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In a scathing reminder of bureaucratic lethargy, the Bombay High Court has held that Pune Municipal Corporation lost a reserved playground in Karvenagar to a housing society because it failed to acquire the land within the strict timeline mandated under Section 127 of the MRTP Act

Sold Land for ₹300 in 1962, Lost It Forever: Bombay HC Reminds Why Agreements Must Be Clear

A man who claimed his father sold land for ₹300 in 1962 under a loan-like arrangement has lost his bid to reclaim it. The Bombay High Court ruled the deal was a valid sale, highlighting the importance of clear and legally drafted property agreements.
“Being the owner gives you preferential rights, but not unlimited time.” In a firm order, SRA removes a private landowner as developer after three years of zero progress on a Lower Parel slum scheme, prioritising slum dwellers’ right to timely rehabilitation.

Court Asks Govt To Fix Time Frame For Stamp Duty Refund

The Bombay High Court has slammed the State for a nine-year delay in refunding stamp duty and directed the Revenue Department to issue, within eight weeks, a circular prescribing clear timelines for all refund applications — a move that could streamline property-related processes for thousands across Maharashtra.
The Bombay High Court has directed Foreshore Co-operative Housing Society in Mumbai to admit film director Ramesh Sippy as a member, ruling that societies must honor nominee and heir rights under Section 154B-13.

High Court Asks Society to Admit Film Director Ramesh Sippy as Member

In a significant ruling on 9 December 2025, the Bombay High Court…
In a scathing order, Bombay HC has exposed CIDCO’s 37-year-old “forgotten land” scandal in Navi Mumbai and ordered fresh acquisition under the 2013 Act with full compensation — a landmark blow for property rights.

High Court Rules: Those Who Didn’t Take Home Loan Cannot Be Forced to Pay

In a December 2025 ruling, Bombay High Court held that persons who never took a home-loan — such as flat-sellers who refunded buyers — cannot be forced to pre-deposit dues under SARFAESI, striking down earlier DRAT orders that demanded such deposits.
“Being the owner gives you preferential rights, but not unlimited time.” In a firm order, SRA removes a private landowner as developer after three years of zero progress on a Lower Parel slum scheme, prioritising slum dwellers’ right to timely rehabilitation.

Bombay High Court Slams BMC for ‘Bureaucratic Lethargy’: Dismisses Appeal After 1,526-Day Delay in Property Tax Case

The Bombay High Court has sharply criticised the BMC for a 1,526-day delay in a property tax appeal, calling its excuses unacceptable and dismissing the case, warning that such lethargy could cost the city vital revenue.