Significant portions of Mumbai’s landmark Dhobi Ghat in Mahalaxmi are reportedly being absorbed by new construction projects, signaling a critical conflict between urban expansion and the city's functional heritage sites. The development impacts licensed washermen holding historical land rights.

Baashyaam Constructions will buy a prime land from Standard Chartered Bank in Chennai. The INR 800 crore transaction covers a 4.6-acre plot that Standard Chartered bought from ANZ Grindlays Bank.