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Bengaluru flat security deposit is 'volunteered robbery': Landlord's surprise deductions leave tenant with just Rs 7,500 out of Rs 40,000 advanceA Bengaluru tenant’s Reddit post has sparked a debate over rental deposits after he claimed that his Rs 40,000 advance was reduced to just ...- Satya Niketan building collapse: Hostel agreement said 'not responsible' for casualties or damage, as 7 die in tragedyA collapsed Satya Niketan PG's tenancy agreement excluded liability for tenant injuries and deaths. The Delhi High Court ordered a high-lev...
- Got into Delhi University? The next challenge for thousands of students is finding an affordable place to stayDelhi University faces a significant hostel accommodation deficit for its students. Many students arriving from outside the city struggle t...
- Third-party logistics firms emerge as largest occupiers of India’s warehousing spaceThird-party logistics firms now lead Indian warehousing demand, driven by e-commerce and manufacturing expansion. These companies increasin...
- SBI's error in depositing TDS cost landlord Rs 2.7 lakh in TDS credit; Landlord fights in ITAT Agra and wins the caseSBI paid Rs 40.62 lakh rent to three landlords but erroneously reported entire TDS against one landlord's PAN, leading to tax dept denying ...
- Should I sell my flat and invest to earn interest, or keep it and earn rent in my retirement?ET Wealth Reader's Query: I own a two-bedroom flat in Bengaluru, which is about 10 years old, and have no outstanding loan. I am a senior c...
- Housing society expels member by passing a resolution with 3/4 majority: Can it force the resident to vacate or sell the flat?If housing society expels resident from membership by 3/4th majority votes, should the resident vacate or sell the flat? Know what the law ...
- UK Renters’ Rights Act: Existing fixed terms tenancy will be converted to periodic tenancies; How it impacts landlords and tenants?UK Renters’ Act: If the tenancy agreement had an end date, it will no longer apply as fixed term tenancy is not allowed; Know how it impact...
- In 1977, this woman fought to stay in Rocky Mountain National Park. Years later, former US President allowed her to stay foreverA family's land dispute inside a national park led to government acquisition. Remarkably, a family member retained the right to lease it fo...
- Supreme Court to hear plea against order upholding rejection of waqf suits for non-payment of court feesThe Supreme Court will hear a plea challenging a Gujarat High Court ruling. This ruling upheld the rejection of waqf suits for unpaid court...
- Resident accused of maintenance default and nuisance wins eviction case lodged by housing society; Maharashtra co-op appellate court explains whyResident ordered by housing society to evict on grounds of maintenance default, creation of nuisance and using open space as his garden; Ma...
- Bengaluru founder says 'greed has no limit' as landlady demands 50% rent hike, then asks him to vacateA Bengaluru entrepreneur has shared his experience of a steep rent hike and subsequent eviction. He alleged that his landlady demanded a 50...
- ITAT Mumbai cancels income tax notice over Rs 8 crore compensation to tenants without their consent; rejects I-T department's contingent liability claimBuilder's hired firm wanted to pay 56 tenants additional Rs 8 crore to vacate land; Tax Dept sent notice citing this payment as contingent ...
- Can housing societies deny common facilities to smaller flats because of lower maintenance fees? Know what the law saysCan a housing society stop access to common facilities by residents of smaller flats on the ground of smaller maintenance? Know what the la...
- Beyond property search: From documentation to maintenance, how India's online real estate experience is changingIndian online real estate platforms are expanding beyond property discovery services. These companies now offer integrated solutions for th...
- Quote of the day by Barack Obama: "Hope is not blind optimism. It's not ignoring the..." — Inspiring life lessons on courage, resilience, leadership, purpose, determination, human potential, and why the greatest victories often begin when the odds seem impossible by the former US PresidentQuote of the day by Barack Obama: Barack Obama’s quote, "Hope is not blind optimism. It's not ignoring the enormity of the task ahead or th...
- Renting a home? Key rights every tenant and landlord should knowA recent Supreme Court ruling bolsters landlord positions in eviction disputes across India. This decision clarifies ownership proof requir...
- Mumbai Port Authority to recover Rs 3,500 cr rental arrears from defaultersMumbai Port Authority plans to recover Rs 3,500 crore in lease rental arrears. Criminal proceedings will be initiated against unauthorized ...
- Staying in a hotel, boxes at a friend's house: A Bengaluru man's house switch turns into a nightmareA Bengaluru resident faced a rental nightmare after two promising deals fell through. His family had to vacate their home and move belongin...
- Joint property given on rent: Can co-owner of property evict tenants without consent of other co-owners? Know what the law saysOne co-owner can evict tenants without others' formal consent. The Bombay High Court and Supreme Court have upheld this right. This princip...
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