26 Mar 2026

Andhra Pradesh has taken a major step toward industrial growth with the foundation of a INR 1.36 lakh crore steel plant by ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India in Anakapalli district. Planned in two phases with a total capacity of 17.8 million tonnes per annum, the project is expected to generate around one lakh jobs. A captive port and supporting infrastructure are also part of the plan. The state government sees this as a key move to strengthen its manufacturing base, improve logistics, and position Andhra Pradesh as a leading steel and industrial hub in India.Read more

26 Mar 2026

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has relaxed reporting requirements for stock brokers by removing the need to report demat accounts and easing bank account disclosure norms. The move is aimed at improving efficiency and reducing compliance burden. Brokers that are also banks or primary dealers will now report only relevant accounts linked to broking activities. Depositories will share demat account data with exchanges instead. While timelines and penalties remain, the revised framework is expected to streamline operations and support ease of doing business.Read more

26 Mar 2026

The Supreme Court has criticised the West Bengal government for delaying work on the Kolkata Metro's Orange Line, particularly at the Chingrighata crossing. The court refused to accept the state's request to defer construction, stating that infrastructure projects cannot be stalled due to administrative or political reasons. It directed continued monitoring by the Calcutta High Court to ensure progress. The delay has been linked to traffic management concerns and lack of coordination. The corridor is important for connecting south Kolkata with Salt Lake Sector V, a key commercial and IT hub.Read more

26 Mar 2026

The Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authority (APCRDA) has been recognised with the ET GovTech Award 2026 (Gold) in New Delhi for its Integrated Digital Urban Planning & Governance Platform. The recognition highlights the authority's efforts in adopting advanced technologies such as digital twin systems and ICT tools to support efficient and transparent urban development in Amaravati. The acknowledgment was received during a recent award event and was also noted as a significant moment coinciding with Ugadi, reinforcing the broader vision of developing Amaravati as a technology-driven and well-planned capital region.Read more

Delhi News Desk

26 Mar 2026

The Delhi government has approved the release of INR 3,700 crore towards its pending share of land acquisition costs for the Eastern and Western Peripheral Expressways, resolving a long-standing financial obligation linked to the projects. The cabinet-cleared proposal provides for phased payments, including an initial INR 500 crore in the current financial cycle, with the balance to be disbursed over subsequent years. The expressways, operational since 2018, form a 270-km ring corridor around the capital and are designed to divert non-destined heavy traffic away from Delhi. The decision is expected to improve coordination with central agencies, support infrastructure funding, and reinforce the role of these corridors in easing congestion and reducing vehicular pollution.Read more

Delhi News Desk

26 Mar 2026

The Delhi Public Works Department (PWD) has introduced a QR code-based system to enable citizens to access project details and provide feedback on road construction and maintenance works across the city. Display boards with QR and bar codes are being installed on roads undergoing strengthening and recarpeting, offering information such as project cost, contractor details, road length and defect liability period. The initiative mandates installation of boards within seven days of project completion at prominent locations. Citizens can also submit complaints and suggestions directly through the system. The move is aimed at improving transparency, accountability and public participation in infrastructure delivery, supported by a compliance framework requiring regular updates and monitoring.Read more

26 Mar 2026

The Kerala State Housing Board (KSHB) has approved the reconstruction of a structurally unsafe residential building in Chottanikkara, near Kochi, with an estimated cost of INR 2.27 crore. The three-storeyed block, built under the Saphalyam housing scheme to accommodate 24 families, became uninhabitable within a few years due to serious construction defects. The decision follows intervention by the High Court after residents were relocated to rented accommodation funded by the local body. Authorities found lapses in construction quality and supervision, including improper use of materials. The existing structure will be demolished and replaced with a concrete building, with planning already underway in coordination with local panchayat officials.Read more

26 Mar 2026

The Goa State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission has directed Dimension Builders to take steps toward forming a flat owners society for a residential project where residents raised complaints regarding construction defects and unresolved maintenance issues. The directive follows grievances filed by occupants highlighting deficiencies in the building and delays in proper handover. The commission observed that establishing a society is essential for structured management of the property, ensuring collective decision-making and better handling of common services. The order reinforces the responsibility of developers in transitioning control to homeowners after possession.Read more

26 Mar 2026

Revenue authorities in Nashik have issued revision notices to 439 individuals linked to 49 land transactions, invoking Section 257 of the Maharashtra Land Revenue Code, 1966, over alleged manipulation of land records. The action relates to claims that developers used fabricated subdivision maps to fragment land parcels below 4,000 sqm, thereby avoiding the mandatory 20 per cent reservation for economically weaker section (EWS) and low-income group (LIG) housing. The transactions span multiple localities including Adgaon, Deolali and Mhasrul. Authorities estimate that such practices may have resulted in the loss of nearly 6,500 affordable housing units. Hearings have been scheduled, with officials warning of further action, including removal of names from land records, in cases of non-compliance.Read more

26 Mar 2026

The Telangana High Court has stayed the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation's attempt to acquire multiple private properties in the Jubilee Hills area for a road development project. The proposed acquisition was linked to improving connectivity between Road No. 45 T-Junction and Durgam Cheruvu. Property owners challenged the process, stating that their objections were not properly considered and that statutory procedures were not followed. The court observed procedural gaps in notifications and compliance requirements, leading to an interim halt. The matter is set for further hearing, while the stay provides temporary relief to affected owners.Read more