It is no wonder that Hyderabad ranks among the most sought-after Indian cities to live in. On the one hand, you have a rich cultural heritage that dates back to the Mughal era, replete with awe-inspiring Islamic architecture and traditional cuisine that has its base on recipes that date back a few centuries.

On the other hand, you have an ultra-modern city, poised to be a global leader in technology, choc-a-block with the biggest brands, a melting pot of international cuisine to choose from, and an education system that’s on par with the best in the world, efficient infrastructure and a nightlife that is second to none.

If you’re considering making this city your home or investing in some real estate, we’ve curated a list of six top gated communities in Hyderabad for your perusal.

1. Rainbow Vistas- HiTech City

There are multiple reasons why Rainbow Vistas features on our list of the best gated communities in Hyderabad. The property boasts over 2000 apartments spread over a vast area of 22 acres, making it one of the largest gated community apartments in Hyderabad.

Flanked by two lakes and ample breathing space for residents, the property has 2, 3 and 4-bedroom luxury apartments with a host of amenities. The sizes of the apartments range from 1250 square feet to an uber-spacious 3000 square feet.

The amenities comprise everything from a clubhouse and an air-conditioned gym to a host of indoor and outdoor sports as well as a supermarket, pharmacy, coffee shop, spa, beauty parlour, modern security systems and more, making the property pretty much self-sufficient.

2. My Home Navadweepa- HiTech City

Among the city’s hustle and bustle, My Home Navadweepa offers residents much-needed space and fresh air, making it what many call the best society in Hyderabad to live in. The property features four fabulous high-rise towers that house a select 556 units.

Apartment sizes range from cosy 2-bedroom apartments to more spacious 3-bedroom and 5-bedroom apartments. The price of an apartment here varies between INR 9,000 per square foot to INR 10,000 per square foot.

These homes feature plenty of natural ventilation, premium fittings and top-quality flooring across all rooms. Among the amenities offered to residents are an enormous clubhouse, a cycling and jogging track, a swimming pool, power backup, plenty of garden spaces, ample parking spaces for residents and visitors and round-the-clock security.

Considering the additional benefit of proximity to some of the city’s well-known educational institutions and medical services, it is no wonder that My Home Navadweepa features on our list of the best gated communities in Hyderabad.

3. Divine Allura- Chandanagar

Divine Allura is a gated community apartment complex in Chandanagar spread over 5 acres. It makes our elite list of gated communities in Hyderabad because of its amenities.

Divine Allura has world-class amenities, such as a swimming pool, clubhouse, top-of-the-line security and a creche for toddlers. A few other facilities over here include a children’s play area, ample parking space, a bank with ATM facilities, power backup and much more.

Another endearing feature of this property is that it has eight towers with only five floors each. These towers house 397 2 and 3-bedroom apartments, ranging in size from 1074 square feet to 1722 square feet. The average cost of these apartments is pegged at approximately INR 3,699 per square foot.

4. Elegant Floatilla- Manikonda

Elegant Floatilla in Manikonda has multiple features to make it qualify as one of the top gated communities in Hyderabad.

It is located in a prime locality, on the 80-feet ring road in Manikonda. The property is spread over 4 acres and features only 282 exclusive units. So residents have plenty of green space and do not have to bother about being close to each other. The property boasts six towers, each of which is only five storeys.

The sizes of the luxurious 2 and 3-bedroom apartments in Elegant Floatilla range from a spacious 1300 square feet to a staggering 3240 square feet.

The amenities offered at Elegant Floatilla include a swimming pool with a children’s pool area featuring slides, a gym, an ATM, power backup, ample parking space, RO water systems, indoor and outdoor sports/gaming facilities, a banquet hall, library and more.

5. Aparna Cyberzone- Nallagandla

Aparna Cyberzone is spread across a sprawling 21-acre campus, in which it houses 1350 apartments across 21 towers with 10 storeys each.

The apartments at Aparna Cyberzone are available in 2 and 3-bedroom variations and vary in sizes from 1245 square feet to 1855 square feet. The promoters of this property claim it features a blend of traditional values and modern architecture.

Aparna Cyberzone features enough modern amenities to make it a self-reliant gated community. It has supermarkets, outdoor and indoor play areas, a basketball court, a badminton court, a swimming pool, a community hall and more.

Additionally, Aparna Cyberzone is well-connected with public transport and offers luxurious living at affordable prices, making the property more appealing. Here, the 2-bedroom apartment costs about INR 56 lakh, while the 3-bedroom ones are about INR 90 lakh.

This perfect blend of affordability and opulence is why Aparna Cyberzone features on our list of luxury gated communities in Hyderabad.

6. Hill Ridge Springs- Gachibowli

Located amid Hyderabad’s IT hub, Hill Ridge Springs has been developed by IVR Prime Urban Developers and features 16 towers with 11 floors, each spread over 4 acres of pristine land.

