India Retail Leasing Hits 3.1 Mn Sq Ft in Q1 2026; 46 Mn Sq Ft Pipeline Signals Next Growth Cycle

India’s retail leasing touched 3.1 million sq ft in Q1 2026, led by metro cities, while a 46 million sq ft pipeline is set to fuel long-term sector growth.

NCR Malls Near Full Occupancy, Mumbai Retail Rents Jump 20% YoY

NCR malls are operating at near full occupancy while Mumbai retail rents have surged up to 20% year-on-year, highlighting strong demand and limited supply in India’s premium retail market.

India’s Flexible Workspace Sector Set to Grow 16–18% to 145 msf by FY28, Says CRISIL Ratings

India’s flexible workspace market is set for strong growth, with capacity expected to reach 145 million sq ft by FY28, driven by rising demand for hybrid and cost-efficient office solutions.

Office Demand Surges But Construction Crashes 36% in Q1 2026 Amid West Asia Crisis

India’s office real estate market saw a sharp 36% drop in new construction in Q1 2026, even as leasing demand surged 20%, tightening vacancies and pushing rentals higher across major cities.

Office Vacancy Falls to 13.85%, Lowest Since 2020: Demand Surges While Supply Shrinks

India’s office vacancy has fallen to 13.85%, the lowest since 2020, driven by strong demand and limited supply. With rents rising and premium spaces tightening, the market is shifting in favour of landlords.