How Much Apartment Space Can ₹10 Crore Buy in Top Metros? Mumbai Offers the Least, Costs the Most
Knight Frank’s Wealth Report 2026 shows Mumbai remains India’s priciest luxury‑real‑estate market, where ₹10 crore (≈$1.2 million) purchases only 1,033 sq ft of high‑end apartments, a 3% drop from 2024. In contrast, the same budget buys 2,207 sq ft in Delhi and 3,843 sq ft in Bengaluru, the latter offering the most space per rupee. Despite a 5.4% rupee depreciation, prime prices rose 8.7% in Mumbai, 6.9% in Delhi and 9.4% in Bengaluru. The report also highlights India’s surge in ultra‑high‑net‑worth individuals, with Mumbai accounting for over a third of the nation’s UHNWI population.
‘From Almost Zero’: Bengaluru Couple Becomes Homeowners at 28 and 29, Shares Emotional Journey
A Bengaluru couple, aged 28 and 29, achieved first‑time homeownership after an 18‑month journey of intensive research, budgeting, and loan negotiations. They accumulated a down‑payment of roughly INR 20 lakh (about $24,000) and secured a 20‑year mortgage at an 8.5% interest rate....
‘Don’t Fear AI, Use It Carefully and Consciously', Says CJI Surya Kant
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant told judges not to fear artificial intelligence, urging its use as a supportive tool rather than a substitute for human judgment. He highlighted AI’s potential to speed legal research, streamline case management, and cut...
KRERA Pulls up Developer for Failing to Comply with Its Orders; Slaps a Penalty of up to 5% of the...
The Karnataka Real Estate Regulatory Authority (KRERA) has ordered a penalty of up to 5% of the project cost against Ozone Urbana Infra Developers for ignoring earlier directives to refund homebuyers. The authority previously mandated refunds of ₹1.42 crore (≈$171,000) and...
Consumers in a Fix over Prepaid Smart Meters, Await UPERC Order
Consumers in Uttar Pradesh are awaiting a ruling from the UP Electricity Regulatory Commission (UPERC) that could let them switch from prepaid smart meters to post‑paid billing. The move follows a Central Electricity Authority (CEA) notification and a clarification by...
RailOne Glitch Puts Ticketless Travel Back on Track
A geo‑fencing flaw in Mumbai’s newly launched RailOne ticketing app lets passengers purchase unreserved tickets while the train is in motion, bypassing the system’s safeguard against ticketless travel. The problem surfaced during a routine ticket‑checking drive on a Kalyan‑bound AC...
Dermatologist Highlights 3 Most Important Factors that Cause Skin Barrier Damage; Shares Tips to Prevent It
A dermatologist has identified three primary culprits that damage the skin’s protective barrier: excessive cleansing, harsh chemical ingredients, and environmental aggressors such as UV radiation and pollution. The expert recommends gentle, pH‑balanced cleansers, barrier‑supporting actives like ceramides and niacinamide, and...
Supreme Court Intervention Clears Uttarakhand Man’s Negative CIBIL Score
The Supreme Court intervened in a five‑year dispute to clear a Uttarakhand businessman’s negative CIBIL credit score that persisted despite having no loans or defaults. The petitioner, Rajendra Singh Panwar, argued that shared PAN numbers caused other individuals’ defaults to be mistakenly...
Repeated Crackdowns Notwithstanding, Unsafe Blood Banks Thrive in Lucknow
Around 60 blood banks, including 29 charitable ones, operate in Lucknow despite repeated Food Safety and Drug Administration (FSDA) inspections that uncovered critical safety lapses. Inspections have repeatedly flagged missing testing equipment, absent qualified doctors, and poor record‑keeping, yet many...
Beyond Book Closing: Investors Reposition Real Estate in March Rebalance
In March 2026, Indian high‑net‑worth and retail investors are treating the fiscal year‑end as a data‑driven rebalance opportunity rather than merely a tax‑saving sprint. Real‑estate allocations are moving toward premium, tokenised assets, with total sales value in the top seven...
Social Security April 2026: Payment Dates, New Earnings Limits, and Key Deadlines Retirees Should Know
April 2026 brings several key Social Security updates for retirees. Payment dates are staggered by birthdate—April 9, 15, or 23—with an early April 3 deposit for pre‑May 1997 beneficiaries or SSI recipients. The 2.8 % COLA lifts average benefits to roughly $2,015‑$2,071, but higher...
Do Protein Shakes Boost or Harm Sperm Count in Men? IVF Specialist Explains What's Safe and What's Not
Protein shakes are not inherently harmful to male fertility, but contaminated or excessive products can impair sperm count and motility. Dr Kshitiz Murdia of Indira IVF warns that anabolic steroids such as stanozolol, methandienone, and boldenone have been found in some...
The 2026 Oscars’ Most Vital Moment Won't Be Best Picture
The Oscars’ traditional “Big Five” categories are being challenged to add a Best International Feature award, spotlighting films such as *It Was Just an Accident* and *The Voice of Hind Rajab*. These movies, directed by Jafar Panahi and Annemarie Jacir, present intimate...
Screenplay of Arundhati Roy's ‘In Which Annie Gives It Those Ones’ to Release in Revised Edition
Arundhati Roy’s screenplay for the cult play “In Which Annie Gives It Those Ones” is being issued in a revised edition. The new version incorporates previously unpublished scenes and updates the text for contemporary readers. The release is aimed at...