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Vandana Ramnani

Vandana Ramnani

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Signature Global plans to develop a branded luxury project in Gurugram

Gurugram-based real estate developer Signature Global plans to develop a branded luxury housing project on Southern Peripheral Road (Photo for representational purposes only)

Updated on Feb 16, 2026 06:30 IST

Noida Aqua Line Metro extension: Will it boost housing and office demand?

The 11.56-km Aqua Line Metro extension, once operational, is expected to strengthen residential demand along the corridor. Commercial rentals in the micro-market, which have already seen steady growth, are likely to get a further boost. (Representational photo)

Updated on Feb 16, 2026 03:14 IST

Housing minister Manohar Lal proposes fund to revive pre-RERA stalled projects

Union Housing and Urban Affairs Minister Manohar Lal Khattar on February 14 indicated that a dedicated fund could be set up to revive stalled housing projects approved in the pre-RERA era,

Updated on Feb 15, 2026 04:16 IST

Signature Global and RMZ join forces to invest ₹7,500 crore in Gurugram

Signature Global’s subsidiary firm Gurugram Commercity Ltd (GCL) and Bengaluru’ based RMZ’s entity Millennia Realtors have entered into a Securities Subscription and Purchase Agreement (SSPA) to develop a 18-acre commercial project in Gurugram.

Updated on Feb 16, 2026 09:18 IST

Homebuyers’ body says 75% of state RERAs haven’t published annual reports

Homebuyers' body FPCE has said that if 'we continue to monitor only the number of projects registered under RERA without tracking actual completion, we are setting ourselves up for the same disaster.' (Photo for representational purposes only)

Updated on Feb 17, 2026 07:09 IST

Govt initiates study to address height curbs for buildings near airports

Study underway to address height curbs for buildings near airports, Union Civil Aviation Minister K Ram Mohan Naidu said at the Naredco Conclave 2026 on Feb 13.

Updated on Feb 14, 2026 04:38 IST

NCR’s Exotica Housing plans ₹500-crore commercial development in Noida

NCR-based Exotica Housing will invest <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>500 crore in a commercial project in Noida, marking its entry into IT and ITES real estate, the company said on Feb 12.

Updated on Feb 12, 2026 11:24 IST

SC says it's 'better to abolish’ RERA as it benefits only defaulting builders

The Supreme Court has taken a critical view of real estate regulatory authorities, saying they states may be 'better to abolish' them as they mainly benefit defaulting builders

Updated on Feb 13, 2026 02:10 IST

Will ₹1,000-crore bungalow deals push Delhi closer to Mumbai’s property prices?

<span class='webrupee'>₹</span>1000-crore bungalow deal in Delhi: A sprawling 3.2-acre estate on Bhagwan Das Road, owned by Maharaja Manujendra Shah of Tehri Garhwal, has drawn interest from a Delhi-based businessman. (Photo for representational purposes only)

Updated on Feb 15, 2026 04:31 IST

Tier-2 housing markets mirror Tier-1, witness 10% decline amid rise in prices

Housing sales value in the top 15 tier-2 cities stayed flat at <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>1.48 lakh crore in 2025, even as volumes fell 10% YoY to 1.56 lakh units, with Visakhapatnam, Bhubaneswar and Vadodara seeing the sharpest declines, PropEquity said. (Picture for representational purposes only)

Updated on Feb 13, 2026 02:11 IST

Gurugram 32nd Avenue case: What investors should check before buying property

32nd Avenue case: The incident underscores the need for investors/buyers to carry out thorough checks before investing in both under-construction and ready-to-move properties. (Photo by Parveen Kumar/Hindustan Times)

Updated on Feb 13, 2026 02:11 IST

Raghav Chadha pushes for a National Blockchain Property Register

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MP Raghav Chadha has called on the government to digitise all land and property records in India using blockchain technology. (Sansad TV via PTI Photo)(PTI02_09_2026_000240B)

Updated on Feb 11, 2026 13:01 IST

Renting out a flat doesn't exclude a homebuyer from consumer protection: SC

The Supreme Court has held that merely renting out a residential apartment does not automatically exclude a homebuyer from the definition of a “consumer” under the Consumer Protection Act, 1986.

Updated on Feb 6, 2026 04:10 IST

SC upholds NCLAT order directing NBCC to take over Supertech’s stalled projects

First and foremost consideration is to protect homebuyers' interest and ensure that they get homes: Supreme Court in Supertech matter (Photo for representational purposes only)

Updated on Feb 6, 2026 04:17 IST

IHG bets on branded residences as India’s luxury housing demand grows

IHG is in discussions with select real estate developers in India to explore branded residences as part of luxury projects, with a focus on major Tier 1 cities, Sudeep Jain, Managing Director, South West Asia told HT Real Estate.

