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Builders from other regions tap into Mumbai's redevelopment market

Builders from other regions tap into Mumbai's redevelopment market

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

Developers based outside Mumbai are making a beeline for India's largest real estate market through redevelopment projects. These include Delhi-based DLF, Bengaluru-based Prestige Estates and Puravankara, Pune-based Kolte-Patil Developers and Vascon Engineers, and Hyderabad-based Ramky Estates.

Housing demand to dip 9% in Jul-Sep: Anarock

Housing demand to dip 9% in Jul-Sep: Anarock

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

Housing sales across top seven cities are set to fall 9 per cent during the ongoing September quarter to 97,080 units, but transactions value-wise may rise 14 per cent to Rs 1.52 lakh crore, according to Anarock. Housing sales stood at 1,07,060 units in the year-ago period.

A Heart Surgeon's Stunning Wildlife Photographs

A Heart Surgeon's Stunning Wildlife Photographs

Rediff.com29 Nov 2025

'Conservation is is fundamental to the resilience of our communities and the health of our planet,' says Dr Ramakant Panda, who is considered to be one the world's top heart surgeons.

Affordable homes no longer attractive to investors

Affordable homes no longer attractive to investors

Rediff.com27 Nov 2025

Affordable homes, priced under Rs 40 lakh per unit, may not be attractive anymore, not just for developers but also for investors, with the segment seeing a 26 per cent price rise over three years since 2022 versus 40 per cent returns from luxury homes priced Rs 1.5 crore and above.

Home loan growth: Tier-2, Tier-3 account for 64% of volumes

Home loan growth: Tier-2, Tier-3 account for 64% of volumes

Rediff.com15 Jan 2026

Home loan demand is moving away from core metropolitan markets, with Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities emerging as the dominant contributors to growth in 2025, a report said.

SC disposes of L&T plea as MMRDA scraps bids for Rs 14K-cr Mumbai projects

SC disposes of L&T plea as MMRDA scraps bids for Rs 14K-cr Mumbai projects

Rediff.com30 May 2025

On Thursday, MMRDA strongly defended its decision to disqualify L&T from the two infrastructure projects in Mumbai, citing "substantial grounds" for the rejection of its technical bids.

Housing sales down 1% in top 8 cities in Q2

Housing sales down 1% in top 8 cities in Q2

Rediff.com15 Oct 2025

India's top eight housing markets saw a one per cent decline in sales during the July-September period to 95,547 units, mainly due to lower demand in Mumbai, Pune and Delhi-NCR, according to PropTiger. Real estate consultant PropTiger, recently acquired by listed entity Aurum PropTech Ltd, released its data on Wednesday for India's eight primary housing markets for the July-September quarter.

Navi Mumbai airport opening pushed back by 2 months

Navi Mumbai airport opening pushed back by 2 months

Rediff.com17 Mar 2025

The entire construction of the Navi Mumbai airport project is expected to be completed in five phases.

Housing prices remain stable in Mumbai, Delhi in Q4

Housing prices remain stable in Mumbai, Delhi in Q4

Rediff.com7 May 2025

Average housing prices across Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR), Delhi-NCR, Chennai and Pune remained stable during the January-March period compared to the previous quarter while rates appreciated 4-5 per cent in the other four major cities, according to PropTiger. Data from real estate brokerage firm PropTiger, a part of REA India that owns Housing.com, showed that prices in Bengaluru and Hyderabad grew 5 per cent each while Ahmedabad and Kolkata saw an appreciation of 4 per cent each.

Housing sales fall 19%, new supply drops 10% in Jan-Mar across top 8 cities: PropTiger

Housing sales fall 19%, new supply drops 10% in Jan-Mar across top 8 cities: PropTiger

Rediff.com16 Apr 2025

Housing sales declined 19 per cent annually in January-March across eight major cities to 98,095 units on high prices and lower launches, according to PropTiger. Real estate consultant PropTiger, which is part of REA India that also owns Housing.com, on Wednesday noted that rising property prices and slowing growth forced buyers to exercise caution.

Mumbai bids farewell to Ganpati Bappa amid rain, bomb threat

Mumbai bids farewell to Ganpati Bappa amid rain, bomb threat

Rediff.com6 Sep 2025

Faithfuls thronged the streets of Mumbai for immersion processions of Ganesh idols on Anant Chaturdashi, marking the end of the 10-day Ganpati festival.

Mumbai gets '34 bombs, 400kg of RDX' threat ahead of Ganesh visarjan

Mumbai gets '34 bombs, 400kg of RDX' threat ahead of Ganesh visarjan

Rediff.com5 Sep 2025

As the police make security arrangements for Anant Chaturthi, the 10th day of the Ganesh festival, the traffic police control room on Thursday received a threat message on their WhatsApp helpline, the official said.

When Sitharaman travels by Mumbai local train

When Sitharaman travels by Mumbai local train

Rediff.com24 Feb 2024

She interacted with fellow commuters during the 30-km ride, the social media post said.

