SEBI Approves Two More Alternative Investment Funds, Boosting Real Estate Investment
Reliance Capital plans to launch a ₹1,000 crore real estate-focused fund by 2012's end, targeting stalled projects in key Indian cities, despite recent market challenges.
Govt to sell/lease surplus land to ease financial stress, boosting real estate growth in Indian metros.
Delhi's real estate market faces challenges in 2012 due to competition from Gurgaon and Noida, offering better options and deals.
Suburbs are now preferred for real estate investment due to changing lifestyles and job availability. Gurgaon and Noida exemplify this trend, offering quieter, cleaner, and more relaxed environments.
Noida Extension's approval brings mixed reactions. Buyers face booking uncertainties, builders grapple with rising costs, farmers claim underpayment, and environmentalists raise concerns about water depletion.
The real estate landscape in Noida is increasingly skewed towards luxury developments, leaving middle-income groups struggling to find affordable housing options.
PwC stated at a conference that due to the global financial crisis, emerging markets' GDP may exceed advanced economies' sooner than anticipated, requiring real estate investors to adapt.
Unitech Ltd.'s Q4 profit plummeted 98% due to high interest rates and property prices impacting demand. The company expects improvement in the current fiscal year with increased funding availability and lower interest rates.
The Allahabad High Court has dismissed a review petition by Noida and Greater Noida authorities regarding NCR Planning Board approvals, delaying flat possessions. Relief for buyers as villagers' petition to quash land acquisition fails.
The CCI has reprimanded DLF Ltd for unlawfully canceling an apartment allotment, imposing penalties for non-compliance with previous directives concerning allottees.
Delhi government restricts property transactions to registered deeds only, banning General Power of Attorney (GPA) sales based on a Supreme Court order.
Koramangala, once overlooked, has transformed into a prime real estate hub in Bangalore, with rising rentals and limited commercial space, reflecting its growing desirability.
Godrej Properties experienced its worst quarterly performance since 2010, reporting a drop in profit and subdued sales, but management remains optimistic about future growth.
Assotech and Sun-Apollo announce a Rs 500 crore housing project in Gurgaon, located on Dwarka Expressway, with the development of apartments and villas.
A report by Jones Lang Lasalle highlights how Indian youth are pursuing real estate courses to enhance professionalism in the booming sector, underlining the industry's evolving demand for skilled talent.
Tata Housing has won five prestigious Asia Pacific Property Awards 2012, including the five-star award for La Montana, reaffirming its leadership in residential real estate.
High net worth investors and corporates are increasingly eyeing Mumbai's office space for investment, despite global economic uncertainty and market challenges.
Real estate prices in Coimbatore have increased 25-30% due to rising land, material, and labor costs, impacting affordability and the middle-income segment. Developers emphasize the need for infrastructure development to mirror Chennai's growth.
Despite a slowdown in GDP, office space absorption in India remained consistent in 2011-12. However, the outlook for 2012-13 appears challenging for developers.
The RBI's decision to cut key lending rates by 50 basis points is seen as a significant boost for the real estate sector, benefiting both developers and home loan customers.
The real estate industry is projected to reach $180 billion by 2020, highlighted during a seminar at Acharya Bangalore B School that engaged students with industry experts.
Realty firms appreciate RBI's decision to cut short-term lending rate, expecting reduced costs for both homebuyers and developers. It anticipates a boost in property demand.
Unity Infraprojects, with a healthy order book and strong balance sheet, presents a good investment opportunity. The company is poised to unlock value from its 9 million sq ft real estate projects across India.
Surat’s real estate sector has witnessed a 100% growth in the past two years, driven by vertical development, business opportunities, and infrastructure projects.