13 Apr 2026

The Maharashtra government has approved the acquisition of 28.84 acres of land owned by BSNL and MTNL in Borivali, Mumbai, for developing affordable housing under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana. The land, located at Gorai and Shimpoli, will be acquired at ready reckoner rates for INR 729 crore. The project is expected to deliver over 1,000 housing units. The decision was taken at a meeting of the Maharashtra Housing Development Authority chaired by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis. The move forms part of the state's efforts to utilise public land parcels for affordable housing development in high-density urban areas.Read more

13 Apr 2026

Equinix has expanded its presence in Mumbai with the launch of its fourth data centre, investing USD 95 million to strengthen digital infrastructure capacity. The facility adds over 1,370 cabinets, supporting growing demand for cloud and data services. In a separate development, NOCIL has commissioned a new rubber chemicals plant in Dahej with an investment of INR 250 crore, aimed at boosting domestic supply and exports. Meanwhile, DBS Foundation has announced grants of up to INR 1.75 crore for three Indian enterprises working across healthcare, employment, and social impact sectors, highlighting continued institutional support for innovation.Read more

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13 Apr 2026

The Bombay High Court has directed the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) to refund INR 646 crore to Reliance Industries Limited in a major ruling linked to a long-standing dispute over a commercial development project at Bandra Kurla Complex in Mumbai. The court has set aside penalty and demand notices issued by the authority, observing that the recovery action lacked legal backing and was applied in an arbitrary manner. It further noted inconsistency in extension benefits granted to similar projects, leading to unequal treatment, and ordered the refund within a fixed timeframe with interest applicable on delay.Read more

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13 Apr 2026

The Bombay High Court has upheld the redevelopment approval for a 16-storey residential building on Altamount Road in Mumbai and dismissed a public interest litigation challenging the project. The court observed that the petition did not demonstrate genuine public interest and appeared to question permissions already granted and implemented. It accepted submissions that approvals were issued in accordance with applicable Development Control Regulations and planning norms. The court further noted that the building was already completed and found no procedural irregularity, reinforcing limited scope of judicial interference in such matters.Read more

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12 Apr 2026

A fire incident took place at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport's Terminal 1 in Mumbai during the evening of April 9 after a short circuit occurred in an electrical section of a three-storey structure near the 1-B Circle area. The fire was quickly detected and brought under control by the Mumbai Fire Brigade along with the airport's emergency response team. Authorities confirmed that the fire remained minor in nature, no casualties were reported, and flight operations were not affected. As a precaution, some electrical systems were briefly shut and safety checks were carried out.Read more

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12 Apr 2026

A large-scale redevelopment is being planned for nearly 14,000 hutments spread across over 100 acres around Gilbert Hill in Andheri West. The proposal focuses on rehabilitating residents living in informal settlements through a cluster-based approach. The plan aims to improve housing conditions, address safety concerns near the heritage structure, and provide better infrastructure. Authorities have also linked the move to earlier efforts to protect the geological site and manage encroachments. The project is expected to bring more organised development to the area while ensuring eligible residents are accommodated.Read more

12 Apr 2026

Mumbai's metro network has crossed the 100 km mark after the addition of new stretches on Lines 9 and 2B, helping the city overtake Bengaluru to become India's second-largest metro network. The expansion has improved connectivity in Thane and eastern suburbs. Bengaluru now stands third with around 96 km, with delays in key lines affecting its pace of growth. While Mumbai has seen faster execution in recent years, Bengaluru continues to work on multiple upcoming corridors, which are expected to significantly expand its network over the next two years.Read more

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11 Apr 2026

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) is preparing to introduce an artificial intelligence (AI)-driven facility aimed at improving ease of doing business in Mumbai's real estate sector. The system is designed to streamline civic approvals by integrating multiple processes into a single digital platform, reducing manual intervention and improving transparency. It will support real-time tracking, document verification, and compliance checks through AI tools. The initiative is expected to reduce approval timelines and enhance efficiency for developers, architects, and consultants, while also improving investor confidence in the city's real estate ecosystem.Read more

