By Bilal Khan 
The National Accountability Bureau’s transfer of 6,500 kanals of amenity plots from housing societies to the Capital Development Authority on May 1, 2026, marks a significant regulatory achievement in Islamabad. The same day, the IPL match between Rajasthan Royals and Delhi Capitals showcases contrasting fortunes for both teams.
Key details of the land transfer:
- The NAB transferred 5,484.76 kanals of amenity land in Gulberg Residencia and 999 kanal in Margalla View D-17 to the CDA.
- The total value of the transferred land is approximately Rs41 billion as per Deputy Commissioner rates.
- Approximately 4,793 kanal of public and amenity land across multiple housing societies has been transferred through mutation in favor of the regulator.
The NAB’s intervention addresses long-standing gaps in regulatory compliance regarding land transfers in housing societies. This move is expected to enhance urban planning and development efforts within Islamabad.
IPL match details:
- The match between Rajasthan Royals (RR) and Delhi Capitals (DC) took place at Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur.
- Delhi Capitals have won only one of their last five matches in IPL 2026.
- Mitchell Starc is expected to play his first match of the season for DC.
Rajasthan Royals recently defeated Punjab Kings, marking a significant win that ended PBKS’s unbeaten season. The all-time series record between RR and DC stands at 15-15 across 30 meetings. Chasing teams have been dominant at Sawai Mansingh Stadium over the years, which could influence this matchup.
