REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT
Concorde acquires 1.6 acre land in Bengaluru
Concorde, a real estate developer based in Bengaluru, has purchased a 1.6-acre land parcel situated on Sarjapur Road in the city. This joint development project is slated to become a high-end residential complex with an estimated gross development value (GDV) of Rs 200 crore. Earlier in March, Concorde also acquired a 4.5-acre plot in Thanisandra, Bengaluru.
By 2027, no of branded residences projects forecast to increase to 1200: Noesis Capital Advisors Report
While the Noesis analysis shows that the price premium of such residences globally is very high, in comparison, India currently sees a price premium of around 21-40% as per the market. The company said there is no reason to indicate why this number cannot go up in the future.
Amitabh Bachchan buys two luxury apartments in Mumbai’s Borivali suburb
The deal comes immediately after the veteran actor recently purchased three more office properties spread across three floors in a commercial project in Oshiwara locality of Mumbai’s western suburb of Andheri. Bachchan purchased apartments in Borivali worth nearly Rs 7 crores from Incline Realty, a subsidiary of Oberoi Realty. These apartments spread over 2,188 sq ft are located on the 57th floor of the tower, the same floor where his son Abhishek’s apartments are situated.
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Sattva Group to invest Rs 12,000-14,000 crore in diversification over next three years
“The funding for the initiative will be structured with a combination of equity, debt and sales. Approximately 20% of the funding will be in equity, while the remainder will be sourced from debt and sales proceeds,” he told ET. “Our approach to debt is highly prudent and disciplined. The company's primary focus lies on commercial and residential projects, which form the bulk of our portfolio.”
Amitabh Bachchan buys more office properties in Mumbai Andheri suburb
Bollywood legend Amitabh Bachchan expands his Mumbai property portfolio with the purchase of three office spaces in Oshiwara for Rs 60 crore. This acquisition adds to his existing commercial holdings, with a focus on real estate investments alongside other industry figures.
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Krisumi Corporation to invest Rs 2,000 crore in Gurugram residential project
Krisumi Corporation plans a Rs 2350 crore investment in Phases 3 and 4 of Krisumi City, Gurugram, with 1051 luxury units and a 2-acre club. Marketed as a shift to larger, luxury apartments, they expect Rs 4000 crore revenue. The joint venture aims for completion by December 2029, backed by Krishna Group and Sumitomo Corporation
Prestige Estates board okays proposals to raise Rs 5,000 crore
The Bengaluru-based company may either consider creating a real estate investment trust - which could be the first hotel REIT in India - or pursue an initial public offering to monetise the hospitality business. In April, ET was the first to report Prestige Estates' plan to monetise the business. "The firm is also currently evaluating to monetise its hospitality portfolio, which will lead to some value unlocking," Zaid Sadiq, executive director of hospitality at the Prestige Group had said. He could not be reached for comment.
Daibiru creates Gift City fund with Hines, invests Rs 1,000 crore in Gurgaon building
Daibiru Corporation, a subsidiary of Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, has invested Rs 1,000 crore in an upcoming office complex in Gurgaon developed by DLF and Hines. This investment facilitated the exit of Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA), with Hines holding a 33% stake in the joint venture. The project, named Atrium Place, spans 2.88 million square feet across 11.76 acres and is slated for completion in 2025.
Nisus Finance invests Rs 155 cr in affordable housing project in Surat
Nisus Finance has invested over Rs 155 crore in a late-stage affordable housing project by Dharmadev Group in Surat, Gujarat. The project is part of a larger layout on a 12-acre land parcel, comprising 4.5 million sq ft. Nisus has invested through its Real Estate Special Opportunities Fund-1 managed by Nisus BCD Advisors LLP.
Real estate prices set to soar in Amaravati with fillip from new govt in Andhra Pradesh
After a dormant period, Amaravati's real estate market is poised for a resurgence following political shifts in Andhra Pradesh. Land deals are escalating as infrastructure projects recommence. CREDAI predicts a doubling of land prices within 18 months, buoyed by renewed government initiatives and local optimism, signaling potential economic revitalization.
Brigade Enterprises to invest Rs 8,000 cr in Chennai by 2030 to build homes, offices, malls, hotels
Brigade also announced the launch of a new project, 'Brigade Icon Residences', which is part of a mixed-use development located in the heart of Chennai's historic Mount Road. The GDV will be over Rs 1,800 crore. In Chennai, Brigade Group has already completed over 5 million square feet across residential, office, hospitality and retail real estate. Its flagship project, World Trade Center Chennai, is over 90 per cent leased.
MahaRERA keeps registration of 1,750 lapsed housing projects in abeyance
The Maharashtra Real Estate Regulatory Authority (MahaRERA) has put the registration of 1,750 lapsed housing projects on hold across the state and plans to take similar action on 1,137 more projects. The Mumbai Metropolitan Region leads with 761 projects affected, followed by Pune with 628. Homebuyers are advised caution, with a list of affected projects available on MahaRERA's website.
Realty Co Total Environment has raised Rs 1600 crore from top lenders
Total Environment has paid off approximately ₹2,070 crore of debt raised from top-tier financial institutions, driven by robust residential sales.