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10 Apr 2026

Mumbai's proposed desalination plant at Manori has received conditional Coastal Regulation Zone clearance from the state authority and is now awaiting final approval from the central environment ministry. Planned by the BMC, the project will convert seawater into drinking water with an initial capacity of 200 MLD, expandable to 400 MLD. Estimated at around INR 11,166 crore, the project includes tunnels and distribution systems. While key approvals are in place, environmental safeguards and concerns raised by local fishing communities remain important before construction begins.Read more

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10 Apr 2026

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has reduced the number of trees affected in the Malabar Hill reservoir project from 389 to 76 after revising its plan. The move follows strong opposition from residents and environmental groups over the impact on green cover near Hanging Gardens. The civic body has now adopted a phased repair approach for the ageing reservoir and proposed a 52 MLD alternative tank to maintain water supply during the work. While the revision addresses key concerns, residents continue to question the need for additional construction in the area.Read more

09 Apr 2026

Superb Realty has partnered with deep-tech firm Praan to install AI-powered air purification systems across more than 1 million sq ft of its developments in Mumbai. The deployment will begin with its commercial project Superb Altura and later extend to upcoming residential and mixed-use developments. The move reflects a growing focus on indoor environmental quality as a factor influencing asset value, occupant productivity and health outcomes. The collaboration also highlights a broader shift in the real estate sector towards integrating technology-driven and wellness-focused solutions into urban developments.Read more

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09 Apr 2026

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has decided to auction a prime Worli land parcel with a base price of INR 455 crore, while an inquiry continues into an earlier INR 600 crore redevelopment proposal for a civic testing laboratory on the same site. The earlier tender was cancelled multiple times due to alleged irregularities and cost concerns. Under the revised plan, the selected developer can build residential or commercial projects while providing a new laboratory facility to the BMC. The move has raised concerns over eligibility criteria and timing of approvals.Read more

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09 Apr 2026

The Bombay High Court has upheld an order directing the Maharashtra Housing and Area Development Authority to pay INR 1 lakh compensation to a Jogeshwari resident whose structure was demolished without prior notice. The ruling affirms a decision by the Maharashtra State Human Rights Commission, which found that the demolition violated procedural safeguards despite the structure being unauthorised. The court reiterated that the right to shelter forms part of Article 21 of the Constitution and cannot be taken away without due process. The case pertains to a tenement in Oshiwara, Mumbai, removed during a redevelopment-linked clearance exercise. The judgment reinforces the requirement for civic authorities and housing agencies to follow statutory notice procedures before undertaking demolition actions.Read more

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09 Apr 2026

Mumbai's real estate developers contributed INR 11,626 crore to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation in FY26, surpassing property tax collections and becoming the civic body's largest revenue source. The growth was supported by strong redevelopment activity, higher premium payments, and increased use of floor space index across key micro-markets. Areas such as Bandra Jogeshwari and South Mumbai led collections. The trend reflects steady housing demand, rising project approvals, and the growing role of development-linked revenues in supporting municipal finances.Read more

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09 Apr 2026

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation has introduced an amnesty scheme to help buildings without occupation certificates obtain approvals. The scheme applies to structures occupied before November 2016 and offers relief through reduced premiums and penalty waivers. Societies applying within an initial six-month window will get maximum benefits. The move is expected to cover over 20,000 buildings and benefit more than 10 lakh residents facing issues in utilities, loans and resale. Completely unauthorised constructions are excluded, ensuring only eligible deviations are regularised.Read more

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09 Apr 2026

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has begun testing low-cost air quality sensors under the MANAS project in collaboration with IIT Kanpur to improve pollution monitoring across Mumbai. Around 75 sensors will be installed before the monsoon, offering hyperlocal data on pollutants like PM2.5 and PM10. The system will divide the city into smaller grids and use real-time dashboards for better decision-making. The initiative builds on existing monitoring at construction sites and aims to strengthen targeted action to manage rising air pollution levels in the city.Read more