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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.
In a pioneering ruling, MahaREAT directs developers to repay a buyer's 2009 cash booking of ₹7.5 lakh as part of ₹15 lakh relief with interest, upholding an unregistered deal and piercing partnership defenses.

Delay Excused: Developer’s Appeal Against MahaRERA to Proceed

In a significant ruling for homebuyers, the Maharashtra Real Estate Appellate Tribunal (MahaREAT) has allowed a developer’s delayed appeal to proceed. The developer, Runwal Developers Pvt. Ltd., successfully argued that a long delay in challenging a MahaRERA order was due to their “bonafide” pursuit of a review application. While the court recognized the delay , it concluded there was no negligence or intentional prolonging of the matter. The appeal was allowed on the condition that the developer pays a cost of ₹10,000 to the homebuyers.
As India heads into 2026, real estate leaders see sustained demand across housing segments, rising importance of redevelopment, rapid growth in Tier-2 cities, and new asset classes shaping a more diversified and future-ready property market.

Mumbai Homebuyers Shift Gears: Premium Homes & 2BHKs Lead as Affordable Demand Fades

Mumbai’s housing market is seeing a clear tilt towards premium living, reveals ANAROCK’s Homebuyer Sentiment Survey (H1 2025). While demand for affordable homes in the city’s peripheries is weakening, a growing share of buyers prefer 2BHK units in the ₹90 lakh–₹1.5 Cr price bracket. The survey highlights that 81% of MMR homebuyers are concerned about rising prices, which have jumped across key micro-markets, from ₹24,950 per sq. ft. in Central Suburbs to ₹44,000 per sq. ft. in South Central Mumbai. New launches have moderated by 24% year-on-year, but trust in branded developers and the promise of timely delivery is driving demand. For Mumbai homebuyers, the choice is now clear: better location, better quality, and better value — even if it costs more.
The GST Council’s landmark reform slashes tax rates on cement and key construction materials from September 22, 2025. Homebuyers stand to gain as lower input costs reduce project expenses by 3–5%, boosting affordability in the mid-income and budget housing segments. Experts including Anuj Puri (ANAROCK) and the Cement Manufacturers’ Association hail the move as transformative, with potential to revive demand and accelerate project launches ahead of the festive season.

GST on Homes: Affordable at 1%, Luxury at 5%, Ready Flats Exempt

Affordable homes attract just 1% GST, under-construction projects 5%, while ready-to-move-in flats are exempt. With cement GST cut to 18%, construction costs may ease, but buyer benefits depend on developers.
Green buildings

1% Greener Office = 3% More Thriving Employees

The Confederation of Indian Industry – Indian Green Building Council (CII-IGBC) and the Confederation of Danish Industry (DI) have released a first-of-its-kind research report proving that sustainable workplaces enhance employee thriving, engagement, and organizational profitability. Supported by IIM Ahmedabad, the multi-year study covers six Indian cities and offers robust evidence that green building practices go beyond environmental gains to deliver measurable business value.
Tiger Shroff has sold his luxury apartment in Rustomjee Paramount, Khar, for ₹15.6 crore, earning nearly ₹4 crore over his 2018 purchase price. The deal highlights both the star’s smart investment and the strength of Mumbai’s prime real estate market.

Tiger Shroff Sells Khar Apartment for ₹15.6 Cr, Earns Nearly ₹4 Cr Profit

Tiger Shroff has sold his luxury apartment in Rustomjee Paramount, Khar, for ₹15.6 crore, earning nearly ₹4 crore over his 2018 purchase price. The deal highlights both the star’s smart investment and the strength of Mumbai’s prime real estate market.