26 May 2026

• Jaipur residents and urban planners have raised concerns over a new UDH notification allowing wider commercial activities in residential areas across the city.
• Experts believe the move could increase traffic congestion, parking shortages and pressure on civic infrastructure in housing colonies.
• Officials have warned that hotels, shops and commercial establishments in residential zones may affect the planned character of local neighbourhoods.
• The notification has also triggered legal concerns as courts have earlier stressed the need to protect zoning rules and master plan regulations.
• The development comes amid growing scrutiny over commercial misuse of residential properties in Jaipur and other major Indian cities.Read more

25 May 2026

Godrej Properties has awarded construction contracts worth around INR 1,100 crore to Tata Projects for three luxury housing projects located on Golf Course Road in Gurugram. The partnership covers core and shell construction work for Godrej Sora, Godrej Astra and Godrej Samaris. The move comes as developers continue to accelerate premium housing launches in key urban markets amid sustained demand for luxury homes. Godrej Properties has been expanding its residential portfolio across major cities including Mumbai Metropolitan Region, Delhi-NCR, Pune, Bengaluru and Hyderabad.Read more

25 May 2026

MHADA has reviewed the progress of multiple affordable housing projects underway in Kalyan taluka under PMAY and regional housing schemes, including developments at Shirdhon and Khoni. The review focused on construction status, infrastructure connectivity, pending approvals and occupancy-related challenges affecting project execution. Officials also assessed the impact of major infrastructure projects, including the proposed Virar–Alibaug Multimodal Corridor, on planned housing layouts in the region. The exercise forms part of MHADA’s broader strategy to accelerate affordable housing delivery and improve residential infrastructure across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region.Read more

25 May 2026

US-based real estate investment trusts AvalonBay Communities and Equity Residential are reportedly nearing a merger agreement that could create one of the largest apartment housing REITs in the United States. According to media reports, AvalonBay shareholders may receive 2.793 shares of Equity Residential common stock for every AvalonBay share held, with AvalonBay investors expected to own slightly over 51% of the merged entity. The combined company is also expected to declare an initial annual dividend of USD 2.81 per share. Together, both companies manage more than 180,000 apartment units across the US housing market.Read more

25 May 2026

The Enforcement Directorate has approached police authorities in multiple states to ensure protection for homebuyers and witnesses linked to the Ocean Seven Buildtech Pvt Ltd case involving promoter Swaraj Singh Yadav. The action follows complaints of threats, intimidation, and coercion reported during a recent bail hearing in a money laundering investigation tied to alleged misuse of funds in affordable housing projects. Victims told the court that they were being pressured to withdraw statements, while some also faced alleged false FIRs. The court directed immediate protection measures, prompting coordinated action by the ED with law enforcement agencies.Read more

25 May 2026

Adani Realty, Reliance Industries Limited, Macrotech Developers and JSW Group are among firms that have submitted bids for redevelopment projects spanning 206.49 acres across three MHADA layouts in Mumbai. The projects cover SVP Nagar in Andheri West, Bandra Reclamation in Bandra West and Adarsh Nagar in Worli under MHADA’s Construction and Development Agency model. The cluster redevelopment projects aim to modernise ageing housing colonies and upgrade infrastructure, though the proposals are facing legal challenges and opposition from several resident groups and housing societies.Read more

23 May 2026

• Domicil, the German furniture brand owned by HTL International, is expanding its wellness-focused seating portfolio in India through its Zero Gravity recliner collection.
• The recliner range has been designed around ergonomic and wellness-oriented seating concepts, including a recline angle intended to reduce spinal pressure and improve comfort during extended use.
• The company said growing consumer interest in comfort-led living and wellness-oriented home interiors is driving increased demand for recliner seating solutions across Indian households.
• The collection includes recliner sofas and single-seater formats equipped with touch-button controls, charging ports and integrated utility features aimed at modern residential layouts.
• Industry executives stated that recliners are increasingly being positioned as everyday lifestyle furniture rather than occasional luxury additions within residential interiors.Read more

Mr. Mukesh Kumar, Founder & Director of M-Sanvi Real Estate Pvt. Ltd.

