Builders in Bihar have to follow rules prescribed under building bye-laws in the state. We will discuss these in detail in this article. What are building bye-laws? Building bye-laws are legal tools that … READ FULL STORY
Joint development agreements are becoming a common form of real estate development in India, as the government formulates policies and laws that facilitate the coming together of various stakeholders to participate in mutually beneficial … READ FULL STORY
Home buyers in India have multiple platforms where they can register their complaints against developers, in case of any misdemeanour or offence. These include civil courts, consumer courts and the latest dedicated platform, the … READ FULL STORY
A non-resident Indian (NRI), who is interested in buying a property in India, can do so. However, his property investment must be made in line with the provisions of the Foreign Exchange Management Act … READ FULL STORY
A son-in-law has no right in a property belonging to his father-in-law, even if the former has made contributions for the construction work of the said property, the Kerala High Court has ruled. Giving … READ FULL STORY
The central government in India, in 2016, introduced a code to resolve insolvency cases amid a spike in the number of bankruptcies. This law is known as the IBC or the Insolvency and Bankruptcy … READ FULL STORY
After the implementation of the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act (RERA), home buyers are optimistic that the new law will protect their interests. However, the moot question is, whether people know how to … READ FULL STORY
Indian Muslims are governed by their personal law or the Muslim Personal Law (Shariat) Application Act, 1937. The law related to inheritance among Muslims is derived from the religious scripture, the Quran (Sunna), the … READ FULL STORY
Construction projects by their very nature are dependent on several factors and circumstances, both, foreseeable and unforeseeable. Delays in completing construction projects are normal in our country. The majority of construction disputes relate to … READ FULL STORY
Non-agricultural use of plot only after infrastructure in place, rules MahaRERA A plot has to be registered with the RERA if it has only a conditional conversion certificate, says the state authority August 17, … READ FULL STORY
Property encroachment is a serious concern in India. Civic authorities across India are finding it difficult to curb this menace. It not only puts additional pressure on infrastructure but also increases the burden on … READ FULL STORY
There are several benefits to buying a property in a woman’s name, either as the sole owner or as a joint owner, with governments and banks offering several sops. “Aspiring home buyers can seek … READ FULL STORY
Prabhat Kumar bought an apartment in Greater Noida West through a trusted property agent. However, following the collapse of a building in Shahberi, which forced the authorities into action, Kumar’s project was found to … READ FULL STORY
