Labour
Construction Costs Rise Over 25% as Material Shortages and Labour Constraints Impact Real Estate Sector: CREDAI
CREDAI has warned that construction costs have increased by more than 25 percent due to global conflicts, material shortages and labour constraints, putting...
Andhra Pradesh Revives Welfare Schemes For Construction Workers
Andhra Pradesh has revived key welfare schemes for construction workers, including marriage assistance, maternity benefit, death compensation, funeral aid and health screening support.
Hyderabad Construction Sector Slows as Rising Costs Hit Middle-Class Housing Demand
Hyderabad’s construction sector is facing a major slowdown as project completions decline, middle-class housing demand weakens and rising material and labour costs impact...
Centre Issues Heatwave Advisory to Safeguard Workers Across India
The Labour Ministry has issued a nationwide advisory urging states to implement immediate measures to protect workers from extreme heat, focusing on safety,...
Embassy REIT clocks strong FY26 with 6.4 msf leasing and double-digit growth
Embassy REIT reports robust FY26 performance with 6.4 msf leasing, 13% revenue growth and Chennai emerging as a key demand driver in India’s...
Labour and sand shortage disrupt construction activity in coastal Karnataka
Construction activity in Dakshina Kannada and Udupi is facing disruption due to labour shortages and CRZ sand restrictions, impacting project timelines and costs.
Bengaluru Development Authority’s 1,026 unsold flats lead to ₹65 crore revenue loss
The Bengaluru Development Authority is facing a significant revenue setback as 1,026 unsold one-BHK flats continue to remain vacant, resulting in ₹65 crore...
NCB and UltraTech Cement Join Hands to Strengthen Construction Skill Development in India
NCB and UltraTech Cement have partnered to boost skill development in India’s construction sector through nationwide training and certification programmes for industry professionals.
Construction Costs Set to Rise 3–5% in 2026 Amid Labour and Input Cost Pressures
Construction costs in India are expected to increase by 3–5% in 2026, driven by rising labour expenses and input costs, despite partial relief...
Migrant Labour Exodus from Bengaluru May Slow Construction and Real Estate Activity
A large-scale return of migrant workers from Bengaluru to West Bengal ahead of elections is expected to disrupt construction activity and delay infrastructure...
