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In a pioneering ruling, MahaREAT directs developers to repay a buyer's 2009 cash booking of ₹7.5 lakh as part of ₹15 lakh relief with interest, upholding an unregistered deal and piercing partnership defenses.

Ex Parte MahaRERA Ruling Put on Hold

The Maharashtra Real Estate Appellate Tribunal has temporarily halted an ex parte MahaRERA order against Siddhitech Developers. The ruling, which previously mandated the developer to execute sales agreements and pay interest for delayed possession, is now stayed pending appeal, though the developer is barred from creating third-party rights on the subject flats.
Based on the provided news article, here is an excerpt that captures the essence of the ruling: "In a significant legal victory for homebuyers, the Maharashtra Real Estate Appellate Tribunal (MahaRERA Tribunal) has delivered a detailed order affirming the retroactive power of the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016 (RERA Act). The ruling came in the appeals of two allottees from an incomplete project in Malad, solidifying the protection RERA offers to consumers even for agreements made before the law was enacted.

MREAT Rules Part OC No Shield: Lodha Group to Pay Interest for Delay in Possession

In a major boost for homebuyers, the Maharashtra Real Estate Appellate Tribunal (MREAT) has ordered Lodha Crown Buildmart Pvt. Ltd. to pay interest for delayed possession of flats in the New Cuffe Parade project. The Tribunal clarified that partial Occupancy Certificates do not exempt builders from liability and reinforced that delay must be calculated from the date promised in the sale agreement.
The Bihar RERA has fined a developer ₹1 lakh for displaying "Coming Soon" posters and online ads for an unregistered project, holding that even minimal promotions violate Section 3 of the RERA Act and defeat buyer protection goals.

Neelkanth Infracon Directed to Compensate Homebuyers for Delay

The Maharashtra Real Estate Appellate Tribunal has dismissed Neelkanth Infracon LLP’s appeal and upheld MahaRERA’s order mandating interest payments to homebuyers for delayed possession of flats in the “Neelkanth Kingdom” project.
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MahaRERA Restores Case Against Developer Over Delayed Possession in Mumbai

MahaRERA has reinstated a non-compliance case against Kavya Mira Realty for failing to hand over possession of a property as per its 2021 order. The February 12, 2025, ruling directs the case to the Adjudicating Officer, ensuring the developer fulfills its obligations. The decision underscores MahaRERA’s commitment to protecting homebuyers from project delays and non-compliance issues.
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MahaRERA Dismisses Complaints Due to Pre-RERA Contracts,

MahaRERA has ruled that homebuyers with pre-RERA contracts cannot seek relief under the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016, as the terms of these agreements remain binding. However, a homebuyer with a registered sale agreement has been awarded interest compensation for delayed possession.