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16 Jul 2026
Texmaco Infrastructure & Holdings Limited has invested INR 68.8 million in its wholly owned subsidiary, Valley View Landholdings Pvt. Ltd., to strengthen the subsidiary's presence in the real estate sector. The investment was made through a fresh subscription to equity shares, while the company's ownership in the subsidiary remains unchanged at 100%. The transaction has been classified as a related-party deal and was carried out on an arm's-length basis. Valley View Landholdings, incorporated in 2013, is engaged in real estate development and has reported limited revenue in recent financial years.Read more
16 Jul 2026
India's latest ranking of the country's most valuable real estate companies shows a year of slower growth, with overall company valuations rising just 2% despite a broader market correction. DLF remained the most valuable real estate company, while Gautam Adani and family topped the real estate rich list for the first time. Hospitality, REITs and professionally managed companies continued to strengthen, reflecting the sector's gradual shift towards institutionalisation even as residential and commercial segments faced pressure.Read more
16 Jul 2026
• Housing and Urban Development Corporation Ltd (HUDCO) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of Odisha to provide term loans of up to INR 1 lakh crore over the next five years for urban housing and infrastructure projects.
• The funding will support projects under the Urban Challenge Fund (UCF), Bhubaneswar–Cuttack–Puri–Paradeep Economic Region (BCPPER) and Mukhyamantri Sahari Vikas Yojana (MSVY), including land acquisition for eligible developments.
• Besides financing, HUDCO will provide project preparation, technical structuring, DPR preparation, financial modelling and capacity-building support for urban local bodies through its UiWIN initiative.
• The MoU, signed in Bhubaneswar, will remain valid for three years, subject to annual review, while separate project-specific agreements will govern individual financing arrangements.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
16 Jul 2026
• The Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) plans to lease commercial spaces at 251 bus depots across the state to generate an estimated 600 crore in annual revenue.
• The initiative aims to monetise underutilised land through long-term commercial development while retaining ownership of depot properties and ensuring uninterrupted bus operations.
• The commercial developments are expected to include retail outlets, office spaces, shopping complexes, hotels and other mixed-use facilities, depending on the location and land potential.
• The revenue generated is expected to strengthen MSRTC's financial position, support fleet modernisation and improve passenger amenities across the state's public transport network.Read more
16 Jul 2026
Realty Income has expanded its revolving credit facilities and global commercial paper programmes to a combined capacity of USD 5.5 billion, strengthening its access to capital for future growth. The revised facilities include an accordion feature that can increase borrowing capacity to USD 6.5 billion, subject to lender approvals. The company has also lowered its borrowing costs under the new arrangement while extending the maturity profile through two equal tranches maturing in 2029 and 2030. The move is aimed at enhancing liquidity and supporting future investments.Read more
15 Jul 2026
North Goa's premium residential market recorded a 4-6% year-on-year decline in capital values during the first half of 2026, according to Savills India. The correction follows a strong price rally over the past few years that was driven by demand from second-home buyers, high-net-worth individuals (HNIs), and investors. The consultant attributed the moderation to rising unsold inventory, particularly in the plot segment, prompting developers to offer more flexible pricing. Meanwhile, premium housing markets in Gurugram, Noida, Mumbai and Bengaluru continued to register steady price appreciation during the same period.Read more
15 Jul 2026
Cube Highways Trust has secured investment commitments of INR 1,250 crore from strategic investors, including Premji Invest and HDFC Group entities, ahead of its proposed INR 5,000 crore initial public offering (IPO), which will open for subscription on July 22. The issue, comprising an offer for sale (OFS) by existing unitholders, marks the trust's transition from a privately listed to a publicly listed Infrastructure Investment Trust (InvIT). The InvIT owns a portfolio of 27 operational road assets covering 8,754 lane kilometres across 12 states and one Union Territory, with an average residual concession period of 18 years. The trust's assets under management increased to INR 36,842 crore in FY26 following nine acquisitions, reflecting continued expansion of its operational road portfolio.Read more
15 Jul 2026
MMM Capital PCL has entered into a sales management (hybrid) agreement with a guaranteed purchase arrangement for a new real estate project with a total value of THB 1.34 billion. The agreement is aimed at supporting the sales and marketing of the project while providing a guaranteed purchase mechanism. Such hybrid sales management models are commonly used by developers to improve sales visibility and reduce inventory-related risks. The company has not disclosed additional details regarding the project's location, development timeline or other commercial terms.Read more
15 Jul 2026
Smartworks Coworking Spaces has expanded its enterprise leasing portfolio by signing a managed office agreement for more than 930 seats in Pune with the Indian subsidiary of a UK-based company. The latest transaction adds to the company's growing list of large corporate mandates as demand for flexible workspaces continues to rise. In recent months, Smartworks has secured several large leasing deals across major cities, reflecting increasing interest from multinational companies seeking managed office solutions in India.Read more