Realty hopes reforms, infra development continuity as Modi 3.0 takes charge
Industry players and experts are emphasizing the need for tax rationalization and reduced approval costs to foster a more conducive environment for investment and development.
Real estate sector pushes for tax rationalisation and reduced approval cost as Modi 3.0 set to take oath
With Narendra Modi set to take oath as Prime Minister for the third time, the real estate industry has high expectations from Modi 3.0. The interim budget announced a boost for affordable housing by adding 2 crore more houses to the PMAY-U scheme. Experts emphasize the need for policy reorientation, cost reductions, and tax rationalization to accelerate growth. Industry leaders stress the need for government intervention to drive further growth, including reforms in GST and revisiting affordable housing definitions.
India emerges a top five destination for realty FDI
India ranked among the top five global destinations for cross-border capital in land and development site investments in the March quarter, with foreign investors accounting for about 55% of the inflows, according to real estate services firm Colliers. Significantly, 73% of new foreign investments targeted ready assets, as reported in Colliers' latest Asia Pacific Global Capital Flows report.
PropTech investment reaches $4.6 billion since last decade
PropTech firms have seen a significant growth in investment since FY 2011, with a total of $4.6 billion in the last 14 years. This growth is attributed to the transformative impact of technology on the real estate industry, driving efficiency and innovation. Despite global economic uncertainties, PropTech firms' funding experienced a marginal dip in FY 2024, with investments totaling $657 million, down from $683 million in FY 2023. The shared economy and construction technology segments have emerged as leaders in the PropTech space, with 55% and 23% of the overall private investments in FY 2024, respectively.
Godrej Properties sells 5% in Godrej Green Homes to Godrej Fund Management
Godrej Properties sells 5% equity stake in Godrej Green Homes to Godrej Fund Management and Investment Advisors for Rs 46.70 crore.
Holiday home demand tapers off as rentals fall
Goa is becoming a first-home market with interest from businessmen and startup founders. Luxury second homes are in demand, especially in locations like Porvorim. Coonoor Estates is developing high-end luxury homes for buyers looking to settle down.
AU Real Estate to invest Rs 600 crore in luxury residential project in Ghaziabad
AU Real Estate will invest Rs 600 crore in "The Sunflower," a luxury residential project in Aditya World City, Ghaziabad. The project will feature five towers with 30 floors each, offering a total of 595 units spread over 6.94 acres. The property will have 3 and 4 BHK apartments ranging from 2700 to 4000 square feet. It will also include a 70,000 sq ft lobby area in each tower. The company plans to fund the project through sales receivable and internal funds, capitalising on the post Covid surge in residential real estate demand.
GIC, Xander buy Allianz-Shapoorji Pallonji JV’s Hyderabad IT SEZ WaveRock for Rs 2,200 cr
In May 2023, ET first reported that global insurance and asset management major Allianz Group and Shapoorji Pallonji Group were looking to exit the IT Special Economic Zone (SEZ) property and that GIC had emerged as the frontrunner to acquire the 2.4-million-sq-ft asset.
Sameera Group lines up Rs 500 cr for senior living
Real estate developer Sameera Group has earmarked ₹500 crore as investments over the next five years to set up 1,000 senior living homes across South India, the company said. For developing the senior living homes, city-based Sameera Group has signed a memorandum of understanding with Vedaanta Senior Living that aims to create high-quality senior living communities, a company release said on Sunday.
Union Bank invests Rs 250 crore in Hyderabad realty co’s luxury housing project
Company’s project The Megaleio will be spread in over one million sq ft area and will need to Rs 800-900 crore. While the funding raised from the bank will be used to start the construction, balance work will be done through the sales receivable, which is more than Rs 1,200 crore.
India data center boom to drive 10 million sq ft realty demand by 2026
Cloud Service Providers (CSPs), which furnish information technology infrastructure primarily for data storage and computing power via the Internet, have adjusted their strategies to accommodate AI-driven demand. These providers have also disclosed plans for increased investments to support AI-driven growth.
Nexus REIT in talks to buy Marina Mall in Chennai
Nexus Select Trust in talks to acquire The Marina Mall in Chennai, developing a diverse portfolio with Grade-A malls in Hyderabad. Plans to double assets to 20M sq ft in 5 years, reflecting India's retail growth and mall consumption surge.
JV Ventures forays into healthcare-dedicated infrastructure platform; plans to open 75 centres in next 5 years
JV Ventures diversifies into healthcare infrastructure with The Medical Centre (TMC), investing $600 million for 75 centers. Raja Jain appointed CEO. Vishal Goel and Jasmeet Singh Chhabra express optimism. TMC to offer specialized services in major Indian cities.
Brookfield India REIT inks pact to acquire Bharti JV stake, funding through listed units
Brookfield India REIT acquires 50% stake in Bharti Enterprises' real estate joint venture in New Delhi, adding Grade A assets and increasing operating area by 16%. Ankur Gupta, Managing Partner at Brookfield, emphasizes the diverse portfolio.
Certus Capital commits Rs 400 crore through three real estate investments
Institutional real estate investment firm Certus Capital has finalised investments worth over Rs 400 crore through three real estate funding transactions. The funding is part of its plan to invest Rs 1,000 crore through secured credit in India’s real estate sector in 2024-25.
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