30 Jun 2026

The Maharashtra Coastal Zone Management Authority (MCZMA) has granted coastal clearance for the redevelopment of a sea-facing residential property owned by actor Salman Khan's mother, Salma Khan, in Bandra (West), Mumbai. The project, which had already received the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation's (BMC) Intimation of Disapproval (IOD) last year, proposes a ground-plus-stilt-plus-six-storey residential building with a total built-up area of 1,014.11 square metres. The approval comes with conditions requiring the redevelopment to retain the existing land use and remain within the permissible Floor Space Index (FSI) limits under applicable planning regulations.Read more

19 Jun 2026

Essel Group Chairman Subhash Chandra has sold a nearly three-acre bungalow on Bhagwan Das Road in New Delhi’s Lutyens’ Bungalow Zone (LBZ) for INR 1,260 crore, according to sources familiar with the transaction. The property has been acquired by a Delhi-based business family, though the buyer’s identity has not been disclosed. The transaction, expected to be completed by early December, ranks among the highest-value residential property deals reported in India in recent years. Chandra had acquired the property in 2015 for INR 304 crore, reflecting a more than fourfold increase in value over the past decade. The deal highlights sustained demand for trophy residential assets in Lutyens’ Delhi, one of the country’s most expensive and tightly held real estate markets.Read more

Mumbai News Desk

18 Jun 2026

Actor Kalki Koechlin has sold a 1,230 sq ft apartment in Andheri West, Mumbai, for INR 2.55 crore, according to property registration documents reviewed by real estate data platforms. The transaction reflects continued activity in Mumbai's western suburban housing market, where average residential prices in Andheri West have risen by about 6.8 per cent year-on-year to around INR 29,000 per sq ft. The apartment forms part of a residential development in one of the city's established residential and commercial micro-markets.Read more

17 Jun 2026

Ace investor Madhusudan Murlidhar Kela has purchased a 6,233 sq ft ultra-luxury apartment for approximately INR 121 crore in DLF’s under-construction residential project, The Dahlias, at DLF Phase 5, Gurugram. The sale agreement was registered earlier this year, according to CRE Matrix. The transaction comes as DLF continues strong sales momentum at its 17-acre super-luxury development, which has a revenue potential of around INR 40,000 crore and has already recorded apartment sales worth INR 18,562 crore.Read more

Mumbai News Desk

16 Jun 2026

Kriti Sanon, along with her mother Geeta Sanon and sister Nupur Sanon, has sold four apartments in Mumbai’s Andheri West for a combined INR 8.9 crore, according to property registration records. The transactions involve residential units purchased in 2020 and sold in June 2026, generating substantial capital appreciation over the holding period. The deals highlight the sustained strength of Mumbai’s premium residential market, particularly in established western suburban locations where property values have witnessed significant growth despite fluctuations in the broader real estate cycle.Read more

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Ceigall India has signed a power purchase agreement through its wholly owned subsidiary for a 220 MW solar and battery energy storage system (BESS) project at Morena Solar Park in Madhya Pradesh. The project, valued at around INR 1,700 crore including GST, has been awarded by Rewa Ultra Mega Solar Ltd. It will be developed over 18 months and operated for 25 years at a discovered tariff of INR 2.70 per kWh. The project marks Ceigall India's continued expansion into the renewable energy sector alongside its core infrastructure business.Read more

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Waaree Solar Americas, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Waaree Energies, has secured a 236.22 MW utility-scale solar module supply contract for a major solar project in Flemingsburg, Kentucky. The modules will be manufactured at the company's facility in Brookshire, Texas, strengthening Waaree's presence in the US market. While the company did not disclose the value of the contract, the latest order adds to its growing international order book and reflects its continued focus on supplying domestically manufactured solar modules to support clean energy projects in the United States.Read more

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Haryana and Rajasthan have signed an agreement for the Yamuna Water Project to implement a long-pending drinking water supply initiative. The project will transport Rajasthan's allocated share of Yamuna water through underground pipelines, benefiting districts in both states. The agreement defines water allocation, cost-sharing, operations and maintenance, and dispute resolution mechanisms. It aims to improve water availability, support groundwater recharge through storage structures, and enable coordinated implementation with support from the Central Government.Read more

