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Mindspace REIT to invest ₹4,185 crore in expansion

NEW DELHI: Mindspace Business Parks REIT plans to invest over ₹4,185 crore in capital expenditures for its ongoing projects from FY26 to FY28, targeting double-digit growth in net operating income (NOI) and net distributable cash flow (NDCF). The company, boasting an under-construction portfolio of 15 million sq ft and completed assets totaling 31 million sq ft, aims to bolster its presence in key cities—Hyderabad, Mumbai, Pune, and Chennai—while also branching out into data centres, hospitality, and mixed-use assets to diversify its revenue streams, as per Ramesh Nair, CEO & MD, in an exclusive interview. Below are edited excerpts: How has…

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Nishitetsu, Runwal to develop ₹2,000-crore office in Mumbai

Representative Image Japanese conglomerate Nishi-Nippon Railroad Co Ltd (Nishitetsu) is set to make its entry into India’s real estate market through a partnership with Mumbai’s Runwal Enterprises. The collaboration aims to jointly develop a commercial project worth Rs 2,000 crore in Kurla, close to the Bandra-Kurla Complex business district. Covering over 3,000 sq. meters, the project will feature over 310,000 sq. ft. of leasable Grade-A commercial office space. Investment management firm Route78 Partners is also participating in this venture. This represents Nishitetsu’s first overseas office development and is part of a broader initiative to expand its urban development presence across…

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Saif Ali Khan Acquires ₹30.75 Crore Property in Mumbai

NEW DELHI: Saif Ali Khan has acquired a commercial property valued at ₹30.75 crore in Kanakia Wallstreet, Andheri East, Mumbai, as revealed by property registration documents accessed by Volney. The property includes two adjoining office units, totaling a carpet area of 5,682 sq ft and a salable area of 9,659 sq ft, along with six designated car parking spaces. Rohan Sheth, founder of the company, noted, “In recent years, we’ve witnessed increasing interest from celebrities and high-net-worth individuals diversifying into grade-A commercial real estate. This sector is perceived as a stable, appreciating asset that complements other investment options.” Volney also…

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Cochin Body Approves Land Pooling for Infopark Phase-III

Representative AI image KOCHI: The executive committee of the Greater Cochin Development Authority (GCDA) has approved a resolution for the pooling of 500 acres to establish Phase III of the Infopark campus. Following local body elections, a notification for land pooling will be issued. GCDA will provide details regarding the land in Kunnathunadu taluk, including survey numbers and the names of landowners. This notification serves as the official alert to landowners about the pooling process, allowing them to approach GCDA with any concerns. Recently, GCDA opened an office dedicated to land pooling. Prior to the notification being issued, the state…

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Puravankara Leases 1.2 Lakh Sq Ft Retail to Ikea in Bengaluru

NEW DELHI: Puravankara has entered into a lease agreement (ATL) with Ikea India for over 1.2 lakh sq ft of retail space at Purva Zentech Park on Kanakapura Road, Bengaluru. Purva Zentech Park is a mixed-use commercial project featuring approximately 9.6 lakh sq ft of leasable and saleable area. Currently under construction, it is expected to be completed by early 2026. Ikea will take up the first and second floors, with the space slated to be handed over in Q1 2026, and operations planned to begin thereafter. Ikea India has opted not to comment. Colliers India’s office services team facilitated…

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Jaguar Land Rover Leases 146,000 Sq Ft at Brigade Tech Gardens

Jaguar Land Rover Technology and Business Services India has leased 146,000 sq ft of office space at Brigade Tech Gardens in Bengaluru, marking a significant GCC-driven transaction. Documents indicate that the lease encompasses multiple floors: parts of the ground and first floors, along with the entirety of the fifth and eighth floors, substantially expanding Jaguar Land Rover’s presence at the Brookefield campus. The lease entails a warm-shell rental of ₹65 per sq ft per month, with the total estimated monthly expenditure, including fit-out costs, at around ₹1.67 crore. Jaguar Land Rover has committed to a five-year term with a security…

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Smartworks Leases 1.66 Lakh Sq Ft to Wolters Kluwer in Pune

NEW DELHI: Smartworks Coworking Spaces has signed a lease for 1.66 lakh sq ft with Wolters Kluwer (India) at the Marisoft campus in Kalyani Nagar, Pune. “The cohort of 1,000+ seats, which constituted about 12% of our rental revenue three years ago, has now surged to nearly 35%,” stated Neetish Sarda, founder and managing director of the company. Currently, over 30% of the company’s rental revenue is generated by enterprises operating across multiple locations. It reported a 21% year-on-year increase in revenue to ₹4,248 million, along with a 46% rise in normalized EBITDA in Q2 FY26. The company also achieved…

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Greater Noida unveils ₹3,600-crore commercial plot scheme

Representative AI image NOIDA: The Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority (GNIDA) has unveiled one of its largest commercial land schemes in recent years. The initiative features 37 plots across key sectors with a total reserve price of Rs 3,604 crore. All allocations will be done through e-auction, with dates to be announced later. The plots, governed by FAR 4 and FAR 2 regulations, are designated for commercial complexes, retail centers, offices, and mixed-use developments. GNIDA indicates that FAR-4 plots can host malls, showrooms, hotels, offices, and banquet halls, while FAR-2 plots are suitable for retail shops, service outlets, restaurants, and…

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Swiggy Moves HQ to Whitefield as Bellandur Lease Ends

BENGALURU: Food delivery platform Swiggy will relocate its headquarters from Bellandur to Whitefield in the coming months. The move aims to enhance employee connectivity, particularly with the new office’s proximity to the Kadugodi Tree Park Metro station. The location will be accessible from both the Kadugodi Tree Park and Hopefarm Channasandra stations. Sources at Swiggy indicated that the relocation is not a reaction to concerns regarding Bengaluru’s infrastructure, but rather due to the expiration of the lease at the Bellandur campus. “The contract for our Bellandur office is ending, so we chose to move to a larger, future-ready facility. This…

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91Springboard Leases 100K Sq Ft Workspaces in Mumbai & Gurugram

NEW DELHI: 91Springboard, a workspace solutions provider, has launched two new centers in Mumbai and Gurugram. Together, the two hubs cover approximately 100,000 sq ft and are expected to be operational by the next quarter. The Mumbai center, located at Hiranandani Business Park, LightHall in Andheri East, spans 40,000 sq ft, while the Gurugram center at DLF World Trade Park covers 60,000 sq ft. To date, the company has added half a million sq ft of space in 2025 and aims to reach an additional million by the end of this fiscal year. Currently, it manages over 1.64 million sq…