07 Oct 2025

Britain's government announced plans to streamline the home-buying process to boost the property market, aiming to cut transaction times by about four weeks from the current five-month average. The reforms would require key search and survey information to be published before properties are listed, potentially introducing binding contracts for buyers and sellers and halving the number of failed transactions. The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors welcomed the move, noting the current system's high costs and inefficiency. As part of its housing push, the government aims to build 1.5 million homes during the current parliament and estimates the reforms could save first-time buyers about £710 ($957). A nationwide consultation will follow.Read more

07 Oct 2025

Chandigarh has emerged as India's first slum-free city after the administration demolished Shahpur Colony in Sector 38, the last slum in the Union Territory. The colony housed nearly 1,000 residents in about 300 hutments and tenements. Over the past 12 years, the city has cleared 18 slum colonies, reclaiming nearly 520 acres of government land valued at around INR 21,000 crore. Residents eligible under the Chandigarh Small Flats Scheme, 2006, were provided EWS flats in different sectors. The city's approach combines planned rehabilitation, strategic land use, and urban development, offering a model for other Indian cities.Read more

06 Oct 2025

The Telangana Real Estate Regulatory Authority (TGRERA) recently took action against three developers for failing to complete projects on time and violating provisions of the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act. The penalties include fines, directives to refund homebuyers with interest for unstarted projects, and orders to execute pending sale deeds for delayed possessions. These cases involved projects in Gopanpally, Ramachandrapuram, and Boduppal. The authority's steps highlight its focus on protecting consumers and enforcing strict compliance in Telangana's real estate sector.Read more

05 Oct 2025

China's housing market showed mixed trends in September, with new home prices rising slightly while resale prices continued to fall. Despite traditional buying months and multiple government support measures, the sector remains fragile. Defaults by developers have left a significant inventory of unsold and unfinished homes. Analysts suggest the market may not stabilize until 2026 or 2027, as weak incomes, unemployment concerns, and high secondary-market listings dampen demand. Reduced household wealth has limited spending, while declining business confidence further challenges the job market and economic recovery.Read more

05 Oct 2025

The UAE housing market is shifting from being driven mainly by location and price to lifestyle-oriented features. According to Property Finder data from 2024-25, residents now prioritise amenities that blend comfort, convenience, and exclusivity. Balconies, maids' rooms, central air conditioning, and covered parking rank among must-haves, while shared gyms, pools, and pet-friendly policies reflect community-focused living. Buyers lean toward premium features like private pools, waterfront views, and gardens, whereas renters prefer practical conveniences. This divide underscores the challenge for developers: catering to both long-term buyers and short-term renters. Projects aligned with these evolving lifestyle preferences are set to lead the UAE property market.Read more

04 Oct 2025

Dubai's real estate market reached a historic high in Q3 2025, posting the largest ever quarterly sales volume and the second-highest value, with 59,228 transactions worth AED170.7 billion, up 17.2% and 19.9% year-on-year respectively. Data from DXBinteract showed sales in the first nine months hit AED498.8 billion from 158,200 deals, marking a 32.3% rise in value and 20.4% in volume compared to 2024. Apartment sales led the surge, while plot and commercial transactions also grew strongly. Villas dipped in volume but prices continued to climb, with the median hitting AED1,685 per sq ft. Luxury sales stood out, including a villa sold for AED250 million.Read more

04 Oct 2025

Sri Lotus Developers & Realty Ltd. has reported a strong start to the quarter with its newly launched ultra-luxury residential projects, The Arcadian in Juhu and Amalfi in Versova, securing combined bookings of INR 130 crore within the first week. The Arcadian, with an estimated GDV of INR 700 crore, contributed INR 92 crore, while Amalfi achieved INR 38 crore in bookings, underscoring robust demand in Mumbai's premium housing segment. Chairman and MD Anand K Pandit described the response as a testament to buyer confidence and the strength of the luxury market. Building on this momentum, the company plans to launch Project Varun in Bandra in Q3 FY26.Read more

04 Oct 2025

Housing sales across Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) and Pune declined during the July-September quarter, with transactions falling 17 per cent to 49,542 units compared with the same period last year, according to PropEquity. Thane recorded the sharpest fall, while Mumbai city and Navi Mumbai witnessed moderate declines. Pune also saw reduced demand. Industry body CREDAI-MCHI maintained that the drop was a temporary recalibration and expressed confidence that the festive season would restore sales momentum, backed by infrastructure upgrades and strong end-user demand.Read more

03 Oct 2025

Anurang Jain, promoter of Endurance Technologies and nephew of the late Rahul Bajaj, has acquired a luxury villa in Alibaug for INR 38.15 crore. The villa spans over 5,600 sq ft within the 100-acre Alibaug Townhouses project by Lodha Developers and includes four car parking spaces. The transaction was registered with a stamp duty of INR 1.33 crore and a registration fee of INR 30,000. Alibaug is witnessing growing interest from high-end developers, including Emaar India, Oberoi Realty, and Hiranandani Communities, indicating rising luxury real estate activity in the region.Read more

03 Oct 2025

Australia's housing market has recorded its fastest growth in a year, driven by interest rate cuts, limited listings, and strong buyer demand. National home prices rose 0.8% to a record A$857,280 (USD 565,462), with Brisbane and Perth seeing the largest gains. Growth has shifted to the middle of the market as borrowing capacity improves. Recent government policies allowing first-home buyers to enter the market with minimal deposits, coupled with a tightening rental sector, suggest sustained upward pressure on prices. Despite steady rates, economic uncertainty and inflation remain factors influencing future market trends.Read more

