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Umiya Buildcon Buys 20,000 Sq Ft in Bengaluru CBD

Representative AI image NEW DELHI: Umiya Buildcon has acquired a 20,000 sq ft plot in Bengaluru’s central business district (CBD), located off Cunningham Cross Road, for a residential development. The site offers a built-up potential of approximately 55,600 sq ft, and, upon completion, the project is anticipated to contribute nearly ₹200 crore to Umiya’s financial standing. The acquisition coincides with a period of projected steady growth in Bengaluru’s residential market. A recent analysis by ICRA indicates that the city’s housing market is set to see a 3–5% increase in area sold in FY2026, primarily driven by sustained demand in mid-income…

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OpenAI Leases 50-Seater Office with CorporatEdge in Delhi

US-based OpenAI has selected Delhi for its inaugural office in India, leasing a 50-seater space from premium flex workspace provider CorporatEdge, according to two sources familiar with the matter. This August, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman announced plans to establish an office in India. The sources indicated that the company specifically sought a location in Delhi, ruling out the business hubs of Gurugram and Noida. “This deal underscores the significance of AI firms as substantial players in commercial real estate moving forward,” one source remarked. “These companies tend to favor managed office spaces over traditional office setups.” OpenAI did not respond…

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GCCs to Lease 50-55 Million Sq Ft in FY26-FY27: ICRA

Representative image NEW DELHI: ICRA, a leading rating agency, anticipates that global capability centres (GCCs) will lease an additional 50-55 million square feet of Grade A office space during FY26-FY27, which could account for 38-40% of overall office demand in the top six markets: Bengaluru, Chennai, National Capital Region (NCR), Hyderabad, Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR), and Pune. Furthermore, ICRA predicts that the number of GCCs will increase from about 1,700 currently to over 2,500 by 2030, generating upwards of $100 billion in revenue and expanding workforce capacity by 1.5-2.0 times. The rapid growth of GCCs has become a significant growth…

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Banks Boost Loans to Wealthy for Mortgage Growth

MUMBAI: To spark mortgage growth, banks are focusing on the luxury housing market, designing tailored loan products to cater to increasing demand for high-end properties in major cities and their affluent suburbs. “The premium segment continues to thrive, and that is where the growth lies,” stated Manu Singh, head of housing finance at Kotak Mahindra Bank. “Buyers are seeking larger, luxury homes, often looking for second or third residences in Alibaug or Gurgaon. We view home loans as relationship products; our goal is to be a trusted banking partner for the affluent throughout this journey.” In Mumbai and Delhi, luxury…

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Fit-Outs: The New Revenue Engine for Flexible Offices

Office fit-outs are increasingly becoming a significant revenue source for operators of flexible workspaces. In the first half of 2025, India saw a steady 3% rise in fit-out costs across its top eight cities. According to Cushman & Wakefield, India remains one of the most cost-effective locations for office fit-outs in the Asia-Pacific region, making it an appealing market for businesses looking to expand their workspaces. With a gross leasing of 42 million square feet during this timeframe, the sector is poised to exceed 90 million sqft of leasing activity annually for the first time. “The increasing need for customized…

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Eaton Technologies Secures 1.5 Lakh Sq Ft Lease in Pune

Representative image Eaton Technologies, the Indian subsidiary of global intelligent power management firm Eaton Corporation, has secured over 150,000 sq ft of office space in an IT park located in Pune’s Baner area through a 10-year long-term lease. The transaction is expected to incur an estimated rental expense exceeding Rs 250 crore for the duration of the lease, with an option to lease an additional 47,000 sq ft in the same complex. The company is set to establish its Global Capability Center (GCC) at this location. This deal aligns with the increasing trend of multinational corporations committing to large office…