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Hans India
a day ago
- Business
- Hans India
Shivakumar flays BJP over GST notices, urges withdrawal
Bengaluru: Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has strongly criticised the BJP for issuing GST notices to small traders, saying, 'The BJP is trying to rub the banana peel on our nose after eating the banana themselves.' He made these remarks while speaking to the media near his residence in Sadashivanagar on Monday. Shivakumar clarified that the Central BJP government had, in 2019, set the annual turnover limit at ₹40 lakh and had directed all state governments to comply with this rule. 'The BJP should withdraw these harassing measures. Small traders including vegetable vendors, fruit sellers, tender coconut sellers, and flower sellers are now being targeted. Over 14,000 traders have already received notices,' he stated. He further added that Congress leader Rahul Gandhi had earlier voiced strong opposition to the GST structure, and that Chief Minister Siddaramaiah would be holding discussions with officials to explore ways to help the affected people. When asked if the state government would write to the Centre, Shivakumar confirmed, 'Definitely. Ours is the state that pays the highest GST in the country. Yet, our small and middle-class traders are being harassed. Justice must be ensured.' Responding to the PIL filed regarding the formation of five new municipal corporations under the Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA), he said, 'Anyone can raise objections – that's their right. If there are any mistakes, we'll rectify them. The government is committed to forming five municipal corporations in Bengaluru. We have already discussed the matter with BJP leaders and formed a Joint Legislative Committee. People can continue to submit their objections if they wish, but many are doing it for political reasons. We are doing this in Bengaluru's interest.' He also mentioned that a press conference will be held in the next couple of days to provide clarity on matters like A Khata, B Khata, e-Khata campaigns, tax reforms, and civic administration plans. When questioned about the formation of a Special Investigation Team (SIT), Shivakumar said, 'There are both supporters and critics of the SIT decision. The Home Minister is handling the matter and senior officials have been appointed to the SIT. The truth will come out after a thorough investigation.' Reacting to the opposition's claims that the SIT was formed to divert attention, he said, 'Whatever we do, the BJP finds a reason to oppose it. The media amplified the issue, and we respect the media's role in a democracy. Ensuring justice is a shared responsibility between the government and the press.' He confirmed that he and the Chief Minister will visit Delhi on July 25 and said that he does not have more details regarding Congress leader Randeep Surjewala's visit.
The Hindu
10-07-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
AAP demands streamlining of process to issue e-Asthi certificates and B Khata
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) members have demanded streamlining of the process of issuing e-Asthi certificates and B Khata by government agencies. Officers of the Belagavi City Corporation, which is the nodal agency for issuing e-Asthi (e-Khata) certificates, should take immediate action to simplify, streamline and ensure transparency in the process. Members of the public are suffering from procedural hassles in the issue of e-Asthi and B Khatas. The current process has become increasingly cumbersome and inconsistent causing undue hardship to property owners, party leaders told reporters in Belagavi on Wednesday. Their demands are: residents with valid CTS numbers and tax-paid receipts should not be burdened with excessive documentation, property supported by Form No 2 must be issued e-Asthi certificate promptly and without delay, documentation required for e-Asthi certificate in Belagavi must align with that of BBMP in Bengaluru, requests for outdated or impractical documents — such as building permissions, layout plans and completion certificates, particularly for old properties — must be discontinued, gift deeds, release deeds and registered wills must be accepted as valid legal documentation for e-Asthi certificate, the procedure should be standardised, a public notice should be issued to clarify the process and eliminate confusions, deadlines should not be arbitrary, applications must be processed within a defined timeframe and in case of rejections, applicants must be informed of the reasons and guided to the officer concerned for resolution or appeal. The CCB commissioner should issue official advertisements — similar to those by BBMP in Bengaluru — to explain the process and eligibility and officials should communicate with the public clearly, they said. AAP district president Vijay L. Patil and party leaders Abdul Tabvaf Shaikh, Sonia Dsouza, Junaid Pasha and others were present.
