Page 20 - Real Estate

Real estate stocks burn investor pockets in 2025; is rebound on the cards?

Real estate sector/stocks: The Nifty Realty index has slumped nearly 14 per cent so far in 2025 (till Sept 15), in sharp contrast to the 6 per cent gain in the benchmark Nifty50 index.

Supernova stalled: SC blocks fresh sales, eyes court-led rescue for buyers

The Supreme Court has moved to lock down the Supernova project in Noida by restraining Supertech Realtors and its suspended director from creating any third-party rights over the property

Kolkata home sales jump 33% in a month, Rajarhat, Dum Dum top spots in Aug

6,196 apartment registrations in August 2025.Larger homes find favour, share of homes above 500 sq ft now 68%

India's luxury housing boom fuels demand for premium home products

Premium brands across kitchenware, bath fittings, tiles, furniture, and interiors are experiencing a surge in demand as affluent buyers increasingly splurge on upscale residences

Mahindra Lifespaces to redevelop Chembur societies worth ₹1,700 crore

Mahindra Lifespaces to redevelop two housing societies in Chembur with Rs 1,700 crore potential, strengthening its Mumbai redevelopment pipeline

Noida-Gurugram FAR relaxation: Will more supply hurt flat investors?

"Investors should temper expectations of steep price gains," says experts, flagging pressure on resale in some micro markets

Pune tops India's Vaastu map - Half of homes for sale are vaastu-compliant

Close behind are metro markets that one would expect to skew premium and tradition together - Mumbai (54.7%) and Navi Mumbai (54.5%)

India to add 6 mn sq ft of F&B retail space by 2028, says JLL report

India's retail property market is on track for major growth, with new malls and high streets driving 6 mn sq ft of F&B space by 2028, as global and domestic operators expand

Metro push, limited land may send old Gurugram prices soaring, say experts

As Gurugram gets a new metro line, experts flag key sectors where prices may rise, advising homebuyers to focus on infrastructure and builder quality.

Delhi's golden run: Why office, retail and housing markets are thriving

During January to June (H1 2025), Delhi recorded an office space absorption of approximately 400,000 sq. ft., driven by strong business confidence in core business districts

DLF Cyber City Developers plans to raise up to ₹1,100 crore via NCDs

DCCDL, a DLF-GIC joint venture, to raise Rs 1,100 crore via NCDs for projects and debt repayment, aims to cap net debt at Rs 20,000 crore with strong rental-led cash flows

Buyers investing in agricultural land must adhere to state-specific rules

Some states allow only agriculturists to buy, while others require outsiders to secure approval prior to purchase

Credai urges land reforms, ease of doing biz to boost Indian real estate

Land reforms, ease of doing business, faster building plan approvals with lower charges, skilling, and creation of new cities are required to transform the Indian real estate sector, according to Credai. Realtors' apex body CREDAI, which represents more than 13,000 developers as members, has come out with a report, 'The National Real Estate Development Framework 'Vision 2047' at its annual conference here. "The future of Indian real estate is not just about creating buildings, but about building communities, livelihoods, and aspirations," Credai National President Shekhar Patel said. The report is both a vision document and a call to action, inviting all stakeholders to come together to transform India's real estate sector and make it globally competitive, he added. Patel said the real estate sector would play an important role in making India a developed nation by 2047. To transform this sector, Credai has suggested a framework comprising nine pillars. Seeking land reforms, the

Hyderabad business family buys ₹140-crore Jor Bagh bungalow in Delhi

Hyderabad's Vishwa Samudra Group executives buy a ₹140-crore bungalow in Delhi's Jor Bagh; the sale deed was registered in June this year, with the buyers paying a stamp duty of ₹8.96 crore

SC asks Centre to consider expanding SWAMIH to finance insolvent projects

The apex court said that liquidation of viable projects must be avoided and that the state cannot remain a "silent spectator" when the livelihoods of millions are at stake

Indian REITs deliver 6-7.5% yields, outpacing US, Japan markets: Report

Indian Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) are generating an average yield of 6-7.5 per cent for unitholders, better than many mature markets, including the US, according to a report by CREDAI and Anarock. CREDAI, the apex body of Indian real estate developers, and property consultant Anarock released a report 'Indian REITs - A Gateway to Institutional Real Estate' at an event here. At present, there are five listed REITs in India - Brookfield India Real Estate Trust, Embassy Office Parks REIT, Mindspace Business Parks REIT, Nexus Select Trust, and Knowledge Realty Trust. Nexus Select Trust are backed by rent-yielding retail real estate (shopping malls) while the other four are office REITs. "Average distribution yields of Indian REITs range between 6 per cent and 7.5 per cent, competitive with fixed-income instruments but with the added potential for capital appreciation," the joint report said. Comparing with other REIT markets globally, the report found that India still lags

HC ruling on JDAs to ease costs, boost project viability, say developers

Legal experts caution of challenge in SC, also clarity would be needed for settling ITC

Indian Reits deliver 6-7% yields, surpassing global benchmarks: Report

Indian Reits yield 6-7 per cent, outpacing US, Singapore and Japan, says Anarock-Credai report, as sector eyes $25 billion market cap and diversification into new asset classes

GST cut to lift housing demand, boost festive season sales: Credai

Indian government's decision to cut GST rates on various products will increase purchasing power of consumers and boost demand for residential properties in the upcoming festive season, according to realtors' body CREDAI. The association, which has a 13,000 members from across India, said the construction cost is expected to come down because of reduction in GST rates on cement and few other building materials. The association, which is organising its annual event CREDAI-NATCON here, asserted that the benefit of GST rationalisation would be passed on to customers, provided cement companies and other manufacturers of building materials bring down their rates. New GST rates are applicable from September 22. Addressing a press conference on late Thursday, CREDAI Chairman Boman Irani said, "GST rationalisation has generated feel good factor among people. There is a positive sentiment among consumers, which is a good sign ahead of festival season". CREDAI President Shekhar Patel said th

India's real estate likely to touch ₹5-10 trillion by 2047: Report

India's real estate sector could reach USD 5-10 trillion by 2047, contributing up to one-fifth of GDP, driven by urbanisation, infra growth, sustainability mandates and investor interest