RESIDENTIAL SOCIETY
Parts of Manipur flooded after heavy rain, schools to remain closed till Thursday
Heavy rainfall in Manipur's Imphal West and Imphal East districts has led to severe flooding, exacerbated by breaches in embankments along the Imphal, Kongba, and Iril rivers. The state government has declared a holiday for all government offices and closed schools until Thursday due to the flood situation. Residential areas have been inundated, affecting over 1,000 people, with significant flooding also reported along the India-Myanmar road. Relief and rescue efforts are ongoing, while the Indian Red Cross Society recovered the body of a man from the Senapati river amid the challenging conditions caused by incessant rains.
Redevelopment projects: 8 common mistakes housing societies make when embarking on redevelopment, how to avoid it
The lure of new, modern flats can land ageing housing societies in big trouble. Find out how to avoid it.
School van driver arrested after two girls fall off, injured in Vadodara
Police in Vadodara, Gujarat, arrested Prateek Padhiyar, the driver of a school van, after CCTV footage showed two girls falling off the vehicle in a residential society. The incident, which occurred on June 19, led to public outrage as the footage went viral on social media. Fortunately, the girls only sustained minor injuries. Padhiyar, 23, faces charges for rash and negligent driving, as well as endangering the lives of others, under the Indian Penal Code and the Motor Vehicles Act.
Fire breaks out at Ghaziabad residential society, no injuries reported
Fire official Rahul Pal said, "At 11:20 PM we received a call regarding a fire at flat no 613 at Merlin Society in Vasundhara. Promptly three of our fire brigade rushed to the spot and started rescuing people. An elderly woman who was trapped in flat no 605 because of smoke was also rescued."
Mahindra Lifespace eyes Rs 8-10K crore sales in housing, industrial spaces by FY28
Amit Sinha, MD & CEO, mentioned the successful annual sales and highest pre-sales of Rs 2,328 crore in residential business for Mahindra Lifespace. They also achieved land leasing of 119.4 acres for industrial business.
Raymond Realty bags project to redevelop housing society in Mumbai; eyes over Rs 2,000 crore revenue
Raymond Realty secureed a project to redevelop a housing society in Mumbai. The project is expected to yield revenue exceeding Rs 2,000 crore. Raymond Ltd's arm, Raymond Realty, will redevelop the MIG VI CHS Ltd in Bandra East, Mumbai, as approved by the board. The project was selected with unanimous member support. This adds to Raymond Realty's existing projects with an estimated total value of Rs 7,000 crore in Mumbai.
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Puravankara acquires 12.75-acre land parcel on Thane’s Ghodbunder Road
Realty developer Puravankara's subsidiary, Purva Oak, acquired 12.75 acres in Thane's Patlipada for a premium residential project with an estimated potential of 18.20 lakh sq ft. The project, adding to Mumbai Metropolitan Region portfolio, has a potential gross development value of Rs 4,000 crores. Puravankara aims for strategic expansion and increased revenue contribution in the western region.
No casualties reported after fire erupts due to split AC at Lotus Boulevard Society in Noida
A fire broke out in a building at Lotus Boulevard Society in Noida's Sector 100 due to a blast in an air conditioner on Thursday morning. The incident occurred in a flat on the 10th floor, triggering heavy smoke. Fortunately, no injuries or casualties were reported, thanks to the prompt action of security personnel and residents who activated the fire response teams. The firefighting systems in the society were effective, and the fire was quickly contained. Investigations are ongoing to determine the exact cause of the fire, suspected to be a short circuit in the AC unit.
Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Nail art & society events, marathons help Jalgaon voter turnout race past 53%
The Jalgaon district administration, in collaboration with citizen groups, employed various strategies to increase voter turnout, historically low at around 46 to 48 percent. Targeting the low turnout among the middle and upper-middle classes (19 to 34%), efforts included motorcycle rallies, walkathons, and designer dress incentives. Collaborating with Rotary clubs, industrial associations, and social organizations, the initiative aimed to emphasize the importance of voting. These efforts led to a significant increase, with voter turnout in Jalgaon rising from 46% to 53%.
