Technology Sector Anchors 40% of India’s Office Leasing in H1 2025

India’s commercial real estate market is being anchored by the technology sector, which contributed 40% of overall office leasing in H1 2025 across the top seven cities, says Colliers India. Large-sized deals (≥100,000 sq. ft.) remain dominant, led by tech occupiers, while Bengaluru and Hyderabad alone drive nearly half of the country’s tech demand, underscoring their dominance as global IT hubs.

Pradeep Gupta Buys ₹131 Crore Luxury Flat in Lodha Sea Face, Worli

Pradeep Gupta of Anand Rathi Financial Services and his wife Priti Gupta have acquired a ₹131 crore luxury flat in Lodha Sea Face, Worli. The 40th-floor residence spans 979 sq. m. and includes seven car parks, making it one of Mumbai’s biggest luxury property transactions of 2025.

Kolkata Home Sales Surge: 33% Jump in July Registrations, Small Flats Drive Demand

Kolkata’s property market is on the rise. Home registrations jumped 33% in July 2025, with compact flats under 500 sq. ft. driving more than half of sales. South Kolkata led with the highest share, while Rajarhat and Khardaha topped the list of most active locations.

MahaRERA Tribunal Holds Ex-Partner as ‘Promoter’, Affirms Allottee’s Rights in RERA Battle

In a key ruling, the MahaRERA Appellate Tribunal has held a former partner in a real estate firm to be a ‘promoter’ under the RERA Act, rejecting his plea to waive the mandatory pre-deposit before appeal. The decision affirms the rights of an allottee in a delayed possession dispute and reinforces the legal safeguards built into RERA.

Danube Properties Extends 1% Monthly Payment Plan to Office Buyers with New Dubai Sports City Project

Danube Properties has launched Aspirz by Danube in Dubai Sports City, a 40-floor mixed-use tower featuring 266 offices and 432 hotel apartments. For the first time, the developer is extending its 1% monthly payment plan to office buyers, a move that could reshape commercial ownership options for SMEs and startups in Dubai.