From tech parks to luxury living, Old Mahabalipuram Road (OMR) is redefining Chennai's real estate landscape. Once known for its glass-and-steel IT offices, the corridor is now witnessing a surge in villa communities, offering the ECR lifestyle at more affordable prices and drawing homebuyers away from the city's traditional coastal luxury belt. However, both prime stretches face infrastructure challenges.

One unique phenomenon taking its shape in the Indian real estate market is a peculiar rise and inclination towards branded residences, making for a premium home developed in collaboration with global hospitality or lifestyle brands. As the demand for exclusive, high-end living spaces grows, it is natural for branded residences to emerge as a preferred choice among affluent buyers of any demographic. But is this trend sustainable? Let’s explore the data, key drivers, and future potential of branded residences in India.

More than 400 women applied for ownership rights of their properties in unauthorised colonies in the city under the PM-UDAY scheme on International Women's Day, Raj Niwas said on Sunday.

In a post on X, the LG office said that out of a total 432 such applications in unauthorised colonies, filed at 10 camps held in different parts of the city on Saturday, 285 were successfully resolved, and 101 women were handed over ownership documents.

India’s real estate landscape is constantly evolving, and this transformation has accelerated in recent years. With growing interest in luxury living and shifting priorities post-pandemic, homebuyers are increasingly drawn to sustainable lifestyles, spacious designs, and premium amenities under one roof. Trust in new projects is rising significantly, thanks to stricter regulatory oversight by state RERA authorities.

In a move aimed at regulating developmental activities in the urban area due to rapid urbanisation and economic growth, the Town and Planning Department (TCP) has prepared a draft regional plan for Solan district.

“The plan will be notified soon and a period of 30 days would be granted for seeking public objections,” informed an official of the Town and Country Planning (TCP) department.

Dwarka Expressway along with Sohna are set to experience the delivery of 41,000 housing units over the next three years from 2025 onwards. According to Square Yards, Dwarka expressway is likely to witness the delivery of around 25,000 units by the next few years. The report reflects a promising growth path for real estate development in and around the expressway.

real estate landscape is undergoing a dramatic transformation, with "one in every three homes now being sold from a redevelopment project", according to financial advisor Akshat Shrivastava. But while these projects bring in new, taller structures, they also pose significant infrastructure challenges and drive up property prices. 

The commercial real estate market in the NCR region is undergoing a paradigm shift, with new trends setting higher benchmarks. As businesses seek greater flexibility and investors focus on high-return assets, SCO (Shop-Cum-Office) spaces have emerged as a preferred choice. These spaces seamlessly combine retail and office functionalities within a single unit. Experts highlight that SCO complexes are gaining popularity among developers, particularly in the micro-markets of Delhi-NCR.

The proposed extension of Namma Metro to Devanahalli, announced by Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah in Karnataka Budget 2025, is set to boost real estate demand and improve connectivity in North Bengaluru. This long-awaited expansion will address last-mile connectivity issues, making the region more accessible and spurring demand for residential and commercial developments.

The Indian real estate market is witnessing a growing divergence between luxury and mid-income housing segments. While high-end properties continue to see strong demand, the mid-income segment is grappling with supply-side challenges and market saturation in key urban centers.