The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has proposed a "Joint Taxation" system for married couples in the Union Budget 2026-27. This optional regime would allow spouses to pool their incomes and deductions, potentially offering significant tax relief for households with uneven incomes, especially those managing home loans and rental properties.

A significant trend is sweeping Gurugram's real estate market in 2026: buyers are increasingly favoring independent floors over high-rise apartments. Driven by a desire for privacy, faster possession timelines (12-18 months), and upgraded amenities like private elevators and gated security, low-rise living is becoming the new gold standard in the city.

The Uttar Pradesh government has expedited land acquisition for the 76-km Bulandshahr Link Expressway. This new greenfield corridor will connect the Yamuna Expressway to the Ganga Expressway, reducing travel time between Meerut and Noida International Airport to just 45 minutes and triggering a massive real estate boom in the region.

The National Capital Region is set for a massive infrastructure upgrade with 4 new Rapid Rail (RRTS) corridors. These high-speed "Namo Bharat" trains will connect 8 cities, slashing travel times drastically—including a 38-minute dash from Gurugram to Noida.