Karnataka's revenue department has verified over 13.9 lakh government land parcels using the Land Beat digital surveillance program, identifying encroachments on approximately 90,000 plots across the state.
The decades-long Shikohpur land dispute in Gurgaon may finally end as the Centre agrees to release the area from acquisition for Krishi Vigyan Kendra, providing relief to villagers.
The Bengaluru Business Corridor project encounters legal complications over land compensation, with a 2008-09 award conflicting with current high land values. BDA offers negotiated payouts up to Rs 16 crore per acre to resolve the impasse.
Central Railway's passenger earnings hit Rs 5,881 crore in Apr-Dec 2025, a 5% rise. Over 1.2 billion passengers travelled, with suburban and non-suburban networks showing strong growth. Read the full analysis.
Allahabad High Court dismisses farmers' petitions against YEIDA land acquisition, upholding Supreme Court's final decision. Over 1,500 allottees to finally get possession after 16-year wait.
Karnataka's long-overdue mission to reclaim grabbed public land must proceed with empathy and fairness, targeting the powerful without exception. Read the full editorial analysis.
Karnataka Housing Board plans a major housing project near Devanahalli, acquiring 593 acres. Landowners get 50% developed land as compensation. Read about the impact and local concerns.
HYDRAA's major anti-encroachment drive in Miyapur secures 15 acres of prime government land valued at ₹3,000 crore. The agency also protected Water Board property in a separate action.
Bengaluru Urban district administration has reclaimed government land worth over Rs 6.26 crore in a coordinated anti-encroachment drive across all taluks. Read the full story.
Central Railway's Bhusawal division stations a state-of-the-art High Speed Accident Relief Train (HS-SPART) at Manmad Junction, featuring an onboard operation theatre and advanced rescue gear for swift emergency response ahead of Kumbh Mela 2026-28.
Delays in land acquisition by KIADB and failure to clear encroachments by SWR are crippling the Bengaluru Suburban Rail Project. Costs have skyrocketed from ₹1,470 crore to ₹5,000 crore. Read the full report.
A major land grab scam exposed in Bengaluru's Kogilu area. Gang charged lakhs for government land, issuing fake documents. Key details and police investigation inside.
Farmers in Prakasam district oppose NHAI's plan to acquire fertile land for emergency flight landing on NH-16. They demand use of barren land instead. #FarmersProtest #LandRights
Supreme Court criticizes Uttarakhand govt for inaction on massive forest land encroachment in Rishikesh, hints at politician-bureaucrat nexus. Details of illegal constructions sought.
Railway track doubling between Thiruvananthapuram Central and Parassala is 70% complete, aiming for an August 2026 finish. The project will boost connectivity and cut delays on the key southern route.
Supreme Court criticizes Uttarakhand government for inaction on massive forest land encroachment in Rishikesh, hints at politician-bureaucrat nexus. Details inside.
Himachal Pradesh government's Supreme Court appeal against a high court order for higher land compensation sparks outrage among activists and affected families. Details inside.
Kerala's new land regularisation SOP could nullify years of legal action against 57 illegal constructions in Idukki, including resorts on govt land. Read the full investigation.
Maharashtra emerges as India's railway development leader with 35 mega projects worth Rs 3.5 lakh crore. Discover how this investment transforms Mumbai and Vidarbha's connectivity.
Sourabh Roy argues India's fragmented land law framework is ill-equipped for rapid urban growth, record manipulation, and lengthy court disputes. Read the analysis.
Kanpur's Anwarganj elevated railway track project receives Rs 35.87 crore for land acquisition. The 17-km track aims to eliminate 18 level crossings, easing traffic for 50 lakh citizens by 2027. Read more.
A special CBI court has decided to begin the trial in the high-profile Manesar land scam case, involving alleged illegal acquisition of 912 acres. Key accused include former Haryana CM Bhupinder Singh Hooda. Read for full details.
A 67-year-old farmer in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar was allegedly swindled of Rs 2.05 crore over six years by a gang promising higher land compensation and government jobs. Police have registered a case and are investigating.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath directs the use of GPS-enabled rovers for land consolidation to ensure transparency and curb corruption at the grassroots level.
Goa government begins a landmark digital land survey this month to update records and issue Urban Property Cards (UrPro) in Panaji, Margao, and Cuncolim. Learn about the process and how landowners can participate.
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma warns tea estates of losing Rs 150 crore annual incentives for non-cooperation in granting land rights to 3.33 lakh worker families. Read the full story.
A Kerala special tahsildar sold a public road near Nemom railway station to Indian Railways for ₹1.15 crore, hiding the fact it was a public thoroughfare. Residents fight for justice as bureaucracy ignores logic.
A special tahsildar in Thiruvananthapuram sold a public road to railways for Rs 1.15 crore, leaving residents stranded. Discover the Kafkaesque battle for an alternative road and the bureaucratic lies exposed by RTI.
Authorities in Davangere demolished 16 houses built on encroached government land near the railway track. The action followed a High Court order. Read the full report on the crackdown.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah reviews progress on 5 crucial railway projects, urging officials to speed up land acquisition. Key lines include Kudachi-Bagalkot and Tumakuru-Davangere. Read for details.