Railways to Monetise Nearly 20 Acres of Prime Mumbai Land for Over ₹8,092 Crore

The Indian Railways’ Rail Land Development Authority (RLDA) is set to transform Mumbai’s urban landscape by monetizing close to 20 acres of prime railway land in Bandra East, Parel, and Mahalaxmi. This ambitious project, with a targeted value of over ₹8,092 crore, is designed to create a significant non-tariff revenue stream for the railways while injecting a much-needed supply of new commercial and residential properties into Mumbai’s perpetually constrained real estate market. Offered on a long-term, 99-year lease, the initiative aims to attract leading developers through a transparent e-tendering process, signaling a major step in unlocking the value of railway assets for urban growth and infrastructure modernization.

India, Mainland China and Japan Drive 90% of Asia’s Office Leasing in H1 2025

According to a new report by Colliers, India, Mainland China, and Japan were the primary drivers of Asia’s office leasing demand in the first half of 2025, collectively accounting for more than 90% of the total leasing activity.

Ajay Devgn Leases Office Space in Mumbai, Set to Earn Over ₹3.3 Crore in 5 Years

Bollywood star Ajay Devgn has leased a premium office space in Mumbai’s Andheri West, set to earn over ₹3.3 crore in five years. The 2,545 sq. ft. unit, rented to Bombay Design Centre, is part of the Signature by Lotus complex. The deal showcases rising investor interest in commercial property and promising rental yields in key Mumbai micro-markets.

MMRDA’s BKC Plot Auction Fetches Record-Breaking Prices: Sumitomo and Brookfield Secure Prime Land

The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has set a new record with its latest land auction in Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC), fetching prices well above the reserve rate. Sumitomo Corporation acquired two prime plots at ₹4,82,000 per square meter, while Brookfield secured another at ₹3,87,000 per square meter. This historic auction highlights BKC’s growing demand among global investors and reinforces Mumbai’s status as a premier commercial hub.

Bennett Coleman & Co. Ltd. Acquires Four Commercial Spaces in Mumbai for ₹262 Crore

Bennett Coleman & Co. Ltd. (The Times Group) has acquired four prime commercial spaces in Santacruz East, Mumbai, for ₹262 crore. The acquisition, located in Kalpataru Infinia, spans over 43,622 sq. ft. of built-up area and 39,642 sq. ft. of carpet area. Strategically positioned near Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC) with excellent connectivity, this investment underscores BCCL’s commitment to expanding its operational footprint in India’s financial capital.