23 Jul 2026

The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has completed a key construction milestone on the 13.9-km Elevated Eastern Freeway Extension (EFE) by successfully installing two 59-metre-long main trusses of a segment launcher over the Eastern Express Highway. The operation, completed within a four-hour traffic block, marks the beginning of the superstructure construction phase. The six-lane elevated corridor will connect Anand Nagar in Thane with Chheda Nagar in Ghatkopar and is expected to reduce travel time between South Mumbai and Thane to around 20–25 minutes after completion.Read more

23 Jul 2026

Actor John Abraham has acquired a century-old bungalow in Mumbai's Bandra for approximately INR 84 crore, adding another landmark property to the city's premium residential market. The heritage home, located in one of Bandra's most sought-after neighbourhoods, will be retained in its existing form, with no redevelopment planned. The transaction reflects the growing appeal of standalone heritage residences among high-net-worth buyers, even as redevelopment continues to dominate Mumbai's residential landscape.Read more

Mumbai News Desk

23 Jul 2026

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has constituted an expert committee to review the planning, design and execution of major flyover and bridge projects following concerns raised over the recently opened extension of the Mrinaltai Gore Flyover in Goregaon. The panel will examine engineering practices, project approvals and construction standards to identify shortcomings and recommend corrective measures. The exercise is intended to strengthen quality control, improve project execution and minimise delays and design-related issues in future infrastructure works across Mumbai.Read more

22 Jul 2026

The Mumbai Port Authority (MbPA) has intensified its efforts to recover nearly INR 3,500 crore in unpaid lease rentals from eight major defaulting entities occupying port land on Mumbai's eastern waterfront. The authority has appointed senior legal officials and leading law firms to pursue recoveries and plans to initiate criminal action against unauthorised occupants. MbPA said the unpaid dues are affecting funding for key waterfront redevelopment and maritime infrastructure projects under its long-term master plan, while urging tenants to clear their outstanding liabilities.Read more

Mumbai News Desk

22 Jul 2026

The Maharashtra government has approved INR 45 crore for an eco-tourism and bird park project at Bhandup, to be developed along the Thane Creek shoreline within the Ramsar-designated Thane Creek Flamingo Sanctuary. Mumbai Suburban Guardian Minister Ashish Shelar inspected the proposed site and said the project will feature India's first AI-powered bird detection and monitoring system at an eco-tourism destination, alongside a mangrove nature trail, observation towers and a nature interpretation centre. The project has already secured clearances from multiple state and central authorities and is expected to be developed with minimal disturbance to the surrounding ecology.Read more

Mumbai News Desk

22 Jul 2026

The directors of Mumbai-based luxury developer Notandas Realty, Mahesh Jagwani and Harsh Jagwani, have acquired the heritage Villa Wilson bungalow in Juhu for INR 135 crore, marking the company's second high-profile bungalow purchase in the suburb this year. Spread across a plot of about 1,038.5 square metres with a future developable area of roughly 11,836.94 square metres, the property was previously owned by the Wilson family for more than five decades. The company plans to develop a luxury residential project on the site with a projected gross development value of INR 600 crore.Read more

21 Jul 2026

The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has recorded 23% physical progress on the Kasheli Metro Depot, the operations and maintenance hub for Metro Line 5 connecting Thane, Bhiwandi, Kalyan and Ulhasnagar. Spread across nearly 27 hectares, the depot is being developed in phases to support early testing and commissioning of the metro corridor. The project will house train stabling, inspection, maintenance and administrative facilities, while advanced ground improvement techniques are being used to address challenging soil conditions and ensure long-term structural stability. Once operational, it will become the technical backbone of Metro Line 5.Read more

Mumbai News Desk

21 Jul 2026

A Mumbai sessions court has granted anticipatory bail to businessman Lokesh Jain, a partner at M/s Bhumika Transport, in connection with the alleged INR 65 crore Mithi river desilting scam. The court observed that police had not arrested Jain despite the case being registered in May 2025, and noted that the documents in question had already been seized from officials of the BMC's Storm Water Drains department. The prosecution had alleged that Jain, along with co-accused, conspired to cause wrongful loss to the civic body through forged log sheets and inflated machine hire arrangements during desilting work carried out between 2023 and 2025.Read more

21 Jul 2026

MMRDA has approved direct Foot Over Bridge (FOB) connectivity between a Metro Line 4 station and the Godrej commercial campus in Vikhroli as part of its initiative to strengthen last-mile connectivity across Mumbai's Metro network. The project is expected to improve commuter convenience, enhance pedestrian safety and encourage higher Metro ridership. Under MMRDA's policy, private developers bear the construction cost and pay a one-time development fee along with supervision charges. Following the Oberoi Mall connection on Metro Line 7, MMRDA is also evaluating similar proposals, including one for Bharat Diamond Bourse.Read more

