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Kirloskar Realty Secures ₹1,150 Cr Loan from ICICI Bank

Kirloskar Industries’ real estate division, Avante Spaces, has secured a ₹1,150 crore term loan from ICICI Bank to support a Grade A office project in Pune’s Kothrud area, showcasing lenders’ ongoing interest in well-established urban developments. The funding for this 1.9 million sq. ft office project is organized in two tranches: ₹1,050 crore and ₹100 crore, with a repayment schedule of 44 months at an annual interest rate of 8%. The company has placed a mortgage on its land and all current and future constructions, securing the loan with approximately 7.25 acres of land across Plots A, C, and D…

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AAI to Assess Mumbai Building Heights Case-by-Case

Representative Image MUMBAI: A recent Airports Authority of India (AAI) circular addressing the effects of high frequency (HF) transmitters on vertical development may provide a solution for stalled redevelopment projects in the Juhu area. Dated March 18, 2026, the circular announced the formation of a regional committee to evaluate impacted zones, assess aviation safety implications, and establish guidelines for allowable building heights on a case-by-case basis. “There is a demand for reviewing regulations regarding HF transmitters, as the absence of clear standards from ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organisation) is hindering the vertical growth of metropolitan areas,” it stated. Residents of…

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Lodha Developers Secures ₹500 Crore via Debenture Issue

NEW DELHI: Lodha Developers Ltd, a prominent real estate firm, announced on Monday that it has successfully raised Rs 500 crore through the issuance of debentures. According to a regulatory filing, the company’s board approved the allocation of 50,000 non-convertible debentures (NCDs) worth Rs 1 lakh each, totaling Rs 500 crore via private placement. The interest rate is set at 8.52 percent per annum, payable biannually. Lodha Developers is one of India’s leading real estate companies, with a strong presence in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR), Pune, and Bengaluru. The company has also acquired land in the Delhi-NCR region to…

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DLF Sells IT-SEZ and Land in Kolkata for ₹710 Crore

Representative Image NEW DELHI: DLF, a leading real estate developer, has finalized a deal to sell its IT-ITeS special economic zone (SEZ) project along with nearly 18 acres of undeveloped land in Kolkata for Rs 710 crore to the Srijan Group, as part of its asset monetization strategy. The announcement came in April last year. In a regulatory update on Monday, DLF reported that the transfer of its IT/ITeS SEZ assets, including ‘DLF TechPark II’, has been completed to Makalu Builders LLP, which is associated with Srijan Group and Srijan Realty Pvt Ltd. Additionally, the company has sold a 17.75-acre…

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Pune: Talathi, Officer Block Mutation Plea Due to Lapses

PUNE: The inquiry report on the Mundhwa land issue, led by Vikas Kharge, reveals that local revenue officials, including the talathi and circle officer, initially identified irregularities in the contentious sale and halted the mutation in their records. However, procedural oversights and a lack of notification to higher authorities later compromised scrutiny. The report indicates that approximately 45 acres of government land, identified as survey no. 88 in Mundhwa, was registered on May 20, 2005, at the Haveli sub-registrar’s office in favor of Amadea Enterprises LLP for ₹300 crore, encompassing 17 hectares of land. On May 21, 2005, partner Digvijay…

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PE Inflows in Indian Real Estate Surge 59% to $6.7B by 2025

NEW DELHI: Private equity investments in Indian real estate surged 59% year-on-year to reach $6.7 billion in 2025, fueled by high demand in core asset classes and a favorable macroeconomic environment, according to a recent report by Savills India. Office assets received the largest investment share, totaling $2.4 billion, or over 35% of the total influx, supported by steady leasing activity. The data center and residential segments contributed 23% and 21% respectively, showcasing a growing investor interest in digital infrastructure and housing. Foreign investors accounted for a substantial 76% of total inflows at $5.1 billion, reflecting continued global confidence in…

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Golden Growth Fund Buys Land in Gulmohar Park, South Delhi

Representative AI image NEW DELHI: The Golden Growth Fund (GGF), a Category II real estate-focused alternative investment fund, has secured a land parcel in South Delhi’s Gulmohar Park for a residential project with an expected revenue potential of approximately ₹100 crore. The project will be constructed on a 500 sq yd site, offering a total built-up area of around 20,000 sq ft, which will include four independent floors. Grovy India will oversee the development. This marks the fund’s third acquisition in South Delhi since its inception in September 2024, following investments in Anand Niketan and Neeti Bagh. The acquisition aligns…

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Rushed Opening? Wayanad Township Project Slows Down

KOZHIKODE: None of the recipients have moved into the initial set of 178 houses designated for survivors of the 2024 Wayanad landslides. This lack of occupancy stems from ongoing work, inciting a political uproar. The opposition has criticized the government for launching the project before its completion, labeling it a pre-election tactic. Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan handed over the keys to the homes under the model township initiative at Elstone Estate in Kalpetta on March 1. During the inauguration, the Chief Minister stated that the project was designed to ensure all affected individuals would be rehabilitated before the monsoon season.…

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Noida Airport to Drive Real Estate Growth in NCR, Yamuna Expressway

Representative AI image NEW DELHI: On Saturday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated phase-I of the Noida International Airport in Jewar, at an estimated cost of ₹11,200 crore. This initiative is expected to significantly transform the real estate landscape of the National Capital Region (NCR). The airport, situated along the Yamuna Expressway, aims to enhance connectivity in western Uttar Pradesh and the NCR, linking important urban and industrial centers such as Noida, Greater Noida, Ghaziabad, Agra, and Aligarh. Modi noted that the project represents a pivotal advancement in Uttar Pradesh’s development and will bolster India’s aviation capabilities. He stated, “Airports are…

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Jan Vishwas Bill: New Property Tax System for NDMC Areas

Representative image NEW DELHI: The government has proposed a new property tax framework for the New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) areas, easing criminal provisions for minor offences while tightening enforcement for tax violations. This is part of the Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2026, introduced in the Lok Sabha on Friday by Minister of State for Commerce and Industry Jitin Prasada. The bill suggests a complete overhaul of the tax structure under the NDMC Act, 1994. It establishes that property tax will now consist of two components: building tax and vacant land tax, replacing the original Section 61. To…