12 Feb 2026

Ashiana Housing Ltd has sold 242 units in its kid-centric residential project, Ashiana Aaroham Phase 1 and Phase 2, in Gurugram, achieving a total booking value of INR 767.23 crore. The developer converted Expressions of Interest (EOIs) into confirmed bookings beginning February 7, 2026, with the process currently underway. The booked inventory represents a saleable area of approximately 5.03 lakh sq ft. The first two phases of the project comprise 364 apartments. With these transactions, the company has crossed INR 2,000 crore in area booked during the current financial year, reflecting sustained demand across its portfolio. Ashiana Housing has delivered over 23 million sq ft across multiple cities.Read more

12 Feb 2026

Madinet Masr for Housing and Development has signed an MoU with Al Shorouk Construction worth EGP 4.8 bln to advance residential construction at the Elan phase of its Sarai project. The agreement outlines the execution of key residential works, with completion targeted by the end of 2027. Sarai is one of the company's major township developments and remains central to its residential strategy. The move follows Madinet Masr's ongoing efforts to accelerate project execution through partnerships with established contractors.Read more

Visakhapatnam News Desk

12 Feb 2026

The Andhra Pradesh government has approved a housing project to benefit 177 families residing in the Velampeta slum area of Visakhapatnam. Residents, mostly daily wage workers, have been living in the area for nearly five decades under difficult conditions, particularly during the monsoon. The government's decision follows a field visit by Municipal Administration Minister P. Narayana. Alongside the housing plan, officials discussed fast-tracking seven roads under the Visakhapatnam Metropolitan Region Development Authority (VMRDA) master plan and developing a tourism circuit to enhance urban amenities and infrastructure. This initiative reflects focused efforts to improve both living standards and city planning in the region.Read more

11 Feb 2026

The Telangana Real Estate Regulatory Authority has ordered Apoorva Infra to compensate buyers of its Swaminarayana Eco Township project in Suryapet district after finding delays in development and failure to meet promised timelines. Acting on three complaints, the authority directed refunds with 10.7% interest in one case and interest payments in two others. It also restrained the developer from selling or marketing plots until its RERA registration is extended and instructed it to complete pending development works, citing violations under RERA norms.Read more

11 Feb 2026

The Greater Ludhiana Area Development Authority (GLADA) has dismantled three illegal colonies located in the Manakwal and Mehmoodpura areas of Ludhiana as part of its continued action against unauthorised development. The move followed repeated legal notices issued to developers who failed to stop construction activities. Authorities also initiated legal proceedings and warned homebuyers against investing in unapproved colonies that lack statutory permissions and basic civic infrastructure. The action forms part of GLADA's ongoing enforcement strategy to curb unplanned urban growth.Read more

10 Feb 2026

Camden Property has projected full-year core funds from operations below analyst expectations due to declining new lease rates and modest revenue growth. The Texas-based REIT manages over 59,210 apartment homes nationwide. Fourth-quarter effective lease rates fell 5.3%, compared with a 4.7% drop a year earlier. The company expects 2026 core FFO between USD 6.60 and USD 6.90 per share, slightly below forecasts, and first-quarter FFO also under estimates. Despite these challenges, quarterly revenue rose 1.2%, and profit per share jumped to USD 1.44, showing some resilience.Read more

10 Feb 2026

The Puducherry government has started implementing a housing subsidy scheme to help low-income families replace hut dwellings with concrete houses. The initiative combines support from the Union Territory administration with benefits under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana to improve housing quality for the poor and marginalized. Chief Minister N Rangasamy said the scheme is part of a wider welfare approach that also includes higher monthly pensions for elderly people, destitute women and widows, with a focus on improving basic living standards.Read more

10 Feb 2026

The Thane Municipal Corporation has collected INR 556.19 crore in property tax so far in the current financial year, missing its INR 841 crore target by over INR 280 crore. Ward-level data shows Majiwada Manpada as the highest contributor, followed by Vartak Nagar and Naupada Kopri. To address the gap, the civic body has stepped up recovery measures, including water supply disconnections for residential defaulters and attachment of non-residential properties, while also planning payment camps in housing societies to improve compliance.Read more

