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.

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.

Real estate developer Lodha, formerly as Macrotech Developers, acquired Bain Capital's share in three joint digital infrastructure platforms for ₹307 crore to boost its logistics and industrial park revenue.

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.

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.

India's biggest and most costly real estate market, Mumbai, started the 2024 festival season with strong Navratri property registrations. Between October 3 and 11, the city registered 5,199 properties, a 13.2% increase over Navratri 2023.

MahaRERA has warned purchasers about 314 housing projects undergoing corporate bankruptcy resolution at the National Company Law Tribunal. A major 236 projects are in Mumbai, 52 in Pune, nine in Haveli, and five each in Ahmednagar and Solapur.

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.

In the September quarter, institutional inflows into India's real estate market showed high confidence from local and foreign investors. Colliers reported a 6.8-fold increase in office investments to $600 million in Q3 2024.

Mumbai's first underground metro line is open after delays and controversy. This Saturday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will open the 12.5 kilometre Aarey-BKC metro line's first phase. The new metro line would cut travel time from Aarey to BKC to 22.30 minutes, down from an hour.

The state government is granting developers Floor Space Index to overcome legal issues regarding salt pan land availability in Dharavi's redevelopment. In return for building rental accommodation for ineligible Dharavi inhabitants, the saleable components of the project will get an FSI of 1.33.

The third edition of India's Favourite Homestay Awards spotlighted the growing homestay business. At the Taj Cidade de Goa Horizon, celebrities chefs, designers, photographers, and entrepreneurs gathered.

Maharastra has highlighted concerns over 212 housing projects constructed between January and April 2023. Without necessary construction updates, these projects violate rules and have forced MahaRERA to take significant action.

Lodha Group, via Macrotech Developers, bought Ivanhoé Cambridge's share in three joint ventures for ₹239.56 crore. Lodha wants more control over its digital infrastructure investments to improve its annuity revenue.

Known for its renewable energy solutions, Suzlon Energy sold its headquarters, One Earth, in Hadapsar, Pune, for ₹440 crore to monetise non-core assets and drive expansion. OE Business Park (OEBPPL), backed by 360 ONE Alternates Asset Management funds, bought the land.