Karnataka's revenue department has verified over 13.9 lakh government land parcels using the Land Beat digital surveillance program, identifying encroachments on approximately 90,000 plots across the state.
The decades-long Shikohpur land dispute in Gurgaon may finally end as the Centre agrees to release the area from acquisition for Krishi Vigyan Kendra, providing relief to villagers.
Bihar's revenue department launches a mega campaign with fixed timelines for land measurement. Undisputed cases to be resolved in 7 days, disputed ones within 11 days through a fully online system.
The Bengaluru Business Corridor project encounters legal complications over land compensation, with a 2008-09 award conflicting with current high land values. BDA offers negotiated payouts up to Rs 16 crore per acre to resolve the impasse.
Polygon Labs acquires US-based Coinme and Sequence for over $250 million, aiming to build a global stablecoin payments stack with regulated access across 48 states.
Himachal Pradesh announces plans to conduct Revenue Lok Adalats twice every month, aiming to expedite the resolution of land and revenue disputes across the state.
Allahabad High Court dismisses farmers' petitions against YEIDA land acquisition, upholding Supreme Court's final decision. Over 1,500 allottees to finally get possession after 16-year wait.
Karnataka's long-overdue mission to reclaim grabbed public land must proceed with empathy and fairness, targeting the powerful without exception. Read the full editorial analysis.
Karnataka Housing Board plans a major housing project near Devanahalli, acquiring 593 acres. Landowners get 50% developed land as compensation. Read about the impact and local concerns.
HYDRAA's major anti-encroachment drive in Miyapur secures 15 acres of prime government land valued at ₹3,000 crore. The agency also protected Water Board property in a separate action.
Goa government clarifies that rural villages included in the NAKSHA aerial survey will not be classified as urban. Officials aim to dispel fears about property takeover and explain the survey's benefits for land records and planning.
Bengaluru Urban district administration has reclaimed government land worth over Rs 6.26 crore in a coordinated anti-encroachment drive across all taluks. Read the full story.
A major land grab scam exposed in Bengaluru's Kogilu area. Gang charged lakhs for government land, issuing fake documents. Key details and police investigation inside.
Farmers in Prakasam district oppose NHAI's plan to acquire fertile land for emergency flight landing on NH-16. They demand use of barren land instead. #FarmersProtest #LandRights
Supreme Court criticizes Uttarakhand govt for inaction on massive forest land encroachment in Rishikesh, hints at politician-bureaucrat nexus. Details of illegal constructions sought.
Railway track doubling between Thiruvananthapuram Central and Parassala is 70% complete, aiming for an August 2026 finish. The project will boost connectivity and cut delays on the key southern route.
Supreme Court criticizes Uttarakhand government for inaction on massive forest land encroachment in Rishikesh, hints at politician-bureaucrat nexus. Details inside.
Himachal Pradesh government's Supreme Court appeal against a high court order for higher land compensation sparks outrage among activists and affected families. Details inside.
Kerala's new land regularisation SOP could nullify years of legal action against 57 illegal constructions in Idukki, including resorts on govt land. Read the full investigation.
Sourabh Roy argues India's fragmented land law framework is ill-equipped for rapid urban growth, record manipulation, and lengthy court disputes. Read the analysis.
A special CBI court has decided to begin the trial in the high-profile Manesar land scam case, involving alleged illegal acquisition of 912 acres. Key accused include former Haryana CM Bhupinder Singh Hooda. Read for full details.
A 67-year-old farmer in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar was allegedly swindled of Rs 2.05 crore over six years by a gang promising higher land compensation and government jobs. Police have registered a case and are investigating.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath directs the use of GPS-enabled rovers for land consolidation to ensure transparency and curb corruption at the grassroots level.
Goa government begins a landmark digital land survey this month to update records and issue Urban Property Cards (UrPro) in Panaji, Margao, and Cuncolim. Learn about the process and how landowners can participate.
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma warns tea estates of losing Rs 150 crore annual incentives for non-cooperation in granting land rights to 3.33 lakh worker families. Read the full story.
A Kerala special tahsildar sold a public road near Nemom railway station to Indian Railways for ₹1.15 crore, hiding the fact it was a public thoroughfare. Residents fight for justice as bureaucracy ignores logic.
Meta acquires Singapore-based AI startup Manus to boost its AI capabilities. Learn about the deal's details, Manus's technology, and what it means for the future of AI.
Patna DM Thiyagarajan S M and SSP Kartikeya K Sharma direct officials for swift action on prohibition cases, land disputes, and against mafia. Drones, tech to curb illegal mining. Read more.
At Buxar's Janata Darbar, an elderly cancer patient's plea highlighted land disputes. SP ordered probes, patrolling near girls' schools, and cybercrime awareness. Read the full report.
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.