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AsiaOne
5 hours ago
- Business
- AsiaOne
3-room and bigger Tampines, Toa Payoh BTO flats most popular with first-timers in July HDB launch, Singapore News
Three-room and bigger Built-To-Order (BTO) flats in Tampines and Toa Payoh were the most popular among first-time home buyers in the July 2025 sales exercise which closed on Wednesday evening (July 30). According to information on HDB's service portal at 5pm, more than 22,000 BTO applications were received. This was higher than the 13,200 applications received in the February sales exercise, said National Development Minister Chee Hong Tat in a Facebook post on Thursday. Simei Symphony in Tampines saw nearly 2,400 first-and second-timer families applying for the 240 units of four-and five-room standard flats available. The project - within walking distance to the Downtown Line's Upper Changi MRT station and the Singapore University of Technology and Design - had more than six first-timer families applying for each of the 140 four-room units, and almost eight first-timer families applying for each of the 100 five-room units. The last HDB project in the area was Parc Lumiere, a Design, Build and Sell Scheme (DBSS) development which was completed in 2011. Over in Toa Payoh, the 741-unit Toa Payoh Ascent received more than 5,800 applications from first-and second-timer families. In particular, there were more than six applications for each of the 468 four-room units. Located at the junction of Toa Payoh Rise and Braddell Rise, the BTO project is within walking distance to Caldecott MRT station which serves as an interchange for the Circle Line and Thomson-East Coast Line. Both BTO projects are also popular with first-timer singles with almost 42 applications for each of the 140 units of two-room flexi flats in Tampines, and more than 18 applications for each of the 195 flexi flats in Toa Payoh. At the Sembawang Beacon project, the first in Sembawang North, there were 905 applications for the 607 units of three-room and bigger BTO flats available. In his Facebook post, Chee Hong Tat said that the median application rate of 1.4 for three-room and bigger BTO flats among first-timer families was slightly higher than the application rate of 1.1 in February's exercise. He added that this was lower than that of the three sales launches in 2024, which ranged from 1.6 to 2.6. The July exercise is also the first since the Housing Board announced that singles applying for new flats can join married couples in getting priority access when they buy a home near or with their parents. The new Family Care Scheme (Proximity) streamlines three priority schemes and allows both parents and children to have priority access if they are applying for a new flat to live with or near each other, regardless of marital status. A second component of the scheme, which grants singles priority if they jointly apply for two units in the same BTO project with their parents, will kick in from the October sales exercise. Continued demand for two-room flexi flats Demand for two-room flexi BTO flats remained strong among single and seniors with over 7,000 applications for the 1,321 two-room flexi flats available. Across the seven projects offering two-room flexi flats, the median application rate was 2.5 for seniors and 8.4 for singles. Meanwhile, the median application rate for first-timer families for Sale of Balance Flats (SBF) dropped to 1.8, from 2.6 in February 2025. Three-room SBF flats in Ang Mo Kio, Choa Chu Kang, Geylang, Jurong East/West, Kallang Whompoa, Queenstown, Toa Payoh and Woodlands were least chosen by first-timer families, with less than one application per unit. HDB will offer about 9,100 flats in Ang Mo Kio, Bedok, Bishan, Bukit Merah, Jurong East, Sengkang, Toa Payoh and Yishun for the next sales exercise in October. [[nid:720412]] editor@
New Indian Express
4 days ago
- New Indian Express
Telangana Housing Board official dies during clash over lease dues at Hyderabad function hall
HYDERABAD: An official with the Telangana Housing Board died during a confrontation with the management of a function hall in Mehdipatnam on Saturday morning over unpaid lease dues. The deceased, R Jagadishwar Rao (52), was serving as Assistant Estate Officer. He had accompanied a team of officials to MP Function Hall in Mehdipatnam, armed with a court order authorising the board to take possession of the property. According to officials, the function hall's management had failed to pay lease arrears amounting to over Rs 1.22 crore in more than eight years. The Housing Board team arrived early in the day and began sealing the premises. One gate was locked without incident. However, as they moved to seal the second entrance, they were obstructed by some bouncers and private security personnel deployed by the function hall management. The situation soon spiralled into chaos as the bouncers jostled with the Housing Board team. Amid the pushing, shoving and heated arguments, Jagadishwar Rao collapsed on the spot. He was rushed to a nearby hospital, where he was declared dead. Personnel from the Asifnagar police station arrived soon after receiving information about the incident. A case has been registered and an investigation is underway to ascertain the exact cause of death.
