In this episode of Prop Personalities, we sit down with Hars...
Luxury real estate is one of the most talked-about segments ...
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Airports play a much bigger role than just enabling travel -...
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15 Nov 2025
Mulund, long known as Mumbai's green suburb, is now emerging as a model for new-age homebuyers seeking lifestyle-driven homes. The area's growing popularity among young professionals, first-time buyers, and families has shifted developers' focus from conventional layouts to flexible, community-centred living. Enhanced connectivity through Metro Lines 4 and 5, the Goregaon-Mulund Link Road, and the Eastern Express Highway has reinforced its position as one of Mumbai's most desirable and well-connected residential destinations. The demand for spacious multi-bedroom homes reflects the changing aspirations of today's urban buyers.Read more
09 Nov 2025
As part of the government's ambitious Fourth Mumbai Plan, Boisar is set to become the nucleus of a new integrated urban cluster within the Mumbai Metropolitan Region. Backed by large-scale infrastructure including the Vadhavan Port, a greenfield international airport, and the Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train, Boisar is evolving from an established industrial hub into a global investment and residential destination offering employment, connectivity, and lifestyle advantages.Read more
09 Nov 2025
Thane, once considered a quiet suburb of Mumbai, is rapidly transforming into a key commercial and mixed-use hub within the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR). Supported by infrastructure growth, competitive rentals, and an influx of investors, the city is attracting developers, corporates, and homebuyers alike. Affordable Grade-A office spaces, vibrant retail centres, and integrated developments combining work and living spaces are reshaping Thane�s real estate identity. The city�s expanding ecosystem signals a shift towards self-sufficiency and sustainable urban growth.Read more
08 Nov 2025
Mumbai's construction landscape is evolving with the growing use of precast technology-an efficient, factory-based building method that replaces traditional, labour-heavy techniques. By manufacturing components like walls and slabs off-site, projects become faster, cleaner, and more sustainable. The approach reduces pollution, noise, and waste while improving safety and worksite conditions. Homebuyers benefit from quicker delivery and consistent quality. Although challenges such as transport logistics remain, developers are increasingly investing in training and in-house precast units. With innovations like 3D casting and BIM, precast construction is poised to reshape urban housing, combining speed, precision, and sustainability to deliver better living spaces.Read more
08 Nov 2025
India's luxury housing market has transitioned from a niche catering to ultra-wealthy individuals to a mainstream segment attracting a broader base of affluent buyers. Driven by rising incomes, economic growth, and changing lifestyle priorities, the segment has witnessed remarkable momentum across major cities such as Delhi-NCR, Mumbai, and Hyderabad. High-end buyers now seek not only exclusivity and space but also properties that prioritise wellness, sustainability, and long-term capital appreciation, prompting developers to focus on bespoke designs and experience-driven living environments.Read more
In this episode of Prop Personalities, we sit down with Hars...
Luxury real estate is one of the most talked-about segments ...
Welcome to Prop Personalities by Prop News Time - a podcast ...
Airports play a much bigger role than just enabling travel -...
Why does the same hotel brand operate multiple properties in...
05 Nov 2025
India's office and retail real estate sectors are set for continued growth despite global headwinds, according to Sriram Khattar, Vice Chairman and Managing Director (Rental Business) at DLF Ltd. Speaking at a CII real estate conference, he said India's English-speaking workforce, cost efficiency, and world-class office spaces make it a top destination for global firms. With office stock surpassing one billion sq ft, India now ranks fourth globally. Khattar added that organised retail is expanding faster than traditional formats, supported by reforms such as RERA, GST rationalisation, and the REIT framework. He highlighted CII's advocacy for tax and approval reforms, reinforcing India's appeal as a transparent, competitive, and growth-ready real estate market.Read more
02 Nov 2025
With the rise in natural calamities, safeguarding one's home through adequate insurance coverage has become essential. Choosing the right sum insured is a critical step in ensuring full financial protection against potential losses. The sum insured generally represents the cost required to rebuild the home, though insurers also offer market value or agreed value options. By including essential clauses such as reinstatement, market value, escalation, and indemnity basis, homeowners can achieve comprehensive coverage for both structure and contents, ensuring financial security during unforeseen events.Read more
01 Nov 2025
Padur, located along Chennai's Old Mahabalipuram Road (OMR), has rapidly evolved from a quiet coastal stretch into one of South Chennai's most attractive real estate hotspots. With robust IT connectivity, educational and healthcare institutions, and growing infrastructure, the locality has witnessed notable price appreciation in the past few years. Affordable land rates compared to neighbouring hubs like Sholinganallur and Navalur make it ideal for first-time investors seeking high ROI potential, supported by strong end-user demand and ongoing infrastructure development.Read more
01 Nov 2025
As Indian cities continue to urbanise, the retail real estate sector is undergoing a transformation, moving beyond traditional mall-based models to embrace sustainable, community-driven spaces. Developers in major metros such as Bengaluru, Mumbai, and Hyderabad are creating lifestyle destinations that integrate retail, wellness, culture, and leisure within environmentally conscious designs. These projects aim to build connections, promote inclusivity, and ensure long-term value by aligning profitability with purpose, with sustainability and social engagement becoming central to modern retail development.Read more
21 Oct 2025
South India's real estate market has shown notable resilience this year, led by Bengaluru, Chennai, and Hyderabad. Strong developer confidence, steady office space absorption, and increasing demand for premium homes above INR 1 crore are shaping the region's property growth. The market is also supported by infrastructure improvements such as expanding metro lines, smart city projects, and sustainable urban planning. South West Bengaluru, supported by the Metro Purple Line and the Peripheral Ring Road, has recorded 15-21 percent price appreciation over the past year, with areas like Kengeri, Banashankari, JP Nagar, and Mysore Road seeing strong buyer interest.Read more