10 Feb 2026

The Delhi government has moved forward with plans to refurbish nearly 18,000 flats located in jhuggi-jhoppri clusters to improve housing quality and basic civic amenities. The proposal includes structural repairs to ageing flats and upgrades to lanes, drainage, pavements, and public toilets, including separate facilities for women. National Buildings Construction Corporation Limited (NBCC) has been tasked with preparing the detailed project report. The initiative comes amid broader government efforts to address poor living conditions in informal settlements and improve access to essential urban infrastructure for slum residents.Read more

10 Feb 2026

Mahindra Lifespace Developers Ltd has entered into a joint venture with Japan's Mitsui Fudosan Group to develop a premium residential project in Whitefield, Bengaluru. The project, named Mahindra Blossom, marks the first development under the strategic partnership and will comprise around 730 homes. While the company has not disclosed the total project cost or expected revenue, it said the collaboration aims to integrate Mitsui Fudosan's global expertise in design, sustainability and customer experience into Indian residential development. The Japanese developer views India as an attractive residential market driven by economic growth and urbanisation, with the project representing its entry into the country's housing sector. Mahindra Lifespace continues to expand its residential and integrated development footprint across multiple Indian cities.Read more

10 Feb 2026

Shapoorji Pallonji Housing has announced Shapoorji Pallonji One Estate, a premium row house project within the 30-acre Joyville Howrah township near Santragachi. Spread over 8 acres, the project will offer 180 row houses designed to combine independent living with the security of a gated community. Joyville Howrah already houses over 800 families and allocates nearly 75 per cent of its area to open spaces. Strong transport connectivity and access to shared amenities remain key features of the development.Read more

10 Feb 2026

Two complaints filed at Bopal police station have accused developers linked to Privilon Buildcon LLP of cheating investors of around INR 2.22 crore through unapproved property projects in Ahmedabad's Ghuma area. The complainants alleged that payments were taken for a shop and a 2BHK flat in projects that had no land ownership or RERA approvals. Despite repeated assurances, construction never began. Police have registered FIRs and initiated an investigation to verify documents, trace fund flows, and assess whether more investors were affected.Read more

10 Feb 2026

The Supreme Court has ruled that renting or leasing a residential flat does not automatically disqualify a homebuyer from being treated as a consumer under the Consumer Protection Act, 1986. The court said consumer status can only be denied if it is clearly proven that the property was bought mainly for commercial purposes. The ruling came while overturning an NCDRC order that had dismissed a complaint solely because the flat was rented out. The court clarified that the burden of proving commercial intent lies with the developer, not the buyer. Since no such evidence was established, the homebuyer's complaint has been restored for fresh hearing.Read more

Gurugram News Desk

10 Feb 2026

The Department of Town and Country Planning (DTCP) has stopped the registration of sale, lease and conveyance deeds for a commercial colony in Gurugram's Sector 53 after finding that the project licence had expired and was never renewed. The licence, issued in 2002 for nearly 3.95 acres, lapsed in 2005. DTCP also noted unpaid statutory dues of about INR 87.6 lakh. Enforcement authorities have directed revenue officials to flag violations and asked police to initiate legal action against the developers.Read more

10 Feb 2026

Dubai's residential real estate market is entering a defining phase in 2026 as developers face rising project completions and increasing pressure on profitability. According to fm Properties CEO Firas Al Msaddi, high land prices and slower sales momentum are prompting a slowdown in new project launches. While buyer protections remain strong, developers are becoming more selective as cash flows tighten. The market is now at a crossroads, with either land prices needing to soften or off-plan prices rising to maintain viability. With 40,000-50,000 home handovers expected in 2026, the focus is shifting to longer sales cycles, stable prices and tighter margins amid a large construction pipeline.Read more

10 Feb 2026

Maharashtra's real estate sector is set to showcase its urban development trajectory and future priorities at the National Urban and Real Estate Development Conclave 2026, to be held on 13-14 February at Yashobhoomi, New Delhi. Led by NAREDCO Maharashtra, the state's participation will highlight its role as one of India's most urbanised regions, supported by sustained infrastructure investment, industrial growth and expanding metropolitan clusters. The discussions will focus on transit-led development, large-scale redevelopment, rental housing, regulatory reforms and technology-driven urban planning. With urbanisation expected to accelerate over the coming decades, Maharashtra's experience across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region, Pune, Nagpur and other emerging cities is expected to offer insights into balancing housing supply, infrastructure delivery and sustainable city growth within a rapidly evolving policy and investment environment.Read more