RBI Holds Repo Rate at 5.5% — Home Loan Interest To Remain As It Is

With the RBI holding the repo rate at 5.5%, homebuyers can expect stable EMIs and continued affordability. Experts say the decision supports confidence ahead of the festive season, while developers prepare offers to sustain momentum in the housing market.

Mumbai Property Market Shows Strong Momentum in July 2025, Luxury Segment Gains Traction

Mumbai recorded 12,579 property registrations in July 2025, with compact homes dominating and luxury housing gaining share. The Western suburbs led activity, supported by infrastructure growth and end-user demand.

CSR Funds to Fuel Affordable Homes in Maharashtra

Under its 2025 Housing Policy, Maharashtra has opened a new door for corporate participation by enabling CSR funds to support housing for the urban poor, migrants, women, and other vulnerable groups. Through a proposed CSR-Housing Development Board and incentives for green, rental, and inclusive projects, the state aims to transform its housing landscape in partnership with the private sector.

Now You Can Track Every Home Being Built in Maharashtra

With the launch of SHIP (State Housing Information Portal), Maharashtra will become the first Indian state to provide real-time tracking of all housing projects across the public and private sectors. Citizens can now see how many homes are being built, where, and for whom—bringing radical transparency to urban development and housing schemes.

UP Govt Cuts Stamp Duty for Women Homebuyers: Real Estate Experts Welcome Move, Call for Broader Reforms

The Uttar Pradesh government has reduced stamp duty by 1% for women buying property up to ₹1 crore. Industry experts call it a progressive step that empowers women and boosts mid-segment housing, while also urging for broader tax reforms to make homeownership affordable for all.