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Concorde Invests ₹125 Crore to Develop Mayfair Commercial Block

NEW DELHI: Concorde, based in Bengaluru, has made a ₹125 crore investment to establish a commercial block at Concorde Mayfair, an integrated development positioned on Bellary Road in Yelahanka. Covering a super built-up area of about 2.51 lakh sq ft, this commercial block is projected to generate annual revenues of approximately ₹30 crore from operations. The structure features retail space on the ground and first floors, while the second to tenth floors will be occupied by office spaces. Additionally, there are dedicated parking facilities in two basements. The company unveiled Concorde Mayfair in June 2024, which spans 3.35 acres and…

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Income Tax Raids Brigade Enterprises’ Offices

Brigade Enterprises’ shares dropped by as much as 2%, reaching a day low of Rs 868.10 on the BSE on December 15. This followed the announcement that the Income Tax Department had begun search operations at its registered office and other linked locations, which took place from December 9 to December 13. In an official exchange statement over the weekend, Brigade Enterprises confirmed that it and its officers have fully cooperated with the authorities, supplying all necessary information. The company emphasized that its business operations are running smoothly without any interruptions. Currently, the stock is trading at Rs 886, with…

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Residents allege builder is ignoring construction rules in Bengaluru

Representative AI image BENGALURU: Residents of a gated community on Gottigere Lake Road in south Bengaluru are expressing their outrage over the disruptions caused by the construction of a new residential project nearby. They reference a 2012 Karnataka High Court ruling that bans noisy construction work after 6 PM, claiming their repeated complaints have been disregarded. “Construction has persisted for nearly six months. Our apartment complex has four blocks, and Block D suffers the most. Many senior citizens live here, yet no action has been taken by the authorities despite our continuous complaints,” stated Srinath, a resident. In June, residents…

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Brookfield India REIT Secures ₹3,500 Crore for Growth, Debt Relief

NEW DELHI: Brookfield India Real Estate Trust (Brookfield India REIT) has successfully raised ₹3,500 crore through a qualified institutional placement (QIP) of units, representing one of the largest capital raises by an Indian REIT. The offering, which commenced on December 10, 2025, saw demand surpass three times the available amount. According to the disclosure, the REIT garnered over ₹10,900 crore in demand from both domestic and foreign institutional investors, resulting in the allotment of 10.94 crore units under the QIP. The funds raised will be utilized for portfolio expansion, including the planned acquisition of Ecoworld, a 48-acre, 7.7 million sq…

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Karnataka HC Supports Premium FAR Policy; Dismisses TDR Petitions

In a major ruling concerning urban development in Karnataka, the High Court has affirmed the State’s implementation of a Premium Floor Area Ratio (Premium FAR) under Section 18B of the Karnataka Town and Country Planning Act, 1961. The court dismissed two petitions submitted by landowners and Transferable Development Rights (TDR) holders who challenged the constitutional validity of the amendment and related notifications. The petitions were filed by landowners whose properties were previously acquired for public use, receiving TDR instead of monetary compensation. They contended that the introduction of Premium FAR enables developers to gain additional buildable rights from the government…

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Karnataka RERA Chair: Reject Subpar Services, Citizens!

BENGALURU: Rakesh Singh, chairman of the Karnataka Real Estate Regulatory Authority (K-RERA), has warned citizens not to allow promoters to deceive them when purchasing real estate. He emphasized that they should not tolerate subpar services and can reach out to his organization for assistance in case of issues. Singh highlighted the significance of the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016, stating that it marked a pivotal change in India’s property landscape by providing buyers with a legal framework to safeguard their interests. He made these remarks at the RWA Excellence Seminar organized by Nemmadi.in in Bengaluru on Saturday, which…

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Nisus Finance Exits Bengaluru Project with 23% IRR in 2 Years

Nisus Finance, an alternate fund manager and urban infrastructure investment firm, has successfully exited Project High Cliff, a late-stage residential development in Bellandur, Bengaluru. This investment was made through rated, listed non-convertible debentures under its Real Estate Special Opportunities Fund-1 (RESO-1), yielding an Internal Rate of Return (IRR) of 23% over two years. Project High Cliff covers 1.4 acres with a saleable area of approximately 240,000 sq. ft., featuring 196 units in 1, 2, and 3 BHK configurations aimed at affordable and mid-income buyers. “High Cliff exemplifies a special situation where structured capital can create significant value — strong demand…

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Bengaluru body suggests strict fines for vacant properties

BENGALURU: The Bangalore Development Authority (BDA) is set to implement a one-time 10% non-construction fine for allottees who fail to build homes within three years of receiving their plots. Officials emphasized that the rule will be strictly enforced, with sale deeds not issued until construction is completed. This initiative primarily targets beneficiaries who have either neglected to build homes or engaged in illegal plot transfers, despite significant increases in land values. Notably, Arkavathy and Nadaprabhu Kempegowda Layout (NPKL) are exempt from this rule due to delays and incomplete infrastructure that hindered construction for allottees. Under the BDA scheme, plots were…

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Karnataka RERA: Builders Must Insure Common Areas or Cover Repairs

BENGALURU: The Karnataka Real Estate Regulatory Authority (K-Rera) has issued a directive emphasizing that builders must insure common areas to avoid covering repair costs for disasters themselves. In a recent ruling, K-Rera instructed the developers of an apartment complex on Kanakapura Road to provide all insurance documentation for the project within 30 days, partially addressing a complaint regarding a fire incident that damaged the Block 4 clubhouse. The complaint arose from a fire on January 30, 2024, when resident Dhananjaya noticed smoke emanating from the clubhouse. The blaze destroyed the ladies’ washroom and sauna. Despite repeated requests for repair or…

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Bengaluru to Hire Urban Designers for City Development

Certainly! Here’s a rewritten version of the provided content: BENGALURU: In a significant development, the Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) will officially appoint urban designers and planners for the first time to enhance city infrastructure, including its roads, public spaces, and mobility networks. This initiative introduces specialized Urban Design Cells, signaling a transformative approach to urban planning in Bengaluru. Traditionally, issues like potholes, flooding, inadequate footpaths, and traffic chaos were often attributed to municipal shortcomings. However, experts have highlighted a more fundamental problem: GBA lacked trained professionals in urban design and planning. Many past engineering projects, conducted without design oversight, led…