02 Jul 2026

Delhi International Airport handled 7.5 million domestic-to-international transfer passengers during FY2025-26, reinforcing its position as India's largest aviation hub. Airport operator Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL) attributed the growth to expanded airline connectivity, integrated terminal operations and improved transfer infrastructure. Domestic transfers remained the largest segment, while international connecting traffic also increased steadily. The figures highlight Delhi Airport's growing role in strengthening India's aviation infrastructure, regional connectivity and international passenger transit network.Read more

02 Jul 2026

The Union Territory of Ladakh has begun work on India’s first Petroglyph Conservation Park at Sindhu Ghat in Leh to preserve centuries-old rock carvings threatened by development and natural degradation. The project will relocate vulnerable petroglyphs from across Ladakh to a dedicated conservation site, while promoting research, public awareness and heritage tourism. The initiative also includes collaboration between the Archaeological Survey of India and the Ladakh administration to strengthen long-term preservation of the region’s archaeological heritage.Read more

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• Haryana RERA and UP-RERA have approved real estate projects worth over INR 35,000 crore, strengthening the development pipeline in both states.
• Haryana RERA's Gurugram bench cleared 51 projects, while UP-RERA approved 14 projects spread across seven districts.
• The approvals will add more than 20,000 residential, commercial and industrial units, boosting housing supply and planned urban development.
• Both regulators continue to tighten project scrutiny, improve transparency and speed up grievance redressal to protect homebuyers.Read more

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The Union Cabinet has approved two major highway infrastructure projects in Delhi and Uttar Pradesh with a combined investment of around INR 14,115 crore. The projects include a six-lane tunnel connecting Dwarka Expressway to Nelson Mandela Marg in Delhi and a new access-controlled highway section between Kanpur and Kabrai in Uttar Pradesh. The projects are aimed at improving regional connectivity, reducing travel time, easing traffic congestion, and strengthening the National Highway network as the Centre continues to invest in transport infrastructure across the country.Read more

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The Chandigarh Housing Board (CHB) has asked allottees to verify their outstanding dues through its online portal to improve transparency and facilitate timely payments. The initiative allows property owners to access updated financial details, including pending instalments, interest and other charges, before making payments. The board said the online verification system is intended to simplify the payment process, reduce disputes over dues and strengthen digital service delivery for residents across its housing schemes.Read more

02 Jul 2026

Authorities in Raipur demolished 77 houses during an anti-encroachment drive in Nakti village near Swami Vivekananda Airport earlier this week, prompting protests from residents who claimed several homes had been built under government housing schemes and stood on ancestral land. The operation, undertaken jointly by the revenue department and the Raipur Municipal Corporation, cleared nearly nine hectares of government land that officials alleged had been under illegal occupation for years. While the administration said due legal procedures had been followed and rehabilitation had been arranged in Nava Raipur, villagers disputed the ownership claim, alleging the land was common grazing land recorded in their forefathers' names and questioning the demolition of houses constructed under state-backed housing programmes.Read more

Mumbai News Desk

02 Jul 2026

A 51-year-old pedestrian died after a third-floor balcony of a MHADA cessed building collapsed in Walkeshwar, South Mumbai, amid the monsoon. The incident has renewed concerns over the structural condition of ageing cessed buildings and the pace of repairs and redevelopment. Civic authorities have launched an investigation, while the tragedy has drawn attention to the risks posed by deteriorating building infrastructure during the rainy season.Read more

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India's household debt rose to 45.5% of the country's gross domestic product (GDP) as of March 2026, driven primarily by growth in non-housing retail loans, according to the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) latest Financial Stability Report (FSR). Non-housing retail loans accounted for 58.4% of total household borrowings, continuing to outpace housing, agriculture and business loans. While household leverage has increased beyond its five-year average, the RBI noted an improvement in borrower quality, with a larger share of credit held by prime-rated borrowers. The report also highlighted a shift in housing finance towards higher-value loans, while non-performing housing loans continued to decline.Read more

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Bengaluru recorded a marginal 1% year-on-year increase in housing sales during the April–June quarter, with 15,285 residential units sold despite an 8% rise in average property prices, according to Anarock. The city outperformed the seven major Indian residential markets, where overall sales declined 6% amid global uncertainties. New housing launches in Bengaluru surged 41% to 21,670 units, with nearly 96% of the supply concentrated in the premium and luxury segments priced at INR 80 lakh and above. The increase in project launches helped sustain demand, although it also pushed unsold inventory to 79,180 units by the end of the quarter.Read more