Time of India
4 days ago
- General
- Time of India
PMC commissions three overhead tanks to improve water supply to eastern parts of the city
Pune: The civic body is commissioning three overhead tanks to improve water distribution and pressure in the areas of Vimannagar, Dhanori, Tingrenagar, and Lohegaon from August. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) has also announced changes in the existing water supply schedule on a trial basis in these areas. The revised schedule will take effect on July 31. A civic official said the administration will monitor the water supply from the overhead tanks to the distribution network and the availability of water for the next few days before finalising the revised schedules. The overhead tanks will supply water to Wadgaon Sheri gaothan, Yeshvantnagar, Sainikwadi, Sainathnagar, Sanjay Park, Mahadevnagar, Nagpur Chawl, Housing Board, parts of Lohegaon, Dhanori, Khese Park, Sakorenagar, Shastrinagar, Rajiv Gandhi Nagar, Subhashnagar Kalwad and adjacent areas. An overhead tank constructed in the Vimannagar area has a capacity of 45 lakh litres, while tanks at Kalwad and Lohegaon-Harantal can store 25 lakh litres and 20 lakh litres of water, respectively. The administration has completed the laying of pipes from the overhead tanks to the distribution system. All the tanks will receive water from the Bhama Askhed project. Residents of the Nagar Road, Lohegaon, Dhanori, Vimannagar and Wadgaon Sheri areas have been complaining of low-pressure water supply. Atul Hole, a resident of Lohegaon, said, "It is a much-needed step. We will monitor the pressure of water to check if there is any improvement." Shashi Kasar, a resident of Vimannagar, said erratic and inequitable water supply are major concerns. "The administration should work on providing equitable water to all areas, which will reduce major issues. As of now, some areas are getting adequate water, but some pockets are facing low-pressure supply," Kasar said. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now "Commissioning of overhead tanks will improve water pressure. In addition, we are also planning to commission one more overhead tank that was constructed in the Vimannagar area. We have maintained daily hours of water supply in the revised schedule so that people receive adequate water," Eknath Gadekar, PMC executive engineer, told TOI. The supply of water from Bhama Askhed, which started in 2021, reaches the city's eastern parts located along Nagar Road. The administration has been supplying water from 20 overhead tanks to areas dependent on Bhama Askhed.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
City rows to sporting destination goal on boats of new complexes & old strengths
Bhopal: The city's plan to transform its sporting infrastructure has a dual focus for now— to create 'world-class' facilities to nurture talent and to host prestigious competitions in its backyard. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The sports department is establishing an extensive sports facility across 100 acres, with an investment of roughly Rs 1000 crores in Ratibad. A new international level rowing facility is planned at Upper Lake, and the housing board is developing a sports complex on 17 acres, allocating 200 crores for the project in question. The city currently features notable sports facilities, including a SAI Centre, four prominent hockey stadiums, Faith Cricket Stadium, Shrewsbury Cricket Stadium equipped with floodlights, and Tatya Tope Stadium equipped with modern athletic track and football ground and other games. An international-grade rowing centre will be established in the Upper Lake area of Khanugaon, following the chief minister initial approval. The planned facility, with an estimated cost of 7-8 crores, will be built on 5500 square feet of land. It will include a gymnasium, administrative offices, storage for 100 boats, and other facilities. Building work is expected to begin within a month of receiving official approval. The venue will serve as a training facility for athletes and host national and international events. The organisers plan to commence hosting competitions at this location by 2026. "We will be able to start the process of building the centre as soon as we get the permission. Our plan is to organise competitions here from 2026," says deputy director, sports department, B S Yadav on the project. The new rowing centre at Upper Lake will feature modern amenities designed to international standards. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The facility will accommodate both training sessions and competitive events. The storage capacity for 100 boats ensures adequate equipment availability for athletes. The gymnasium will provide essential strength training facilities, while the administrative block will manage daily operations efficiently. The MP housing board has announced plans for a substantial sports complex in Ayodhya Nagar. The sanctioned project will utilise 17 acres of former quarry land, where presently only a section is available for children's play activities. The Housing Board aims to transform this space into a comprehensive sports facility. "We will soon issue a tender for the appointment of an architect for this project. A plan is being worked out to develop facilities for all major sports here, including a cricket ground, swimming pool, and badminton court," said Rahul Haridas Fating, commissioner, housing board. The Ayodhya Nagar sports complex project represents a remarkable transformation of previously unused quarry land. The planned facilities will include multiple sporting venues suitable for various disciplines. The swimming pool will meet competitive standards, while the badminton courts will be designed for both recreational and professional use. The existing sports infrastructure in Bhopal already supports diverse athletic activities. The SAI Centre serves as a crucial training hub for aspiring athletes. The hockey stadiums too have historically contributed to developing talented players. The cricket stadiums, with their modern floodlight systems, enable day-night matches throughout the year. The sports department's 100-acre development project aims to create an integrated sports ecosystem. The facilities will cater to both elite athletes and community sports programmes. The infrastructure will include training grounds, performance analysis centres, and support facilities for multiple sports disciplines. The housing board's involvement in sports infrastructure development reflects a broader commitment to community wellness. The integration of sports facilities within urban planning demonstrates a holistic approach to city development. This strategy aims to make sports more accessible to residents while creating opportunities for professional athletic development. The timeline for completing these projects indicates a phased approach to development. The rowing centre's targeted completion aligns with plans to host competitions by 2026. The careful planning ensures that each facility meets specific requirements for different sporting disciplines. These developments position Bhopal as an emerging sports destination in Central India. The comprehensive infrastructure is expected to support athlete development, host competitions, and promote sports culture in the region. The investment in these facilities could help in furthering sporting excellence and community engagement.
