September 2025 News Roundup: Exams, Affordable Housing, and SUV Sales

September was busy on the India Live Updates front. Three big stories made the headlines: the National Testing Agency opened registrations for the CSIR‑UGC NET December exam, CIDCO announced a massive lottery for affordable homes in Navi Mumbai, and Mahindra announced a record‑breaking SUV sales figure for the first half of the year. If you’re a research aspirant, a home‑buyer, or a car enthusiast, you’ll find something useful here.

CSIR‑UGC NET December 2025 Registration Details

The NTA started taking online applications for the CSIR‑UGC NET December 2025 exam on September 25. The last date to submit the form is October 31, so mark your calendar. You’ll need a valid Aadhaar, PAN, and your academic certificates ready. The fee is ₹1,250 for General and OBC candidates and ₹650 for SC/ST/PWD. After payment, you’ll receive a confirmation email with your application number – keep that handy for any future queries.

The exam itself is scheduled for December 12 and 13. It will be conducted in three papers: Paper I (General Aptitude), Paper II (Subject‑Specific), and Paper III (Research Methodology). NTA advises candidates to practice with previous year papers and to check the official syllabus for any updates. Remember, the result will be released online in February 2026, and you can download the scorecard directly from the NTA portal.

CIDCO Affordable Housing Lottery in Navi Mumbai

Planning to buy a home in Navi Mumbai? CIDCO is rolling out a lottery for 22,000 affordable units under the My Preferred CIDCO Home scheme. The homes fall in the EWS and LIG categories, starting at just ₹25 lakh. To enter, you need to register online, pay an earnest deposit of ₹236, and upload your Aadhaar, PAN, and income proof.

After registration, you’ll be asked to list your preferred project locations and the size of the unit you want. CIDCO will then run a computer‑generated draw in June 2025. Winners get a short window to pay the remaining amount and sign the sale agreement. Keep an eye on any price adjustments – the state government may tweak rates after talks with Deputy CM Eknath Shinde.

Mahindra’s SUV sales hit a new milestone in the first half of 2025, crossing the 300,000 mark. July alone saw a 20% year‑on‑year rise, with 49,871 units leaving showrooms. Fresh launches like the updated XUV700 and the company’s first electric SUV helped push the numbers. The brand is now eyeing 600,000 units for the full year and hopes to keep the momentum into FY2026. If you’re watching the auto market, Mahindra’s aggressive pricing and expanded dealer network are key factors behind the surge.

All three stories show how dynamic the Indian market is – from education and housing to mobility. Stay tuned to India Live Updates for real‑time alerts and deeper analysis on each of these topics.