Morgan Stanley is considering investing in a 1.6 million sq ft office space development in Mumbai's Bandra Kurla Complex, marking their first commercial sector investment in India.
US-based private equity firm Blackstone, along with HDFC and Embassy Realty, plans to purchase a Business Park in Bangalore for $367 million.
Blackstone anticipates a substantial profit of approximately ₹210 Cr from its joint venture with Embassy Property Developments in Bangalore, marking a significant Indian real estate investment.
Foreign investors are poised to inject $4-5 billion into the Indian real estate market, focusing on Bangalore, Delhi, and Mumbai, according to Jones Lang LaSalle.
Office space absorption in Bangalore fell by 24% in 2012 compared to 2011 due to weaker demand from the IT and ITeS sectors, impacted by the global economic slowdown.
AMP Technologies expands globally, launches India office to aid real estate investors with cloud-based asset management.
Blackstone is in final talks to acquire Bangalore's Vrindavan Tech Village for Rs.900 crore. The IT park boasts major tenants like Cisco and Nokia, with Blackstone aiming to capitalize on rental income.
Sahara India's bid for a 30-year lease of Air India's Mumbai headquarters was rejected. Air India aims for shorter leases to retain control and avoid the fate of Sears Tower.
Bangalore's Outer Ring Road (ORR) is booming as a commercial real estate hub, driven by strong IT sector demand and limited office space, according to a Jones Lang LaSalle India report.
Anil Ambani's Reliance Group partners with China's Dalian Wanda Group to develop real estate projects in Mumbai and Hyderabad, marking the first Chinese real estate investment in India.
Indian real estate anticipates recovery from a slow 2012, fueled by retail FDI policy. Increased demand for retail spaces is expected to drive construction and boost commercial real estate.
Blackstone Group LP is preparing to launch a new real estate fund targeting the Asian market, aiming to expand its commercial real estate presence in the region.
Exilion, a real estate firm, intends to purchase Nokia's headquarters in Espoo, Finland for approximately ₹1218 Crore, with Nokia leasing it back as part of cost-cutting.
Bombay Realty is showcasing its Island City Center project at the Dubai Indian Property Show. The project in Dadar, Mumbai offers luxury residences, commercial spaces, and amenities, targeting NRIs and HNIs.
Air India's plan to lease vacant floors in its Nariman Point headquarters faces challenges due to tough market conditions, but the Civil Aviation Minister remains confident. The plan aims to raise funds by leasing or selling properties in Delhi and Mumbai.
India's real estate sector must focus on energy-efficient constructions to alleviate power shortages, potentially saving billions by 2020, as reported by NRDC and exemplified by Andhra Pradesh's building efficiency code.
Pune's office space demand remains largely stable, driven by IT and ITES sectors. Experts anticipate absorption to reach 4 million sq. ft. by year-end, with CBD areas seeing rental increases.
Odisha real estate developers welcome the government's decision to allow 51% retail FDI, believing it will boost the real estate sector and the state's economy.
Odisha real estate developers welcome the government's decision to allow 51% FDI in retail, believing it will boost the real estate sector and the state's economy.
Mumbai's real estate firms are selling smaller office spaces due to declining demand from corporates and financial institutions, turning to professionals for sales.
Commercial real estate demand rebounded in India during Q3 2012. Bangalore led office space absorption, followed by Hyderabad and Mumbai. Rental markets remained stable.
India's real estate growth sparks concerns over rising energy consumption, with buildings accounting for 32% of total electricity usage, prompting calls for better implementation of Energy Conservation Building Code
Motilal Oswal plans to raise a 500-crore residential real estate fund, IREF-II, offering debt and equity funding. Despite a market dip in PE investments, they aim for a 25-27% return over four years.
West Bengal government plans to allow real estate builders to resume construction of townships after a six-month halt. The state may grant 14Y clearance for projects if 51% is set aside for commercial purposes.
Private equity (PE) firms, once major real estate investors, now seek exits due to low returns. Over-optimism and soaring valuations have led to challenges, prompting caution.