Karnataka HC: No Blanket Ban on Plot Approvals Under 50 sqm

16 Jan 2024 CW Team

In a landmark decision, the Karnataka High Court has ruled against implementing a blanket ban on plan approvals for plots smaller than 50 square meters. This verdict marks a significant development in the state's real estate landscape, providing relief to property owners and developers navigating restrictions.

The court's decision is poised to stimulate the real estate sector, particularly for smaller land parcels, unlocking new possibilities for development.

This judgment addresses concerns that previously hindered the progress of projects involving compact plots. The nuanced approach taken by the Karnataka High Court acknowledges the diverse nature of land use requirements and paves the way for more tailored decision-making in the approval process.

The real estate community welcomes this decision as it promotes flexibility and adaptability in construction initiatives.

This verdict is a testament to the court's commitment to fostering a conducive environment for real estate growth. Stakeholders now have a clearer framework for navigating the approval process, encouraging investment and development in smaller land parcels across Karnataka.

Infrastructure Urban

17 Sep 2025

DCPC Prepares for Special Campaign 5.0 with Focus on E-Waste

The Department of Chemicals and Petrochemicals (DCPC), Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilisers, is gearing up for Special Campaign 5.0, to be held from 2nd to 31st October 2025. The initiative will focus on e-waste disposal as per MoEFCC’s E-Waste Management Rules 2022, space optimisation, and enhancing workplace efficiency across field offices.Special Campaign 4.0, conducted between October 2023 and October 2024, delivered notable results in record management, grievance redressal, scrap disposal, and cleanliness drives.Key outcomes of Special Campaign 4.0Records management: 2,443 physical fil..

BlackRock India Leases 1.4 Lakh Sq Ft in Bengaluru

BlackRock Services India, the domestic arm of global asset manager BlackRock, has leased 1.4 lakh sq ft of office space at IndiQube Symphony in Bengaluru, according to Propstack data. The 10-year deal is valued at around Rs 4.10 billion.The lease, among the largest transactions in India’s co-working sector, highlights the growing preference of global institutions for flexible office providers. The agreement, commencing October 1, 2025, covers ground plus five floors in KNG Tower 1 at Ashoknagar, MG Road — one of Bengaluru’s prime commercial hubs.As per the lease document, BlackRock will ..

L&T Bags Rs 25–50 Bn Order for Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train Track Works

Larsen & Toubro’s (L&T) Transportation Infrastructure business has secured an order valued between Rs 25 crore and Rs 50 billion from the National High Speed Rail Corporation Limited (NHSRCL) for the Mumbai-Ahmedabad High Speed Rail (MAHSR) corridor.The contract, Package T1, involves the design, supply, construction, testing, and commissioning of 156 route km of high-speed ballastless track on a Design-Build Lump Sum Price basis. The stretch runs from Mumbai’s Bandra-Kurla Complex to Zaroli village in Gujarat and includes 21 km of underground track and 135 km of elevated viaduct.Se..