Islamabad Protests: Landowners Accuse CDA of Illegal Land Grab
Massive protests erupt in Islamabad as landowners accuse the Capital Development Authority of illegally seizing their land. Details on the legal battle and public outrage.
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Khandre Orders Officials to Curb Forest Encroachments
Karnataka Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre instructs officials to tackle land grabbing and encroachments, highlighting threats to wildlife habitats in Tumakuru. Read the full story.
Jharkhand govt transfers 831 acres tribal land to Hindalco
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.
Karnataka orders inquiry into blackbuck poaching cover-up
Karnataka Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre orders inquiry into alleged cover-up after three blackbuck carcasses found near Basur Kaval sanctuary. Details inside.
King Charles, Catholic Church Own 16% of Earth's Land
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's Land Reform: Faster Approvals, Digital Process
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.
Supreme Court Slams Uttarakhand for Forest Land Encroachment
Supreme Court criticizes Uttarakhand authorities as 'silent spectators' to systematic forest land grabbing in Rishikesh. Orders inquiry, halts construction. Next hearing on Jan 5.
5 Tigers Spotted at Chamarajanagar Quarry, Capture Ordered
Five tigers spotted near a stone quarry in Chamarajanagar cause panic. Karnataka Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre orders immediate capture and relocation. Prohibitory orders imposed in three villages.
Rajasthan farmers await decision on 8,000 acres of oran land
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.
Fifth arrest in Basanti Highway crash targeting CBI witness
Kolkata police arrest truck driver in Basanti Highway crash, a suspected murder attempt on a key CBI witness. Total arrests now five. Read the full investigation details.
SC Orders Probe into Uttarakhand Forest Land Grab
Supreme Court expresses shock over alleged grabbing of 2,866 acres of Uttarakhand forest land, orders state govt probe and halts all construction. Details inside.
SC Slams Uttarakhand Govt Over Forest Land Grab
Supreme Court criticizes Uttarakhand government for inaction in a major forest land encroachment case involving 2,866 acres. Details on the lease to Pashu Lok Seva Samiti and the court's strong stance.
SC Slams Uttarakhand Govt Over Forest Land Grab
Supreme Court criticizes Uttarakhand government for inaction on illegal forest land occupation. Hearing a plea by Anita Kandwal, the court demands urgent action. Read the full story.
Bijnor DM's Home Attached Over Unpaid Land Compensation
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.
GIS Maps to Replace Old Land Description System in India
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.
Karnataka's Forest Dept to Seek Land Compensation for Lost Forest
Karnataka's forest department plans to seek compensatory land for every hectare of deemed forest lost. A joint survey to verify 3.3 lakh hectares is underway, with a March 2026 deadline. The move aims to protect green cover and wildlife habitats.
HC's 1-month ultimatum on Nanded Gurdwara land encroachment
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.
Byre Gowda Refutes Land-Grab Charge, Hints at Congress Sabotage
Karnataka Congress leader Krishna Byre Gowda denies land-grab accusations, alleging BJP was aided by 'own people' in his party. He details his family's historical lease since 1953.
Karnataka bans outsiders at Vajrapoha Falls in Belagavi
Karnataka govt imposes a complete ban on outsider entry to Vajrapoha Falls, an eco-sensitive zone in Bhimgad Wildlife Sanctuary, following reports of wildlife harassment. Read more.
CAG: Railways Failed to Monetise Vacant Land via RLDA
A CAG report reveals the Rail Land Development Authority failed to monetise surplus railway land effectively since 2006. Discover the audit findings and implications.
BJP Accuses Minister Krishna Byre Gowda of Illegal Land Transfer
Karnataka Revenue Minister Krishna Byre Gowda faces BJP allegations of illegally acquiring 21 acres of land in Kolar. The opposition demands his resignation and a probe. Read the full story.
Elephant Task Force for Mangaluru approved, starts next week
Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre assures MLC Kishore Kumar Puttur that an Elephant Task Force will be operational in Dakshina Kannada from next week to tackle human-elephant conflict.
Man held for encroaching 482 acres of forest land in Kengeri
Bengaluru police arrest a man for illegally occupying 482 acres of forest and government land in Kengeri using fabricated documents. Read the full investigation details.
Bengaluru's green lung loses biodiversity tag due to legal issues
Karnataka Minister Eshwar Khandre reveals a biodiversity tag protecting 371 trees on railway land in Bengaluru was withdrawn due to legal restrictions. Read about the implications for the city's green cover.
Citizens' Group Urges Clear Policy on Govt Land After Mundhwa Deal
A Pune citizens' group demands a clear policy on government and watan lands to prevent corruption, citing the Mundhwa case. They call for equal treatment of all accused and probe into Parth Pawar's alleged letter.
Vigilance Probe Ordered Into IDPL Land Encroachment in Hyderabad
Telangana government orders a Vigilance & Enforcement inquiry into alleged encroachment of over 100 acres of prime IDPL land in Balanagar. The probe will scrutinize land conversions and permissions over the past decade.
SC backs HC, dismisses plea on disputed Hyderabad land
Supreme Court dismisses petition challenging Telangana HC order on prime land in Nagaram village owned by IAS, IPS officers. Relief for officials confirmed.
Man arrested for forging docs to claim 1044 acres of govt land
A 59-year-old man from Mudigere was arrested for allegedly using fake documents to claim over 1000 acres of government and forest land in Chikkamagaluru and Bengaluru. Police are probing a larger conspiracy.
Man held for trying to grab 512 acres of Chikkamagaluru forest land
Karnataka Police arrest M B Nemanna Gowda for attempting to seize 512 acres of forest land using fake documents. Forest Minister seeks CID probe into alleged official collusion in the ₹25,000 crore land grab case.
Karnataka Passes Bill to Modernise Kodagu Land Records
Karnataka Assembly passes Bill to amend Land Revenue Act, bringing clarity to Jamma Bane land ownership in Kodagu, reducing litigation, and safeguarding stakeholder rights. Read more.
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