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Bengaluru: BDA’s Empty Promises Frustrate KG Layout Residents

Representative Image BENGALURU: Despite repeated appeals and reassurances from the Bangalore Development Authority (BDA) Commissioner and Chairman, as well as visits from Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar and the Legislative Assembly’s Petition Committee, site owners at Nadaprabhu Kempegowda Layout (NPKL) are still facing unresolved issues. The persistent problems with infrastructure became evident once more when heavy rains transformed several areas into muddy, impassable zones. A poignant image of an autorickshaw driver struggling to free his vehicle from the mud has come to symbolize residents’ frustrations. Locals reported that the driver was transporting a family member to a nearby hospital when…

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CapitaLand India to invest ₹1,300 crore for 2.6 million sq ft FY26

NEW DELHI: CapitaLand Investment India (CLI India) is refining its capital markets and portfolio strategy in India. In an exclusive conversation with ETRealty, CEO Sanjeev Dasgupta discusses the company’s exploration of InvIT structures for its logistics and data center platforms, while maintaining office assets within the Singapore-listed CapitaLand vehicle to streamline investor interests. Notably, he notes that with five REITs and around 50 InvITs in India, the market is expanding. However, he emphasizes that any new India REIT should ideally commence near the US$1 billion threshold and chart a distinct growth trajectory. Dasgupta points to robust demand trends for FY25,…

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Karnataka HC: Building Plans Must Meet Norms for Approval

BENGALURU: The Karnataka High Court has determined that the regulations applicable to building plan approvals are those in effect at the time of sanction, not at the initial application submission. A single-judge bench, led by Justice Suraj Govindaraj, dismissed a writ petition filed by a property developer who contested the rejection of his building plan by municipal authorities. The developer asserted that his application should adhere to the norms that existed prior to subsequent amendments to the building by-laws. The court rejected this argument, clarifying that the mere act of applying does not confer any vested rights to the applicant.…

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Bengaluru Authority Creates Ward-Level Plan to Cut Emissions

Representative AI image BENGALURU: The Greater Bengaluru Authority’s Climate Action Cell (CAC) is developing a ward-level climate action plan for Bengaluru. As part of this initiative, 10 wards across five city corporations will be selected, and a specific ward climate action plan (WCAP) will be created for each. These plans will offer a comprehensive overview of current environmental conditions, primary challenges, potential solutions, and a prioritized list of actions to ensure effective execution. The CAC is forming a working group to spearhead this project. According to the recent stakeholder meeting, this group will provide technical and sectoral expertise, assist with…

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Tax and Stamp Cess for Bengaluru Business Corridor Costs

BENGALURU: The state government will impose a betterment tax and a 1% stamp duty cess on properties near the 117km-long Bengaluru Business Corridor (BBC) to recover project costs. The Bangalore Development Authority (BDA) will oversee the complete construction, with funds collected going towards repaying a Rs 27,000-crore loan from HUDCO. Documents from TOI indicate that the government expects the BBC to elevate land values in the vicinity, therefore, a 1,000-meter impact zone will be established for taxation purposes. “Given that the project’s influence will be more pronounced within the first 500 meters from the road, a betterment levy in accordance…

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BHIVE Workspace Leases 100K+ Sq Ft in Bellandur

Representative image NEW DELHI: BHIVE Workspace, a provider of co-working and managed office spaces, has leased over 100,000 square feet for a new center at Sattva Premia, Bellandur, Bengaluru. Shesh Rao Paplikar, founder & CEO of the company, stated, “The new Grade A center strengthens our position in Bengaluru’s business corridor and enhances accessibility and connectivity via HSR and the upcoming Blue Line metro.” The center, which has been leased from Sattva, can accommodate more than 2,000 seats and is designed to meet the rising demand from corporates, enterprises, and Global Capability Centers. Published On Oct 16, 2025 at 04:00…

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Mahindra Logistics Secures 4.75 Lakh Sq Ft Warehouse in Kolkata

Mahindra Logistics Ltd, part of the Mahindra Group’s logistics and supply chain services, has secured over 4.75 lakh sq ft of warehousing space in Howrah district, near Kolkata, through a long-term lease. This transaction is one of the largest logistics leases in eastern India in recent years. The new lease agreement is for a warehouse in Subharara, Howrah, commencing on April 1, 2025, with a duration of 9 years and 9 months. The monthly rental cost for the space is Rs 97.72 lakh, equating to Rs 20.60 per sq ft. Additionally, a security deposit of Rs 2.93 crore is included,…

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Kolte-Patil Q2 FY26 Pre-Sales Fall 13% to ₹670 Crore

NEW DELHI: Kolte-Patil Developers Ltd has reported a 13% decline in sales bookings, amounting to Rs 670 crore for Q2 of this fiscal year, attributed to reduced area sold amidst declining demand in the Indian residential sector. In the same period last year, sales bookings were ₹770 crore. According to a regulatory filing from the Pune-based firm, sales volumes fell by 17%, totaling 0.86 million square feet in the July-September quarter compared to 1.03 million square feet the previous year. In the first half of the fiscal year, the company’s sales bookings decreased by 13% to Rs 1,286 crore, down…

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Bengaluru Offers One-Time Scheme for B-Khata to A-Khata Conversion

BENGALURU: The Greater Bengaluru Authority revealed a ‘one-time settlement’ initiative on Wednesday, permitting all B-khata properties within its jurisdiction to apply for conversion to A-khata. A-khata refers to legitimate properties sanctioned by government planning agencies like the Bangalore Development Authority (BDA). In contrast, B-khata, often termed as ‘bogus khata’, applies to properties constructed without official approval. According to GBA Chief Commissioner M Maheshwar Rao, “This one-time settlement grants all B-khata property owners a chance to apply for ‘single plot’ approval from the city corporations, leading to automatic conversion to A-khata.” He specified that B-khata flats or multi-storey units are not…

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Godrej Properties buys 26 acres of land in Bengaluru

Representative AI image NEW DELHI: Godrej Properties (GPL) has acquired a 26-acre land parcel in South Bengaluru, near Sarjapur Road. Gaurav Pandey, MD & CEO, remarked, “As Bengaluru solidifies its reputation as one of India’s most vibrant real estate markets, the Sarjapur Road corridor emerges as a pivotal growth zone in the city’s urban landscape.” GPL intends to develop a premium residential project on this land, projecting a revenue potential of ₹1,100 crore. Published On Oct 15, 2025 at 08:37 AM IST Join a community of over 2 million industry professionals. Subscribe to our Newsletter for the latest insights &…