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Indian Express
12-07-2025
- Business
- Indian Express
Real estate market of Pune sluggish as demand has softened: Report
The bi-annual report recently released by The Gera Developments Private imited (GDPL) highlights that after seven years of consistent growth in prices, sales and supply, the market is experiencing a consolidation phase driven by 'sticker shock', the cumulative effect of rising prices and increasing home sizes. The Gera Pune Residential Realty Report says, 'While prices rose at a moderate 7.31% year-on-year, this still added significantly to total ticket sizes. Over the past five years, prices have climbed by 40% and average home sizes by 25%, resulting in an overall 76% increase in the average sticker price. Consequently, buyers in the Budget and Upper-mid segments are facing affordability challenges, while affluent buyers are gravitating towards larger, more comfortable homes.' Speaking about the market shifts at a press conference in the city, Rohit Gera, Managing Director, Gera Developments Private Limited, said, 'We are witnessing the market respond to a steep escalation in total ticket size, what we're calling Sticker Shock. Even though interest rates have come down over the last 6 months, affordability remains a concern as the total outgo for buyers has increased by 76 per cent over five years. The steep increase in sticker price has led to sticker shock and has caused people to slow down their purchase decision, resulting in the demand softening.' Gera added, 'Developers are responding cautiously by slowing new launches and recalibrating configurations. I expect smaller home sizes to return to the market, making homes more affordable not through pricing corrections but by offering compact yet efficient layouts. For buyers, this is a critical time – choosing projects by developers with strong financial stability is more important than ever.' As per the report, prices of new projects launched are down by 4.73 per cent over the last year, while the overall market is still on an uptrend. East Pune recorded the highest price appreciation across the city marking a 9.6 per cent growth followed by West Pune which saw a 6.8 per cent appreciation. Currently Pune has 2,605 residential projects under development, up by 6.7% since June 2024. However, the market is consolidating, small projects (<100 units) fell 39% since 2018, while large projects (>500 units) surged by 70%, the report said Areas such as Hinjewadi, connected by the new Metro corridors, have seen stable pricing and increased traction from affordability-focused buyers. 'Pune's real estate market is entering a phase of strategic recalibration,' the report added.
Arabian Post
01-07-2025
- Business
- Arabian Post
How Dubai-Based Ex-Wall Street CFA Tan Gera is Helping Investors Master the New Financial System
After discovering institutional inefficiencies in traditional finance, this young CFA is helping investors access opportunities previously reserved for Wall Street. The mahogany-paneled conference room fell silent. On the 47th floor of one of Wall Street's most prestigious firms, Tan Gera stared at his computer screen in disbelief. The evidence of systematic insider trading was not only shocking—it was the final piece of a puzzle he'd been putting together for months. As a rising star in investment banking, the safe move would have been silence. Instead, that moment became the catalyst for a revolution that's now helping thousands of investors escape a financial system designed to keep them trapped. ADVERTISEMENT 'What I discovered that day confirmed everything I'd suspected,' Gera recalls from his Dubai office, where he now operates far from Wall Street's reach. 'The average investor has no idea how the big players really make their money. The entire system is engineered to keep people dependent while the elite profit from their hard work.' Today, that revelation has evolved into something far bigger than one man's stand against corruption. Operating from the UAE's progressive financial ecosystem, Gera has built a movement of over 4,000 investors who are taking control of their financial destiny through decentralized finance, far from the reaches of traditional banking's grasp. The Youngest CFA in the Room The path that led to this pivotal moment wasn't conventional. While most 23-year-olds were still figuring out their careers, Gera had already achieved what many financial professionals spend a lifetime pursuing—the coveted CFA Level 3 designation. His meteoric rise through the ranks of investment banking put him in rooms where trillion-dollar decisions were made daily. But it was precisely this insider access that opened his eyes to the system's fundamental flaws. 'I was advising corporations worth billions, applying sophisticated portfolio management principles that delivered consistent returns,' Gera explains. 'Yet these same strategies were completely inaccessible to individual investors, who were instead funneled into products designed to underperform.' ADVERTISEMENT Building from Dubai After walking away from his Wall Street career, Gera chose Dubai as his base of operations—a decision that reflects the UAE's emergence as a global hub for financial innovation. The region's forward-thinking approach to digital assets and financial technology provided the perfect environment for his mission. 'Dubai represents the future of finance,' Gera notes. 'The UAE is embracing the technologies that will define the next generation of wealth creation.' Featured in Nasdaq, Forbes, and Entrepreneur, Gera has developed an institutional-grade framework that's helping investors access opportunities previously reserved for Wall Street's elite. His company, Decentralized Masters, now operates with a team of over 60 experts globally, providing sophisticated investors with the tools once exclusive to institutional players. Two Distinct Markets At the heart of Gera's approach is a crucial insight that challenges conventional investment wisdom. While most investors rely on traditional markets and mainstream financial products, sophisticated players operate in entirely different ecosystems with fundamentally different rules. 