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Maharashtra Announces Fee Waiver for Transgender Students, Orders Universities to Add ‘Third Gender’ Option in Admissions

The Maharashtra government has directed universities to waive academic fees for transgender students and introduce a “Third Gender” option in admission forms, aiming to improve access to higher education and ensure inclusive campuses across the state.

Supreme Court: Renting Out Your Flat Won’t Stop You from Suing Builder for Delays – Big Win for Homebuyers

In a major boost for homebuyers, the Supreme Court has ruled that merely leasing or renting out a purchased residential flat does not disqualify buyers from filing consumer complaints against builders for delays or unfair practices. The verdict in Vinit Bahri vs MGF Developers restores a dismissed case and clarifies that builders must prove “commercial purpose” to exclude consumer status.

Realty Stocks See Volatile Start as Indian Markets Open; Nifty Realty Trades in Red

Real estate stocks in India opened on a weak note as the Nifty Realty index slipped over 3% in early trade. Major developers including DLF, Prestige Estates, Lodha Developers and Oberoi Realty traded lower, while Godrej Properties showed relative resilience amid volatile market sentiment.

Big Relief for Housing Societies: ITAT Mumbai Allows Deduction on Interest from Co-operative Banks

The ITAT Mumbai has ruled that co-operative housing societies can claim deduction under Section 80P(2)(d) on interest earned from deposits with co-operative banks, offering significant tax relief and settling a long-standing dispute.

ICRA Projects 9–12% Revenue Growth for Indian Hotels in FY2026; Occupancy, Room Rates to Stay Strong

ICRA expects India’s hospitality sector to grow 9–12% in FY2026, with premium hotel occupancy at 72–74% and room rates rising further as demand continues to outpace supply for the next 2–3 years.