2026

Redevelopment agreement not a property receipt, so not taxable: ITAT

Mumbai ITAT ruled agreement registration does not mean property receipt. Tax cannot be levied on future property rights under anti-abuse provisions. The tribunal allowed a taxpayer's appeal against a ₹1.38 crore tax addition. Registration creates contractual rights, not actual property possession or receipt. This decision clarifies tax treatment for ongoing redevelopment projects in...

SC gives Parsvnath Developers one week to deposit dues to homebuyers, warns next step is jail

The Supreme Court has given Parsvnath Developers one final week to pay homebuyers. Failure to deposit the full amount with 12 percent interest will result in imprisonment. The court expressed strong disapproval of the real estate firm and its directors. This order follows a 20-year struggle by senior citizens for their homes. The court warned that the company's directors would face jail time if...

Regime change lifts hopes of real estate builders in West Bengal

West Bengal's new govt is expected to boost real estate activity significantly. Developers anticipate land reforms, including the repeal of a key act, to unlock development. Investment commitments exceeding ₹28,000 crore have already been secured by the state. Enhanced connectivity and swifter government approvals will further accelerate sector growth. Source link...

Bombay HC warns against illegal home modifications, directs state to frame guidelines

“Large-scale unauthorised constructions cannot be permitted to continue merely because similar illegalities have been committed by several persons,’’ the bench said, while directing Panvel Municipal Corporation (PMC) to order immediate demolition of an illegal enclosure of open-to-sky terraces and an 800 sq ft illegal room constructed in a Kalamboli building. Source link...

Government proposes mandatory energy ratings for large buildings above 20,000 sq metres

Mandatory energy performance ratings are set to be introduced for sizable commercial buildings over 20,000 square metres in India. This pivotal move aims to elevate energy efficiency within the burgeoning building industry, allowing the government to standardize evaluations and promote superior building designs. Consequently, consumers will have the opportunity to assess and compare energy efficiency...

Ranchi I-T surveys detect ₹50 crore undisclosed income at realty groups

The Income Tax investigation wing has detected undisclosed income worth Rs 50 crore. Surveys were conducted on five premises of Panache Realtors and Dayanand Modi Group. I-T teams are analyzing documents and digital data, including chats related to cash transactions. Partners of both real estate groups are currently being questioned by authorities. Tax evasion was allegedly found in Rosewood...

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