'The traditional system operates on two distinct levels,' Gera explains, choosing his words carefully. 'What most people don't realize is that by the time an investment opportunity reaches mainstream platforms, institutional investors have already captured the majority of the upside.' This principle extends beyond traditional assets into emerging markets where the disparity is even more pronounced. Recent analysis shows certain investment opportunities can generate significantly higher returns for those with early access, yet only a tiny fraction of the global population knows these markets exist. Institutional Adoption Accelerates The landscape is shifting rapidly. BlackRock, JPMorgan, and Goldman Sachs are all quietly building infrastructure for digital assets. The recent approval of Bitcoin ETFs has driven over $50 billion in institutional inflows, validating what forward-thinking investors have known for years. 'What we're seeing is a fundamental shift in how institutional capital views emerging asset classes,' Gera notes. 'The same methods Wall Street players use to build nine-figure portfolios are now being applied to digital assets, but with significantly higher return potential.' Even governments are taking notice. The US administration has announced plans for a National Digital Asset Reserve, planning to acquire $90 billion worth of Bitcoin over the next five years. This level of institutional validation represents a paradigm shift in how serious money views alternative investments. Beyond Speculation For Gera, the mission extends far beyond returns. 'This isn't about speculation or gambling,' he emphasizes. 'It's about applying institutional-grade risk management and portfolio construction to emerging asset classes. When you combine Wall Street discipline with early market access, the results can be transformative.' His approach emphasizes education over promotion, teaching investors to think like institutional portfolio managers rather than retail speculators. The CFA curriculum's emphasis on risk management, due diligence, and systematic analysis forms the foundation of his methodology. 'Most people approach alternative investments emotionally,' Gera explains. 'They chase trends, follow influencers, or make decisions based on fear. Institutional investors do the opposite—they follow systematic processes, manage risk meticulously, and think in decades rather than months.' The Next Wave Today, Gera leads a team of analysts bringing institutional rigor to emerging market research. His educational platform has become the premier destination for sophisticated investors seeking to understand and access opportunities beyond traditional markets. 'The opportunity we're seeing today mirrors the early days of electronic trading,' Gera reflects. 'Those who understood how to properly position themselves then created generational wealth. We're seeing the same pattern emerge in digital assets and decentralized finance.' The numbers support his conviction. His client base includes over 500 high-net-worth individuals who have applied institutional-grade strategies to alternative investments, with many reporting significant improvements in their portfolio performance. A Personal Mission But for Gera, this isn't just about investment returns. It's about financial sovereignty. Operating from Dubai, he's witnessed firsthand how traditional financial systems can be used to control rather than serve. 'We're seeing the emergence of Central Bank Digital Currencies, bail-ins replacing bailouts, and unprecedented government intervention in financial markets,' he warns. 'Investors need alternatives that provide real autonomy, not just different flavors of the same controlled system.' His approach emphasizes building wealth outside traditional banking channels, using strategies that provide both growth potential and protection from systemic risks. Looking Forward For those watching this transformation of financial markets from the sidelines, Gera's message is clear: the tools and strategies once exclusive to Wall Street's elite are now accessible to sophisticated individual investors 'The future belongs to those who understand that financial markets are evolving faster than traditional institutions can adapt,' Gera concludes. 'By applying institutional-grade analysis to emerging opportunities, investors can position themselves ahead of the curve rather than always playing catch-up.' As traditional financial systems face unprecedented challenges, Gera's approach offers a roadmap for building wealth through sophisticated analysis, early access, and systematic risk management—principles that have served institutional investors well, now adapted for the next generation of opportunities. For sophisticated investors interested in learning more about institutional-grade strategies for emerging markets, Tan Gera shares insights through educational content on their website. Those seeking to understand how Wall Street-level analysis applies to alternative investments can explore his educational resources at Decentralized Masters. Also published on Medium. Notice an issue? Arabian Post strives to deliver the most accurate and reliable information to its readers. If you believe you have identified an error or inconsistency in this article, please don't hesitate to contact our editorial team at editor[at]thearabianpost[dot]com. We are committed to promptly addressing any concerns and ensuring the highest level of journalistic integrity.
