Powai SRA Project Clears Major Hurdle After BMC Approves Tree Removal Plan

Balancing Redevelopment with Environmental Responsibility Urban redevelopment in Mumbai is increasingly becoming a test of how infrastructure expansion can coexist with environmental conservation. The latest approval granted by the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) Tree Authority for a major Slum Rehabilitation Authority (SRA) project in Powai reflects this delicate balance, combining large-scale rehabilitation with regulated environmental […]

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Maharashtra Strengthens Housing Society Governance with Landmark Rule Changes

July 31, 2026

Member-Centric Reforms Set New Standards for Cooperative Housing Societies As Maharashtra witnesses rapid urban redevelopment and evolving housing regulations, the state has unveiled one of its most comprehensive governance reforms for cooperative housing societies. The sweeping amendments are expected to redefine how thousands of societies are formed, managed and governed, while promoting greater transparency, accountability […]

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BMC Tree Panel to Review 3,169 Trees Linked to Mumbai’s Mega Projects

As Mumbai accelerates its infrastructure and redevelopment agenda, environmental concerns are once again taking centre stage. The city’s Tree Authority is set to examine applications involving 3,169 trees connected to some of Mumbai’s largest redevelopment and infrastructure projects. The meeting will determine whether permission should be granted to fell 1,777 trees and transplant 1,392 trees, […]

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BMC Eyes Mulund Land for Dharavi Redevelopment

July 29, 2026

Mumbai’s ambitious Dharavi Redevelopment Project (DRP) has moved a step closer to securing crucial infrastructure support, with the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) proposing to lease 15 acres of reclaimed land at the Mulund dumping ground. The land is intended to facilitate construction-related activities for one of the country’s largest urban redevelopment initiatives while also generating […]

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Centre Reorganises Housing Ministry to Strengthen Urban Governance & Housing Policy

India’s urban governance framework has entered a new phase with the Centre reorganising the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) into two dedicated departments. The restructuring is aimed at creating a sharper administrative framework by separating the governance of the National Capital Region from nationwide housing and urban development programmes. The move is expected […]

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Over Half of Mumbai’s Slum Land Enters Redevelopment Phase

July 28, 2026

Mumbai’s slum redevelopment programme has reached an unprecedented scale, with 56.35% of the city’s total slum land either under active redevelopment or stalled projects. The latest figures highlight the growing pace of urban renewal while also revealing the challenges that continue to affect project execution and rehabilitation. Redevelopment Expands Across the City According to data […]

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Bombay HC Clarifies Future FSI Rights, Strengthens Housing Society Ownership

Property ownership is not merely about possession—it is about securing legal title and the rights that accompany it. In a landmark judgment, the Bombay High Court has reaffirmed that developers cannot delay or withhold the conveyance of land and buildings simply to retain control over future Floor Space Index (FSI). The ruling provides long-awaited clarity […]

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Onida Unlocks Real Estate Value to Drive Corporate Revival

July 27, 2026

Unlocking Value from Legacy Assets In a strategic move to strengthen its financial position, Onida Electronics is planning to monetise a part of its real estate portfolio to generate funds for reviving its iconic television brand. The initiative reflects the company’s renewed focus on improving operational efficiency while competing with major consumer electronics brands such […]

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