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Chennai’s new home launches drop by 31% in 2016 due to political crisis: Report

New home launches in Chennai have been impacted by political uncertainty, taking the total launches down by 31% to 6,400 units during 2016, according to a latest report by Cushman and Wakefield. “The ticket size of launches in the mid segment witnessed an increase of 40% in 2016 to Rs 81 lakhs. This surge in …

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10% discount on online applications for new water connections

BENGALURU: Till March 31, the Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB) will provide 10% discount on prorate basis for those applying online for new water and sanitation connection for their buildings. Pro rata is the one-time payment made to the board while getting water and sanitary connection to their buildings. In a circular sent …

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Metrowater to source water to quench parched Chennai City

CHENNAI: Metrowater will bring 180 million litres of drinking water from alternate sources to maintain its current supply during summer. Following the failure of the north-east monsoon, Metrowater slashed its regular supply of drinking water from 830 million litres a day (MLD) to 550 MLD. The Poondi, Chembarambakkam, Redhills and Cholavaram reservoirs hold only about …

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Citizens dub Bangalore Development Authority’s consultation meetings on Comprehensive Development Plan 2031 ‘a sham’

BENGALURU: Although the decision of the Bangalore Development Authority (BDA) to include citizens in the planning process by holding consultations on the draft of the Revised Master Plan 2031 or the Comprehensive Development Plan (CDP) appeared to reflect the government’s intent in taking democracy to the grassroots, citizens who participated in the public consultation meetings …

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