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Varun Singh, is a Senior Journalist who has extensively covered the Real Estate Sector for over one and half decade. His articles, insights, and opinion on the sector are widely read.
In a sharp rebuke to misuse of public interest litigation, the Bombay High Court on April 8, 2026, dismissed a 13-year-old PIL challenging the redevelopment of a luxury tower on Altamount Road, calling it a private grievance disguised as a public cause. The court noted that the building was already constructed and partly occupied as per valid approvals, with no proven safety hazards.

Developer Sells Half-Built Mumbai Hotel, Then Tries to Blame International Advisor for ₹71 Crore Loss – Bombay High Court Says “No”

A Mumbai developer sold its half-built 5-star serviced apartment project at a heavy loss, then tried to recover ₹71 crore by blaming its international consultant Oakwood. Both the arbitrator and the Bombay High Court ruled it was an afterthought – Oakwood won completely.
Bollywood actor Hrithik Roshan has purchased a ₹28-crore commercial space at Yura in Juhu, acquiring 7,000 sq ft across two floors. The Grade-A development is emerging as a premium office hub for Juhu residents.

Hrithik Roshan Buys ₹28-Crore Office Space in Juhu’s Premium Yura Project

Bollywood actor Hrithik Roshan has purchased a ₹28-crore commercial space at Yura in Juhu, acquiring 7,000 sq ft across two floors. The Grade-A development is emerging as a premium office hub for Juhu residents.
Asia Pacific office leasing rose 11% to 105.5 million sq ft in 2025, with India accounting for 68% of total demand across the region, according to Colliers’ latest market insights report.

Mt. K Kapital Launches USD 450 Million India Credit Fund to Boost Real Estate Investments Across Key Growth Markets

Mt. K Kapital has announced a new USD 450 million real estate credit fund aimed at expanding investments across India’s major real estate markets, including Mumbai, NCR, Pune, and Bengaluru. Backed by strong institutional participation, the firm targets deployment by early 2026.
A new PropEquity report shows housing sales in India’s top 15 tier-2 cities fell 4% YoY in Q3 2025, while new launches declined 10%. Despite the slowdown, sales value rose 4%, reflecting a shift toward premium housing. Ahmedabad led in volumes, while Bhubaneshwar recorded the sharpest fall.

Housing Sales Drop 4% in India’s Top Tier-2 Cities in Q3 2025; New Launches Slide 10%

A new PropEquity report shows housing sales in India’s top 15 tier-2 cities fell 4% YoY in Q3 2025, while new launches declined 10%. Despite the slowdown, sales value rose 4%, reflecting a shift toward premium housing. Ahmedabad led in volumes, while Bhubaneshwar recorded the sharpest fall.
A new JLL report reveals that India’s REIT sector is poised for a massive ₹10.8 trillion growth opportunity across office and retail segments by 2029. With market capitalization crossing ₹1 trillion and REIT portfolios expanding to 174 million sq. ft., India is entering a high-growth REIT cycle supported by strong occupancies and institutional participation.

India REIT Market Crosses ₹1 Trillion Milestone, Eyes a Multi-Year Growth Cycle

A new JLL report reveals that India’s REIT sector is poised for a massive ₹10.8 trillion growth opportunity across office and retail segments by 2029. With market capitalization crossing ₹1 trillion and REIT portfolios expanding to 174 million sq. ft., India is entering a high-growth REIT cycle supported by strong occupancies and institutional participation.