02 Dec 2025

Hyderabad's Neopolis witnessed a record land transaction during HMDA's latest e-auction, where a 4.03-acre plot was sold for INR 151.25 crore per acre, totalling around INR 609 crore. A second 5.03-acre parcel fetched INR 147.75 crore per acre, bringing the day's combined proceeds to INR 1,352 crore. With earlier auctions held this past week, HMDA's total collections from Neopolis have reached INR 2,708 crore. The strong bidding reflects rising developer interest in the area, backed by its location advantages and demand for large-scale development parcels.Read more

01 Dec 2025

Godrej Properties has acquired a 5-acre land parcel in Kokapet, Hyderabad, through an HMDA e-auction and plans a premium residential project with a saleable area of 2.5 million sq ft and revenue potential of INR 4,150 crore. This follows a previous acquisition in Kukatpally and the launch of two projects that have sold INR 2,600 crore worth of properties this year. The company is actively expanding in high-potential cities through strategic acquisitions and joint development agreements, recording strong sales growth and targeting INR 32,500 crore in bookings for this fiscal.Read more

27 Nov 2025

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi inaugurated the Safran Aircraft Engine Services India (SAESI) facility in Hyderabad, which will be operational in 2026. With an initial investment of INR 1,300 crore, the facility is designed to service LEAP engines used in Airbus A320neo and Boeing 737 MAX aircraft. It will employ over 1,000 skilled Indian technicians and engineers and handle up to 300 engines annually. The initiative aims to strengthen India's indigenous MRO capabilities, reduce foreign exchange outflows, support the rapidly growing aviation sector, and position the country as a global aviation hub.Read more

25 Nov 2025

South Central Railway (SCR) is working on a long-term plan to expand Hyderabad's rail network by building three major terminals at Nagalapalli, Jukal and Dabilpur. These terminals are linked to the Regional Ring Rail (RRR) project, estimated at INR 26,000 crore and planned to run around 392-420 km while connecting several surrounding districts. The upcoming facilities are intended to ease pressure on busy stations like Secunderabad, Kacheguda and Hyderabad. They will also support future passenger growth, long-distance travel and expanded MMTS services in the region.Read more

23 Nov 2025

The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) has launched a logistics training centre at the National Skill Training Institute in Hyderabad to meet rising workforce requirements in the logistics industry. The centre includes simulation labs for truck-driving, warehouse activities and forklift operations, supported by a curriculum created with the Logistics Sector Skill Council and industry partners. The model builds on a pilot that began in Chennai in January 2024. The initiative is part of MSDE's broader plan to strengthen sector-specific training in line with the National Logistics Policy and PM Gati Shakti.Read more

17 Nov 2025

The Telangana High Court has allowed the Hyderabad Metropolitan Development Authority (HMDA) to proceed with the e-auction of 4.19 acres of Budwel land in Rajendranagar, which had been set aside earlier this year. The division bench suspended the single-judge order that had favoured private claimants, directing the Rangareddy district collector to decide on ownership claims by mid-December. While HMDA can continue with the auction, it cannot declare the highest bidder until after December 31. The case has been scheduled for its next hearing in January 2026.Read more

09 Nov 2025

Earlier this week, the Economic Offences Wing in Hyderabad registered a case against a Jubilee Hills-based construction company for allegedly defrauding nine flat buyers of a total of INR 4.41 crore. The complainants stated they were promised homes in Tellapur under a special pre-launch offer that included assured buy-back, but neither approvals nor construction ever materialised. The company had even conducted a symbolic ground-breaking event two years ago, yet no development followed. When the project was cancelled, buyers demanded refunds.Read more

08 Nov 2025

The Hyderabad Metropolitan Development Authority (HMDA) enforcement wing, HYDRAA, carried out the demolition of a five-storey residential building located in Miyapur after it was found to have been built illegally on government land. The developers, Bhanu Constructions, had purchased a plot within an approved layout but encroached onto additional HMDA property using falsified Layout Regularisation Scheme (LRS) documents and a forged demand draft. Following an inspection that confirmed the violations, HYDRAA executed the demolition and filed a first-information report with the local police against the developers involved.Read more

05 Nov 2025

HYDRAA has taken decisive action to curb land misuse in Hyderabad after investigating public complaints received via the Prajavani platform. Commissioner A.V. Ranganath confirmed that in Hastinapuram North Extension Colony (Karmanghat village), a 1.27-acre park area from an approved layout had been illegally sold as plots; the agency removed the encroachments, fenced the land, and installed ownership boards. In Subhash Nagar (Chandanagar circle), a 700 sq yd plot reserved for public amenities was also reclaimed and fenced. HYDRAA urged citizens to continue reporting such violations through Prajavani, highlighting that public participation and swift enforcement are key to safeguarding Hyderabad's community land and public assets.Read more

14 Oct 2025

The Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TGSRTC) is preparing to build dedicated electric vehicle (EV) depots across Greater Hyderabad to support 2,800 electric buses over the next three years. Each depot will feature charging stations and high-tension power connections, with the total estimated cost of INR 392 crore. To fund the initiative, a green fee of INR 5-10 per ticket is being planned, expected to generate about INR 110 crore annually. Currently, TGSRTC operates 265 electric buses and plans to add 275 more soon. This transition aims to significantly reduce air and noise pollution in the city.Read more