Updated on Feb 5, 2026 03:58 IST

India–US trade deal: Will it help drive demand for real estate in India?

Indo-US trade deal: Experts say the agreement could indirectly affect the real estate market by boosting foreign direct investment in commercial real estate and strengthening demand for office space, particularly for global capability centres. (Photo for representational purposes only)

Updated on Feb 7, 2026 04:49 IST

Budget 2026: Will focus on Tier-II and III cities ignite real estate growth?

Budget 2026’s focus on infrastructure, urban development and manufacturing in Tier-II and III cities is likely to support residential, commercial and logistics demand over the medium term, experts say (Representational photo)

Updated on Feb 3, 2026 03:16 IST

'Budget 2026 backs tier-2 city growth, offers little for affordable housing'

Budget 2026: CREDAI welcomed the government’s infrastructure push but said it was “deeply disappointed” by the lack of concrete measures for affordable housing. (Photo for representational purposes only)

Updated on Feb 2, 2026 02:55 IST

Budget 2026: Tier-2 infra push set to support housing and logistics demand

Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Feb 1 announced a <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>5,000 crore fund to develop the city economic region (CER) centred around temple towns and tier-2 and tier-3 cities.

Updated on Feb 1, 2026 08:26 IST

Who inherits the real estate wealth of DINK couples?

For DINK (Double Income, No Kids) couples, the question of who inherits their real estate wealth becomes especially important because there are no direct heirs by default. (Photo for representational purposes only)

Updated on Feb 2, 2026 03:03 IST

Vanishing balconies in Delhi-NCR, Bengaluru: Why homes are losing open spaces

Balconies are shrinking or disappearing from mid-segment homes in Bengaluru and NCR, reflecting a shift toward luxury-focused designs. (Photo for representative purposes only)

Updated on Jan 26, 2026 02:30 IST

Budget 2026: Homebuyers urge government to cap affordable housing prices

Budget 2026 expectations: Homebuyers have proposed that the government clearly define ‘affordable’ and ‘mid-segment’ housing, including caps on permissible rates per square foot of carpet area. (Photo for representational purposes only)

Updated on Jan 23, 2026 12:48 IST

YEIDA to launch 973 residential plots near Noida International Airport

YEIDA plans to launch a residential plot scheme this month near Noida International Airport, offering 973 plots at an average price of about <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>35,000 per sq metre. (Picture for representational purposes only)

Updated on Jan 21, 2026 01:59 IST

From Elie Saab to Four Seasons: Why the ultra-rich are turning to branded homes

Ultra-luxury homebuyers are increasingly making a beeline for branded residences, driven by India’s rapidly expanding wealth base. (Photo for representational purposes only)

Updated on Jan 19, 2026 01:10 IST

Interior design trends 2026: Coffee tones, curated homes to take centre stage

The interior design colour palette of 2026 will be steeped in coffee, mocha and cappuccino tones, layered with jewel-toned browns, says Sanjyt Singh, a well-known interior designer.

Updated on Jan 5, 2026 03:22 IST

GRAP-4 returns: Will air quality be the next dealbreaker for buyers in NCR?

With Stage 4 pollution curbs under GRAP back in force as Delhi-NCR’s air quality turns 'severe,' clean air is emerging as a key factor likely to influence homebuying decisions in 2026. (Photo for representational purposes only)

Updated on Jan 18, 2026 13:21 IST

Walmart Global Tech leases 1.01 lakh sq ft office space near Bengaluru airport

Bengaluru real estate: Walmart’s technology and innovation arm, WM Global Technology Services India Pvt Ltd, has leased 1.01 lakh sq ft of office space for five years near the airport. (Photo for representational purposes only)

Updated on Dec 18, 2025 03:11 IST

Ultra-luxury branded residences: Key considerations for buyers and investors

The branded residence landscape has grown rapidly, with developers tying up with global real estate brands as well as luxury watch, fashion, wine, and car brands (Photo for representational purposes only)

Updated on Dec 13, 2025 05:15 IST

Are ultra-luxury properties the new blue-chip stocks for India's wealthy?

Ultra HNIs hold marquee properties priced between <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>50 crore and <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>200 crore much like blue-chip stocks, built for the long haul, with a strategy to hold, not sell, say experts. (Photo for representational purposes only)

Updated on Nov 16, 2025 14:24 IST

Will JLN Stadium redevelopment impact property prices in nearby luxury markets?

JLN Stadium redevelopment: Ultra-premium neighbourhoods such as Golf Links, where bungalows often sell for over <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>100 crore, are unlikely to see major price changes, say real estate experts. (Photo for representational purposes only) (Sanjeev Verma/HT PHOTO)

Updated on Nov 15, 2025 04:14 IST

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