19 Jul 2026

The House of Abhinandan Lodha (HoABL) has announced that its 78-acre Nagpur Marina development in South Nagpur has become the first and only project in Central India to qualify as an Alpha Grade Luxury Asset under the assessment framework developed by independent real estate research firm Liases Foras. The research-based framework evaluates luxury developments across five parameters, including brand credibility, location, design, hospitality integration and exclusivity. HoABL said the recognition reflects the project's positioning as an investment-grade luxury development, supported by infrastructure connectivity, managed hospitality services, curated amenities and a limited inventory targeting high-net-worth buyers from India and overseas.Read more

19 Jul 2026

Homebuyers in India's residential real estate market are increasingly assessing projects on long-term value creation rather than relying solely on location and pricing, according to Smartworld Developers. The developer said buyers are now evaluating factors such as infrastructure growth, capital appreciation, construction quality, execution standards, lifestyle amenities and developer credibility before making purchasing decisions. As regulatory reforms, improved infrastructure planning and greater market transparency reshape the housing sector, residential developments are increasingly being judged on their ability to deliver sustained value, quality living experiences and dependable execution throughout the ownership lifecycle.Read more

19 Jul 2026

Mumbai-based Pranav Constructions Private Limited (PCPL) has delivered more than 14 lakh sq. ft of redeveloped residential space across the city as of March 2026 and has outlined a future pipeline exceeding 21 lakh sq. ft. The developer has completed 28 redevelopment projects, benefiting over 2,450 families, while expanding beyond its traditional presence in Mumbai's western suburbs into neighbourhoods including Santacruz, Bandra, Andheri, Mahim and Matunga. PCPL currently has 20 redevelopment projects under construction and plans to add 18 more developments across western Mumbai and South Mumbai as it strengthens its presence in key urban redevelopment markets.Read more

19 Jul 2026

Paradigm Realty Group has secured an institutional investment of INR 100 crore from Arnya RealEstates Fund for its residential project, 71 Midtown, in Chembur, Mumbai. The capital will be used to fund the completion of Phase 1 and Phase 2 of the approximately 4.5-acre development. Located near Sindhi Society, the project comprises one and two-bedroom apartments and benefits from connectivity to Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC) and other commercial hubs. The structured investment is aligned with the project's construction and completion schedule and is intended to support execution and delivery. Paradigm Realty has completed 13 residential projects over the past 11 years, delivering more than 3.6 million sq ft of real estate. The company currently has six ongoing developments with around 4 million sq ft under construction across Mumbai.Read more

19 Jul 2026

Serene Communities by Columbia Pacific, a brand of Lifebridge Group, has entered the Mysuru residential market with the launch of Serene Sagara, an independent senior living community being developed in partnership with local developer Astor. Located in Shyadanahalli, the project is being developed with an investment exceeding INR 80 crore across approximately 2.02 acres and will comprise 112 residences in a Ground plus eight-storey development. The project reflects growing interest in purpose-built senior housing in Tier II cities, supported by improving healthcare infrastructure, changing demographic trends and increasing demand for professionally managed retirement communities.Read more

19 Jul 2026

SNN Raj Corp has launched SNN Raj Bay Vista, a premium residential project on Kodichikkanahalli Main Road in Bilekahalli, South Bengaluru. Spread across approximately 4.5 acres, the development comprises 234 apartments across three towers, offering two to five-bedroom homes ranging from approximately 1,235 sq ft to 4,719 sq ft. The project introduces a "Work from Nature" concept, integrating outdoor workspaces with landscaped open areas. More than 70% of the project area has been earmarked as open space, alongside over 30 lifestyle amenities. Located within the BTM Layout micro-market, the development offers connectivity to key employment centres including Electronic City, Koramangala and JP Nagar, while benefiting from established social infrastructure and planned transport upgrades in the surrounding area.Read more

18 Jul 2026

India's luxury residential market is expanding rapidly as rising wealth, improving economic conditions and changing buyer expectations reshape demand for premium housing. Affluent purchasers are increasingly prioritising lifestyle, wellness, sustainability, technology and investment potential over conventional status-driven ownership. Growth in high-net-worth individuals, strong participation from non-resident Indians and sustained demand across cities including Gurugram, Mumbai and Hyderabad have strengthened the segment. Supported by favourable demographics, infrastructure development and increasing investor confidence, luxury housing is emerging as a resilient asset class that combines capital appreciation with long-term wealth preservation.Read more

18 Jul 2026

India generated the highest share of international online search traffic for Dubai's residential property market during the past three months, according to data released by UAE-based real estate brokerage fäm Properties. Indian users accounted for 20.59% of overseas search activity, followed by the United Kingdom at 13.26% and Egypt at 12.60%. The analysis, which excludes UAE-based traffic, identifies online search behaviour as an early indicator of international buyer interest rather than confirmed transactions. The United States, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Australia, Germany, France and Canada also featured among the top 10 countries, while China and Russia ranked outside the leading positions despite their established presence in Dubai's property market.Read more

18 Jul 2026

Alliance City Developers Realtors Pvt. Ltd. has announced that its luxury residential redevelopment project, Alliance Sea Breeze, in Santacruz West, Mumbai, has entered the final stage of construction, with possession targeted by the end of 2026. Launched in October 2024, the nine-storey project comprises four-bedroom residences and has been constructed using Mivan (aluminium formwork) technology, a system more commonly adopted in large-scale high-rise developments. Located on East Cross Lane, the redevelopment project offers connectivity to Santacruz railway station, the domestic airport and key commercial and social infrastructure. The developer said the project forms part of its broader redevelopment portfolio across Mumbai. Since its inception in 2010, Alliance City Developers has undertaken 19 redevelopment projects, completed 14 developments and delivered more than 1.2 million sq ft of residential space to over 700 families.Read more

