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MDA Blocks 200 Sites Amid Surge in Mysuru Demand

Representative AI image MYSURU: The Mysuru Development Authority (MDA) has announced an auction for three commercial corner sites—one in JP Nagar (south Mysuru) and two in Vijayanagar IV Stage (west Mysuru)—with base prices between Rs 3.3 crore and Rs 3.5 crore. Following a successful sale of a premium 4,133 sqft plot, which fetched Rs 8.6 crore, the authority has set the base prices for the new premium plots at Rs 7,300 to Rs 7,900 per sqft. In addition, MDA is auctioning six sites priced between Rs 2.1 crore and Rs 2.5 crore, 15 sites from Rs 1.5 crore to Rs…

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Private firms to manage 60 property registration centers; Pune, Mumbai first

Representative AI image PUNE: The state government plans to establish 60 property registration offices across Maharashtra, managed by private institutions, to simplify the process, enhance efficiency, and reduce waiting times—albeit at an additional cost, officials informed TOI on Friday. The proposed centers are designed similar to passport service centers and will operate alongside the current 517 government-run sub-registrar offices. Officials stated that the revenue department approved the proposal last year, and its implementation will occur in phases. In the first phase, five centers will be launched in Mumbai, Pune, Thane, and Nagpur. “We anticipate opening them within six months. Tenders…

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Pimpri Chinchwad Offers Amnesty Scheme Until March 31

PUNE: The Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation has introduced an amnesty scheme for property tax defaulters to recover outstanding dues and enhance revenue for the last month of the 2025-26 financial year. During a press conference, Mayor Ravi Landge announced that a 90% penalty waiver on principal tax arrears would be provided as part of this scheme. Taxpayers who settle their entire outstanding amount in one payment from March 1 to 31 will benefit from this offer. A senior official from the PCMC reported that approximately 2.12 lakh property owners collectively owe Rs 1,394 crore to the municipal body, with potential…

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Defaulters Pay ₹27 Lakh in Property Tax Before Bengaluru Auction

BENGALURU: Following the announcement of an auction for defaulters’ properties by the Greater Bengaluru Authority’s South city corporation, approximately 14 property owners in Bommanahalli hastily settled their long-standing dues, leading to a recovery of over ₹27 lakh. The impending threat of public auction seems to be motivating defaulters to pay off their arrears prior to bidding on their properties. This comes on the heels of seven properties being successfully sold in a recent auction held by the East and North city corporations. All five city corporations are moving forward with auctions targeting top tax defaulters as a final attempt to…

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Delayed Policy Execution Hinders Investment: NAREDCO Chair

INDORE: Delays in the implementation of urban development policies are hindering growth and discouraging private investments, stated Dr. Niranjan Hiranandani, Chairman of NAREDCO, during a discussion on Friday. He highlighted issues related to master planning and stamp duty structures in Madhya Pradesh. “If policies are passed but executed with delays, development will stagnate and investments will decline,” he explained, noting that uncertainty in planning frameworks adversely affects capital flow into real estate and infrastructure. He pointed out that the Development Plan for Bhopal expired in 2005 and a revision is still pending. Similarly, Indore’s master plan expired in 2021. “This…

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Chandigarh Forms New Panel for Rehabilitation Colony Decisions

CHANDIGARH: The Chandigarh administration has established a new committee to assess the future of approximately 35,000 housing units in the city’s rehabilitation colonies. This decision comes as residents continue to demand ownership rights and disputes over illegal transfers and occupancy persist. The committee is tasked with evaluating the current status of these properties, examining the legal framework that governs them, and reviewing approaches taken by other cities to deal with similar issues within rehabilitation schemes. Chief Secretary H Rajesh Prasad confirmed the committee’s formation and has instructed them to submit their findings promptly. The administration will make its final decision…

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Jharkhand Housing Board Warns Dhoni Over Plot Misuse

File Photo RANCHI: The Jharkhand State Housing Board has sent a notice to former India cricket captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni regarding the alleged misuse of a residential plot in Ranchi, according to an official statement made on Friday. The notice accuses Dhoni of using the plot, which was allocated for residential purposes, for commercial activities. “A residential plot was allotted by the Jharkhand State Housing Board to cricketer Mahendra Singh Dhoni, but it has been found to be used for commercial purposes. We have issued a notice to him for violating the rules and regulations,” said Sanjay Lal Paswan, chairman…

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SWAMIH Fund Approves ₹115 Crore for Antriksh Valley Project

Representative AI image NEW DELHI: The SWAMIH Investment Fund I, supported by the government, has approved an investment of up to ₹115 crore for the completion of the stalled residential project Antriksh Valley (now known as The Valley) in Greater Noida West’s sector 1. As per the sanction letter, the fund’s investment committee has granted final approval for an investment of up to ₹95 crore, with an additional ₹20 crore contingent upon further internal approvals and project progress review. This investment will be made through non-convertible debentures (NCDs) issued by Diligent Builders, the project developer. The funds will be strictly…

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Vedaanta Senior Living to invest ₹50 crore in Tamil Nadu project

NEW DELHI: Vedaanta Senior Living has partnered with Sameera Group to create the Vedaanta Ananta senior living project in Chengalpattu, Tamil Nadu. The project will be developed within the integrated township of Sameera Universe, with a total investment of ₹50 crore. Covering over four acres, the project will include 69 senior living villas, with prices starting at ₹50 lakh, plus applicable charges. Rahul Sabharwal, co-founder and director of the company, stated, “Tamil Nadu is a mature and high-potential market for organized senior living in India. Our goal is to cultivate environments where seniors can maintain independence, stay engaged, and age…

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Panel to Investigate Alleged Housing Fraud in Navi Mumbai

MUMBAI: An investigation into the alleged housing fraud in Navi Mumbai will be led by a committee which includes a representative of the Additional Chief Secretary from the Urban Development Department, as announced by Minister Uday Samant in the legislative council on Wednesday. The inquiry aims to scrutinize allegations of regulatory non-compliance in the construction of affordable housing, he mentioned. The Industries Minister is authorized to address questions and motions during the state legislature’s Budget session on behalf of Deputy Chief Minister and Urban Development Minister Eknath Shinde. Samant stated that actions will be taken against CIDCO officials who approved…