The builders have infused modern architecture with Feng Shui and Vastu principles, which shows in multiple aspects of the property, from how the homes are designed to the thoughtful walkways, rock gardens, water bodies and more.

Residents can choose from 2, 3 and 4-bedroom apartments, the sizes of which range from a comfortable 1100 square feet to a sprawling 3700 square feet.

The list of amenities matches the world-class build quality. It includes a separate service lift for staff and deliveries, professionally maintained gardens, walkways, a swimming pool, outdoor tennis courts, a basketball court, a huge clubhouse and more.

Depending on the size of home you choose and whether you opt for a renovated, redesigned or fully furnished home, expect to spend anywhere between INR 60 lakh to INR 2 crore for an apartment over here.

With its proximity to IT offices, world-class hospitality and entertainment, some of Hyderabad’s best educational institutions and top-notch medical facilities, Hill Ridge Springs in Gachibowli deserves its spot on our list of the best gated communities in Hyderabad.

 

In continuation to our efforts in improving usability, increasing engagement, increasing collection, reducing the operational efforts, and supporting acquisition and retention in the system, we have identified and rectified the following product gaps and added certain valuable enhancements to the product.

Security

• Right to be Forgotten Approval 

Since GPPR has been rolled out to our societies, multiple users exercise their right to be forgotten from the MyGate Platform. The users reach out to us via the ‘Right to be Forgotten’ option in the app and request us to delete their details from the platform. The admins are required to approve the request before deletion by the Data Protection Officer. Currently, this process was manually done via emails. We have enabled the admins to approve/reject the requests through our dashboard for better visibility and logs.

People Hub >> Residents >> GDPR Deletion Requests

• Mobile number search field in the Service Providers List

Another search field in the service providers listing page has been added through which the admins can search using the mobile number for easier fetching of data. This will help the admins to search the service provider details with the mobile number in case the name or passcode is unavailable.

People Hub >> Service Providers >> Service Providers List 

• Bulk Deletion of Vehicles 

The admins did not have an option to bulk delete vehicles and this was causing difficulty in large societies as admins had to delete them one by one.  The admins can now enter the details in the sample format provided and upload the same to delete multiple vehicles at the same time.

Society >> Parking >> Vehicle List >> Bulk Deletion >> Enter the details in the sample format >> Upload >> Submit

ERP

• One-click TDS Payment to Government

Record TDS payments made to govt under the taxable report section. Now the accountants/admin users can not only view the TDS payable to govt but also select the individual TDS entries and make payment against those transactions. This will help the user to build more visibility on the paid and unpaid entries.

Dashboard >> Financial Reports >> Tax Reports >> TDS Payable Report

• Multiple Bill Plans – Handling Excess Payment

While booking a receipt amount more than the dues amount, the admin/Accountant should have an option to allocate the excess value in advance ledgers of his/her choice. To meet this, we have introduced excess amount reporting and allocation space below the settlement table and via dropdown selection and input value. 

Dashboard >> Accounts >> Dues and Receipts >> Dues >> House Dues >> Receipt Form

In case of multiple advances –

• Inventory Report v2.0

1. New report table with relevant filters to track stock updates/usages transparently
2. New table in print and download
3. New filters introduced – Stock Name/ID, Custodian/Staff & Location/Asset

Assets & Inventories >> Inventory >> Reports

• Conversion of accumulated penalty to ledger entry on demand

To address the following admin difficulties – 

1. Booking the accumulated penalty within the FY of its generation to ease auditing
2. Transfer of accumulated penalty on a monthly basis to Tally

This new advanced action would enable the admin to convert the provisional penalties until the date of his choice to be replaced by an actual aggregated penalty invoice of the same value. This booked income can then be used for auditing or transfer. 

The batch of penalty invoices generated would have the marker of ‘Converted’ in its title along with the name of the bill plan it is generated for. Deleting these batches would revert the conversion applied to the accumulated penalties.

Dashboard >> Accounts >> Dues and Receipts >> Dues

Account statement view:

• Beneficiary Account verification for Rent Pay & Society Charges

Enhancing the user experience and avoiding any failure in any payment. We have brought in a validation where the beneficiary account (Landlord’s/Society’s Bank Account) would be added and a penny drop test would be done to check the authenticity of the account. This will help the user cross-verify the account before going ahead with payment.

App Home Page >> Rent Pay >> Landlord details >> Checkout

• Search implementation in filters

Reducing the daily burden on Accountant and Admin users doing multiple scrolls, we have added search boxes in the filter options under Assets, Inventory, Add Asset, Add inventory, Create a Purchase request and Create a request for quotation, implementing it in 30 + locations.

