How will the Homebuyers Benefit after Lower Stamp Duty in West Bengal
In a pleasantly surprising move, the West Bengal government, in the state budget proposal, announced major incentives to the homebuyers. It announced the reduction of circle rates by 10% and reduction of stamp duty by 2%. The scheme will be valid till September 30, 2022. Because of Covid 2nd wave, the economic activity took some…
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How to Manage the Stress of Covid 2nd Wave Even if New Infections are Decreasing
Sreetama never expected this. Even in her worst nightmare, she could not imagine such a turn of events. Her world seemed to be falling apart. A few months of persistent struggle, slow recovery from a sudden crisis — all seemed to be coming to an end. Her husband Sujoy constantly tells her to cheer up…
Monsoon Rains are almost on Us and How it Changes Our Lives
Why is the monsoon rains such a welcome relief to almost all Indians? In spite of the waterlogged roads after a heavy shower, in spite of the discomfort of carrying a water-drenched umbrella, and in spite of occasionally catching the cold, sneezing, and fever, we love rains in every city in India, especially in Kolkata….
Why Should You Choose to Live in a Housing Complex During the Covid Pandemic?
Are there really a lot of advantages of living in a housing complex these days? Is there better safety? Does the community and the infrastructure help to live a more fulfilling life? Sambit Roy lives in a gated community with his beautiful wife Sreetama and their 7-year-old daughter Rini. They really think that living in…
This Summer is Going to be the Extremely Hot — How will You Cope?
We are experiencing unbearable heat every summer in India. It is expected that 2021 will be no different. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has stated that the summer season is expected to be warmer than usual over most regions of India except some southern states. Kolkata weather is extremely humid in addition to being hot,…
What Steps You Can Take to Conserve Water This Summer
These days, school projects involve the parents so much that they become part of the project team along with their child. So, when Aditya informed his parents that he must submit a project on ‘how to conserve water this summer,’ his parents swung into action. A brainstorming session followed. Everyone came out with a number of ideas…
Poila Baishakh in Kolkata — A Day of Good Food, Fun, and Socialising
These days, Dr. Rajat Chatterjee is often getting late in going to the hospital. His two daughters are vigorously practising for the upcoming cultural programme in the housing complex on Poila Baishakh. With their mother joining them, his breakfast is often late. Nevertheless, he enjoys the new cultural environment in his house as his daughters…
What are the Locational Factors that Impact Property Prices
Property prices in any city depend on a plethora of factors. It’s the various parameters of a location that determines property prices to a great extent. Any community grows on the back of a neighbourhood where any property is situated. Be it your child’s growth or family’s safety, this community plays a big role in…
What are the Pros and Cons of Buying a Flat vs a Bungalow
Sanchita always had a dream. A dream of her own home. A well-decorated home, a piece of heaven of her own, without the prying eyes and ears of the ‘next door’ neighbours. She was born and brought up in Jamshedpur where the ubiquitous apartments did not make their marks in her childhood. She lived in…