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Karnataka Eases Setback Rules for Small Bengaluru Plots

Representative Image BENGALURU: A pivotal move to reshape home construction in Bengaluru was announced by the government on Monday, introducing modifications to longstanding building regulations for smaller residential plots. This adjustment alleviates certain burdensome rules that have affected property owners for years. The Urban Development Department (UDD) has revised the 2015 master plan to amend setback regulations for residential buildings on plots up to 4,000 square meters. As part of this new framework, the UDD has customized setback requirements based on plot size. For plots measuring 60 square meters (20x30ft), the front setback has been reduced to 0.7 meters, with…

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Supreme Court: More FAR in Bengaluru will worsen civic issues

NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court raised concerns on Monday regarding the Karnataka government’s approval of Premium Floor Area Ratio (PFAR) for construction. This decision could facilitate the erection of multistoried buildings on narrow 9-metre-wide roads in Bengaluru, exacerbating the city’s already strained civic amenities. A bench comprising CJI Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi expressed, “Allowing PFAR would enable construction on narrow roads. Builders may entice flat buyers with appealing offers, but what about civic amenities? While increased FAR might be justifiable in newly developed areas, granting such permissions in established residential zones would strain these amenities. What happens to…

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Runwal Enterprises buys 200 acres in Alibaug for ₹20,000 crore

Here’s a revised version of the content: — Representative AI image Real estate developer Runwal Enterprises has secured a 200-acre land parcel in the coastal town of Alibaug, situated near Mumbai. This acquisition is part of a ₹20,000 crore integrated township project authorized under the Maharashtra Regional and Town Planning (MR&TP) Act of 1966, which regulates large-scale and mixed-use developments in the region. Led by Subodh Runwal, the firm aims to roll out a project that incorporates both residential and commercial facets. Plans include a five-star hotel and social amenities like a golf course, subject to compliance with planning regulations…

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India’s Office Market Sees 61M sq ft Net Absorption in 2025

NEW DELHI: India’s office market achieved its best performance ever in 2025, with net absorption reaching 61.4 million sq ft, a 25% increase compared to the previous year, according to a report by Cushman & Wakefield. Bengaluru topped the absorption figures at 14.4 million sq ft, representing 23% of total demand. Delhi NCR followed with 10.9 million sq ft (18%). Other cities, such as Mumbai (9.6 million sq ft), Hyderabad (9.1 million sq ft), Pune (8.2 million sq ft), and Chennai (7.0 million sq ft), also showed robust leasing activity. Kolkata and Ahmedabad recorded net absorptions of 1.4 million sq…

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Jaipur: LSG to Request Demolition Costs for 20 Chomu Buildings

Representative AI image JAIPUR: A significant demolition operation took place on Friday, targeting 20 buildings near a mosque in Chomu town. The local self-governance department plans to issue recovery notices to the owners of these demolished structures to cover the costs incurred during the demolition. This action was prompted by allegations of the owners’ involvement in stone-pelting incidents on the night of December 25-26. A senior official from the local self-governance department stated on Saturday, “Typically, recovery notices are issued by the Jaipur Development Authority (JDA) and the Jaipur Municipal Corporation (JMC) in such cases. This process ensures that errant…

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Five Sub-Registrars Suspended for 1,332 Illegal Registrations

BENGALURU: The state government has revealed a significant property registration scam linked to its e-khata system, resulting in the suspension of five sub-registrars. This comes after officials discovered fraudulent registrations of approximately 1,332 properties over a one-year span from December 6, 2024, to December 5, 2025. The Department of Stamps and Registrations has suspended the officials due to their alleged involvement in misusing the Kaveri 2.0 portal, failing to import essential e-khata details from the e-swathu software, and illegally registering sale deeds. Those suspended include Ravi Sankana Gouda, N. Satish Kumar, Sridhar (first division assistant-in-charge sub-registrar), Girish Chandra, and R.…

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Noida Authority Forms Panel to Resolve Sub-Lease Backlog

NOIDA: On Saturday, the Noida Authority board approved an eight-member committee to tackle the longstanding issue of non-registration of tripartite sub-lease deeds. This committee, chaired by the additional chief executive officer (group housing) of Noida, is responsible for analyzing the challenges associated with the non-registration of these sub-lease deeds and providing recommendations to resolve them, while ensuring the financial interests of the authority are protected. Officials indicated that the panel’s recommendations could lead to a standardized policy for regularizing sub-lease registrations in ongoing cooperative housing cases across Noida. The decision was influenced by ongoing challenges encountered by flat owners—both current…

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Kerala’s Policy Shift Will Legalize Land-Use Violations

Representative Image THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Recent years have seen land-use violations in Idukki—previously considered serious enough for court action—shift to the focus of a significant policy change. What’s particularly notable is that these cases were investigated using public funds, with district officials, revenue personnel, and law enforcement dedicating years to identify violations, issue stop orders, and defend their actions in court. Now, those same violations face potential retroactive approval under a new standard operating procedure, effectively undermining years of administrative diligence. Documents submitted to the Kerala High Court by the Idukki district administration in 2023 indicate that these violations were neither isolated…

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Dubai Beckons Flexible Office Providers and Fund Houses

Indian businesses are increasingly opting for Dubai as a destination for expansion. Notable investments have been made by flexible workspace provider CorporatEdge and fund management firm Nisus Finance Services Company Limited. The city’s investor-friendly policies, tax-exempt environment, and Golden Visa program enhance its appeal. This makes Dubai an attractive option for Indian companies seeking global growth and investment opportunities.

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Bengaluru body urges Gunjur society to form RWA in a week

BENGALURU: Residents of a Bangalore Development Authority (BDA) apartment complex in Gunjur, Mahadevapura Assembly Constituency, were shocked to receive a notice requiring them to establish a Residents’ Welfare Association (RWA) within a week. The notice, dated December 23, 2025, warned that the BDA would cease maintenance of the complex starting January 1, 2026. Residents must inform the Assistant Executive Engineer (Housing) by December 28, 2025, about their plan to form the RWA. Residents express concern over unfinished construction, including an incomplete compound wall, broken lifts, and unresolved maintenance issues. “Some lifts have been out of service, and the contracted maintenance…