The Reserve Bank of India has revised priority sector lending norms to include loans to the National Cooperative Development Corporation, aiming to boost credit flow to cooperative societies while strengthening compliance requirements for banks.
The Reserve Bank of India has revised priority sector lending norms to include loans to NCDC for cooperative societies, while strengthening compliance and reporting requirements for banks to prevent double counting.
GAIL India launches PNG supply at two residential societies in Bhubaneswar as part of the National PNG Drive 2.0, promoting cleaner energy use in urban areas.
The Punjab State Human Rights Commission has ordered comprehensive safety audits for all residential complexes in Mohali following a major fire at Bollywood Green City.
Former Punjab health minister Balbir Singh Sidhu criticizes the state government's new notification on cooperative housing societies, calling it a betrayal that imposes heavy stamp duty burdens on residents.
Pune housing societies used WhatsApp groups, door-to-door campaigns, and even maintenance discounts to educate residents and increase voter participation in recent civic polls.
Punjab government slashes stamp duty to 1% for cooperative housing society flat registrations by Jan 31, 2026, providing major financial relief to over 7,000 owners in Mohali.
Mohali MLA Kulwant Singh praises Punjab government's decision to reduce stamp duty from 8% to 1% for property buyers until January 31, with a phased increase planned through 2026.
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Punjab government introduces stamp duty exemptions for original allottees and concessional rates for subsequent buyers to formalize property transactions in cooperative housing societies.
Cooperative Minister Pramod Kumar Chandravanshi expressed concern over slow paddy procurement in Buxar district. Officials reported only 20-31% of the target achieved, with farmers facing delays and selling below MSP.
Punjab government introduces stamp duty exemptions and time-bound concessional rates to formalize property transactions in cooperative housing societies, providing legal clarity for residents.
The Reserve Bank of India suggests restarting licensing for urban co-operative banks, favoring large credit societies with strong financials and governance.
Mayor Amarjit Singh Jeeti Sidhu accuses AAP government of discriminating against housing societies in Mohali, alleging political bias in development project approvals.
Residents across Indore are increasingly paying for private water quality tests and inspecting pipelines following contamination concerns, with labs reporting rising demand.
Mumbai sets up 705 polling stations in housing societies for BMC elections to boost voter turnout. SEC caps voters at 800 per booth to ensure convenience and integrity. Read more.
Karnataka's Stamps Dept launches audit after sub-registrars misuse court order option on Kaveri 2.0 portal, bypassing e-khata norms. Five officials suspended. Read details.
Punjab's Easy Registration Project revolutionizes property registration, eliminating corruption and delays. Learn how this digital initiative is transforming real estate in the state.
Kuwait extends newborn registration deadline to 120 days, easing pressure on new parents. Learn about the new rules, strict deadlines for others, and potential fines for non-compliance.
Jharkhand Academic Council closes Class 9 registration for 2026 today. Schools must get DEO approval by Jan 12 to avoid late fees. Check status now!
The new Digital India Act and Data Protection Act 2023 raise crucial questions about privacy, consent, and government access. Here's what every Indian needs to know about their digital rights now.
Odisha govt simplifies apartment registration by fixing stamp duty at Rs 50,000 for common areas, ending a long deadlock. This move will unlock thousands of pending property deals and empower resident associations.
Odisha cabinet slashes stamp duty for apartment common areas to a flat Rs 50,000, easing registration for housing societies. Individual buyers' duty remains unchanged. Read more.
Trichy police registered 1,703 cases and arrested 1,840 people for ganja and illegal tobacco in 2025, a massive increase from 2024. SP warns of action under Goondas Act.
MEA clarifies India's engagement with US lobbying firms is a standard diplomatic practice to strengthen outreach. Get the full details on the FARA filings and government's stance.
Maharashtra civic bodies to set up polling booths inside housing societies for upcoming elections. Pune leads with 258 booths, Mumbai with 850. Initiative aims to tackle urban voter apathy.
Vehicle owners in Telangana can now skip RTA office visits for new car and bike registration. Authorised dealers will handle the entire process online. Find out how this new system works.
Over 30 housing societies in Pune's Sus-Baner area present a 19-point charter to PMC poll candidates, demanding better water, transport, safety, and an 'oxygen park'. Read their key demands.
After 2.89 crore names were deleted from UP's draft electoral rolls, BSP launches a month-long campaign to help voters re-register using Form 6. Learn about their booth-level strategy.
Punjab education department launches a portal for mandatory registration of private schools to implement the 25% RTE quota for disadvantaged groups. Deadline is January 12.