2025

Feb 03, 2025 04:07 PM IST Niranjan Hiranandani shared photos from a dinner honoring Prince Edward during his visit to India. Indian real estate tycoon and billionaire Niranjan Hiranandani shared pictures from a dinner hosted in honour of UK's Duke of Edinburgh, Prince Edward, during his three-day visit to India. Prince Edward, the youngest brother of King Charles III, arrived in...

Real estate developer Mahindra Lifespaces announced on February 3 that it has secured a 950-crore deal to redevelop three housing societies in Lokhandwala, Andheri, Mumbai. Mumbai redevelopmemt news: Mahindra Lifespaces announced on February 3 that it has secured a 950-crore deal. (Picture for representational purposes only)(Mehul R Thakkar/HT) The company said this is a strategic move, and...

Sonakshi Sinha has sold her apartment in Mumbai's Bandra area for Rs. 22.50 crore, according to property registration documents accessed by SquareYards. She purchased the apartment in March 2020 for ₹14 crore, reflecting a 61% appreciation in value since then. Mumbai real estate update: Sonakshi Sinha has sold her apartment in Mumbai's Bandra area for Rs. 22.50 crore(HT Files) The...

A breathtaking medieval castle that seems straight out of a fairytale has been put up for sale in the UK for the first time in nearly 700 years. Ripley Castle, located near Harrogate in North Yorkshire, is on the market with an asking price of £21 million (approximately ₹225 crore). If sold at this price, it could become one of the most expensive properties ever sold outside London. Ripley...

A woman in New York has shared a shocking video showcasing her bathroom's unconventional sink-toilet combo, leaving social media users in disbelief. Emily Bonani, a resident of the city, revealed the cramped space in her apartment that is designed to maximise space efficiency, but the setup has drawn widespread criticism. A New York woman went viral after sharing a video of her bizarre...

Homebuyers' body FPCE has expressed support for the launch of SWAMIH Fund 2, urging that stalled projects be completed to "clean the slate once and for all." While the fund is a ‘positive step,’ the forum stressed the need to identify and adequately fund all outstanding projects. It said builders who have put homebuyers' hard-earned money at risk should be barred from launching new projects....

(Bloomberg) -- Dubai is adding a new round of ostentatious mansions and penthouses — some fitted with cinemas, spas and private elevators — as developers court millionaires from around the world. Real-estate firms in Dubai scramble to attract more buyers from Europe, Asia and the Americas. (Representational photo)(Pixabay) These ultra-luxury homes are being priced anywhere from $60...

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, in her Union Budget 2025-26 speech on February 1, proposed several incentives and relaxations for the International Financial Services Centre at GIFT City, also known as Gujarat International Finance Tec-City. GIFT City, which is located on the banks of the Sabarmati River, between Ahmedabad and Gandhinagar in Gujarat. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, in...

The government on Saturday proposed a retrospective amendment to the CGST law concerning 'plant or machinery', a move that is likely to adversely impact real estate companies seeking input tax credit on the construction and leasing of commercial assets, said experts. The government on Saturday proposed a retrospective amendment to the CGST law concerning 'plant or machinery', a move that is...

Budget 2025 has brought good news to the middle class, exempting those earning up to ₹12 lakh under the new tax regime. Additionally, there are two key changes aimed at easing the compliance burden: Budget 2025: Homeowners can now claim nil valuation for two self-occupied properties instead of one. (Representational photo)(File Photo) Tax-Free Second Home – Homeowners can now claim nil...