03 Oct 2025

Karnataka has amended its Rent Control Act, 1999, decriminalizing rental disputes while introducing steep fines for violations such as unauthorized subletting, illegal eviction, and failure to register real estate agents. Tenants who sublet properties without consent may face fines up to INR 50,000 or double the rent received. Landlords evicting tenants unlawfully face similar penalties. Real estate agents not registering with rent controllers are now liable for daily fines. The changes, aligning with the Jan Vishwas Act, 2025, empower rent controllers to adjudicate disputes and aim to reduce judicial burden.Read more

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03 Oct 2025

Mumbai continues to redefine its urban landscape, and the emergence of Third Mumbai, also known as Mumbai 3.0, signals a significant transformation in the luxury residential market. Spread across the Raigad district under the Karnala-Sai-Chirner (KSC) New Town project, the region integrates smart urban planning, luxury living, and strategic infrastructure. With connectivity improvements such as the Mumbai Trans Harbour Link, the upcoming Navi Mumbai International Airport, metro extensions, and water transport routes, Third Mumbai offers both high-end residential and affordable housing. The district also aims to host innovation-driven hubs, creating a self-sustained urban ecosystem that combines convenience, prestige, and modern lifestyle aspirations.Read more

02 Oct 2025

Bollywood actor Pankaj Tripathi, along with his wife Mridula and daughter Aashi, has purchased two apartments in Mumbai's Andheri West and Kandivali West areas for a combined total of INR 10.85 crore. The first property, in Seabliss, Andheri West, spans 2,372 sq ft and was bought by Pankaj and Aashi for INR 9.98 crore. The second, in Aashapura Heritage, Kandivali West, measures 425 sq ft and was purchased by Mridula and Aashi for INR 87 lakh. Both transactions included stamp duty and registration charges and were finalized in July and early September.Read more

02 Oct 2025

Vapi in South Gujarat has been gaining attention as a fast-developing residential destination, driven by strong infrastructure, industrial growth, and proximity to major cities. With the Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train project promising to reduce travel time significantly, coupled with its location on NH-48 and the Delhi-Mumbai Industrial Corridor, the city offers strategic advantages. Its affordable housing market, thriving industrial base, and improving civic amenities have made it attractive for both residents and investors from Gujarat as well as Maharashtra.Read more

02 Oct 2025

The Maharashtra government has set up the Self-Group Redevelopment Authority (SGRA) to speed up self-redevelopment projects in Mumbai, appointing BJP MLC Pravin Darekar as chairman with Minister of State status. Acting alongside MHADA as the nodal agency, SGRA aims to help housing societies navigate disputes and accelerate approvals for self-managed redevelopment. The move builds on past government resolutions from 2019 encouraging societies to undertake redevelopment themselves.Read more

02 Oct 2025

The Bombay High Court has revoked letters of administration that had transferred ownership of a Malabar Hill bungalow valued at INR 150 crore. The property once belonged to Sir Jamshedji Duggan and was allegedly taken over through a forged will. The court fined the person involved INR 25 lakh and ordered cancellation of a transfer deed from 2022. Executors of the legitimate will of Dr Feroze Duggan challenged the transfer, saying it was based on false statements and unregistered documents. The court also opened criminal proceedings for using fake documents in court.Read more

01 Oct 2025

The Enforcement Directorate has attached assets worth about INR 153.16 crore linked to the former promoters of Universal Buildwell Pvt. Ltd. as part of a money laundering probe. The move follows allegations that the company diverted over INR 1,000 crore collected from homebuyers and investors across projects in Gurugram and Faridabad. While the promoters remain in custody, the firm is under insolvency proceedings and buyers who have waited more than 15 years are still awaiting possession of incomplete projects.Read more

01 Oct 2025

Property registrations in the Mumbai municipal region rose significantly during the past month, driven by strong festive demand. According to Knight Frank India, the city recorded 12,070 property registrations, representing a 32 per cent year-on-year increase compared with the same period last year. Maharashtra government data indicated that stamp duty collections also increased, reaching INR 1,292 crore, with residential transactions forming the bulk of the registrations.Read more

01 Oct 2025

The Uttar Pradesh Real Estate Regulatory Authority (UP RERA) has taken strong action against multiple developers, including Mahagun Group and Gaursons, after receiving complaints from homebuyers. The authority imposed fines, flagged misleading submissions, and referred several cases for punitive steps under Sections 13, 61 and 63 of the RERA Act. These measures mainly concern projects in Noida and Ghaziabad. Developers such as Mahalaxmi Group, Panchsheel Buildtech, SJP Hotels and Resorts, and Gaursons Hi-Tech Infrastructure also faced action for non-compliance. The crackdown highlights increasing scrutiny on real estate practices in the state.Read more

01 Oct 2025

Hiranandani Communities, led by Dr Niranjan Hiranandani, has launched Hiranandani Sands, India's largest integrated coastal township in Alibaug, with a topline of INR 17,000 crore. Spread across 225 acres, the project features luxury homes, villas, plotted residences, serviced apartments, five hotels, a convention centre, wellness hub, yacht club, and one of Alibaug's biggest water sports hubs. Sustainability measures include a 27-acre reserve forest and proximity to wetlands. The first phase, comprising 330 units across three towers, sold out at launch, generating INR 450 crore. Backed by infrastructure upgrades like Atal Setu, Ro-Ro ferry links, and Navi Mumbai Airport, the township positions Alibaug as a luxury real estate hub.Read more