RBI rate cut impact on affordable housing: A reality check
RBI's 125 bps rate cut in 2025 lowers home loan EMIs, but high costs and weak borrower affordability keep developers away from affordable housing. Will supply respond?
RBI's 125 bps rate cut in 2025 lowers home loan EMIs, but high costs and weak borrower affordability keep developers away from affordable housing. Will supply respond?
The junction near Sarath City Capital Mall in Hyderabad's Gachibowli lacks zebra crossings & signals, forcing IT employees to dodge speeding vehicles. Officials discuss a skywalk as a solution. Read more.
Sayajiganj police file a cheating case against a man for allegedly duping four people by promising houses under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY). Read the full details of the scam.
Surat police arrest a 28-year-old woman and her lawyer for allegedly extorting Rs 20 lakh from a trader using a nude video. Read the full details of the VR Mall trap.
Karnataka's Fisheries Minister Mankal S Vaidya announces a new sea ambulance for fishermen's safety, part of a Rs 37.5 crore harbour modernisation. Read the full story.
Haryana Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi reviewed the Rs 162.88 crore Unity Mall in Karnal and working women hostels in Faridabad & Gurugram. The mall, set for July 2027, will boost MSMEs and trade.
Nexus Select Trust, backed by Blackstone, is in advanced talks to acquire three malls in Kolkata, Siliguri, and Patna. The deals could add 1.1 million sq ft GLA and cost around ₹2,200 crore. Read the full story.
Blackstone Group invests Rs 25 crore to refurbish Kolkata's South City Mall, adding solar panels, EV charging, and a loyalty app by 2026. Aim: to become India's best mall.
A 49-year-old homemaker in Ahmedabad was robbed of her purse containing Rs 40,000 cash and an iPhone 14 near Palladium Mall. Vastrapur police are investigating the snatching case using CCTV footage.
Chhattisgarh Congress President Deepak Baij challenges the BJP government to release a white paper on PMAY house construction, accusing them of misleading the public with inflated numbers. Read the full details.
Bengaluru's iconic Samrat Hotel has reopened its legendary restaurant dining hall after four years of operating as a food court. Discover the revival story.
Get the latest from Bengaluru: essential civic updates, traffic alerts, weather conditions, and political developments for December 5, 2025. Stay informed.
Bihar Governor Arif Mohammad Khan announced the state's ambitious plan to generate one crore jobs over five years. He credited the Centre's generous assistance for the state's progress. Read more.
Get the latest from Bengaluru on civic updates, traffic alerts, weather, and political developments. Stay informed with all the essential news for December 3, 2025.
A major controversy erupts in Ulhasnagar over a PMAY project for 3,500 houses. A Shiv Sena leader alleges land irregularities, while BJP accuses him of blocking housing for the poor. Read the full story.
72-year-old Mathura, whose 1972 rape case changed India's laws, finally receives government aid including Rs 8 lakh and a PMAY home after TOI highlighted her neglect. Read her story.
Bengaluru cab drivers plan protest against Kempegowda Airport's new overstaying fee. From Dec 8, only 8 mins free. They demand 15 mins for pickups. Details inside.
Madhya Pradesh Deputy CM Jagdish Devda presented a Rs 13,476.94 crore supplementary budget. Major funds allocated to Ladli Behna, PM Awas Yojana, and farmer schemes. Read the full breakdown.
Bengaluru police confirm a bomb threat sent to the commissioner's email, targeting the airport and city malls, was a hoax. Investigation is ongoing. Read the full details.
A 23-year-old chef from Uttarakhand was killed after a speeding Mercedes SUV crashed near Ambience Mall in Vasant Kunj. The driver, a software engineer returning from his wedding, was arrested. Read the full story.
Bengaluru's Freedom Park, the city's protest hub, is temporarily closed for major redevelopment. All events, including protests, are suspended until upgrades are complete. Details inside.
Stay ahead with the latest from Bengaluru: civic alerts, traffic & metro news, weather, and key political developments. Get all the essential updates for December 1, 2025.
Despite handling over 180 trains daily, Bengaluru's KR Puram railway station remains the most neglected major station in the city, with sluggish upgrades failing to match rising passenger numbers.
Tragic early morning crash near Vasant Kunj's Ambience Mall claims life of 23-year-old restaurant worker, injures two others. Driver arrested as investigation continues.
Tragic Mercedes accident at Ambience Mall, Vasant Kunj claims life of 23-year-old restaurant worker from Uttarakhand. Driver detained. Details emerging.
Bengaluru's Mantri Mall clears Rs 6.5 crore property tax but still owes Rs 30 crore to BBMP. The mall has faced multiple sealings for non-payment. Read the latest updates.
Jaipur's Unity Mall near airport progresses with Rs 200 crore funding. Showcasing indigenous products from each district, completion expected by January 2027. Read more about this landmark project.
Tragic shooting at Patrick Henry Mall leaves one man dead. Suspect detained, police confirm isolated incident. Mall closed for investigation. Read latest updates.
Three people shot at Westfield Valley Fair Mall during Black Friday shopping chaos. Police search for suspect as officials promise support. Read latest updates.
Apple unveils its fifth Indian retail store at DLF Mall of India, Noida, featuring peacock-inspired design. Opening December 11 with latest products and creative sessions.