Odisha Eases Apartment Registration with Lower Stamp Duty
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.
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Teachers demand rest day after gruelling election duty
Maharashtra teachers and school staff deployed on election duty work 30-35 hours straight, demanding a sanctioned paid rest day. The association cites exhaustion and late-night travel as major concerns.
Nagpur cancer patient lecturer faces poll duty on chemo day
A 56-year-old Nagpur lecturer, scheduled for chemotherapy on Jan 15, is forced into election duty. Despite appeals, her name remains on the list, risking FIR and job loss. Read her ordeal.
Nagpur cancer patient lecturer assigned poll duty on chemo day
A 56-year-old Nagpur lecturer, a cancer patient, is forced into election duty on her chemotherapy date despite appeals. Over 500 officials face notices for skipping training. Read about this bureaucratic insensitivity.
Teachers on poll duty demand paid rest day in Mumbai
Mumbai school staff on election duty urge Maharashtra govt for a paid rest day, citing 30+ hour shifts and immediate return to school. Read their plea.
Customs Duty Amnesty Scheme Eyed for 2026-27 Budget
The government may introduce a customs duty amnesty scheme in Budget 2026-27 to resolve Rs 1.52 lakh crore in litigation. Read about the plan to slash duty slabs and fix FTA-related inverted duty structures.
ASI Dies of Heart Attack on Duty in West Champaran
Assistant Sub-Inspector Ajay Kumar Pandey, 55, suffered a fatal heart attack while on Dial 112 duty in Bettiah. The dedicated officer was pronounced dead upon arrival at the hospital, sending shockwaves through the police force. Read the full story.
Dubai Rent Hike: Check Legal Limit with Smart Rental Index
Dubai tenants can now use the AI-powered Smart Rental Index to verify if a landlord's proposed rent increase is legal. Learn the step-by-step process to protect your rights and budget.
Gujarat Stamp Duty Revenue Up 7%, Crosses Rs 13,699 Cr
Gujarat's stamp duty revenue surged 7% to Rs 13,699 crore in April-Dec 2025, set to exceed the Rs 19,800 crore target. Strong real estate demand and big land deals drive growth.
UP Cuts Stamp Duty on Family Property Gifts to Rs 5,000
Uttar Pradesh cabinet extends concessional stamp duty of Rs 5,000 on gift deeds for commercial & industrial properties among family members. Move aims to make transfers affordable & transparent.
UP Cuts Stamp Duty on Family Property Gifts
Uttar Pradesh Cabinet expands stamp duty concessions. Now, gifting commercial & industrial properties within family costs just Rs 5,000 stamp duty. Move aims to simplify & reduce cost of intra-family asset transfers.
UP Slashes Stamp Duty for Family Property Transfers
Uttar Pradesh cabinet extends concessional stamp duty of Rs 5,000 on gift deeds for commercial & industrial properties among family members. Major relief for affordable, legal transfers.
Karnataka Expands Stamp Duty Relief on Gift Deeds
Karnataka government expands stamp duty exemption on gift deeds among family members to include commercial and industrial properties, boosting real estate transactions. Learn the new rules and benefits.
UP Cuts Ancestral Property Registration Fee to Rs 10,000
UP Cabinet approves major property reforms: Ancestral property registration now just Rs 10,000, while rent agreement stamp duty is reduced by 90%. Big relief for common people.
Steel Prices Jump After New Import Duty, Construction Hit
India's new safeguard duty on select steel imports has led to a sharp price rise of up to Rs 8,000 per tonne. Industry warns of a 2% increase in construction costs, impacting real estate and auto sectors. Read more.
5 Bengaluru Sub-Registrars Suspended for Software Fraud
Five Bengaluru sub-registrars suspended for manipulating property registration software, causing major revenue loss. Full details on the investigation and government action here.
Patna's Maurya Lok Shops Face Water, Power Cut Over Dues
Patna Municipal Corporation warns 278 shop owners in Maurya Lok Complex to pay Rs 3.66 crore in pending dues within 7 days or face utility disconnection. Some arrears date back to 1998.
HC Directs MHADA for Time-Bound Transit Rent Redressal
Bombay High Court mandates MHADA to resolve transit rent disputes within 15-30 days. Special cells formed to aid redevelopment project residents, with priority for senior citizens and the seriously ill.
Maharashtra waives stamp duty on farm loans up to Rs 2 lakh
Maharashtra government announces stamp duty waiver on agricultural loan documents up to Rs 2 lakh from Jan 1, 2026. Aims to ease financial burden on lakhs of farmers. Read more.
Mamdani's NYC Mayoral Win Meets Cost-of-Living Crisis
Zohran Mamdani begins his mayoral term after a historic NYC election win, promising rent freezes and free childcare amid a severe affordability crisis. Can he deliver?
HC cancels Noida Authority's Rs 168 crore lease rent demand
Allahabad High Court sets aside Noida Authority's Rs 168 crore lease rent demand against a developer, orders refund of Rs 7.4 crore CIC charges with interest. Key ruling on lawful possession.
HC: Eviction possible even without written tenancy agreement
Allahabad High Court rules landlords can seek eviction under UP's 2021 Tenancy Act even without a written agreement, preventing technicalities from blocking justice. Read the full judgment analysis.
New York Mayor Mamdani's Bold Socialist Vision Unveiled
New York's new Mayor Zohran Mamdani rejects incremental politics, promises free buses, universal childcare, and a rent freeze in a confrontational inaugural address. Read the full analysis.
UPSC Key: Tobacco Tax, AGR, Gaganyaan & EU Carbon Tax
Essential UPSC updates: New tobacco duty rates from Feb 1, Vodafone Idea's AGR relief, Gaganyaan mission delays, and the impact of EU's CBAM on Indian exports. Key insights for Prelims and Mains.
Pune court rejects bail in Rs 21 crore stamp duty fraud case
Paud court rejects bail for suspended sub-registrar Ravindra Taru in alleged Rs 21 crore stamp duty waiver scam involving Mundhwa govt land. Details inside.
Mumbai property registrations hit 14-year high in 2025
Mumbai's housing market recorded its strongest performance in 14 years in 2025, with over 1.5 lakh property registrations generating Rs 13,487 crore in stamp duty. Driven by end-user demand and improved affordability.
Cigarettes, Tobacco Costlier from Feb 1 After Excise Duty Hike
Prices of cigarettes, bidis, and other tobacco products will rise from February 1, 2026, after the government imposes a new excise duty. Find out the latest tax rates and impact on consumers.
Cigarette, Gutkha Prices to Rise After Govt Excise Duty Hike
The Indian government has sharply increased excise duties on cigarettes and tobacco products from February 1, 2024. This move will lead to higher retail prices for consumers. Get all the details on the new rates and their impact.
Tata Steel Rallies 8% on Govt's Steel Duty Extension
Tata Steel shares continue their rally, gaining 1.2% to hit a one-month high after India extends safeguard duties on steel imports for three years. Discover the impact on the sector and future demand outlook.
Centre Raises Excise Duty on Cigarettes from Feb 1
The Indian government has increased the National Calamity Contingent Duty on cigarettes. Find out the new rates and the expected impact on prices and public health.
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