Punjab’s temporary stamp duty relief lowers registration costs to 1% until January 31, 2026, making property deals faster, cheaper, and more attractive.
Uttar Pradesh has lifted Lucknow development fees to Rs 2,475 per sq m, a 77 percent jump that may reshape project costs and pricing.
Chandigarh’s Estate Office is set to verify private property records before auctions, reducing fraud risk and making disposal easier for owners, NRIs, and seniors.
Noida led Uttar Pradesh’s real estate market in 2025 with 69 project registrations, 37,199 units, and over half of the state’s capital investment.
Housing societies in Nagpur are being urged to verify developer credibility, finances, RERA compliance, and past occupancy certificates before redevelopment deals.
Pune’s elections and Budget 2026 may reshape affordability, tax relief, and approvals, while new roads could lift values in key corridors.
The Supreme Court mandated a CBI investigation into Mumbai's builder-bank nexus, uncovering subvention schemes that diverted funds and delayed housing projects. Over 1,200 homes across six cities are implicated, with Supertech at the epicenter.
Eknath Shinde has promised incentive FSI for Nashik redevelopment, aiming to improve project viability, ease height norms, and revive ageing housing stock.
Festive demand, GST relief, and clearer ORERA rules boosted Bhubaneswar housing sentiment in 2025, even as certificate gaps slowed some registrations.
Ranchi's 85% RERA compliance in 2025 marks a sharp rise from 55% in 2022, boosting transparency, buyer trust, and Tier-2 market credibility.
Bengaluru homebuyers are reporting alleged double sales of apartments through altered registration papers, exposing legal risks, financial losses, and weak builder accountability.
Ahmedabad developers are shifting to box pricing to cut confusion, improve transparency, and make home loans and property registration simpler for buyers.
Kolkata's housing market shows recovery signs in 2026, fueled by RERA's stronger framework for transparency and expected home loan rate cuts. Lower EMIs will drive mid-segment demand, while 2025 consolidation aligns supply with buyers. Q1 sales rose 5% to 4,043 units amid national dip, with prices up 3%. East and South zones lead growth.
Lucknow Municipal Corporation launches a cutting-edge digital Property Tax Management System using Google Maps and GIS tech. It uncovers 90,000 unassessed properties, boosts revenue, and makes tax assessment and payments easier for owners via online portals. A game-changer for real estate in the city.
Odisha's ORERA is overhauling real estate agent reporting with transaction-level details starting December 2025 quarter. Agents must submit deeds, agreements, and receipts per deal after audit exposed filing gaps. Non-compliance risks fines under 2016 Act. Stay compliant to avoid penalties in Odisha's property market.
Ahmedabad's upgrade to Seismic Zone IV by the Bureau of Indian Standards demands tougher quake-proof standards for buildings approved after May 3, 2026. Engineers must reinforce designs from foundations up, boosting material use and driving a 20-25% hike in new property prices. Buyers and developers face big changes ahead.
Ujjain has overtaken Bhopal in residential project registrations for 2024-25, per MPRERA data, reversing years of dominance by the capital. Developers point to CM Mohan Yadav's hometown advantage and 2028 Simhastha preparations as drivers, while CREDAI Bhopal blames an outdated master plan and RERA hurdles for the slump. This shift signals urbanization trends in Madhya Pradesh.
Ghaziabad administration has ditched the proposed 40% circle rate increase for 2025-26 after property registrations fell. Officials retained 2024-25 rates mostly intact, adding small hikes only for shops and commercial spots following public feedback review. This move aims to boost deals and steady revenue amid market slowdown.
Ludhiana Municipal Corporation introduces weekly revenue targets across four zones to recover ₹50 crore property tax gap for FY 2025-26. Chaired by Commissioner Aaditya Dachalwal, the shift from monthly checks boosts accountability and targets illegal builds amid doorstep collections and penalties.
The Greater Noida Authority has greenlit Birla Estates and Floral Homes as co-developers for stalled projects in Sectors 10 and 1, bringing the total to nine under UP's rehabilitation policy. This step offers long-awaited relief to homebuyers stuck in limbo, backed by funds like SWAMIH's Rs 300 crore commitment, promising faster construction revival and possession.
Omaxe World Street Private Limited, a subsidiary of Omaxe Limited, has obtained RERA registration HRERA-PKL-FBD-791-2025 for its London Street Extension commercial project in Sector-79, Faridabad. This key approval allows development, sales, transfers, and ads, boosting buyer trust with legal safeguards, on-time delivery promises, and solid credibility before launch. A big step for Faridabad's...
Tamil Nadu RERA has approved 12 new residential projects in Kanchipuram on November 22, 2025, offering over 2,800 units in Enathur, Walajabad, and Uthiramerur. These fully DTCP-compliant developments boast solar power, rainwater harvesting, and community spaces, perfectly suiting Chennai commuters seeking affordable, eco-friendly homes amid rising demand.
Gujarat RERA's November 28 order, effective December 1, 2025, mandates detailed project boards at construction entrances. These waterproof displays reveal RERA numbers, specs, amenities, bank details, loan info, and QR codes, eliminating the need for website visits. A recent tweak removes exact loan amounts, balancing developer concerns with buyer access.
Delhi government reviews circle rates, proposing 'A+' category for Lutyens' Delhi's elite areas like Golf Links and Jor Bagh. This responds to 9% YoY luxury appreciation in H1 2025, per NurcMediaNext and SKJ Landbase. Expect higher valuations, transaction costs, and investor appeal in India's top enclave.
TNRERA Chairman Shiv Das Meena launched a comprehensive awareness initiative in Madurai to enhance transparency in property transactions. The program educates homebuyers on RERA regulations, project verification, and grievance redressal mechanisms.
