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Is India's Marble Industry Facing A Bleak Future?

Is India's Marble Industry Facing A Bleak Future?

Rediff.com9 May 2024

'Every year, the marble industry is shrinking due to tiles. It has already decreased by 20-25 per cent in recent years.'

Demolition of Supertech twin towers to begin in 2 weeks

Demolition of Supertech twin towers to begin in 2 weeks

Rediff.com7 Feb 2022

In the wake of the Supreme Court order on razing of the illegal twin towers of Supertech, NOIDA CEO Ritu Maheshwari on Monday said the demolition process will begin on site within two weeks. She said NOIDA (also called the Noida Authority) has already convened a meeting on Wednesday at 12 noon in compliance with the apex court directives. The SC on Monday directed it to commence "within two weeks" the demolition of the realty major's twin 40-storey towers of its Emerald Court project in Sector 93A of the city.

Builders welcome Real Estate Bill, provision of jail harsh

Builders welcome Real Estate Bill, provision of jail harsh

Rediff.com10 Mar 2016

The new law would boost home buyer confidence as well as investment in the realty sector.

4 BIG Housing MYTHS Busted

4 BIG Housing MYTHS Busted

Rediff.com2 Feb 2024

When you are under social, peer, parental, sibling, marital pressure to buy a house direct them to this article, says P V Subramanyam

Record 3,300 kg of drugs seized off Gujarat coast in major drug haul

Record 3,300 kg of drugs seized off Gujarat coast in major drug haul

Rediff.com29 Feb 2024

The drugs seized include 3,089 kilograms of charas, 158 kg of Methamphetamine and 25 kg of morphine.

Realtors gear up for firecracker Diwali, offers slew of attractive schemes

Realtors gear up for firecracker Diwali, offers slew of attractive schemes

Rediff.com8 Nov 2023

With the real estate sector witnessing robust demand, realtors are doling out freebies and offering a slew of attractive schemes to lure potential customers this festival season. "Developers are providing Amazon vouchers that go up to Rs 1 lakh, iPads, and flexible payment plans that propel customer excitement," said Angad Bedi, managing director at real estate company BCD Group. Bedi said customers have a mindset to go for a change during the festival season, and developers see it as an opportunity to combine it with long-term and practical offers that drive buyers to close in on a deal during this period.

70% of unsold homes in Mumbai are priced at Rs 1 crore each

70% of unsold homes in Mumbai are priced at Rs 1 crore each

Rediff.com23 Sep 2015

JLL study reveals 30,501 out of 44,032 units fall in this ticket size.

Why are investors, buyers shunning real estate?

Why are investors, buyers shunning real estate?

Rediff.com9 Jun 2015

In markets such as Mumbai, prices have gone beyond Rs 1.5 cr to Rs 2 cr which is beyond reach of most of the salaried class

Prestigious South Chennai LS seat to see fierce triangular fight, here is why

Prestigious South Chennai LS seat to see fierce triangular fight, here is why

Rediff.com24 Mar 2024

Incumbent DMK MP T Sumathy alias Tamizhachi Thangapandian will face-off former Telangana Governor and BJP leader Tamilisai Soundararajan, while the the AIADMK has fielded ex-MP Dr J Jayavardhan, who won from here in 2014.

575,000 homebuyers waiting for Amrapali-like verdict: Anarock

575,000 homebuyers waiting for Amrapali-like verdict: Anarock

Rediff.com25 Jul 2019

Mumbai metropolitan region, comprising Mumbai city, Navi Mumbai and Thane, leads the pack (in delayed projects) with 210,000 units at an approximate valuation of Rs 2.34 trillion.

Here's how tax exemption hike on housing loan interest benefits you

Here's how tax exemption hike on housing loan interest benefits you

Rediff.com5 Jul 2019

A person in the 30% income tax bracket with a Rs 40 lakh home loan at 9% interest rate would, under the Rs 3.5 lakh interest exemption, will save Rs 105,000 in tax in the first year, against Rs 60,000 under the previous interest exemption of Rs 2 lakh.

