04 Dec 2025

Bengaluru-based developer Address Maker has secured an INR 200 crore structured financing line from AI Growth, through its affiliate entities, to support land acquisitions, joint-development agreements and project-level capital needs. The company - which has delivered around 6.7 million sq ft across residential, commercial and plotted developments in Bengaluru and has another 5.2 million sq ft under execution - plans to use the funding to accelerate growth in its home market and to expand into Mumbai. This arrangement mirrors the rising shift toward private credit among Indian real-estate developers seeking liquidity and financial agility.Read more

03 Dec 2025

HDFC Capital has taken a minority stake in Zoiros Projects and committed INR 20 crore to Earth Fund, a platform launched by Brigade Enterprises and Gruhas PropTech earlier this year. Earth Fund, an INR 300-crore SEBI-registered Category II AIF backs early-stage proptech, construction-tech and sustainability startups, typically investing USD 1-2 million per firm. The Fund targets ventures at Pre-Series A or Series A stages, aiming for 10-15 companies across urban infrastructure, clean-tech and smart real-estate solutions. HDFC Capital's infusion strengthens the Fund's capacity to support innovations reshaping India's built environment.Read more

21 Nov 2025

Indian Railways has asked all its zones to upload operational problems on the Innovation Portal so that startups, MSMEs, R&D institutes and individual innovators can work on practical solutions. The platform, created under the Startups for Railways programme launched in 2022, already has more than 4,043 registered participants. Several ideas submitted earlier such as smart track inspection systems, solar-powered coach rooftops, fire detection tools, broken-rail monitoring and safer shunting solutions have shown early progress. The new push aims to bring more clarity to problem statements and encourage wider participation across zones.Read more

20 Nov 2025

Aion-Tech Solutions' subsidiary, ROQIT Greenfield Digital, has partnered with Indian Railways to launch an AI-powered logistics platform for small parcel deliveries. The pilot will begin early next year with South Central Railway and aims for a nationwide rollout. The platform will integrate ETO Motors for sustainable first- and last-mile delivery and feature a cloud-native app with real-time tracking, digital payments, and partner selection. Light-to-medium-weight parcels currently account for less than 1 per cent of railway traffic in India, highlighting a major efficiency gap ROQIT intends to bridge.Read more

20 Nov 2025

Nemetschek Group has signed an MoU with IIT-Madras to conduct advanced research in low-carbon and lean construction technologies, supported by an investment of USD 100,000 from its AI and Data Innovation Hub. The German software company provides solutions for the entire lifecycle of construction and infrastructure projects and reported revenues of EUR 995.6 million in 2024. The partnership aims to reduce carbon emissions, enhance efficiency, and promote sustainable construction practices while leveraging IIT-Madras' expertise in digital innovation for India's construction sector.Read more

13 Nov 2025

InvestoXpert, one of India's fastest-growing full-service real estate firms, has strengthened its foothold in South India by inaugurating a new regional hub in Chennai. The move marks the firm's third major presence in the region, following Bengaluru and Hyderabad. As part of its 'Leveling Up' expansion campaign, the company intends to hire 400 professionals across sales, marketing, and customer relationship roles to support both domestic and global real estate advisory operations. The expansion reflects InvestoXpert's broader growth vision and aligns with its commitment to contribute to India's development goals.Read more

03 Nov 2025

Tattva, the Corporate Venture Capital arm of Somany Impresa Group, has invested INR 6 crore in Mad Over Buildings (MOB), a fintech-enabled B2B e-commerce platform for building materials. The partnership aims to bridge supply chain gaps and improve financing access for smaller distributors and retailers through MOB's Line of Credit and escrow-backed marketplace. The collaboration also allows MOB to leverage Hindware's vast distribution network, enhancing its national presence while advancing the digital transformation of India's construction ecosystem.Read more

02 Nov 2025

Adani Airport Holdings Limited (AAHL) has entered into a partnership with AIONOS, a company under InterGlobe Enterprises, to strengthen digital systems across its airports. The collaboration aims to deploy artificial intelligence and data-driven platforms to improve efficiency, passenger experience, and operational coordination. This initiative complements AAHL's in-house platforms such as Aviio, Adani OneApp, and Airport-in-a-Box, which are already helping build connected and future-ready airports. The partnership reflects both companies' commitment to driving smart technology adoption in India's aviation ecosystem.Read more

01 Nov 2025

M-SANVI Real Estate Pvt. Ltd., a Delhi-NCR-based property consultancy, launched its latest campaign, Ghar Sahi Milega Yahi, earlier this week. The initiative aims to bridge the trust gap between developers and buyers by offering reliable property guidance, digital consultations, and on-ground assistance in areas such as Uttam Nagar, Dwarka Mor, and Dwarka. Through the campaign, the company seeks to address issues like inflated prices and misleading listings while helping families find homes that align with their budgets and lifestyles.Read more

27 Oct 2025

Verified.RealEstate has introduced 'Verify My Land', an AI-powered digital verification tool designed to simplify property checks across Tamil Nadu. The service allows individuals to conduct over 20 verifications on lands, buildings, and apartments within minutes, free of cost. Organisational users can access the same for a nominal fee. Integrated with GIS-based calculators and document checkers, the platform ensures instant insights on zoning, FSI, flood exposure, and more-enhancing transparency and reducing dependency on government offices.Read more