Noida dog attack: Girl attacked by pet dog in Lotus 300 housing society lift. Watch video
CCTV footage from inside the lift captured the harrowing moment. The video shows the girl alone in the lift when the doors open, and suddenly, a pet dog rushes in and launches an attack. The child had no chance to defend herself against the unexpected assault.
Video: CCTV captures dog mauling teenager inside Noida housing society lift
In Sector 107 of Noida, a girl faced a terrifying encounter with a dog inside a lift at the Lotus 300 Society, which was captured on viral CCTV footage showing her visibly trembling with fear. This incident echoes a recent alarming event in Ghaziabad, where a German Shepherd aggressively approached a six-year-old child within an apartment complex, sparking significant apprehension among residents.
Oberoi Realty in pact to redevelop 3.2-acre housing society in Mumbai’s Worli
The listed company expects to generate a free sale component of around 6.24 lakh sq ft RERA carpet area from the development and redevelopment of the said land, as per the extant provisions of Development Control & Promotion Regulations (DCPR) for Greater Mumbai, 2034.
Kalpataru to redevelop 4-acre housing society in Mumbai’s Andheri
Kalpataru Ltd acquires rights for housing society redevelopment in Lokhandwala, Mumbai with significant revenue potential. Multiple redevelopment projects in progress in Mumbai suburbs. Market achieves record highs despite rising property prices.
Puravankara set to redevelop 2.5-acre housing society in Mumbai’s Pali Hill
The project holds a cumulative estimated development potential of 4.10 lakh sq ft carpet area with over over 2.15 lakh sq ft available for sale with a potential Gross Development Value (GDV) of over Rs 2,000 crore.
K Raheja Corp to redevelop country’s first mall SOBO Central into luxury residences
Spread over 1.3 acres in prime Haji Ali locality, the mall is expected to make way for an around 50-storey sea-view superstructure with nearly 250,000 sq ft development potential. Based on the current property prices in the vicinity, the project is estimated to fetch over Rs 2,000 crore revenue.
Whale tank: The upscale societies where uber-rich tech and startup czars stay connected and network with one another
In Bengaluru, houses in the Billionaires' Street (Koramangala), Epsilon Villas or Adarsh Palm Retreat (APR) are owned by the likes of Sachin and Binny Bansal, Flipkart cofounders, and its CEO Kalyan Krishnamurthy along with a few Infosys co-founders and the Raveendrans. The owners of several new-age firms such as Unacademy's Gaurav Munjal, PhonePe's Sameer Nigam, Meesho's Vidit Aatrey, the Zetwerk founders dot the palm tree and Mercedes-lined APR. 'India's CTO' Nandan Nilekani, Wipro owners - the Premjis, and Rahul Dravid also own homes in Koramangala, where property rates have already built a formidable moat of exclusivity.
Trying to grow Mahindra Lifespaces five times in five years: Amit Kumar Sinha
Amit Kumar Sinha, CEO of Mahindra Lifespace, aims for significant growth by expanding the brand, increasing sales potential, and focusing on net zero building sustainability. The company has successfully launched projects and has a promising launch pipeline in multiple cities. Sinha says: "The way we look at the real estate market is pre-sales. We have given an external guidance of Rs 2,500 crore for FY25. "
Moneytree realty targets Rs 500 crore sale in the first year of operation
Moneytree Realty, a real estate brokerage firm, aims for Rs 500 crore in sales during its first year of operation, focusing on residential transactions. The company has partnered with prominent developers in Delhi-NCR and Mumbai, leveraging the thriving residential segment. Initially targeting Delhi and Mumbai, Moneytree Realty aims to capitalize on increased demand in areas like Noida and Gurgaon, where transparency brought by RERA has boosted buyer confidence.
