09 Jan 2026

The government-backed SWAMIH fund has enabled the completion of more than 61,000 homes in stalled residential projects across India up to mid-December last year. Spread across 110 projects in around 30 cities, the initiative has primarily supported affordable and mid-income housing developments that were stuck due to funding and execution challenges. With investments exceeding INR 37,400 crore across 127 projects, the fund has helped restore buyer confidence, supported employment generation, and contributed significantly to government revenues through taxes and duties.Read more

09 Jan 2026

Arihant Foundations & Housing Ltd announced that its subsidiary, Canopy Living, has executed an agreement to purchase a land parcel. An advance payment of INR 250 million has already been made, while the balance amount of INR 5.36 billion will be paid upon execution of the sale deed. While details on the land location and development plan remain undisclosed, the transaction reflects the company's ongoing focus on strengthening its land bank. The acquisition is expected to support future real estate projects and long-term growth plans.Read more

09 Jan 2026

Shree KB Realty has acquired a nearly 3-acre land parcel in Greater Noida West for Rs 122 crore to develop a large commercial project, reflecting growing confidence in the region's office and retail market. The land was secured through an auction conducted by the Greater Noida Authority and includes lease rent and stamp duty charges. The developer plans to construct a commercial development with a built-up area of around 8.5 lakh square feet, catering to rising demand driven by the completion of several residential projects in the surrounding areas. The acquisition underlines the increasing attractiveness of Greater Noida as a commercial destination, supported by improving infrastructure, a growing residential catchment and expanding business activity across the Delhi-NCR region.Read more

Mumbai News Desk

09 Jan 2026

The Railway Land Development Authority (RLDA) has received a bid of INR 1,368 crore for redeveloping nearly six acres of its Supari Baug colony in central Mumbai's Parel area. The bid, submitted by Dineshchandra R Agrawal Infracon, slightly surpasses RLDA's revised reserve price. Offered on a 99 year lease under a revenue share model, the project will now undergo technical and financial evaluation. Parel's transformation over the past two decades into a residential and commercial hub has made centrally located railway land highly attractive to developers.Read more

Bangalore News Desk

09 Jan 2026

India's office real estate market recorded its strongest performance in 2025, led by Bengaluru, which emerged as the country's largest and most active office hub. Gross leasing across eight major cities touched an all-time high of 86.4 million square feet, reflecting sustained occupier confidence despite global uncertainties. Bengaluru alone accounted for 28.7 million square feet of leasing, marking its highest-ever annual absorption, largely driven by strong demand from global firms setting up Global Capability Centres. Other southern cities such as Hyderabad, Pune and Chennai also reported healthy growth, while eastern markets like Kolkata posted a sharp rebound. In contrast, select northern and western markets saw moderation in activity. Overall, the leasing trends indicate a structural shift towards globally aligned demand patterns, with technology-led occupiers, GCCs and flexible workspace operators playing a pivotal role.Read more

Kolkata News Desk

08 Jan 2026

Kolkata's office real estate market delivered its best performance in more than ten years during 2025, driven by a sharp rise in leasing activity and rental growth. Annual office leasing volumes rose 69 per cent year-on-year to 2.3 million square feet, marking the first time the city crossed the 2 million sq ft milestone. Office transactions in the second half of the year also recorded robust growth, while rents increased at the fastest pace among major Indian office markets. Residential demand remained steady, supported by improving developer confidence, rising new launches and declining unsold inventory, reinforcing Kolkata's position as an affordable and stable real estate market.Read more

08 Jan 2026

IRB Infrastructure and Developers recorded a 12 per cent year-on-year rise in toll revenue in December 2025, reflecting consistent traffic growth across its national highway and expressway assets. Total toll collections for the month stood at INR 754 crore, driven by strong performance from key road projects in Maharashtra, Gujarat and Telangana. The company's revenue momentum was supported by steady economic activity and increased vehicle movement, reinforcing the resilience of toll-based infrastructure assets. Alongside the improved monthly performance, IRB has continued to expand its portfolio through asset acquisitions, including a recently secured toll-operate-transfer project in Odisha. This expansion is expected to further strengthen its revenue base and support long-term growth. With a large and diversified asset portfolio spread across multiple states, the company remains well positioned to benefit from sustained infrastructure usage and traffic recovery trends.Read more

08 Jan 2026

Simon Property Group Inc has raised USD 800 million by selling senior notes, according to information reported earlier this week. The issuance adds to the company's long-term funding pool and reflects its continued access to debt capital markets. Senior notes, which hold higher repayment priority, are commonly used by large real estate firms to manage liquidity and refinance obligations. The move aligns with Simon Property Group's established approach to balance sheet management, which has historically supported asset upgrades, redevelopment projects, and financial stability across its global retail property portfolio.Read more

08 Jan 2026

The New Delhi Municipal Council has presented a surplus budget for the 2026-27 financial year, projecting a net surplus of INR 143.05 crore while keeping property tax rates unchanged. The budget outlines total receipts of INR 5,953.07 crore against an expenditure of INR 5,810.02 crore, continuing NDMC's surplus-driven fiscal approach. Key announcements include the installation of over 2,000 CCTV cameras across Lutyens Delhi under the Safe City initiative, major investments in power and water infrastructure, and an aggressive push towards renewable energy. The civic body has also prioritised education, environmental sustainability and modern urban services, while aiming to balance development with heritage conservation and citizen welfare.Read more

08 Jan 2026

Inox Clean Energy has raised INR 3,100 crore through an equity funding round, diluting nearly 6 per cent stake at a pre-money valuation of about INR 50,000 crore. The round saw participation from major global and domestic investors, including CalPERS and several family offices. The funds will be used to expand IPP and solar manufacturing capacity and support the company's target of 10 gigawatts by FY28. The fundraise follows recent acquisitions adding 1.6 gigawatts of renewable assets.Read more