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Puravankara to Co-Develop 5.5 Acres in East Bengaluru

Representative image created by AI NEW DELHI: Puravankara Group has announced a joint development on a 5.5-acre land parcel in Balagere, East Bengaluru, with a projected gross development value (GDV) exceeding ₹1,000 crore. This parcel includes a total saleable area of 0.83 million square feet, with the project expected to launch within six to nine months. According to Mallanna Sasalu, CEO-South of Puravankara, “We anticipate launching the project in the next 6-9 months, and are confident it will enhance our growing portfolio.” Earlier in the year, the company acquired a 3.63-acre site on Kanakapura Road, valued at over ₹700 crore.…

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Karnataka’s New Cell to Recover Builder Dues

BENGALURU: Homebuyers in Bengaluru and other parts of Karnataka can finally see some hope as the government is taking action against non-compliant builders. A dedicated ‘Recovery Cell’ is nearing establishment to ensure that real estate developers who fail to adhere to Karnataka Real Estate Regulatory Authority (K-Rera) orders regarding buyer compensation are held accountable. This step comes after prolonged frustrations faced by homebuyers who didn’t receive property ownership or compensation, despite clear orders from K-Rera. Rera chairman Rakesh Singh informed TOI that most groundwork has been done, and a final decision regarding whether the cell will operate under Rera or…

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Prestige Estates posts ₹12,126 crore sales in Q1 FY26

Sure! Here’s a rewritten version of the content: — Representative image created by AI NEW DELHI: Prestige Estates Projects has recorded sales of ₹12,126 crore in Q1 FY26, marking a nearly four-fold increase compared to the same quarter last year. The company sold 4,718 units from April to June, resulting in 9.55 million sq ft of saleable area—a 234% year-on-year growth. Collections reached ₹4,523 crore, up 55% from Q1 FY25. The average realization was ₹13,339 per sq ft for apartments and ₹7,343 per sq ft for plotted developments. NCR Fuels Growth, Mumbai Sees First Project Completions This quarter saw a…

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Bengaluru Blueprint Ready for Upcoming Cabinet Meeting: Deputy CM

BENGALURU: Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar announced on Monday that a comprehensive development roadmap for Greater Bengaluru is almost ready and will be presented to the cabinet at its next meeting. “We are in the final stages of finalizing the development plan for Greater Bengaluru,” Shivakumar told reporters, marking a significant initiative in the government’s urban governance reforms. The announcement follows Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s statement in May regarding the implementation of the Greater Bengaluru Governance Act, which will see the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) replaced by a new governing body, the Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA). On May 25, Shivakumar…

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Sobha Reports ₹2,078 Crore in Q1 FY26 Pre-Sales

NEW DELHI: Sobha has reported its highest quarterly real estate sales in the first quarter of FY26, achieving pre-sales of ₹2,078 crore, with the company’s share amounting to ₹1,717 crore. The impressive quarterly performance was fueled by strong demand in key markets and the successful launch of Sobha Aurum in Greater Noida, marking the company’s debut project in the city. The total area sold during this quarter reached 1.44 million sq ft, with an average realization of ₹14,395 per sq ft. Regional Performance Bengaluru emerged as the leading market, contributing ₹602 crore in sales, followed by Gurugram with ₹352 crore.…

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KVN Properties, Assetz Group to Build 1M Sq Ft Project in Bengaluru

Representative image created by AI NEW DELHI: KVN Properties LLP has formed a strategic development management agreement (DMA) with Assetz Group to launch a residential project in North Bengaluru. The collaboration will facilitate nearly one million sq ft of development, with an anticipated gross development value (GDV) of ₹1,000 crore. The project is planned as a single-phase initiative projected to span 3-4 years. Through this strategic DMA model, KVN Properties will cover all project-related costs, including land acquisition and construction expenses. Meanwhile, Assetz Group will assume the role of development manager. This agreement brings the company’s total residential development commitments…

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₹30,885 Crore in Land Deals Across India in H1 2025

Representative image created by AI NEW DELHI: The Indian land market saw unprecedented activity in the first half of 2025, with approximately 2,900 acres sold across 76 transactions—exceeding the entire volume of 2024, which consisted of 133 deals covering 2,515 acres. A recent Anarock report indicates that land transactions in H1 2025 alone are valued at ₹30,885 crore, with potential revenue estimated at ₹1.47 lakh crore and a total development capacity exceeding 233 million sq. ft. Among the top seven cities in India, the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) dominated with 24 land transactions covering over 433 acres, followed by Bengaluru…

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Lodha Developers reports ₹44.5 billion in Q1 FY26 pre-sales

NEW DELHI: Lodha Developers kicked off FY26 on a positive note, reporting pre-sales of ₹44.5 billion in Q1 FY26, marking a 10% increase year-on-year, despite temporary setbacks from geopolitical tensions early in the quarter. The company is optimistic about meeting its annual pre-sales target of ₹210 billion. During the quarter, collections reached ₹28.8 billion, a 7% growth compared to Q1 FY25. The company anticipates stronger inflows in the latter half of the financial year due to project completions and new launches. Lodha Developers introduced five new projects in Q1 FY26 across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR), Pune, and Bengaluru, boasting…

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Karnataka HC Upholds RERA Co-op Society, Dismisses Flat Owners’ Plea

BENGALURU: A recent high court ruling could reshape the establishment of apartment associations under Rera regulations. The court affirmed the legitimacy of the Commune 1 Apartment Co-operative Society. The ruling dismissed two writ petitions brought forth by a faction of flat owners and their registered welfare association. It concluded that the cooperative, formed under the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act (Rera), has the rightful authority to represent the allottees and oversee the project’s shared areas. The case arose from the Commune 1 Apartment Project, where the Commune 1 Residents Welfare Association contested the establishment of the co-operative society created…

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Karnataka’s New Apartment Law Draft Almost Complete

BENGALURU: The Karnataka government has announced progress on the long-awaited draft of a new apartment act, aimed at resolving the legal ambiguity surrounding ownership, maintenance, and land rights for thousands of apartment residents. The urban development department stated that the draft—which has been developed in collaboration with apartment associations, legal experts, and stakeholders—will soon be forwarded to ministers for approval. Tushar Giri Nath, additional chief secretary of the department, remarked, “The draft is nearly complete. We’ve conducted meetings and gathered feedback from the law department and apartment owners. We’re now adding the final touches before presenting it to the ministers.…