Category: REAL ESTATE NEWS

MahaRERA Tightens Real Estate Advertising Rules, Makes Disclosure Norms Mandatory

July 24, 2026

Transparency in real estate advertising is no longer a matter of marketing preference but a regulatory obligation. Reinforcing this principle, the Maharashtra Real Estate Regulatory Authority (MahaRERA) has clarified that the size of an advertisement or the fact that it is published free of cost does not exempt developers from complying with mandatory disclosure requirements. […]

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Thane Data Centre Faces Local Opposition

July 23, 2026

Residents of Thane have intensified their opposition to Amazon’s proposed data centre in Balkum, raising concerns over its environmental impact, water consumption and electricity requirements. The protest highlights the growing challenge of balancing large-scale digital infrastructure projects with the interests of local communities and urban sustainability. Several hundred people staged a demonstration against the project, […]

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ITAT Clarifies Tax Treatment of Redevelopment Agreements

In a significant ruling for Mumbai’s redevelopment sector, the Mumbai bench of the Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT) has held that the mere execution and registration of a redevelopment agreement does not amount to the receipt of immovable property and, therefore, cannot trigger taxation under anti-abuse provisions of the Income Tax Act. The decision comes […]

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Raised Access Flooring: The Smart Choice for Moisture Resistance & Long-Term Building Performance

July 22, 2026

Moisture Resistance and Corrosion Protection in Modern Flooring Systems — Aslam Hussain, Vice President, Global Sales and Strategic Alliances As commercial buildings continue to evolve in scale and complexity, Raised Access Flooring has become a strategic infrastructure solution that effectively addresses the structural, moisture, and operational challenges associated with conventional flooring systems. Structural Efficiency in […]

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Navi Mumbai’s Growth Hits Pause Over Land Approval Delays

Government Proposes Mandatory Energy Ratings for Large Commercial Buildings

The Union government has proposed making energy performance ratings mandatory for all new commercial and institutional buildings with a built-up area of 20,000 square metres or more, marking a significant step towards improving energy efficiency in one of India’s fastest-growing power-consuming sectors. The proposal, introduced through a draft notification issued by the Ministry of Power […]

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MahaRERA Faces Questions Over Recovery Data Delay

Consumer groups have raised concerns over MahaRERA’s commitment to transparency after the authority’s online dashboard tracking recovery warrants against defaulting developers remained unchanged for nearly six months, despite fresh recovery orders being issued during the same period. The “Recovery Warrants District Wise” section on the MahaRERA website was last updated on January 20. Although individual […]

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Bombay HC Seeks Clear Rules on Home Alterations

July 21, 2026

Observing the growing number of unauthorised modifications in residential buildings, the Bombay High Court has directed the Maharashtra government to formulate comprehensive guidelines defining the kinds of alterations that can legally be undertaken in flats and housing societies. The court also instructed the Panvel Municipal Corporation (PMC) to take immediate action against unauthorised constructions identified […]

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Dharavi Redevelopment to Shape Mumbai’s Next Phase of Urban Growth

July 20, 2026

Mumbai Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has announced a series of major urban renewal and housing initiatives, with the Dharavi Redevelopment Project emerging as the centrepiece of the state’s redevelopment agenda. Envisioned as an economic transformation programme as much as a housing initiative, the project aims to modernise infrastructure, strengthen connectivity and generate employment opportunities. The […]

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Maharashtra Moves to Address Land Survey Backlog

Maharashtra is grappling with a significant backlog in land measurement and survey-related matters, with 1,28,290 pending land survey cases across the state and an average resolution period of 121 days. The figures were shared by Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule in the Legislative Assembly while responding to questions raised by MLA Bhimrao Tapkir. The pending cases […]

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CIDCO Leases Nerul Land Parcel for ₹177 Crore Premium

July 18, 2026

Mumbai’s satellite cities continue to attract large-scale investments, with the City and Industrial Development Corporation of Maharashtra Ltd (CIDCO) leasing a prime land parcel in Nerul to a private developer for a substantial premium. The transaction reflects the growing demand for strategically located plots in Navi Mumbai, where residential and commercial development is gaining momentum. […]

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