Equity investments in Indian real estate are set to cross $10 billion (₹1,000 crore) for the first time. Inflows reached $8.9 billion from January to September 2024, up 46% year-on-year, driven by strong domestic investor participation and a jump in deal volumes to 200 from 151 in 2023.

As tax authorities tighten their grip on property transactions, landowners who enter Joint Development Agreements (JDAs) with builders are now under scrutiny for potential tax evasion.

Mid-sized property developers in India are adapting to the evolving real estate landscape by leveraging local expertise to deliver niche, high-quality developments, regaining ground after 2017's consolidation by large corporations.

A recent study highlights a gradual reduction in slum-covered land in Mumbai’s peninsular region, dropping by 8.6% over 17 years. From 47.7 sq km in 2005, the slum area declined to 43.6 sq km in 2022, revealing a dynamic transformation in one of India’s most densely populated cities.

Oberoi Realty’s latest launch JARDIN at Oberoi Garden City Thane, has taken the real estate market by storm, recording Rs 1,348 crore in bookings within 3 days. This 75-acre, integrated luxury development on Pokhran Road No. 2 is set to redefine upscale living in Thane with world-class amenities.

Long-time inhabitants, archaeologists, and cultural curators discussed Khotachi Wadi's history, architecture, and culture, which has withstood Mumbai's fast urbanisation, in an engaging panel.

In the next two years, House of Hiranandani, led by Surendra Hiranandani, would invest approximately ₹12,500 crore to increase its development footprint by 10 million square feet in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR). This strategic expansion will include acquisitions and greenfield ventures.

The GST Council's GoM proposes increasing the affordable home price barrier from ₹45 lakh to ₹55 lakh. If authorised, this might help budget homebuyers by matching GST incentives with growing property prices and increasing housing accessibility throughout India.

Anant Raj, a renowned Delhi-NCR real estate developer, aims to raise up to INR 2,000 crore via a QIP. The funds will fund project expansion and new initiatives in high-demand areas.

Runwal Realty, a prominent real estate developer, acquired a 4-acre land parcel in Mumbai's Worli neighbourhood for ₹800 crore, including taxes and government levies. The developer plans to build a 1 million square foot luxury residential development, generating ₹8,000 crore in revenue.

Indian real estate demand is rising throughout the holiday season. Since the RBI just maintained the repo rate, homeowners may take advantage of low lending rates and invest now. We examine the main drivers of real estate market development over this time.

The Maharashtra government has announced plans to build a "Third Mumbai," which will be led by the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA). This city will be built by the New Town Development Authority (NTDA) in the Raigad area, past the Mumbai Trans Harbour Link (MTHL) ...

The state cabinet accepted the transfer of 140 acres of Malwani and Aksa property from the suburban collector for the ambitious Dharavi Redevelopment Project. Land will be utilised for rental homes for slum inhabitants ineligible for free housing under the project.

The Maharashtra houses and Area Development Authority has long promised affordable houses. However, a recent decision has caused major changes in low-income property pricing between 2023 and 2024.

IAS officials, including Dharavi Redevelopment Project (DRP) CEO SVR Srinivas, Cidco president Vijay Singhal, and BMC associate municipal commissioner Abhijit Bangar, discussed city initiatives during the Maharashtra Infrastructure Conclave.