Economic Survey: Policy reforms like RERA and GST have led to a sustained real estate upcycle and boosted sales

Policy reforms such as the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act (RERA), Goods and Services Tax (GST), and the Housing for All mission have helped formalise the real estate sector. Backed by these measures, the sector entered a sustained upcycle from September 2021, reflected in improved sales driven by higher household savings being channelled into […]

Maharashtra Cabinet clears Metro link between Mumbai and Navi Mumbai airports: What it means for real estate markets

The Maharashtra Cabinet Infrastructure Committee has approved a 35-km Metro project linking Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) with the Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) at an estimated cost of over ₹22,000 crore. The Maharashtra Cabinet Infrastructure Committee has approved a 35-km Metro project linking Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) with the […]

Economic Survey: More than 96 lakh homes delivered to beneficiaries under PMAY-U

Under the two phases of the flagship Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana–Urban (PMAY-U), aimed at addressing the urban housing shortage, a total of 122.06 lakh homes have been sanctioned, of which 96.02 lakh have been delivered to beneficiaries across the country as of November 24, 2025, the Economic Survey 2025-2026 said on January 29. Economic Survey […]

Hyderabad leads as retail leasing hits 8.9 mn sq ft in 2025, driven by Gen Z-focused formats

India’s retail leasing touched a record 8.9 million square feet in 2025, even as fresh supply jumped to 4.3 million sq ft, a 268 per cent rise from 2024. Hyderabad led new completions, contributing over half of the annual supply additions, followed by Mumbai and Delhi-NCR. Demand continues to be driven by retailers’ push for […]

Budget 2026 real estate expectations: Will homebuyers get higher interest deduction and affordable housing threshold?

With the Finance Minister set to present Budget 2026 on February 1, homebuyers are keenly watching for measures that could impact affordability and financing. Personal finance experts say the focus should be on borrowing costs, tax incentives, and access to credit to help buyers plan their first or next home. Budget 2026: Homebuyers are seeking […]