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No one flaw will shipwreck every transaction, but the cumulative effect of these risks can be disastrous. Always calculate 'real' net gains after deducting all taxes and inflationary effects

What does this mean to the housing sector in India? The GST reforms may not bring a big breather to homebuyers because lower cement prices and compliance costs will not completely eliminate the impact of the tariff-driven cost hikes

The simplified framework is expected to make the tax implications of buying homes clearer, potentially bringing significant numbers of first-time buyers and fence-sitters to the market

Where is the real problem? The authorities sometimes claim it is because of lack of funds, and at other times troubles with land acquisition. Often, the real reason is just clashing agendas of opposing politicians

From net-zero homes to low-carbon construction techniques, from smart energy management systems to on-site solar integration, this trend is now the focus of NRI-targeted campaigns

From Arabesque motifs on Jamdani rugs to Italian chandeliers styled like Venetian gondolas, to hand-carved rock sculptures bringing ancient European monuments to life, here's a list of travel-inspired decor and furniture for your home

Transferring wealth from U.S. stocks to Indian bricks is more than just a response to market volatility — it is a recalibration of how NRIs view financial security, asset utility, and long-term returns

Five textile designers talk about the need for a physical space to experience crafts, a requisite earlier only for bridal wear gurus, as post-COVID 'try then buy' becomes the new mantra

With tier-3 cities in India fast emerging as high-opportunity zones for the hospitality industry, 'pilgrimage towns' are the new pull for overseas Indians interested in sustained investment

The NRI homebuyer is discerning, digitally savvy, culturally rooted, and globally exposed. With NRI investments expected to cross $50 billion by 2030 - driven by rising disposable incomes and favorable currency trends - this segment holds immense strategic value