02 Jul 2026

• APSEZ and the Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) Group have signed binding agreements worth USD 1.4 billion to expand their long-standing partnership in India's ports and logistics sector.
• As part of the deal, MSC will acquire a 50% stake in Adani Ennore Container Terminal Pvt. Ltd. (AECTPL), strengthening collaboration in container terminal operations.
• The two companies will also establish a 50:50 joint venture to develop and operate the North Tug Berth container terminal at Nhava Sheva, enhancing container handling capacity at one of India's busiest ports.
• The partnership is expected to improve port infrastructure, boost operational efficiency, support growing maritime trade and reinforce India's position as a major global logistics and shipping hub.Read more

02 Jul 2026

Property registrations in Mumbai increased 16% year-on-year to 13,413 units in June, marking the highest level recorded for the month in the past 14 years, according to Knight Frank India. The registrations, based on data from the Maharashtra Department of Registrations and Stamps, cover transactions in both the primary and secondary property markets within the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) limits. The strong performance comes despite a high base in the corresponding period last year, when 11,599 properties were registered. Knight Frank attributed the growth to sustained end-user demand and continued confidence among homebuyers, reflecting the resilience of Mumbai's residential market.Read more

02 Jul 2026

Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd. (BPCL) will acquire a 40% stake in Tiki Tar and Shell India Private Ltd. (TTSIPL) for INR 85 crore to strengthen its presence in the value-added bitumen segment. The acquisition, approved by the Department of Investment and Public Asset Management (DIPAM), will enable BPCL to offer specialised bitumen products used in highways, airports and urban infrastructure projects. The company expects the partnership to support growing demand for advanced road construction materials driven by India's expanding infrastructure pipeline.Read more

02 Jul 2026

Prestige Group has signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) with HSBC to develop a new integrated office campus at Prestige JRC Signature Towers on Bengaluru's Outer Ring Road. Under the proposed 20-year arrangement, HSBC will occupy around 1.2 million sq ft across two office towers, reflecting sustained demand for premium office space in India's leading commercial markets. The project, which is currently under construction and expected to be completed by October next year, is subject to definitive agreements and regulatory approvals. The move also strengthens Bengaluru's position as a preferred destination for global capability centres (GCCs).Read more

02 Jul 2026

• Godrej Properties has acquired a 47-acre land parcel in South Chennai through an outright purchase, expanding its residential development portfolio in one of the city's fastest-growing corridors.
• The project will primarily comprise plotted residential developments with an estimated developable potential of 1.2 million sq ft and a revenue potential of around 500 crore.
• Located off Old Mahabalipuram Road (OMR), the site offers connectivity to major employment hubs, including SIPCOT and the Siruseri IT corridor, along with established social infrastructure.
• The acquisition aligns with Godrej Properties' strategy of expanding in high-growth residential markets by developing well-planned communities in locations driven by infrastructure growth and sustained housing demand.Read more

01 Jul 2026

Kalpataru Projects International Ltd (KPIL) and its international subsidiaries have secured new orders worth INR 2,957 crore across the transmission and distribution (T&D), buildings and factories, and water business segments. The contracts cover power transmission projects in India and overseas, building and factory developments in India, and a water infrastructure project in the Middle East secured through a joint venture or consortium. The latest order book also marks KPIL's strategic entry into the Middle East water sector. The company said the diversified order inflows strengthen its business pipeline and support its growth outlook for FY26–27 across domestic and international markets.Read more

01 Jul 2026

Embassy Office Parks REIT has expanded its hospitality portfolio with the opening of a 211-room Hilton Garden Inn at Embassy TechVillage on Bengaluru's Outer Ring Road. The hotel has been developed to cater to the growing accommodation needs of business travellers visiting the integrated office park. The addition strengthens Embassy REIT's hospitality presence while also expanding Hilton's footprint in Bengaluru. Embassy REIT continues to diversify its portfolio beyond office assets with operational hotels, upcoming hospitality projects and renewable energy infrastructure across key commercial markets in India.Read more

