Bengaluru homebuyers shun main-road properties, opt for quieter bylanes amid pollution concerns

Bengaluru homebuyers are increasingly opting for apartments located in bylanes, typically 100–200 metres away from main roads, as concerns over dust, air pollution and noise from high-traffic corridors grow. Real estate brokers say this shift is reshaping buyer preferences toward units with interior-facing views and quieter layouts. Bengaluru buyers are increasingly choosing bylane apartments 100–200m […]

Interior design trends 2026: Coffee hues, personal sanctuaries, curated homes, fresh air to take centre stage

Luxury interiors in 2026 will move away from spectacle and towards sensibility. The focus will be on spaces that feel deeply personal, warm, and quietly indulgent, with interiors that offer emotional grounding rather than overt display. As the world turns inward, design will respond with greater warmth, tactility and thoughtful restraint. The interior design colour […]

Most bldg sites flouting air pollution norms: HC body

MUMBAI: A five-member committee, appointed by the Bombay High Court (HC) on November 28 to monitor the implementation of pollution-control measures across Mumbai and Navi Mumbai, has concluded that most construction, demolition, industrial and roadwork sites are guilty of not complying with existing guidelines, despite the rules being in place. The report was presented to […]

Delhi-NCR AQI crisis puts spotlight on clean-air, wellness homes; here’s what homebuyers should know

With air quality in the Delhi-NCR region frequently deteriorating into the ‘poor’ and ‘severe’ categories, pollution has emerged as a key factor influencing where people choose to live. In response, several real estate developers across the region are positioning their projects as ‘wellness-oriented’ or ‘pollution-resilient,’ promoting features such as urban forests, advanced air-filtration systems, green […]

Delhiites Share Their One Habit to Change Air Pollution| Business News

Air quality in Delhi NCR remains to be a pressing concern, impacting the health and daily lives of nearly 30 million residents. From persistent coughs to severe respiratory ailments, the consequences of poor air quality are being felt by everyone, particularly young children and the elderly. The focus is increasingly shifting to individual responsibility and […]