Shorter Travel Time Becomes New Measure of Housing Value

Shorter Travel Time Becomes New Measure of Housing Value

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 […]

Urban Housing Growth Fuels $3.3 Billion IPO Pipeline

Urban Housing Growth Fuels $3.3 Billion IPO Pipeline

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 […]

State Drafts New Penalty Structure for Rental Violations

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 […]

Tech Wealth Turns Koramangala’s 3rd Block into Bengaluru’s Priciest Residential Pocket

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 […]

Homebuyers Urge Karnataka to Fix Timelines in New Apartment Law

Homebuyers Urge Karnataka to Fix Timelines in New Apartment Law

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 Set for Vertical Growth After FAR Norms Relaxed

Bengaluru Set for Vertical Growth After FAR Norms Relaxed

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 […]

Embassy Developments Announces Six New Residential Projects in North Bengaluru

Embassy Developments Announces Six New Residential Projects in North Bengaluru

Bengaluru, February 2026:Embassy Developments Ltd has unveiled plans to launch six new residential projects in North Bengaluru, marking one of its largest fresh-launch initiatives in recent years. The combined sales potential of these projects is estimated at over ₹10,300 crore, reflecting strong confidence in the city’s housing demand and the growth of northern corridors. Focus […]

Metro Orange Line Case: Judiciary Steps Back, Environment Concerns Remain

Bengaluru, Feb 6, 2026:The Karnataka High Court on Thursday dismissed a public interest litigation (PIL) challenging the revised alignment of Bengaluru’s proposed Metro Orange Line, holding that decisions related to route planning and infrastructure design fall within the domain of urban development authorities. The court, however, advised the authorities to give due consideration to environmental […]

Section 16 Insurance Now Mandatory at Possession, Says RERA Tribunal

Section 16 Insurance Now Mandatory at Possession, Says RERA Tribunal

Bengaluru: In a significant move to protect homebuyers, the Karnataka Real Estate Regulatory Authority (RERA) tribunal has ruled that real estate developers must mandatorily hand over Section 16 insurance documents to apartment buyers. These documents cover construction quality and structural safety of residential projects. Failure to comply will make builders financially liable for any defect […]