01 Mar 2026

South India-based residential developer Casagrand Premier Builder Limited has expanded its operational footprint in western India with the inauguration of a development office in Mumbai. Located in Lower Parel, the new office is intended to serve as a strategic base for the company's growing focus on Maharashtra, where it already has an ongoing residential project in Pune. The inauguration was attended by Shaina NC and the company's Chairman and Managing Director Arun Mn, along with senior leadership. Casagrand, which has built a portfolio of more than 180 projects across India and Dubai, has traditionally been concentrated in southern markets. The Mumbai office reflects its long-term intent to deepen engagement with western India's real estate ecosystem, including consultants, partners and homebuyers, while strengthening operational execution in the region.Read more

01 Mar 2026

BPTP Limited, through its wholly owned subsidiary Urban Realtech Private Limited, has entered into a joint development arrangement for a residential group housing project on an approximately 11-acre land parcel in Sector 39, Surajkund, Faridabad. The proposed development is expected to offer a potential buildable area of over 2 million sq ft, subject to statutory approvals. Located within an established micro-market, the site benefits from proximity to key infrastructure and connectivity across the NCR. The project will proceed following approvals from the Department of Town & Country Planning, Haryana, and registration under RERA. The move reinforces BPTP's continued focus on Faridabad, where the developer has an established operating presence and sees sustained residential demand supported by infrastructure-led growth.Read more

01 Mar 2026

Brett Lee has relocated to Dubai, purchasing a waterfront residential unit at Breez by Danube, a project developed by Danube Properties. The acquisition, completed in the past week, places the former fast bowler among a growing list of global public figures choosing Dubai as a long-term residential base. The project is located in Dubai Maritime City and comprises fully furnished apartments with access to a range of leisure and wellness amenities. Lee cited lifestyle considerations, safety and long-term investment value as key factors behind the move. The transaction reflects sustained demand for premium waterfront housing in Dubai, particularly from internationally mobile buyers seeking residential stability alongside asset diversification.Read more

01 Mar 2026

Bhagwati Group and Haware Properties have jointly announced the launch of Swarajya a themed residential project in Dombivli near Mumbai, earlier this week, coinciding with the birth anniversary of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. The project will be marketed and sold by The Guardians Real Estate Advisory and is positioned under the MyFirst Home category, following earlier editions in Shil Phata and Kalyan that together attracted more than 3,000 homebuyers. Conceived as a culturally rooted housing development,Swarajya draws inspiration from the legacy, values and governance philosophy of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. Alongside the project launch, the developers also unveiled a Swarajya song that has gained significant digital traction across Maharashtra, reinforcing the project's cultural positioning and regional connect.Read more

28 Feb 2026

Casagrand has announced the launch of Casagrand Crestwood, an ultra-luxury gated villa development in Medchal, Hyderabad, marking a new addition to the city's high-end residential supply. Spread across 12 acres, the project comprises 130 five-bedroom villas, with prices starting from INR 2.99 crore. The low-density enclave is planned with a strong emphasis on open spaces, private gardens and large-format villas, alongside a clubhouse and more than 55 indoor and outdoor amenities. Located in Medchal, the development benefits from improving regional connectivity through NH-44 and proximity to the Outer Ring Road, with access to established residential and commercial pockets such as Kompally, Suchitra and Secunderabad. The project is positioned within Hyderabad's expanding northern residential corridor, where infrastructure growth is supporting premium housing demand.Read more

Mr. Vishal Ratanghayra, Founder & CEO, Platinum Corp.

28 Feb 2026

Mumbai-based real estate developer Platinum Corp. has entered into a design collaboration with interior designer Sussanne Khan for a set of upcoming residential developments planned across key micro-markets in Mumbai, including Bandra, Khar, Santacruz and Andheri. The partnership forms part of the developer's 2026 development pipeline and is aimed at integrating interior design planning more closely with architectural and lifestyle-led residential formats. Khan will be involved across shared and private residential spaces, with a focus on understated, experience-driven interiors aligned with Platinum Corp's redevelopment-led luxury housing strategy. The developer stated that the collaboration seeks to deliver consistency in design language across select projects, while retaining functional planning and long-term residential usability within high-density urban locations.Read more

28 Feb 2026

The first phase of Keturah Ardh, a luxury residential land development in Dubai, has been fully sold, with all 558 townhouse plots transacted within six months for a total value of AED 1 billion. The project, located in the Al Rowaiyah First District, is being developed by MAG Group, with fäm Properties acting as the exclusive master agency. The sold inventory comprised freehold luxury townhouse plots spread across 93 planned clusters. The sellout highlights sustained demand for premium residential land in Dubai, particularly approved townhouse plots, which remain among the most limited asset classes in the city's high-end housing market. Infrastructure delivery is scheduled for Q1 2026, followed by construction commencement in Q4 2026, with overall project completion targeted by 2030.Read more

28 Feb 2026

Danube Properties has announced a special 0.5% monthly payment plan to mark the holy month of Ramadan, aimed at improving access to homeownership and real estate investment in Dubai. Unveiled earlier this week, the limited-period scheme is positioned as a customer-focused initiative offering buyers greater payment flexibility for premium residential properties. The developer said the plan reflects its broader approach of aligning commercial offerings with community-oriented values during Ramadan. The offer is open for a defined period and will remain available until the end of the month. Senior management indicated that the initiative is intended to support both end-users and investors seeking manageable entry into the Dubai property market. Danube Properties stated that the scheme builds on its track record of combining structured payment plans with residential projects designed for a wide buyer base, while maintaining its focus on quality delivery and affordability.Read more

