Category: Residential

Explore updates and trends in residential real estate including new housing projects, pricing, buyer preferences, and urban expansion. Learn about the factors shaping residential property markets in major cities and suburbs.

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Telangana CM: Build Indiramma Houses Only in Residential Areas

Representative AI image HYDERABAD: Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy issued directives on Friday to ensure that homes under the ‘Indiramma’ housing scheme are constructed within residential areas of the Hyderabad Core Urban Region (CURE). During a meeting with ministers and officials, Reddy emphasized that beneficiaries might face challenges in accessing job opportunities and commuting if houses are situated far from residential zones. He instructed officials to identify unused lands from various government departments for the construction of these houses, as noted in an official release. The government plans to construct 7,680 flats in the initial phase of the scheme.…

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Bengaluru Builder to Demolish Unstable Tower After Occupancy Grant

Representative AI image BENGALURU: Just three months after the Greater Bengaluru Authority issued an occupancy certificate, an 18-floor apartment tower within the SNN Raj Etternia complex near Kudlu off Hosur Road is slated for demolition. The builder opted to dismantle the tower before any residents moved in, as it was discovered that the structure had begun to tilt due to inadequate stability work before construction commenced. Constructed over four years, the tower consists of 49 flats, which buyers were eager to occupy before this structural issue arose. The complex includes 14 other towers that are free of defects. Out of…

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Supertech Homebuyers: Work Slows Despite NBCC Takeover

Representative AI image NOIDA: Residents from Supertech’s unfinished projects are urging authorities to speed up construction, noting that several developments remain incomplete despite the National Buildings Construction Corporation (NBCC) being tasked with their completion. Arun Sharma, president of Supertech Capetown in Sector 74, highlighted that the project encompasses 5,038 flats across 39 towers, with three towers still not completed. “The developer has transferred 4,419 flats, but nearly 500 remain undelivered. Out of those delivered, around 3,300 flats have been registered,” Sharma stated. He continued to express that the society faces many issues, including the lack of a functional firefighting system,…

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PMAY-Gramin House Approvals Drop Sharply in Andhra Pradesh

VIJAYAWADA: New sanctions under the Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana-Gramin (PMAY-G) in Andhra Pradesh have seen a significant decline since 2022-23, with only 515 rural houses approved over the past three financial years. Construction of previously approved houses, however, has continued at a slow pace. Data presented in the Lok Sabha by the Ministry of Rural Development indicates that Andhra Pradesh received no new PMAY-G house sanctions in 2021-22. The state was assigned 1.78 lakh houses in 2022-23, but approvals plummeted to just 11 in 2023-24 and 504 in 2024-25, with no new sanctions at all in 2025-26. Despite this decline…

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Cops Start Tenant Verification Drive in Bokaro

File Photo BOKARO: On Wednesday, police initiated a campaign to verify the identities of tenants within the limits of the Sector police station in the city. Officials state that this initiative aims to gather tenant information and enhance surveillance to deter criminal activities. Previous incidents revealed that cyber gangs, criminals, and Maoists had rented homes in the area. During this drive, police personnel are conducting door-to-door checks to collect essential information from residents and landlords. They have requested landlords to assist in the verification process and to visit the Sector-4 police station to finalize tenant verification procedures. Bokaro SP Nathu…

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DDA Housing Scheme: 1,200 Flats at 25% Off in Narela, Delhi

Representative Image NEW DELHI: The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) has introduced the ‘DDA Karmajeevi Awaas Yojana 2026,’ featuring a 25% discount on over 1,200 ready-to-move flats in Narela, as announced by officials on Wednesday. In celebration of the 80th Independence Day, the DDA has launched a special housing scheme tailored for serving and retired government employees, as well as working professionals. The initiative aims to enhance home ownership accessibility for professionals while continuing DDA’s mission of promoting planned urban development and inclusive growth in the capital. The scheme includes more than 1,200 ready-to-move flats available in 1BHK, 2BHK, and 3BHK…

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New Registration Seva Kendras to Ease Property Deals: AP Minister

Representative AI image VIJAYAWADA: Revenue Minister Anagani Satya Prasad has defended the state government’s decision to establish Registration Seva Kendras (RSKs). He stated that this new technology-driven initiative aims to alleviate the difficulties faced by individuals at registration offices and to enhance transparency and citizen-friendliness in property registration services. In a media address on Tuesday, the minister highlighted that RSKs are part of wider revenue reforms initiated by the state government, intended to benefit the public without causing any inconvenience. He dismissed opposition criticism as mere political propaganda aimed at gaining electoral advantage. Anagani mentioned that the government has already…

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Bengaluru Housing Body Faces Criticism for Fire Safety Violations

Representative AI image BENGALURU: As the skyline of the city rises with state-sponsored housing, a critical question remains — are these homes truly safe? Various projects by the Bangalore Development Authority (BDA) are under scrutiny due to missing fire clearances and incomplete safety measures, transforming dream residences into potential dangers. One significant example is the BDA Indraprastha apartment complex in Kengeri, which has been denied a fire no-objection certificate (NOC). This complex, comprising multiple high-rise structures, reportedly fails to meet necessary open space regulations. When TOI spoke with residents, many expressed that the absence of fire NOCs and lift clearances…

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Gurugram civic body has 5,000+ pending property ID requests

GURUGRAM: There are currently 5,390 pending property ID objections and applications with the Municipal Corporation of Gurugram (MCG). Of these, 51% (2,740 cases) remain unresolved at the civic level, leaving many property owners in limbo regarding corrections and information about their property tax assessments. Additionally, 1,764 objections (32.7%) concerning existing property IDs have been returned to residents for further documents or clarifications, and thus remain pending. The issue also affects new property ID requests. Out of 886 pending applications, 585 are awaiting action from MCG, while 301 have been returned to applicants for more information. Homeowners are left waiting for…

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John Abraham Acquires 100-Year-Old Bandra Bungalow for ₹84 Crore

MUMBAI: Actor John Abraham, a notable figure in Mumbai’s real estate scene, has acquired a bungalow in Bandra West for approximately Rs 84 crore. This 1926-built bungalow, owned by the DeVitre Parsi family, is located on the serene St Martin Road, connecting Bandra’s iconic Turner Road and the lively Hill Road. Addressed simply as 20, St Martin Road, the property includes four bedrooms, a spacious hall, a garden with fruit trees, and an outhouse. When asked about redevelopment plans, a source familiar with the deal stated, “He has no such intentions. He simply fell in love with the property.” Fredun…