News for 'Real Estate'

Real estate prices hit the roof in Chandigarh

Real estate prices hit the roof in Chandigarh

Rediff.com24 Jan 2007

The prices started escalating three years back and went through the roof.

Real estate firms may raise funds via IPO route

Real estate firms may raise funds via IPO route

Rediff.com28 Jun 2014

After a long time, real estate companies could hit the fund-raising trail. The reason is improvement in investor sentiment.

Real estate regulation Bill fails to address key issues

Real estate regulation Bill fails to address key issues

Rediff.com11 Jun 2013

Real estate regulation Bill is consumer-friendly and promotes transparency but does not address the issue of inefficiencies in the approval process and other delays by government bodies.

Let's fix real estate this time

Let's fix real estate this time

Rediff.com6 Mar 2007

We must not allow another cycle of crazy price rises to set in. Or land banking to become the next new hot industry.

Real estate throws up new careers

Real estate throws up new careers

Rediff.com30 Jan 2007

A career in real estate was till now limited to brokers, masons and labourers. Not anymore as the industry opens up limitless scope for investment bankers, marketing managers, visual merchandisers and supply chain distributors.

BPO hits US real estate sector

BPO hits US real estate sector

Rediff.com3 Jun 2004

Outsourcing of information technology jobs, which is likely to continue to countries like India, has had an unexpected resul

GE enters Indian real estate market

GE enters Indian real estate market

Rediff.com20 Jul 2005

GE Commercial Finance will invest $63 million in the Indian IT Parks Fund, sponsored by Ascendas Pte Ltd.

CB Richard Ellis is 'top real estate brand'

CB Richard Ellis is 'top real estate brand'

Rediff.com20 Jun 2005

Real estate major CB Richard Ellis has been named the 'Top commercial real estate brand' by the internationally recognised consulting firm Lipsey company.

NRIs can cash out of Indian real estate

NRIs can cash out of Indian real estate

Rediff.com18 Nov 2006

Non-resident Indians with wealth stuck in real estate in India have reason to rejoice.

Is real estate really the best investment? Read this!

Is real estate really the best investment? Read this!

Rediff.com21 May 2014

You would be a fool to expect 200 per cent returns every time you invest in real estate. More so, when you don't count the risks engaged in such an adventure

Landmark real estate deal in offing for Volvo India

Landmark real estate deal in offing for Volvo India

Rediff.com23 Sep 2013

The company is close to buying 1-million square foot office space for Rs 700 crore in Bengaluru.

Investing in real estate stocks? Careful!

Investing in real estate stocks? Careful!

Rediff.com7 Feb 2007

If you are already invested in real estate stocks, you've made your money, exit

Ex-MLA, Others Booked in Faridabad Property Fraud Case

Ex-MLA, Others Booked in Faridabad Property Fraud Case

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

Faridabad Police have registered a case against five individuals, including a former MLA and a former Tehsildar, for their alleged involvement in a property fraud involving the double registration of a house.

Cabinet amends real estate bill to stamp out illegal practices

Cabinet amends real estate bill to stamp out illegal practices

Rediff.com8 Apr 2015

Real estate bill seeks to impose penalties, including de-registration of the project and other fines in case of a breach.

Agassi's post-tennis career: real estate

Agassi's post-tennis career: real estate

Rediff.com26 Sep 2006

"As I begin the next chapter of my life, I am looking for ways to pursue a career in business, specifically in real estate," Agassi, 36, said in a statement.

Real Estate Bill: How it makes buyers the king

Real Estate Bill: How it makes buyers the king

Rediff.com7 Jun 2013

The provisions in the bill will curb malpractices by developers and it even proposes to penalise them if norms are violated.

First Jobs Of 9 World Leaders

First Jobs Of 9 World Leaders

Rediff.com24 Feb 2026

Before they commanded nations, commanded armies... or commanded headlines, these world leaders once led lives that were unexpectedly ordinary.

Islamabad Talks: Look Out For Mohammad-Bagher Ghalibaf

Islamabad Talks: Look Out For Mohammad-Bagher Ghalibaf

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

Trump seems to have estimated that Ghalibaf is a pragmatic politician who is receptive to close relations with the US and is enthusiastic about fostering business and economic ties in particular, points out Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Ageing CBD offices emerge as developers' next growth play

Ageing CBD offices emerge as developers' next growth play

Rediff.com13 Jan 2026

Office redevelopment is emerging as a key growth frontier for developers as India's commercial real estate market shifts towards quality, sustainability, and capital efficiency. With land parcels scarce in central business districts (CBDs) and demand for Grade A offices remaining strong, developers and investors are increasingly turning to ageing office stock in prime locations to unlock value.

What's in store for realty sector in 2026? A mixed bag

What's in store for realty sector in 2026? A mixed bag

Rediff.com2 Jan 2026

After three post-pandemic years of an upcycle, it was a mixed bag for the realty sector in 2025, with sales volumes in the residential real estate moderating across top cities, and commercial real estate and institutional investments emerging as standout performers. Residential: Volumes soften, value holds firm.