Why Mumbai, Bengaluru realtors are feeling the heat

Why Mumbai, Bengaluru realtors are feeling the heat

Rediff.com3 Jul 2025

'Every delay directly increases the cost burden on developers. Land holding charges, financing costs, and compliance expenses escalate as approvals drag on.'

International flights at Navi Mumbai airport by July next year

International flights at Navi Mumbai airport by July next year

Rediff.com3 Mar 2025

It is the first airport in the country to have multi-modal connectivity. This includes a linkage to the project via road, rail, and a metro system.

India seeks more details from US on Tahawwur Rana interrogation

India seeks more details from US on Tahawwur Rana interrogation

Rediff.com30 Oct 2025

Indian authorities have requested additional information from the United States based on the interrogation of Tahawwur Rana, an accused in the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks. The request was made through the Mutual Legal Assistance Treaty (MLAT).

Realty market saw land deals worth Rs 31,000 cr in H1 2025: Anarock

Realty market saw land deals worth Rs 31,000 cr in H1 2025: Anarock

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

At least 2,900 acres of land deals, with a market value of Rs 31,000 crore, were transacted in the Indian realty market during the first six months of 2025 (H1 2025), according to a report by real estate analytics firm Anarock. These deals include both outright transactions as well as joint development agreements between realtors and landowners.

India's Hottest Jobs In 2026

India's Hottest Jobs In 2026

Rediff.com26 Nov 2025

Across all sectors, the future of work depends on adaptability.

Will festive season bring cheers to India's housing sector after 3 weak quarters?

Will festive season bring cheers to India's housing sector after 3 weak quarters?

Rediff.com13 Oct 2025

After three straight quarters of decline, India's housing market is pinning hopes on the ongoing festival season to revive sales momentum. While 2025 may still end with sales volumes below 2024 levels, developers believe the seasonally strong October-December quarter could narrow the gap, aided by stable interest rates, festive incentives, and resilient demand in the premium segment.

Rains batter Maharashtra: 1 dead, 48 rescued so far

Rains batter Maharashtra: 1 dead, 48 rescued so far

Rediff.com26 May 2025

Heavy rains lashed several parts of Maharashtra, including Mumbai, on Monday, resulting in one death and the rescue of 48 people from inundated areas. The state received widespread rainfall, with Pune, Satara, Solapur, Raigad, and the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) experiencing significant precipitation. Mumbai recorded 135.4 mm of rainfall in the past 24 hours, leading to waterlogging and power outages in some areas. The India Meteorological Department has predicted more rain in Mumbai over the next 24 hours, accompanied by thunderstorms and strong winds.

BJP's Shelar likens targeting Hindi speakers to Pahalgam attack

BJP's Shelar likens targeting Hindi speakers to Pahalgam attack

Rediff.com6 Jul 2025

Amid violence against Hindi-speaking people, Maharashtra minister and Bharatiya Janata Party leader Ashish Shelar on Sunday drew parallels between the Pahalgam terror attack and the beating of 'Hindus' in Mumbai, which he said is condoned by some leaders.

Auto-driver thrashed on camera for 'insulting' Marathi

Auto-driver thrashed on camera for 'insulting' Marathi

Rediff.com13 Jul 2025

A video showing an auto-rickshaw driver being beaten up allegedly by Shiv Sena-Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray workers in Maharashtra's Palghar district for 'anti-Marathi' remarks has gone viral on social media, further fuelling controversy over the language issue in the state.

Scrap dealer who gave weapon to Siddique shooters held; 10 arrests so far

Scrap dealer who gave weapon to Siddique shooters held; 10 arrests so far

Rediff.com20 Oct 2024

The accused has been identified as Bhagwat Singh Om Singh (32), originally from Udaipur in Rajasthan who is currently staying in Navi Mumbai.

Latest trend in India's key realty markets

Latest trend in India's key realty markets

Rediff.com18 Mar 2025

Capital value appreciation outpaced rental value growth in several key micro-markets between 2021 and 2024, with Noida Sector 150 in the National Capital Region (NCR) leading the pack with a 128 per cent rise in capital values compared to rental value growth of just 66 per cent, according to a report by property consulting firm Anarock.

Why Parsiana Is Downing Shutters

Why Parsiana Is Downing Shutters

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

'Financially we are sound and we have always broken even. 'It is just we don't have the personnel and that is why we have to close down.'

Rescue ops continue 21 hrs after Mumbai billboard collapse

Rescue ops continue 21 hrs after Mumbai billboard collapse

Rediff.com14 May 2024

More than 21 hours after a huge billboard collapsed in Mumbai's Ghatkopar area due to gusty winds and unseasonal rains, killing at least 14 persons and injuring 75 others, the search and rescue operation is still on, civic officials said on Tuesday.

'Marathis Are Anxious About Survival'

'Marathis Are Anxious About Survival'

Rediff.com21 Jul 2025

'Maharashtrians are facing a dual battle -- numerical battle with North Indians and financial battle with Gujaratis and Marwaris.' 'This has created anxiety about survival and ownership over Mumbai and Maharashtra.'

