Kolkata's office market recorded its strongest performance in over a decade in 2025, with leasing up 69% YoY. Rents grew 16%, the highest among major Indian cities. Discover the drivers behind this boom.
Ahmedabad's ACB investigates a suspected Rs 67 crore irregularity in the civic body's tree plantation drive after costs doubled. Read the full details of the probe.
Delhi LG grants exemption under Tree Act for 3.2-hectare drain project. 84 trees may be affected. Exemption is not permission to cut, says notification.
Ahmedabad's housing market saw 3% YoY sales growth in H2 2025, with 9,382 units sold. Premium homes above Rs 1 crore now hold 25% market share. Read the full Knight Frank report analysis.
Harvard University dean Gregory Davis removed after student news outlet exposes posts condoning violence, looting, and criticizing police. His wife sets up GoFundMe. Details inside.
NCP's 2026 BMC election manifesto pledges property tax waiver for 700 sq ft homes, planting 10 lakh trees, and a 'Safe Mumbai' campaign for women. Read the full plan to transform the city.
Despite a 1% sales dip, housing prices surged up to 19% in India's top 8 cities in 2025. Knight Frank's Shishir Baijal notes sustained market momentum. Read the full analysis.
Knight Frank India reports a marginal 1% dip in housing sales across top 8 cities in 2023, while average prices surged up to 19%. Explore the market dynamics and future outlook.
Housing sales across eight major Indian cities fell 1% to 3.48 lakh units in 2025 despite a significant price rise. Knight Frank report highlights NRI contribution rising to 12-15%. Explore the city-wise data.
Bombay High Court permits BMC to cut 45,675 mangroves for coastal road, citing public interest. Orders annual audit for 10 years on compensatory planting of 1.37 lakh trees in Palghar. Read the full verdict details.
An OCI cardholder consultant working from India asks if foreign client fees are taxable. Expert explains residential status, FEMA rules, and disclosure requirements. Read more.
Urban forestry research identifies five common tree species that cause repeated issues in residential yards, from property damage to high maintenance. Learn which popular trees to avoid for a hassle-free garden.
Scientists stunned to find solid gold particles in Norway spruce needles. New research reveals bacteria are the hidden alchemists, transforming ions into metal. This discovery could revolutionize mineral prospecting and environmental cleanup.
Unsold housing stock in India's top 7 cities rose to 5.76 lakh units in 2025 as new launches outpaced sales. Explore city-wise trends and the outlook for the real estate market.
Nagpur Municipal Corporation identifies 3,300 new trees choked by concrete. High-powered committee reviews progress, stresses long-term solutions for tree health. Read the full update.
HMDA pruned three mature rain trees in Hyderabad, citing sunlight for plants. Environmentalists call it unscientific and damaging. Will the trees survive?
India's wealthiest spent over Rs 7,100 crore on just 51 ultra-luxury homes in 2025, a record concentration of value. Discover the details of this unprecedented real estate surge.
Residents of Vasanthnagar in Bengaluru held a silent protest against the felling of 15 trees for a road project. They demand transparency and sustainable urban planning. Read more about their fight to save the city's green cover.
Ailanthus altissima, or Tree of Heaven, is an invasive species spreading in Indian cities. Learn how to identify it and the serious structural, ecological, and health risks it poses to residential areas.
Discover the world's 10 oldest living trees, from Sweden's 9,550-year-old Old Tjikko to California's Methuselah. Explore their incredible stories and where to find these ancient natural wonders.
Goa government enforces stricter tree felling procedures under the 1984 Act. New rules mandate NOCs from all co-owners, digital mapping, public disclosure, and a 10-day appeal period. Learn the key changes.
Chennai emerges as India's most resilient housing market in 2025, with sales rising 15% while other major cities decline. Discover the factors behind its success and expert insights.
NCR's real estate market in 2025 is defined by Gurugram's luxury housing surge and Noida's booming office sector. Discover the key trends, price forecasts, and driving factors shaping the region's property landscape. Read the full analysis.
Noida police intensify surveillance after a young woman's body is found in a Sector 145 dumping yard. Six teams are working to identify the victim and trace the accused. Read the latest updates.
Nagpur Municipal Corporation begins dry run of new solid waste plant at Bhandewadi. The 10-acre facility, to be fully operational from Jan 20, will process 500 MT of fresh garbage daily, aiming for near-total scientific waste management.
Greater Bengaluru Authority plans to cut 72 trees on defence land in Ejipura for a new road. The project affects a 5.34-acre SWD buffer zone. Read more about the environmental impact.
Is your lawn a secret highway for mice? Discover which grass types attract rodents and get expert tips on making your yard less inviting to pests. Protect your garden today!
India's housing market shows resilience in 2025 with strong demand in top cities like Bengaluru and Mumbai. Discover the key drivers and future outlook for real estate.
A six-mile exclusion zone around Prince William and Kate's new home, Forest Lodge, is enforced due to serious threats, not privacy. Ex-security chief explains the royal security nightmare. Watch the full report.
A woman's body was found stuffed in a bag at a Noida dumping yard. Police are yet to identify the victim, whose face was burnt and neck had deep cuts. Read for details.