27 Feb 2026

Mumbai-based developer Rustomjee Group has announced the launch of Rustomjee Cliff Tower, an ultra-luxury residential project located at the Mount Mary precinct in Bandra, one of the city's most supply-constrained and heritage-sensitive neighbourhoods. The project comprises a limited inventory of 4 BHK, 5 BHK and duplex residences in a low-density tower format, with two homes per floor and semi-private lift lobbies. Designed by Sanjay Puri Architects, the development is positioned at an elevated point overlooking the Arabian Sea, Bandra Bay and the Mumbai skyline. Apartment sizes range from around 2,700 sq ft for 4 BHK units to over 4,300 sq ft for larger configurations. The developer said the project prioritises privacy, spatial efficiency and long-term livability over volume-led development.Read more

27 Feb 2026

The Enforcement Directorate has provisionally attached industrialist Anil Ambani's 17-storey residence 'Abode' in Mumbai's Pali Hill, valued at over INR 3,716 crore, under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act. The action is part of an ongoing probe linked to alleged bank loan fraud involving Reliance Communications Ltd and related entities. With this move, total attachments in the case have crossed INR 15,700 crore. The agency has alleged that the property was placed under a family trust structure, raising questions over asset ownership and liability.Read more

27 Feb 2026

The Centre has approved the construction of 5,000 houses in Manipur under the Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana-Gramin (PMAY-G) to rehabilitate families displaced by ethnic violence since May 2023. The decision followed a meeting between Union Rural Development Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan and Chief Minister N Biren Singh in New Delhi. A special window under the Awaas+ 2024 survey has been opened to identify eligible beneficiaries. The move is part of ongoing efforts to shift internally displaced persons from relief camps to permanent housing.Read more

Mumbai News Desk

27 Feb 2026

Devisha Yadav, wife of Indian cricketer Suryakumar Yadav, has acquired a luxury apartment worth INR 7.18 crore in Godrej Sky Terraces, according to recent registration records. The 1,402 sq ft unit, registered in February 2026, includes two car parking spaces and reflects continued interest from high-net-worth individuals in Mumbai's premium residential segments. This purchase adds to the family's existing real estate holdings in the same development, where the couple acquired two larger apartments in March 2025 for around INR 21.1 crore. Stamp duty for the latest transaction was reported at INR 35.90 lakh, with registration charges of INR 30,000. Possession of the new apartment is scheduled for June 2028, underscoring the role of long-term residential investments in the city's eastern suburbs.Read more

27 Feb 2026

Brigade Group has entered into a partnership with Primus Senior Living to develop three senior housing projects across South India, with a combined revenue potential of around INR 750 crore. The projects will be located in Bengaluru and other southern markets, with two developments planned as part of larger integrated townships. Through this collaboration, Brigade aims to expand its senior living portfolio by leveraging Primus' operational expertise in elderly-focused residential communities. The projects build on Brigade's earlier experience in the segment, following the operational success of its Parkside senior living community at Brigade Orchards. The partnership reflects rising demand for organised senior housing, driven by demographic shifts, urbanisation and the need for professionally managed living environments for the elderly.Read more

27 Feb 2026

The Central government has approved 2.88 lakh additional houses under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana Urban 2.0 (PMAY-U 2.0), raising the cumulative sanctioned units under the scheme to over 13.61 lakh across India. The sixth meeting of the Central Sanctioning and Monitoring Committee (CSMC), held in New Delhi on 23 February, sanctioned 2,87,618 units spanning 16 states and union territories. Sanctions were granted under key verticals Beneficiary Led Construction (BLC) (1.66 lakh), Affordable Housing in Partnership (AHP) (1.09 lakh) and Affordable Rental Housing (ARH) (12,846 units) designed to address affordable rental needs. A significant share of the houses has been allotted to women beneficiaries, senior citizens and socially disadvantaged groups. The CSMC also approved demonstration housing projects employing cost-effective construction technologies, and emphasised project localisation near mass transit corridors.Read more

27 Feb 2026

The Vadodara Municipal Corporation (VMC) is facing difficulties in recovering around INR 12 crore in rental dues from leased properties due to missing records. While the corporation maintains registers of 2,737 rented shops, cabins, handcarts, and temporary spaces, many formal agreements, particularly those from before 1983, are unavailable. Over the years, some properties were sublet or transferred permanently for one-time fees without proper documentation. VMC officials have acknowledged the need to update rent structures and enhance collection methods to address this long-standing record gap effectively.Read more

26 Feb 2026

Ajit Jain, Vice-Chairman of Insurance Operations at Berkshire Hathaway and a long-time associate of investor Warren Buffett, has bought a luxury apartment worth INR 85 crore in Gurugram's premium residential project DLF The Camellias. The 7,400 square-foot residence marks one of the high-value transactions in India's ultra-luxury segment and reflects sustained demand among high-net-worth individuals including NRIs for centrally located, amenity-rich housing in the National Capital Region (NCR). The deal is understood to have set an effective rate of around INR 1.10 lakh per square foot for this configuration and was finalised recently when Jain travelled from overseas to complete documentation. Gurugram's super-luxury housing segment has been recording record sales values, further underlining the city's emergence as a preferred address for affluent homebuyers.Read more