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Market shows more resilience as monthly sales transactions lift to almost 14,000

Dubai, UAE, May 4: The Dubai real estate market showed continued resilience in April, recording 13,977 sales transactions worth AED48 billion.

A market update issued today by fäm Properties showed that activity strengthened month-on-month, with sales volume rising 3.5% compared to March, while total sales value increased by 10.7%.

The strongest growth came in the commercial sector, including offices and shops, with 561 sales transactions valued at AED4 billion, up 33.9% YoY and 36.2% month-on-month.

Apartment sales were also up MoM by 6.5% to 11,377 transactions worth AED24.1 billion, while plot sales rose 34.7% MoM to 237 deals valued at AED6.6 billion. The average property price per sq ft was up by 16.1% YoY to AED1,840.

Data from DXBinteract revealed that primary sales again dominated in April, accounting for 10,563 sales transactions totalling AED35.8 billion, compared with 3,414 resales valued at AED12.2 billion.

“Last month’s performance reflects the market’s underlying strength, with steady demand across both residential and commercial segments,” said Firas Al Msaddi, CEO of fäm Properties. 

“Despite ongoing geopolitical tensions, Dubai is benefiting from its reputation as a stable, transparent and well-regulated environment for investment. The continued dominance of primary sales also points to long-term confidence in the emirate’s growth and development pipeline.”

For the second month in succession, Dubai South was the best-performing area, with 1,171 sales transactions valued at AED2.7 billion, marking its sixth consecutive month in the top five.

TOP FIVE PERFORMING AREAS IN APRIL 2026

                                                            Transactions              Sales value

Dubai South                                        1,171                           AED2.7B

Jebel Ali First                                      887                              AED1.9B                   

Al Barsha South Fourth                      828                              AED1.0B

Wadi Al Safa 5                                   814                              AED1.4B

Dubai Islands                                      732                              AED2.8B       

The most expensive apartment sold in April was a luxury property at Aman Residences Tower 2 at Jumeirah Second which fetched AED171 million.

Other luxury apartments sold for AED122 million at Baccarat Residence T1 at Downtown Dubai and AED118 million at Building C at Marsa Dubai. The most expensive villa went for AED76 million at Eden Hills.

With properties worth more than AED5 million accounting for 11.81% of sales, 12.65% were between AED3-5 million, 17.54% between AED2-3 million, 34.7% between AED1-2 million and 23.3% were below AED1 million.

BEST-SELLING PROJECTS IN APRIL 2026

Primary market apartments

Primary market villas

Resale apartments

Resale villas

New Delhi, May 04: realme, the most popular smartphone brand among Indian youth, is set to elevate the smartphone buying experience with a host of exciting offers across its popular lineup during the upcoming Flipkart SASA LELE Sale 2026 and Amazon Great Summer Sale 2026. Available for a limited period on Flipkart and Amazon.in, these deals present a compelling opportunity for consumers to upgrade to feature-rich devices at attractive prices. Extending the celebration further, realme will also roll out these disruptive offers as part of its realme Anniversary Days Sale 2026, making it an unmissable season for smartphone upgrades.

As part of the sale, realme will introduce attractive price drops, bank offers, and additional benefits across its P and NARZO series, catering to users who seek powerful performance along with a well-rounded smartphone experience. 

The realme P series, known for its high performance and premium design, will see compelling offers across realme P4 series. These devices will be available on Flipkart and realme.com, making them more accessible to a wider audience. 

In addition, devices including realme NARZO 90x 5G, realme NARZO Power 5G, realme NARZO 80 Pro 5G, realme NARZO 90 5G, and realme NARZO 100 Lite 5G will be available with compelling offers across Amazon.in and realme.com.

With these limited-period offers, realme continues to strengthen its commitment to delivering cutting-edge technology, powerful performance, and accessible innovation to young consumers across India.

New Delhi, May 04: The literary-cultural programme Hindiyan, organised by Rekhta Foundation’s ‘Hindvi’ initiative, was successfully held at the Gulmohar Auditorium, India Habitat Centre, New Delhi. The event focused on the role of folk languages in literature and cinema, their expansion, and their creative possibilities. It fostered a meaningful and serious dialogue on the interconnections between language, culture, and creative expression.

The programme aimed to highlight the importance of linguistic diversity and to explore how folk languages enrich our cultural and creative experiences. Keeping this objective in mind, the event was structured into two key segments, discussion and poetry recitation, facilitating impactful engagement at both intellectual and creative levels.

The first session featured a discussion on the theme “The Expansion of Folk Languages in Literature and Cinema.” Critics Ravikant and Amrendra Awadhiya shared their perspectives, emphasizing that folk languages are not merely tools of expression but powerful mediums that bring forth social realities, cultural memories, and the complexities of everyday life. The discussion also underscored how the use of regional dialects and folk languages in contemporary Hindi cinema enhances the authenticity and impact of narratives. Furthermore, the expansion of folk languages was viewed as an essential medium of cultural representation.

