Dharavi Evictions Loom Despite ‘Slum to Rehab’ Promises
BENGALURU: Large apartment complexes are typically quick to pay their annual property tax to the Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) when the payment portal opens in April. However, this year’s response in the first two weeks has been surprisingly slow. The confusion arises from unclear definitions and calculations surrounding bulk waste generators, hindering early tax payments. There is ongoing confusion about solid waste management (SWM) charges, especially for apartment complexes that produce over 100 kg of waste per day. Although bulk waste generators can qualify for exemptions, they must declare their status on the property tax portal, which is proving to…
Representative image created by AI NEW DELHI: The New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) is set to revise its policy regarding the allotment of flats and inter-pool housing in Lutyens’ Delhi. During the recent council meeting, it was noted that 10-11 duplex bungalows in Lutyens’ Delhi remain unvacated despite officer transfers, and that flats allocated under the inter-pool policy have not been officially transferred back to the council. The issue was brought to attention by NDMC Vice Chairman Kuljeet Chahal. Meeting minutes revealed that one ex-officio member was unable to occupy a flat months after the council’s formation due to unavailability.…
NEW DELHI: The Uttar Pradesh Real Estate Regulatory Authority (UP-RERA) has filed a first information report (FIR) against A.S.G.I. Properties at the Greater Noida Police Commissionerate, following serious fraud and forgery allegations. The case has been registered under various sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) law, specifically sections 318(4), 338, and 336(3). Complaints received by UP-RERA indicate that the promoter misled allottees and banks regarding the Apple Tower S-2A & S-2B project by submitting a fraudulent order to secure loans. Investigations revealed that no such order was ever issued by UP-RERA. Although a meeting was held on February 24,…