Kerala's New SOP May Legalise Years of Land-Use Violations
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.
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India's Land Act: Outdated Framework Fails Modern Challenges
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.
11 Arrested in Patna for Land Grabbing, Illegal Arms Seized
Patna police arrested 11 gang members for illegal land possession and seized weapons & liquor. SP details the operation in Gaurichak. Read the full story.
10 Booked for Assaulting Sisters in Pilibhit Land Row
A land dispute in Pilibhit's Bailha village escalates as 10 individuals allegedly assault two sisters. The attack followed their father's help in reclaiming 3.5 acres of government land. Read the full details.
CBI Court to Start Trial in Haryana's Manesar Land Scam Case
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.
UP to Use GPS Rovers for Land Measurement
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 Launches Digital Land Survey for Urban Property Cards
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.
Karnataka Govt in Fix Over 'Illegal' Land Lease Order
The Siddaramaiah-led Karnataka government is embroiled in controversy over an alleged illegal land lease order for a vital green space in Bengaluru, pitting development against environmental concerns. Read more about the unfolding political and legal batt
EOW Case: Land of Dead Farmer Illegally Sold in Bhopal
Bhopal's EOW uncovers a land fraud where a farmer's death was concealed to illegally sell his agricultural land using an expired power of attorney. Read the full investigation details.
EOW case: Dead farmer's land sold using expired POA
Bhopal EOW registers cheating case after probe finds agricultural land of deceased farmer illegally sold using an expired power of attorney. Nine sale deeds executed after his death.
Infosys Bengaluru Land Deal: Govt Says Plot Was Private
Karnataka Industries Department clarifies the 53.56-acre land sold by Infosys to Puravankara was private, not government-allotted. Details on the Rs 250-crore deal and the ensuing social media debate.
Kerala Land Act Amendment: Who Really Benefits?
Kerala's 2025 land regularisation SOP, stemming from a 2023 Act amendment, promises relief for small holders but appears to shield major political and commercial violators in Idukki and beyond. Read the full analysis.
Illegal property razed in Delhi's Amar Colony, 5 booked
South Delhi Municipal Corporation demolishes an illegally constructed property in Amar Colony. Five individuals, including the property owner, have been booked for obstruction. Read the full report.
Jharkhand govt transfers 831 acres tribal land to Hindalco
Former CM Champai Soren accuses Jharkhand govt of forcibly acquiring 830.92 acres of tribal land in Kolhan to compensate for Palamu mining. He alleges bypass of tribal governance and threat to livelihoods.
Encroachment on Waqf, Temple Land Flagged in Himachal
Congress leader Harish Janartha raises alarm over illegal encroachment on properties belonging to the Waqf Board and a temple in Shimla. Calls for immediate government action to reclaim the land.
Illegal Gurgaon restaurant on govt land razed, owner a habitual criminal
Gurgaon police demolished an illegal restaurant built on PWD land by a habitual offender. The accused, Rajat alias Rikki, has over 10 criminal cases. Read about the crackdown on crime-linked properties.
King Charles, Catholic Church Own 16% of Earth's Land
A staggering 16% of Earth's land is controlled by a few entities, including the British Royal Family and the Catholic Church. Discover the world's top landowners and their vast holdings.
Nvidia's $20B all-cash deal for Groq assets
Nvidia seals its largest-ever $20 billion all-cash acquisition, buying AI chip startup Groq's assets. Deal excludes Groq Cloud. Get the full story here.
Cheating Case Filed in Jalandhar Land Deal Fraud
Jalandhar police register a cheating case over a Rs 1.5 crore land deal fraud. Four accused booked for forgery and criminal conspiracy. Details of the scam revealed.
Karnataka's Land Reform: Faster Approvals, Digital Process
Karnataka govt introduces major land conversion reforms with time-bound approvals, automatic clearances for industries & green energy. Read how this cuts red tape for investors.
MCD to Remove Illegal Structures at Delhi's Ramleela Ground
Delhi's MCD has ordered the removal of an unauthorized mosque-like structure and banquet hall at Ramleela Ground following a High Court directive. Read the full report on the investigation.
Infosys sells Bengaluru land to Puravankara for Rs 250 crore
Infosys sells a major land parcel in Anekal Taluk to Puravankara for Rs 250 crore, boosting the developer's Bengaluru pipeline to a potential GDV of Rs 13,900 crore. Read the full details.
Gurgaon demolishes illegal market run by criminal
Gurgaon police demolished an illegal market built by a habitual offender on HSIIDC land, seizing assets worth lakhs. This marks the third anti-encroachment drive in the city within a week. Read more.
Rajasthan farmers await decision on 8,000 acres of oran land
Months after a mass protest, communities in Western Rajasthan still await government action to protect vital pasture and sacred oran land from commercial allocation, highlighting concerns over land policy and solar sector development.
HC Orders FIRs, Compensation in RIMS Land Scam
Jharkhand High Court mandates action against officials & builders for illegal land registry at Rajendra Institute of Medical Sciences. Residents to be compensated. Next hearing on Jan 6, 2026.
HC Slams Tamil Nadu Over Poor Illegal Mining Prosecution
Madras High Court directs Tamil Nadu Chief Secretary to act as only 135 criminal cases were filed for 1,439 illegal mining incidents detected since 2020. Read the shocking details.
SC Slams Uttarakhand Govt Over Forest Land Grab
Supreme Court criticizes Uttarakhand government for inaction on illegal forest land occupation. Hearing a plea by Anita Kandwal, the court demands urgent action. Read the full story.
Bijnor DM's Home Attached Over Unpaid Land Compensation
A Moradabad land acquisition court has ordered the attachment of the Bijnor DM's official residence for failing to pay Rs 25.2 lakh compensation to a landowner since 2020. Read the full story.
GIS Maps to Replace Old Land Description System in India
India is set to overhaul its property registration by linking every transaction to precise GIS maps, phasing out vague boundary descriptions. This nationwide digital shift aims to bring clarity and reduce disputes.
HC's 1-month ultimatum on Nanded Gurdwara land encroachment
Bombay High Court orders Nanded collector to act within a month on alleged encroachment of 23-acre govt land attached to Sikh Gurdwara. Failure will require personal court appearance. Details inside.
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