BMC Declares Viral Message on 30% Property Tax Concession for Senior Citizens as Fake

BMC has confirmed that the viral message claiming a 30% property tax concession for senior citizens is fake, urging citizens not to visit ward offices based on misinformation.

Follow Dust Control Rules or Risk Project Halt, BMC Commissioner Warns Mumbai Builders

BMC Commissioner Bhushan Gagrani has urged Mumbai’s builders to follow pollution control norms at construction sites and install air quality sensors, warning that violations could lead to projects being halted.

Bombay High Court Rules BMC Permission Not Required for Tenantable Repairs

In a landmark ruling, the Bombay High Court has clarified that tenantable repairs, like replacing rusted roofing sheets, do not require BMC permission under Section 342 of the Mumbai Municipal Corporation Act. The court quashed a BMC notice issued to Indu Oil and Soap Co., criticizing the corporation’s high-handed demolition actions and imposing a ₹25,000 fine, setting a precedent for property owners in Mumbai.

Mumbai to Host IFLA–APR 2025: India’s Largest Landscape Architecture Congress to Reimagine Growth and Sustainability

The Indian Society of Landscape Architects (ISOLA) has announced the IFLA–Asia Pacific Regional Congress 2025 in Mumbai, themed “Growth Paradox: Reimagining Landscapes.” Scheduled for November 14–15, 2025, the event will gather international experts to discuss how cities can balance growth with sustainability and ecological resilience.

Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation to Begin Sale of 426 Apartments from October 16 to November 21, 2025

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) is set to commence the sale of 426 apartments from October 16 to November 21, 2025, as part of a lottery process aimed at supporting economically weaker sections and low-income groups. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply through the official BMC website.