Malls in India see 16% vacancy rate as brands shift to high street stores due to viability, visibility, and branding issues.
The government is considering raising home loan limits and tax rebates to make housing more affordable amid economic slowdown.
Andhra Pradesh government allocates Rs 121 crore to Maytas Infra for a road project, raising concerns due to the recent failed Satyam bid to acquire a stake in the company.
Property prices in major Indian cities have surged, but new developments in areas like Rudrapur and Mohali show growth potential amidst a changing market landscape.
Atria group plans to expand its Indian hospitality sector portfolio with 1500 new rooms across multiple cities, including the launch of Atria Grand in 2009.
Rental property investments are gaining traction in India as home sales slow, with Hyderabad showing mixed trends in both sales and rental demand.
Choice Hotels plans to invest fifteen hundred crore rupees over two years to expand its hotel count in India from 25 to 50.
Rising property prices and interest rates have led to reduced affordability in residential properties, prompting developers to introduce various incentives and innovative schemes to boost sales.
India embraces green building practices, with the Indian Council of Green Building (ICGB) championing sustainable architecture and awarding LEED certifications.
Sarovar Hotels & Resorts aims to add 100,000 rooms by 2012, expanding its portfolio with 33 new hotels across various brands, including budget-friendly Hometels and apartment hotels.
JP Morgan Chase eyes 18% stake in Core Hotels Ventures for $14m, subject to final approval from Finance Minister P Chidambaram. FDI received previously from Indus Hotels Mauritius.
HDIL plans to raise ₹1,000 crore for Mumbai airport modernization, relocating 80,000 slum families. This surpasses the Dharavi project in scale and involves a 53-acre plot acquisition for ₹1,900 crore.
Provident Housing seeks to raise ₹750 crore from private equity to fund affordable housing projects across various Indian cities, expanding into a growing market segment.
PBEL City, a township by PBEL in Hyderabad featuring 13 residential and 2 commercial towers, commences phase I with a price range of Rs 41-52 lakh for flats. Completion estimated within 18-36 months. Targeted at IT, bank employees, aged 25-40.
India's logistics sector is projected to boom, reaching $385 billion by 2015. 110 logistics parks are expected by 2012, boosting industrial activity and real estate in tier-2 and tier-3 cities.
India's real estate market experiences significant growth, with developers expanding investments into various property types, including residential and commercial projects across the nation.
Real estate developers adopt 'personalized selling' to stand out in a competitive market, offering tailored experiences to potential buyers.
India's retail scene is thriving, with a rise in organized retailing and malls, while high street shops also maintain their appeal, showcasing a complementary growth strategy.
SatyaVani Projects plans to raise $150 million from European REITs to fund projects in Hyderabad, Bangalore, and Visakhapatnam.
Hyderabad's Totem Infrastructure enters real estate with ₹200cr project, aims for 25% portfolio share
DLF Ltd plans to develop eight shopping malls in metros this financial year, focusing on leasing commercial spaces.
Hindustan Times Media Limited has acquired a 0.65% stake in Sunil Mantri Realty for 20 crore rupees to finance new projects, fostering potential growth.
Indians are expected to invest SGD 150 million in Singapore real estate by FY 08-09 end. Land Solutions plans a ₹10,000 crore SEZ in Hyderabad.
Hyderabad's real estate market sees renewed interest from NRIs and foreign investors following electoral changes as concerns about a separate Telangana state diminish.
K Raheja Corp partners with the Clinton Climate Initiative to retrofit buildings across India, starting with sites in Mumbai and Hyderabad, and aims to reduce energy and water use.