01 Jul 2026

• Reliance Industries' entry into the redevelopment of Mumbai's 101-acre Juhu Galli slum cluster has renewed optimism among residents after years of stalled rehabilitation efforts.
• The project is expected to provide more than 28,000 rehabilitation homes while transforming one of Mumbai's largest informal settlements into an integrated urban neighbourhood.
• Despite renewed confidence following the selection of a financially strong developer, residents remain cautious about execution timelines, transit arrangements and timely rehabilitation.
• The redevelopment marks a significant shift in Mumbai's housing sector, with large corporate groups increasingly participating in complex slum renewal projects under Maharashtra's cluster redevelopment policy.Read more

02 Jul 2026

RITES Ltd. and Container Corporation of India (CONCOR) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on Project Management Consultancy (PMC) services for logistics infrastructure projects across India. Under the agreement, RITES will provide end-to-end consultancy services from feasibility studies and detailed project reports to engineering, project supervision, quality assurance and construction management for projects entrusted by CONCOR. The partnership will support the development of multimodal logistics parks, inland container depots, rail-linked terminals, warehouses and allied infrastructure. By combining their expertise, the two Navratna public sector enterprises aim to accelerate project execution, strengthen multimodal connectivity and improve the efficiency of India's logistics network.Read more

26 Jun 2026

• Logistics major Delhivery has expanded its green mobility initiative by integrating 1,500 electric cargo vehicles into its last-mile delivery operations.
• The electric fleet has been developed in collaboration with Bajaj Auto, marking a push toward cleaner and more efficient urban logistics solutions.
• The move is aimed at reducing carbon emissions, lowering fuel dependency, and improving cost efficiency in high-frequency delivery routes.
• This expansion reflects a broader industry shift toward electrification in e-commerce logistics and sustainable supply chain practices in India.Read more

24 Jun 2026

Telangana is increasing its agricultural warehousing capacity to accommodate rising crop production and procurement volumes across the state. The initiative includes the construction of new godowns and expansion of existing storage infrastructure to strengthen post-harvest logistics and commodity handling. Driven by higher agricultural output and expanding irrigation coverage, the programme aims to improve storage management and support procurement operations. State authorities view warehousing infrastructure as a key component of the agricultural supply chain and rural logistics network.Read more

22 Jun 2026

• Blue Dart Aviation plans to strengthen its cargo network by expanding operations across five emerging logistics centres in India.
• The company is targeting sectors such as electronics, pharmaceuticals, engineering goods and e-commerce that require time-sensitive transportation.
• The expansion aligns with Blue Dart Aviation's completion of 30 years of aviation operations and its strategy to deepen domestic air cargo connectivity.
• Enhanced network coverage is expected to improve cargo movement between metropolitan markets and fast-growing industrial and consumption centres.Read more

21 Jun 2026

KSH Integrated Logistics Pvt. Ltd. has entered the Eastern India market with the launch of a 60,000 sq. ft. Grade-A warehousing facility in Kolkata. The multi-client warehouse has been developed to support businesses operating across Eastern and North-Eastern India, particularly in sectors such as FMCG, FMCD and fintech. The facility offers warehousing, transportation and value-added logistics services, supported by technology-driven inventory and transportation management systems. KSH said the warehouse is expected to create more than 100 direct and indirect employment opportunities while strengthening supply chain infrastructure in the region. The launch marks the company's first logistics facility in Eastern India and forms part of its broader strategy to expand its national warehousing and distribution network.Read more

01 Jul 2026

• The Chandigarh Administration has officially permitted the use of eligible residential properties as Bed & Breakfast establishments under a newly notified tourism policy.
• The initiative aims to promote affordable homestay accommodation, strengthen the city's tourism ecosystem and provide homeowners with an additional source of income.
• Only owner-occupied residential properties measuring at least 500 square yards will be eligible, subject to registration and compliance with prescribed conditions.
• Applicants must obtain all required permissions and No Objection Certificates (NOCs) before commencing operations under the policy.Read more

30 Jun 2026

Real estate developer Omaxe Ltd has announced its entry into the organised hospitality sector with plans to invest INR 6,200 crore over the next four to five years to develop 19 hotels across five states. The projects, spanning nearly 5 million sq ft, will be integrated with the company's townships, mixed-use developments and commercial projects. Uttar Pradesh will account for the majority of the portfolio with 12 hotels, including developments in Ayodhya, Vrindavan and Lucknow. Omaxe will partner with established hospitality operators to manage the hotels, with one of the flagship projects being a 158-key Gateway Hotel by IHCL at The Omaxe State in Dwarka, New Delhi.Read more

