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Non-Resident Indians can invest in Indian real estate, including residential and commercial properties, and land for construction, under FEMA rules. While agricultural land is restricted, NRIs can purchase apartments, offices, and plots. Key documents and tax compliance are essential, with specific deductions available for interest and principal payments. Payments must follow prescribed banking channels.

Tribunal Directs Firm To Ensure That Amount Is Distributed Among All Tea Station Shareholders Within 3 Months

Industry players said one of the biggest drivers behind Noida’s evolution into an ultra-luxury housing destination has been the growing presence of branded developments.

Renowned investor Michael Burry, famous for predicting the 2008 housing crash, warns the current AI boom mirrors the dot-com bubble. He highlights excessive venture capital and debt funding, noting many AI startups are unprofitable. Burry questions AI's long-term enterprise value and consumer willingness to pay, suggesting a market crash is imminent.

The Delhi High Court has ordered Apple to fully cooperate with the Competition Commission of India's antitrust probe into App Store practices, rejecting the company's bid to halt proceedings. Apple, which has refused to submit financial data to the CCI since October 2024, faces a potential penalty of up to $38 billion under India's competition law. The regulator cannot issue a final ruling before July 15.

Taylor Swift’s appearance in an Elizabeth Taylor-owned opal jewellery suite has triggered widespread speculation that Travis Kelce may have gifted the $125,000 set. Originally sold through Christie’s and later resold in 2025, the pieces were briefly linked to a sports agent buyer, fueling mystery around their journey. A jeweller behind the sale noted the unusual transaction and later recognized Swift wearing the set. Her personal emotional connection to opals and Kelce’s birthstone link have further intensified discussion, while industry insiders highlight the piece’s rarity and Hollywood heritage.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's appeal to curb non-essential gold purchases has raised concerns within Odisha's jewellery industry. Jewellers argue gold is integral to traditions, and a slowdown threatens the livelihoods of artisans and goldsmiths who depend on steady demand, especially during wedding and festival seasons.

Wedding bells are for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce, with a prenuptial agreement becoming a hot topic. Their substantial combined wealth, estimated in the billions, makes a prenup highly probable. Legal experts suggest the drafting state, with options like Rhode Island and Kansas being favored, could significantly influence its enforceability, as neither star has confirmed wedding plans.

A Kolhapur silversmith crafted a unique 1.5 kg silver replica of the iconic Kolhapuri chappal for a Sangli jeweller's client. The intricate footwear, designed for gifting during Adhik Mas, cost approximately Rs 4.25 lakh, showcasing a blend of tradition and luxury amid rising precious metal prices.

The move to up the gold import duty comes days after PM Narendra Modi appeals to citizens to avoid unnecessary gold purchases for a year. But is a hike in duties an effective way to curb consumption? We take a look:

After a year of delays and customer frustration, Trump Mobile's T1 smartphone is finally shipping to pre-order customers. Despite initial concerns over updated terms and conditions, CEO Pat O'Brien confirmed federal regulatory clearance and PTCRB certification. The T1 boasts a distinctive gold exterior with an American flag, designed with American values.

Billionaire investors Bill Ackman and Sir Christopher Hohn are at odds over Microsoft's future, specifically concerning AI's impact. While Hohn sees AI as a threat to Microsoft's core products, Ackman views the company as central to the AI revolution and has initiated a significant investment, believing its current valuation is attractive for long-term growth.

The latest fuel hike may also influence transmission preferences. While automatic gearboxes have become increasingly popular in urban markets, buyers focused on lower running costs could favour AMT-equipped vehicles over less efficient torque converter automatics. Electric vehicles are another segment expected to benefit, particularly among urban buyers with access to home charging.

Rare harvests, ancient mother trees and silver buds picked at dawn: How tea became an unexpected luxury obsession

ndia's smartphone market grew 5.8% in value in Q1 2026 even as shipments fell 4.1%, with average prices hitting a record $302. IDC's data shows the shift upmarket isn't quite what it looks like—phones under $100 collapsed 59% as memory costs surged, pushing entry-level buyers up a rung. The premium story is real, but a good part of it is forced.

India’s gold imports hit a record $71.98 billion in 2025-26, rising over 24% from $58 billion a year earlier. This was largely due to skyrocketing global gold prices, which have bumped up the value of imported gold.