Bihar's Rural Development Department faces a significant hurdle in constructing over 9.16 lakh houses under the Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana (Gramin) this financial year. The delay stems from the Finance Department's failure to create a Single Nodal Agency (SNA) account, hindering timely fund disbursal to beneficiaries.
Varanasi Development Authority's efforts to encourage planned colony development have led to the sanctioning of over 474 layouts. However, a significant concern has emerged as 73 group housing projects, completed before 2020 and occupied by residents, have failed to obtain completion certificates, raising safety and legal uncertainties.
Forest officials demolished a concrete wall and two farmhouses in Gurugram's protected Aravali landscape after discovering fresh construction. The action, spanning 26 acres, followed inspections revealing unauthorized concretisation and use of earthmovers, violating the Aravali Notification of 1992.
Residents of new sectors along Dwarka Expressway are protesting against the proposed establishment of two construction and demolition (C&D) waste processing plants in sectors 103 and 106. They argue the locations violate planning norms and pose health risks, demanding relocation away from housing clusters. Fencing has already begun at one site, escalating resident concerns.
Sixteen houses in Indore's Piliyakhal will be demolished for a Metro station, displacing 28 families. Residents, holding leases under Rajiv Gandhi Ashray Mission, are being offered flats in Rangwasa. They demand individual flats for all 28 families and express concerns about commuting and children's education.
A consortium including Genex Hotels, Dilip Buildcon, and IHCL will redevelop the MPT Lake View Residency Hotel. The project aims to create a minimum 5-star property with a convention center. This development is expected to significantly boost Bhopal's tourism and its standing as a MICE destination.
Mumbai's net effective office costs surged by 8.0% in Q4 2025, the highest globally, driven by limited supply and strong demand for Grade A spaces. Delhi also saw prime office cost increases, mirroring sustained occupier interest. Globally, prime office costs rose 1.1% quarterly and 5.1% annually, with India outperforming the global average.
Despite a 14% dip in housing sales across top cities in 2025, the average time to convert a lead into a booking significantly shortened to 26 days. This improvement was primarily driven by quicker decision-making in higher ticket-size segments, particularly homes priced between ₹2 crore and ₹3 crore, which saw a conversion time of just 15 days.
India's housing market shifted towards expensive homes in 2025. Homes over one crore rupees made up half of all sales. Demand for cheaper homes fell significantly. Developers also launched fewer affordable housing projects. This indicates a major change in what buyers want and where builders focus their efforts.
Chamarajanagar district is set to declare 67 more villages as revenue villages, a move that will bring development and government facilities to these settlements. This declaration will enable residents to obtain official property records, access loans, and receive other essential government benefits previously unavailable to them.
Gurugram's town planning enforcement wing conducted demolition drives on February 11 and 13, targeting unauthorized colonies and illegal structures in Sadhrana, Bohra Kalan, Jamalpur, and Sector 89. Foundation-level construction, boundary walls, and internal roads were razed to curb unplanned development and protect homebuyers from fraudulent deals.
India's five listed REITs distributed over ₹2,450 crore to 3.8 lakh unitholders in Q3 FY26. These REITs manage a vast portfolio of prime office and retail spaces, having cumulatively distributed over ₹29,100 crore since their listings. The sector's growth is bolstered by strong leasing and occupancy, with policy proposals aiming to further enhance capital access and market depth.
WeWork India has launched a new 90,000 sq ft co-working space at Atrium Place in Gurugram's Udyog Vihar, adding over 1,200 desks to its NCR portfolio. This expansion, in partnership with DLF, marks WeWork India's 15th center in the region and contributes to a significant increase in enterprise desks.
Nine homebuyers have filed a cheating complaint against two real estate developers in Mapusa, Goa, for failing to deliver flats booked nearly a decade ago. Despite full payment for the 'Sai Ishwari' project, buyers allege false assurances and significant mental and financial distress. They also seek a probe into the cooperative credit society's loan sanction for the mortgaged project.
The Aqua Line Metro will extend from Botanical Garden to Noida Sector 142. This new 11.56 km stretch will add eight stations. The project is sanctioned at Rs 2,254.35 crore and aims for completion in four years. This extension will boost connectivity between Noida, Greater Noida, and Delhi. It will also improve access to IGI Airport and major railway stations.
Women renters in Chennai encounter moral scrutiny and broker harassment. Despite market shifts and proptech solutions, many face restrictive rules. Data shows a rise in women seeking rentals, preferring safer, managed communities. These areas command higher rents. Shared living in larger apartments is also becoming popular among women.