Assets & Inventories >> Inventory >> Reports

• Vendors – Filter and Pagination

With the new search functionality on the vendor page, now an Admin/Accountant can fetch the details much faster and avoid multiple scrolls.  Also, the number of vendors displayed on a page has been limited to 20, enabling faster loading time and easier viewing.

People Hub >> Vendors

• Mumbai Penalty – GST will now be associated with the penalty principal 

This update is applicable for societies where GST on the Mumbai Penalty system is enabled. The system, traditionally, has not strictly associated the GST value to its penalty principal – resulting in the application of a fresh penalty on subsequent invoices for the unpaid GST. With the improvement, now new penalty will not be charged on that unpaid GST unless the software is specifically configured to compound over penalties.

• Flow changes to New Penalty automatic generation

To handle the following cases – 

1. Need for separation of generated penalty invoices belonging to various bill plans to manage dues and sequencing
2. Need for mention of ‘Tax Invoice’ if GST is enabled on penalty to meet compliance

When a resident makes a payment against his/her accumulated penalties under multiple plans, the system would segregate the generated penalty invoice into corresponding parts. A new naming convention for the title of such invoices is also introduced.

• GST Output Report – Total and GST Rate Columns

To bring more usage readiness to the report, we have added two new columns – total amount and GST rate. The total amount column sums the GST and the taxable amount while the rate column is especially helpful with varying output rates in the case of non-members.

Financial Reports >> Tax Reports >> GST output Report

• Dues Page – Security Deposit Summary

The total security deposit collected in the society is now available as a summary on the new dues page.

Accounts >> Due and Receipts >> Dues

• Handling Penalty in FD

Previously when the penalty was applied on premature FD, the additional JE entries for it were not associated with the principal transaction. With the current update, we have made the necessary changes under the FD section enabling the journal entries to be shown under General Ledger while applying a penalty over Premature FD.

Additional Notes : 

Meter Edit to allow details reset

• Edit meter number should allow the details to be reset.
• DB for the first house will be replaced with blank, allowing correction in the second meter.

Format Issue in Dues Report Download

• The excel file name now contains the name of the report
• The first two rows summarize the society and period information
• Formatting should be changed to number for value cells

MyGate

Bangalore is one of India’s fastest-growing cities. It has the highest rate of employability and is the top choice for women seeking employment. It takes pleasure in being the city that caters the most to millennials with its business forums, quiet environment, and easy accessibility to a. Upscale apartments are popular in the city. Imagine waking up to the sun’s first rays illuminating one of the nation’s top cityscapes. Bangalore is a beautiful city with world-class amenities and infrastructure.

List of top luxury apartments in Bangalore: based on amenities and building quality

1. Sobha HRC Pristine Luxury Apartments, Jakkuru- Luxury at its best!

Sobha HRC Pristine is a green paradise in north Bengaluru. The luxury apartments in this property have access to clear sky, pure water, and untouched surroundings. Sobha HRC Pristine is located near Kempe Gowda International Airport, international schools, world-class hospitals, IT clusters, and recreational areas. Its newest residential property includes 3- and 4-bedroom luxury flats, penthouses, and rowhouses, making them one of the best flats in Bangalore.

Teak, mango, and silver oak trees beautify Sobha HRC Pristine’s natural landscape, and extra care has been taken to retain its distinctiveness. The apartments offer cool clay cladding, a bio-pond, a flowing stream, bird’s nest coves, and a reflexology walk.

2. Prestige Kingfisher Towers Luxury Apartments, Lavelle Road- Elevated modern luxury

These unique luxury apartments are in Bangalore’s Lavelle Road area. The project overlooks UB City and Cubbon Park, offering stunning views of the city’s most chic neighbourhoods. The 33-storeyed structure has flats starting from the 5th floor. The project features 3 towers—A, B, and C—each with 8,321 sq. ft. 4-bedroom apartments. Each unit of Prestige Kingfisher Towers has its own lift lobby, service lift area, and access to the clubhouse, pool, and gym. It is one of the top apartments in Bangalore to rent or own.

3. Prestige Leela Residences– Stellar amenities at your fingertips!

The ultra-luxury residences in Kodihalli Prestige Leela Residences comprise an upmarket east Bangalore property. Prestige Leela Residences is exquisitely designed to resemble the Mysore Royal Palace. The 3-acre property has 88 units of 4 BHK luxury residences. Indulge in a traditional lifestyle at Prestige Leela—one of the best apartments in Bengaluru!

4. Tata Promont Luxury Apartments, Banashankari- Your urban oasis

The Tata Group, one of the country’s oldest and most renowned business houses, has forayed into real estate under the brand Tata Housing. It has created the Promont atop Banashankari hill, Hosakerehalli in south Bangalore. Tata Promont is one of the best luxury apartments in Bangalore and among south Bangalore’s most iconic residential spaces.

