India’s Data Centre Market Sees $6.5 Billion Investment Surge, 139% Capacity Growth in a Decade

India’s data center industry has experienced exponential growth, attracting over $6.5 billion in investments between 2014 and 2024. With a 139% capacity surge, Mumbai and Chennai now account for 70% of India’s total IT power capacity. As AI, edge computing, and sustainability take center stage, the sector is set for further expansion, cementing India’s position as a global data infrastructure powerhouse.

Cricketer Suryakumar Yadav Bought a ₹21.11 Crore Home in Deonar

Indian cricket star Suryakumar Yadav has made a major real estate investment, purchasing two luxury apartments in Godrej Sky Terraces, Deonar, Mumbai, for ₹21.11 crore. The spacious apartments, spanning over 4,200 sq. ft., come with six designated car parking spaces. With Deonar emerging as a prime residential hotspot, this purchase highlights the growing trend of celebrity investments in Mumbai’s premium real estate market. Read the full report on his latest acquisition.

BFSI sector breaks previous records to lease 13.4 million sq. ft in 2024, amid the best year for office demand in the country

India’s Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance (BFSI) sector reached a historic milestone in 2024, leasing 13.4 million square feet of office space—the highest in a single year. A new report from JLL highlights the sector’s rapid growth, driven by both domestic and global firms, particularly in key financial hubs like Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Delhi NCR. As fintech innovation and digital financial inclusion rise, BFSI is set to play an even bigger role in India’s commercial real estate landscape.

Akshay Kumar Sells Two Apartments in Mumbai for ₹6.6 Crore

Bollywood star Akshay Kumar has made a profitable real estate move, selling two apartments in Oberoi Sky City, Borivali, Mumbai, for ₹6.6 crore. The properties, purchased in 2017, saw an appreciation of nearly 90 percent, reflecting the strong demand for luxury homes in Mumbai’s growing suburban market. This transaction also highlights the increasing interest of Bollywood celebrities in premium real estate investments. Read more about the details of the sale and the booming property trends in Mumbai.

Robust Investments Bolster Warehousing & Logistics Sector in 2024

The Indian warehousing and logistics sector witnessed a remarkable investment surge in 2024, reaching USD 1.96 billion. Driven by quick commerce expansion and infrastructure growth, the sector also saw record absorption of 44.9 million sq. ft. Mumbai and Pune emerged as the biggest gainers, while NCR faced a significant decline.