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WeWork India to Add 7,700 Desks in Hyderabad, Pune, Bengaluru

NEW DELHI: WeWork India Management has announced plans to expand into Hyderabad, Pune, and Bengaluru, adding approximately 7,700 desks as part of its growth strategy. According to a regulatory filing, the company has signed a sub-lease agreement for 145,114 sq ft in Hyderabad, which will add roughly 2,100 desks. This center is expected to become operational by July 2026, with an estimated investment of ₹32 crore, funded through internal accruals and debt. Additionally, WeWork has entered into a leave-and-license agreement for 162,665 sq ft in Pune, projected to introduce around 2,500 desks by August 2026, involving an investment of about…

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Brigade Group and Primus to Launch Three Senior Living Facilities

NEW DELHI: Brigade Group has teamed up with Primus Senior Living to introduce three senior living communities across Bengaluru and other areas in South India. The forthcoming developments are projected to have a gross development value (GDV) of around ₹750 crore, with two of the three projects integrated into larger township developments. “This collaboration marks a significant milestone in our efforts to broaden Brigade Group’s presence in senior living,” stated Pavitra Shankar, Managing Director of Brigade Enterprises. Published On Feb 27, 2026 at 07:16 AM IST Join over 2 million industry professionals. Subscribe to our newsletter for the latest insights…

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Karnataka RERA Targets Unregistered Projects, Highlights Gaps

BENGALURU: The Karnataka Real Estate Regulatory Authority (K-Rera) has ramped up its efforts to monitor unregistered developments, aiming to pinpoint violations, confirm project status, and take action against non-compliant promoters to protect homebuyers. Notices have been sent to validate project status and registration, uncovering that some were eventually registered. Data from K-Rera indicates that 765 complaints about unregistered projects have been lodged in Karnataka since 2021. Of these, orders were issued in 440 cases, while 325 remain at various stages of hearing and processing. Officials noted that a significant portion of complaints pertains to projects that either do not physically…

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RLDA to Lease Yeshwantpur Land for Residential Project

Representative AI image BENGALURU: To bolster its revenue, the Rail Land Development Authority (RLDA) plans to lease 34,517 sqm of railway land in the Yeshwantpur railway colony. According to the RLDA’s request for proposal, a 99-year lease is set for residential development, which involves constructing apartments. The selected developer will also oversee the redevelopment of the railway colony, part of the Bengaluru division of South Western Railway (SWR), which currently houses 316 employee quarters. The project, estimated at Rs 119 crore, will have the revenue generated from residential properties shared between the developer and RLDA. “Both railway quarters and private…

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Google Secures 2.6 Million Sq Ft at Alembic City, Bengaluru

BENGALURU: Google is expanding its presence in Bengaluru’s Whitefield by securing approximately 2.6 million square feet at Alembic City, highlighting its long-term commitment to the area. In October 2024, Google IT Services India leased around 650,000 sq ft at this location, and under the agreement, the landlord is obligated to “hold and reserve” three additional blocks—Annex Tower, Office Block Tower G, and Office Block Tower B—exclusively for Google, according to documents from Propstack. The contract states that “the lessor shall not, during the term of this right, negotiate or agree to lease the reserved blocks to any third party” unless…

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Over 2,200 Unsold Homes by Bengaluru Development Body

BENGALURU: Despite being priced lower than similar offerings from private developers, thousands of flats and villas built by the Bangalore Development Authority (BDA) on the city’s outskirts are finding it hard to attract buyers. Currently, 2,294 units remain unsold even years after completion. The BDA has made various efforts to stimulate sales, such as hosting property fairs, providing bulk discounts, and offering a 5% rebate on selected projects, yet the response from potential buyers has been underwhelming. Residents attribute the lack of interest mainly to inadequate infrastructure. Many housing developments are devoid of essential amenities like proper road access, street…

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Bengaluru’s civic bodies meet just 57.96% of property tax goal

BENGALURU: The tax collection landscape in Bengaluru reveals a stark contrast between the South and North regions. With only a few weeks remaining in the financial year, the city’s five corporations have collectively gathered just 57.96% of their property tax target for the fiscal year 2025-26, highlighting a significant gap between expectations and actual revenue. The South corporation has proven to be the strongest performer thus far. It has collected ₹745.33 crore against a goal of ₹1,228.85 crore, achieving 60.65%—the highest rate among all five corporations. They’ve steadily maintained this momentum leading up to the year’s end. Conversely, the North…

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Karnataka RERA Warns Builders About Project Updates

BENGALURU: In a significant move to protect homebuyer rights and promote compliance, the Karnataka Real Estate Regulatory Authority (K-RERA) has taken action against 155 promoters in the state for failing to submit their required quarterly reports. This crackdown serves as a stern warning to builders who do not provide timely updates on their projects. Promoters who do not comply may face penalties of up to 5% of the total estimated project cost along with Rs 25,000 for each quarter missed. However, the 155 builders have not yet been officially labeled as defaulters. A K-RERA officer stated, “If they do not…

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Bengaluru Authority Auctions 7 Properties Over ₹437 Crore Tax Dues

BENGALURU: If you haven’t settled your property tax dues with the Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA), be cautious—you might lose your unit in a public auction. In a significant move against defaulters, GBA auctioned off seven properties within the East and North City Corporation limits on Saturday to recover longstanding tax arrears. Despite numerous notices and recovery efforts by the former BBMP and the five new corporations under GBA, many property owners still fail to make tax payments. With tax dues reaching ₹437 crore across nearly 7,000 units in the city, authorities have decided to resort to property auctions as a…

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Home Sizes Up 17% in Two Years Across Seven Major Cities

NEW DELHI: The average size of apartments in India’s top seven cities has increased by 17% over the past two years, highlighting a shift towards larger units and a growing premium housing market, according to Anarock Research. The report indicates that the average flat size rose from 1,420 sq ft in 2023 to approximately 1,676 sq ft in 2025. The National Capital Region (NCR) topped the list with a steep increase of 30%, with average unit sizes growing from about 1,890 sq ft in 2023 to around 2,466 sq ft in 2025, driven by a notable rise in luxury offerings.…