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Real Estate Firms Triple Capital Raised in FY25: Equirus Capital

NEW DELHI: Capital mobilization by real estate firms has more than tripled in FY25, reaching ₹3,28,526 million, up from ₹1,09,554 million in FY24, as reported by Equirus Capital. The number of transactions rose significantly from 5 to 17 during the same period. Large-cap companies led the fundraising efforts, raising ₹3,93,898 million, followed by REITs at ₹3,12,012 million. Small-cap and mid-cap firms gathered ₹66,938 million and ₹52,626 million, respectively. According to Equirus Capital, returns from Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) were at 17.9% for the 12-month period ending June 23, 2025—nearly three times the Sensex’s returns of 6.1%. In contrast, publicly…

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Raymond Realty to List on Exchanges, Forecasts Over 20% Growth

File Photo NEW DELHI: Raymond Realty (RRL), the real estate division of Raymond Group, is set to debut on Indian stock exchanges after its demerger from Raymond. The goal of this listing is to enhance shareholder value by forming a focused, debt-free real estate entity. Harmohan Sahni, MD & CEO of the company, stated, “Our net debt-free balance sheet, ownership of 100 acres of land, and a capital-efficient joint development model position us for sustainable annual growth of over 20% and an industry-leading ROCE exceeding 20%.” RRL operates under three residential brands: TenX, The Address by GS, and Invictus. The…

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Keystone Realtors to Redevelop 25 GTB Nagar Buildings

AI-generated Representative Image NEW DELHI: Keystone Realtors has successfully obtained the letter of acceptance (LOA) for redeveloping 25 buildings of Sindhi refugees at Guru Teg Bahadur Nagar (GTB Nagar) in Sion Koliwada, Mumbai, in collaboration with the Maharashtra Housing and Area Development Authority (MHADA). The redevelopment spans approximately 11.19 acres (45,308 sq. meters) and aims to benefit over 1,400 families. This project is expected to generate a saleable area of about 20.7 lakh sq. feet, with a projected gross development value (GDV) of ₹4,521 crore. Boman Irani, Chairman and Managing Director of Keystone Realtors, expressed, “We are honored to receive…

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Pune Extends Property Tax Discount Deadline to July 7

PUNE: The Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) has extended the deadline for property tax payments at discounted rates to July 7, an extension from the original June 30 deadline. According to PMC officials, citizen facilitation centers (CFCs) are available for residents to pay taxes in person. “We have also launched an online payment facility for taxpayer convenience. Property owners are encouraged to pay their taxes on time to avoid last-minute congestion,” stated Avinash Sapkal, head of the property tax department. The PMC offers property owners a 5-10% discount if taxes are paid by May 31. This year, due to delays in…

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Gujarat Waives 80% Duty on Property Transfers Without Sale Deeds

GANDHINAGAR: In a significant relief for numerous property owners in Gujarat, the state government announced on Monday a stamp duty waiver of up to 80% for property transfers executed through allotment letters and share certificates, bypassing the need for a sale deed. This issue has long impacted older housing societies. The decision, released by the revenue department under Section 9A of the Gujarat Stamp Act, addresses requests from citizens and elected officials. The new ruling specifically benefits residents of societies, associations, and non-trading corporations that transferred properties without sale deeds — a common practice from 1982 to 2001. Many residences,…

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Kalpataru Shares Debut Flat, Surge Over 9% Later

NEW DELHI: Shares of real estate developer Kalpataru Ltd had a flat debut on Tuesday, opening at the issue price of Rs 414 but later rallied by over 9%. The stock began trading at Rs 414.10 on the BSE and gained momentum, increasing by 9.42% to reach Rs 453. On the NSE, it was listed at Rs 414, before climbing 9.37% to Rs 452.80. The company had a market valuation of Rs 9,121.99 crore in early trading. Kalpataru Ltd’s initial public offering (IPO) was subscribed 2.26 times by the end of bidding last Thursday. The IPO’s price band was set…

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Gujarat Waives 80% Stamp Duty on Property Transfers

AHMEDABAD: The Gujarat government has announced an 80% waiver on stamp duty for property transfers conducted through allotment letters or share certificates by housing societies, associations, and non-trading corporations. This initiative aims to assist middle-income families. Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel made the announcement on Monday under Section 9(a) of the Gujarat Stamp Act, 1958. According to an official release, this decision is intended to provide significant relief to lower and middle-income families in relation to housing transfers, stating that “in cases where societies, associations, and non-trading corporations conduct property transfers through allotment letters or share certificates, up to 80% of…

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Haryana Digitizes Land Bank, Joins India’s Industrial Network

Certainly! Here’s a rewritten version of the content: CHANDIGARH: The Haryana State Industrial and Infrastructure Development Corporation (HSIIDC) is enhancing its industrial infrastructure by digitizing its land bank module and aligning it with the India Industrial Land Bank (IILB). According to an official announcement made on Monday, e-auction processes and post-allotment services are now available online. The state is also advancing “plug and play” facilities through the establishment of flatted factories in strategic locations, including Industrial Model Township Faridabad, IMT Manesar Phase-V, Sohna, Kharkhoda, Karnal, Yamunanagar, and Saha. Haryana is committed to becoming one of India’s most business-friendly states, taking…

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Jaipur: Pay Urban Development Tax Online with JMC-Greater

JAIPUR: To enhance revenue generation, JMC-Greater is now offering residents the option to pay their urban development (UD) tax online or request home collection services. Starting July 1, the JMC-G will also conduct tax collection camps in all wards on a rotational basis. Officials have stated that property owners can call the toll-free number 1800-572-8545, which is managed by the corporation’s authorized firm, to arrange for a collection agent to visit their home. Additionally, UD tax payments can be made through any UPI application using the QR code printed on the UD tax bill. At the collection camps, property owners…

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Lucknow Property Rates Set to Increase with New Circle Rates August 1

Sure! Here’s a rewritten version of the content: LUCKNOW: The cost of residential and commercial properties in Lucknow is set to increase as the district administration plans to implement revised circle rates starting August 1. According to Rakesh Kumar, the additional district magistrate (finance), the new rates reflect an average increase of 15% across all property types, aiming to keep pace with the city’s rapid urban growth, improved infrastructure, and rising demand for properties. The last revision of circle rates was conducted in 2015. The new rates will affect 77 major arterial roads and 26 approved residential colonies. In prime…