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04 Aug 2026
India's residential market remained stable during the first half of 2026, with apartment sales rising 3 per cent year-on-year across the country's seven major cities, according to JLL India. Bengaluru emerged as the top-performing market, recording the highest apartment sales and a sharp increase in new launches. The city's strong employment base, expanding Global Capability Centres (GCCs), infrastructure upgrades and growing demand for premium homes continued to support residential activity. The report also highlighted a significant rise in demand for homes priced between INR 1 crore and INR 3 crore.Read more
03 Aug 2026
Real estate developers Brigade Enterprises and Prestige Estates Projects have expanded their residential development pipelines through separate land acquisitions in Bengaluru and the Mumbai Metropolitan Region. Brigade has acquired a two-acre land parcel in East Bengaluru for a premium residential project with an estimated gross development value (GDV) of around INR 475 crore. Meanwhile, Prestige Estates has entered into a joint development agreement for a 14.6-acre land parcel in Thane, where it plans to develop a large mixed-use residential project with a projected GDV of approximately INR 4,500 crore.Read more
02 Aug 2026
Bengaluru's residential market maintained steady growth during the first half of 2026, supported by major infrastructure projects, a resilient technology sector and sustained commercial expansion. According to Knight Frank India, the city recorded 27,968 housing sales in H1 2026, up 5% year-on-year, while new launches rose 4% to 34,749 units. Improved connectivity through the Namma Metro expansion, Peripheral Ring Road and Satellite Town Ring Road is driving residential activity across South, East and North Bengaluru, creating opportunities for emerging developers focused on high-growth micro-markets. Developers including Abhee Ventures, Mana Projects and NBR Group have expanded their presence in these infrastructure-led corridors, responding to rising demand for well-connected residential communities close to major employment centres.Read more
01 Aug 2026
Bengaluru-based Revspot has secured USD 4.8 million in a Series A funding round co-led by Inflexor Ventures and Info Edge Ventures, with participation from Pentathlon Ventures, Silicon Road Ventures and existing investor Titan Capital. The company will use the capital to strengthen its AI-native platform, expand engineering and buyer-intelligence capabilities, enter additional high-value business sectors and grow its international presence. Founded in 2024, Revspot provides an automated lead generation and qualification platform for high-ticket B2C businesses, serving more than 50 customers across sectors including real estate, education, automotive and wealth management. The company also plans to enhance its qualified pipeline infrastructure through its new orchestration platform, Spot.Read more
31 Jul 2026
The Bangalore Hotels Association (BHA) has warned that hotels affiliated with it and other hospitality bodies in Bengaluru will suspend business with Swiggy from August 15 if the company does not address concerns related to payment transparency, unauthorised deductions and advertising charges. The association has sought a transparent payout system, clear disclosure of all charges and consent-based advertising deductions. It has also objected to additional charges beyond agreed service fees, claiming that several restaurants are receiving less than half of their billed order value because of multiple deductions.Read more
29 Jul 2026
The structural issue at SNN Raj Etternia in Bengaluru has brought attention to differing claims regarding the geotechnical assessment conducted for the affected residential tower. The developer has announced plans to rebuild 49 apartments after identifying structural concerns in the 18-storey building, while discussions continue over the findings of soil-related investigations. The case has highlighted the importance of accurate geotechnical studies, construction quality monitoring and safety evaluations in high-rise developments, particularly as Bengaluru continues to witness rapid expansion in residential projects.Read more
27 Jul 2026
The Bangalore Development Authority (BDA) has introduced stricter norms governing modifications to sanctioned building plans after Occupancy Certificates (OCs) have been issued. The move is aimed at preventing unauthorised alterations that could affect the approved design, common areas and rights of apartment owners. By tightening the approval process, the authority seeks to improve regulatory compliance, strengthen urban planning oversight and provide greater protection to homebuyers in completed residential developments.Read more
25 Jul 2026
India's Grade A office market maintained positive rental momentum during the first quarter of CY2026, according to the sixth edition of the IIM Bangalore–CRE Matrix Commercial Property Rental Index (CPRI) report. Based on registered lease transactions, the index recorded a 2.9% year-on-year increase across Tier-1 office markets, with a three-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.8%. Bengaluru retained the highest CPRI score among major office markets, Mumbai recorded the strongest three-year rental appreciation, while Delhi posted the fastest quarter-on-quarter rental growth, highlighting varied growth trends across India's commercial real estate markets.Read more
23 Jul 2026
Flexible workspace operator 315Work Avenue has leased 45,000 sq ft of office space at Bhartiya City, Thanisandra, Bengaluru, as part of its expansion strategy in India's managed office market. The new enterprise-grade workspace is intended to meet rising demand from enterprises, Global Capability Centres (GCCs), technology companies and high-growth start-ups seeking flexible office solutions. The transaction was facilitated by Colliers India. Bengaluru-based 315Work Avenue currently manages around 4 million sq ft of office space, comprising 80,000 seats across 55 locations in Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, Mumbai and Pune, strengthening its presence in key commercial markets.Read more
22 Jul 2026
Karnataka BJP President B Y Vijayendra has urged the state government to consider Tumakuru instead of Kanakapura as the location for Bengaluru’s proposed second international airport. He argued that the move would promote balanced regional development, improve access for people across the state, and reduce pressure on Bengaluru’s infrastructure. Vijayendra also raised concerns over environmental impact, allegations of real estate-driven decision-making, and called for wider consultation with legislators before the government finalises the airport site.Read more
