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12 Aug 2026
Athulya Senior Care has expanded its presence in Bengaluru with the inauguration of its third Integrated Geriatric Care Centre in Mathikere. The new facility, with around 100 beds, will provide assisted living, rehabilitation, memory care, emergency support and other senior-focused healthcare services under one roof. The launch comes as Karnataka faces a growing need for specialised elder care, with senior citizens accounting for 9.2% of the state's population. Athulya now operates more than 300 dedicated senior care beds in Bengaluru and over 1,500 beds across 12-plus locations in five Indian cities.Read more
12 Aug 2026
Swiss watchmaker Longines has opened its third boutique in Bengaluru at Phoenix Market City, expanding its retail presence in the city. The boutique was inaugurated by Longines Friend of the Brand Sara Ali Khan, who also visited the brand’s outlet at Phoenix Mall of Asia. The new store features Longines’ latest collections, including PrimaLuna, Conquest, HydroConquest and the Longines Legend Diver, along with the DolceVita and Master Collection. The Bengaluru expansion comes as the brand continues to build its retail presence in India while maintaining its focus on Swiss watchmaking, design and sports-linked heritage.Read more
12 Aug 2026
The Railway Board has given in-principle approval for the Communications-Based Train Control (CBTC) signalling and train control system for Bengaluru Metro’s Pink Line and the entire Blue Line under Phase 2A and 2B up to Kempegowda International Airport. The approval is an important step towards commissioning the Pink Line’s first operational section between Kalena Agrahara and Tavarekere. Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation Limited has been following up with the Railway Board and Research Designs and Standards Organisation to complete the approval process. The system will support modern train control and signalling across the two upcoming corridors.Read more
10 Aug 2026
Sumadhura Group plans to invest around INR 2,000 crore to develop a residential project in Bengaluru’s Whitefield-Kannamangala Corridor. The Bengaluru-based developer has signed a Joint Development Agreement with a landowner for the 17-acre project, which will have around 2.5 million square feet of saleable area. The company sees strong growth potential in the corridor, which has emerged as an important residential market in East Bengaluru. Sumadhura Group has completed 56 projects covering more than 17 million square feet and has over 40 million square feet of projects in its pipeline.Read more
08 Aug 2026
Indian Railways is considering introducing a new Vande Bharat Sleeper service between Bengaluru and Visakhapatnam, a move aimed at improving overnight rail connectivity between Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh. The proposed service is expected to cater to growing passenger demand on one of South India's busiest intercity routes, offering faster and more comfortable long-distance travel. If approved, the train would strengthen connectivity between two major technology and industrial hubs while expanding the Vande Bharat Sleeper network as Indian Railways continues to modernise its long-distance passenger services.Read more
08 Aug 2026
Global workplace furniture manufacturer Haworth will open an 8,100 sq ft experience centre in Bengaluru as part of its expansion in India's commercial office market. Located on St. Mark's Road in the city's central business district (CBD), the facility will serve architects, designers, corporate occupiers and channel partners by showcasing workplace solutions manufactured in India to global standards. The expansion comes as Bengaluru continues to account for the company's largest deployment of workplace furniture in the country, supported by sustained demand from Global Capability Centres (GCCs), technology firms and multinational occupiers seeking modern office environments.Read more
08 Aug 2026
Mana Projects has launched its Freedom Month 2026 campaign for residential homebuyers to mark India's 80th Independence Day. The promotional campaign, valid for bookings made between August 5 and 31, offers eligible buyers travel vouchers equivalent to 80 days of staycations across India, subject to specified conditions. The Bengaluru-based developer has also announced a lucky draw featuring gold vouchers, a motorcycle and home makeover vouchers. In addition, the company will organise MANA Freedom Honours 2026, a community initiative recognising students for academic performance and celebrating children through activities linked to India's Independence Day celebrations.Read more
04 Aug 2026
India's residential market remained stable during the first half of 2026, with apartment sales rising 3 per cent year-on-year across the country's seven major cities, according to JLL India. Bengaluru emerged as the top-performing market, recording the highest apartment sales and a sharp increase in new launches. The city's strong employment base, expanding Global Capability Centres (GCCs), infrastructure upgrades and growing demand for premium homes continued to support residential activity. The report also highlighted a significant rise in demand for homes priced between INR 1 crore and INR 3 crore.Read more
03 Aug 2026
Real estate developers Brigade Enterprises and Prestige Estates Projects have expanded their residential development pipelines through separate land acquisitions in Bengaluru and the Mumbai Metropolitan Region. Brigade has acquired a two-acre land parcel in East Bengaluru for a premium residential project with an estimated gross development value (GDV) of around INR 475 crore. Meanwhile, Prestige Estates has entered into a joint development agreement for a 14.6-acre land parcel in Thane, where it plans to develop a large mixed-use residential project with a projected GDV of approximately INR 4,500 crore.Read more
02 Aug 2026
Bengaluru's residential market maintained steady growth during the first half of 2026, supported by major infrastructure projects, a resilient technology sector and sustained commercial expansion. According to Knight Frank India, the city recorded 27,968 housing sales in H1 2026, up 5% year-on-year, while new launches rose 4% to 34,749 units. Improved connectivity through the Namma Metro expansion, Peripheral Ring Road and Satellite Town Ring Road is driving residential activity across South, East and North Bengaluru, creating opportunities for emerging developers focused on high-growth micro-markets. Developers including Abhee Ventures, Mana Projects and NBR Group have expanded their presence in these infrastructure-led corridors, responding to rising demand for well-connected residential communities close to major employment centres.Read more
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01 Aug 2026
