India’s tech cities have been buzzing with construction cranes, glossy brochures, and a housing market that seems unstoppable. But across the ocean, a policy idea floated in Washington — a $100,000 H-1B visa fee — has rattled investors and homebuyers alike. Could one fee dampen the feverish property boom in Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Pune? Let’s unpack the story. Property Law Alert : SC...
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Buying a home in India is more than just a financial decision — it’s an emotional milestone. Yet, soaring construction costs and multiple layers of taxation have kept many potential buyers on the sidelines. This September, the government announced a major GST cut on key construction materials, and the move is already being hailed by CREDAI (Confederation of Real Estate Developers’ Associations of...
Imagine this: you’ve invested your life savings—or taken a big home loan—to buy your dream home. You’re paying EMIs. You’ve moved out of your parents’ place. But the construction drags, delays pile up, maybe it’s even stalled. It’s a nightmare. Sadly, this is the reality for many homebuyers in India, caught in stalled real estate projects—promises made, payments done, but delivery...
Urban India is in the middle of a housing revolution—and it’s not just about flashy skyscrapers or smart-home tech. It’s about redefining how Indian families live, work, and grow. And at the center of this quiet evolution is an unusual yet powerful housing format: the 2.5 BHK. Neither a compact 2 BHK nor a sprawling 3 BHK, the 2.5 BHK hits that perfect middle ground. It’s the “Goldilocks”...
In a bold move to stimulate economic growth, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has slashed the repo rate by 50 basis points to 5.50% and reduced the Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR) by 100 basis points to 3% as of June 6, 2025. This marks the third consecutive rate cut this year, totaling a 100 basis points reduction. The central bank has also shifted its monetary policy stance from "accommodative" to "neutral,"...