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In a swift response to legislative concerns and High Court directives, the Maharashtra government has constituted a high-level committee to investigate unauthorized constructions in the ecologically sensitive mangrove buffer zone of Majiwade, Thane. The move addresses violations of landmark judicial orders aimed at protecting vital coastal ecosystems.

Maharashtra Govt Forms Probe Panel Over Illegal Mangrove Constructions in Thane’s Majiwade Area

In a swift response to legislative concerns and High Court directives, the Maharashtra government has constituted a high-level committee to investigate unauthorized constructions in the ecologically sensitive mangrove buffer zone of Majiwade, Thane. The move addresses violations of landmark judicial orders aimed at protecting vital coastal ecosystems.
After two decades of legal battle, the Bombay High Court has ordered the vacation of three shops on a prime 450 sq yard open plot in Bandra, ruling that occupants inducted by the original lessee have no independent right once the head tenancy is terminated.

Unauthorized Occupants Cannot Claim Ownership Of Land Simply By Occupying It For Years: Bombay HC

Bombay High Court rules that occupants must prove hostile possession to claim land, dismissing a Nashik claim and driving transparency in rural real estate markets.
“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.

No Inheritance Without Consent: Bombay HC Says Tenancy Transfers on Public Premises Need Landlord Approval

The Bombay High Court has ruled that tenancy rights cannot override contractual restrictions on public premises, upholding LIC’s eviction of Niloufer Marshall from a Mumbai flat. Learn the implications in 2025.
Bombay High Court dismisses a plea to force Indian Bank into a loan settlement, affirming that borrowers cannot demand OTS. The ruling prioritizes banks’ rights to recover public funds.

Bombay High Court: Borrowers Can’t Force Banks to Settle Defaulted Loans

Bombay High Court dismisses a plea to force Indian Bank into a loan settlement, affirming that borrowers cannot demand OTS. The ruling prioritizes banks’ rights to recover public funds.
Renewal of Lease = New Lease, Attracts Stamp Duty Bombay High Court

Renewal of Lease = New Lease, Attracts Stamp Duty Bombay High Court

The Bombay High Court has ruled that renewal of a lease deed constitutes a new lease, attracting fresh stamp duty. The judgment in the Tejomay Apartments case will significantly impact property owners renewing long-term government leases across Maharashtra.