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FIRs Planned Against 214 in Gurugram for Illegal Housing & Eateries

GURUGRAM: In a strong move against illegal colonies, unauthorized dhabas, and warehouses, the district town planner has recommended filing 15 FIRs against 214 individuals. Of these, 11 FIRs are proposed against 208 landowners involved in illegal plotting of 23.55 acres, while four additional FIRs target six individuals for constructing unauthorized dhabas and warehouses in restricted areas, according to officials from the district town planning and enforcement (DTPE). The extensive violations are subject to the Haryana Development and Regulation of Urban Areas Act, 1975, and the Punjab Scheduled Roads and Controlled Areas Restriction of Unregulated Development Act, 1963. Amit Madholia, the…

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Pune: Cluster Redevelopment of Wadas Faces Policy and Resident Hurdles

Representative image PUNE: Nearly eight years after its proposal, progress on the cluster development initiative aimed at redeveloping aging wadas and deteriorating buildings in the city has been minimal, according to data from the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC). The topic has resurfaced due to opposition from residents of Lokmanyanagar, a neighborhood with 52 housing societies and over 800 flats. Many buildings, built in the 1960s, are facing issues like cracked walls, irregular water supply, and inadequate drainage systems. Kasba Peth MLA Hemant Rasane commented, “Many properties are suffering due to a lack of response to cluster development. We should explore…

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Karnataka Sets Rules for Layout Approvals on Converted Land

BENGALURU: The Karnataka Department of Rural Development and Panchayat Raj has issued guidelines for the design approval process for layouts on converted lands within gram panchayat limits but outside designated planning areas. As stated, under Section 199(B) of the Karnataka Gram Swaraj and Panchayat Raj (Amendment) Act, 2025, the appropriate authority—either the Gram Panchayat or a government-nominated authority—must secure prior approval from the competent planning authority with jurisdiction over the layout plan. This approval is essential prior to issuing a new ‘khata’ or Property Identification (PID) number for construction-related sites, the statement noted. Developers are mandated to submit an application…

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Andhra Pradesh Fast-Tracks IT Cluster Park in Kadapa

TIRUPATI: The Andhra Pradesh government, which has been promoting Visakhapatnam as the IT and AI capital of the state, is fast-tracking the establishment of an IT cluster park at Kadapa’s district headquarters. Confirming this development to TOI, Kadapa TDP legislator and government whip Reddeppagari Madhavi Reddy noted that a land parcel has already been identified for the proposed IT cluster park at the Kadapa constituency headquarters. “Since coming to power in 2024, the TDP-led NDA government has implemented a decentralized development model. This is evident as different regions in the state are being highlighted as specific hubs: Visakhapatnam as the…

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U.P. CM Tours Noida International Airport

File Photo GAUTAM BUDH NAGAR: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath visited the under-construction Noida International Airport in Jewar on Saturday, where he was assured by officials that all outstanding work would be completed by November 15. The CM evaluated progress on the domestic terminal, the inauguration site, security arrangements, traffic management, and ongoing projects. He also led a meeting with Noida International Airport Limited (NIAL) officials, along with senior administrative and police personnel, to discuss these matters in depth. Describing the Noida International Airport as a testament to Uttar Pradesh’s development, Yogi cautioned officials against any negligence that could impede preparations…

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Chennai Patta Transfers Delayed Despite Digitized Land Records

CHENNAI: While the Survey and Settlement Commissionerate has digitized land records and enabled software integration between revenue and registration departments to facilitate patta transfers, city residents are still experiencing delays. Several applicants report waiting weeks to see title changes in their patta post-registration. Previously, the process for buyers and sellers was tedious, requiring mandatory visits to taluk offices for patta transfers, land measurements, and other services related to land records. Now, the system has transitioned online, significantly reducing the time needed to obtain documents and diminishing opportunities for corruption. Under the updated system, title changes in the patta can occur…

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Uttar Pradesh: STF Busts Man for ₹6 Crore Real Estate Scam

PRAYAGRAJ: On Saturday, the UP Special Task Force (STF) apprehended a man linked to a Rs 6.40 crore fraud involving a real estate company. The suspect, identified as Neeraj Kumar Jaiswal, also known as Sullu, was arrested near the new bridge underpass on the route to Minto Park and Mankameshwar Temple. STF officials indicated that they received intel pointing to Jaiswal hiding in the Kydganj region. A team led by sub-inspector Dharmendra Singh swiftly acted to execute a raid and apprehend him. During interrogation, Jaiswal, a resident of Kashiraj Nagar in Mutthiganj, revealed that he had been an agent for…

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Kolkata’s Sector V to Pay Property Tax via UAA Next Year

KOLKATA: NDITA has submitted its final proposal to the state regarding the implementation of the unit area assessment (UAA) system for property tax collection in Sector V. This draft proposal from NDITA outlines that the property tax for each holding will be calculated by multiplying its annual valuation by the applicable tax percentage set by the government, ensuring that no property tax exceeds 30% of the annual value of land and buildings in the region. An NDITA official shared, “Several modifications have been incorporated into the draft, which has been approved by the valuation board. The completed proposal is now…

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Rajasthan RERA Extends QPR Deadline Amid Tech Issues

JAIPUR: The Rajasthan Real Estate Regulatory Authority (RERA) has extended the deadline for the online submission of Quarterly Progress Reports (QPR) for the period July-September 2025 by one month due to technical issues with its upgraded online platform. Developers can now submit their QPRs until November 30, replacing the original deadline of October 31. RERA has confirmed that no processing fees or penalties will be imposed for submissions made during the extended period. Advocate Mitesh Rathore stated, “This extension was necessary due to IT technical problems, and it aims to ensure compliance without penalizing promoters who are affected by these…

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₹3 Crore PMAY 2.0 Approved for 117 Families in Una, Himachal

UNA: Financial assistance amounting to approximately Rs 3 crore has been sanctioned for 117 eligible families in Una, Himachal Pradesh, as part of the second phase of the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Urban) 2.0, an official announced on Saturday. Each beneficiary is set to receive Rs 2.5 lakh in four installments upon the completion of their construction work, according to Manoj Kumar, Joint Commissioner of Una Municipal Corporation. The official urged beneficiaries to commence construction without delay, abide by the scheme’s guidelines, and ensure that the work is completed within a year. Eligible families may also apply through the unified…