Uttar Pradesh cabinet extends concessional stamp duty of Rs 5,000 on gift deeds for commercial & industrial properties among family members. Move aims to make transfers affordable & transparent.
Nagpur bench of Bombay High Court dismisses a 2021 FIR over a land dispute from the 1990s, calling it an abuse of legal process. The court sets aside the chargesheet and all proceedings. Read the full details.
Bombay High Court dismissed a 40-year-old inheritance dispute, urging families to seek mediation over litigation. Read about the court's strong observations on family harmony.
The Bombay High Court closes online applications today, Jan 5, 2026, for 2,381 vacancies. Eligible Maharashtra domicile candidates must apply on bombayhighcourt.nic.in before 5 PM. Apply now!
A Mumbai civil court has ordered a gardener's family to vacate servant quarters in Madh Island, dismissing their adverse possession claim. The legal battle spanned over 15 years. Read the full details.
Two property dealers murdered in separate incidents in Delhi's Narela. One accused surrenders with weapon. Police probe land deal commission as motive. Read the full report.
Bombay civil court invalidates a 1978 slum notification on Godrej & Boyce's Vikhroli land, shielding it from state acquisition. Read the full legal victory details.
A Mumbai civil court ruled a caretaker acquires no property rights, ordering a gardener's family evicted from a Madh Island bungalow's servant quarters after a 15-year legal battle. Read the full judgment details.
IIT Delhi and IIT Bombay have commenced applications for their MBA programmes for the 2026-2028 batch. CAT 2025 qualifiers can apply. Check deadlines, fees, and eligibility details here.
Justice Mahesh Sharadchandra Sonak, a Bombay High Court judge, has been appointed as the new Chief Justice of the Jharkhand High Court. He will assume charge on January 8, 2024, following the retirement of Justice Tarlok Singh Chauhan.
Karnataka High Court imposes a Rs 1 lakh fine for a forged property claim, calling it a waste of court time. The 20-year battle over 3 acres in Bengaluru involved fake documents.
Mohali Municipal Corporation launches a strict drive against property tax defaulters. Major commercial & industrial units face sealing & auction if dues not cleared in 3-day grace period. Pay now to avoid action.
Tambaram Corporation introduces a flat ₹500 fee for property tax name changes, down from thousands. This new uniform rate, effective January, brings major relief to residents and aligns with Greater Chennai Corporation's model.
A Mumbai civil court orders Goregaon sellers to vacate a flat sold 13 years ago after they demanded double the price. The buyer finally gets justice and ownership rights. Read the full verdict details.
Bombay High Court advises warring siblings to resolve disputes amicably, highlighting the erosion of the sacred brother-sister bond due to greed and ego. Read the court's poignant observations.
MCG Gurgaon sealed seven properties for non-payment of Rs 1.8 crore in property tax. The drive, led by Zonal Taxation Officer Pankaj Kumar, resulted in a single-day collection of Rs 7 crore. Read more about the crackdown and the use of AI to boost revenue
A Mumbai civil court directs Siddhivinayak Builders to return possession of a flat to NRI Suresh Basantani, ruling a 2005 sale as illegal. Read the full verdict details.
Bombay City Civil Court orders eviction of illegal occupants from NRI businessman's Dahisar apartment, ending a 15-year property dispute. Judge upholds sanctity of registered sale deeds.
A 62-year-old retired IAF engineer was allegedly murdered by his daughter-in-law in Dwarka's Bindapur. Police cite a long-running family property dispute as the motive. Full details inside.
Chandigarh's UT estate office has launched complete digital processing for property applications, from transfers to OC, cutting paperwork and visits. Discover the new reforms.
A Rs 12 crore fraud involving a non-existent flat in Gurgaon's Camellias exposes critical gaps in property verification and broker-led resale deals. Read how the scam unfolded.
A retired Air Force engineer was murdered in Delhi's Bindapur over a property dispute. His daughter-in-law has been arrested. Read the full details of this tragic family crime.
The Supreme Court has approved the Bombay High Court's notification to establish Kolhapur as an additional bench. This move aims to enhance judicial access for Maharashtra's western region. Read more about this landmark decision.
A parking argument in Gumgaon village near Nagpur escalated into a violent clash, leading to gunfire and five serious injuries. Police have registered cross-cases of attempt to murder. Read the full details.
A family property dispute in Lucknow's Gomti Nagar turned fatal as a man was allegedly beaten to death by his younger brother and sister-in-law. Police are searching for the accused couple.
Journalist Puja Changoiwala files legal action against Dharma Productions and Netflix, alleging her novel 'Homebound' was plagiarised in the film. She seeks injunction and damages.
Struggling with property tax payments? Learn how to verify dues, download receipts, and pay online via official municipal portals. Save time and avoid penalties with our simple guide.
GHMC introduces a GIS-driven digital platform and QR-enabled app for real-time property monitoring, transparent tax administration, and citizen self-service in Hyderabad.
Bombay High Court advises a brother and sister from Ghatkopar to resolve their property dispute out of court, emphasizing the sacred sibling bond. Justice Jain references Raksha Bandhan while allowing the sister's appeal.
A family dispute in Surat turned destructive as a 32-year-old man allegedly set fire to his father's rented property, causing an estimated loss of Rs 18 lakh. Read the full details of the shocking incident.