3. VERY SHORT RELEVANT INTRO: Mumbai's property market recorded approximately 11,500 registrations in October 2025, demonstrating resilience through strong end-user demand despite festive timing shifts, with year-to-date stamp duty collections reaching record ₹11,164 crore.

Delhi government reviews circle rates with proposals for a new A+ category for premium Lutyens' Delhi areas, farmhouse valuation reforms, and biennial updates to align with market realities.

Classifieds giant Dubizzle Group announced plans to list approximately 30% of its equity on Dubai Financial Market in one of UAE's largest tech IPOs this year, with trading expected to begin in early November 2025.

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.

Southern India's residential property market defied broader national trends in Q3 2025, with combined sales in Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Chennai surging 47 percent year-on-year to 38,644 units, driven by strong job creation and improved buyer sentiment.

Real estate is reclaiming its position as India's preferred investment asset this festive season, with premium housing leading the demand surge despite strong equity and gold markets, driven by favorable interest rates and post-pandemic lifestyle preferences.

Lodha Developers has appointed Amandeep Singh, a senior executive from DLF Limited, as Regional CEO for Delhi-NCR operations effective October 27, 2025, signaling the company's strategic push into the National Capital Region's growing real estate market.

South India's residential market surged 47% year-on-year in Q3 2025, with Hyderabad, Bengaluru, and Chennai collectively selling over 38,600 units—outpacing northern metros significantly.

India's residential real estate market is experiencing heightened buyer engagement this festive season as revised GST policies, stable home loan rates, and seasonal offers drive demand, particularly in premium and upper-mid segment properties across metros and Tier-II cities.

India's real estate sector is experiencing robust growth with multiple cities emerging as prime investment destinations. Driven by urbanization and infrastructure upgrades, the market is projected to expand significantly, offering diverse opportunities across metros and tier-II cities.

As India's real estate sector gains momentum in 2025, three small-cap developers—Suraj Estate, Kolte-Patil, and Hubtown—are emerging as potential growth stories with strategic positioning in high-demand markets across Mumbai, Pune, and Bengaluru.

Sobha Ltd has announced plans to launch residential and commercial projects worth approximately ₹22,000 crore over the next 18 months, targeting eight cities amid strong demand in India's premium housing market.

Kolkata's residential property market registered sales of 4,374 units in Q3 2025, marking a 2% year-on-year growth, while average home prices appreciated by 8% annually, reflecting sustained buyer confidence and market stability.

Maharashtra's real estate sector has generated ₹29,795 crore in stamp duty revenue by mid-October 2025, representing 46.9% of the annual target despite a ready reckoner rate hike in April. The state's property market continues to demonstrate resilience with 7% year-on-year revenue growth.

Mumbai has secured the top position in India's residential property market during Q3 2025 with 24,706 home sales while office rental rates for Grade A spaces climbed 11% year-on-year, reinforcing the city's status as the nation's premier real estate destination.