The state wants fire brigades to have taller ladders for highrises, but is that enough for newer buildings that go up to 80 floors?
29 March,2026 08:34 AM IST | Mumbai | Eshanpriya MS-1773827148733_d.png "Malad land allotment under scrutiny; state directs halt on further action")
The Maharashtra government has ordered an inquiry into alleged irregularities in a Malad PAP housing land tender. Lawmakers claimed inflated costs, high TDR, and advance premium payments raised corruption concerns
18 March,2026 03:22 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
She said CIDCO issued 10,160 notices in cases related to unauthorised constructions and subsequently demolished 8,417 encroachments. In addition, four cases were registered in connection with these violations
12 March,2026 05:00 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
The issue was raised by several legislators in the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly, who highlighted that many residents in the city have been living on the first floors of slum structures for several decades and could be left out of redevelopment benefits under the current policy
12 March,2026 01:11 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