Time of India
06-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
MCC to conduct e-Khata abhiyan every Friday
Mysuru: The Mysuru City Corporation (MCC) announced an e-Khata abhiyan every Friday between 3pm and 6pm to ensure that the public do not face any challenges in obtaining the services. This comes amid public outrage over the delay in issuing the e-Khatas due to various technical glitches, especially server and login-related issues, from the first week of June. There are around 1.7 lakh properties in the MCC limits, and till June 3, around 45,000 e-Khatas were issued. "We have set a target of issuing at least 1 lakh e-Khatas by the end of this financial year," explained Shaikh Tanveer Asif, MCC commissioner. He informed that the city corporation is working towards ensuring that citizens get e-Khatas hassle-free. "Complaints against delay in the delivery of services are taken seriously," he said. Meanwhile, the public and real estate stakeholders are upset with the delay in the issuing of e-Khatas, citing technical issues by the civic agencies in and around Mysuru for the last four weeks. They point out that the delay in issuing the e-Khatas on time has brought the real estate sector to a standstill. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Providers are furious: Internet access without a subscription! Techno Mag Learn More Undo According to the public, the real challenge is poor preparedness. "The statements by the officials at Bengaluru are not reaching the officials working at the revenue offices. They are clueless about the modifications in the rules. If we pressurise them to issue the e-Khata in a time-bound manner, they cite server issues as the reason for the delay," said Sundar Rajan, a resident from Basaveshwara Road. "The situation is even more problematic in other urban bodies around the city. The state govt must train the employees about the rules. Govt must ensure that all the changes in the rule reach the officials on the ground," he said. Confederation of Real Estate Developers' Associations of India (CREDAI) Mysuru chapter president Shrihari D, and BS Prashanth, president of Federation of Organisations and Associations of Mysuru (FOAM), said getting an e-Khata for a property has become a herculean task, and they raised the issue with the agencies concerned. "Those who want to sell their properties urgently are facing a lot of challenges in getting the e-Khata. The real estate sector virtually became standstill due to the delay in the issuing of the e-Khatas," said Prashanth.
Hindustan Times
01-07-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Bengaluru real estate: From July 1, e-Khata mandatory for all BBMP properties. Have you got yours?
Karnataka deputy chief minister D K Shivakumar has said that over 5.34 lakh properties have so far been brought under the ongoing e-Khata drive, aimed at digitising property records and ensuring transparency in property ownership. Bengaluru real estate: From July 1, e-Khata will be mandatory for all properties under BBMP. Owners must update their records as part of the ongoing digitisation drive. (Photo for representational purposes only)(Pexels) Taking to X, Shivakumar, who is also the Bengaluru Development and Town Planning and Bengaluru Urban District In-charge minister, said that from July 1, the eKhata drive brings property digitisation right to your doorstep. He said so far 5.34 lakh properties have already been covered and 25 lakh are to benefit from the drive. He had said earlier that 'No citizen should have to pay a bribe to obtain their property records. This government has come to your doorstep to protect your property.' Shivakumar had highlighted that property records across BBMP limits are being scanned, verified, and updated. 'Just like Aadhaar gives a unique identity to individuals, we will assign a unique identifier to every property,' he said. He had also announced that the e-Khata campaign will run through July, covering all BBMP wards. Officers and staff will assist residents through ward-level e-Khata melas being held across Bengaluru. What is an e-Khata? An e-Khata is the digital version of a property's Khata certificate, a legal document that records details such as the property owner's name, size, location, tax assessment, and more. It is essential for property-related transactions, obtaining building permits, and paying property tax. The digital Khata system was launched in October 2024. How to get an e-Khata: Visit your BBMP ward office during the ongoing e-Khata mela. Property owners without a Khata can now generate one by accessing the official E-Aasthi portal To obtain a khata, property owners simply need to upload essential documents, including their Aadhaar number, sale or registered deed number, a recent property photograph, and an Encumbrance Certificate After entering property details, homeowners must upload ownership and tax records, verify the location using an interactive map, and complete Aadhaar eKYC to confirm their identity and address. Officers will verify the records, correct discrepancies, and issue a digitally signed e-Khata certificate. You will receive an SMS or email once it is ready. Also Read: E-Khata mandatory for all building plan approvals in Bengaluru from July 1: BBMP From July 2025 onwards, builders and property owners applying for plan approvals will also be required to enter their property's e-Khata or EPID (electronic property ID) number into the OBPS (Online Building Plan Approval System) portal. According to the statement issued by BBMP earlier, the system will then automatically cross-verify property tax records, thereby removing the need for manual submissions or verification by the revenue department. In 2024, the state government had introduced the e-Khata service to improve transparency in property registrations, reduce fraud and increase property tax revenue. E-Khata is an electronic version of the traditional khata certificate, a computerized record that validates the ownership details of a property in Karnataka. This digital platform verifies that all necessary approvals have been obtained and offers official property ownership documentation.
Deccan Herald
30-06-2025
- Business
- Deccan Herald
What is e-Khata and how to get it
The main purpose of the e-Khata was not only to put an end to fraudulent land transactions, but also to add as many properties as possible under the tax ambit.
