Regulation

Every few years, India announces a mega infrastructure project. An airport. An expressway. An industrial corridor. Farmland is acquired, compensation is paid, and the news cycle moves on. But what happens to the families left behind — now suddenly holding crores in cash and no land to farm? The answer, as Jewar's development corridor makes painfully clear, is complicated. And it has very little to do...

On January 27, 2026, at Hyderabad House in New Delhi, leaders from India and the European Union concluded what European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen called the “mother of all deals.” After nearly two decades of stalled negotiations, breakdowns, and geopolitical recalibration, the European Union–India Free Trade Agreement (FTA) was finally sealed. The agreement spans goods, services,...

You moved to a new city for work. At first, everything felt temporary—the rented house, the unfamiliar streets, the language you were still learning to decode. The job was good, the salary steady, and life… manageable. You told yourself you’d figure things out later. But somewhere between rent hikes, office conversations, and weekend house-hunting stories, a quiet question started following...

Buying or inheriting a property in India does not end with paying stamp duty and registering the sale deed. One crucial step that many property owners overlook is property mutation. Mutation ensures that your ownership is officially recorded in government and municipal records, making you the recognized owner for taxation, civic services, and future transactions. For homebuyers and investors alike,...

India’s property market — one of the most dynamic yet complex economic sectors — is on the verge of a historic transformation. The Central Government has recently proposed that Geographic Information System (GIS) maps be attached to sale deeds as part of property registration processes across the country within the next two years. This step may sound technical, but its implications touch everyone...

If you live in India you’ve probably seen headlines about sudden demolitions: homes flattened, shops razed, entire buildings lost overnight. Many of these residents claim, “We had all the documents!” while the authorities insist the construction was illegal. So what’s really going on behind the dust and debris? Let’s break down the truth—clearly, honestly and practically. What Counts...

Delhi-NCR’s air has always been a challenge — but when the smog thickens and the AQI spikes, it’s no longer just an environmental nuisance. It becomes an economic earthquake. With GRAP Stage III now in force, construction sites across the region are grinding to a halt, and the real estate world is bracing for one of its most dramatic disruptions in years. This isn't just another regulation —...

You’ve finally found your dream home. The builder calls you to collect the keys, but something feels off — no Occupancy Certificate (OC) yet. Should you move in? The recent decision of the National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission (NCDRC) answers that question loud and clear: possession without an OC isn’t legal possession. This October 2025 ruling is a huge moment for Indian homebuyers. It...

When it comes to property in India, paperwork is king. Among the many documents you’ll hear about, a transfer deed stands out as one of the most important. Whether you’re buying, selling, gifting, or even sharing property within a family, the transfer deed plays a crucial role in proving ownership and avoiding disputes later. Think of it as the “official handshake” between two parties, written...

If you’re planning to buy property in India, chances are you’ve come across the term Non-Encumbrance Certificate (NEC). At first glance, it sounds like complicated legal jargon. But in reality, it’s a pretty straightforward document that plays a massive role in ensuring your dream property doesn’t come with hidden troubles. Put simply, a Non-Encumbrance Certificate is proof that a property is...