New Paper
5 days ago
- Business
- New Paper
Nearly half of Tengah's 30,000 planned flats ready by end-2025: Chee Hong Tat
Close to 12,000 Housing Board flats in Tengah have been completed, comprising around 40 per cent of the 30,000 flats launched so far in the new town. Minister for National Development Chee Hong Tat gave this update on July 26 at HDB Community Day, adding that almost half of the planned 30,000 flats in Tengah will be completed by the end of 2025. Speaking at Plantation Plaza in Tengah, Mr Chee said the planning of the new town gave residents opportunities to share ideas for the estate before moving in. "We will continue to work together with our grassroots advisers and community leaders to listen to your views and your feedback as we build up the town. Learning from the positive experience, this is the approach we will also take for other new estates in the future," he said. Since 2019, more than 6,500 Tengah home buyers from 22 precincts have given their feedback via HDB's Tengah Sensing surveys. More than 13,000 Tengah residents have also provided insights and helped shape HDB's plans for the new town, said Mr Chee. "For example, the sheltered linkways and cycling paths that we planned for Tengah were well received by many residents, who shared with us the importance of connectivity infrastructure. "These features are integrated into the design of Tengah's transport routes, so residents can walk and cycle safely throughout the town," said the minister. Noting residents' feedback on the need for more convenient access to amenities, Mr Chee said several key facilities have been developed, and more schools, places of worship and healthcare facilities will be built. By end-2026, a total of eight new bus services will be introduced in Tengah and Brickland, he said, adding that two of them will begin operations by the end of 2025. One of these is bus service 872, which will connect residents to the East-West Line at Chinese Garden MRT station from August 2025. Mr Chee said the opening of Plantation Plaza means Tengah residents will have more access to food options and other necessities, with 69 out of 75 shops now open. He said the remaining six shops are expected to be operational by this quarter. Tengah's second neighbourhood centre, Parc Point, will begin operating in the first quarter of 2026, added the minister. "Parc Point will be a vibrant hub, with a new polyclinic and over 40 shops offering a wide range of dining and retail options, all within convenient reach of Tengah Bus Interchange," he said. While it is important to have good infrastructure in place, Mr Chee noted, a town is more than its buildings and hardware alone. "It is the residents, it is the people, who are living here and use the facilities, who call this home and bring this town Tengah to life." One such Tengah resident was 16-year-old Phoebe Tan, who received the Friends of Our Heartlands award on July 26 for her contributions to the new town. She was part of the team of volunteers who launched School's Out, Fun's In @ Tengah, a programme held in November 2024 that transformed void decks in Tengah into stations with games such as hopscotch. Since 2019, more than 6,500 Tengah home buyers from 22 precincts have given their feedback via HDB's Tengah Sensing surveys. ST PHOTO: BRIAN TEO Phoebe, a secondary school student who lives in Tengah with her parents and two siblings, said: "We organised it in such a way that each void deck had one station game, so residents could familiarise themselves with different parts of Tengah as they played the games." She added: "I don't think anyone is ever too young to start on something they are passionate about. For me, I wanted to be caring and do something for this community." Tengah resident Madhavan Ramakrishnan, 34, a piping designer, also took home the Friends of Our Heartlands award. He was among the volunteers who created a life-size version of Snakes And Ladders for residents at HDB Community Day. The game includes tips on how to be good neighbours, he said, such as reminders to be considerate by keeping public spaces clean. Mr Ramakrishnan moved to Tengah in 2024 with his wife, who is now pregnant, and their four-year-old daughter. He said: "I just wanted to help Tengah grow into a community, and let my kids grow up in a neighbourly home."