The Promont is one of the most desirable “Hill Residences” in Bangalore, comprising 312 units of 3- and 4-BHK apartments and penthouses spread across 4 storeys. The Promont is a self-contained hamlet spread across 14 acres of lush natural landscape that offers modern pleasures and services and convenient access to the city and other essential locations.

Tata Promont provides numerous ways to break routine. Everything needed to live well can be found here. Enjoy the newest box office successes at the pretty little theatre or relish foreign cuisines without having to commute. The 3-level clubhouse has all this and more to rest, recharge, and entertain. All these features make Tata Promont one of the top apartments in Bengaluru.

5. RMZ Latitude– Lifestyle you deserve!

RMZ Homes’ magnificent creativity in development and architecture is well-known. RMZ Lattitude in Hebbal, Bengaluru, is a premium property. The 3.92-acre home development features green-lined boulevards and gardens. The property has 122 units of 3- and 4-BHK apartments with modern amenities. Rich, stylish decor, and international-standard amenities make RMZ Latitude one of the best apartments in Bangalore for rent and ownership.

6. Embassy One Four Seasons—Upscale living

The Embassy Group is one of the largest realty developers, with 54 million sq. ft. of real estate developments across India, Europe, and East Asia. The group’s ultra-luxury Embassy One Four Seasons caters to affluent clients. It is a 2.96-acre property with 109 ultra-luxurious apartments. The facilities on offer are a’ la carte services, limousine service, butterfly gardens, pools, and saloon services. North Tower contains 1- and 2-BHK apartments and South Tower has 3- and 4-BHK flats. The best apartments in Bangalore for rent or purchase are the 2-BHK luxury properties at Embassy One Four Seasons.

7. Phoenix One– Best luxury apartments in Bangalore west

Phoenix One is truly iconic. International architects Benoy and RSP built this 30-storey skyscraper to please selective clientele. The roughly 17-acre site features a beautifully planted green zone developed by Site Concepts of Singapore. Phoenix One Bangalore West provides vast, expansive apartments overlooking the cityscape comprising 4-bed homes with family and study facilities, 3-bed homes, 2-bed homes with a family room, and penthouses. Phoenix One is yet another property with the best apartments in Bangalore for rent.

A massive central green zone, an internal boulevard, and a 50,000 sq. ft. clubhouse with a temperature-controlled indoor pool, indoor and outdoor Wi-Fi connectivity, a bowling alley, multi-level outdoor pools with jacuzzis, a high-tech gym, fine-dining, and designated outdoor and indoor party areas offer you resort-like living in the city. Phoenix One Bangalore West meticulously integrates luxury, comfort, and lofty design with home automation technology and concierge services.

8. Phoenix Kessaku, Rajajinagar- Epicentre of luxury!

Phoenix Mills Ltd is one of the country’s largest retail-led mixed-use developers, noted for its large-scale developments. Phoenix Kessaku can be counted as the developer’s most popular endeavour following mega-commercial successes. The property is located in Bangalore’s Rajajinagar area. The premium home property is modelled on a Zen sphere and Far East architecture with 110 units in 5 towers named Zora, Niwa, Mizu, Faia, and Zefa. It has an infinity pool, garden, mini theatre, and more. It is among the best apartments in Bangalore for rent.

9. Karle Zenith Residences- Spacious modern living!

Karle Infra is noted for its architecture and planning. Bangalore, Mysore, and Goa residents may be familiar with this developer. Karle Zenith is one of the top luxury apartments in Bangalore, combining high culture and a premium lifestyle. The project boasts several first-rate amenities. This 4-acre property has 396 units of 3- and 4-BHK apartments that are among the best flats in Bangalore.

10. Total Environment Windmills of Your Mind– Experience the lifestyle!

The residential development “Total Environment Windmills of Your Mind” is probably the most aesthetically pleasing luxury apartment property in Bangalore. The developer’s architectural style is well-known for incorporating natural features. Total Environment Windmills of Your Mind combines luxury and calm. It is located in Whitefield, East Bangalore, and is a 24-acre premium residential project with 4-BHK simplex, duplex, and triplex residences and villas. Beautiful gardens, a water zone, and a courtyard make it one of the top apartments in Bangalore.

11. Sobha Indraprastha– Luxury, location, and convenience!

Sobha Limited is a reputable developer known for its sustainable urban development strategy. Sobha Indraprastha is in Rajajinagar, West Bangalore, and comprises a 37-storey tower with state-of-the-art facilities. Spread over 9.37 acres, the property has 356 luxurious 3- and 4-BHK homes and offers the best luxury apartments in Bangalore.

12. Salarpuria Sattva Luxuria– Style reimagined!

The Salarpuria Sattva Group is a trusted brand. It has come up with a luxurious apartment development in Malleshwaram, West Bangalore. The property is popular for its well-crafted concrete and glass architecture. This luxury complex has 197 units of 4-BHK flats for rent and ownership. It’s one of the best apartments in Bangalore for rent.

