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Pune Revenue Department Makes 7 12 Land Record Corrections Online OnlyIndia to Replace 117 Year Old Registration Act with New, Digital First Legislation
In a path-breaking step that seeks to restructure the manner in which property and document registrations are conducted in India, the Union Ministry of Rural Development has unveiled the Draft Registration Bill, 2025 to supplant the century-old Registration Act of 1908. The proposed legislation is intended to digitize the process, render it transparent and citizen-centric, and much more in tune with the contemporary legal and tech environment.
Digital-First System
The entire registration process is e-based—document submission, verification, and issuance of certificate. Aadhaar-based authentication facility provided (optional with opt-in) with fallback ID options.
Increased Scope for Registrations
More documents are compulsorily registrable, i.e., sale agreements, power of attorney, sale certificates, court orders, equitable mortgages, and wills.
Transparency & Accountability
Reasons for refusal to be recorded in writing by registration officers.Suitable procedures made for cancellation of registrations, so natural justice is preserved.
System Interoperability
Interoperates with other computerized government systems for fraud-free and correct data sharing among departments.
Institutional Reforms
Establishment of new positions like Assistant Registrars and Inspectors-General. Authority to frame rules vested in states and Centre to facilitate effective enforcement.
Citizen-Centric Measures
Return of overpayment of fees, lower fee charge for cases involving multiple documents, and waiver for individuals not able to appear in person. Safe deposit of wills permitted.
Industry Support
Backed by CREDAI, NAREDCO and other real estate associations to enhance transparency, ease of doing business, and check fraud.
Public Feedback Invited
The public and stakeholders are invited to submit inputs on the draft bill by June 25, 2025.
Expected Outcome
Increased confidence in property transactions, fewer disputes, and an updated, tech-savvy property registration system to the advantage of all stakeholders.
Source: The Hindu
District Collector of Pune has ordered expedited land acquisition for important road projects
Officials have been instructed by Pune District Collector Jitendra Dudi to expedite the acquisition of land for several significant road and infrastructure projects in the district. To guarantee efficient and timely project execution, the Collector presided over a review meeting where the decision was made.
Projects Identified for Fast-Track Acquisition
National Highways
NH‑60: Bhimashankar – Talegharwadi – Rajgurunagar
NH‑61: Bankar Phata – Junnar – Ghodegaon – Taleghar
NH‑761 widening: Belhe – Alkuti, Nighoje – Ralegaon – Therpal
NH‑548D widening: Belhe – Alkuti – Nighoje – Ralegaon – Therpal
Mahad – Pandharpur Road
Bhor – Varandha Ghat stretch
Nashik Phata – Khed Elevated Corridor
Urban Development and PMRDA Projects
Pune Inner Ring Road
Chakan Outer Bypass to reduce traffic congestion
15-metre service road in use
12-metre service roads flanking Navale Bridge, Narhe
Industrial and MIDC Areas
Chakan Phase 5
Connecting roads in Talegaon Industrial Areas (Phases 2, 4 & 5)
Vehangav Industrial Area
Proposed Bhor – Utroli – Vadgaon Dal Industrial Belt
Kurkumbh (Patas) Industrial Area
Power Transmission Projects
765 kV Shikrapur–Babhaleshwar–Pune–Shirur line
Babhaleshwar–Kadus–Junnar–Ambegaon line
Actions and Guidance for Execution
Collector Dudi gave clear instructions to guarantee prompt and open execution:
Finish any outstanding land surveys as soon as possible, with police support if needed.
Obtaining farmer consent should come first when acquiring land in a transparent manner.
To speed up procedures, assist landowners in negotiations by utilising Transferable Development Rights (TDR).
Address departmental bottlenecks immediately to maintain project schedules.
Source- Pune Pulse
House of Abhinandan Lodha Partners with Zepto for Vrindavan Project
To provide digital access to its Vrindavan project, the House of Abhinandan Lodha (HoABL) has teamed up with Zepto, a quick-commerce platform.
Zepto users can now explore branded land plots in Vrindavan straight from the app, thanks to this partnership. By typing "land" into the search bar, users can view available plots, show interest with a refundable token amount, and schedule a video consultation with a HoABL expert.
Buyers can start their land investment journey in less than ten minutes thanks to the initiative's simplified digital process. Investors have more flexibility because of the staggered payment structure.