08 Oct 2025

Prestige Group has set a new benchmark in Hyderabad's real estate market by acquiring an 11-acre plot in Knowledge City for INR 1,556.5 crore through a Telangana government auction. Located in Raidurg, near HITEC City and Gachibowli, the land is ideally positioned for premium office development. The auction, which raised INR 3,135 crore in total, saw strong participation from major investors, reflecting Hyderabad's rise as a global business hub. Prestige plans to expand its office portfolio to 30 million sq. ft. by 2028, aiming for INR 3,200 crore in annual rental income. This acquisition strengthens its position in India's fast-growing commercial real estate landscape.Read more

29 Sep 2025

The Telangana government has agreed to acquire Phase-I of the Hyderabad Metro Rail project from L&T Metro Rail Hyderabad Ltd (LTMRHL) in a INR 15,000 crore deal. This includes assuming INR 13,000 crore of LTMRHL's debt and paying INR 2,000 crore for L&T's equity stake. L&T's decision to exit follows financial challenges and operational difficulties. The state aims to expedite approval for Phase-II by the Government of India through this acquisition.Read more

24 Sep 2025

The Hyderabad Disaster Response and Asset Protection Agency (HYDRAA) has reclaimed over 300 acres of government land in Gajularamaram, Quthbullapur, valued at INR 15,000 crore. Originally owned by the Andhra Pradesh State Finance Corporation, the land was transferred to Telangana after bifurcation. Following public complaints, HYDRAA cleared unauthorised constructions-demolishing incomplete, fraudulent structures while sparing occupied homes of poor families-and fenced the land to prevent further encroachment. Investigations revealed land-grabbers had illegally sold small plots using fake documents, often with political collusion. Legal cases have been filed against the perpetrators. The action signals a firm stance against encroachment while safeguarding vulnerable households.Read more

16 Sep 2025

L&T is planning to sell over 90 per cent of its Hyderabad Metro stake to the Telangana or Central Government through a new SPV due to ongoing operational and financial difficulties. Delays in government support, property acquisition, alignment changes, and COVID-19 impacts have increased losses and cost overruns. Revenues declined by 21 per cent in 2024-25, while losses rose 13 per cent. Previous claims against the state reached INR 5,000 crore. L&T has also stated that it cannot participate in the upcoming Phase II-A and II-B expansions due to these financial and operational challenges.Read more

05 Sep 2025

The Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) earned INR 759.98 crore from building permissions and occupancy certificates in the five months from April to August 2025, reflecting a 90% rise over the same period last year. The growth was driven by 4,389 building permissions and 1,008 occupancy certificates, facilitated through instant registration, instant approval, and single-window systems.Read more

03 Sep 2025

Apple has leased 64,125 sq ft of additional office space in Hyderabad's WaveRock Tower, strengthening its presence in the city. The lease, signed for five years, involves a monthly rent of INR 80.15 lakh with a structured warm shell and fit-out rental model. Apple has also deposited INR 4.8 crore as security, with a yearly escalation clause of 4.77%. The agreement includes parking provisions and a three-year lock-in period. With this expansion, Apple now occupies more than 5 lakh sq ft at the WaveRock campus, continuing its growth in India after recent expansions in Bengaluru.Read more

26 Aug 2025

Microsoft India (R&D) has secured a significant office lease in Hyderabad's financial district, occupying 264,000 square feet at Phoenix Centaurus. The five-year agreement, effective from July 2025, involves a base rent of INR 1.77 crore per month, escalating annually by 4.8%. The total monthly outgo, including additional expenses, amounts to INR 5.4 crore. This expansion underscores Microsoft's commitment to enhancing its research and development capabilities in India, particularly in Hyderabad's thriving tech ecosystem.Read more

25 Aug 2025

The Hyderabad Metropolitan Development Authority (HMDA) is set to auction 93 prime plots across Hyderabad from September 17 to 19. The plots are located in areas including Bachupally, Turkayamjal, Kokapet, Poppalguda, Chandanagar, Bairagiguda, Gandi Maisamma, Suraram, and Medipally. The upset prices range from INR 35,000 to INR 1.75 lakh per square yard. The proceeds from the auction will fund key infrastructure projects, including two elevated corridors and a greenfield radial road in Future City.Read more

22 Aug 2025

The Hyderabad Disaster Response and Asset Protection Agency (HYDRAA) has reclaimed 16,000 sq yards of prime government land worth about INR 400 crore in Madhapur, near the Hitex arch. The land, encroached for over a decade, included parks and road areas from a 22.2-acre layout approved in 1995 and later regularized. Acting on citizen complaints via its Prajavani platform, HYDRAA cleared illegal structures, including a restaurant and hoardings, freeing two public parks, 5,000 sq yards of road, and additional government land. Fencing and signage have been installed to prevent re-encroachment, while a police case has been filed against the main offender.Read more

21 Aug 2025

Godrej Properties has acquired around 7.82 acres of land in Kukatpally, Hyderabad, for nearly INR 550 crore through an e-auction held by the Telangana Housing Board. The company will develop a housing project on this site, with an estimated revenue potential of INR 3,800 crore. Industry observers note that the price per acre achieved in this auction is significantly higher than recent sales in the same locality, reflecting rising demand. With this move, Godrej strengthens its growing presence in Hyderabad's residential market.Read more