Who doesn’t desire a lovely home in an affluent city? These towers are perfect for a luxurious and relaxing house. They are right in the heart of the nation’s IT hub, which makes them much more appealing! Now, it remains to be seen which among these best luxury apartments in Bangalore has piqued the reader’s interest!

There is no shortage of options for purchasing luxury apartments in Chennai in 2026. The Chennai property market is flooded with luxury developments across locations, making it tough to choose.

If you are looking for the best apartments in Chennai that offer class and luxury, here is a list of the top 10 apartments.

1. Casagrand Olympus

The Casagrand Olympus is a high-end project in Mandaveli, Teynampet, with easy access to important roads such as the St Mary Road. The project is spread over an area of 0.49 acres. Developed by Casagrand, one of the city’s most experienced, the project is now midway through to completion.

Notable features:

• Only two apartments on each floor.
• All units have ventilation from three sides.
• Breathtaking views of the sea and the Adyar river.
• Italian marble was used in making the foyer, living room, lounge, and dining room.

Amenities:

• Gymnasium
• Power backup
• Indoor games
• Elevators

2. Ozone The Gardenia

Ozone, The Gardenia offers premium apartments in Chennai. The location is well-connected by main roads such as the Chennai Bypass Expressway, Poonamallee High Road, and Konnur High Road. Ozone The Gardenia occupies a total of one acre of land. As the name suggests, the project is built by Ozone, a well-known developer in Chennai. It consists of 32 units, with the 4-BHK apartment units priced at INR 6.50 Cr, measuring 3640 square feet in size.

Notable features:

• RCC substructure is supported by a pile foundation.
• Lift lobby – Marble or equivalent wall covering.
• Green walls, foam concrete, glass, and louvres as exterior finishes.
• Lobby false ceiling made of gypsum.

Amenities:

• Swimming pool
• Gymnasium and sauna
• Kids’ play areas/sandpits
• Power backup
• Rainwater harvesting
• Clubhouse
• Indoor games

3. E-Residences

E Residences is a premium residential development located on Club House Road in Anna Salai, Chennai, next to the Express Avenue Mall in Royapettah. The property is situated in the centre of the city and consists of 5 striking towers that house 153 Uber Luxury air-conditioned apartments, with sizes ranging from 3000 square feet to 6500 square feet.

Notable features:

• 330 degree ventilation & expansive balconies
• 5 eye-catching towers on a 5 acre estate

Amenities:

• Swimming pool and toddlers pool
• Gymnasium and sauna
• Children’s play area
• Power backup
• Coffee shop
• Health club
• Indoor games
• Multipurpose hall
• Courts for badminton and tennis, etc.

4. Olympia Sky Villas

Olympia Sky Villas, located in Navallur, is an exceptional project created by Olympia. The 4-BHK apartment units, priced around INR 5.00 Cr, are the Jewels in the crown of Olympia Sky Villas. The location is easily accessible by major roads like the East Coast Road, State Highway SH 49, and the OMR Road. Besides world-class facilities, there are 18 units in the project currently which are all ready to move.

Notable features:

• Plunge pool and home automation in every unit.
• 18 premium duplexes with one exclusive entrance per floor.
• Living, drawing, and dining areas with imported marble flooring and bedrooms with designer wooden flooring.

Amenities:

• Gymnasium
• Café/Coffee bar
• High-speed elevators
• Reading room/library
• Conference room

5. Olympia-Park Residence

Located at the heart of Kotturpuram, one of the most affluent and posh neighbourhoods in Chennai, Park Residence – By Olympia covers an area of one-acre-plus land. A brilliant specimen of architectural brilliance, this project has on offer some of the best luxury apartments in Chennai. The 3-BHK units are priced at INR 6.64 Cr and occupy an area of 2766 square feet. The 4 BHK flats, on the other hand, are priced between INR 7.99 Cr and INR 12.33 Cr.

Notable features:

• A total of 31 residences spread over three floors.
• Reinforced concrete structure.

Amenities:

• Swimming pool
• Gym
• Party lounge
• Landscaped terrace
• Power backup
• Clubhouse

6. Kalpataru One Crest

One Crest project, located in Nungambakkam, Chennai, has been built by Kalpataru Limited, an award-winning real estate company. The project boasts a tower with AC duplexes and a grand entrance lobby. The 11-feet-high ceiling, designed to allow natural light in, is truly spectacular. In addition, the project includes a total of 43 units. The spacious 4-BHK apartment units are valued at INR 9.5 Cr and occupy 3800 square feet. The 5BHK+5 Units, with a size of 5777 square feet, are priced at INR 14.44 Cr.

Notable features:

• Marble flooring.
• 100% Vastu-compliant project.
• Stretched out sundecks.

