In Mumbai’s premium residential market, luxury is increasingly being defined by everyday convenience rather than lavish amenities. One feature that has emerged as a key differentiator is ramp parking, with many homebuyers now viewing it as a hallmark of high-end living. The trend is becoming evident across redevelopment projects in
In a significant ruling for property owners involved in redevelopment projects, the Mumbai bench of the Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT) has held that merely signing and registering a redevelopment agreement does not amount to receiving an immovable property and, therefore, cannot trigger taxation under the anti-abuse provisions of the
Mumbai Monorail services remain suspended despite receiving mandatory safety approvals for the upgraded Communication-Based Train Control (CBTC) signalling system, leaving commuters waiting for an official reopening date from the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA). The 19.54-km monorail corridor between Sant Ghadge Maharaj (SGM) Chowk and Chembur has been undergoing
Buying a luxury apartment in Mumbai does not always mean complete freedom over every corner of the home. In several premium residential projects across areas such as Worli, Bandra, Powai and Lower Parel, residents are often restricted from drying clothes, towels or other items on balconies or outside windows, despite
The Bombay High Court has upheld the deemed conveyance granted in favour of a housing society in Mumbai’s Vile Parle area, ruling that developers cannot delay transferring land and building ownership to flat purchasers with the intention of benefiting from future Floor Space Index (FSI) potential. Justice Sandeep Marne, on
The Mumbai Metro Line 5 project, which will connect Thane, Bhiwandi, Kalyan and Ulhasnagar, is progressing rapidly, with the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) accelerating construction activities and preparing for the upcoming phases of the corridor. The 32-km-long Metro Line 5 has been divided into three phases. While work
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has approved a proposal to use advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), drones and satellite imagery to identify and tackle illegal constructions and encroachments across Mumbai. The proposal, introduced under Rule 59 and cleared by the BMC General Body, aims to strengthen the civic
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has proposed awarding a Rs 2,241 crore contract to Afcons Infrastructure Ltd for the construction of a 7.175-km underground water tunnel that will connect the proposed Manori desalination plant with Mumbai’s existing water distribution network. The proposal has been placed before the civic standing committee
Panvel has outlined a long-term infrastructure development strategy with a strong emphasis on strengthening water security and improving transport connectivity, following a high-level review meeting chaired by MLA Prashant Thakur. The meeting, attended by senior officials, elected representatives and Panvel Municipal Corporation (PMC) functionaries, assessed the progress of major civic
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) is planning to construct a 7.2-km underground tunnel to integrate Mumbai’s first seawater desalination plant at Manori with the city’s existing water distribution network. A proposal to award the design, construction, operation and associated infrastructure contract worth Rs 2,241.3 crore to Afcons Infrastructure Ltd will
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