Under the new rules, setback norms now vary by plot size. For 60 sqm plots, the front setback stands at 0.7 metres. Side setbacks measure 0.6 metres each. The rear setback has been removed entirely for this category. For plots up to 150 sqm, officials fixed the front setback at 0.9 metres.

Authorities have capped the building height at 12 metres for plots up to 250 sqm. The stilt floor does not count in this limit. Officials also banned hard paving in setback areas. This step supports rainwater absorption and groundwater recharge.

Urban planners welcomed the decision and called it practical. Engineers said safety remains protected through mandatory NBC 2016 compliance. The changes also simplify basement and parking rules. Mechanical parking systems now gain official approval.

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The case involved a Mumbai homebuyer who booked a 1,000 sq ft apartment in January 2017 for over ₹2 crore. The developer promised possession by December 2019, with a grace period until December 2020. Delays forced the buyer to withdraw and request a refund of the principal amount along with taxes.

MahaRERA had ordered the developer to refund the principal with interest. The buyer asked MREAT to include statutory taxes in the refund. The developer argued that it only collected taxes on behalf of the government and did not benefit from them.

MREAT agreed. The tribunal explained that GST, MVAT, TDS, stamp duty, and registration fees belong to the government. Developers act as collection agents. TDS goes directly to the Income Tax Department. Stamp duty and registration fees are in the buyer’s name. Buyers must apply to authorities for any refunds.

Legal experts welcomed the clarity. Trupti Daphtary, a Mumbai solicitor, noted that the Bombay High Court is reviewing related issues. The court will decide if developers must pay interest on statutory amounts under Section 18 of RERA.

The tribunal reaffirmed that Section 18(1) of RERA requires developers to refund only the money they actually received for the flat. Statutory levies remain outside this obligation.

This ruling clears confusion over tax refunds in real estate transactions. Buyers now know they must seek GST, TDS, stamp duty, and registration refunds directly from the government, not developers.

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Vajra Housing Projects LLP bought Plot No.17, which covers 4.59 acres, for ₹136.50 crore per acre. MSN Urban Ventures LLP secured Plot No.18, spread across 5.31 acres, for ₹137.25 crore per acre. In comparison, the 2023 auction averaged only ₹73 crore per acre. Therefore, the latest results highlight an 87% rise in land value. The government earned ₹1,356 crore from just these two plots, which reflects strong investor confidence.

Ten national and local developers took part in the online auction on the MSTC portal from 11 AM to 2 PM. Their aggressive bidding brought fresh attention to Hyderabad’s premium property segment. Moreover, officials stated that the city once again proved its dominance in the real estate sector.

HMDA will auction the remaining four Neopolis plots on November 28 and December 3. Additionally, it will conduct auctions for Gold Mine layout plots in Kokapet and 15 acres in Moosapet on December 5. Real estate groups expect similar record prices, and HMDA Commissioner Sarfaraz Ahmed welcomed the strong participation.

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Officials informed the court that Sridhar Rao had occupied layout roads and park spaces and converted them for his personal construction. They said the approved 20-acre layout has more than 162 plots, and Rao claimed most of them. This created fear among the remaining owners. One woman owner also told the court that Rao threatened her and filed false police cases when she raised objections.

The plot owners said they approached HYDERABAD officials for protection because they faced attacks and pressure. The officials inspected the site, confirmed the road encroachments, and prepared for the clearance drive. The Supreme Court had earlier imposed a ₹10 lakh penalty on Sandhya Sridhar Rao after reviewing related complaints.

After hearing the submissions, Justice Vijayasen Reddy ordered the authorities to restore the original roads and park areas. He assured support for genuine plot owners. The court scheduled the final hearing for the 18th of this month. Officials then moved quickly and demolished the unauthorised structures and sheds inside the layout as part of the court-directed action.

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Mumbai leads India’s data centre market with a 53% share, equivalent to around 1,530 MW, thanks to its proximity to global internet hubs and submarine cable routes. Chennai, Delhi-NCR, and Bengaluru follow with 20%, 10%, and 7% shares respectively, accounting for nearly 90% of total capacity.

