Delhi Development Authority has approved landmark projects including the capital's first Transit-Oriented Development housing in Karkardooma with 1,026 flats, a 40-hectare land pooling zone, and a major sports and education complex in Narela, signaling a strategic shift in urban planning priorities.

Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has outlined an ambitious human-first approach to reshape Mumbai's urban landscape, addressing the critical housing crisis affecting over 13,000 cessed buildings in South Mumbai while introducing comprehensive policies for affordable housing, cluster

New Zealand's Reserve Bank has announced a relaxation of mortgage lending restrictions effective December 2025, raising low-deposit lending caps to support first-time buyers and stimulate housing market activity after years of correction.

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.

The Maharashtra government has unveiled an ambitious Slum Cluster Redevelopment Scheme targeting 50-acre zones across Mumbai, with the SRA leading integrated housing development featuring modern infrastructure, FSI relaxations, and CRZ inclusion.

The Noida Authority has initiated strict measures to cancel allotments of residential plots lying vacant for over 12 years while blocking registries for 5,758 housing units due to unpaid developer dues, marking a decisive crackdown on land hoarding.

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.

The Maharashtra state government announced its ambitious Housing Policy 2025, revealing plans to construct 35 lakh affordable homes within the next five years to tackle the state's escalating urban housing shortage.

DDA unveils Premium Housing Scheme 2025 with 250 flats across income categories, launching in August through e-auction platform targeting diverse buyer segments in prime Delhi locations.

Rajasthan government launches Township Policy 2025 to develop satellite towns along Bassi-Kotputli corridor, aiming to ease Jaipur's urban pressure through sustainable peripheral growth and affordable housing initiatives.

NDMC announces comprehensive housing policy reform to address 15% vacancy rate in staff accommodation. New digital framework aims to streamline allotment processes, reduce transfer delays, and improve housing efficiency for municipal employees. Draft policy expected by August 2025.

Gujarat government announces ₹200 annual house tax cap for PMAY-G rural homes across all Gram Panchayats. Fixed rate for 4 years provides financial relief to rural families. CM Bhupendra Patel's rural welfare initiative.

Andhra Pradesh announces major building regulation reforms in June 2025. New norms extend licence validity to 3 years, streamline approvals for projects under 50 sqm, and relax balcony restrictions for low-rise construction.

Complete guide to Maharashtra's Majhe Ghar Majha Adhikar policy: ₹70,000 crore plan for 35 lakh affordable homes by 2030. Rent-to-own, digital apps, slum rehabilitation & more benefits explained.

Deputy CM Eknath Shinde launches Maharashtra's biggest housing revolution - 35 lakh affordable homes by 2030 with ₹70,000 crore investment. Complete guide to benefits, eligibility & impact.