23 Mar 2026

The Telangana government is set to roll out the second phase of the Indiramma Housing Scheme from April, aiming to expand housing support to more eligible families. The move follows steady progress in the first phase, where around 4 lakh houses were sanctioned and a large number are under construction. The next phase will focus on pending applicants and urban housing needs, while ensuring stricter verification and transparency. The scheme is part of the state's larger plan to provide permanent housing to nearly 20 lakh families over time.Read more

Priyanka Vig

22 Mar 2026

Homebuyers in India often make avoidable mistakes due to inadequate planning, legal oversight, and emotional decision-making. Common errors include unclear budgeting, skipping due diligence, trusting marketing promises, and ignoring long-term value. This blog outlines key mistakes Indian homebuyers make and explains how to avoid them through careful research, financial discipline, and informed choices. A structured and patient approach helps buyers protect their investment and ensures a smoother homebuying experience.Read more

22 Mar 2026

India's housing market continues to demonstrate stability despite ongoing geopolitical tensions in West Asia involving the United States, Iran, and Israel, which have contributed to rising crude oil prices globally. As India remains heavily dependent on oil imports, elevated energy costs may create short-term pressure on construction and household budgets. However, industry stakeholders indicate that such impacts are gradual and manageable, with developers adapting through cost optimisation and pricing strategies. Demand is expected to remain steady, supported by end-user focus on quality housing and favourable long-term fundamentals including urbanisation, infrastructure expansion, and policy reforms.Read more

22 Mar 2026

Hyderabad's premium residential market witnessed a significant rise in supply during 2025, with 29,187 new units added in the INR 2-5 crore segment, marking a 52% increase over the previous year, according to a report by Nklusive. North West Hyderabad accounted for the majority of supply, while average saleable prices increased 7% year-on-year to INR 7,850 per sq ft. Demand remained driven by larger home configurations, lifestyle-oriented developments, and proximity to employment hubs such as HITEC City, Gachibowli, and the Financial District. Despite a marginal moderation in absorption due to increased supply, the market continues to see sustained buyer interest from both end-users and investors, supported by infrastructure expansion and the growth of key residential corridors across the city.Read more

22 Mar 2026

Chembur is undergoing a gradual transformation as historic landmarks and former industrial sites are redeveloped into premium residential destinations. Several locations once associated with studios, factories and institutional land uses are now attracting large residential projects, reshaping the suburb's real estate profile. Developers are increasingly targeting these legacy land parcels to create high-end housing supported by improved connectivity and established social infrastructure. Areas around the Bombay Presidency Golf Club and the former R.K. Studio site have emerged as prominent examples of this transition. With redevelopment gaining pace and multiple branded developers entering the micro-market, Chembur is steadily repositioning itself as a residential destination defined by premium housing developments built around historically significant locations.Read more

22 Mar 2026

Maharashtra's registration and stamps department has achieved nearly 90% of its annual revenue target, supported by steady property registrations across the state. Collections have crossed around INR 56,000 crore against a target of INR 63,500 crore, with total registered documents already matching last year's full-year numbers. Monthly registrations have remained consistent, with a noticeable rise in recent months. Strong housing demand in key cities and increasing adoption of digital registration services have helped sustain this momentum, while industry stakeholders continue to seek stability in ready reckoner rates.Read more

22 Mar 2026

Alliance City Developers Realtors Pvt Ltd has secured the Occupation Certificate for Alliance Eternis, a standalone premium residential project located on S.V. Road in Borivali West, Mumbai. The certification enables homebuyers to initiate possession and marks the completion of a boutique development targeting upper mid-segment buyers. The project features design-led elements such as Vastu-compliant layouts, sound-insulated windows, and lifestyle amenities including a terrace sky garden and gymnasium. The developer, with over a decade of operations in Mumbai, has delivered 12 projects spanning more than 1 million sq ft and housing over 700 families. The completion aligns with its ongoing portfolio across key micro-markets such as Malad, Vile Parle, Santacruz, Mulund, and Matunga, where multiple projects are at different stages of execution.Read more

Priyanka Vig

21 Mar 2026

Choosing between ready to move and under construction homes involves balancing immediate comfort with future potential. Market data in 2025–26 show that under construction (UC) properties in many metros have risen above ready-to-move (RTM) prices, underlining strong demand and increasing construction costs. Ready homes offer immediate possession, rental income, GST exemptions and early tax benefits. Under construction homes provide lower initial costs, flexible payments and potential for capital growth. Understanding personal priorities, financial capacity and risk tolerance is key to making the right choice.Read more