Ameesha Parties With Ajay Devgn

Ameesha Parties With Ajay Devgn

Rediff.com22 Dec 2025

Film folk turned up in large numbers to celebrate Producer and real estate developer Anand Pandit's 62nd birthday in Mumbai over the weekend.

India's real estate laws need change

India's real estate laws need change

Rediff.com10 Sep 2003

Indian property market and its regulations need to be reformed further to attract foreign direct investment while the demand for space for business process outsourcing is expected to cross over two crore square feet in the next three-five years.

Sale of affordable homes improving; signalling recovery in real estate sector: Survey

Sale of affordable homes improving; signalling recovery in real estate sector: Survey

Rediff.com29 Jan 2021

The COVID-19 pandemic affected the residential property market during the April-June period last year but sales have improved in affordable homes segment since July onwards, reflecting economic recovery in the real estate sector, according to the Economic Survey. The National Housing Bank's (NHB) Housing Price Indices (HPIs) are a broad measure of movement of residential property prices observed within a geographic boundary. The NHB-RESIDEX captures two housing price indices -- HPI@ Assessment Prices and HPI@ Market Prices - Under Construction Properties based on the data available for 50 cities with quarterly updation.

Why Indiabulls is ready to exit real estate business

Why Indiabulls is ready to exit real estate business

Rediff.com26 Apr 2019

Chennai-based Lakshmi Vilas Bank is set to merge with Indiabulls Housing Finance in a share-swap deal, RBI may not be comfortable with a bank owner having realty business under its wings.

Is Surajkund an attractive real estate hotspot?

Is Surajkund an attractive real estate hotspot?

Rediff.com30 Sep 2013

Of late, Surajkund has been hyped as an attractive alternative real estate destination on the Delhi-National Capital Region (NCR) map.

Pak CJ's son seeks FIR against real estate tycoon

Pak CJ's son seeks FIR against real estate tycoon

Rediff.com11 Jun 2012

The application, filed by Arsalan Iftikhar's counsel in the supreme court, called for the registration of an FIR against Malik Riaz Hussain, owner of Bahria Town real estate firm, for alleging that he possessed photos and video footage of Iftikhar's visits to London that were allegedly paid for by the tycoon's relatives

Why investing in stocks is better than real estate

Why investing in stocks is better than real estate

Rediff.com28 Sep 2014

Investing in stocks offer secrecy, partial liquidity and freedom to invest even a small amount, says P V Subramanyam

Affordable housing to drive India's real estate sector

Affordable housing to drive India's real estate sector

Rediff.com11 Sep 2017

Builders bet on affordable homes as luxury sales dip, however, signs of revival after note ban and Rera are slowly visible

Noida replaces Mumbai in real estate ranking

Noida replaces Mumbai in real estate ranking

Rediff.com9 Aug 2012

Gurgaon scores down from previous year but still on top.

Bengaluru real estate, a hotspot for PE funds

Bengaluru real estate, a hotspot for PE funds

Rediff.com21 May 2015

PE funds have invested Rs 13,000 cr into the property market in Bengaluru.

GST: Decision on real estate, lottery deferred till Sunday

GST: Decision on real estate, lottery deferred till Sunday

Rediff.com20 Feb 2019

Restricting the input credit is not a good idea for any sector, particularly real estate which requires more formalisation.

ED Attaches 200 Crore Assets of TDI Infrastructure in Money Laundering Probe

ED Attaches 200 Crore Assets of TDI Infrastructure in Money Laundering Probe

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has attached assets worth over 200 crore belonging to TDI Infrastructure Limited in connection with a money-laundering investigation related to alleged fraud against homebuyers.

Iran Ceasefire Hours From Collapse

Iran Ceasefire Hours From Collapse

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

Trump has made it clear: the US will not lift its blockade of Iranian ports until a deal is signed.

25 countries that saw biggest change in real estate loans

25 countries that saw biggest change in real estate loans

Rediff.com4 Dec 2013

Let's take a look at nations that saw biggest change in real estate loans.

Should you rush to buy oil & gas, real estate stocks?

Should you rush to buy oil & gas, real estate stocks?

Rediff.com15 Mar 2016

Though the developments are positive, analysts say the benefits will accrue only in the long run

'I Was Blown Away By Sheeba Chadha'

'I Was Blown Away By Sheeba Chadha'

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

This Hamlet and most of the film's characters are Hindus, so there is an elaborate wedding sequence with a baraat, dholki players, dancing baraatis, and a dance performance piece, set to the qawwali Mast Qalander.

Is the tide turning for real estate?

Is the tide turning for real estate?

Rediff.com26 Dec 2012

Analysts have turned bullish after success of some big launches and revival of home sales. There is optimism on rate cuts by RBI and hope for lower inflation; which may renew buyers' interest in real estate in coming months.

Builders welcome Real Estate Bill, provision of jail harsh

Builders welcome Real Estate Bill, provision of jail harsh

Rediff.com10 Mar 2016

The new law would boost home buyer confidence as well as investment in the realty sector.