Pune Municipal Corporation has been officially designated as the planning authority for 23 merged areas, ending a period of dual control. This long-awaited decision by the state government resolves confusion over building permits and development plans. PMC will now be solely responsible for preparing a new development plan and overseeing all civic upgrades in these areas.
Mysuru City Corporation has started work on a new construction and demolition waste processing plant. This facility will help the city improve its cleanliness ranking. Teams from the Union ministry will visit soon to assess the plant's readiness. The plant will process 100 tonnes of waste daily. Recycled materials will be used for road construction and other projects.
Pune Municipal Corporation fined a private developer Rs 10 lakh for dumping trash on a riverbed and ordered a probe into illegal waste disposal. The civic body plans to establish 10 guarded centers for scientific waste management and will file criminal offenses against those responsible for the dumping.
The state government has directed the PMRDA to immediately begin preparing a draft structure plan for the Pune metropolitan region. This plan will provide a broad framework for future infrastructure development, mobility networks, and environmental protection, replacing the previously withdrawn draft development plan. The directive follows amendments to the MRTP Act, introducing the structure plan mechanism.
The Reserve Bank of India is proposing new rules for banks lending to Real Estate Investment Trusts. These directions, set to begin in July 2026, include limits on how much banks can lend. Banks will need board approval and REITs must meet certain operational and financial criteria. This move aims to broaden financing options for the real estate sector.
Uttar Pradesh State Industrial Development Authority is holding a major e-auction for industrial and commercial plots. This initiative aims to accelerate industrial growth across the state. Investors can bid for plots in various locations. The transparent online process offers opportunities for businesses. This move supports the vision of a USD 1 trillion economy for Uttar Pradesh.
Chandigarh municipal corporation is set to rent out over 100 commercial properties through e-auctions. This includes booths in Sector 17 and Mauli Jagran, along with the Smart City office building and seven nurseries. Base rents vary significantly, with some underpass booth prices reduced to attract bidders.
Trichy's real estate market is experiencing a boom, with premium flat prices soaring to over Rs 1.5 crore, surpassing some Chennai areas. This surge is attributed to infrastructure development and increased demand for larger, amenity-rich homes. Developers anticipate further growth with upcoming tech parks and hospitals.
Residents of a GGP Colony housing project are accusing their developer of encroaching on common roads for a new project, causing safety hazards. They also claim the developer has occupied common areas within their complex for unauthorized commercial use. Despite multiple complaints and favorable rulings from authorities, residents express deep disappointment over the government's inaction.
The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) will re-acquire 123 land parcels in South Delhi villages following Supreme Court directives. This move aims to prevent unsuspecting buyers from purchasing plots embroiled in legal disputes. The DDA has uploaded details of these parcels, originally acquired in the 1980s, on its website and cautions against any transactions.
Experion Developers is set to invest ₹1,500 crore in a new residential project named SAATORI in Noida's Sector 151. The project will span five acres and feature three towers, with one dedicated to 4BHK residences. Singapore and Plandscape Bangkok are the architectural and landscape consultants respectively.
Exotica Housing will invest ₹500 crore in its new IT and ITES project, Exotica One32, in Noida's Sector 132. The project spans five acres with two 27-floor towers offering office spaces from 1,000 to 3,000 sq ft. Integrated retail spaces are also part of the development. Phase-I possession is expected by January 2030.
Dev Accelerator has secured a massive 27-storey office tower in Ahmedabad. This deal, valued at over Rs 850 crore, is the largest coworking transaction in India. The agreement is structured as a development management deal. The project is currently under construction and will be ready in about 2.5 to three years.
Gujarat's chief secretary-led committee will hand over the stalled World Trade Center project in GIFT City to its allottees. This unprecedented move aims to complete Towers B and C after the original promoter's arrest. Allottees are forming associations to fund and manage the construction. The state government will facilitate this process, ensuring buyers get possession of their units.
Indiqube Spaces recorded a net loss of ₹17.06 crore for the quarter ending December 31, 2025. Total income reached ₹411.09 crore. The company saw improved debt to equity ratio and ROCE. Area under management and seat capacity grew significantly.
The Centaur Srinagar, one of the last two Centaur Hotels, has been taken over by The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts for a 60-year lease. Leela is investing Rs 300 crore in a major renovation, aiming to reopen the property with 170 larger rooms and branded houseboats by the end of next year.
Nearly 90 hotels in Lucknow are operating without mandatory fire safety no-objection certificates (NOCs). Following a recent hotel fire, the fire department is set to begin enforcement action, with compliance checks starting Monday. Hotels failing to meet safety norms face potential sealing, fines, or closure.