Amenities:

• Swimming pool
• Gymnasium
• Aerobics/Yoga room
• Elevators
• Intercom facility
• Jacuzzi
• Power backup
• Landscaped gardens
• Community centre
• Rainwater harvesting

7. Akshaya Homes Abov

Akshaya Homes is a well-planned and intelligently built residential complex in Chennai’s Maraimalai Nagar neighbourhood. The project combines attractive designs and contemporary architecture with well-ventilated and spacious apartments. The 4-BHK apartments range in size between 6000 and 6514 square feet. Furthermore, the unit size of the 5-BHK apartments is roughly 10887 square feet.

Notable features:

• A total of 31 residences spread over three floors.
• Reinforced concrete structure.

Amenities:

• Swimming Pool
• Spa
• Aerobics room
• Squash and tennis courts
• Cycling and jogging tracks
• Clubhouse
• Indoor games

8. TVH Quadrant

TVH Quadrant, a beautiful project created by the Chennai-based TVH, covers an area of 2.5 acres. The project is located in Shastri Nagar, Adyar and is well-connected by roads such as Kalki Krishnamurthy Road, Durgabai Deshmukh Road, and Anna Salai Mount Road. There are 126 units in the project; out of these, the 3-BHK apartments are available for INR 4.36 Cr with property sizes ranging from 2235 square feet to 3260 square feet. The property also offers spacious 4-BHK apartments, between 3595 square feet and 3615 square feet in size. If you are looking for High Rise Apartments In Chennai with a spectacular view, you now know where to look!

Notable features:

• Italian marble floors.
• Decks with floor-to-ceiling windows and imported fittings.

Amenities:

• Gymnasium
• Power backup
• Swimming Pool
• Home automation
• Spa
• Clubhouse
• Indoor games

9. Arihant Housing Jashn

Arihant Housing Jashn is a magnificent project built by Arihant Foundation, a renowned developer in Chennai. The project is located near Egmore, Royapuram and is well-connected by important roads. Offering some of the most premium apartments in Chennai, there are, in total, eight units, all of them marked ready to move. For those interested in buying a high rise apartment in Chennai, it is advisable to go for the 3-BHK apartments, covering an area between 2750 square feet to 2850 square feet each. Priced in the range of INR 4.13 Cr to INR 4.35 Cr, the apartments will offer complete value for money.

Notable features:

• Beautiful landscape and residences that are naturally ventilated and space optimised units.
• Four storeys holding eight big flats.

Amenities:

• Gymnasium
• Swimming Pool
• Intercom
• Kids’ play areas / sandpits
• Clubhouse
• Rain water harvesting

10. Brigade Residences

Brigade Group, one of India’s premier property developers, is the force behind the Brigade Residencies project, offering some of the most ultra-luxury apartments In Chennai. It is conveniently located on Chennai’s IT corridor, in Perungudi. This well-known Chennai property is an integrated neighbourhood featuring residential, commercial, and hospitality spaces. Each one is built to the greatest international standards.

Notable features:

• Besides two 26-story towers, there are 298 podium-level 3-bedroom residences and 4-bedroom penthouses.
• Endless sea views to the east and lake to the west.

Amenities:

• Gymnasium
• Swimming Pool
• Courts for tennis, squash, and badminton
• Regular library
• Mini theatre
• Spa & salon
• Kids’ play areas/sandpits
• Clubhouse
• Indoor games
• Multipurpose hall, etc.

We hope this blog will help you in finding the best luxury apartment in Chennai to buy or rent.

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If you’re planning to be a homeowner, a residence in a co-operative housing societies would have been recommended a good deal. The proliferation of co-operative housing society and related legal framework across India is a mammoth subject of study. To better understand the basic concept and the fabric of co-operative housing societies, this article is a good place to start.

Essentially, a co-operative housing society is a membership-based legal entity made of one or more residential buildings. You become a member by buying shares in the housing co-operative. In return, as a member, you get the right to occupy a housing unit in the society, be it an apartment or a house. A commonly accepted definition states that in a housing co-operative, the members “pursue the same cause of meeting the common need of housing or its improvement based on mutual assistance.” To elaborate, it is a democratically governed enterprise that entails voluntary management, shared expenses and community living. To borrow from Alexander Dumas’ The Three Musketeers – One for all, and all for one – is the motto of a co-operative.

The origin of co-operative housing societies

In India, the idea was introduced by the British who founded the first Co-operative Societies Act in 1904 but only applied to credit societies for farmers. The first co-operative housing society was established in 1909 in Bangalore called The Bangalore Building Co-operative Society, followed by the Bombay Co-operative Housing Association in 1913, which also established the first ever model bye-laws. The Central government formed the Co-operative Societies Act in 1912 to lay down constitutional mandates for co-operatives.

