Articles by Ateeq Shaikh
PM Modi likely to inaugurate Metro 3, other infra projects on Oct 4
PM Modi is set to partially inaugurate the Mumbai Metro 3 project on October 4, along with several infrastructure initiatives in the city.
Updated on Sep 19, 2024 08:46 AM IST
How slum redevelopment homes got bigger over the years
Size of homes allotted by SRA has increased from 180 sqft in 1995 to 300 sqft. In the same period, the average size of a 1BHK in MMR has shrunk from 470 sqft to 350 sqft
Updated on Sep 19, 2024 08:24 AM IST
Devipada SRA project revived, residents to receive advance rent
The plan was to house 1,599 families in four buildings. Months after the first building was handed over to 611 tenements, the remaining project went into limbo
Updated on Sep 19, 2024 09:15 AM IST
‘Mazgaon on the cusp of getting recycled for the third time’
For the third time in three centuries, Mazgaon is on the cusp of transformation: from two-storey buildings and British-era bungalows to high-end apartments
Updated on Sep 15, 2024 07:12 AM IST
State looks at capping price on 20% EWS and LIG housing stock
MHADA proposes capping housing prices for EWS and LIG projects to curb builders' overcharging, ensuring affordable housing in Maharashtra.
Updated on Sep 15, 2024 06:12 AM IST
Dharavi redevelopment ceremony held quietly to avoid opposition
Dharavi's redevelopment began with a puja, led by DRPPL. Eligible residents will receive larger homes, while ineligible ones will be housed in new townships.
Updated on Sep 13, 2024 08:44 AM IST
Birla Estates formally acquires Hindalco’s Kalwa factory plot
Birla Estates' arm buys Hindalco's 24.5-acre Kalwa factory for ₹537.42 crore, enhancing its presence in Mumbai's real estate market.
Updated on Sep 13, 2024 08:26 AM IST
Dharavi residents’ group withdraws hunger strike
The decision was taken following a request from Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Anil Desai and an assurance from the Mumbai Police that no such ceremony was planned for Thursday
Updated on Sep 12, 2024 07:34 AM IST
Microsoft expands footprint in India with 16.4-acre land acquisition in Pune
Microsoft's Indian subsidiary finalised the deal on August 20, paying a stamp duty of ₹31.18 crore and a registration fee of ₹30,000
Updated on Sep 12, 2024 07:39 AM IST
Thane Creek Bridge to open soon
The new Thane Creek bridge in Navi Mumbai will ease traffic for commuters, with an opening planned later this month, increasing lanes to nine.
Updated on Sep 11, 2024 08:30 AM IST
Kangana sells Pali Hill bungalow for ₹32 crore
Kangana Ranaut sold her partially demolished Bandra bungalow for ₹32 crore to Kamalini Holdings, after a legal dispute with BMC.
Updated on Sep 10, 2024 08:42 AM IST
Mumbai-Nagpur Samruddhi E-way likely to get wayside hubs within six months
The Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation (MSRDC) has initiated a fresh attempt to rope in private players to develop wayside amenities
Updated on Sep 09, 2024 09:21 AM IST
Mumbai's Metro 3 likely to be inaugurated before Maharashtra assembly polls
The first phase of Mumbai Metro 3 will involve 10 stations spread over 12 km, while the entire corridor is 33.5 km long, dotted with 27 stations
Updated on Sep 07, 2024 09:32 AM IST
MMRDA green-lights pod taxi project in BKC, could ease traffic congestion
Last month, MMRDA received bids from two companies to implement and operate the project: Chennai-based Refex Industries and Hyderabad based Sai Green Mobility
Updated on Sep 05, 2024 09:21 AM IST
Mhada lottery applicants anxious as they face several challenges
Applicants, however, say the only ray of hope for them in this chaos is the deadline extension by Mhada from September 4 to 19 which gives them some time to arrange the relevant documents. Unlike earlier years, making an application did not involve several hurdles
Updated on Sep 05, 2024 07:52 AM IST
Will make Mumbai slum-free, hike Ladki Bahin allowance: Shinde at Kamraj Nagar
CM Eknath Shinde promised a hike in women's allowances under the Ladki Bahin scheme if re-elected, while announcing redevelopment plans in Ghatkopar
Updated on Sep 04, 2024 09:39 AM IST
Prestige Group buys 4.57 acres in Pune for ₹200.20 crore
Prestige Group buys 4.57 acres in Pune's Kharadi for ₹200.20 crore to develop a business park, amid rising demand in the local realty market.
Updated on Sep 04, 2024 07:30 AM IST
Ajay Devgn leases office space for ₹7 lakh per month in Andheri West
Ajay Devgn leased his Andheri West office for ₹7 lakh/month, with a 5-year lease and ₹30 lakh deposit. He owns multiple units in Signature Tower.
Updated on Sep 04, 2024 07:06 AM IST
Thane metro project attracts five consultants for initial design phase
Initially, the Thane Municipal Corporation (TMC) was entrusted to execute the project, but it has now been handed over to MahaMetro
Published on Sep 03, 2024 11:32 AM IST
Over 1,800% increase in rent paid to Metro 3 PAPs: RTI response
Metro rail officials clarified that the hike appeared massive because only a handful of PAPs were evicted from their earlier premises in 2017 and most PAPs were moved out in later years, leading to a rise in the overall payment of transit rents
Updated on Sep 02, 2024 07:30 AM IST
Ateeq Shaikh