Kerala's 2025 land regularisation SOP, stemming from a 2023 Act amendment, promises relief for small holders but appears to shield major political and commercial violators in Idukki and beyond. Read the full analysis.
NHM Punjab invites applications for 300 Specialist Doctor posts. Apply online by Jan 8, 2026. No application fee. Salary ₹45,000/month. Check eligibility.
Delhi Development Authority launches a mega e-auction of 150+ residential, commercial & institutional plots. Registrations open Dec 30. Key details inside.
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.
Digvijaya Singh alleges Madhya Pradesh govt plans to auction Hindu temple 'maafi' land, violating Supreme Court orders. Priests across state receive notices. Details inside.
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.
Jalandhar police register a cheating case over a Rs 1.5 crore land deal fraud. Four accused booked for forgery and criminal conspiracy. Details of the scam revealed.
A new PIL in Punjab & Haryana HC challenges the state's land auction plan, demanding recovery of Rs 2,582 crore in unpaid bills first. Hearing set for Jan 12, 2026. Read the full story.
The Greater Mohali Area Development Authority has successfully acquired 716 acres of land from nine villages for its ambitious Eco City 3 project, paving the way for a new integrated township.
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.
Bengaluru Customs will auction 227 seized electronic items, including 175 iPhones, on Dec 30 via MSTC. Bulk lot for traders. Bidding open to GST-registered buyers only.
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.
Chandigarh's latest e-auction for fancy vehicle registration numbers concluded, setting a new revenue record of ₹2.96 crore. CH01-DC-0001 was the top seller at ₹31.35 lakh. Read the full details.
Jharkhand High Court mandates action against officials & builders for illegal land registry at Rajendra Institute of Medical Sciences. Residents to be compensated. Next hearing on Jan 6, 2026.
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.
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.
Punjab Cabinet approves key amendment to Abadi Deh Act, empowering DCs to regularize land use. Move aims to curb illegal colonies and simplify property transactions. Read more.
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.
A CAG report reveals the Rail Land Development Authority failed to monetise surplus railway land effectively since 2006. Discover the audit findings and implications.
A PIL challenging the proposed 'Babri Masjid' in Kolkata was withdrawn from the Calcutta High Court. The petitioner plans to refile. Details on the legal move and its implications.
Farmers in Fatehabad, Haryana, protested a court-ordered land auction, briefly detaining a Naib Tehsildar. The incident highlights rising agrarian tensions over land disputes. Read the full details.
Andhra Pradesh High Court directs state govt to detail land allotment applications for Vizag IT park. Bench declines stay on Raheja Corp allotment. Read the full legal battle.
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.
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.
Supreme Court dismisses petition challenging Telangana HC order on prime land in Nagaram village owned by IAS, IPS officers. Relief for officials confirmed.
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.
Beyond the big bids, two underrated rules shape IPL auctions. Discover how the silent tie-breaker and accelerated round work, with history and 2026 details. Read now!
The IPL 2026 mini-auction kicks off in Abu Dhabi with 369 players under the hammer. KKR, CSK lead spending. Watch live on Hotstar & Star Sports.
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.
Punjab Kings caused a stir at the IPL 2024 auction in Dubai by trying to retract a bid for Shashank Singh due to mistaken identity. Get the full story on the unusual incident and its resolution.