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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.

Taapsee Pannu Buys Apartment in Goregaon West for ₹4.33 Crore

Taapsee Pannu, known for her powerful roles in Pink and Thappad, has bought a luxury apartment worth ₹4.33 crore in Imperial Heights, Goregaon West. The 1,669 sq. ft. unit comes with two car parks and is part of a high-value residential complex with excellent connectivity and amenities.
Mumbai’s office stock hit 169 Mn sq. ft. in H1 2025, with over 50% in Grade B assets. SBDs lead the shift, flex space dominates leasing, and vacancy hits a 10-year low, as per Knight Frank’s Billion Sq Ft report.

India’s Office Fit-Outs 5X Cheaper in Labour, But M&E Costs 38% Higher Than APAC Average

India may offer cost-effective labor for office interiors, but a new JLL report reveals a hidden cost: companies in India spend up to 38% more on essential infrastructure like HVAC and electricals compared to the APAC average. Here’s how Indian cities are reshaping modern workspaces—balancing budget, tech, and sustainability.
Malls in India

16.6 Mn Sq. Ft. of New Mall Space by 2026

India’s retail real estate is witnessing a remarkable resurgence with over 16.6 million sq. ft. of new Grade A mall space expected by 2026 across the top 7 cities. With Hyderabad and Delhi-NCR taking the lead, and 60+ global brands entering the market, demand for organized retail spaces is stronger than ever.
Indian retail

Retail Real Estate Booms in India: 169% YoY Growth in Q1 2025 Leasing Activity

India’s retail sector had a record-breaking start to 2025, with leasing activity soaring 169% year-on-year in Q1. Bengaluru and Hyderabad led the surge, accounting for 60% of leasing volumes. Fashion and domestic retailers dominated the space, while five new malls added 2 million sq. ft. of fresh supply—outpacing all of 2024. With 7 million sq. ft. more mall space expected in the coming quarters, retail real estate is on track for a landmark year.
MHADA

MHADA Waives Interest for 2005 Lottery Winner; Orders Action in Wrong Allotment Case

During its 11th Lokshahi Din, MHADA addressed two critical citizen grievances. A 2005 lottery winner under the Balkum, Thane scheme received a waiver on delayed interest, while officials were directed to take swift action in a South Mumbai property misallocation case. The session underscored MHADA’s ongoing focus on prompt and transparent governance