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.
Former Power Secretary E A S Sarma demands Punjab govt revoke 'illegal' PSPCL land sale, citing breach of public trust. Read the full story.
Himachal Pradesh plans to sell its free hydropower quota to commercial entities, targeting Rs 500 crore annually. This strategic shift aims to boost state finances and fund development projects.
Former Punjab power secretary EAS Sarma opposes PSPCL land sale to private players, calling it a breach of public trust. The move is already challenged in the Punjab and Haryana High Court.
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.
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.
A Joint Action Committee protests Punjab govt's asset monetisation plan for Powercom land. They demand halting sales, using land for substations, and setting up new Ropar thermal units. Read more.
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.
Western Railway achieved 100% electrification, 97% punctuality, and digital transformation in 2025. Explore its safety, heritage, and infrastructure milestones. Read the full report.
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.
The PMO has instructed the Coal Ministry to list all Coal India Ltd subsidiaries by 2030 to boost governance, transparency, and asset monetisation. Key subsidiaries are already on track.
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.
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.
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.
Sebi approves NHAI's Raajmarg Infra InvIT, enabling retail investors to fund national highways. This move aims to recycle capital for future road projects. Read more.
Bengaluru's Yelahanka to get India's first fully elevated railway terminal at a cost of Rs 6,000 crore. The project aims to decongest the city and boost connectivity. Read for details.
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.
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.
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.
Bengaluru's waste management agency is now financially self-sustaining by monetising low-value plastic under EPR. It earns a net Rs 1000 per tonne, diverting hundreds of tonnes from landfills daily. Read how the city is winning.
CAG report reveals Indian Railways failed to monetise vast vacant land, with only 1.6% developed. Over Rs 4,087 crore dues from private sidings remain unrecovered. Read the full audit findings.
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.
A CAG report reveals the Rail Land Development Authority failed to monetise surplus railway land effectively since 2006. Discover the audit findings and implications.