Traveling ,Gardening & Finance
Traveling ,Gardening & Finance
In 2025, Bengaluru’s real estate market was significantly shaped by the Karnataka government’s introduction of the e-Khata system, a reform designed to digitise property records and speed up ownership transfers, according to real estate experts. While touted as a game-changer for homebuyers and developers, experts noted that its on-ground impact has been mixed, promising streamlined […]
In 2025, the Karnataka Real Estate Regulatory Authority (KRERA) issued a string of landmark rulings that strengthened homebuyer protections, tightened accountability for developers, and clarified the reach of the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act in the state. From restraining lenders from taking over homes already sold to bringing statutory bodies within RERA’s ambit, these […]
New Delhi, Dec 25 (PTI)) The government is finalising the contours of SWAMIH-2 Fund and is expected to soon operationalise the fund with a view to providing last-mile financing for the completion of stalled housing projects, according to sources. The government is finalising the contours of SWAMIH-2 Fund and is expected to soon operationalise the […]
For decades, owning a flat has been regarded as a cornerstone of financial security for India’s middle class, often marketed as a safe, long-term investment that would appreciate in value and support future generations. However, as home prices soar, maintenance costs rise, and ageing buildings raise questions about resale and redevelopment, a growing number of […]
The Supreme Court directed a forensic audit of Supertech Realtors and its parent company, appointed a three-member committee to take over and complete the stalled Supernova project in Noida, and fixed a “zero period” shielding homebuyers from any coercive recovery of dues by banks or the Noida Authority until the project is completed. (Photo for […]
A Reddit post by a Bengaluru professional has sparked a major debate about the dilemmas faced by young homebuyers when choosing between convenience and long-term investment. Many Bengaluru residents are debating whether to purchase apartments near IT hubs like Bellandur or to stretch their budgets for villas on the outskirts, highlighting the trade-offs between affordability, […]
Union Home Minister Amit Shah, on December 19, said that the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act (RERA) has helped streamline the real estate sector, while also safeguarding the interests of homebuyers. Union Home Minister Amit Shah said on December 19 that RERA has helped streamline the real estate sector while safeguarding the interests of […]
Ahead of the government’s plans to roll out the Karnataka Apartment Bill, 2025, a proposed law aimed at safeguarding the rights of apartment owners and residents, Bengaluru homebuyers have written to the state government seeking urgent action on long-pending regulatory gaps. These include clarity on the competent authority for registering resident welfare associations, the mandatory […]
A Reddit post by a Bengaluru homebuyer has sparked a debate over the realities of the city’s booming eastern IT corridors, where buyers are paying ₹2 crore and more for homes in Whitefield and Sarjapur despite water shortage. Several Reddit users noted that residents often pay ₹5,000– ₹8,000 a month to fund tanker water during […]
The year 2025 has been favourable for real estate from a taxation perspective. Simplified capital gains rules and streamlined GST have brought greater clarity for homebuyers, prompting even fence-sitters to consider making a purchase. Here’s a closer look. Simplified capital gains rules and streamlined GST brought greater clarity for homebuyers in 2025, (Representational Image) (Pexels […]