Time of India
13-06-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Need to lessen demand-supply gap for blood: Health activists
Ranchi: Despite completing 25 years of statehood, Jharkhand continues to face a chronic shortage of blood across its districts, particularly in rural and tribal regions. Ahead of the World Blood Donor Day on Saturday, health experts and civil society organisations on Friday raised concerns over the widening gap between demand and availability of blood. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now They also cited lack of infrastructure, inadequate blood banks and logistical challenges as major hurdles as reasons for the widening gap. Jharkhand Rajya Swekshik Raktdan Samanvay Samiti, a social outfit working in the field of blood donation, said around 10,000 children in the state suffer from thalassemia and sickle cell disease, while around 1,500 more are affected by other blood-related disorders. These patients require blood regularly. Moreover, the state requires nearly 10 lakh units of blood annually, but only about 3.2 lakh units are collected, the outfit said. Currently, the state has only one mobile blood donation bus, costing Rs 1.6 crore, equipped with four donor chairs and operating within a 150-km range. Blood donation organisers also stress the need for such mobile units in every district to improve access, especially in remote areas. Sadar hospital lacked a Pentapack machine since 2018 and although Rims runs a model blood bank, donors face poor sanitation and have no drinking water facilities. Atul Gera of Lifesavers Ranchi said, "We don't face a crisis of rare blood groups specifically as their demand is relatively low. What we are dealing with is the general shortage of blood." Gera also said private sector was reluctant to comply with lack of compliance with the National Blood Policy. "In tribal areas, there is also a lack of awareness, cultural hesitation and logistical difficulty in reaching donation centres," he added.
Free Malaysia Today
10-06-2025
- Free Malaysia Today
Calls for legal reforms after fatal student bus crash
Law and institutional reform minister Azalina Othman Said said it may be time to evaluate the effectiveness of law enforcement measures. PETALING JAYA : Calls have arisen for reforms to Malaysia's legal framework following the accident between an MPV and a bus carrying Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris students which claimed 15 lives yesterday. Law and institutional reform minister Azalina Othman Said said it might be time to evaluate the effectiveness of law enforcement measures, and for the government to consider whether amendments to the Penal Code are necessary. She also said the government must consider whether a new law, similar to the UK's Corporate Manslaughter and Corporate Homicide Act 2007, should be introduced. 'This legislation allows a company to be prosecuted for serious failings in the way it manages the safety of its workers or the public, where negligence results in death,' she said in a Facebook post. She said the UK Act was introduced in response to a number of workplace fatalities where no corporate entity could be held criminally liable under existing laws, particularly in cases involving transport service providers where human lives are at stake and cannot be replaced. Yesterday, the firm that operated the bus involved said the driver had a good track record. Kenari Utara Travel & Tours Sdn Bhd also said the bus, which was serviced last month, had no issues and was always sent for servicing on schedule. Separately, the Malaysian Academic Movement (Gerak) called for the formulation of a national road safety action plan based on the 'safe system' implemented in countries like Australia. It said Australia had succeeded in significantly reducing its road fatality rates through this approach, which focusses on building a system designed to protect users, even when human error occurs. 'Its core principle is that the responsibility for safety does not lie with road users alone, but is shared among all parties, including road planners, engineers, vehicle manufacturers, and enforcement authorities,' Gerak said in a statement. It added that the safe system approach was founded on four main pillars, the first being the construction of roads that can 'forgive' driver errors, such as by installing road barriers and designing safer intersections. It said the second pillar involves ensuring speed limits that are appropriate for the road conditions, environment, and types of road users. The third pillar involves encouraging the use of vehicles with modern safety features and ensuring that commercial vehicles are maintained to the highest standards, while the fourth pillar focusses on continuous education and enforcement to cultivate prudent driving behaviour.
The Hindu
04-06-2025
- General
- The Hindu
1,363 Agniveers complete training at Army Service Corps Centre (North)
As many as 1,363 Agniveers of the Indian Army completed their training and passed out successfully at a parade held at Army Service Corps Centre (North) in Bengaluru on Wednesday. They belonged to the fifth batch of Agniveers to undergo the training that commenced on November 1, 2024. Lt. Gen. J.K. Gera, Commandant, ASC Centre & College, reviewed the parade. In his address, he urged the young soldiers to imbibe the ethos of imandari, wafadari, and bahaduri (integrity, loyalty, and courage). The ceremony was attended by parents of the Agniveers and all the parents were honoured with the Gaurav Padak instituted by the Indian Army as a token of recognition of their gesture of encouraging their wards to join the Indian Army in service of the nation. The Army Service Corps Centre (North) is a premier institute imparting training to mechanical transport drivers to support the Army Service Corps units for the whole of the Indian Army. The Agnipath scheme was introduced by the Union government on June 14, 2022 for the recruitment of soldiers into the three services of the Armed Forces.
