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Monday, July 20, 2026

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11:11 PMEconomic Times Realty

ED attaches 389 properties worth ₹240 crore in Grand Venezia money laundering case

Summary

The Enforcement Directorate provisionally attached 389 immovable properties worth ₹240.03 crore in a money laundering case tied to Bhasin Infotech and Infrastructure, Grand Venezia Commercial Towers, and related individuals. Authorities estimate the properties' current market value at over ₹700 crore.

Why it matters

Large-scale attachments can instantly impair project cash flows and titles, turning a legal case into a balance-sheet shock for everyone tied to the assets.

7:59 AMEconomic Times Realty

SC gives Parsvnath Developers one week to deposit dues to homebuyers, warns next step is jail

Summary

The Supreme Court gave Parsvnath Developers one final week to deposit homebuyer dues, requiring the full amount with 12% interest. The court warned that failure to comply will lead to imprisonment of the company's directors.

Why it matters

Personal liability for directors can reset incentives in stalled-project cases and accelerate cash recovery for homebuyers.

4:30 AMEconomic Times Realty

Smartworks leases over 1,100 seats to L&T Technology Services in Pune

Summary

Smartworks expanded its existing relationship with L&T Technology Services by leasing more than 1,100 additional seats in Pune. The expansion is expected to generate about ₹55 crore in rental revenue over 60 months.

Why it matters

It signals that flex workspace is becoming a mainstream expansion channel for big corporate tenants, supporting demand and cash flows in key office hubs like Pune.

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