Bengaluru | February 2026 — Puravankara Limited has officially launched a new premium residential development in Electronic City, Bengaluru, reinforcing strong developer confidence in one of the city’s fastest-growing residential corridors. The launch reflects continued momentum in Bengaluru’s housing market, driven by sustained IT sector employment and improving infrastructure connectivity. Strategic Location in a Key […]
Bengaluru, February 18, 2026 – In a significant policy shift aimed at addressing long-standing grievances from plot owners, the Bangalore Development Authority (BDA) has overhauled its penalty system for undeveloped or vacant allotted sites. The authority has replaced the previously uniform 10% levy—based on the prevailing guidance value—with a more equitable graded penalty structure ranging […]
Bengaluru – February 2026New insights into the city’s housing market show a clear shift in how buyers define value. Rising prices and lifestyle pressures now push homebuyers to choose shorter commutes and functional homes over luxury finishes and premium interiors. Prices Rise Across Key Residential Segments Residential property prices in Bengaluru continue to climb across […]
India’s real estate sector is set to witness a strong revival in public market activity in 2026, with property developers planning initial public offerings (IPOs) worth an estimated $3.3 billion. The move reflects renewed confidence in the sector, driven by sustained housing demand, improving balance sheets, and favourable capital market conditions. Industry experts say this […]
After nearly six decades of legal and political contention, the Bangalore Turf Club (BTC) has formally agreed to relocate its iconic racecourse from central Bengaluru to a new site in Tumakuru.The move follows a prolonged court battle involving land ownership, lease terms, and the future use of one of the city’s most valuable parcels of […]
Shares of major real estate developers with significant exposure to Bengaluru declined sharply on 13 February, falling by up to around 4% as investors reacted to growing concerns over turbulence in the technology sector. The sell-off reflected fears that disruption driven by artificial intelligence (AI) and uncertainty around IT hiring could spill over into real […]
Bengaluru: The Karnataka government is preparing to update its rent legislation to clearly define the rights, duties, and penalties applicable to landlords and tenants. The move aims to reduce growing conflicts in the rental market and improve investor confidence in both residential and commercial leasing. Officials said the proposed changes will bring greater transparency to […]
Koramangala’s 3rd Block, long regarded as one of Bengaluru’s most desirable residential pockets, is now being informally dubbed “Billionaire Street” as ultra-high-net-worth individuals and prominent tech founders gravitate toward the leafy inner-city enclave. Sky-high property values and a tightly held housing stock have turned the neighbourhood into a symbol of luxury demand within the city’s […]
Bengaluru: Homebuyers across Karnataka have urged the state government to introduce clearer timelines and stronger enforcement mechanisms in the proposed Karnataka Apartment Bill to safeguard their rights on title transfer, apartment association registration, and compliance with Real Estate Regulatory Authority (RERA) norms. Buyer groups say the new legislation must remove long-standing ambiguities that have allowed […]
Bengaluru, February 9, 2026 — In a significant move to promote vertical development and optimize land use, the Karnataka government has expanded building norms in designated industrial areas by allowing a higher Floor Area Ratio (FAR) of up to 5.2. The revised regulations are expected to transform Bengaluru’s skyline and draw fresh investment into high-rise […]
