Homebuyers to Benefit as GST on Cement, Building Materials Cut From Sept 22

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.

Home Sales in July 2025: Hyderabad Buyers Go Premium, Pune Stays Affordable

July 2025 saw two contrasting housing trends: Hyderabad buyers went premium, pushing prices higher despite fewer sales, while Pune recorded strong affordable demand with more than 14,600 homes sold.

Mumbai Among World’s Top Prime Housing Markets, Ranks 6th Globally

Mumbai has emerged as one of the world’s hottest luxury housing markets, ranking 6th globally in Knight Frank’s latest Prime Global Cities Index Q2 2025. With 8.7% annual growth in prime property prices, the city is riding on infrastructure upgrades and strong wealth-driven demand, placing India firmly on the global luxury real estate map alongside Bengaluru and Delhi.

Brookfield Expands BKC Presence, Acquires Jet Airways Office Floor for ₹370 Crore

Brookfield Asset Management has strengthened its hold on Mumbai’s premium BKC office market by acquiring an additional floor in Godrej BKC for ₹370 crore, formerly owned by Jet Airways

Mumbai’s Residential Market Holds Steady While Office Rentals See Double-Digit Growth in H1 2025

Mumbai’s property market in the first half of 2025 showcased resilience, with office rents jumping 12% year-on-year despite a modest drop in leasing volumes. Residential sales stayed strong at over 47,000 units, supported by infrastructure growth and rising buyer preference for larger homes.