Anshuman Magazine, Chairman & CEO of CBRE for India, Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and Africa, said the growth reflects India’s digital transformation. He noted that rising cloud adoption, Internet of Things (IoT), and AI integration are boosting infrastructure demand across the country.

Supported by government policies and cost advantages, India has emerged as a global data hub. The report highlighted $94 billion in data centre investment commitments since 2019, with Telangana, Maharashtra, and Tamil Nadu leading. During January–September 2025 alone, the sector attracted $30 billion in new investments.

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Errabelli urged Revanth Reddy to stop making irresponsible statements. He accused the Congress of forming a secret pact with the BJP. Despite serious corruption by ministers, BJP leaders stayed silent, proving both parties were protecting each other, he alleged.

He also said the Revanth government had betrayed every section of society. Business owners in Hyderabad suffered huge losses, and the real estate sector collapsed, pushing many into financial distress.

Errabelli blamed the government for ignoring farmers’ problems. He said there was no one to buy their produce. Due to official negligence, paddy stocks were soaked in rainwater at procurement centers, causing heavy losses to farmers.

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The coalition government has already engaged staff from village secretariats in this mission. Using drone technology, data from nearly 6,000 villages are being collected for 45 lakh properties. The information will be converted into Ortho Rectified Images for precise property parcel mapping, showing each plot’s length and width. Revenue and Panchayat Raj departments are jointly verifying these measurements. Reports indicate that surveys for over 43 lakh properties are complete.

Once verification is finished, authorities will issue public notices under Section 9(2) to receive objections from citizens. After resolving objections, final ownership records will be announced under Section 13. The verified owners’ lists will be displayed at village secretariats and panchayat offices.

Any required modifications will be made under the supervision of the MRO. The second phase of this massive initiative will begin after March 2026.

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On the first day, the Chief Minister met Sobha Group founder PNC Menon and discussed opportunities in Amaravati’s real estate, tourism, and hospitality sectors. Menon announced a ₹100-crore donation to build a world-class library in Amaravati. Chandrababu also met Sharaf Group Vice Chairman Sharafuddin Sharaf to discuss logistics and warehousing infrastructure.

The second day in Abu Dhabi included talks with ADNOC and Abu Dhabi Chamber officials on AI-driven services, food security, logistics, and industrial investments. He proposed collaborations between Ratan Tata Innovation Hub and Dubai Silicon Oasis for AI startups. Later, he addressed the Telugu diaspora, urging their participation in Andhra Pradesh’s development.

On the final day, Chandrababu studied Dubai’s tourism policy and infrastructure, visiting Yas Island attractions. He concluded his trip by visiting the BAPS Hindu Temple in Abu Dhabi, the region’s first traditional stone temple.

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Minister Narayana stated that the state aims to fulfill every poor family’s dream of owning a house. He mentioned that the government is working with a clear plan to ensure smooth progress. The housing project will also support economic growth and employment in construction.

He reminded that between 2014 and 2019, the TDP government approved seven lakh TIDCO houses. Out of them, five lakh houses entered the construction phase. Later, political changes caused delays in project work and affected thousands of beneficiaries.

Minister Narayana said Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu ordered the completion of 2.6 lakh TIDCO houses by June 2026. The government targets to hand over houses within the deadline. He assured that no poor family would face problems during the housing process.

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A large part of the wealthy enclave actually falls under Khairatabad constituency rather than Jubilee Hills. The neighbourhood, nestled between Banjara Hills and Hi-Tec City, has attracted film stars, politicians, corporate leaders, and bureaucrats, making it a prestigious address in South India.

The area owes its early development to IAS officer Challagalla Narasimham, founder of the Jubilee Hills Cooperative House Building Society in the 1960s. Residents recall that the locality was calm, with sparse vegetation, and mostly government employees living there. Commercial pressure increased as vehicles and private homes multiplied.

Between 2004 and 2014, the rise of malls and business hubs transformed the area into a bustling commercial centre. Yet, challenges remain. Land encroachments, scams, and unchecked commercial interests threaten green spaces, showing that even the city’s most coveted addresses face controversies.

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