Magicbricks has reported a steady increase in interest for residential properties in hill stations, with searches on its platform rising notably during the past quarter. Ooty, Rishikesh, and Dharamshala saw the strongest growth in user activity, while Dehradun, Manali, and Mussoorie recorded significant hikes in quoted property prices. Despite a marginal dip in listings, demand remained robust, particularly within the INR 30 lakh-INR 1 crore range.Read more

A new report by ANAROCK Group indicates that in the top seven Indian cities housing sales value is projected to increase by nearly 19 % in FY26, crossing INR 6.65 lakh crore, even though unit volumes are expected to stagnate. The rise is driven by luxury and ultra-luxury home transactions along with higher average ticket sizes. In the first half of FY26 over 1.93 lakh units were sold for a total value already exceeding INR 2.98 lakh crore about 53 % of FY25's full-year value. Cities such as the National Capital Region (NCR) and Chennai are leading, while the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) lags.Read more

The CREDAI-MCHI Thane Redevelopment Expo held recently at the Raymond Trade Show Hall drew a significant turnout from housing society members, developers, and industry professionals. The two-day event, organised to promote awareness and collaboration in Thane's redevelopment landscape, facilitated productive discussions on policy reforms, project design, and legal aspects of redevelopment. With over 2,000 attendees, the expo demonstrated Thane's growing enthusiasm for rejuvenating ageing housing societies through sustainable and community-oriented development models.Read more

CREDAI-MCHI Thane inaugurated the Redevelopment Expo 2025 at the Raymond Trade Show Hall, marking a pivotal step in Thane's real estate transformation. The event drew over 2,000 attendees, including developers and housing society representatives, to explore redevelopment opportunities. Leaders such as Sachin Mirani and Jitendra Mehta emphasised the expo's role in guiding societies through redevelopment, while Ajay Ashar noted that nearly half of Thane's housing stock is over 30 years old. The event also saw the launch of Thane Vision 2030, outlining key infrastructure plans. Officials, including MP Naresh Mhaske and Collector Shrikrishna Panchal, praised the initiative for promoting collaboration and improving urban living standards.Read more

India's top metropolitan cities saw a 26% year-on-year increase in new office space supply during the July-September 2025 quarter, totalling 16.1 million sq. ft., according to Vestian. Pune led with 3.7 million sq. ft. of new space-a 164% surge-followed by Delhi-NCR (3.1 million sq. ft., up 35%) and Chennai (2.1 million sq. ft., up 320%). Mumbai's supply doubled, while Bengaluru and Hyderabad saw declines. Vestian CEO Shrinivas Rao said strong occupier demand, led by Global Capability Centres, drove record absorption levels. Major developers and REITs, including DLF, Embassy, and Mindspace, remain active, signalling sustained growth in India's resilient office market.Read more

The Indian Society of Landscape Architects (ISOLA) has announced the upcoming International Federation of Landscape Architects (IFLA)�Asia Pacific Regional Congress 2025, to be held in Mumbai later next year. Centred on the theme "Growth Paradox: Reimagining Landscapes," the event will bring together leading professionals and policymakers to deliberate on redefining urban growth through sustainability, inclusivity, and ecological balance. Supported by BMC, IGBC, and CREDAI�MCHI, the congress will feature over 40 speakers, exhibitions, panel discussions, and a Global Landscape Studio initiative.Read more

As India's property sector continues to evolve, redevelopment is being seen as a key driver of value creation for homeowners. CREDAI MCHI Thane is preparing to host its Redevelopment Exhibition and Convention at the Raymond Trade Show Hall in Thane to help housing societies navigate the redevelopment process with greater ease. The event, scheduled for the coming week, aims to educate residents on how the revised FSI norms and policy changes can turn ageing structures into modern, high-value assets that enhance community living and long-term property worth.Read more

Omaxe Ltd. has appointed Indian women�s cricket team captain Harmanpreet Kaur as its brand ambassador, marking a significant step towards promoting sports-led development and youth empowerment. The collaboration highlights Omaxe�s long-term vision of creating world-class infrastructure that supports athletes and communities alike. The company�s latest initiatives, including The Omaxe State and BeTogether, align with its broader philosophy of combining lifestyle, commerce, and sports infrastructure to foster inclusive growth and local development.Read more

Hyderabad and Bengaluru dominate India's Global Capability Centre (GCC) landscape, holding about 70% of leadership positions, according to Quess Corp's India's GCC-IT Talent Trends 2025 report. Hyderabad led growth with a 42% rise in requisitions and a 6-8% pay premium, while Bengaluru remained the largest talent base. Chennai excelled in finance and control roles with 94% retention, and Pune gained traction in analytics. Tier II cities such as Kochi and Indore serve as secondary support hubs. The report highlighted a 50% talent gap in generative AI and major shortages in cloud and security skills. Despite strong demand, hiring delays persist, signalling a shift toward capability-driven growth across India's GCC ecosystem.Read more

Residential property sales across India's eight major cities rose slightly in the July-September quarter, reaching 96,827 units compared to 96,544 a year earlier, according to a Housing.com report by REA India. New housing launches also increased marginally to 94,419 units. REA India CEO Praveen Sharma said rising prices have dampened affordable housing demand, even as premium and high-end segments remain strong. He urged a dual focus on boosting affordable supply and improving buyer access. City-wise, Bengaluru, Chennai, and Kolkata recorded notable growth, while Delhi-NCR, Pune, and Mumbai saw declines. Overall, the sector showed steady momentum, with affordability remaining a key challenge.Read more