Tag: NAREDCO

IndustryLatest Stories

Telangana Fire Dept Meets Builders on Fire Services Act Changes

HYDERABAD: On Friday, state fire department officials convened a consultative meeting with members of the builders and developers association to discuss proposed amendments to the Telangana Fire Services Act of 1999. The proposed amendments aim to modernize regulations to address urban infrastructure risks, improve safety standards, and enhance enforcement powers. Once finalized, these changes will allow fire department regulations to cover buildings under 15 metres high, as most fire incidents occur in these smaller, often crowded structures. The meeting was held at the fire department’s headquarters in Nanakramguda and included representatives from the Confederation of Real Estate Developers’ Associations of…

IndustryLatest Stories

Home Prices and Construction Costs May Rise if West Asia Conflict Persists

NEW DELHI: The ongoing West Asian conflict is starting to affect Indian real estate, as industry bodies CREDAI and NAREDCO report rising construction costs due to shortages in some building materials. They expressed concerns over potential delays in project completions caused by these constraints. According to CREDAI National President Shekhar Patel and NAREDCO President Parveen Jain, if the conflict continues, the input costs could rise, inevitably pushing up housing prices as well. “The Indian real estate sector remains relatively stable despite geopolitical tensions, as most raw materials are sourced domestically,” said Patel. However, he noted some temporary supply chain disruptions…

IndustryLatest Stories

Delayed Policy Execution Hinders Investment: NAREDCO Chair

INDORE: Delays in the implementation of urban development policies are hindering growth and discouraging private investments, stated Dr. Niranjan Hiranandani, Chairman of NAREDCO, during a discussion on Friday. He highlighted issues related to master planning and stamp duty structures in Madhya Pradesh. “If policies are passed but executed with delays, development will stagnate and investments will decline,” he explained, noting that uncertainty in planning frameworks adversely affects capital flow into real estate and infrastructure. He pointed out that the Development Plan for Bhopal expired in 2005 and a revision is still pending. Similarly, Indore’s master plan expired in 2021. “This…

IndustryLatest Stories

Civil Aviation Ministry Reviewing Height Norm Relaxation for Real Estate

NEW DELHI: The civil aviation ministry is conducting an analysis on potential adjustments to height restrictions for real estate developments, with the aim of facilitating quicker vertical growth in urban areas where land is limited, Minister Kinjarapu Ram Mohan Naidu announced on Friday. He stated, “The Indian real estate market is projected to reach USD 1 trillion by 2030, driven by structural reforms, enhanced transparency, and increased investor confidence. It has the capacity to grow to USD 5-7 trillion by 2047.” Naidu was addressing attendees at the National Urban and Real Estate Development Conclave-2026 held in New Delhi. He highlighted…

IndustryLatest Stories

Budget 2026: REITs, Land Relief, and City Growth Boost Real Estate

File photo NEW DELHI: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Union Budget 2026–27 on February 1, unveiling a series of initiatives designed to enhance capital recycling, simplify tax compliance, and accelerate urban infrastructure development, benefiting the real estate and construction sectors substantially. A major highlight was the government’s plan to fast-track the monetization of central public sector enterprise (CPSE) real estate assets through specialized Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs). Sitharaman noted that REITs have proven to be an effective tool for asset monetization, which would aid in recycling mature public assets, while also generating consistent revenue and unlocking funds for…

IndustryLatest Stories

Housing Revolution Needed: Niranjan Hiranandani, Naredco

NEW DELHI: The National Real Estate Development Council (Naredco) has pointed out a significant tax imbalance between corporations and individual taxpayers, urging the government to adjust income tax rates. The organization claims that individuals and partnerships engaged in business face substantially higher taxes compared to companies. Niranjan Hiranandani, chairman of Naredco, emphasized that while corporations generally pay an effective tax rate around 25%, individuals in similar business roles may pay up to 40%, including surcharges and cesses. “If a company is taxed at 25%, why should an individual or partnership in the same field face a 40% tax?” he questioned,…

IndustryLatest Stories

Stable Liquidity and Office Demand Boost Q4 2025 Real Estate Sentiment

NEW DELHI: According to the Knight Frank-NAREDCO Real Estate Sentiment Index, sentiment in India’s real estate market stabilized in the October–December quarter of 2025, with both current and future outlooks remaining positive. The Current Sentiment Score for Q4 2025 rose to 60, an increase from 59 in the previous quarter, while the Future Sentiment Score held steady at 61, indicating balanced expectations for the next six months. Although these levels are lower than the peaks recorded in 2023-24, they suggest a market buoyed by stable macroeconomic conditions, decreasing inflation, and availability of funding. The report highlights that enhanced economic clarity…

IndustryLatest Stories

2025: Soften End-User Demand Amid Rising Prices, Says Parveen Jain

NEW DELHI: India’s residential real estate sector is currently experiencing a price-driven consolidation phase following a robust rebound post-pandemic. While sales activity remains steady, significant increases in land and construction costs, particularly in key markets like Gurugram, are beginning to impact affordability and buyer decisions. Developers are reevaluating their product offerings, anticipating a gradual shift back to mid-segment housing as luxury demand stabilizes, coupled with discussions around policy measures aimed at enhancing affordability. In an exclusive discussion with Ankit Sharma, Parveen Jain, President of Naredco National, elaborates on how soaring land prices and escalating construction costs have altered housing economics,…

IndustryLatest Stories

NAREDCO Elects Parveen Jain as President, Hiranandani as Chair

NEW DELHI: The National Real Estate Development Council (NAREDCO) has appointed Parveen Jain as its new president and Niranjan Hiranandani as chairman. Parveen Jain, who is also the founder and managing director of Tulip Infratech, stated, “Our focus will be on promoting transparency, supporting progressive policy reforms, and enabling sustainable growth that aligns with India’s broader economic vision. NAREDCO will continue to serve as a bridge between the government and the real estate sector, ensuring responsible and inclusive growth.” Jain has previously served as president of NAREDCO – National from 2015 to 2017 and has held the position of president…