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Thursday, July 2, 2026

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11:29 PMEconomic Times Realty

Signature Global evaluating senior living segment

Summary

Signature Global is exploring entry into senior living as a long-term growth vector, but has not made a final decision. The senior living market in India is estimated at $1-2 billion today and could draw $4.8-8.4 billion of investment by 2030, according to Savills India.

Why it matters

Senior living is emerging as a scaled institutional real estate theme, and developer entry can accelerate supply, reshape product positioning, and pull in long-duration capital.

4:56 AMThe Property Times

Indian REITs Association Appoints Shirish Godbole as Chairperson

Summary

The Indian REITs Association appointed Shirish Godbole, CEO of Knowledge Realty Trust, as chairperson with immediate effect. He succeeds Alok Aggarwal, who stepped down after retiring from Brookfield India Real Estate Trust.

Why it matters

Leadership changes at the industry body can alter regulatory priorities that directly affect REIT fundraising, valuations, and investor protections.

2:00 AMEconomic Times Realty

Nisus Finance invests ₹70 crore in three residential projects in Bengaluru

Summary

Nisus Finance invested ₹70 crore from its ₹1,700 crore Real Estate Special Opportunities Fund I into three Bengaluru residential projects being developed by Sumukha Housing. The projects together have an estimated gross development value of about ₹300 crore.

Why it matters

It signals stronger availability of non-bank capital for Bengaluru residential developers, which can accelerate supply and influence pricing power across new launches.

12:11 AMEconomic Times Realty

Maharashtra: New co-op housing society rules include online AGMs, 12% interest cap on maintenance arrears

Summary

Maharashtra has notified new rules for cooperative housing societies that allow annual general meetings to be held online and cap interest on maintenance arrears at 12% per year. The framework also sets clearer procedures for registration, membership, redevelopment, and financial management, with model bylaws to follow for statewide standardization.

Why it matters

These rules reset the balance of power and liabilities inside Maharashtra housing societies, affecting collections, dispute resolution, and redevelopment decisions for millions of urban homeowners.

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