30 Jun 2026

ITC Hotels Ltd has signed a management agreement with Shyam Group Hotel and Resort to operate a 101-key Welcomhotel in the Karai area of Gandhinagar, strengthening its presence in Gujarat's hospitality market. Set across a nine-acre site, the hotel will feature guestrooms, multiple dining outlets, banquet facilities and landscaped event lawns, targeting business travellers, weddings, social events and the MICE segment. Strategically located between Gandhinagar and Ahmedabad, with connectivity to Ahmedabad Airport and GIFT City, the property forms part of ITC Hotels' expansion strategy in high-growth markets. The hotel is expected to commence operations later this year.Read more

28 Jun 2026

M3M 65th Avenue organised YOG-A-FAIR, a wellness-focused event marking International Yoga Day at its mixed-use development in Sector 65, Gurugram. Curated by Drivefitt and powered by GURKHA, the event brought together residents, fitness enthusiasts and visitors for a series of activities centred on physical and mental well-being. The programme featured a sunrise yoga session led by actor and fitness expert Abigail Pande, along with sound healing sessions, recovery zones, nutrition-focused offerings and mindfulness activities. The initiative reflects a broader trend among mixed-use developments and lifestyle destinations to incorporate community-oriented wellness experiences. According to M3M India, the event forms part of its efforts to promote engagement, social interaction and well-being through experiential programmes within its retail and lifestyle developments.Read more

28 Jun 2026

Bengaluru-based AI shopping assistant startup Zave has secured INR 4.7 crore in a bridge funding round led by Inflection Point Ventures (IPV), with participation from Mucker Capital. The company will use the proceeds to strengthen its AI-powered product, improve platform scalability and infrastructure, and enhance its artificial intelligence capabilities to support its growth. Zave currently operates across Amazon, Flipkart and more than 5,000 brand websites and applications, helping users compare products and make informed purchasing decisions. The startup has crossed 500,000 app installs, serves 50,000 daily active users, and facilitates over INR 15 crore in monthly transactions through its AI-driven recommendation engine. The funding comes as AI-powered commerce platforms continue to attract investor interest amid the rapid expansion of India's digital retail market.Read more

01 Jul 2026

Proptech platform AllHome has raised INR 200 crore in a Series B funding round at a valuation of INR 2,000 crore. Led by Bessemer Venture Partners, the round also saw participation from Google, Peak XV Partners and India Quotient. The company will use the capital to expand its AI-powered home construction platform, strengthen technology capabilities and scale operations across India. AllHome connects homeowners with architects, contractors, suppliers and financing partners through a digital marketplace.Read more

27 Jun 2026

PropIQ World has launched LandlordScore, a tenant-led review platform designed to introduce greater transparency and accountability into India’s rental housing market. The platform enables tenants to submit verified reviews of landlords based on security deposit refunds, maintenance responsiveness, dispute history, communication standards and overall tenancy experience. The launch addresses a longstanding information imbalance in the rental ecosystem, where landlords routinely evaluate prospective tenants while tenants often have little visibility into a landlord’s track record before signing a lease. The initiative forms part of PropIQ World’s broader ambition to build a comprehensive real estate intelligence platform for Indian consumers.Read more

20 Jun 2026

PropTech platform Houssed.com has expanded its operations to 40 cities across India with the addition of seven new markets—Rajkot, Vijayawada, Jodhpur, Mysore, Guwahati, Dehradun and Thiruvananthapuram. The expansion strengthens the company’s presence in emerging Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities, where housing demand is being driven by infrastructure development, employment growth and increasing digital adoption. Houssed currently serves more than 100,000 customers each month and works with a network of over 1,000 verified real estate agents nationwide. The company said the move is aimed at addressing challenges such as limited property inventory visibility, unverified listings and fragmented housing services in smaller cities, while improving access to verified residential properties and local real estate expertise.Read more

08 Jun 2026

• Bengaluru-based real estate consultancy Propsoch has raised USD 2 million (approximately INR 19 crore) in a seed funding round led by Athera Venture Partners, Sparrow Capital, and Vakil Group, with proceeds earmarked for strengthening research and advisory capabilities, team expansion, and market growth.
• The raise follows an earlier USD 6,00,000 in pre-seed funding backed by the family office arms of the Godrej Group and the Vakil Group, alongside individual investments from Mohit Malhotra, former MD and CEO of Godrej Properties, and Bhaskar Bhat, former MD of Titan Company.Read more

