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Karnataka Housing Board Plans 593-Acre Project Near Foxconn

Representative image BENGALURU: The Karnataka Housing Board (KHB) has announced plans to acquire 593 acres of land near Devanahalli for a significant project, targeting regions experiencing rapid growth from substantial industrial investments, including the Foxconn manufacturing site. The proposal encompasses land in Vishwanathapura, Beerasandra, Shyanappanahalli, and Vajarahalli villages in Kundana hobli, Devanahalli taluk, Bengaluru Rural district. Officials indicated that the initiative aims to meet increasing residential demand spurred by swift urbanization and industrial expansion in the area. This notification, issued last week under the Land Acquisition Act, allows a 60-day period for landowners and interested parties to submit objections and…

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Over 99% E-Khata Applications Approved: Bengaluru Authority Data

BENGALURU: The Greater Bengaluru Authority’s e-Khata initiative has demonstrated exceptional administrative performance, with over 99% of applications processed across the city, as per corporation-wise data from January 7. In total, five city corporations received 9.1 lakh applications, with approximately 9 lakh already approved. The West city corporation recorded the highest volume of applications at 2.7 lakh, followed closely by the South with 2 lakh. Officials noted that the higher backlog in these areas was directly related to the volume of applications received. Delays predominantly stemmed from mutation processing, which constituted more than 90% of pending cases citywide. The West region…

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Bengaluru body demolishes ‘illegal’ homes in Saraipalya

Representative AI image BENGALURU: On Thursday around 6 AM, residents of Saraipalya in Thanisandra, north Bengaluru, were awakened by the sound of heavy machinery demolishing their homes. The Bangalore Development Authority (BDA) executed the demolition on survey numbers 28/1 and 28/2 of Thanisandra village. BDA superintendent K Lakshmi Ganesh informed TOI that approximately 22 “illegal” structures across two acres were taken down, including nine godowns, a car garage, and a furniture shed. Around 12 families were living in the sheds, which are on land designated as BDA property. However, locals reported that over 60 structures were demolished. When questioned about…

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Sumadhura Group invests ₹1,000 crore in 6 Bengaluru projects

NEW DELHI: Sumadhura Group has invested ₹1,000 crore to develop six residential projects across East and North Bengaluru by FY26. Madhusudhan G, the company’s Chairman and Managing Director, stated: “Bengaluru’s residential market remains strong due to rising demand in key growth areas and an increasing preference for luxury living.” The residential developments encompass Folium by Sumadhura- Phase 4 in Whitefield, Sumadhura Edition at Panathur, Sumadhura Solace on Marathahalli Main Road, Thubarahalli, Solea by Sumadhura in Rachenahalli, and Sumadhura Panorama Phase 2 at Devanahalli in North Bengaluru. These projects have a combined revenue potential of ₹10,000 crore and over eight million…

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Karnataka Cabinet Clears A-Khata for B-Khata in Illegal Layouts

BENGALURU: The Karnataka Cabinet has approved the issuance of A-khata certificates for B-khata properties situated in unauthorized layouts within urban local body jurisdictions, as announced by Minister H K Patil. During the post-cabinet meeting briefing, Patil outlined that this decision mirrors a previous resolution concerning B-khata properties in the region. He clarified that properties in officially sanctioned layouts receive A-khata, while B-khata properties exist in layouts lacking such endorsements. “The cabinet has sanctioned the granting of A-khata to sites and buildings, including apartments and flats, that currently possess B-khata in layouts formed without the necessary approvals from competent authorities, within…

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Karnataka Probes Infosys Land Sale for E-Khata Bypass

Karnataka’s revenue authorities have initiated an investigation into recent plot sale transactions, including one between Infosys and real estate developer Puravankara. The inquiry aims to identify any procedural deviations and determine subsequent actions. Revenue Minister Krishna Byre Gowda stated, “We have decided to expand the probe into transactions statewide,” in an interview with RealtyDailyNews. Inspector General of Registration (IGR) Mullai Muhilan has initiated this review following the discovery that five sub-registrars did not adhere to regulations. The authorities now mandate the submission of an e-khata, the digital version of a property’s official record, for property registration. The Kaveri 2.0 portal…

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Bengaluru Body Shifts to Apartment Projects for Land Efficiency

BENGALURU: The Bangalore Development Authority (BDA) is shifting its focus towards apartment developments over large plotted layouts, emphasizing enhanced land-use efficiency in urban areas. This shift raises concerns about the future of the BDA’s traditional housing model centered around plots. According to officials, projects comprising apartments facilitate quicker housing delivery and prevent land fragmentation. “While discussions are ongoing and we don’t anticipate an abrupt change, there will be a noticeable trend towards apartments for more efficient land use. Basic housing needs should not always mean a 30×40 plot. We are conscious of the demand for plots, but our priority remains…

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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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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.…