Bengaluru-based Revspot has secured USD 4.8 million in a Series A funding round co-led by Inflexor Ventures and Info Edge Ventures, with participation from Pentathlon Ventures, Silicon Road Ventures and existing investor Titan Capital. The company will use the capital to strengthen its AI-native platform, expand engineering and buyer-intelligence capabilities, enter additional high-value business sectors and grow its international presence. Founded in 2024, Revspot provides an automated lead generation and qualification platform for high-ticket B2C businesses, serving more than 50 customers across sectors including real estate, education, automotive and wealth management. The company also plans to enhance its qualified pipeline infrastructure through its new orchestration platform, Spot.Read more
31 Jul 2026
The Bangalore Hotels Association (BHA) has warned that hotels affiliated with it and other hospitality bodies in Bengaluru will suspend business with Swiggy from August 15 if the company does not address concerns related to payment transparency, unauthorised deductions and advertising charges. The association has sought a transparent payout system, clear disclosure of all charges and consent-based advertising deductions. It has also objected to additional charges beyond agreed service fees, claiming that several restaurants are receiving less than half of their billed order value because of multiple deductions.Read more
29 Jul 2026
The structural issue at SNN Raj Etternia in Bengaluru has brought attention to differing claims regarding the geotechnical assessment conducted for the affected residential tower. The developer has announced plans to rebuild 49 apartments after identifying structural concerns in the 18-storey building, while discussions continue over the findings of soil-related investigations. The case has highlighted the importance of accurate geotechnical studies, construction quality monitoring and safety evaluations in high-rise developments, particularly as Bengaluru continues to witness rapid expansion in residential projects.Read more
27 Jul 2026
The Bangalore Development Authority (BDA) has introduced stricter norms governing modifications to sanctioned building plans after Occupancy Certificates (OCs) have been issued. The move is aimed at preventing unauthorised alterations that could affect the approved design, common areas and rights of apartment owners. By tightening the approval process, the authority seeks to improve regulatory compliance, strengthen urban planning oversight and provide greater protection to homebuyers in completed residential developments.Read more
25 Jul 2026
India's Grade A office market maintained positive rental momentum during the first quarter of CY2026, according to the sixth edition of the IIM Bangalore–CRE Matrix Commercial Property Rental Index (CPRI) report. Based on registered lease transactions, the index recorded a 2.9% year-on-year increase across Tier-1 office markets, with a three-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.8%. Bengaluru retained the highest CPRI score among major office markets, Mumbai recorded the strongest three-year rental appreciation, while Delhi posted the fastest quarter-on-quarter rental growth, highlighting varied growth trends across India's commercial real estate markets.Read more
23 Jul 2026
Flexible workspace operator 315Work Avenue has leased 45,000 sq ft of office space at Bhartiya City, Thanisandra, Bengaluru, as part of its expansion strategy in India's managed office market. The new enterprise-grade workspace is intended to meet rising demand from enterprises, Global Capability Centres (GCCs), technology companies and high-growth start-ups seeking flexible office solutions. The transaction was facilitated by Colliers India. Bengaluru-based 315Work Avenue currently manages around 4 million sq ft of office space, comprising 80,000 seats across 55 locations in Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, Mumbai and Pune, strengthening its presence in key commercial markets.Read more
22 Jul 2026
Karnataka BJP President B Y Vijayendra has urged the state government to consider Tumakuru instead of Kanakapura as the location for Bengaluru’s proposed second international airport. He argued that the move would promote balanced regional development, improve access for people across the state, and reduce pressure on Bengaluru’s infrastructure. Vijayendra also raised concerns over environmental impact, allegations of real estate-driven decision-making, and called for wider consultation with legislators before the government finalises the airport site.Read more
21 Jul 2026
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has filed a chargesheet against Ozone Urbana Infra Developers Pvt Ltd and one of its directors in connection with an alleged homebuyers' fraud linked to a housing project in Bengaluru. The agency has accused the company of misleading buyers and investors through false assurances and deceptive promises to secure financial gains, causing losses to homebuyers. The case forms part of a larger Supreme Court-monitored investigation into alleged builder-banker nexus cases involving diversion of homebuyers' funds and financial irregularities across multiple real estate projects in the country.Read more
19 Jul 2026
SNN Raj Corp has launched SNN Raj Bay Vista, a premium residential project on Kodichikkanahalli Main Road in Bilekahalli, South Bengaluru. Spread across approximately 4.5 acres, the development comprises 234 apartments across three towers, offering two to five-bedroom homes ranging from approximately 1,235 sq ft to 4,719 sq ft. The project introduces a "Work from Nature" concept, integrating outdoor workspaces with landscaped open areas. More than 70% of the project area has been earmarked as open space, alongside over 30 lifestyle amenities. Located within the BTM Layout micro-market, the development offers connectivity to key employment centres including Electronic City, Koramangala and JP Nagar, while benefiting from established social infrastructure and planned transport upgrades in the surrounding area.Read more
16 Jul 2026
Bengaluru, India's largest office market, recorded a 21% year-on-year decline in gross office leasing during the first half of 2026, as corporates delayed leasing decisions amid geopolitical uncertainty and AI-led business transformation, according to JLL India. The city leased 9.37 million sq ft of office space between January and June, compared with 11.79 million sq ft a year earlier. Across the seven major office markets, gross leasing declined 4% to 37.90 million sq ft. While Bengaluru, Delhi-NCR and Kolkata registered lower leasing volumes, Mumbai, Pune, Hyderabad and Chennai posted growth. JLL said Global Capability Centres (GCCs) remained the principal driver of demand, accounting for 41.7% of total leasing activity, while co-working operators achieved record absorption, reflecting continued demand for flexible office space from domestic and multinational occupiers.Read more
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