News for 'builders'

Kolkata flyover collapse: 'Act of God' plea lacks legal bite

Kolkata flyover collapse: 'Act of God' plea lacks legal bite

Rediff.com2 Apr 2016

Other than breach of contract, a case for criminal negligence can also be made out in such a situation

Hey John Abraham, you got competition!

Hey John Abraham, you got competition!

Rediff.com25 Apr 2018

Thought only women could be H-A-W-T showstoppers? Time to rethink!

'Liberalisation has to come into the real estate industry'

'Liberalisation has to come into the real estate industry'

Rediff.com18 Jun 2012

Nanded City developed by the Magarpatta Town Development Corporation, is a Rs 6,000 crore project spanning a whopping 700 acres.

When will Modi's priorities shift to the economy?

When will Modi's priorities shift to the economy?

Rediff.com10 Feb 2020

'It is almost certainly wrong in assuming that the Modi government will use its strong mandate to undertake some serious reform measures.' 'For it is fairly clear that the government's priorities lie elsewhere, in the powerful home minister's domain,' notes T N Ninan.

IT managers, engineers and accountants hardest to find: Study

IT managers, engineers and accountants hardest to find: Study

Rediff.com25 Jul 2013

An online survey conducted across US, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Italy, Japan, Russia and the UK by CareerBuilder has revealed the job profiles that take longer time to fill in. Read on for details

Biden picks Vanita Gupta as associate attorney general

Biden picks Vanita Gupta as associate attorney general

Rediff.com7 Jan 2021

US President-elect Joe Biden on Thursday nominated Indian-American Vanita Gupta to be the associate attorney general and roped in Judge Merrick Garland for the position of attorney general.

Pak court rejects petition against temple construction

Pak court rejects petition against temple construction

Rediff.com8 Jul 2020

A Pakistani court has dismissed three identical petitions challenging the construction of the first Hindu temple in the country's capital.

Lego presents Olympic model of Rio city ahead of games

Lego presents Olympic model of Rio city ahead of games

Rediff.com2 Aug 2016

Lego, the world's biggest toymaker, has developed a large model of Rio de Janeiro city to celebrate the host of the 2016 Olympic Games, set to open in a few days.

Flat possession delayed? Claim for damages

Flat possession delayed? Claim for damages

Rediff.com31 Aug 2013

You may claim damages for alternative accommodation and interest on the payment made.

Lakshadweep administrator has Modi's ear, and trust

Lakshadweep administrator has Modi's ear, and trust

Rediff.com16 Jun 2021

Given Narendra Modi's trust in him, Praful Khoda Patel is unlikely to back down in Lakshadweep.

Eminent scientist, academician Prof Yash Pal passes away

Eminent scientist, academician Prof Yash Pal passes away

Rediff.com25 Jul 2017

He is known for for being an institution-builder.

Why am I 'singled out', asks Lt Gen Noble Thamburaj

Why am I 'singled out', asks Lt Gen Noble Thamburaj

Rediff.com1 Feb 2012

The searches were conducted on Tuesday after CBI registered a case against Lt Gen Thamburaj, Pune-based builder Kalpataru and former Defence Estate Officer S R Nayyar on charges of criminal conspiracy, cheating and misconduct in the out of court land dispute settlement to benefit a private builder to the tune of Rs 46 crore.

Small realtors go big during slowdown

Small realtors go big during slowdown

Rediff.com24 Jan 2012

Smaller real estate entities have been active in the past six to eight months in launching big-ticket residential projects. Factors like the high debt of realty companies listed on the exchanges and small builders not having the capacity to hold on to a licence for too long have influenced launches.

SC cancels Amrapali's registration, NBCC to finish housing projects

SC cancels Amrapali's registration, NBCC to finish housing projects

Rediff.com23 Jul 2019

A bench of Justices Arun Mishra and U U Lalit also cancelled the leases of Amrapali's properties granted by the Noida and Greater Noida authorities and directed the Enforcement Directorate to investigate alleged money laundering by CMD Anil Sharma and other directors and senior officials of the group.

Issue with certification through CoWIN, not Covishield: UK

Issue with certification through CoWIN, not Covishield: UK

Rediff.com23 Sep 2021

'We're clear Covishield is not a problem. The UK is open to travel and we're already seeing a lot of people going from India to the UK, be it tourists, business people or students,' Alex Ellis, British high commissioner to India, said.

GST on under-construction flats slashed to 5%

GST on under-construction flats slashed to 5%

Rediff.com24 Feb 2019

The council also cut GST rates on affordable housing to 1 per cent from the current 8 per cent.

Dawood's brother was eating biryani, watching KBC when cops detained him

Dawood's brother was eating biryani, watching KBC when cops detained him

Rediff.com19 Sep 2017

The unexpected presence of cops stunned Kaskar, as he asked them maine kya kiya hai?

Chat: Know your rights before opting for redevelopment

Chat: Know your rights before opting for redevelopment

Rediff.com3 Oct 2013

Rajesh Vardhan, managing director, Vardhman Group, will chat on property redevelopment on Thursday, October 3, at 3 pm.

11 things you MUST consider before buying your dream home

11 things you MUST consider before buying your dream home

Rediff.com20 Oct 2016

Real estate veteran Saket Mohta gives the the most comprehensive 11-point checklist

India Inc bracing for coronavirus impact on bankruptcies

India Inc bracing for coronavirus impact on bankruptcies

Rediff.com25 Mar 2020

The government is drawing up a relief package for industry with steps such as relaxation of asset-classification norms by banks, thus allowing companies to delay the repayment of loans, and tax holidays for the worst-hit sectors like aviation and hospitality. But it might not be enough to stop more bankruptcies from getting filed.

