Articles by Ateeq Shaikh
8 lakh affordable homes in 5 years: DyCM Shinde
Maharashtra plans to build 8 lakh affordable homes in five years, announced Deputy CM Eknath Shinde during a lottery draw in Thane.
Published on Feb 06, 2025 06:28 AM IST
State proposes to increase tower height limit from 120m to 180m
The Maharashtra government has proposed to increase the height limit of high-rise buildings from 120 to 180 metres, a proposal that will require the consent of the BMC’s Technical Committee.
Published on Feb 05, 2025 08:24 AM IST
Survey-cum-master plan bid for KSC Town scrapped
Maharashtra's MMRDA cancels Third Mumbai survey bid, citing flaws; aims to re-float after policy integration, amid $40 billion investment MoUs signed in Davos.
Published on Feb 05, 2025 08:16 AM IST
RBI offers ₹2,650 cr for new office plot at Nariman Point
The plot has a development potential of 1.6 mn sq ft, of which 113,500 sq ft will have to be handed over to the state to rehabilitate existing properties
Published on Feb 05, 2025 08:10 AM IST
3 Lokhandwala Complex societies to go in for cluster redevelopment
Mahindra Lifespace Developers has secured a ₹950 crore redevelopment project in Mumbai's Lokhandwala Complex, enhancing its presence in the area.
Published on Feb 04, 2025 08:26 AM IST
Govt contractors threaten to stop work over ₹1 lakh cr dues
Government departments started defaulting on payments after the launch of the Ladki Bahin scheme in July 2024, said Maharashtra State Contractors Association
Published on Feb 03, 2025 06:58 AM IST
Building permissions for MMRDA areas to go online from Feb 1
Starting February 1, permissions for building and construction in the areas under the jurisdiction of the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) will go online. It will also include slum rehabilitation ones meant for the Project Affected Persons (PAPs).
Published on Feb 01, 2025 05:34 AM IST
125-year-old Elphinstone bridge to be demolished in last week of February
The demolition of the British-era bridge, a crucial east-west connector that passes over railway tracks near the Prabhadevi and Parel stations, is necessary for two purposes: to raise its height and width and to construct the Sewri-Worli connector, which will pass over it
Published on Jan 31, 2025 06:44 AM IST
Two city plots sold for ₹211 crore
Panasonic Life Solutions India Private Limited has purchased a prime land parcel in Mumbai’s Andheri East area for ₹160 crore whereas K J Somaiya Trust has sold one of its plots in eastern suburbs for ₹51 crore.
Published on Jan 31, 2025 06:38 AM IST
State moots new highway connecting Mumbai, Navi Mumbai with Badlapur
Maharashtra plans a new 20-km access-controlled highway to link Mumbai, Navi Mumbai, and Badlapur, aiming to reduce congestion and travel time.
Updated on Jan 30, 2025 09:03 AM IST
MMRDA to rope in Delhi Metro Rail Corp to pace up Mumbai Metros
Following CM Devendra Fadnavis’ call to complete at least 50 km of metro rail annually in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR), the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) is in the process of terminating of consultants associated with at least four under-construction metro lines
Published on Jan 30, 2025 06:50 AM IST
Lodha vs Lodha: What is at stake?
Mumbai's Lodha family feud escalates to court, with Abhishek Lodha seeking ₹5,000 crore damages from brother Abhinandan over brand disputes.
Updated on Jan 28, 2025 09:53 AM IST
Commuters face delays amid Western Railway mega block
Mumbai's Western Railway faced major disruptions as a three-day mega block for bridge repairs led to train delays and cancellations from January 24-26.
Updated on Jan 26, 2025 06:44 AM IST
FIR against 2 real estate cos for destroying mangroves in Bhayandar
The Bhayandar police have registered an offence against two real estate companies for destroying mangroves spread over an area of 100 sq-mt in Bhayandar West. The police registered the case on January 18 under Section 15 and 19 of the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986.
Updated on Jan 25, 2025 09:08 AM IST
57 housing projects up for deregistration, 25 from MMR
Maharashtra's MahaRERA is set to deregister 57 housing projects, including nine from Lodha Group and four from K Raheja Corp, citing unviability.