21 Mar 2026

Casagrand Premier Builder Limited has announced the launch of a new residential project, Casagrand Ascentia, in Saravanampatti, a growing technology and residential corridor in Coimbatore. The four-acre development will comprise 238 two- and three-bedroom apartments with prices starting from around INR 65 lakh. Designed as a B+G+5 residential complex, the project will include 51 lifestyle amenities along with landscaped open spaces, a clubhouse and recreational facilities. The developer stated that the project aims to cater to homebuyers seeking larger homes and community-oriented living within a location that offers proximity to employment hubs, educational institutions and urban infrastructure in the city.Read more

20 Mar 2026

A developer has been arrested in Nashik in connection with alleged violations of the mandatory Economically Weaker Section (EWS) housing quota across 49 residential projects. The action follows a police investigation into complaints that builders and landowners collectively bypassed the requirement to reserve 20% of project land for EWS housing in developments exceeding 4,000 sq m. Authorities have named around 197 individuals, including developers and landlords, in the case. Investigators have alleged that forged documents were used to fragment land parcels and evade regulatory thresholds. The case, registered earlier this month at Sarkarwada police station, stems from findings of a district-level inquiry into compliance with Maharashtra's housing policies of 2013 and 2017.Read more

Mumbai News Desk

20 Mar 2026

Residents and civic groups in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar have urged the Maharashtra government to introduce a property tax waiver similar to Mumbai's exemption for smaller residential units. A memorandum submitted in the past week proposes extending tax relief to homes up to 1,000 sq ft, compared to Mumbai's exemption threshold of 700 sq ft. The demand has been led by local citizen groups citing parity across cities governed under similar administrative frameworks. However, municipal officials have raised concerns over the financial viability of such a move, noting that the Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Municipal Corporation (CSMC) collected about INR 157.7 crore in property tax in FY2024-25, significantly lower than Mumbai's civic revenues. The proposal highlights growing pressure on smaller urban local bodies to balance fiscal sustainability with citizen demands for tax relief.Read more

20 Mar 2026

JSW Realty has entered into a development agreement with the Patel family to redevelop Malabar Court, a nearly one-acre land parcel in Malabar Hill, Mumbai. The project, located adjacent to the Malabar Hill Club, will be developed into a boutique luxury residential tower with an estimated revenue potential exceeding INR 2,000 crore. The site has earlier been owned by the Patel family for over seven decades. The agreement marks JSW Realty's continued expansion in Mumbai's high-value residential segment, focusing on low-density, premium developments in established neighbourhoods. The project reflects ongoing redevelopment activity in South Mumbai, where limited land availability and strong demand for luxury housing continue to drive high-value residential investments.Read more

19 Mar 2026

A consumer disputes commission recently directed Lodha Developers and associated companies to refund nearly INR 5 crore to a senior citizen couple after their World Towers apartment booking in Lower Parel was terminated unilaterally. The couple had initially booked a 3 BHK unit with two parking slots under a 20:80 payment plan and faced repeated changes, price hikes, and revised terms before the developer issued a termination letter. The commission found the builder's actions amounted to deficiency in service and unfair trade practices, and also awarded interest and compensation for stress and harassment caused to the couple.Read more

Mumbai News Desk

19 Mar 2026

Over 800 families from the Naigaon BDD chawls in Mumbai have started moving into newly constructed 2BHK apartments under a major MHADA-led redevelopment project. A total of 864 flats have been handed over in the first phase, with more units expected by April 2026. The redevelopment will replace old 160 sq ft tenements with modern homes of about 500 sq ft. The larger BDD redevelopment plan across Mumbai aims to rehabilitate nearly 15,000 families while improving infrastructure and living conditions without displacing long-standing communities.Read more

19 Mar 2026

Around 127 families from Vartak Nagar in Thane have alleged that actions by TMC and MHADA during a redevelopment project denied them proper rehabilitation. The issue stems from older housing meant for project-affected persons, where official records were allegedly altered to classify occupants as civic staff. This affected eligibility and reduced flat sizes from earlier approved norms. While redevelopment has been completed, several residents claim they either received smaller units with restrictions or are still awaiting allotment, raising concerns about documentation, transparency, and fairness in the process.Read more