13 Jul 2026

The Delhi government has introduced stricter procedures for registering General Power of Attorney (GPA) documents to prevent stamp duty evasion in property transactions. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has directed that every GPA executed in favour of non-blood relatives must be referred to the Collector of Stamps for adjudication before registration. The measure aims to prevent the misuse of GPAs to avoid payment of stamp duty on conveyance deeds and curb irregularities in property registrations. Sub-registrars have also been instructed to scrutinise all GPA documents for provisions relating to monetary consideration, transfer of possession and ownership rights. The government has warned of disciplinary action against officials found registering GPAs involving monetary transactions in violation of the new directions.Read more

13 Jul 2026

The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) is set to launch a pilot project using drones and advanced geospatial technologies to improve property tax assessment and identify unassessed or under-assessed properties. The initiative follows memorandums of understanding signed with four agencies under the civic body's Pilot Drone-based Geospatial Survey and Digital Twin Initiative. The agencies will independently conduct surveys using drone imagery, LiDAR, GIS-based asset mapping, digital twin technology, 3D city modelling and advanced data analytics, with no financial expenditure by the MCD on the pilot. The exercise is intended to strengthen property records, reduce revenue leakages and support urban planning. Based on the outcome, the civic body may consider extending the technology-driven survey across Delhi.Read more

12 Jul 2026

Laser Power & Infra has raised around INR 223 crore from anchor investors ahead of the opening of its INR 742 crore initial public offering (IPO). The anchor round attracted participation from leading domestic mutual funds, insurance companies and global investors. The IPO includes a fresh issue of INR 542 crore and an offer for sale worth INR 200 crore by promoters. The company plans to use most of the fresh issue proceeds to reduce debt. With manufacturing facilities in West Bengal and a strong order book, the company operates across power cable manufacturing and EPC services.Read more

12 Jul 2026

Global Capability Centres (GCCs) are increasingly positioning cybersecurity as a strategic business function as enterprises expand their digital operations through cloud computing, artificial intelligence (AI), connected technologies and hybrid work models. Rising cyber threats, stricter regulatory requirements and the growing sophistication of AI-enabled attacks are prompting organisations to strengthen cyber resilience across global operations. Indian GCCs are playing a larger role by managing Security Operations Centres (SOCs), cloud security, threat intelligence, identity and access management, and incident response for multinational companies. Alongside technology adoption, organisations are also investing in cybersecurity talent and AI-driven security capabilities to protect enterprise systems, support regulatory compliance and embed security into long-term digital transformation strategies.Read more

12 Jul 2026

India's senior living market is transitioning from a niche housing concept to a mainstream residential asset class, driven by demographic changes, rising life expectancy, evolving family structures and increasing purchasing power among older adults. Developers are responding with integrated communities that combine independent living, healthcare support, wellness amenities and professionally managed services. Institutional participation is also gathering pace, with major developers entering the segment as demand expands beyond traditional markets. As India's population continues to age, senior living is expected to become an increasingly significant component of the country's residential real estate landscape.Read more

12 Jul 2026

Institutional investments in Indian real estate reached USD 4.5 billion during the first half of 2026, marking a 50% year-on-year increase and the highest first-half inflows recorded in six years, according to Colliers India. Domestic investors led capital deployment with USD 2.6 billion, accounting for 57% of total investments, while foreign inflows rose to USD 1.9 billion. Office assets attracted the largest share of investment at USD 1.9 billion, supported by strong demand for operational assets. Mixed-use and alternative asset classes also witnessed robust activity, while Chennai, Bengaluru and multi-city transactions emerged as key investment destinations during the period.Read more

12 Jul 2026

IFFCO-TOKIO General Insurance Company Limited has appointed Alpana Singh as Whole-Time Director – Marketing with effect from 1 July 2026. Based at the company's Gurugram headquarters, she will lead the insurer's marketing strategy, strengthen its market position and oversee customer engagement initiatives. Singh joins the company after holding senior leadership roles at Bajaj General Insurance, where she led business expansion, strategic partnerships and bancassurance initiatives. The appointment forms part of the insurer's leadership strengthening efforts as it focuses on business growth, brand development and customer-centric operations across urban and rural markets.Read more

11 Jul 2026

India’s office market recorded a marginal 2 per cent decline in gross leasing during the first half of 2026, with leasing reaching 48 million square feet across the top eight office markets, according to Knight Frank India. While global economic and geopolitical uncertainties affected demand in some cities, leasing activity remained strong, supported by record absorption from Global Capability Centres (GCCs) and co-working operators. Rental values rose across most office markets due to lower vacancy levels, reflecting the continued strength of India’s commercial real estate sector despite a mixed performance across cities.Read more

11 Jul 2026

The National Institute of Construction Management and Research (NICMAR) concluded the inaugural Bharat Nav-Nirmaan Challenge 2025–26 with its National Grand Finale in Mumbai, bringing together finalists from IIT Delhi, Maturi Venkata Subba Rao Engineering College and Pimpri Chinchwad College of Engineering. The nationwide infrastructure innovation competition, supported by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), engaged more than 20,000 students from over 500 institutions. Pimpri Chinchwad College of Engineering secured the national title and a prize package valued at INR 30 lakh. The event also featured an Industry-Academia Conclave focusing on collaboration, technology adoption and talent development to support India's infrastructure sector and the long-term vision of Viksit Bharat 2047.Read more

11 Jul 2026

India's residential market has entered a more stable phase, but the economics of home construction continues to evolve. Rising material costs, increasing labour expenses, higher quality standards and expanding infrastructure are steadily influencing the pricing of new housing projects. Rather than focusing solely on market timing, prospective homebuyers should consider the long-term implications of construction cost inflation on future affordability. As developers adapt to changing market dynamics and consumer expectations, understanding these structural shifts has become essential for making informed property investment decisions.Read more