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Karnataka CM Advocates ‘Balanced’ Development in 2026 Budget

BENGALURU: In a historic 17th budget presented in the Assembly on Friday, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah proposed a social media ban for children under 16. The budget also includes plans for school modernization, completion of water projects such as the Mekedatu reservoir, which has faced opposition from Tamil Nadu, and a major infrastructure initiative for Bengaluru. With a total budget outlay of Rs 4,48,004 crore, he emphasized a development strategy that harmonizes welfare programs with infrastructure investments for long-term economic change, giving rise to a unique Karnataka-specific economic framework dubbed the “11G model.” Key announcements in the budget encompass filling…

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Non-Tribals Prohibited from Buying Land in Garo Hills, Meghalaya

SHILLONG: Utilizing its powers under the Sixth Schedule, the Garo Hills Autonomous District Council has issued a notification preventing non-tribal individuals from purchasing or claiming land in the Garo Hills districts of Meghalaya, officials announced on Friday. However, the existing land ownership of non-tribal individuals will remain unchanged. The council’s directive aims to protect the land and traditional rights of indigenous tribal communities and to prevent the alienation of these lands to non-tribal persons. The Sixth Schedule is unique to the autonomous tribal regions of Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura, and Mizoram, ensuring their administrative autonomy. According to the notification released on…

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Amitabh Bachchan Buys 2.67 Acres in Ayodhya for ₹35 Crore

NEW DELHI: Amitabh Bachchan has purchased a 2.67-acre land parcel in Ayodhya for ₹35 crore from The House of Abhinandan Lodha (HoABL). The deal was finalized by Rajesh Yadav, managing director of AB Corp. This marks Bachchan’s third investment in Ayodhya through the company. In January 2024, he acquired land in The Sarayu project and previously bought a 10,000 sq ft plot in the Sol de Alibaug project. Published On Mar 6, 2026 at 04:00 PM IST Join the community of 2M+ industry professionals. Subscribe to our newsletter for the latest insights and analysis delivered to your inbox. Stay updated…

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Secunderabad Cantonment Board Offers OTS for Property Tax Dues

HYDERABAD: The Secunderabad Cantonment Board (SCB) has introduced a one-time settlement (OTS) plan for property tax arrears. This initiative aims to alleviate the financial burden on property owners by providing concessions on the interest accrued from outstanding tax dues. The plan applies to arrears accumulated until March 31 and aligns with the Cantonments Act, 2006. Under the OTS plan, property owners may receive a 30% discount on their accumulated interest or a maximum of ₹10,000, whichever is greater. If the total interest is less than ₹10,000, owners can benefit from a full waiver of that interest. It’s important to note…

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Maharashtra’s Debt Could Push RR Rates Up 5% by April 2026

PUNE: Increasing fiscal pressures and a significant rise in the state’s debt may lead the government to adjust the ready reckoner (RR) rates starting in April, with an anticipated average increase of over 5% across the state, according to senior government officials on Thursday. “Given the expanding revenue deficit and an influx of supplementary demands, a revision of the RR rates seems inevitable. The official announcement will be made on March 31,” a senior state government source told TOI. Consultations with stakeholders in various districts have been completed, but the final decision will hinge on the funds needed to support…

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MHADA Signs Redevelopment Deal for GTB Nagar, Mumbai

NEW DELHI: The Maharashtra Housing and Area Development Authority (MHADA) has finalized crucial agreements to expedite the redevelopment of the Guru Tegh Bahadur (GTB) Nagar housing cluster located at Sion Koliwada in Mumbai. All cooperative housing societies participating in the initiative have signed a tripartite development agreement with MHADA and the selected construction and development agency (C&DA). Furthermore, a construction-cum-development agreement has been established, paving the way for the implementation stage of the project. The redevelopment will span approximately 11.2 acres and will serve around 1,200 eligible residents. The area previously contained 25 buildings that were deemed unsafe by the…

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CCI Approves Bagmane Prime Office REIT’s Stake Acquisition

NEW DELHI: The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has given the green light for a deal that will see Bagmane Prime Office REIT acquire stakes in Bagmane Developers and its related entities. The transaction includes a direct acquisition of Bagmane Developers (BDPL) and its wholly owned subsidiary, Bagmane Green Power LLP (BGPL), by Bagmane Prime Office REIT. Additionally, the REIT will indirectly gain control of Bagmane Rio (BRPL) and the asset known as ‘Luxor @ Bagmane Capital Tech Park’ from Bagmane Constructions through BDPL. As part of the deal, the sponsor group of the REIT, along with certain third-party shareholders…

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Embassy REIT Secures ₹1,400 Crore via 10-Year NCDs

NEW DELHI: Embassy Office Parks REIT (Embassy REIT) has successfully raised ₹1,400 crore through a 10-year non-convertible debenture (NCD) issuance, as part of its ongoing capital raising strategy. The recent issuance, which comes with a fixed coupon rate of 7.49% for a decade, was fully subscribed by a prominent domestic life insurance company. This marks the REIT’s second 10-year bond issuance for FY26. With this deal, Embassy REIT has accumulated ₹3,400 crore through 10-year NCDs in this financial year, aimed at enhancing the maturity profile of its debt. The NCDs have a ‘AAA/Stable’ rating from CRISIL and CARE Ratings. Amit…

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Nashik Adds 30,000 Properties to Tax Roll

NASHIK: The municipal authority has brought approximately 30,000 new properties into the tax system for this financial year. The total registered properties under the Nashik Municipal Corporation have now exceeded 600,000. A civic official indicated that property tax has been applied to these newly identified properties from the current fiscal period. “Property owners have also been requested to pay tax for a minimum of the past two financial years, or from the year construction commenced,” the official stated. “This retrospective assessment has enabled the Nashik Municipal Corporation to generate an additional Rs 30 crore over the past two years. With…

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Maharashtra Cancels NA Tax for Urban Housing, Waives Dues

NAGPUR: The Maharashtra government has abolished the annual non-agricultural (NA) tax imposed on urban housing societies, providing relief to countless flat owners across the state. Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule announced this decision in the Assembly during the Budget Session, following a query from legislator Bhimrao Tapkir. Bawankule stated that all overdue payments and arrears have been canceled. This applies to all urban residential properties, whether they are newly built or older structures. “The previously collected tax and outstanding dues have been scrapped, which will offer significant financial relief to housing societies and apartment owners,” he informed the Assembly. Tapkir highlighted…