Magicpin app crashes under tomato demand, stocks sold out within 10 mins

Magicpin app crashes under tomato demand, stocks sold out within 10 mins

Rediff.com1 Aug 2023

Hyperlocal delivery platform magicpin experienced an overwhelming surge in demand at 9 am on Monday, causing its app to crash, leaving users temporarily unable to access the platform. The increased traffic came after the firm announced its "tomatoes @ Rs70" initiative last week in partnership with National Cooperative Consumers Federation of India (NCCF) and Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC). This led to magicpin's tomato stocks depleting within the first 10 minutes, leaving many buyers struggling to order.

Want to buy a house? Now is the time!

Want to buy a house? Now is the time!

Rediff.com17 Jul 2020

'This is for the first time home loan rates have dropped below 7 per cent,' notes Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

Builders bear the brunt in Noida Extension

Builders bear the brunt in Noida Extension

Rediff.com14 Jul 2011

Developers are bearing the brunt of the crisis in Noida Extension after the Supreme Court asked builders to relocate home buyers or refund their money with interest and directed the authorities to return the land acquired from farmers in Sahberi village.

Want To Buy A Bungalow For Rs 325 Crore?

Want To Buy A Bungalow For Rs 325 Crore?

Rediff.com1 Mar 2024

Enquiries indicate it belongs to an industrialist with links to a prominent cricketer.

FPIs remain net buyers for 5th month; invest Rs 12,000 cr in equities

FPIs remain net buyers for 5th month; invest Rs 12,000 cr in equities

Rediff.com2 Feb 2020

However, a net amount of Rs 11,119 crore was withdrawn from the debt segment during the same period. This translated into a net investment of Rs 1,003 crore.

A home loan for everyone

A home loan for everyone

Rediff.com20 Mar 2016

Lenders have lined up a number of home loan products that can fit every aspirant's annual income.

Want To Invest In Kamanewala Ghar?

Want To Invest In Kamanewala Ghar?

Rediff.com26 Jun 2023

This sort of property is better suited for an investor rather than an end user.

Your home loan queries answered!

Your home loan queries answered!

Rediff.com24 Dec 2019

Chartered accountant and Sebi registered investment advisor, Harsh Vardhan Roongta, answers your home loan queries

Rate cut to spur housing demand: Realty firms

Rate cut to spur housing demand: Realty firms

Rediff.com2 Jun 2015

They sought further cut in interest rates as well as reforms.

How Smart TV Is Changing India

How Smart TV Is Changing India

Rediff.com23 Feb 2024

The way video is being watched and monetised is changing. This is the first thing that stands out as the penetration of smart TVs continues to rise.

Why term policy is preferred option for covering home loan liability

Why term policy is preferred option for covering home loan liability

Rediff.com5 Apr 2021

You can increase or reduce the sum assured of a term cover, depending on changes in your overall liability, advises Bindisha Sarang.

500,000 Homes, Worth Rs 4.48 Trillion, Stuck In 7 Metros

500,000 Homes, Worth Rs 4.48 Trillion, Stuck In 7 Metros

Rediff.com26 Sep 2022

The NCR and the MMR together account for 77 per cent of 10 big housing projects stuck because of developers' bankruptcy or litigation.

'We will render you homeless', SC threatens Amrapali group

'We will render you homeless', SC threatens Amrapali group

Rediff.com8 Aug 2018

The bench asked the group to submit within 15 days a valuation report of movable and immovable properties of its managing director and directors.

Softer US inflation, drop in yields prop up domestic markets

Softer US inflation, drop in yields prop up domestic markets

Rediff.com23 Nov 2023

Equity markets rallied after softer-than-expected inflation data in the US and UK rekindled hopes of the end of the rate-hiking cycle by major central banks. The soft inflation reading drove down bond yields and the US dollar, whetting the appetite for risky assets. The 10-year US bond yield fell below 4.5 per cent after topping 5 per cent less than a month ago.