23 May 2026

Homebuyers across Delhi-NCR are increasingly shifting towards practical, well-connected and ready-to-move residential properties instead of traditionally defined luxury housing projects. Rising property prices, changing work patterns and greater financial awareness are influencing buyer preferences towards homes that offer functionality, convenience and long-term usability. Industry stakeholders indicate that buyers are now placing stronger emphasis on efficient layouts, connectivity to workplaces and social infrastructure, manageable maintenance costs and immediate occupancy. Demand for compact but intelligently designed homes is also increasing as hybrid work models reshape residential requirements. The trend is prompting developers to focus more on efficient planning, infrastructure-led locations and liveability-driven housing formats rather than purely premium positioning or oversized apartment configurations.Read more

23 May 2026

IndiFrame has secured a mandate to supply window and door systems for the Midtown residential project in Nalasopara West being developed by Innovision Estates. The G+20 development marks IndiFrame’s entry into the Nalasopara micro-market and includes the supply of sliding windows, casement windows and ventilator systems using uPVC technology. The company stated that the project reflects increasing demand from developers for organised and execution-focused building material partners in residential construction. Midtown is positioned as a large-format residential development in Mumbai’s suburban belt, where infrastructure growth and housing demand are continuing to drive new project launches and urban expansion.Read more

23 May 2026

Casagrand has launched a new residential project, Casagrand Moondance, near Mysore Road in Bengaluru, focusing on spacious low-rise living and larger community spaces. Spread across 8.6 acres, the project will have 504 units in 2 and 3 BHK configurations built across B+G+4 structures. The development includes over 71,500 sq. ft. of themed courtyards, nearly 4.5 acres of open space and more than 65 lifestyle amenities. Located around 15 minutes from RR Nagar, the project is expected to benefit from Metro and NICE Road connectivity while catering to homebuyers looking for less congested residential environments in West Bengaluru.Read more

23 May 2026

Alliance City Developers Realtors Pvt. Ltd. has announced that its residential project, Alliance Abhimanyu, located at Mith Chowky in Malad West, is nearing possession. Registered under MahaRERA (P51800052607), the project comprises 2 BHK and 3 BHK apartments ranging from 600 sq ft to 821 sq ft in RERA carpet area. Positioned along Marve Road, the development is located near key transport and social infrastructure, including the Valnai Metro Station, Western Express Highway, schools, hospitals and retail centres. The developer stated that the project includes amenities such as a landscaped sky garden, gymnasium, podium parking, yoga deck and CCTV surveillance. Alliance City, which has completed 12 projects and is currently developing multiple schemes across Mumbai, said the project reflects its focus on timely execution and end-to-end project management across the residential development cycle.Read more

22 May 2026

• Signature Global Ltd has launched Prive Iconic Tower, a luxury residential development furnished by Armani/Casa, within its SG SPR Estate township in Gurugram.
• The standalone tower will comprise 72 four-bedroom residences with two apartments per floor, targeting low-density premium housing demand.
• The project is being developed in collaboration with SEETU Kohli Homes and forms part of the 125-acre Cloverdale township on Southern Peripheral Road.
• Signature Global expects to generate nearly INR 580 crore in revenue from the development.
• The company said the launch has witnessed strong initial response from high-net-worth individuals, business owners and senior professionals across North India.Read more

22 May 2026

Tariq Premji, son of Azim Premji, has acquired a luxury penthouse in Whitefield, Bengaluru, for INR 45.71 crore, according to property registration documents cited in multiple media reports. The apartment is located in the 27 Summit residential project developed by Sterling Urban Developments Pvt. Ltd. and has a super built-up area of around 7,000 sq ft with five car parking spaces. The transaction was registered earlier this month, with stamp duty and registration charges of about INR 2.74 crore, adding to a series of high-value residential deals in Bengaluru’s premium housing market.Read more

22 May 2026

Rubics Realty has outlined an expansion pipeline for 2026-27 with three luxury residential projects planned across Sion, Dadar and Worli in Mumbai, along with its first premium hospitality venture in Goa. The developer is focusing on the luxury and ultra-luxury housing segments as demand for premium homes in Mumbai continues to remain strong. The projects are expected to include large-format residences with a design-led approach centred on lifestyle and architecture. The company is also exploring strategic land acquisitions on the outskirts of Mumbai to strengthen its future development pipeline and expand its presence across emerging residential corridors.Read more