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Lucknow property prices soar 25% with new circle rates

LUCKNOW: Beginning Friday, property prices in Lucknow are set to rise by as much as 25% due to the implementation of revised circle rates. These rates represent the minimum property price used to calculate stamp duty fees. The circle rates have been updated for the first time in a decade, with increases ranging from 15% to 25%, influenced by the property’s location and type. According to Assistant Inspector General of Stamps, Ramesh Chand, the last revision took place in 2015. He noted, “Prices for agricultural land have risen by 15%, while non-agricultural land prices for housing have surged by 20%…

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Lucknow: After 21 Years, Man Still Awaiting LDA Plot Possession

LUCKNOW: Harish Chandra Agarwal has endured a 21-year wait to gain possession of a plot he secured with the Lucknow Development Authority. Although the plot in the Ramnagar Housing Scheme was allotted in 2004, Agarwal’s anticipation remains unfulfilled. Agarwal expressed his discontent during the LDA’s Nagrik Suvidha Diwas on Tuesday. He mentioned that of the 80 plots allotted by the LDA in Ramnagar, only 60 have been handed over. The remaining 20 plots are reportedly encroached upon by a local figure, Prakash Yadav, who has constructed illegal slums on them and continues to collect rent from the residents, as claimed…

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EV Charging Points Required for New Housing Societies in Lucknow

LUCKNOW: All new group housing projects in Lucknow are now required to dedicate 20% of their parking spaces specifically for electric vehicles. These designated slots must include charging points and necessary infrastructure. This initiative is part of the updated building bylaws being implemented under Awas Bandhu to integrate EV infrastructure within the city’s residential developments. “This measure aims to promote low-emission transportation and facilitate the transition to sustainable mobility,” stated a senior official from the Lucknow Development Authority (LDA). Furthermore, the LDA plans to initiate a series of residential projects in areas like Gomti Nagar, Aishbagh, and Basant Kunj. The…

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U.P. RERA Recovers ₹1,410 Crore for Homebuyers

NEW DELHI: The Uttar Pradesh Real Estate Regulatory Authority (UP-RERA) has successfully recovered ₹1,410 crore from 5,700 recovery certificates to date. Of this, ₹861 crore has been collected in 3,053 cases from August 2023 to July 15, 2025, representing a significant 61% of the total recoveries made thus far. Recovery momentum continues to rise, as demonstrated by ₹380 crore recovered in 2023 and ₹463 crore in 2024. Between January 1, 2025, and July 15, 2025, ₹251 crore was recovered across 955 certificates, compared to ₹244 crore during the same period in 2024. Sanjay Bhoosreddy, chairman of UP-RERA, remarked, “This upward…

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300+ PMAY Homes Available in Basant Kunj, Lucknow

Sure, here’s a rewritten version of the content: LUCKNOW: The lottery for distributing 1,000 housing units constructed under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY) as part of the Basant Kunj scheme kicked off on Thursday. The draws are being conducted at Mercury Hall, Indira Gandhi Pratishthan, and will extend into Friday and Saturday, with specific categories allocated for each day. On the first day, 307 applicants received housing allotments in Sector-I of the Basant Kunj scheme. LDA Additional Secretary CP Tripathi reported that allotments for Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Other Backward Classes, Divyangjan, and senior citizens were finalized during Thursday’s…

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Residents upset as Lucknow links waste charge to house tax

LUCKNOW: The introduction of a waste collection fee tied directly to property house tax IDs by the Lucknow Municipal Corporation (LMC) has faced backlash from residents, citing inconsistencies in service delivery across the city. The new monthly fees are set at Rs 50 for properties with an annual tax up to Rs 5,000 and Rs 100 for those exceeding it, now mandated citywide, regardless of service accessibility. While LMC is offering a 10% discount for advance online payments, unpaid fees will be added to the property tax bill, leading to further dissatisfaction. Residents from Manas Vihar, Suggamau, Takrohi, Chinhat, Faizullaganj,…

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Lucknow: New Housing Projects Launching in Banda, Chitrakoot

LUCKNOW: In response to the increasing demand for affordable housing in Bundelkhand, the UP Housing Board (Avas Vikas Parishad) is set to launch two new schemes in Banda and Chitrakoot districts. According to officials, these projects will be located in prime areas, with 90% of the plots allocated for those intending to build their own homes. “A greenfield township is being developed over 338 acres in Banda and 161 acres in Chitrakoot. The housing board has already designated the land and begun acquisition processes,” stated additional housing commissioner Niraj Shukla. The authority estimates that it will require approximately Rs 1,390…

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UP Cabinet Boosts Women: 1% Stamp Duty Discount on Property

LUCKNOW: The Uttar Pradesh Cabinet has approved a 1% discount in stamp duty for properties valued up to Rs 1 crore when registered in a woman’s name. This decision was made during a Cabinet meeting led by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath at Lok Bhavan, as stated by the UP government. A total of 37 proposals were approved during this session. Previously, this exemption was limited to properties worth up to Rs 10 lakh, with a maximum discount of Rs 10,000. The government has now expanded this exemption to include properties valued up to Rs 1 crore. Labour Minister Anil Rajbhar…

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Lucknow Body to e-auction 200 Vacant Residential Plots

Representative Image LUCKNOW: The Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) is set to auction approximately 200 vacant residential plots from various housing schemes throughout the city. The detailed list of available plots has been released on the LDA’s official website, allowing interested individuals to participate in the e-auction process. LDA officials mentioned that these plots are spread across several housing projects, including Basant Kunj, Priyadarshani Colony, the Kanpur Road scheme, Gomtinagar, and the Gomtinagar extension schemes. With sizes ranging from 60 sqmt to 252 sqmt, buyers will have diverse options according to their preferences. The authority has provided comprehensive information regarding each…

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Uttar Pradesh Urban Bodies Start House Tax Recovery Drive

LUCKNOW: In a significant initiative, urban local bodies across the state have commenced efforts to recover outstanding house taxes from property owners. This special drive, which started on July 15, will continue until July 31, during which notices and bills will be sent to those who have yet to settle their dues. In 17 major cities managed by municipal corporations in Uttar Pradesh, over 5.5 million properties will be targeted. These cities generate a large portion of the state’s revenue, which comes from a total of 762 urban local bodies. Additionally, it is estimated that the remaining 199 municipal councils…