Alongside the Vrindavan project, HoABL is also listing other plotted developments, including those in Maharashtra, on Zepto. The integration marks the first time a quick-commerce platform is being used for real estate discovery and initial booking.
The partnership was launched on the occasion of Janmashtami, making premium plotted developments accessible to a larger audience through Zepto’s wide user base.
One Portal All Projects What the Unified RERA Means for Homebuyers
The launch of the Unified Real Estate Regulatory Authority (RERA) Portal marks a major reform in India’s property sector. For the first time, project and developer information from all states and union territories will be available on a single national platform.
What the Unified Portal Offers
Up until now, every state has had its own RERA website, which led to discrepancies and made it necessary for homebuyers to use several different systems. Everything is brought together by the single portal, which provides:
Centralised nationwide access to registered project information.
Transparency in scheduling and approvals
Streamlined grievance procedures
Accountability of developers
Implications for Homebuyers
Homebuyers are able to make informed decisions thanks to the unified portal. Before committing to a property, they can now verify approvals, check if deadlines are being met, and compare projects in various regions using the same criteria. It is also easier to file and follow up on complaints thanks to the complaint mechanism.
Implications for Developers
For developers, the platform brings uniformity. Reporting requirements are standardised, which reduces the burden of dealing with multiple state formats. At the same time, greater visibility of past compliance records across India will push developers toward higher accountability and consistent performance.
One of the top real estate developers in India, Godrej Properties, is aiming high for FY2025-26. To support its next stage of expansion, the company is aggressively seeking opportunities to acquire prime land.
Executive Chairperson Pirojsha Godrej stressed that the company has the confidence to invest in high-value land parcels throughout major cities thanks to its capital strength, which was reinforced by last year's qualified institutional placement (QIP).
Strategic Land Acquisitions Driving Growth
In the first quarter of FY2025-26, Godrej Properties acquired five land parcels in Mumbai, Pune, Bengaluru, and Panipat.
With these additions, the company is well on its way to achieving its annual target of ₹20,000 crore worth of project additions by the second or third quarter of this fiscal year.
Over the last financial year (FY2024-25), the company had already secured 14 land parcels across cities such as MMR, NCR, Pune, Bengaluru, Kolkata, Ahmedabad, and Indore, unlocking an estimated ₹26,500 crore in potential revenue.
Recent wins include:
A 16-acre site in Upper Kharadi, Pune with an estimated value of ₹3,100 crore, which lifted the company’s share price by 2%.
A high-profile Hyderabad (Kukatpally) land parcel, expected to generate ₹3,800 crore in revenue.
Strong Financial Performance
Godrej Properties has consistently reinforced its market leadership with record-breaking sales.
FY2024-25 Sales: The company booked ₹29,444 crore, marking a 31% increase over the previous year.
Q1 FY2025-26 Performance:
Net Profit rose 15% YoY to about ₹600 crore.
Pre-sales stood at ₹7,082 crore, lower than last year due to a high base and modest launch delays.
Despite this dip, the company reaffirmed its full-year sales target of ₹32,500 crore.
Expansion Roadmap
Looking ahead, Godrej Properties plans to launch ₹40,000 crore worth of new housing projects in FY2025-26, signaling its confidence in India’s booming real estate demand.
To fund its growth pipeline, the company is also preparing its largest-ever bond issue of around ₹2,000 crore, which will increase total bond borrowings to ₹4,500 crore.
Bollywood star Kartik Aaryan has invested in his first land in Alibaug, Maharashtra, buying a 2,000 square foot plot for ₹2 crore. The property is a part of The House of Abhinandan Lodha's (HoABL) upscale coastal development, "Chateau de Alibaug." Kartik expressed his intention to build his own home on the land, stating, "Alibaug has become one of the most exciting places to invest in today — close to Mumbai, and I plan to build my own home there." He also expressed full trust in HoABL for this investment.
With this acquisition, Kartik joins a list of prominent Bollywood celebrities who have invested in Alibaug. In the past, actress Kriti Sanon bought a 2,000 square foot plot in Alibaug, while legendary actor Amitabh Bachchan paid ₹10 crore for a 10,000 square foot plot.
This action establishes Alibaug as a popular location for second homes close to Mumbai and reflects a growing trend of Bollywood celebrities investing in the upscale real estate market there.