Mumbai News Desk

21 Jul 2026

Ajmera Realty & Infra India reported a 35% year-on-year increase in sales value to INR 146 crore for the first quarter of FY27, driven by sustained demand across its residential projects in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region. Customer collections stood at INR 173 crore, while sales volume declined amid a lower number of project launches during the quarter. The company said it remains focused on expanding its development pipeline and achieving its FY27 sales guidance through upcoming launches across key micro-markets.Read more

Mumbai News Desk

21 Jul 2026

• Western Railway (WR) has approached the Ministry of Defence seeking around 48 hectares of defence land in Kandivali to develop a new mega railway terminus aimed at easing congestion at Mumbai Central, Bandra Terminus and other existing stations.
• The proposed terminus is planned to handle long-distance trains originating from and terminating in Mumbai, while improving passenger distribution across the suburban rail network.
• Railway officials have proposed a land exchange, offering an equivalent parcel of railway land to the defence authorities, and discussions between the two sides are currently underway.
• If approved, the project is expected to strengthen Mumbai's railway infrastructure, support future passenger growth and improve connectivity in the city's northern suburbs.Read more

19 Jul 2026

Mumbai-based Pranav Constructions Private Limited (PCPL) has delivered more than 14 lakh sq. ft of redeveloped residential space across the city as of March 2026 and has outlined a future pipeline exceeding 21 lakh sq. ft. The developer has completed 28 redevelopment projects, benefiting over 2,450 families, while expanding beyond its traditional presence in Mumbai's western suburbs into neighbourhoods including Santacruz, Bandra, Andheri, Mahim and Matunga. PCPL currently has 20 redevelopment projects under construction and plans to add 18 more developments across western Mumbai and South Mumbai as it strengthens its presence in key urban redevelopment markets.Read more

19 Jul 2026

Paradigm Realty Group has secured an institutional investment of INR 100 crore from Arnya RealEstates Fund for its residential project, 71 Midtown, in Chembur, Mumbai. The capital will be used to fund the completion of Phase 1 and Phase 2 of the approximately 4.5-acre development. Located near Sindhi Society, the project comprises one and two-bedroom apartments and benefits from connectivity to Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC) and other commercial hubs. The structured investment is aligned with the project's construction and completion schedule and is intended to support execution and delivery. Paradigm Realty has completed 13 residential projects over the past 11 years, delivering more than 3.6 million sq ft of real estate. The company currently has six ongoing developments with around 4 million sq ft under construction across Mumbai.Read more

19 Jul 2026

Mumbai's Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC) is set to enter a new phase of commercial office expansion, with approximately 6.5 million sq ft of Grade A office space expected to be added between 2026 and 2029, according to JLL. The upcoming supply will increase the district's Grade A office stock from 20.4 million sq ft in 2026 to 26.9 million sq ft by 2029. The expansion follows a sustained period of strong occupier demand, during which vacancy levels declined from 17% in 2021 to 5.8% in 2025. Several large commercial developments, including Sumitomo BKC, 12 Pegasus, Prestige 101 Tower X, Alpha and Labdhi BKC Edge, are scheduled for completion over the next four years, supporting BKC's continued position as one of India's leading office markets.Read more

18 Jul 2026

Mumbai's Eastern Suburbs are witnessing parallel growth in residential and commercial real estate, supported by infrastructure upgrades, decentralised office demand and continued developer investment. Covering micro-markets such as Chembur, Ghatkopar, Vikhroli, Kanjurmarg and Bhandup, the corridor is attracting occupiers seeking alternatives to established business districts including Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC), Lower Parel and Powai. According to CBRE, Mumbai recorded around 9.8 million sq ft of gross office leasing in 2025, while reports by Knight Frank India and ANAROCK indicate sustained residential demand in infrastructure-led suburban markets. Improved connectivity through the Eastern Freeway, Santacruz-Chembur Link Road, Eastern Express Highway, Mumbai Monorail and the upcoming Metro Line 2B is supporting this transition, with developers increasing investments across residential, commercial and mixed-use projects in the region.Read more

18 Jul 2026

Alliance City Developers Realtors Pvt. Ltd. has announced that its luxury residential redevelopment project, Alliance Sea Breeze, in Santacruz West, Mumbai, has entered the final stage of construction, with possession targeted by the end of 2026. Launched in October 2024, the nine-storey project comprises four-bedroom residences and has been constructed using Mivan (aluminium formwork) technology, a system more commonly adopted in large-scale high-rise developments. Located on East Cross Lane, the redevelopment project offers connectivity to Santacruz railway station, the domestic airport and key commercial and social infrastructure. The developer said the project forms part of its broader redevelopment portfolio across Mumbai. Since its inception in 2010, Alliance City Developers has undertaken 19 redevelopment projects, completed 14 developments and delivered more than 1.2 million sq ft of residential space to over 700 families.Read more