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21 Jul 2026
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has filed a chargesheet against Ozone Urbana Infra Developers Pvt Ltd and one of its directors in connection with an alleged homebuyers' fraud linked to a housing project in Bengaluru. The agency has accused the company of misleading buyers and investors through false assurances and deceptive promises to secure financial gains, causing losses to homebuyers. The case forms part of a larger Supreme Court-monitored investigation into alleged builder-banker nexus cases involving diversion of homebuyers' funds and financial irregularities across multiple real estate projects in the country.Read more
19 Jul 2026
SNN Raj Corp has launched SNN Raj Bay Vista, a premium residential project on Kodichikkanahalli Main Road in Bilekahalli, South Bengaluru. Spread across approximately 4.5 acres, the development comprises 234 apartments across three towers, offering two to five-bedroom homes ranging from approximately 1,235 sq ft to 4,719 sq ft. The project introduces a "Work from Nature" concept, integrating outdoor workspaces with landscaped open areas. More than 70% of the project area has been earmarked as open space, alongside over 30 lifestyle amenities. Located within the BTM Layout micro-market, the development offers connectivity to key employment centres including Electronic City, Koramangala and JP Nagar, while benefiting from established social infrastructure and planned transport upgrades in the surrounding area.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
12 Jul 2026
Bengaluru-based deep-tech company Vimag Labs has secured its fifth patent in India for its proprietary Virtual Magnet Synchronous Motor (VMSM) platform, strengthening its intellectual property portfolio as it advances commercial deployment of software-defined electric motor technology. The newly granted patent covers the core architecture of a magnet-free synchronous motor that uses power electronics and proprietary control algorithms instead of rare-earth permanent magnets. The company said the technology is being piloted with two-wheeler and passenger vehicle manufacturers, with expansion planned into commercial vehicles, industrial applications, robotics and defence. Backed by Accel, Vimag Labs recently raised USD 5 million in a Series A funding round and has entered into a manufacturing agreement with Jendamark Pvt. Ltd. to support production as it scales operations in India and overseas.Read more
11 Jul 2026
The Bengaluru Commercial Court has returned a suit filed by Singapore-based Lee Kim Tah against two nominee directors of L&W Constructions Private Limited, ruling that the matter does not qualify as a commercial dispute under the Commercial Courts Act. The case centres on alleged breaches of directors' fiduciary duties in the governance of the joint venture with Woh Hup Holdings. The order also cautioned the plaintiff on reporting court proceedings in the media. The ruling could influence how governance-related disputes in cross-border joint ventures are handled in India.Read more
09 Jul 2026
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has filed two chargesheets in separate cases involving alleged fraud against homebuyers in Bengaluru, naming Ithaca Estate Pvt Ltd, LGCL Urban Homes (India) LLP, their directors and officials of HDFC Bank Ltd and Indiabulls Housing Finance Ltd. The chargesheets, filed before designated CBI courts in Bengaluru in the past week, allege that the accused conspired to induce homebuyers and investors through false assurances and fraudulent representations, resulting in wrongful financial gains. The agency said the cases form part of a wider Supreme Court-monitored investigation into alleged irregularities involving 34 builder companies and unidentified officials of financial institutions across the country. The CBI has so far filed 13 chargesheets in connection with these ongoing investigations.Read more
06 Jul 2026
CJ Darcl Logistics has signed a memorandum of understanding with the National Highways for Electric Vehicles (NHEV) to pilot heavy electric freight operations on India's upcoming e-highways. The partnership will begin with the Bengaluru–Chennai corridor, where the two organisations will jointly develop charging infrastructure and deploy heavy electric trucks. The initiative also includes battery-swapping facilities, solar-powered energy stations and logistics hubs to support zero-emission freight movement. The collaboration aims to evaluate the commercial viability of electric trucking while creating a scalable model for sustainable, low-carbon logistics across India's highway network.Read more
05 Jul 2026
Bengaluru-based EARA Group has appointed Raja Ramamoorthy as Associate Vice President – Sales as part of its leadership expansion strategy. The appointment comes as the real estate developer seeks to strengthen its sales operations while pursuing growth across its real estate portfolio and planned diversification into hospitality and related businesses. Ramamoorthy, who has more than 26 years of experience across real estate, hospitality, telecommunications and consumer sectors, will oversee sales strategy, channel partner development, customer acquisition and revenue growth. Prior to joining EARA Group, he served as Associate Vice President – Sales at Casagrand Builders, where he was involved in expanding the company's channel partner network.Read more
03 Jul 2026
Nambiar Builders has announced an investment of INR 1,900 crore to develop the third phase of District 25, its integrated township project in Bengaluru. The new phase will comprise premium residential apartments spread across 21 acres, with a saleable area of approximately 3.6 million sq ft. Located on Sarjapur Road, the township is designed as a mixed-use development featuring residential, commercial and lifestyle infrastructure. The investment reflects the developer's confidence in Bengaluru's sustained housing demand and the growing preference for large, integrated township projects offering comprehensive urban amenities.Read more
03 Jul 2026
The Bangalore Development Authority (BDA) has proposed setting up a dedicated registration authority to simplify the formation of apartment owners' associations across its housing projects. The move aims to address long-standing issues faced by residents in registering associations under existing laws, which has delayed the transfer of maintenance responsibilities. The proposal is part of BDA's broader apartment maintenance policy that seeks to provide a structured handover process, improve governance in residential communities, and bring greater clarity on legal and administrative responsibilities for apartment owners.Read more
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