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GoM sticks to GST framework for real estate amid ongoing discussions

Author : PNT Bureau
The Group of Ministers (GoM) within the GST Council met in Goa to discuss the real estate sector's tax structure, particularly joint development agreements (JDAs). Most members oppose tax relief, advocating for the current rates. The GoM also confirmed no additional exemptions for long-term land leases and discussed affordable housing definitions and construction service taxability. Further analysis on land value for construction services is required, with the next meeting set for October 25....
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Telangana reveals ambitious INR4,000 crore plan to boost MSME growth with new 2024 policy

Author : PNT Bureau
The Telangana government has launched the Telangana MSME Policy 2024 with an INR4,000 crore investment over the next five years to boost the state's Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) sector. The policy focuses on six key areas, including land accessibility, finance, raw materials, labor market flexibility, technology adoption, and market access. It aims to establish 25,000 new MSMEs, promote green technologies, and increase e-commerce penetration. By prioritizing procurement from SC/ST and women-owned businesses, the policy positions Telangana as a leading MSME hub in India....
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Greater Chennai Corporation plans fresh survey after delaying action for 387 unsafe buildings

Author : PNT Bureau
The Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) has yet to take action on 387 dilapidated buildings identified in a 2022 survey with the Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority (CMDA). Despite issuing notices to 100 structures, no demolitions have taken place, leaving dangerous buildings with exposed reinforcements and cracked roofs across areas like Anna Nagar, Ambattur, and George Town. Many of these buildings still house residents, complicating efforts due to ongoing litigations between owners and builders. Under the 2020 Tamil Nadu Urban Local Body Rules, the GCC is required to conduct structural stability assessments. Officials said a fresh survey of dilapidated buildings is expected to begin soon....
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NGT addresses environmental concerns with DDA's Kusumpur Pahadi rehabilitation project

Author : PNT Bureau
The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has asked the Centre, Delhi's Lieutenant Governor, and other authorities to respond to concerns about the Kusumpur Pahadi rehabilitation scheme by the Delhi Development Authority (DDA). The project aims to build 2,800 homes on nearly 19 acres of land currently housing slum dwellers. However, since this area is part of the Aravali Biodiversity Park, a protected green zone, concerns have been raised about its environmental impact. The NGT stressed that the project's effects on the environment need to be carefully reviewed....
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Andhra Pradesh High Court upholds demolition of illegal constructions in CRZ

Author : PNT Bureau
The Andhra Pradesh High Court refused to stay the demolitions being carried out by the Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation (GVMC) in the coastal regulation zone (CRZ-1) area near Bheemunipatnam. The court directed the GVMC to not yield to political pressure and ensure the removal of all illegal constructions from the ecologically sensitive area. The court had earlier ordered the GVMC to take action against illegal constructions following a public interest litigation (PIL) petition. The court rejected the arguments of the senior counsel, who claimed the construction was done with due permission in the CRZ-2 area....
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Dharani Committee suggests reforms for land governance and portal data integrity

Author : PNT Bureau
The Dharani committee has called for a third-party audit of the Dharani portal to investigate allegations of unauthorized changes since its 2020 launch, including discrepancies in property records. Comprising land experts and officials, the committee proposed 32 measures for land governance reform, including renaming the portal to Bhumatha and introducing a new Right of Records Act. It emphasized establishing local oversight and a community paralegal program to assist farmers, while recommending the use of youth for land verification and the organization of village revenue courts to address grievances....
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DDA extends deadline for final installment of Dwarka flats amid ongoing complaints

Author : PNT Bureau
The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) has extended the deadline for the final 25% installment payment for 1,800 high-end flats in Dwarka Sector 19B from August 31 to September 30. This extension follows buyer requests for more time and delays due to unfinished work on the flats. Complaints from buyers highlight issues with infrastructure, including inadequate utilities, security, and unfinished construction. Some buyers are concerned about moving in before key facilities are operational, while others question the early collection of maintenance fees....
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AMC demolishes 23 illegal structures in Fatehwadi, continues crackdown on unauthorized constructions

Author : PNT Bureau
The Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) took significant action earlier this month by demolishing 23 illegal structures in the Fatehwadi area of Sarkhej, which included 22 residential buildings and one commercial property. These followed notices issued for a total of 51 illegal units across the region. After individuals responsible for the constructions petitioned the Gujarat High Court, the court initially granted a status quo but later ordered the petitioners to remove the structures voluntarily. With the petitioners failing to comply, the AMC proceeded with the demolition, emphasizing its commitment to enforcing urban regulations and maintaining compliance with building laws....
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GCZMA orders the demolition of illegal constructions in Anjuna's no-development zone

Author : PNT Bureau
The Goa Coastal Zone Management Authority (GCZMA) has ordered the demolition of illegal constructions in Anjuna, including a swimming pool, multiple buildings and a compound wall, all built unlawfully in a no-development zone. Despite the violator's claims that the structures were on a hill and not subject to Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) rules, the GCZMA clarified that these regulations apply universally, regardless of topography. Activist Kashinath Shetye reported that the violator had been delaying demolition since 2017, and the GCZMA's firm action highlights its commitment to enforcing CRZ norms and protecting coastal ecosystems from unregulated development....
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Gujarat RERA to alter rules regarding quarterly progress report submissions

Author : PNT Bureau
Gujarat Real Estate Regulatory will soon alter the rule related to quarterly progress report submission for real estate projects. The new updated rule will include a penalty between INR 400 to INR 1000 per day, depending on the size of the project. The previous mechanism where if a developer fails to submit QPR, the project quarter automatically gets locked will be discontinued. This will encourage timely submissions by developers and guarantee transparency to homebuyers. A source told the media, the authority is planning to enhance the rules for easy navigation of developers....
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