Realestate
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Gurgaon housing price down by 25% in 2015, sales still down
Jan 07, 2016, 07:32 PM ISTNew Delhi: Housing prices in Gurgaon fell by about 25 per cent during last year but it was not sufficient to boost demand, according to property consultant JLL.Gurgaon is an important real estate market of
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Quikr acquires real estate portal CommonFloor.com
Jan 07, 2016, 07:03 PM ISTBangalore: India's leading cross category classifieds business Quikr today announced its acquisition of real estate website CommonFloor.com for an undisclosed sum. The move is expected to bolster its online real estate segment after the launch
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2015: Maggi, real-estate law dominates consumer issues
India | Dec 29, 2015, 04:48 PM ISTNew Delhi: The motto "consumer is the king" took a beating with Parliament blocking the passage of a law aimed at protecting home buyers from builder mafia in 2015 which also saw popular snacks Maggi
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Builders to pay Rs 50k fine for dumping on road, says NGT
Dec 11, 2015, 09:02 PM ISTNew Delhi: Builders who dump construction material on roads will have to pay a fine of Rs 50,000, the National Green Tribunal (NGT) said today.The green panel also noted that waste burning in open is a very
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Government to push for passage of GST, real estate bills next week
India | Dec 05, 2015, 03:48 PM ISTNew Delhi: With repeated disruptions in second week of the winter session putting its legislative agenda on the back burner, the government has proposed heavy business in both Houses of Parliament next week, listing key
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Top 10 reasons why Indians invest in Dubai Real Estate
Oct 21, 2015, 02:51 PM ISTWhether you are on holiday or an entrepreneur, luxury-seeker or a real estate enthusiast, Dubai's skyscraper-laden glitz and has something for everyone.Attracting investors from all around the world, the city has a strong fan-following in
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Buy 140, 000 sq ft farm house in Spain at price point of Delhi-NCR flat
Sep 02, 2015, 01:18 PM ISTNew Delhi: If you are looking to buy a flat in one of the sprawling buildings in Delhi-NCR, you would probably find it really hard to get one below Rs 30-40 lakh.But don't lose your
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Centre identifies 305 cities under 'Housing for All' scheme
Aug 30, 2015, 09:57 AM ISTNew Delhi: The government has identified 305 cities and towns across nine states for implementation of its ambitious ‘Housing for All' scheme.As many as 305 cities and towns have been identified in nine states for
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Sadananda Gowda asks Rahul Gandhi to study the new real estate bill
National | May 04, 2015, 07:44 AM ISTMangaluru: Union Law and Justice Minister D V Sadananda Gowda yesterday lambasted Congress Vice President Rahul Gandhi for criticising Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the Real Estate Regulatory Authority Bill. Talking to reporter's yesterday evening,
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Cabinet approves Real Estate Bill, paves way for regulator
India | Apr 07, 2015, 11:34 PM ISTNew Delhi: The Union Cabinet today approved the Real Estate Development and Regulation Bill, paving the way for setting up a regulator for the real estate sector. The bill aims to bring control over unscrupulous
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Piramal Fund sanctions Rs 1,200 crore for real estate project by Omkar Realtors
Mar 31, 2015, 04:47 PM ISTMumbai: Piramal Fund Management (PFM) on Monday said it sanctioned Rs 1,200 crore in financing for a high-end residential project being developed by Omkar Realtors in Mumbai.Of the total commitment, Rs 400 crore will be
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Things to know before buying a home
Mar 17, 2015, 02:25 PM ISTNew Delhi: Real estate buyers are often warned that they must conduct a thorough due diligence before investing in any property, and that they should not reply solely on the verification process done by banks
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Portman enjoys watching cooking shows
Hollywood | Mar 16, 2015, 07:22 AM ISTLos Angeles: Actress Natalie Portman says she loves watching cooking shows on TV, but doesn't experiment much at home.Asked how she relaxes, Portman told Red magazine: “Spending time with my family. I watch food television.
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DLF to sell properties worth Rs 15,000-cr in various projects
Mar 08, 2015, 02:51 PM ISTNew Delhi: Realty firm DLF is looking to monetise properties worth about Rs 15,000 crore to boost its cash flow and reduce debt, a senior company official said.DLF had a net debt of Rs 20,336
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How Union Budget 2015 affects property buying sentiments
Feb 26, 2015, 10:32 AM ISTNew Delhi: Union Budget 2015 is at hand and as always, every Indian will be waiting to see what it holds in store for them. The property sector in particular is very sensitive to the
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Selling a property in a slow market? Follow these 7 tips
Jan 18, 2015, 11:51 AM ISTNew Delhi: Selling a property in a slow real estate market can be difficult. Nevertheless, the decision to sell may be necessary or desirable despite market circumstances. Some cases are: when the home's mortgage value
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Housing sales likely to jump in 7 Indian cities in 2015: Report
Jan 05, 2015, 10:44 AM ISTNew Delhi: Housing sales are estimated to rise this year to 1.92 lakh units in India's top seven cities on expectations of a cut in interest rate and stable prices, according to property consultant JLL
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Where to invest? Residential or commercial property
Dec 04, 2014, 03:39 PM ISTNew Delhi: Investment in residential and commercial properties is an obvious choice for most property investors, but there are essential differences between these two asset classes.When the choice falls between either residential or commercial property
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Real Estate revival In festive season mode
Aug 28, 2014, 05:52 PM ISTNew Delhi: The cloud of gloom and hesitancy that had overshadowed the nation's real estate market since 2010 has finally lifted. With the arrival of a strong, business-savvy and very determined government at the centre
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A comparison: Residential complexes vs. smaller projects
Jun 12, 2014, 09:30 AM ISTNew Delhi: Residential property in India has evolved into an asset which individuals hold for multiple purposes, not merely self-occupancy. Individuals now seek homes either for investment purpose, or for weekend stays and ‘lifestyle accommodation'.