A home loan for everyone

A home loan for everyone

Rediff.com20 Mar 2016

Lenders have lined up a number of home loan products that can fit every aspirant's annual income.

Make home-buying a pleasant experience

Make home-buying a pleasant experience

Rediff.com20 Dec 2010

In the first of a three-part guide, we help you wade through the tricky process of home-buying and make your first realty plunge a pleasant and rewarding experience.

Delhi allows home delivery of liquor for orders placed on app, website

Delhi allows home delivery of liquor for orders placed on app, website

Rediff.com1 Jun 2021

The move will boost the government's revenue at a time when Delhi's economy is struggling in view of the Covid-induced lockdown that has been in place since April 19.

'All markets are now recovering'

'All markets are now recovering'

Rediff.com3 Nov 2009

On a short trip in Mumbai for a board meeting, Nick Thomlinson, chairman of Knight Frank, the global residential and commercial property consultancy, shares his insights and forecasts with Byravee Iyer.

Can Uday Shankar Recreate At Reliance-Disney What He Did In Star TV?

Can Uday Shankar Recreate At Reliance-Disney What He Did In Star TV?

Rediff.com11 Mar 2024

'The whole narrative will change from TV is dying to TV-plus-digital is the future.'

Mixed reaction of experts to Budget

Mixed reaction of experts to Budget

Rediff.com28 Feb 2013

Budget has received mixed reaction from experts.

Interest rate cut not enough to buy property

Interest rate cut not enough to buy property

Rediff.com11 Sep 2012

Banks and builders are offering lower rates and freebies, but there is also a case for price correction in the future. Wait, if you are not desperate.

Buying a property? Learn about loan to value

Buying a property? Learn about loan to value

Rediff.com31 May 2012

The Reserve Bank of India has brought about many new directives and guidelines in order to curb speculation in the property market as the sector stands poised for a revival post recession recovery.

Lenders to gain as home loan size set to increase

Lenders to gain as home loan size set to increase

Rediff.com10 Nov 2016

HFCs and banks expect a drop in demand for housing loans in the short-term.

Festive season fails to cheer real estate sector

Festive season fails to cheer real estate sector

Rediff.com14 Oct 2014

Delayed project delivery and unrealistically high real estate prices, which developers are unwilling to lower despite piled up inventories, have adversely hit the sector.

Fewer takers for home loans

Fewer takers for home loans

Rediff.com4 Apr 2007

Leading bankers expect the number of transactions to fall 30 to 35 per cent as buyers wait for a price correction in real estate.

6 reasons why home sales have dropped across India

6 reasons why home sales have dropped across India

Rediff.com11 Oct 2017

Home sales in the top 10 cities - Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chandigarh, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kochi, Kolkata, Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR), National Capital Region (NCR) and Pune - have declined at a compound annual growth rate of 8% since 2011.

Diwali bonanza! Buy a home on Snapdeal!

Diwali bonanza! Buy a home on Snapdeal!

Rediff.com3 Nov 2015

The 'Diwali Home Buying Fest' would be organised from Nov 3-9.

How to calculate the EMI on bank loans

How to calculate the EMI on bank loans

Rediff.com1 Sep 2010

Before opting for the right loan, it is important to understand the most integral part of any loan, and that is, its equated monthly installment.

CLSA downgrades select realty stocks. Here's why

CLSA downgrades select realty stocks. Here's why

Rediff.com2 Feb 2024

CLSA has downgraded select real estate stocks and expects most counters from this sector to consolidate in the months ahead after the sharp run seen in them in the last few months. Most positive factors in terms of a pick-up in housing demand and office space absorption, it said, are already priced in. "We expect housing industry demand to grow around 12 per cent in 2024 and for large developers to outpace industry to grow at 15 - 20 per cent.