The post-independence era saw a slow but steady growth of housing societies aided by five-year plans. In 1969, the National Co-operative Housing Federation was formed as a common forum to aid housing societies to get funds and general insurance, conduct research and to assist State Level Co-operative Housing Federations. Due to rapid urbanisation and government intervention, housing societies have received the benefit of multiple state and central level schemes, which provide loans and land development assistant, in addition to amendments in co-operative housing laws that are more friendly to small to medium housing societies.

Types of cooperative housing societies (categorised on type of ownership):

There are two levels of housing societies; (1) primary housing societies at the individual level, and (2) Apex Co-operative Housing Finance (ACHFS) at the state level. According to a housing co-operative profile dissertation on Shodhganga, these ACHFS consist of around 92,000 housing co-operatives all over the country out of which, about 31,000 housing co-operatives are affiliated to State level ACHFS for getting financial aid. The rest of the co-operatives are those that get finances from other sources and those which have repaid their loans fully.

(1) Ownership Housing Societies: The society holds the land on lease or freehold basis by societies, and members own the houses.

(2) Co-Partnership Housing Societies: These housing societies hold both land and building, either on leasehold or freehold basis and allot flats to their members.

(3) House Mortgage Societies: Such societies lend money to their members for construction of houses. The members have to build a house on their own.

(4) House Construction or House Building Societies: The society provides the money to the member for building the houses and live in them. The money spent is recovered as a loan.

What are the characteristics of a co operative housing society?

• Open to all: Regardless of your gender, caste, social status, political or religious beliefs, you are welcome to join a co-operative housing society.
• Voluntary organizations: Housing societies are voluntary in their functioning, based on the idea of self-help and self-reliance.
• Democratic Ownership: Co-operatives are by the people, for the people, of the people. Office bearers/ representatives are chosen through a fair process of election.
• Self-regulation: Co-operative housing societies are operated and governed by members, thus are truly autonomous and independent in all aspects.
• Training and information: Co-operatives train and educate members with respect to management, legal compliance, and benefits of a communal living so that they can perform their parts effectively.
• Mutual help: By the means of various local, national and international structures and paradigms, co-operatives enable members follow best practices and help them create better living conditions.
• Concern for members: Welfare, convenience and prosperity of every member is the priority of a co-operative without self-interest and power plays within its functioning.
• Financial contribution: Each member contributes equally towards common properties and maintenance.
• Limited liability: Expenses are shared equally in maintenance and to the extent of contribution made by each member

Legal entity: A registered co-operative is a legal entity subject to local, national laws

What is the procedure to become a member in a cooperative housing society?

Once you decide which co-operative housing society you wish to be a part of, you need to apply for a membership in the prescribed form and fulfill the following terms:

• pay the full price of the number of shares needed for admittance and the entrance fee.
• declare information with respect to any other property/home you or your family own anywhere in the area of the society’s operation.
• present a guarantee that the flat/home you are investing in will be used for the purpose for which it is being purchased and for no other reason.
• declare all your sources of income/your dependence on others as a source of income.
• a certified copy of the stamped agreement you’ve entered into with the Promoter (Builder) or transferor.
• any such other declarations required under any bye-laws of the society.

Government policies and legislation

As such, each state has its own version of model bye-laws which you are required to follow as a member of a co-operative housing society. Other than that, below listed are some legislations that you could read up on.

• Co-operative Societies Act (1912, 1950) for national level legislation and policies
• The Multi-state Co-operative Act (2002) for the National Federation and Multi-State Co-operative Societies
• National Building Code (including compliance to make buildings earthquake resistant)
• Societies Registration Acts which differs from state to state
  Each co-operative society falls under the purview of the Registrar of Co-operative Societies which is appointed by the state government.

What are the advantages of living in a co-operative housing society?

• Housing societies are affordable since the cost per member goes down considerably in terms of all services and amenities.
• It is not a public enterprise nor is it a profit seeking initiative. The very motive of a housing society is to provide a fair financial deal to its members, eliminating any exploitation or centralised financial control.
• Housing societies are safe and secure environment to live in since every member is screened and vetted before allowing membership. Criminal elements are not entertained. Such is not the case in other types of residential areas.
• Living in a housing society is an asset when it comes to tax deductions. Since you are considered a homeowner, you can deduct your portion of real estate/mortgage tax paid by the society.
• Members have a say from the inception to the redevelopment stages of the society, in terms of design and planning. Maintenance and overhead charges are kept at minimal and divided equally among all members.
• Outside intervention (such as a landlord) is eliminated. As a homeowner, you are secure and get to enjoy the benefits of residency for as long as you wish. Even after you vacate the premises, your post occupancy benefits remain intact.
• You are a part of a bigger, more diverse community that encourages brotherhood, camaraderie and social acceptance.
• You can avail better management, amenities and well-maintained facilities in a joint venture such as a co-operative. Since the members are prompt to act, take care of the premises with a feeling of ownership and allow voicing of opinion for each member, everyone’s needs are duly met.
• Co-operative societies are stable and reliable. Members may come and go, but since society has its own legal existence and the means to sustain itself, it is a long-term arrangement, ideal for investment as well as residence.