These MFs can create wealth for you

These MFs can create wealth for you

Rediff.com14 Sep 2020

Omkeshwar Singh, Head, Rank MF, a mutual fund investment platform, answers your queries.

Gangster Ravi Pujari nabbed in Senegal

Gangster Ravi Pujari nabbed in Senegal

Rediff.com1 Feb 2019

Security agencies got clues about his whereabouts following the arrest of one of his close associates in Mumbai recently, the source added.

The Girl Salman Khan Noticed!

The Girl Salman Khan Noticed!

Rediff.com26 Nov 2021

'When the camera rolls, he is Salman Khan and he is Aayush Sharma.' 'No family comes into the picture.' 'That became quite a challenge for Aayush because he knew this film will make or break his career.' 'Mahesh sir also told him: "When you're shooting, you have to forget you are related or that he's a superstar".'

Charge sheet against 27 for Thane building crash

Charge sheet against 27 for Thane building crash

Rediff.com24 Jun 2013

Over two months after 74 people were killed in a building collapse, the police on Monday filed a charge sheet against 27 accused, which included real estate developers, civic officials and a local corporator.

Arrest of a Banker

Arrest of a Banker

Rediff.com3 Nov 2020

This is one of the many such cases that helped to create an acute fear psychosis among public sector bankers, reveals Tamal Bandyopadhyay in his fascinating new book Pandemonium: The Great Indian Banking Tragedy.

What's in a name? Well, actually a lot

What's in a name? Well, actually a lot

Rediff.com24 May 2019

Choosing your company's name? MCA lists examples to avoid any duplication. The Ministry of Corporate Affairs made it clear that the use of different phonetic spellings, including the use of misspelled words of an expression, would be treated as same.

Antonio Guterres re-elected as UN chief for 2nd term

Antonio Guterres re-elected as UN chief for 2nd term

Rediff.com19 Jun 2021

United Nations General Assembly on Friday appointed Antonio Guterres as the UN Secretary General for a second term beginning January 1, 2022, days after the powerful Security Council unanimously recommended his name to the 193-member body for re-election.

Greater Noida land buy: SC court upholds HC ruling

Greater Noida land buy: SC court upholds HC ruling

Rediff.com6 Jul 2011

The court also imposed Rs 10 lakh (Rs 1 million) as cost on the Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority and directed it to hand over the land to the villagers and farmers.

Is 'Group Buying' a good way to buy your home?

Is 'Group Buying' a good way to buy your home?

Rediff.com8 Sep 2011

Since the last few years, group buying has been touted as a viable option for home buyers looking forward to get attractive discounts.

Cheating, trespassing case against former cricketer Manoj Prabhakar

Cheating, trespassing case against former cricketer Manoj Prabhakar

Rediff.com17 Oct 2019

During initial investigation, the police found that Manoj Goyal, a property dealer, who is also one of the accused in the case has prepared forged papers and helped Prabhakar to occupy the flat.

Having trouble with your puppy? Expert help

Having trouble with your puppy? Expert help

Rediff.com9 Mar 2021

The pandemic, and the resulting lockdown, saw many people buy or adopt a puppy without realising that this is a long term commitment, says dog trainer Pooja Sathe Gawande.

Buying a house? Check this out

Buying a house? Check this out

Rediff.com21 Sep 2004

Could this be a scam bigger than Adarsh?

Could this be a scam bigger than Adarsh?

Rediff.com2 Mar 2011

According to BJP National Secretary Kirit Sommaiya, then Chief Minister Ashok Chavan had given six builders in Mumbai 235 lakh sq ft of land belonging to the Central and State Government, civic and defence authorities at throwaway prices.

State agency to develop Dharavi under CM's plan

State agency to develop Dharavi under CM's plan

Rediff.com10 Jan 2011

Maharashtra Chief Minister Prithviraj Chavan plans to overhaul the Rs 15,000-crore Dharavi redevelopment project. Chavan - who has already flagged what he called an "unholy nexus" among builders, politicians and middlemen in the wake of the Adarsh housing society scam - now wants state-run Maharashtra Housing & Area Development Authority (Mhada) to carry out the big-ticket project.

This mutual fund can make your parents rich

This mutual fund can make your parents rich

Rediff.com25 May 2017

UTI Mutual Fund has launched UTI-FAMILY (that allows investors to buy mutual fund units in their name, but the returns go straight to a parent's bank account.

CBI quizzes top real estate tycoon

CBI quizzes top real estate tycoon

Rediff.com25 Nov 2010

Shahid U Balwa, one of the promoters of the leading real estate company, DB Realty, as well as the controversial Swan Telecom (now Etilisat DB Telecom), has been questioned by the Central Bureau of Investigation.

Check these facts before buying a new home

Check these facts before buying a new home

Rediff.com2 Sep 2010

The loan liability is entirely yours. Check land documents and insert clauses in the agreement to ensure some payback by the builder.

10 ways in which Modi changed my life for the better

10 ways in which Modi changed my life for the better

Rediff.com8 Apr 2019

Syed Firdaus Ashraf lists 10 ways in his life has improved under the first Modi Sarkar.

2 killed in building collapse at Dharwad, many trapped

2 killed in building collapse at Dharwad, many trapped

Rediff.com19 Mar 2019

Five others were critically injured.

Mumbai, Delhi housing prices may drop 15%

Mumbai, Delhi housing prices may drop 15%

Rediff.com4 Feb 2011

Rising interest rates may see customers postpone purchases.