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Varun Singh, is a Senior Journalist who has extensively covered the Real Estate Sector for over one and half decade. His articles, insights, and opinion on the sector are widely read.
India’s office real estate market saw a sharp 36% drop in new construction in Q1 2026, even as leasing demand surged 20%, tightening vacancies and pushing rentals higher across major cities.

Maharashtra Caps Project Approvals to Control Costs, Tightens Funding Rules

Maharashtra introduces stricter approval norms for infrastructure projects to prevent cost overruns and ensure timely completion, impacting future development planning.
Mumbai sold more homes in May 2026 than May 2025 — but earned less. The data reveals a market quietly cooling under the weight of inventory and NRI hesitation.

Mumbai Property Market Flashes Warning Signs: Sales Revenue Falls Even as Registrations Rise

Mumbai sold more homes in May 2026 than May 2025 — but earned less. The data reveals a market quietly cooling under the weight of inventory and NRI hesitation.
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Mumbai Redevelopment Trap: Buying Extra Area from Builder Triggers Income Tax Notice

Buying extra area during Mumbai redevelopment can land you an income tax notice. ITAT Mumbai recently deleted ₹2.82 lakh addition in a landmark ruling, giving relief to thousands of flat owners.
The RBI’s decision to hold the repo rate at 5.25% offers relief to homebuyers by keeping borrowing costs stable. Amid global uncertainties, this policy supports resilient demand in residential real estate and predictable EMIs.

RBI Holds Repo Rate at 5.25%: Relief for Homebuyers Amid Geopolitical Pressures

The RBI’s decision to hold the repo rate at 5.25% offers relief to homebuyers by keeping borrowing costs stable. Amid global uncertainties, this policy supports resilient demand in residential real estate and predictable EMIs.
SRA plans 28,061 homes in Andheri cluster redevelopment, a key step towards slum-free Mumbai under the state housing policy.

28,061 Homes Planned: SRA Picks Andheri Cluster for Mega Slum Redevelopment Project

SRA plans 28,061 homes in Andheri cluster redevelopment, a key step towards slum-free Mumbai under the state housing policy.