Supreme Court judgment Archives

In a major boost for homebuyers, the Supreme Court has ruled that merely leasing or renting out a purchased residential flat does not disqualify buyers from filing consumer complaints against builders for delays or unfair practices. The verdict in Vinit Bahri vs MGF Developers restores a dismissed case and clarifies that builders must prove "commercial purpose" to exclude consumer status.

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Supreme Court Shocker: Landowners Off the Hook for Builder Delays – Homebuyers Must Chase Developers Alone in JDA Deals!

The Supreme Court has ruled that in JDA projects, landowners aren’t jointly liable for construction delays—developers bear sole responsibility for handover and compensation. After a twisted review process involving a remand, the verdict offers huge relief to landowners and housing societies, clarifying buyers’ recourse lies with builders.

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February 22, 2026
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Asia Pacific office leasing rose 11% to 105.5 million sq ft in 2025, with India accounting for 68% of total demand across the region, according to Colliers’ latest market insights report.

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India Dominates Asia Pacific Office Market as Regional Leasing Touches 105 Million sq ft in 2025

Asia Pacific office leasing rose 11% to 105.5 million sq ft in 2025, with India…

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March 6, 2026

The Maharashtra government has approved a one-year renewal of rented office space for the Divyang Welfare Department at Mittal Tower, Nariman Point, increasing the monthly rent to ₹7.03 lakh with a 5% escalation.

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Maharashtra Govt Approves ₹7.03 Lakh Monthly Rent for Disability Welfare Department Office at Nariman Point

The Maharashtra government has approved a one-year renewal of rented office space for…

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March 6, 2026

MHADA has signed tripartite and construction agreements for the redevelopment of the historic GTB Nagar colony in Sion Koliwada, Mumbai. The 11.2-acre project will build three high-rise towers to rehabilitate around 1,200 residents.

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MHADA’s First Private Land Redevelopment: GTB Nagar Project in Sion Koliwada Moves to Implementation Stage

MHADA has signed tripartite and construction agreements for the redevelopment of the…

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March 5, 2026

In a landmark order, the Supreme Court directed a CBI inquiry into DLF's premium Gurugram project 'The Primus,' citing a glaring mismatch between promised luxury amenities and on-ground realities, while slamming authorities for failing to protect homebuyers who invested life savings.

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Here’s Why the Supreme Court Initiated a CBI Probe into DLF’s The Primus Project

In a landmark order, the Supreme Court directed a CBI inquiry into DLF's premium…

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March 5, 2026