E. Jayashree Kurup

Jayashree Kurup is a writer-researcher on real estate and city governance. She has worked in the sector as a journalist and analyst for over 30 years. She worked with leading publications such as the Times of India, Economic Times and Financial Express. She is currently editorial consultant on real estate and construction with Business Today and Deccan Herald. She was Editor-in-Chief of Magic Bricks.

Jayashree was also Regional Director Research with international property consultancy - Insignia Brooke, for...

Both Naredco and CREDAI have sought government intervention in the rental housing market in Budget 2026.

Budget 2026: Real estate industry switches tracks to affordable housing; seeks policy push

by E. Jayashree Kurup |Jan 17, 2026

As Budget 2026 approaches, India’s real estate industry is recalibrating its priorities toward affordable and rental housing amid slowing luxury demand and global uncertainty. Industry bodies are seek...

The Bandra Bay Template: Mumbai’s marina that could be the envy of the world

by E. Jayashree Kurup |Jan 15, 2026

Mumbai is working on a Marina that could be the envy of cities around the world. Its success will encourage similar waterfront developments around the country.

How Affluent Indians Are Feeling At Home With Luxury

by E. Jayashree Kurup |Oct 9, 2025

From classic art on the walls and environmentally sustainable living spaces to personalised interiors, the affluent Indian is leaving no stone unturned to make a home that can uplift more than his soc...

Luxury Has a New Address—Small-town India

by E. Jayashree Kurup |Sep 1, 2025

Demand for luxury housing is not showing any sign of ending anytime soon. The segment has caught the imagination of the well-heeled even in small-town India.