New Gurugram prices soar 25% to ₹14k/sq. ft.; Affordable housing faces margin pressure. 20% EDC hike in 2025 increases costs; DDJAY amendment unfreezes 50% inventory to boost supply. Infrastructure gaps (missing sector roads) remain a critical risk for affordable projects.

HRERA orders 10.8% interest penalty on Godrej Developers for delays in Gurugram. Ruling dismisses "Pollution Bans" as valid Force Majeure, calling them predictable. Buyers entitled to interest on total amount paid, overriding weak contract penalties.

UP Govt adopts GPS Rover machines for land consolidation, ditching old maps. Tech offers centimeter-level accuracy to spot encroachments & record mismatches. Focus on reclaiming Gram Samaj land; ₹20 Cr invested for pilot phase.

PM Surya Ghar offers ₹30k–₹78k subsidy for rooftop solar; extra top-ups in states like UP/Delhi. Strictly requires "Made in India" (DCR) panels and exact name match on Aadhaar/Bill. Watch out for 2–3 month delays in Net Meter installation by state DISCOMs.