01 Jun 2026

Bengaluru-based startup Mappstore is expanding its AI-powered WhatsApp automation platform, VibeFlow, as businesses increasingly adopt conversational commerce tools to streamline customer interactions and operational workflows. The company said more than 1,000 businesses are currently using the platform, with growth averaging around 50% month-on-month during the current quarter. Founded by Sooraj Kumar, Lakshya Sharma and Manu George, the startup enables businesses to create automated WhatsApp workflows for bookings, payments, customer support and delivery coordination without coding requirements. Mappstore has also launched mappsto.re, a discovery marketplace for AI-powered conversational storefronts across sectors including food services, healthcare, retail and local services, positioning itself within India’s expanding messaging-based commerce ecosystem.Read more

02 Jul 2026

• Uttar Pradesh is strengthening its infrastructure and digital governance framework as part of its strategy to become a USD 1 trillion economy, with a focus on improving connectivity, ease of doing business and public service delivery.
• The state is expanding its network of expressways, airports, waterways, logistics hubs and defence manufacturing corridors to attract investments, improve regional connectivity and generate employment.
• The government believes sustained investments in physical infrastructure, technology-driven governance and industrial development will strengthen economic growth and help achieve its long-term development goals while contributing to the vision of Viksit Bharat.Read more

20 Jun 2026

Real estate industry executives believe the recent US-Iran peace agreement could have a favourable impact on India’s residential property market by reducing global economic uncertainty and easing inflationary pressures. Industry stakeholders said the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz could help stabilise energy and commodity prices, improving the broader macroeconomic environment. Developers expect the development to provide greater flexibility for the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on interest rates, supporting housing affordability and consumer sentiment. According to industry representatives, improved economic visibility and stable borrowing conditions may encourage first-time buyers, end-users and prospective purchasers who have delayed purchase decisions to re-enter the market, potentially supporting residential sales momentum across housing segments in the coming quarters.Read more

13 Jun 2026

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant has called for strengthening alternative dispute resolution (ADR) mechanisms to support the growing economic relationship between India and the United Kingdom following the conclusion of the bilateral Free Trade Agreement (FTA). Speaking at the fourth edition of the International Conference on “Arbitrating Indo-UK Commercial Disputes” in London, he said the FTA is expected to increase bilateral trade by approximately USD 34 billion annually in the coming years. He emphasised that robust arbitration and mediation systems are essential to converting commercial confidence into practical business outcomes. Justice Kant also advocated joint arbitrator training programmes, affordable dispute resolution processes and stronger integration of mediation and arbitration to ensure accessibility for businesses of all sizes.Read more

12 Jun 2026

• India has identified 74 locations for new land ports, including three on the China border and six on the Pakistan border, to expand border infrastructure.
• The proposed facilities will support customs, immigration, cargo handling and security operations, strengthening cross-border trade and passenger movement.
• The expansion will be undertaken by the Land Ports Authority of India as part of a broader effort to improve logistics efficiency, connectivity and economic activity in border areas.Read more

09 Jun 2026

• India's economy grew 7.8% year-on-year in the January-March quarter, exceeding the 7.2% forecast by economists.
• Strong private investment, higher agricultural output and continued construction activity supported growth despite the initial impact of geopolitical tensions in West Asia.
• The National Statistics Office revised India's FY26 GDP growth estimate to 7.7%, slightly higher than its earlier projection of 7.6%.
• Economists noted that resilient domestic demand helped sustain growth, although private consumption remained uneven in some segments.
• Analysts expect growth to moderate in FY27 amid risks from elevated energy prices, geopolitical uncertainties, inflationary pressures and concerns over monsoon conditions.Read more

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PPI Public Property Invest AB has agreed to acquire a new ESG-compliant care property in Hervanta, Tampere, Finland, for around EUR 23.3 million as part of its continued expansion in the Nordic social infrastructure sector. The facility will be developed by Hartela Oy under a turnkey agreement and will provide 149 care places for elderly and special care services. The acquisition follows PPI's recent investments in Finland and is expected to strengthen its recurring rental income while expanding its presence in one of the country's fastest-growing cities.Read more

