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A housing society cannot simply keep a member’s money by calling it a “non-refundable” deposit . If the society wants to retain the amount, it must be able to show a valid legal basis for doing so. In a recent ruling, a Co-operative Court made this clear while ordering a housing society in Mumbai’s Kandivali West to return ₹50,000 to a couple, along with interest. The case involved RNA Regency Park Tower Co-operative Housing Society and its members, Jignesh Khiraiya and Kusum K Khiraiya . The court directed the society to refund ₹50,000 with 6% simple interest per year . The interest is to be calculated from January 30, 2022, the date on which the society received the couple’s written demand for repayment, until the amount is fully recovered. The society was also ordered to pay the couple’s legal expenses. How the dispute began The dispute dates back to June 2017, when the couple transferred their flat in the housing society. As part of the process, they paid ₹75,000 as a deposit for ...

भारत में नेशनल हाईवे पर सफर करने वाले लोगों के लिए FASTag ने टोल भुगतान को काफी आसान बना दिया है। पहले टोल प्लाजा पर गाड़ी रोककर नकद पैसे देने पड़ते थे, लेकिन अब FASTag की मदद से टोल का भुगतान इलेक्ट्रॉनिक तरीके से हो जाता है। इससे समय की बचत होती है और टोल प्लाजा पर लंबी कतारों से भी राहत मिलती है। हालांकि, कई बार सफर के दौरान FASTag काम करना बंद कर देता है। कभी टोल प्लाजा का स्कैनर टैग को पढ़ नहीं पाता, तो कभी तकनीकी खराबी के कारण भुगतान पूरा नहीं हो पाता। ऐसी स्थिति में वाहन चालकों के मन में सवाल उठता है कि अगर FASTag काम नहीं कर रहा है, तो क्या उन्हें दोगुना टोल देना पड़ेगा? भारतीय राष्ट्रीय राजमार्ग प्राधिकरण (NHAI) और सड़क परिवहन एवं राजमार्ग मंत्रालय ने टोल भुगतान से संबंधित नियम बनाए हैं। इनका उद्देश्य डिजिटल भुगतान को बढ़ावा देना, यात्रियों को सुविधा देना और टोल प्लाजा पर होने वाली गड़बड़ियों को कम करना है। आइए समझते हैं कि FASTag काम नहीं करने पर टोल का भुगतान कैसे किया जा सकता है और किन परिस्थितियों में अतिरिक्त शुल्क लग सकता है। FASTag काम नहीं करने पर क्या होता है? FASTag ...

Buying a house is one of the biggest financial decisions a family makes. Many couples register their property in both names, believing that joint registration automatically guarantees equal ownership. However, a recent ruling by the Kerala High Court highlights an important legal point: property ownership disputes can depend on the registered documents, financial contributions, and evidence presented before the court. In the case of Kurudankandi Shamsheer v. Raslin , the court ruled in favour of the wife in a dispute over a jointly registered house. The court directed the husband to vacate the property within three months. A key factor was evidence showing that the wife's father had provided money for the purchase, while the husband failed to prove his claim that he had contributed financially. The decision highlights why families should maintain clear financial records when buying property, particularly when parents or relatives provide financial assistance. How Did the Property D...

Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation steps up its recovery campaign, warns of property seizure for eligible cases, and puts officials under pressure to meet collection targets. Property owners in Pimpri-Chinchwad who have been putting off their tax payments may soon face tougher action. The Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC) has directed its officials to intensify efforts to recover unpaid property taxes, warning that properties belonging to persistent defaulters could face seizure proceedings if dues remain unpaid despite official notices. The civic body's latest move reflects its determination to reduce pending tax dues, strengthen municipal revenue and hold officials accountable for delays in collection. Additional Municipal Commissioner Trupti Sandbhor issued the warning during a review meeting on Saturday. She instructed officials to identify defaulters, speed up recovery and ensure that collection targets are met within the prescribed timeframe. The administratio...

आपके मोबाइल पर आया छह अंकों का एक OTP आपकी मेहनत की कमाई को खतरे में डाल सकता है। अगर आपने गलती से किसी ठग को OTP बता दिया है, तो घबराएं नहीं। जानिए तुरंत क्या करें, ताकि आपका पैसा सुरक्षित रहे, बैंक खाता सुरक्षित हो और साइबर धोखाधड़ी की शिकायत सही तरीके से दर्ज हो सके। किसी ठग के जाल में फंसने में कुछ ही सेकंड लगते हैं। फोन करने वाला खुद को बैंक कर्मचारी बताकर कह सकता है कि आपकी KYC की समय-सीमा समाप्त हो गई है, आपका पार्सल अटक गया है या आज रात बिजली कनेक्शन काट दिया जाएगा। इस तरह की बातें कहकर वह आपको डराता है और जल्दबाजी में OTP बताने के लिए मजबूर करता है। जैसे ही आप OTP साझा करते हैं, ठग आपके खाते से पैसे निकालने, अनधिकृत भुगतान करने या आपके डिजिटल बैंकिंग खाते तक पहुंचने की कोशिश कर सकते हैं। हालांकि, OTP साझा करने का मतलब यह नहीं है कि आपका पैसा निश्चित रूप से चोरी हो गया है। समय रहते सही कदम उठाने से धोखाधड़ी को रोका जा सकता है और चोरी हुए पैसे की वापसी की संभावना बढ़ सकती है। अगर आपसे यह गलती हो गई है, तो घबराने या फोन करने वाले से बहस करने में समय बर्बाद न करें। तुरंत ये छह कदम...

Indian Railways warns passengers against loud phone calls, speaker-mode conversations and videos played without earphones. Here is what the law says and how travellers can avoid penalties. Watching Instagram Reels without earphones, playing music loudly or speaking at the top of your voice on the phone during a train journey could land you in legal trouble. Indian Railways is warning passengers against behaviour that disturbs fellow travellers, with penalties that can include a ₹1,000 fine and, in cases of continued nuisance, imprisonment. The warning comes as smartphones have become a common way for passengers to pass the time during long journeys. However, playing videos on loudspeaker or having lengthy, noisy phone conversations can make the journey uncomfortable for everyone sharing the coach. The message is simple: passengers can use their phones, but they must respect the comfort and peace of others. What Is the Rule for Watching Reels on Trains? Passengers often watch short vide...

Have you ever looked at a railway track and wondered why it is covered with thousands of small stones, while many modern metro tracks appear to sit directly on concrete? At first glance, the difference may seem unimportant. However, these two track systems are designed differently to meet specific engineering requirements. The stones found beneath traditional railway tracks are not ordinary decorative rocks. They are an essential part of railway engineering, helping trains travel safely and keeping the tracks stable under enormous loads. Meanwhile, many metro systems use specially designed concrete foundations that provide similar support without the need for loose stones. So, why do traditional railway tracks need stones, and why do many metro tracks not? Let's understand the science behind this fascinating difference. 1. What Are the Stones Under Railway Tracks? The stones spread beneath and around railway tracks are known as track ballast . They are an important component of con...