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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.
Nirmala Sitharaman to present the union budget

Developers Look to Union Budget 2025-26 for Growth-Oriented Real Estate Policies

As the Union Budget 2025-26 approaches, the real estate sector is optimistic about reforms to boost growth, address urban housing challenges, and improve homebuyer confidence. Developers advocate for raising the price cap on affordable housing, increasing PMAY allocations, providing tax benefits, and promoting sustainability initiatives to transform India’s urban landscape.
Affordable housing

Affordable Housing Crisis: Will Budget 2025-26 Turn the Tide?

India’s affordable housing segment, once a cornerstone of the real estate market, has witnessed a sharp decline, with its supply share dropping from 40% in 2018 to just 16% in 2024. Anuj Puri, Chairman of ANAROCK Group, highlights how changing buyer preferences, rising input costs, and diminishing government incentives have impacted this critical sector. With the Union Budget 2025-26 around the corner, there is hope that decisive policies and renewed focus could revive affordable housing and restore balance to the housing market.
Luxury housing Delhi-NCR

Affluent Buyers Show Continued Interest in Luxury Real Estate

India Sotheby’s International Realty’s Luxury Residential Outlook Survey 2025 highlights that 62% of HNIs and UHNIs plan to invest in luxury properties within the next 12-24 months, driven by capital appreciation and rising affluence. While optimism about economic growth has slightly tempered, the survey underscores the resilience of luxury real estate as a preferred asset for lifestyle upgrades and wealth creation.
Mumbai home sales September 2024 decline

Why Residential Developers Must Invest in EV Infrastructure Now

India’s push for electric vehicle adoption presents a unique opportunity for residential developers. By integrating EV infrastructure into their projects, developers can meet the growing demand for sustainable amenities, attract eco-conscious tenants, and increase property value. Discover how investing in EV charging stations can support India’s net-zero emissions goals while benefiting developers and residents alike.
MahaRERA

6,755 Clear MahaRERA Exam: 84-Year-Old Mumbai Man Among Top Achievers

The results of the 6th MahaRERA real estate agent exam are out, with a record-breaking 6,755 candidates clearing the test. Pune’s Praveen Kamble topped with 98%, while 84-year-old Daulatsinh Gadhvi from Mumbai proved age is no barrier to success. This certification is now mandatory for agents under MahaRERA’s regulations, ensuring better guidance for homebuyers.