The Nifty Realty Index has dropped 8% over the past month, presenting a lucrative opportunity for investors. Experts highlight the continued strength in luxury housing and the expected rebound in affordable homes. Ghar investigates more.

Nippon Life India Asset Management has acquired two premium floors in Mumbai's One Lodha Place, Lower Parel, for ₹486 crore, marking a landmark deal in the city’s prime real estate market.

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.

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.

HDFC Bank, in a strategic move to streamline its portfolio, plans to sell key commercial and residential properties acquired from its 2023 merger with HDFC. Expected to generate around ₹3,000 crore, this divestment signals a shift towards core banking operations and digital growth.

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.

Mumbai's luxury residential sector is a worldwide symbol of grandeur. Channel partners link developers and selective purchasers in this private sector, notably in the ultra-premium category, where knowledge and networks account for over 60% of transactions.

The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India (IBBI) suggests granting ownership to debt-free purchasers who already own their property during the insolvent real estate firm's bankruptcy settlement. However, the committee of creditors must approve this plan.

NAREDCO Maharashtra NextGen launches Excelerate 3.0 at Hotel Sahara Star, Mumbai, on November 14, 2024. The centrepiece event, "Innovation in Construction," will explore revolutionary solutions for today's building issues, including growing urbanisation and climate resilience.

India’s real estate market is booming, with opportunities spanning residential, commercial, and luxury properties. Real estate professionals must employ an expansive range of lead generation methods to attract and nurture potential buyers in a competitive market.

Indian real estate IPOs have gained pace due to high demand in residential, commercial, and retail industries. Real estate IPOs generated ₹13,553 crore in 2024, a significant rise from the previous year, as firms use capital markets for growth.

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.

Luxury real estate in India is changing as high-net-worth people (HNIs) seek lifestyle experiences rather than simply properties. Indian billionaires are upgrading to ultra-luxurious living quarters that showcase grandeur, modern technology, and personal taste as their expectations rise.

Embassy Office Parks REIT, India's first listed REIT and Asia's biggest office REIT by area, increased its fiscal 2025 leasing objective to 6.5 million square feet from 5.6 million. This adjustment shows that corporate occupiers, notably GCCs, continue to seek premium office locations.

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.