Updated on Jan 24, 2025 09:16 AM IST
Tata Investment buys office space at Wadala for ₹148 crore
Tata Investment Corp buys two floors at Lodha Excelus in Wadala for ₹148 crore, expanding its office space in the 28-floor commercial building.
Updated on Jan 24, 2025 08:12 AM IST
MMRDA to set up food plaza and fuel station at one end of Atal Setu soon
MMRDA plans to build a fuel station and food plaza at Jasai end of Atal Setu, enhancing amenities for motorists on India's longest sea link.
Updated on Jan 22, 2025 09:26 AM IST
Mulund cooperative society committee members barred for denial of documents
Mumbai: A ruling has dismissed Sachin Cooperative Housing Society's chairman, secretary, and treasurer for denying document requests, barring them from elections for five years.
Updated on Jan 21, 2025 07:22 AM IST
RBI set to lease Nariman Point plot from MMRCL for over ₹5,173 crore
MMRCL had put the plot on the block in October last year, with the proceeds to be utilised to initiate the repayment of debt raised from the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) for the construction of the Metro 3 (Aarey-BKC-Cuffe Parade) line
Updated on Jan 21, 2025 07:10 AM IST
With housing sales slowing down, offers are back in the realty market
Mumbai's real estate is offering discounts and incentives to attract buyers, with a weekend exhibition showcasing 100 developers amid slowing sales.
Updated on Jan 16, 2025 09:00 AM IST
K Raheja Corp bought Kandivali East’s plot for ₹466 crore
Mumbai's K Raheja Corp buys 5.75 acres in Kandivali East for ₹466 crore, continuing its expansion in the local real estate market.
Updated on Jan 15, 2025 09:35 AM IST
Atal Setu completes its maiden year
India’s longest sea bridge, Atal Setu, completes a year on Tuesday. On an average, 22,689 vehicles have used the 21.8 km-long bridge daily.
Updated on Jan 14, 2025 09:16 AM IST
Parel’s JBCN International School functioning without full OC
JBCN International School in Parel operates without a full occupation certificate, facing FSI violations, despite claims of compliance from the management.
Updated on Jan 12, 2025 06:52 AM IST
Stationary BEST bus moves, injures one
Mumbai: A stationary BEST bus at Kannamwar Nagar Depot rolled and hit a tea stall, injuring a customer. The driver was released after no complaint was filed.
Updated on Jan 12, 2025 06:38 AM IST
Conditional flat possession for heirs of cessed buildings tenants
MHADA grants conditional possession of flats to heirs of deceased tenants from cessed buildings, aiming to streamline housing distribution in Mumbai.
Updated on Jan 11, 2025 08:22 AM IST
Bharat Nagar residents stave off demolition for redevelopment with SC order
Bharat Nagar residents protested against slum demolitions, halted by the Supreme Court. Concerns over redevelopment plans and resident rights persist.
Updated on Jan 10, 2025 09:27 AM IST
MahaRERA suspends registration of 1,950 housing projects over non-compliance
MahaRERA suspends 1,950 housing projects in Maharashtra for missed deadlines, freezing bank accounts and halting sales until compliance is met.
Updated on Jan 10, 2025 07:14 AM IST
Residents protest as authorities move to demolish Bharat Nagar shanties
Notices had been served by the Slum Rehabilitation Authority to 188–190 structures in one section of Bharat Nagar, informing them of the impending demolition
Updated on Jan 10, 2025 12:23 PM IST
Lottery in Feb to allot flats, shops to Metro 3 project affected
On Tuesday, a team of MMRC officials visited Kalbadevi and Girgaon to review ongoing construction work for the metro corridor as well as the three buildings meant for rehabilitation
Updated on Jan 08, 2025 08:28 AM IST
Decks cleared for start of work on Borivali-Thane twin tunnel project
The Slum Rehabilitation Authority (SRA) has allotted 343 tenements to the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) to resettle project-affected families
Updated on Jan 07, 2025 08:16 AM IST