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Bombay HC quashes ₹3 Cr+ stamp duty demand against Romell Real Estate in Malad slum redevelopment case. Court rules Permanent Transit Camp (PTC) cannot be added to consideration per Guideline 26 & holds CCRA order time-barred beyond 6-year limit under Section 53A.

Developer’s Residual Rights in a Real Estate Project and How it Impacts Homebuyers

In a significant ruling, the Bombay High Court quashed a unilateral deemed conveyance order, emphasizing the need for independent architect verification in multi-building layouts. The December 23, 2025 judgment in Velantine Properties highlights the tension between developers’ residual rights to unused land and FSI, and homebuyers’ demand for timely property transfer under MOFA—illustrating why clear contracts and fair assessments are crucial for both sides.
The Bombay High Court has ruled that Vallabhnagar Co-operative Housing Society, Vile Parle, cannot deny membership to Andheri purchasers by demanding lease premium beyond the statutory ceiling fixed under Section 79A.

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.
In a key February 2026 decision, MahaREAT ruled that homebuyers withdrawing from delayed projects under RERA are entitled to interest from the promoter's receipt of payments—not from later default dates—overturning a MahaRERA order in the Mullaji vs. Onyx Builders case involving stalled projects in Kurla West, Mumbai.

MahaRERA Rejects Arbitration Clauses in Real Estate Disputes, Upholds Homebuyer Rights

MahaRERA’s November 2025 order, backed by a Bombay High Court ruling, invalidates arbitration clauses in RERA disputes, ensuring homebuyers can directly approach the authority for remedies in cases like the delayed Indiabulls Park 4 project.
An Awfis–ANAROCK report identifies Managed Office Spaces as India’s fastest-evolving enterprise workspace model, driven by GCC expansion, hybrid work, ESG priorities, and growing demand across Tier I, II and III cities.

Stamp Duty Adjudication Goes Digital: Maharashtra Citizens Can Apply Online

The Maharashtra government has digitized stamp duty adjudication, enabling citizens to apply online and track case status. Homebuyers, who often face confusion about stamp duty amounts, stand to benefit most from this streamlined process.
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RBI Keeps Repo Rate at 5.5%: What It Means for Your Home Loan EMIs This Festive Season

The RBI’s decision to hold the repo rate at 5.5% ensures no change in home loan EMIs, giving relief to borrowers ahead of the festive season. Experts from CREDAI-MCHI, ANAROCK, Colliers, JLL, and others highlight how stable EMIs, GST relief, and festive demand create a golden window for homebuyers.