Heavy rains pummel Maha, 4 killed; IAF, Army rescue stranded people

Heavy rains pummel Maha, 4 killed; IAF, Army rescue stranded people

Rediff.com16 Sep 2025

The Army unit deployed in Ashti successfully evacuated 40 people with the help of an NDRF team and other agencies.

Top 8 housing mkts see 5% dip in sales in Q2

Top 8 housing mkts see 5% dip in sales in Q2

Rediff.com8 Oct 2024

Housing sales declined 5 per cent in the July-September quarter across the top eight cities due to a fall in new supply and sharp appreciation in prices, according to PropTiger. Real estate brokerage platform PropTiger.com, which is part of Australia's REA group that owns Housing.com, on Tuesday, released its report 'Real Insight' on India's residential market. A total of 96,544 units were sold in July-September, down 5 per cent from 1,01,221 units sold during the same period in 2023.

'Next 48 hours crucial': 10 dead, hundreds displaced as rain lash Maha

'Next 48 hours crucial': 10 dead, hundreds displaced as rain lash Maha

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

Heavy rains in Maharashtra have caused floods, road blockages, and widespread damage, resulting in casualties and displacement. The state government is monitoring the situation and coordinating rescue efforts.

'After Marathi, Hindi Will Destroy Gujarati'

'After Marathi, Hindi Will Destroy Gujarati'

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

'I don't know whether the top Gujarati leaders of Indian politics (Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah) in Delhi realise that the narrative of HindiHinduHindustan will eventually destroy their own language too.'

Housing Sales Drop 28%

Housing Sales Drop 28%

Rediff.com28 Mar 2025

Average residential property prices in seven cities increased 10% to 34% due to new supplies in the luxury and ultra-luxury segments and overall demand.

'Rs 12cr cash, jewellery': Cong MLA arrested in betting racket

'Rs 12cr cash, jewellery': Cong MLA arrested in betting racket

Rediff.com23 Aug 2025

The federal probe agency also said it seized Rs 12 crore in cash (including about Rs crore in foreign currency), gold jewellery worth Rs 6 crore, silver about 10 kg along with four vehicles following raids launched on Friday in multiple states.

iPhone Affordability Index Reveals: Most Indians Can't...

iPhone Affordability Index Reveals: Most Indians Can't...

Rediff.com16 Sep 2025

The average Indian worker must labour for an extraordinary 160 full working days to afford Apple's latest iPhone 17 Pro.

'No one in Dharavi will be left behind'

'No one in Dharavi will be left behind'

Rediff.com25 Mar 2025

The ongoing survey for the Dharavi Redevelopment Project has surpassed the scope of the 2007-08 survey, with over 63,000 tenements already mapped. The survey, which includes ground floor and upper floor structures, aims to provide housing for all residents of Dharavi, including those in existing SRA buildings and on RLDA Land. The project, undertaken by Navbharat Mega Developers Private Limited (NMDPL), aims to construct nearly 1.5 lakh tenements to accommodate the growing population of Dharavi.

Housing prices rise 10% in Q3 in 8 cities, Delhi-NCR tops

Housing prices rise 10% in Q3 in 8 cities, Delhi-NCR tops

Rediff.com25 Feb 2025

Housing prices appreciated at an average of 10 per cent during the December quarter across eight major cities on strong demand, higher input cost, according to a report by CREDAI, Colliers and Liases Foras. Realtors' body CREDAI, real estate consultant Colliers India, and data analytic firm Liases Foras on Tuesday released their joint report, which showed that Delhi-NCR saw a maximum appreciation of 31 pc annually during the October-December period of 2024.

Lilavati Trust files Rs 1,000 cr defamation suit against HDFC Bank CEO

Lilavati Trust files Rs 1,000 cr defamation suit against HDFC Bank CEO

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

Lilavati Kirtilal Mehta Medical Trust (LKMM Trust) on Friday said it has filed a Rs 1,000 crore civil defamation lawsuit against HDFC Bank MD & CEO Sashidhar Jagdishan, over a series of malicious, and false statements made against the Trust and its permanent trustee, Prashant Mehta.

How To Get Hired By India's $68 Bn GCCs

How To Get Hired By India's $68 Bn GCCs

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

'Employers increasingly want candidates who can take AI pilots from proof-of-concept to production-ready systems.' 'That requires governance, monitoring, and ROI measurement -- skills that go beyond coding and into business impact.'

Metro... In Dino Review: Meandering Mess

Metro... In Dino Review: Meandering Mess

Rediff.com4 Jul 2025

Metro...In Dino's assembly of actors exhaust all their charm at the end of this messy musing on metropolitan monotony, observes SUkanya Verma.

Uddhav's Sena eyeing 8 out of 10 LS seats in Mumbai metro region

Uddhav's Sena eyeing 8 out of 10 LS seats in Mumbai metro region

Rediff.com3 Oct 2023

The Uddhav Thackeray-led faction of Shiv Sena is keen to contest eight out of the 10 Lok Sabha constituencies in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region with some 'give and take' in the next elections, sources said on Tuesday.