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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.
The Maharashtra government has approved the closure of MAHA ARC Limited, its state-level asset reconstruction company, following RBI restrictions that prevented it from operating under SARFAESI Act norms.

Maharashtra Government Shuts Down MAHA ARC Limited, Its State-Owned Asset Reconstruction Company

The Maharashtra government has approved the closure of MAHA ARC Limited, its state-level asset reconstruction company, following RBI restrictions that prevented it from operating under SARFAESI Act norms.
The Maharashtra government has approved ₹8.91 crore under the PMAY-Urban scheme for affordable housing projects in cities including Pune, Nagpur, Pimpri-Chinchwad and Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, focusing on housing for the Scheduled Tribe category.

Maharashtra Waives ₹16.9 Crore Premium for PMAY Housing Project for Unorganised Workers in Solapur

The Maharashtra Government has waived ₹16.93 crore in premium and dues for a 30,000-home PMAY project for unorganised workers in Solapur’s Kumbhari village, marking a major policy step to boost affordable housing.
India’s office vacancy has fallen to 13.85%, the lowest since 2020, driven by strong demand and limited supply. With rents rising and premium spaces tightening, the market is shifting in favour of landlords.

India Leads Global Return-to-Office Trend: 83% of Employees Welcome Back-to-Office Mandates

India is leading the world’s return-to-office movement, with 83% of employees expressing positive sentiment toward RTO mandates. JLL’s latest study shows flexibility and well-being are now central to India’s evolving workplace culture.
Real estate stocks opened on a cautious note as Indian markets consolidated in early trade. While select developers like DLF and Phoenix Mills showed resilience, others faced pressure, pointing to a range-bound and stock-specific trading session ahead.

🏗️ Realty Stocks End Flat After Volatile Session: DLF, Godrej Hold Gains While Mid-Caps See Profit-Taking

Real estate stocks ended flat on Tuesday as early gains fizzled out. Large developers like DLF and Godrej held their ground, while mid-caps saw profit-taking. Investors now await festive booking data and institutional flow cues to guide the sector’s next move.
“Being the owner gives you preferential rights, but not unlimited time.” In a firm order, SRA removes a private landowner as developer after three years of zero progress on a Lower Parel slum scheme, prioritising slum dwellers’ right to timely rehabilitation.

No Inheritance Without Consent: Bombay HC Says Tenancy Transfers on Public Premises Need Landlord Approval

The Bombay High Court has ruled that tenancy rights cannot override contractual restrictions on public premises, upholding LIC’s eviction of Niloufer Marshall from a Mumbai flat. Learn the implications in 2025.