The second segment, titled “Kavitai,” featured poetry recitations by Prakash Uday, who presented Bhojpuri poetry, and Ramshankar Verma, who recited in Awadhi, captivating the audience. This session offered a vivid experience of the simplicity, rhythm, and emotional depth of folk languages. The diversity of poetic voices added a multidimensional quality to the session, reflecting both rural life and the interplay between urban experiences and folk sensibilities.

The programme was moderated by Chandra Prabha, who seamlessly connected the two sessions with her balanced and engaging style, ensuring a cohesive flow throughout the evening.

Overall, Hindiyan emerged as more than just a literary event; it served as a powerful platform to understand the deep relationship between language and culture. The programme reinforced the idea that the presence of folk languages makes literature and cinema more vibrant, authentic, and emotionally resonant.

Notably, continuing the legacy of ‘Hindvi’s’ previous programmes, Chhand-Chhand Par Kumkum and Ananta, Hindiyan successfully created a meaningful dialogue at the intersection of literature, cinema, and folk languages. The event stands as a significant step towards understanding the expansive and dynamic nature of language.

Hyderabad, 3  May 2026: Mining powerhouse, NMDC produced 46.4 lakh tonnes and sold 36.8 lakh tonnes of iron ore in April 2026.

The largest iron ore miner in the country has recorded a 16% growth in production in the first month of FY27 over the corresponding period last year. Riding on its best-ever mining performance at the Bailadila iron ore projects, production in April 2026 is the highest ever achieved by NMDC in April on the company’s timeline.

Tracking iron ore production over the recent four-year period reveals a steady CAGR of 3.9% for India. Within this backdrop, NMDC delivered a stronger 6.8% CAGR, outperforming industry growth and thereby increasing its share of incremental output.

 “The expansion of capacities and capabilities of NMDC is in full swing. We have laid the necessary groundwork across logistics, infrastructure, technology, and supply chain integration to enable our strategic leap forward. Starting at 4.6 million tonnes in April, NMDC has its heart set on 60+ million tonnes for this financial year. The team is ready, aligned, and confident to rise to the next level of growth!” said Shri Amitava Mukherjee, CMD, NMDC.

53+ million tonnes in FY26 and a positive early cycle update from NMDC boost optimism in India’s iron and steel sector.

Gujarat, 3 May, 2026: Business Network International (BNI) Baroda Region successfully hosted BNI Colosseum 2026, one of the region’s largest business and leadership gatherings, at Waves Club, Vadodara. The event brought together 820+ business owners, entrepreneurs, and industry professionals, reinforcing the growing strength of structured networking as a catalyst for business growth.

Presented by ChargeZone and powered by NK Jewellers, the event created a high-impact platform for meaningful connections, knowledge exchange, and collaboration.

BNI Colosseum 2026 delivered a dynamic mix of networking, knowledge sessions and business opportunities, including:

• 3000+ one-to-one business meetings facilitating direct deal-making conversations
• 35+ exhibition stalls showcasing diverse businesses and innovations
• Participation from 50+ industry professionals across sectors
• Curated networking formats designed to maximize ROI for attendees

The event’s structure enabled participants to move beyond introductions to actionable business conversations, reinforcing BNI’s core philosophy of “Givers Gain.”

Insightful Leadership & Keynote Sessions

The event featured compelling sessions from distinguished leaders:

• Mr. Savjibhai Dholakia, Founder of HK Diamonds, delivered the keynote, inspiring attendees with his entrepreneurial journey, leadership philosophy, and insights on purpose-led business growth. Insights shared by Savjibhai on Philosophy & Purpose:
• – Emphasised aligning personal values with professional journeys to create meaningful impact.
• – Highlighted that true success extends beyond individual growth to societal contribution. – ભાવના હોય તો કુદરત પણ મદદ કરશે.
• – Noted that BNI enables collective progress through collaboration and shared purpose.
• – Reinforced the importance of reflection, relationships, and value creation – મા એ મા, બાકી બધા વગડા ના વા
• Mr. Rajendran Dandapani, Director at Zoho Corporation, delivered a powerful address on building sustainable, value-driven organizations in a rapidly evolving business landscape. Insights shared by Mr. Dandapani on Technology & Learning:
• Stressed the need to understand user requirements for effective solutions deeply.
• Highlighted that execution is as critical as innovation in driving outcomes.
• Emphasised continuous learning and adaptability in a dynamic tech landscape.
• Encouraged the ongoing adoption of new technologies to sustain growth.

Their perspectives resonated strongly with the audience, offering both strategic direction and personal inspiration.

BNI Colosseum 2026 highlighted the growing influence of BNI in fostering a collaborative business ecosystem across Baroda, Anand-Nadiad, and Bharuch-Ankleshwar regions. The event served as a testament to how structured networking can drive trust-based referrals, partnerships, and long-term business growth.

Speaking on the success of the event, Mr. Kalpesh Shah, Executive Director, BNI India shared: “BNI Colosseum 2026 is not just an event—it is a movement towards building stronger businesses through meaningful relationships. The scale of participation and quality of engagement this year reinforces the power of collaboration in today’s business environment.”

With the resounding success of this edition, BNI aims to further expand its platform, bringing together more entrepreneurs, innovators, and leaders to drive collective growth and impact.