Indian Tycoons

In India’s rapidly growing urban centers and Tier 1 cities, owning a house or flat is not just a dream—it’s also an investment. Many homeowners buy properties with the idea of earning monthly rental income. But in the process, certain legal questions arise: If you rent out your flat, do you still qualify as a “consumer” under Indian law? Can builders deny your consumer rights by claiming that your property purchase was for business purposes? Recently, the Supreme Court of India provided clarity on this important issue, delivering relief to millions of homebuyers across the country. The Context: Buying Property vs. Renting It Out Urban residents often invest in flats or apartments with dual goals: owning a home and earning rental income. However, some builders have argued that when a flat is rented out, the purchaser is no longer acting as a “consumer.” They claim that such purchases are intended for business purposes and, therefore, the buyer cannot avail the protections of the Consume...

भारत ने राइड-हेलिंग की दुनिया में एक बड़ा और नया कदम उठाया है। देश को अब अपना पहला सरकार समर्थित, सहकारी राइड-हेलिंग ऐप मिल गया है, जिसका नाम है भारत टैक्सी । यह ऐप अब पूरे देश में आधिकारिक रूप से लॉन्च हो चुका है। भारत टैक्सी को सहकारिता मंत्रालय द्वारा शुरू किया गया है और इसका संचालन सहकार टैक्सी कोऑपरेटिव लिमिटेड कर रही है। दिल्ली-एनसीआर जैसे क्षेत्रों में सफल पायलट परीक्षण के बाद, 5 फरवरी 2026 को केंद्रीय गृह एवं सहकारिता मंत्री अमित शाह ने इसका देशव्यापी शुभारंभ किया। भारत टैक्सी का उद्देश्य बिल्कुल साफ है— न कोई बिचौलिया, न भारी कमीशन, और ड्राइवरों के लिए सम्मान व सुरक्षा। यात्रियों के लिए इसका मतलब है पारदर्शी किराया और भरोसेमंद सेवा। ड्राइवर सिर्फ कामगार नहीं, बल्कि भागीदार भारत टैक्सी को बाकी ऐप्स से अलग बनाता है इसका सहकारी मॉडल । ओला और उबर जैसे निजी प्लेटफॉर्म पर ड्राइवरों को “गिग वर्कर” माना जाता है। कंपनी किराया तय करती है, नियम बनाती है और हर राइड से बड़ा कमीशन काटती है। इससे ड्राइवरों की आमदनी कम हो जाती है और अनिश्चितता बनी रहती है। भारत टैक्सी इस सोच को बदलती है।...

If you are planning to travel abroad or return to India from another country, there is important news for you. The Government of India has officially introduced new Customs Baggage Rules, 2026 , bringing major relief to Indian residents as well as foreign tourists. These new rules came into effect on 2 February 2026 and replace the older baggage regulations. The changes mainly focus on increasing duty-free limits and clarifying how much mobile phones, gold, jewellery, and other personal items travellers can bring into India without paying customs duty. Let’s understand everything step by step. What Are the Customs Baggage Rules? Customs Baggage Rules decide: How much value of goods you can bring from abroad Which items are duty-free How much gold or jewellery is allowed What electronic items you can carry When customs duty becomes applicable These rules apply to Indian citizens, Non-Resident Indians (NRIs), and foreign tourists arriving in India by air or sea. The government has now ...

Share buybacks have become a common corporate strategy across the world. Companies often use buybacks to return excess cash to shareholders, improve financial ratios, and signal confidence in their future. However, with the rise of buybacks, governments introduced a special levy called Buyback Tax to ensure fair taxation. Many investors hear this term but don’t fully understand what it means or how it affects them. This article explains buyback tax—what it is, why it exists, and what it means for companies and investors. What Is Buyback Tax? Buyback tax is a tax charged on companies when they repurchase their own shares from shareholders. Instead of distributing profits through dividends, a company may choose to buy back its shares from the market. This reduces the total number of shares outstanding and often increases earnings per share, which can support the share price. To prevent companies from using buybacks purely as a tax-saving method, governments impose buyback tax. In India,...

मुंबई, जिसे अक्सर “सपनों का शहर” कहा जाता है, अवसरों के साथ-साथ महंगी जीवनशैली के लिए भी जाना जाता है। किफायती किराए ढूँढना या हर महीने भारी मेंटेनेंस चार्ज देना यहाँ के निवासियों के लिए आम समस्या है। खासकर कोफी पैराडे या नारिमन पॉइंट जैसे प्राइम इलाके, जहां महंगे फ्लैट किराए और रखरखाव की वजह से लोग अक्सर परेशान रहते हैं। लेकिन क्या आप विश्वास कर पाएंगे कि मुंबई में एक सोसाइटी ऐसी भी है जहां रहकर आपको पैसे भी मिलते हैं ? हाँ, बिल्कुल सही पढ़ा आपने! ये है जॉली मेकर टॉवर । एक अनोखी हाउसिंग सोसाइटी जॉली मेकर टॉवर कोफी पैराडे के दिल में स्थित है। यह कोई साधारण अपार्टमेंट बिल्डिंग नहीं है। जहाँ मुंबई के अन्य फ्लैट मालिक महंगी मेंटेनेंस फीस देते हैं, यहाँ इसके बिल्कुल विपरीत होता है। जॉली मेकर के रहवासी ना तो कोई मेंटेनेंस फीस देते हैं और ना ही किसी तरह का खर्च उठाते हैं। इसके बजाय, उन्हें हर साल लगभग 2.5 लाख रुपये का भुगतान किया जाता है । यह चौंकाने वाली जानकारी रियल एस्टेट कंटेंट क्रिएटर विशाल भार्गव ने अपनी वायरल वीडियो में साझा की। उन्होंने कहा, “मुंबई में इस बिल्डिंग में रहकर आपको 2....

Buying your own home is a dream for almost everyone. Food, clothing, and shelter are the three basic needs of human life, and owning a house represents stability, security, and long-term financial planning. In today’s world, rising property prices have made buying a home difficult for many middle-class families. This is where home loans play a crucial role, making home ownership possible through long-term, manageable EMIs. However, taking a home loan is not just about getting bank approval. It is equally important to understand eligibility rules, EMI affordability, and most importantly, the tax benefits available on home loans—especially under Section 24(b) of the Income Tax Act. Many first-time buyers either overlook these details or misunderstand them, which can lead to poor financial decisions later. This guide explains everything you need to know about home loans, eligibility, EMIs, and tax benefits in simple and easy language. Why Buying a Home Is Becoming Harder Today Affordable ...

Inflation is one of the key indicators of an economy’s health. It reflects the general rise in prices of goods and services over time. While factors like supply shortages, fuel prices, and global events are often discussed, loans and credit play a critical yet often overlooked role in shaping inflation . Loans are more than just money borrowed from banks—they are a powerful tool that can increase spending, boost demand, and influence asset prices . Understanding this connection helps individuals, businesses, and policymakers navigate economic challenges effectively. How loans influence inflation At its core, inflation occurs when demand exceeds supply . Loans affect this balance by increasing the amount of money available for spending . When people and businesses borrow, they gain the ability to spend beyond their current income. If spending grows faster than the production of goods and services, prices rise, creating inflation. 1. Loans increase money in circulation 💸 Banks create m...