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11:24 PMEconomic Times Realty

M3M emerges as highest bidder for Noida land parcels at ₹1,850 crore

Summary

M3M has emerged as the highest bidder for a 12.5-acre mixed-use parcel in Noida’s Sector 108 with a bid of approximately ₹1,850 crore, more than double the ₹835 crore reserve price. DLF was among the other developers competing for the site.

The bid sets a sharp new benchmark for prime Noida land, implying that developers expect

Why it matters

The auction signals that institutional developers are willing to pay a premium for scarce, development-ready land in Noida.

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10:16 AMEconomic Times

Residential realty enters middle cycle as focus shifts to capital deployment, annuity assets: Nuvama

Summary

India's residential property market is entering the middle phase of its current cycle, according to Nuvama Research. Developers are moving from debt reduction toward deploying capital, executing projects and building annuity-generating assets.

The shift from balance-sheet repair to capital deployment marks a change in developer priorities and

Why it matters

The next phase of the housing cycle will be judged by disciplined growth and cash generation, not just deleveraging.

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10:15 AMEconomic Times

House of Hiranandani leases 2.7 lakh sq ft of office space to Accenture in Mumbai Metropolitan Region

Summary

Accenture Solutions has leased 2.72 lakh square feet at House of Hiranandani's commercial project in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region. The 10-year agreement carries a monthly rent of Rs 1.9 crore and was facilitated by JLL India.

A large, long-term lease by a major occupier provides the project with predictable cash flow

Why it matters

Long-duration corporate leases are strengthening the income visibility of Mumbai's commercial real estate assets.

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2:55 PMEconomic Times Realty

SC rejects proposal of Parsvnath Developers for homebuyers, asked it to file another

Summary

The Supreme Court rejected Parsvnath Developers' proposal on flat possession and repayment and directed the company to submit a revised offer. It warned that a High-Powered Committee could be appointed if the builder fails to present an acceptable plan, while also denying the insolvency professional's request to access a frozen bank account.

The rejection keeps Parsvnath under direct judicial pressure and leaves homebuyers without a settlement framework.

Why it matters

Homebuyers gain leverage, but repayment and possession could face further delays unless Parsvnath produces a workable plan.

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10:18 AMEconomic Times

Real Estate GDP share may rise from 8-9% to 15-20% by 2047, headwinds to remain: Knight Frank's Zia

Summary

Real estate could increase its contribution to India's GDP from roughly 8-9% today to 15-20% by 2047. The expansion is expected across housing, offices, warehousing, logistics, education and healthcare, though the sector will continue to face headwinds.

The forecast points to a broadening of real estate beyond residential and office development, with

Why it matters

Real estate could become a substantially larger engine of economic activity, but only if supply and infrastructure bottlenecks are addressed.

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10:14 AMEconomic Times

Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai hold 62% of total office space portfolio owned by listed REITs

Summary

Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai and other leading markets account for 62% of the office space held by listed Indian REITs. Bengaluru has the largest share of its office stock under REIT ownership, while retail and warehousing REITs are widening institutional participation in real estate.

Listed REIT ownership remains concentrated in India's strongest technology and services hubs, giving those markets

Why it matters

REIT concentration is reinforcing the dominance of major office hubs while opening institutional ownership to new property sectors.

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10:12 AMEconomic Times

Signature Global to launch 2 housing projects worth Rs 12,000cr in 2nd half of FY27: Chairman

Summary

Signature Global plans to launch two Gurugram housing projects with a combined value of Rs 12,000 crore in the second half of FY27. The company is targeting strong festive-season sales to support a Rs 10,000 crore annual pre-sales goal despite recording a first-quarter net loss.

The planned launches represent an aggressive expansion of inventory and a major test of Signature

Why it matters

Signature Global is betting that Gurugram demand can support rapid growth even as profitability remains under pressure.

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10:08 AMEconomic Times

Realty firms must adopt scientific temperament, build sustainable housing projects: MoHUA Secy

Summary

The housing ministry has urged developers to adopt sustainable construction practices, including preserving green spaces and installing water recycling systems. It also called for future projects to align with the Delhi Master Plan 2047 and said it would consider industry feedback.

The guidance signals that sustainability and resource management are moving closer to core planning and

Why it matters

Environmental performance is becoming a planning and execution requirement, not merely a branding option for housing developers.

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7:56 AMThe Property Times

Rental Yield Emerges as the Strongest Investment Driver for Residential Real Estate: Magicbricks HSI

Summary

Investors who prioritize rental yield recorded the highest Housing Sentiment Index score, at 119, in the latest Magicbricks survey. The result indicates that recurring income is becoming a stronger motivation for residential property purchases.

Rental yield now appears to be a more powerful investment signal than other stated motivations

Why it matters

Residential demand is shifting toward assets that can generate measurable cash flow, not just capital gains.

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7:32 AMThe Property Times

TERRAY REALTY LAUNCHES TO SET A NEW BENCHMARK IN REAL ESTATE MANDATES AND ADVISORY

Summary

Terray Realty has launched in Bengaluru as a mandate and advisory firm serving property owners, developers and investors. Led by Rayan Munawer, the firm says it will focus on structured, transparent and results-driven transactions.

The launch adds another advisory platform to Bengaluru's increasingly institutional real estate market, where owners

Why it matters

Greater reliance on specialized advisers signals a more professional and competitive property transaction market.

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5:42 AMThe Property Times

GVP Realty Unveils ₹600 Crore+ MANSION XXI, an Ultra-Luxury Sea-Facing Landmark at Bandra Bandstand

Summary

GVP Realty has announced MANSION XXI, a ₹600 crore-plus ultra-luxury residential project at Mumbai's Bandra Bandstand. The 26-storey, sea-facing development is positioned as the company's most ambitious project and a landmark addition to the city's premium housing market.

The project expands Mumbai's luxury market toward branded, landmark residences rather than conventional high-end apartments.

Why it matters

MANSION XXI signals continued developer confidence in Mumbai's ultra-luxury housing demand and the rising value of landmark projects in prime coastal locations.

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