18 Jul 2026

India's urban growth has been shaped not only by expanding cities but also by large residential townships designed as self-contained communities. Developed across thousands of acres, these projects brought together housing, schools, hospitals, workplaces and recreational spaces within a single master plan. Some emerged from industrial needs, while others were created to accommodate rising populations and changing lifestyles. From company towns to modern mixed-use developments, these townships have played an important role in redefining urban living and influencing the country's real estate landscape.Read more

Chennai News Desk

18 Jul 2026

Urbanrise has received strong backing from channel partners ahead of the launch of its upcoming residential project in Chennai, with more than 300 partners participating in a two-day pre-launch event. The developer said the project's initial launch inventory is valued at over INR 1,000 crore, while channel partners collectively committed business exceeding three times that value and submitted a significant number of expressions of interest. Participants from Chennai, Bengaluru and Hyderabad attended the event, indicating early market confidence in the development. The project, currently referred to as "Codename: The Next Big Thing", is yet to receive its official name and is expected to be launched in the coming months.Read more

18 Jul 2026

The Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authority (APCRDA) has announced that the HappyNest residential project in Amaravati has achieved 1.5 million safe man-hours without recording a Lost Time Injury (LTI). The milestone was achieved through strict safety practices, regular worker training, continuous site monitoring and preventive measures. The project, being executed by NCC Limited, includes 1,200 apartments across 12 residential towers. To mark the achievement, APCRDA organised a recognition programme for workers and project teams, highlighting its continued focus on workplace safety and disciplined project execution.Read more

17 Jul 2026

New Zealand's housing market remained largely stable during the past month, with median house prices showing limited movement despite mixed regional performance. Data from the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ) indicated that while annual prices recorded a marginal increase, home sales declined on both a monthly and yearly basis. The South Island continued to outperform several other regions, while Wellington remained subdued. The market is also adjusting to a higher interest rate environment following the Reserve Bank of New Zealand's recent policy rate increase.Read more

Mumbai News Desk

17 Jul 2026

Raymond Realty has signed a joint development agreement (JDA) to develop a residential project in Mumbai's Parel, with an estimated gross development value (GDV) of around INR 85 billion. The project marks another addition to the company's asset-light expansion strategy, under which it partners with landowners to develop premium housing projects without outright land acquisition. Parel remains one of Mumbai's key redevelopment and residential markets, supported by strong infrastructure, commercial activity, and steady demand for premium homes.Read more

17 Jul 2026

The Supreme Court has transferred a money laundering case against real estate developer Amit Katyal from a special Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) court in Gurugram to the Special PMLA Court at Saket, Delhi. The case relates to allegations of cheating homebuyers in the Krrish Florence Estate project in Gurugram and the laundering of proceeds of crime linked to the development. While allowing the transfer, the apex court held that both Delhi and Gurugram courts had concurrent jurisdiction, as the alleged concealment of proceeds of crime took place in Delhi while the underlying property transactions and project were located in Gurugram. The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has accused Katyal of fraudulently raising funds from homebuyers, diverting project and bank funds, and illegally disposing of project land during insolvency proceedings.Read more

17 Jul 2026

The Centre has approved INR 1,000 crore for the construction of 2,400 km of rural roads in West Bengal under the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) and sanctioned one lakh houses under the Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana (PMAY). The announcements were made following a meeting between Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan and West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari. The Union government has also sanctioned INR 8,508 crore for rural employment initiatives until March 2027, while indicating that the combined outlay for the programmes, including the state's contribution, will exceed INR 12,064 crore. The approvals are intended to strengthen rural connectivity, housing delivery and employment generation across the state.Read more

17 Jul 2026

Home registrations in the Kolkata Metropolitan Area (KMA) declined 14% year-on-year to 26,207 units during the first half of 2026, according to Knight Frank India. The consultancy attributed the moderation to slower market activity during the West Bengal Assembly election period and a high comparison base from the previous year, when registrations had surged sharply. In June alone, apartment registrations fell 14% from a year earlier and 21% from the previous month to 3,669 units. Despite the decline, Knight Frank said transaction volumes remained robust by historical standards, supported by resilient end-user demand. The report also highlighted a continued shift towards larger residential units, with homes measuring 501–1,000 sq ft accounting for the majority of registrations, while demand for apartments exceeding 1,000 sq ft recorded significant year-on-year growth.Read more

17 Jul 2026

China’s residential property market showed a slight improvement over the past month as new home prices declined at a slower pace compared to the previous month. However, analysts believe the improvement is not enough to signal a sustained recovery, with weak housing demand, falling investment, slower construction activity and cautious consumer sentiment continuing to weigh on the sector. While top-tier cities recorded marginal monthly price gains, smaller cities remained under pressure. Economists also expect the Chinese government to continue with targeted support measures instead of announcing large-scale stimulus for the housing market.Read more

17 Jul 2026

The Delhi High Court has questioned the authorities over why nearly 24,000 vacant Economically Weaker Section (EWS) flats have not been allotted to slum dwellers facing eviction from settlements near the Prime Minister's residence. Hearing petitions filed by affected residents, the court sought explanations from the Centre, the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) and other agencies on the availability and utilisation of completed housing units. The matter has reignited concerns over rehabilitation policy, implementation of in-situ redevelopment and the utilisation of publicly funded affordable housing stock in the national capital.Read more