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Al Ramz Real Estate Company has signed an agreement with Oud Capital to establish a Shariah-compliant real estate investment fund with a target size of more than SAR 1 billion. The fund will be fully owned by Al Ramz and will finance the development of the company's residential projects. The development contract is valued at around SAR 391 million, with a development fee of approximately SAR 39 million. The three-year arrangement is expected to support the company's financial performance through 2029 while expanding its residential development portfolio.Read more

02 Jul 2026

International Holding Company (IHC) has shared a business update outlining key developments across its portfolio during the second quarter of 2026, ahead of its first-half financial results. The company said it continued to focus on disciplined investments, portfolio expansion and value creation across multiple sectors. During the quarter, IHC completed several strategic transactions, increased its exposure to emerging technologies, expanded its international presence and backed sectors such as real estate, energy and industrials. It expects its H1 2026 financial results to reflect the momentum built across its diversified businesses.Read more

02 Jul 2026

Digital Realty has agreed to acquire Blackstone's stake in three data centres in Northern Virginia through a USD 3.5 billion cash-and-stock transaction, strengthening its presence in the world's largest data centre market. The acquisition comes as demand for hyperscale facilities continues to grow due to artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud computing. The deal covers three fully leased facilities with a combined IT capacity of 288 megawatts and is expected to support Digital Realty's earnings growth as the projects become operational over the next two years. The companies will also continue their partnership on other data centre investments.Read more

02 Jul 2026

Thailand’s government has decided to extend reduced ownership transfer and mortgage registration fees for another year in an effort to support the country's struggling property sector. The concession, which lowers both fees to 0.01% for eligible residential properties, will now remain in effect until June 2027. The move is aimed at encouraging home purchases, easing financial pressure on buyers, and helping revive demand in the real estate market, which continues to face challenges from weak economic conditions and slower property transactions.Read more

02 Jul 2026

Before India’s cities became defined by glass towers, metro networks and dense skylines, urban life was slower, more personal and deeply community-driven. Streets were less congested, homes were mostly low-rise, and neighbourhoods shaped everyday routines more than infrastructure did. From industrial centres like Coimbatore and Nagpur to emerging state capitals such as Bhubaneswar and Raipur, most cities were still evolving at ground level. This list revisits 10 Indian cities and how life, culture and movement functioned before skyscrapers reshaped their identity.Read more

01 Jul 2026

Some cities grow gradually, while others undergo transformations so dramatic that they redefine their identity entirely. Across India, several destinations have evolved from quiet towns, industrial centres and niche cultural hubs into thriving tourism magnets, technology capitals and economic powerhouses. Driven by infrastructure development, changing industries and ambitious urban planning, these cities now attract millions of visitors, professionals and dreamers every year. Here are 10 Indian cities that reinvented themselves and emerged as some of the country's most influential destinations.Read more

30 Jun 2026

Modern architecture has been shaped by a number of buildings that introduced new design ideas, construction methods and ways of using space. From early skyscrapers and glass structures to cultural centres and sustainable office buildings, these projects influenced how architects and engineers approached future developments. Their impact can still be seen in cities around the world through office towers, public buildings and mixed-use developments. Here are some notable buildings that played an important role in the evolution of modern architecture.Read more

29 Jun 2026

Mumbai's skyline has evolved alongside the city's transformation into India's financial and commercial capital. Over the decades, a select group of buildings have come to symbolise key phases of urban growth, from the rise of Nariman Point and Bandra Kurla Complex to the redevelopment of mill lands and the emergence of supertall residential towers. More than architectural landmarks, these structures reflect changing development priorities, economic expansion and shifting business districts. Together, they tell the story of how Mumbai's built environment has been continuously reshaped through successive waves of urban development.Read more

28 Jun 2026

India is home to thousands of historic monuments, yet many remarkable architectural and engineering achievements remain overlooked by mainstream tourism. Beyond the country's most famous landmarks lie stepwells, forts, temples, ancient universities, sculptural complexes and royal cities that showcase extraordinary craftsmanship, innovation and historical significance. From Gujarat's intricately carved Rani ki Vav and Bihar's ancient Nalanda ruins to the formidable Gingee Fort in Tamil Nadu and the rock-cut wonders of Unakoti in Tripura, these lesser-known sites offer fascinating insights into India's rich heritage. Together, they highlight the depth and diversity of the country's built legacy waiting to be explored.Read more