📰 Hearsay Can’t Make You Pakistani: Bombay HC Quashes Enemy Property Tag

The Bombay High Court (Goa) has ruled that hearsay cannot be treated as proof of Pakistani nationality, striking down the Custodian of Enemy Property’s 2010 order tagging a Margao layout as “enemy property.” The Court held that the government failed to produce documentary proof that the original owner was a Pakistani national during the vesting period, making the declaration legally unsustainable.

SBI Wants 200 2BHKs in Mumbai

The State Bank of India has floated a tender to purchase 200 ready 2BHK flats across Mumbai’s key suburban corridors. With a requirement of 50 flats each along four railway stretches, the move signals strong institutional interest in mid-income housing segments.

India’s Housing Market Sustains Growth in Q3 2025, Premium Homes Take Centre Stage

India’s housing market maintained steady growth in Q3 2025 with 87,603 units sold, led by premium housing demand. Prices rose across all major cities, with NCR topping at 19% YoY. While new launches dipped slightly, sales momentum and inventory health remained stable, signalling a maturing but resilient market.

Maharashtra’s New GCC Push Set to Energise Office Leasing Beyond Mumbai & Pune

Maharashtra’s newly approved GCC policy targets the next wave of leasing expansion — redirecting global enterprises from Mumbai and Pune to emerging cities. With capital subsidies, added FSI, tax incentives and fast approvals, the state aims to lift GCC leasing from 15 to 25 million sq ft in five years while opening new opportunities in sectors like defense, aerospace and renewable energy.

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.