Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis announces AAI's decision to relocate airport radar from Dahisar to Gorai, approved by Civil Aviation Minister. This move frees up land for affordable housing projects, potentially building 50,000 homes in North Mumbai.
Residential real estate shows signs of moderation with demand declining 8.7% quarterly while supply rebounds 3.4%. Prices rose at slowest pace in two years.
Bajaj Housing Finance Limited introduces the Sambhav Home Loan, enabling eligible homebuyers to explore benefits under the PMAY-U 2.0 scheme for affordable housing.
Administrative confusion between GBA and RGHCL leaves 548 families waiting for homes under Bengaluru's Rs 1-lakh housing scheme, despite fully built houses being ready for allotment.
Odisha govt plans to leverage Hudco's Urban Invest Window (UiWIN) to accelerate affordable housing and rental projects under PMAY-U 2.0 in cities like Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, Puri, and Paradip.
Karnataka Housing Board plans a major housing project near Devanahalli, acquiring 593 acres. Landowners get 50% developed land as compensation. Read about the impact and local concerns.
President Trump unveils new housing strategy targeting affordability. Plans include a ban on Wall Street home buying and a $200B mortgage bond purchase to lower rates. Experts warn supply shortage remains unaddressed.
President Trump's plan to buy mortgage bonds aims to lower rates and boost affordability. But experts warn it could backfire, reigniting home price inflation if supply doesn't keep up. Read the analysis.
Nearly 800 families in North Chennai will move from shacks to modern apartments in a new CMDA housing complex near Stanley Hospital. The project, set for inauguration on Jan 21, offers quality homes with essential services. Read more.
The Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) allotted 634 affordable 2BHK flats via a live-streamed lottery. The Atal Nagar scheme saw massive interest with over 5,700 applications. Read details on prices, sizes, and the transparent process.
Economically backward families in North Chennai get 776 new high-quality homes near Stanley Hospital. The project, inaugurated Jan 21, offers modern amenities for better living. Read more.
Chandigarh plans to reissue a notification by end-January, allowing need-based changes in CHB houses. Over 3.5 lakh residents in 66,000 homes to benefit. Read for details on new provisions.
Chandigarh Administration plans to launch a new housing scheme in Sector 53 by March 2025. Get details on plot sizes, eligibility, and the application process.
Odisha's housing dept will finish over 48,000 incomplete PMAY-U homes after the central scheme's Dec 2025 deadline. States must now bear spillover costs. Read the full story.
US President Trump announces a $200 billion mortgage bond purchase plan using Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac cash reserves to lower rates. Experts question if it tackles the core housing shortage. Read the full analysis.
Ahmedabad's housing market saw 3% YoY sales growth in H2 2025, with 9,382 units sold. Premium homes above Rs 1 crore now hold 25% market share. Read the full Knight Frank report analysis.
Donald Trump announces steps to ban large investors from buying single-family homes, aiming to boost affordability. Shares of major rental firms tumble. Read the full story.
The share of affordable housing in India's key cities has sharply fallen from 38% in 2019 to just 18-19% in 2025. Discover why developers are shying away and what this means for homebuyers.
Unsold housing stock in India's top 7 cities rose to 5.76 lakh units in 2025 as new launches outpaced sales. Explore city-wise trends and the outlook for the real estate market.
Senior advocate Sandip Shastri outlines critical steps for housing societies to avoid legal and financial pitfalls in redevelopment projects. Learn the 51% rule and key checks.
India's electricity demand surged nearly 7% in December 2024, reaching a peak of 139,000 MW, driven by heating needs during a severe cold wave. Explore the data and grid implications.
Delhi's electricity demand hits record highs on Dec 31 & Jan 1 due to celebrations, cold weather, and extended commercial hours. Discover how the grid copes and the shift to renewable energy. Read more.
Bombay High Court criticizes MHADA officials & BJP MLA for misconstruing CM's remark as a stay, upholds Sunglory's NOC, and sets a 2026 deadline for Nutan society's redevelopment proposal. Read the full story.
UP government introduces new pricing guidelines, offering up to 25% discount on nearly 10,000 unsold flats in Ghaziabad to clear inventory. Learn about the payment rebates and revised costs.
UP government introduces new pricing guidelines offering up to 25% discount on nearly 10,000 unsold GDA and Housing Board flats in Ghaziabad. Includes extra rebates for fast payments. Read more.
Bengaluru housing scheme beneficiaries protest after 5-year wait, as govt prioritizes Kogilu demolition victims. 550 allottees paid lakhs but got no flats. Details inside.
Over 50 Irular families in Krishnagiri's N Thattakkal village remain homeless for 4 months after demolishing old houses on officials' promise of new ones. Read their struggle and the roadblock protest.
India's electricity demand rose 7% to 138.39 billion units in December 2024, signaling strong economic activity. Read the full analysis of power sector trends.
Maharashtra's cooperation department launches an online system for housing society registration, slashing mandatory documents from 29 to 19. The move aims to speed up approvals, reduce office visits, and curb middlemen. Learn how this reform benefits resi
Chennai emerges as India's most resilient housing market in 2025, with sales rising 15% while other major cities decline. Discover the factors behind its success and expert insights.