Tag: #AffordableHousing

HC Orders Goa Government to Investigate Misuse of Socorro Housing Scheme for Low-Income Families

April 14, 2025

PANAJI: The High Court has expressed concern over the alleged misuse of the 20-point programme aimed at constructing homes for economically weaker sections in Socorro village. It has directed the deputy collector of Bardez to launch an inquiry into unauthorized constructions under the scheme and submit a detailed report to the North Goa collector within […]

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NHB Increases Surprise Inspections to Assess Housing Finance Companies’ Operations

April 1, 2025

The National Housing Bank (NHB) is ramping up surprise inspections of mortgage lenders to ensure they are operating properly, following a recent fraud case at Aviom Housing Finance, according to two officials familiar with the matter. These surprise checks are in addition to the regular annual credit reviews NHB conducts for housing finance companies (HFCs). […]

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Maha Govt invite developers to develop 3360 acres of MSRTC land bank: Maha Transport Minister

February 22, 2025

Government to Fast–Track MSRDC Bus Depots Developments across District, Taluka & Rural Levels: Mr Pratap Sarnaik, Minister of Transport, Government of Maharashtra NAREDCO NextGen ‘Digital Learning Hub’ launched by Shri Pratap Sarnaik, Transport Minister, Govt of Maharashtra   Mumbai, February 11, 2025: Shri Pratap Sarnaik, Minister of Transport, Government of Maharashtra announced that the State’s […]

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Unlocking the Potential of India’s Real Estate Markets beyond Metros

January 28, 2025

Gone are the days when only Tier I cities dominated India’s realty sector. Emerging micro markets in Tier II and III cities are the next real estate hotspots. These smaller cities are gaining prominence due to their affordability, increasing job opportunities, and enhanced quality of life. As a result, developers, investors, and residents are increasingly […]

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Bombay High Court Halts Allocation of 80 Transit Flats by MHADA

December 31, 2024

MUMBAI: In a significant relief to over 35 former mill workers of the Bombay Dyeing Mill, the Bombay High Court has stayed the allocation of 80 transit tenements within an MHADA project arising from the redevelopment of the mill land at Prabhadevi and Wadala. The court’s decision follows a petition filed by a group of […]

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ADB Pledges $70 Million to Vastu Housing Finance to Boost Affordable Housing.

December 26, 2024

The Asian Development Bank (ADB), a multilateral funding agency headquartered in Manila, has pledged USD 70 million (approximately ₹595 crore) to Vastu Housing Finance to support affordable housing initiatives. This funding will help improve access to sustainable and affordable housing loans for underserved borrowers, with 15% of the funds dedicated to first-time homeowners, according to […]

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State-Run Banks Explore New Home Loan Model for Informal Income Earners

November 12, 2024

MUMBAI: Major state-owned banks have begun preliminary discussions to evaluate the potential for offering home loans to individuals lacking traditional income documentation, employer certificates, or tax returns. Unlike standard disbursements under ‘affordable housing’ initiatives, this new approach would assess applicants’ income through unconventional means, such as examining the transaction activity of a street vendor via […]

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Capital India Finance Sells Housing Finance Subsidiary to Weaver Services for Rs 267 Crore

October 21, 2024

Capital India Finance Ltd (CIFL), a small-cap NBFC focusing on MSMEs, has sold its housing finance subsidiary, Capital India Home Loans Limited (CIHL), to Weaver Services Private Limited for Rs 267 crore, as stated in a company filing to the stock exchanges. Weaver Services is supported by a team of former HDFC employees. To fund […]

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The Legacy of Ratan Tata and Its Impact on Indian Real Estate

October 10, 2024

The passing of Ratan Tata, one of India’s most influential business leaders, would mark a turning point for the country’s corporate world. His influence extended far beyond the Tata Group, shaping sectors like IT, steel, and automotive, but his contributions to real estate are equally noteworthy. Ratan Tata’s vision for affordable and sustainable housing has […]

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No Further GST Exemption on Long-Term Land Lease: Group of Ministers

September 26, 2024

PANAJI: During the fourth meeting of the Group of Ministers (GoM) on boosting the real estate sector, held in Goa, a decision was made not to grant any additional exemptions on Goods and Services Tax (GST) for long-term land leases by private entities. Sector-specific exemptions, such as those for tourism, were also ruled out. Goa […]

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