What are bed Bugs: appearance and life cycle

If you have been experiencing red, itchy rashes on your skin then it may be because of bed bugs. You must look out for bugs on your mattress or surrounding furniture and check if there are any bed bugs. But, how do you know if what you are seeing are bed bugs or not?

Bed bugs look different in each of their life stages. Hence, it becomes important to become familiar with each stage of their life cycle. Bed bugs are not harmful as such but their infestation can be psychologically triggering and make you unnecessarily anxious. It’s best to get rid of them to avoid any unwanted trouble.

The lifecycle of bed bugs

Understanding the lifecycle of bed bugs can help you know how long the infestation of bed bugs will last. Bed bugs do not travel on their own and hence, ignoring them can cause the infestation to grow even more. Taking the time to examine any bed bugs in your home can tell a lot about the extent of infestation in the home. A typical bed bug life cycle can be divided into mainly three stages – the egg stage, the nymph stage and the adult stage.

1. Egg stage

Eggs of bed bugs are small and difficult to identify. A bed bug infestation keeps on growing once it has started due to the frequency with which the female produces her eggs. Bed bugs lay their eggs in clusters in the cracks and corners of walls and furniture. A female can lay up to 5 eggs per day for her entire adult life. The eggs are extremely small in size, about 1mm and if the eggs are over five days old then a small black spot can be seen on the eggs. The eggs hatch 7-10 days after the female has laid them. After the bed bugs’ eggs are laid, in a week or two the eggs turn into nymphs and start looking for mammals to start their feeding routine. Since bed bugs hatch in a very short period, you will likely see more bed bugs every day since the beginning of the infestation. But, how does the infestation actually begin?

Most bed bugs enter your luggage in an infested hotel room or may get onto your clothes. Bed bugs can also enter via shared walls in your apartment. As soon as they have entered through a medium, they start spreading to other locations. The female bed bugs look for a hidden crack or crevice to lay their eggs in nooks and corners of beds, paintings or other pieces of furniture. They usually lay their eggs in clusters. So, if you are someone who frequently travels, you must take care of your belongings, wash your dirty clothes at the earliest, keep them away from the bed, wash your bed sheets often and vacuum clean your home.

2. Nymph stage

As soon as bed bugs hatch they start looking for their first blood meal from mammals. Bed bugs move from the egg stage to the nymph stage very soon. Freshly hatched eggs are called nymphs. They look for their blood meal before they can moult into their first instar nymph stage. They undergo a five-stage moulting process in five weeks after which they mature into an adult. Bed bugs undergo various nymphal stages before turning into adult bed bugs. Like many other insects, bed bugs shed their exoskeleton during each of their nymphal stages.

Nymphs are smaller than adults and lighter in colour than adults although they may look similar. Nymphs are translucent or straw coloured. They turn red after having their first blood meal from a mammal. Both adult and nymph bed bugs take about five to ten minutes for a complete blood meal. Bed bugs usually bite during the night as that’s when you are most likely to be on the bed. You may not feel their bite on your skin but your skin may see a small allergic reaction. This is mainly due to the proteins found in the saliva of bed bugs. You may experience itching if you scratch at the spot continuously. The reaction to the bite may stay on for about 1-3 days.

3. Adult

Adult bed bugs measure up to 4.5 mm long. An average adult bed bug lives for four to six months or a year depending on the natural conditions. An adult bed bug may obtain a blood meal once every week and can live longer without any food. After five weeks of maturation, adult bed bugs are capable of breeding and reproduction. Adult bed bugs give birth to new bugs and continue with their infestation. Adult bed bugs have flat, brown bodies and can grow to about an inch in length. Adult bed bugs are oval-shaped and their bodies enlarge after they have fed. An adult bug may obtain a blood meal once every week and can live longer without any food. Bed bugs can stay healthy even if they feed for about three to ten minutes every few days. They can go on for long periods without eating any food. Bed bugs’ lifespan is about 12 to 18 months. Throughout their lifespan, each female can create multiple generations of bed bugs throughout your home.

The appearance of bed bugs

Bed bugs are tiny and the size of a seed. Nymphs are smaller than adults, translucent, straw coloured. Nymphs are visible to the naked eye if they haven’t fed recently. Eggs are pearl white in colour and can be seen if they are more than five days old as they develop a black spot. Adult bed bugs are the largest in size. These can grow to about an inch. They are long, brown and have a flat, oval-shaped body. Bed bugs are smelly with a musty-sweetish odour which is produced by glands present on the lower side of their body.

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