Pune court rejects bail in Rs 21 crore stamp duty fraud case
Paud court rejects bail for suspended sub-registrar Ravindra Taru in alleged Rs 21 crore stamp duty waiver scam involving Mundhwa govt land. Details inside.
Paud court rejects bail for suspended sub-registrar Ravindra Taru in alleged Rs 21 crore stamp duty waiver scam involving Mundhwa govt land. Details inside.
Mumbai's housing market recorded its strongest performance in 14 years in 2025, with over 1.5 lakh property registrations generating Rs 13,487 crore in stamp duty. Driven by end-user demand and improved affordability.
Maharashtra's cooperation department launches an online system for housing society registration, slashing mandatory documents from 29 to 19. The move aims to speed up approvals, reduce office visits, and curb middlemen. Learn how this reform benefits resi
Despite govt measures, Hyderabad's real estate sector struggles. Property registrations fall sharply by 50,000 docs in FY 2025-26, putting Rs 19,100 crore revenue target in jeopardy. Read the full analysis.
Punjab Assembly passes three crucial Bills to simplify land ownership, digitize records, and rationalize stamp duty. The move aims to reduce public hardship and expedite legal processes.
The Election Commission has revised the timeline for draft electoral rolls in Uttar Pradesh. The draft will now be published on Jan 6, allowing citizens time to file claims and objections. Read to know key dates.
Punjab Assembly passes three crucial bills to expedite revenue litigation, strengthen property rights under 'Mera Ghar Mere Naam', and rationalise stamp duty to improve ease of doing business. Details inside.
The Punjab Legislative Assembly has passed three significant revenue amendment bills aimed at enhancing tax collection and plugging leakages. The move is expected to strengthen the state's fiscal health. Read more for details.
A technical glitch at the state DIT has disrupted Aadhaar-based online property registration across Maharashtra, forcing citizens to visit offices in person. Officials promise a quick fix.
Haryana Labour Minister Anil Vij flags a massive Rs 1,500 crore scam involving fake construction worker registrations. A probe ordered after 5.46 lakh fake work slips found. Details inside.
Jaipur's health department mandates Aadhaar or Jan Aadhaar for patient registration at government hospitals. The move aims to streamline records but raises access concerns. Learn the details and implications.
Sheetal Tejwani, PoA holder in Mundhwa land case, remanded to 14-day judicial custody. Case involves alleged Rs 300-crore deal & illegal govt land transfer. Read the full details.
An Ahmedabad court dismissed a Muslim couple's adoption request, citing incompatibility with personal law. The ruling highlights adoption procedures under the Juvenile Justice Act for Muslims.
Property registrations in Haveri district have crashed from 2,000 to 469 per month. Soaring land prices and lack of infrastructure stall market. Read the full analysis.
Tamil Nadu govt allows set-off of stamp duty & registration fees for first-sale apartments. Relief applies to agreements before Dec 1, 2023. Read details.
State prosecution reveals Sheetal Tejwani's office boy signed key documents in Mundhwa land case, causing alleged Rs 21 crore loss. Court extends custody for deeper probe.
A Pune court extended Sheetal Tejwani's police custody by four days in the Mundhwa land deal case involving alleged stamp duty waiver irregularities. Get the latest details on the multi-crore scam.
Sharjah Police introduces a new category of licence plates for classic vehicles & motorcycles. These heritage-inspired plates will be sold via auction. Read more.
Gurgaon's land registration process is back online. Buyers can now apply from home via a new system aimed at curbing corruption and enhancing transparency. Read details.
Punjab & Haryana High Court issues contempt notice over states' failure to build old age homes in every district as per 2007 law. Next hearing on Feb 10, 2026.
Saudi Arabia introduces a unique commemorative stamp for World Arabic Language Day, available at major travel hubs. Discover this cultural initiative celebrating Arabic heritage.
Bihar's Transport Minister Sharwan Kumar issues stern warning to officials over revenue collection shortfall and huge pendency in vehicle registrations. Urgent review meeting held in Patna.
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Pope Francis delivers a powerful message on World Day of Migrants and Refugees, calling for an end to xenophobia and for nations to see displaced people as brothers and sisters, not threats.
Odisha govt amends Registration Act, sets Rs 20,000 fee for common area transfer to apartment owners' association. Move aims to break property registration deadlock since 2022. Read details.
Federal prosecutors in Massachusetts charge two Haitian immigrants in a large-scale SNAP benefits trafficking scheme involving nearly $7 million. Read the full details of the indictment.
Nagpur bench of Bombay High Court directs Maharashtra govt to explain GRs cancelling birth certificates. No coercive action till detailed affidavit is filed. Key hearing set for Jan 2026.
Haryana's digital leap: Over 50,000 property registrations done paperlessly. New security paper & auto-mutation to boost transparency. Read how this reforms 60-year-old systems.
A postage stamp for 8th-century ruler Perumbidigu Mutharaiyar has ignited a political tussle in Tamil Nadu. BJP and DMK vie for credit as they woo the influential Mutharaiyar community ahead of elections. Read more.
Delhi government proposes a massive 10x increase in circle rates for agricultural land to match market prices, boosting revenue and farmer compensation. Read the full details.