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?
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Kerala CM Accepts Venugopal's Debate Challenge
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has accepted AICC General Secretary K C Venugopal's challenge for a public debate. Read the full story on the latest political developments.
Mumbai Societies Build Towers Without Developers
Pearl Queen in Santacruz leads Mumbai's self-redevelopment wave. Societies become promoters, bypass builders for bigger homes & profits. Discover the success stories.
Ice Cube Debunks Viral Fake Quote on LeBron and MJ
A fabricated quote pitting Ice Cube against LeBron James in the Michael Jordan GOAT debate went viral. Discover how the rapper shut down the misinformation and what it reveals about online debates.
Veiled Bride's SRK Guitar Strum Sparks Ghunghat Debate
A bride's viral video playing a Shah Rukh Khan classic on guitar while in ghunghat ignites social media debate on tradition and talent. Watch the clip and join the discussion.
Bronx Affordable Housing Project Files Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
Dynamic Star LLC, owner of Bronx's Fordham Landing, files Chapter 11 to halt foreclosure. $55M state funding for 900 affordable units now under review. Read the latest on this major NYC housing development.
OSHB, BDA Allot 1,600+ Plots in Bhubaneswar
Odisha's housing bodies have allotted over 1,600 plots and houses in Bhubaneswar. Details on schemes like Satyasai Enclave, Ekamra Residency, and future projects revealed in the assembly. Read more.
Hong Kong Blaze: The Problem with Instant Messages of Concern
A journalist in Hong Kong during the deadly Tai Po fire reflects on the misplaced anxiety of distant friends and the city's neglected public housing crisis. Read why instant concern can be a distraction.
Bengaluru bachelors fined Rs 5000 for overnight guests
A Bengaluru housing society fined tenants Rs 5,000 after two women stayed overnight. The rule targets only bachelors, sparking a viral debate on privacy and discrimination. Read more.
LDA Proposes 5% Extra Housing Discount for Soldiers
Lucknow Development Authority to offer an additional 5% discount on flats to armed forces personnel with gallantry awards. Proposal up for approval on Dec 5. Read more.
DH Speak Out: December 4, 2025 - Key Public Debates
Explore the crucial public discussions from DH Speak Out on December 4, 2025, covering political accountability, economic policies, and social justice. Read the full analysis.
Kerala families boycott polls over housing neglect
Nearly 35 families in Paipra panchayat's S Valavu colony boycott local body elections, protesting 50 years of ignored promises for basic housing repairs. Read their story.
Bajaj Housing Finance shares fall 9% after major stake sale
Shares of Bajaj Housing Finance tumbled over 9% after a massive block deal worth ₹1,890 crore. The move follows Bajaj Finance Ltd.'s plan to sell a stake. Read for key details and market impact.
DDA's 25% Discount on Flats: December Booking Open
Delhi Development Authority announces a huge 25% discount on flats. Bookings open from December 1. Grab this limited-time offer for affordable housing in Delhi.
Tavleen Singh: India's cities need emergency attention
Columnist Tavleen Singh argues India must declare urban decay a national emergency, shifting focus from temples to building livable cities with clean air and affordable housing.
Tier II Housing Sales Value Up 4% Despite Volume Decline
India's 15 major Tier II cities saw housing sales value increase 4% to ₹37,409 crore in Q3 2025, while volumes dropped 4%. Gujarat cities dominate with 60% market share. Experts call it strategic pause, not slowdown.
Pakistan Walks Out of Oxford Union Debate vs India
Pakistan's delegation reportedly exited the Oxford Union debate against India before it began. Discover the dramatic details and diplomatic implications of this unexpected move.
LDA Atal Nagar Housing: Last 3 Days for Registration
Hurry! LDA Atal Nagar Housing Scheme registration booklet available until Nov 30. Only 2,496 flats available with prices starting from ₹9.82 lakh. Complete your registration by Dec 2.
674 Families Get PMAY Housing Approval in Amritsar
Municipal Corporation Amritsar distributes housing approval letters to 674 families under PMAY scheme. Beneficiaries to receive financial assistance for home construction.
DDA Karamyogi Aojana: 3,656 Flats for Govt Staff
Delhi Development Authority launches Karamyogi Awas Yojana offering 3,656 HIG, MIG & EWS flats exclusively for government employees in Narela. Registration starts mid-December with 25% rebate.
DDA Housing Scheme for Govt Staff with 25% Discount
Delhi Development Authority launches Karmayogi Awaas Yojana offering 25% discount on ready-to-move-in flats in Narela for government employees across HIG, MIG, EWS categories.
Ironwood Names Balaji Raghavan for Affordable Housing
Ironwood appoints Balaji Raghavan to lead affordable housing portfolio, strengthening their commitment to accessible real estate development across India.
Kashmiri Muslim Denied Rental Housing in Delhi After 13 Years
Maria Bilal, a communications professional living in Delhi for 13 years, faced housing discrimination upon return from sabbatical. Brokers repeatedly told her owners refuse Kashmiri Muslim tenants. Read her shocking story.
Luxury Housing Prices Jump 40% in Indian Metros
Luxury home prices in India's top 7 cities rose 40% since 2022, outpacing affordable housing growth. Delhi-NCR leads with 72% appreciation. Explore market trends and data.
Kashmiri Muslims Face Housing Discrimination in Delhi
After returning from sabbatical, Maria Bilal faced repeated rental rejections in Delhi due to being Kashmiri Muslim. Discover how housing discrimination affects professionals in the capital.
20 States Sue Trump Over Homeless Funding Cuts
Twenty US states challenge Trump administration's homeless funding policy. Learn how this legal battle affects vulnerable populations and state resources nationwide.
Chandigarh rejects plotted housing in tech park
Chandigarh urban planning department refuses CHB's request for plotted housing in Rajiv Gandhi Technology Park, citing Master Plan 2031 restrictions and environmental concerns. Learn what's next.
Delhi Air Pollution: 'Leave City' Advice Sparks Online Debate
London-based tech professional Kunal Kushwaha's advice to leave Delhi due to hazardous air quality ignites social media debate about realistic solutions to pollution crisis.
Techie's 'Leave Delhi' air pollution advice goes viral
A London-based Indian techie cut short his Delhi trip due to severe air pollution, advising residents to relocate even if it means debt. His viral post sparked intense online debate about health vs practicality.
Mamdani-Trump Meeting Sparks Hope for NYC Housing
New York mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani's surprising meeting with Donald Trump offers hope for solving the city's housing crisis. Can political opposites unite for urban solutions? Read more.
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