If a member of a Hindu Undivided Family (HUF) puts their self-acquired property into the common pot, giving up their individual claim, it becomes a joint property, the Karnataka High Court (HC) has ruled. … READ FULL STORY
Property purchases in Agra are lucrative for a variety of reasons. Apart from the fact that this city in Uttar Pradesh attracts a large number of tourists every year being the seat of the … READ FULL STORY
Several legal changes have been made to bolster the position of women in inheritance. With an amendment made to the Hindu Succession Act of 1956 in 2005, daughters have an equal share in their … READ FULL STORY
According to the income tax laws, individuals and entities with income above a certain limit must pay income tax to avoid penalties. Tax avoidance and tax evasion are commonly used terms regarding taxation in … READ FULL STORY
The procedure and laws applicable on division of a person’s self-bought property and his ancestral property are different. Considering the proprietorship of a self-acquired property lies exclusively and solely with the owner, unlike joint … READ FULL STORY
Homes are the epitome of safety and comfort. These are spaces where an individual can feel at ease and relax. Even while buying or building a house, safety and security are the topmost criteria … READ FULL STORY
The Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016, is a parliamentary act that aims to safeguard the interests of the homebuyers, while also assisting in the growth of the country’s real estate sector. The … READ FULL STORY
The Real Estate Regulatory Authority (RERA) was established in each state and union territory under the RERA (Real Estate) Regulation & Development Act, 2016. In 2017, the RERA act came into effect in Assam. … READ FULL STORY
Expressways and highways are vital infrastructure for economic growth and development in India. Well-planned roads boost connectivity, mobility and ease of transportation. One such project underway in Bihar is the ambitious Amas-Darbhanga Expressway. Once … READ FULL STORY
Rapid urbanisation has led to an increased demand for housing and various infrastructural facilities. All development activities in a city are governed by zoning regulations and building by-laws. However, several illegal construction activities also … READ FULL STORY
Land settlements and land revenue assessments can be traced back to the Mughal era. It was subsequently continued during the British period, during which systematic methodologies for land survey were introduced, incorporating traditional and … READ FULL STORY
Property owners in Andhra Pradesh’s Kurnool should pay property tax levied by the Kurnool Municipal Corporation every year. One of the largest sources of revenue for the municipal body, this tax is used for … READ FULL STORY
States in India are empowered to impose taxes on property transactions. This is the leading sources of revenue generation for local governments in the country. This tax is primarily imposed in the form of … READ FULL STORY