Nexus Select Trust has secured ₹7 billion from a 10-year sustainability-linked bond issuance. The International Finance Corporation is the anchor investor. This issuance will help refinance existing debt, leading to significant interest savings. The bonds are linked to ambitious sustainability targets, including net-zero emissions by 2030.
Nexus Select Trust will distribute Rs 358.60 crore to its unitholders for the quarter ending December 2025. The real estate investment trust reported a consolidated net profit of Rs 139.40 crore for the October-December period. Total income also rose to Rs 691.93 crore.
Villagers in Bittangala, Virajpet, are protesting a resort and luxury villa project, deeming it illegal and a threat to their landslide-prone community. Environmentalists and activists claim authorities granted permissions in violation of rules and a high court order. They warn of potential destruction and urge local MLAs to intervene.
Phoenix Mills reported a 4 percent increase in its consolidated net profit for the third quarter of the current fiscal year, reaching Rs 275.79 crore. This marks an improvement from the Rs 264.76 crore profit recorded in the same period last year.
New Delhi Municipal Council informed the National Green Tribunal about sealing one of three illegal borewells at The Lalit hotel. The hotel has applied for permission for the remaining two, with environmental compensation to be assessed. The tribunal is hearing a plea regarding illegal groundwater extraction by hotels.
The Lucknow Municipal Corporation is set to propose a significant hike in licence fees for hotels, restaurants, nursing homes, and commercial units, with increases potentially reaching five times the current rates. This revision, aimed at enhancing revenue and ensuring compliance, will be presented for approval on January 27 and is slated for enforcement from April 1, 2026.
Pride Hotels has received the green light from Sebi for its upcoming Initial Public Offering, aiming to raise Rs 1,000 crore. This influx of funds will be used to revamp existing hotels, settling debts, and catering to corporate endeavors.
The National Green Tribunal has formed a committee to investigate alleged illegal construction of resorts and hotels near the Pilibhit Tiger Reserve. This action follows concerns about environmental damage and increased human-wildlife conflict. The committee will inspect sites and report findings to the NGT. The NGT's next hearing is scheduled for April 9.
Uttarakhand's cabinet has decided to restrict homestay scheme benefits exclusively to state residents to promote local investment and revenue. This move aims to prevent non-residents from availing subsidies and ensure the scheme's original purpose of strengthening hill economies is met. The state will now focus on ensuring benefits reach deserving locals, fostering authentic cultural experiences for visitors.
In an encouraging update for the Unity Mall project in Chimbel, Goa’s government has confirmed that it is moving forward with all necessary approvals. Tourism Minister Rohan Khaunte reassured legislators that the project site is clear of any designated wetland conservation zones.
Omaxe is investing ₹500 crore in Omaxe Chowk, a new mixed-use project in Ludhiana. This development will offer convenient walk-to-shop options. The project is set to be delivered by June 2030.
Lemon Tree Hotels is restructuring into two focused businesses. One will manage hotels, the other will own and develop them. Warburg Pincus is investing significantly in the ownership arm, Fleur Hotels. Fleur Hotels will be listed separately. The entire process is expected to conclude within 12 to 15 months.
Chimbel villagers are intensifying their agitation against the Unity Mall and Prashaasan Stambh projects, vowing to continue their hunger strike until the government scraps them. Political leaders and activists have voiced strong opposition, alleging corruption and environmental degradation, and urging the public to resist the projects.
India’s retail real estate market is set to record its highest post-pandemic leasing at about nine million sq ft in 2025, driven by a strong year-end surge as new Grade A mall supply becomes operational. Improved availability of quality space has unlocked pent-up demand, while a robust supply pipeline is expected to push retail leasing further in 2026.
The future of India's retail real estate looks promising, with an estimated $3.5 billion in investments expected in the coming three years. As challenges mount for shopping centers in the West, international investors are turning their eyes to India.
The Municipal Corporation has reduced rents by 25% on hundreds of commercial properties to fill prolonged vacancies. This decision follows multiple failed auction attempts for various sites, including shops, booths, and kiosks. The move aims to generate revenue and reduce maintenance costs for the civic body.
Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation is cracking down on illegal establishments, sealing six restaurants and cafes in the West Zone for operating without Building Use permission and Fire NOC. Popular eateries in Gota, Thaltej, and Bodakdev were among those shut down. The AMC also fined two construction sites for safety violations, emphasizing its commitment to enforcing regulations.