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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.
Hive Hostel

The Hive Hostels to Expand by 3,000 Beds and Digitalize Operations Ahead of IPO

The Hive Hostels plans to add 3,000 new beds by the end of FY 2025 with a ₹10 crore investment and has partnered with Crib to digitalize its operations in preparation for an upcoming IPO. The company is also introducing Aurus – Luxury Student Residences, featuring luxury design and top-tier amenities, marking a new era in student accommodation.
Rapid-urbanisation-of-Thane

Qubit’s Navigo Facilitates ₹510 Crore in Real Estate Sales

Qubit’s Navigo has made a remarkable impact on the real estate market, facilitating ₹510 crores in sales within nine months of its launch. This innovative 3D visualization tool is projected to drive sales over ₹5000 crores by September FY 25 and is expanding into Pan-India and UAE markets. With features like 360-degree walkthroughs and real-time geospatial mapping, Navigo is setting new standards in real estate visualization and sales.
Investment in Indian real estate

Arka Launches ₹500 Crore Real Estate Fund in Partnership with Rohan Builders

Arka Financial Holdings, supported by Kirloskar Oil Engines, has unveiled the Arka Hreem Fund, a ₹500 crore initiative designed to enhance equity investments in India’s residential real estate sector. Partnering with Rohan Builders, the fund focuses on Tier 1 cities and Grade A developers, aiming to address the institutional investment gap and drive significant returns for investors.
Microsoft land acquisition Pune September 2024

Microsoft Invests ₹520 Crore in Prime Pune Land Parcel

Microsoft has acquired a 16.4-acre land parcel in Pune’s Hinjewadi for ₹519.72 crore, marking a significant investment in India’s commercial real estate sector. This purchase, registered in August 2024, is part of Microsoft’s broader strategy to enhance its data center operations and infrastructure across key Indian IT hubs, following similar investments in Pimpri-Chinchwad and Hyderabad.
Flex Office spaces

Flex Spaces to Play Major Role in Office Expansion, Survey Reveals

A recent survey by Colliers India reveals that over 80% of office occupiers intend to increase their use of flex spaces in the next 3-5 years. This shift highlights a growing preference for flexible work environments and strategic locations in major cities, with large corporates increasingly adopting flex spaces for core business operations.