The Ministry of Statistics plans to revise the Consumer Price Index housing methodology with monthly rent tracking and first-time inclusion of rural data, marking a significant shift in inflation measurement.

Nitesh Kumar, Managing Director and CEO of Emami Realty Limited, has been appointed Co-Chairman of the Merchant's Chamber of Commerce and Industry's Infrastructure and Real Estate Council for the 2025-26 term, with a focus on housing accessibility, sustainable practices, and policy advocacy.

GST rate cuts on construction materials and policy reforms are expected to drive significant growth in India's real estate sector during the festive quarter, with enhanced affordability and renewed buyer confidence across metro and tier-2 markets.

Mysuru Development Authority's latest land auction generated ₹100 crore from 75 plots, with prices reaching ₹33,000 per square foot, raising serious concerns about housing affordability and market speculation.