Registration department of TN hikes fees for 20 services that they offer

The Government of Tamil Nadu has recently implemented a revision in the registration charges, significantly impacting property redevelopment and development costs within the state. Under Section 78 of the Registration Act 1908, the registration department has announced an increase in the registration fees and stamp duty for 20 services offered by the department, marking the first adjustment in two decades. These alterations encompass various aspects such as searching of registers, making or granting copies of reasons, entries, or documents before or after registration, as well as the safe custody and return of documents, among others. Notably, the state registration department has...