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Karnataka bans conversion of plots under five guntas for farming

BENGALURU: The government has banned the conversion of land use for agricultural plots of five guntas or less, citing misuse of family partition rules. In a circular issued last month, the land survey department instructed deputy commissioners to identify such plots upon receiving land use conversion applications and to forward the files to deputy directors of land documents for further processing. The initiative follows the observation of a trend where landowners split farmland into smaller parcels, typically below 5 guntas, for easier registration, eventually selling them as revenue sites for profit. Many landowners sought permission to convert these small parcels…

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Homebuyers in Bengaluru Face Legal Woes Over Illegal Mortgage

BENGALURU: The illegal or undisclosed mortgaging of land related to apartment projects is raising alarms in the city, putting homebuyers at risk of enduring legal battles and financial instability. One notable case on Anekal-Chandapura Road sees residents of a 384-flat complex struggling for ownership rights after the developer allegedly mortgaged the land and several units without informing the buyers. According to an advocate actively engaged in the matter, “Under property regulations, when apartments are sold, the land and common areas should be handed over to a cooperative society or an association of apartment owners. However, governance shortcomings and delays in…

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Karnataka Launches AI Kaveri 3.0 and GIS Land System in Budget 2026

NEW DELHI: Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah revealed new initiatives on Friday aimed at digitizing land records, streamlining property registration, and enhancing housing and infrastructure in the 2026-27 state Budget. The state plans to unify various land and property data through the Karnataka Land-Stack system, a GIS-based platform merging information from Bhoomi, Mojini, Kaveri, e-Swathu, and e-Asthi. This integrated database aims to deliver a consolidated digital record of land transactions, enhancing transparency in land management. The government will also introduce Kaveri 3.0, a new version of its property registration software, with an investment of ₹65 crore. This updated platform will facilitate…

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Karnataka CM: Goal is to Make Bengaluru World’s Most Liveable City

BENGALURU: On Friday, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah unveiled several initiatives aimed at transforming Bengaluru into the “world’s most liveable city.” During the presentation of the 2026-27 Budget, he indicated that the five City Corporations under the Greater Bengaluru Authority will leverage their balance sheets to issue ‘Municipal Bonds’ for development activities. “Bengaluru is not just a city; it embodies numerous aspirations. From Nadaprabhu Kempegowda’s administration to the ongoing start-up boom, the city has preserved its distinctive identity. Our goal is to enhance Bengaluru into the world’s most liveable city,” Siddaramaiah stated. The Chief Minister announced that the development of ward…

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Karnataka CM Advocates ‘Balanced’ Development in 2026 Budget

BENGALURU: In a historic 17th budget presented in the Assembly on Friday, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah proposed a social media ban for children under 16. The budget also includes plans for school modernization, completion of water projects such as the Mekedatu reservoir, which has faced opposition from Tamil Nadu, and a major infrastructure initiative for Bengaluru. With a total budget outlay of Rs 4,48,004 crore, he emphasized a development strategy that harmonizes welfare programs with infrastructure investments for long-term economic change, giving rise to a unique Karnataka-specific economic framework dubbed the “11G model.” Key announcements in the budget encompass filling…

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IISc Study Reveals Groundwater Crisis in Bengaluru; BWSSB Plans ₹10 Crore Summer Response

File Photo BENGALURU: A concerning decline in groundwater levels has been reported across 65 wards in Bengaluru’s western and northern corporation limits. In response, the city’s water supply authority has developed a ₹10 crore plan to address potential water shortages during the summer months. A collaborative study by the Indian Institute of Science and various groundwater agencies has highlighted an imminent groundwater crisis as Bengaluru braces for another hot summer characterized by high temperatures and increased water demands. Officials from the Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB) noted that the report, generated using AI analytics and IoT-based groundwater monitoring…

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Karnataka HC: Property Buyer Has Right to Khata Transfer

BENGALURU: A recent ruling by the high court confirms that an individual who acquires property through the asset reconstruction law has the right to request the transfer of its khata in their name. Justice Suraj Govindaraj emphasized that sales under the Securitization and Reconstruction of Financial Assets and Enforcement of Security Interest (SARFAESI) Act, along with the issuance of a certificate, carry a presumption of regularity. This decision comes in response to a petition by Nagabhushana, a resident of Hassan. Nagabhushana bought a flat located at P&T Colony, Sanjaynagar, Bengaluru, from SV Naresh, who was the successful bidder in an…

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Embassy REIT Buys 0.3M Sq Ft Office in Bengaluru for ₹852 Cr

NEW DELHI: Embassy Office Parks REIT has acquired a 0.3 million sq ft office property in Bengaluru’s Embassy GolfLinks Business Park for ₹852 crore. The acquisition was finalized through purchasing Eleanor Realty Holdings India, the owner and operator of the commercial building ‘Pinehurst’ within the integrated business park. This grade-A office asset is fully leased to a global investment firm. According to the company, the transaction was made at a discount compared to the average valuation given by two independent valuers. Pwc acted as the financial and tax due diligence advisor for the transaction, while Trilegal handled title diligence. S&R…

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Defaulters Pay ₹27 Lakh in Property Tax Before Bengaluru Auction

BENGALURU: Following the announcement of an auction for defaulters’ properties by the Greater Bengaluru Authority’s South city corporation, approximately 14 property owners in Bommanahalli hastily settled their long-standing dues, leading to a recovery of over ₹27 lakh. The impending threat of public auction seems to be motivating defaulters to pay off their arrears prior to bidding on their properties. This comes on the heels of seven properties being successfully sold in a recent auction held by the East and North city corporations. All five city corporations are moving forward with auctions targeting top tax defaulters as a final attempt to…

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HC Orders Reinspection of Stormwater Drains near Apartments

BENGALURU: The high court has instructed the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP), now known as the GBA, to reassess lands in Gubbalala village, Bengaluru South taluk, where two apartment complexes are located. This comes after a government-commissioned expert committee reported encroachments into stormwater drains. In his ruling, Justice R Nataraj stated that if the petitioners suggest an alternative drain alignment, the GBA must review it to ensure the unobstructed flow of water into Subramanyapura Lake, while also considering the interests of adjacent landowners. The judge added that should the petitioners fail to submit an alignment proposal within 15 days from…