Cheaper homes, faster clearances: Real estate experts lay out reforms for future growth

Recent Views 12 Experts say a single-window approval system could reduce delays for developers by bringing multiple clearances under one process. Digitised land records could also make transactions more transparent and reduce disputes. NEW DELHI: India’s real estate sector needs faster approvals, digitised land records and a dedicated affordable housing policy to tackle rising home…

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India Us Trade Deal: ‘More or less finalised’: India-US trade deal nears signing, says commerce secretary

Recent Views 6 India-US trade deal ‘more or less’ finalised (representative image) The India-US trade deal has been “more or less” finalised, with the two countries now working on a framework for preferential market access before signing the agreement at an appropriate time, commerce secretary Rajesh Agrawal said on Wednesday.Speaking to the media on the…

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‘Disrespectful’ to say Pakistan showed no fight: Joe Root defends Babar Azam’s side ahead of third Test | Cricket News

Recent Views 15 England captain Joe Root has defended Pakistan ahead of the third Test at Edgbaston, saying it is “disrespectful” to claim the visitors have shown “no fight” despite trailing 2-0 in the three-match series.England have already sealed the series after an innings-and-103-run win at Headingley and a 194-run victory at Lord’s. Pakistan have…

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