In a landmark decision: MahaRERA Tribunal Upholds RERA Act’s Retroactive Power

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.

Metro 2B DN Nagar to Mandale Project Sees ₹248 Crore Cost Escalation; Contractors Fined for Delays

The construction cost of Mumbai Metro 2B (DN Nagar to Mandale) has risen by ₹248 crore, reaching ₹3,304.83 crore. Delays in the project have led to penalties totaling ₹1.92 crore for contractors. RTI activist Anil Galgali highlighted concerns over cost overruns and project extensions, with completion now pushed to June 30, 2025.