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Bombay High Court Issues Warning on Misuse of Public Land in 33-Acre SRA Redevelopment
The Bombay High Court has raised concerns over the potential misuse of public land in a 33-acre SRA redevelopment project in Cuffe Parade, Mumbai, emphasizing the need for transparency and constitutional compliance.
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Court Clamps Down on Frivolous Litigation: Justice Khata Imposes Costs for Estate Misuse
The Bombay High Court, in a significant ruling, dismissed a Chamber Summons filed by applicants seeking intervention in a testamentary dispute. The court imposed a hefty cost of ₹25,00,000 for misusing judicial proceedings and tampering with sealed premises.
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Bombay High Court Scrutinizes Misuse of Public Land in 33-Acre SRA Case
The Bombay High Court has raised concerns over the misuse of public land in a 33-acre SRA (Slum Rehabilitation Authority) project, emphasizing the need for transparency and constitutional compliance.
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Bombay High Court Scrutinizes Misuse of Public Land in 33-Acre SRA Project
The Bombay High Court has raised concerns over the proposed redevelopment of a 33-acre government-owned parcel in Cuffe Parade, Mumbai, highlighting issues of misuse and opaque approvals.
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Bombay High Court Questions Legality of Redeveloping 33 Acres of Prime South Mumbai Land
The Bombay High Court has raised serious concerns over the proposed redevelopment of 33 acres of prime state-owned land at Cuffe Parade in South Mumbai under the Slum Rehabilitation Authority (SRA) scheme, citing public interest and long-term needs.
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High Court Upholds Senior Citizen's Rights in Property Gift Dispute
The Bombay High Court ruled that a senior citizen's gift deed does not need to explicitly state that the transferee will provide for the senior's needs and amenities, as this support is inherently expected.
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Balancing Developer Rights and Resident Needs: Bombay High Court's Ruling
The Bombay High Court's recent ruling in the case of Huges Real Estate Developers LLP vs. Khernagar Adarsh Co-operative Housing Society Limited highlights the delicate balance between the rights of developers and the fundamental needs of residents. The court prioritized the residents' right to safe housing over the developers' profit motives, setting a significant precedent in real estate redevelopment.
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Bombay High Court Bars Large Public Land Transfer Under Slum Scheme Guise
The Bombay High Court has ruled that large public lands in Mumbai cannot be transferred to private developers under the guise of a slum rehabilitation scheme, emphasizing the need to prioritize public interest and open spaces.
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Telangana HC Rules Mutts Cannot Engage in Real Estate, Must Focus on Religious Activities
The Telangana High Court has ruled that religious mutts, including the Nizam-era Shri Udasin Mutt, cannot engage in real estate business or alienate their properties. The mutt, which owned about 540 acres of land in Kukatpally, had entered into lease transactions for the lands. The court upheld the endowments department’s decision to appoint an executive officer to manage the mutt due to mismanagement.
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Bombay High Court Denies Anand Teltumbde Permission to Travel Abroad
The Bombay High Court has denied permission to Dalit rights activist Dr. Anand Teltumbde to travel to the UK and Amsterdam for academic engagements, citing the risk of absconding.
Real Estate
Madras High Court Rules: RERA Act Does Not Empower Granting of Permanent Injunction
The Madras High Court has ruled that a suit for common law remedy, such as a permanent injunction, cannot be sought before the Real Estate Regulatory Authority (RERA). The decision clarifies the jurisdictional boundaries and the scope of the RERA Act.
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Delhi High Court Rules: EDC Payments to Haryana Development Authority Not Subject to TDS
The Delhi High Court recently dismissed an appeal by the Revenue, clarifying that External Development Charges (EDC) paid to the Haryana Urban Development Authority (HUDA) by real estate developers are not considered rent and do not require Tax Deducted at Source (TDS).
Real Estate
Delhi HC Rules EDC Payments to Haryana Development Board Not Rent
The Delhi High Court has ruled that External Development Charges (EDC) paid to the Haryana Urban Development Authority (HUDA) by real estate developers are not considered rent, and therefore, do not require Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) deduction.
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Karnataka High Court Quashes RERA's Retroactive Delay Fee Circular
The Karnataka High Court has struck down a circular issued by the Real Estate Regulatory Authority (RERA) that sought to impose a retroactive delay fee for late submission of quarterly updates and annual audit statements.
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Karnataka High Court Strikes Down RERA’s Retroactive Delay Fee
The Karnataka High Court has quashed a circular issued by the Real Estate Regulatory Authority (RERA) that sought to impose a retroactive delay fee for late submission of quarterly updates and annual audit statements. The court ruled that the authority lacked the legislative sanction to levy such fees.
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High Court Investigates Man Claiming to Be 'Like a Son' to Deceased Parsi Heiress
In a recent case before the Bombay High Court, a middle-aged Parsi man has claimed to be 'like a son' to the deceased Hilla Dadysett, a prominent Parsi heiress, and is seeking a share in her valuable property at Kemp’s Corner. The court, however, is skeptical of his claims.
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Special Court Restores Benami Property Case Against NCP Minister Bhujbal
A special court in Mumbai has ordered the restoration of a 2021 benami property case against NCP minister Chhagan Bhujbal, his family members, and their firms. The case was initially quashed by the Bombay High Court on technical grounds but will now be heard on October 6.
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Bombay HC Dismisses Maharashtra's Claim to Recover ₹374 Crore from Bajaj Allianz
The Bombay High Court has ruled in favor of Bajaj Allianz General Insurance, dismissing Maharashtra's attempt to recover ₹374 crore under the Maharashtra Land Revenue Code. The court clarified that insurance payouts under the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) cannot be treated as land revenue.
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Bombay HC Removes Consent Hurdle, Streamlining Redevelopment Projects in Mumbai
The Bombay High Court has ruled that a new developer taking over a redevelopment project does not need the consent of two-thirds of the allottees from the previous developer, paving the way for smoother and faster project registrations with MahaRERA.
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Mumbai Police Registers FIR Against Unidentified Person for Hoax Bomb Threat at Bombay High Court
Mumbai Police have registered a First Information Report (FIR) against an unidentified individual over a fake bomb threat received by the Bombay High Court. The threat caused significant disruption, leading to the evacuation of the premises.