Newborn found dead in Noida Residential society's dustbin: Police probe underway
Authorities in Noida confirm the discovery of a newborn's body in a waste bin within ATS One Hamlet complex. Prompt police response led to securing the body for post-mortem examination. While investigations are ongoing to determine the identity and circumstances of the infant's death, no formal FIR has been filed yet. Authorities are committed to unraveling the case and ensuring justice for the newborn. Stay tuned for updates as the investigation unfolds.
Kolte-Patil acquires two redevelopment projects in Mumbai’s western suburbs
Realty developer Kolte-Patil Developers secures two housing society redevelopment projects in Mumbai suburbs, adding 3.06 lakh sq ft saleable area worth Rs 545 crore. The acquisitions align with the company's diversification goals and expand its presence in Mumbai. With these projects, Kolte-Patil now has 15 projects in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region.
Antara-Max Estates to set up integrated senior living facility
Antara has two projects - in Dehradun and Noida - and is launching a third one after 3 years. It intends to launch one project every year and is looking to expand to cities such as Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai, Pune and Goa as demand for senior living has gone up post Covid.
37 housing societies get notice for 'flouting' STP rules in Greater Noida
Residents of different societies had complained to the GNIDA CEO that sewerage was being discharged into the drain without being treated through STP. In Greater Noida, it is mandatory for all the projects being built on an area of 20,000 square metres or more to build their own STP and keep it functional, the authority said.
Builders in Greater Noida get three months deadline to complete projects, registries and address maintenance issues
Builders in Greater Noida have until March 2024 to complete pending residential projects and registries, as well as address maintenance issues, according to a joint committee formed by the Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority (GNIDA). The committee also instructed builders to resolve concerns raised by homebuyers regarding malfunctioning lifts, illegal structures, and pending registries.
Problem with our society is we are not listening to others; we are only listening to ourselves: CJI
Chief Justice of India D Y Chandrachud emphasized the significance of listening and breaking personal echo chambers during Symbiosis International University's 20th convocation. Stressing the power of listening, he urged society to move beyond self-absorption, advocating for humility, courage, and integrity. Chandrachud highlighted that true strength isn't exhibited through anger or disrespect but in facing life's challenges with grace. He encouraged a values-driven pursuit of success, emphasizing kindness towards oneself and openness to questioning, drawing parallels to Savitribai Phule's legacy of advocating education despite adversities.
Rs 1,000 fine for housemaids and delivery personnel for using lift sparks Internet debate
A Twitter user expressed dismay, questioning the logic of imposing a fine on individuals earning Rs 15,000 per month for using the same lift as the affluent residents. The user, however, did not disclose the society's name or location.
Jharkhand to develop a Tribal Development Digital Atlas to map socio-economic condition of tribals
In the first phase, 150 youth which includes 60 girls are being given coaching for various examinations, the statement said, adding this is the country's first residential coaching training programme for the PVTGs and a major step toward their overall development.
Residential complexes in Goa can now have dedicated space to tackle cardiac emergencies
Residential complexes in Goa will now be required to have a dedicated space for automated external defibrillators (AEDs) in order to tackle cardiac emergencies. The decision was made by the Town and Country Planning (TCP) Board in response to the increasing number of heart-related emergencies in the state. Additionally, the TCP board has also decided to grant exemptions for increased floor area ratio (FAR) and height to buildings and properties in housing societies over 20 years old that require redevelopment.
Boy dies after dog bite in Ghaziabad: What parents and residential societies can do to stay safe
The recent death of a 14-year-old due to a stray dog bite has prompted concerns about keeping unauthorized stray pets in residential areas. The incident highlights the dangers posed by stray animals, particularly when they are not vaccinated. It is essential for those who feed stray animals and pet owners to understand their responsibilities and ensure proper vaccination.
Gurugram's high-rise societies asked to provide drawings for structural audit. Check your society's name here
The Department of Town and Country Planning (DTCP) in Gurugram has issued notices to developers, requesting them to submit building drawings of their projects to begin structural audits. The audit is aimed at assessing the integrity and stability of 23 high-rise residential societies within the region. The structural audit cost will be shared between the developers and RWAs.
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