Month: September 2026

Sep292026 by FWMNo Comments

9-month office space demand at 54.4 msf; Q3 2026 leasing also picks up by 7% on QoQ basis: Colliers India.

Office demand reaches 18.7 msf during Q3 2026, shows notable growth both on an annual and quarterly basisBengaluru continues to drive leasing with average quarterly space uptake of around 5 msf since 2025 During Jan-Sep 2026, India office market sees 7% YoY rise at 54.4 msf of leasing Flex space operators drive 23% of demand during Jan-Sep 2026 with 12.6 msf of space uptake; technology firms continue to dominate conventional leasing followed by BFSI firms During Jan-Sep 2026, new supply shows a modest 1% YoY growth at 41.7 msf across the top 7 markets Bengaluru, 28 September 2026: Office space demand across India’s top seven markets remained firm throughout the first three quarters of 2026, pushing cumulative leasing to 54.4 million sq ft, a 7% Year-on-Year (YoY) rise. ...

Sep272026 by FWMNo Comments

Bengaluru to Compete with Mumbai for Mega Concerts; Govt in Talks with BookMyShow and Brigade Group.

News

Thinking of building a 'Karnataka Mantapa' on the model of Bharat Mantapa: CM DK Shivakumar Tourism can only be successful if there is commitment and enthusiasm. Need for proper utilization of natural and cultural resources Government committed to promoting tourism Bengaluru, September 27: "The government is considering building a 'Karnataka Mantapa' near the metro station, near Jakkur, Mysore Lamps or NGEF, on the model of the Bharat Mantapa in Delhi," said CM DK Shivakumar. He was speaking while inaugurating the first Karnataka Tourism Awards ceremony held at the Palace Grounds on Sunday as part of World Tourism Day celebrations. "Tourism is a feast for the eyes and the mind. Our state's environment is our greatest asset. Our government is encouraging tourism, including art, cultu...

Sep262026 by FWMNo Comments

Bengaluru Central Orders 15-Day Lockout Ultimatum for Delinquent Retail Tenants at K.R. Market Hub.

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Municipal Redevelopment: Bengaluru Central Corp Approves Concreting and Structural Overhaul for K.R. Market.During a meeting held today to review cleanliness, solid waste management, removal of encroachments on footpaths, electricity connections, toilets and other development works at K.R. Market in the Chamarajapet Division of Bengaluru Central City Corporation, Commissioner Shri Jagadish G. directed officials to take several important measures to improve cleanliness and public amenities, provide necessary infrastructure without causing inconvenience to traders and the public, and take strict action against violations.Special Focus on Continuous Cleanliness and Waste ManagementAs a large quantity of waste is generated during business activities at K.R. Market, the Solid Waste ...

Sep262026 by FWMNo Comments

Contractor Non-Compliance: Bengaluru West Corp Slaps ₹54 Lakh Fine Over Neglected Streetlight Maintenance

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Bengaluru West Municipal Review: Strict Directives Issued to Enforce Public Utility Compliance.Bengaluru, September 25, 2026:-Dr. Rajendra K.V., Commissioner of Bengaluru West City Corporation, held a progress review meeting at the Corporation office today regarding various ongoing works under the Corporation's limits.He issued strict instructions that Executive Engineers across all divisions of the Corporation, in coordination with officials from the Electrical Department, Forest Department, Solid Waste Management Department, and Advertisement Department, must inspect and identify issues regarding public infrastructure—including potholes, footpaths, waste management, bus stops, and electric poles—within their respective divisions and take prompt action to fix them.He state...

Sep252026 by FWMNo Comments

Planning to Buy a Luxury Home This Festive Season? Watch Out for These NCR Micro-Markets

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Delhi NCR, India-Sep 25, 2026 15:29 ISTIn NCR, however, luxury homebuyers are looking beyond the broad Gurugram and Noida labels and comparing specific micro-markets. Connectivity, infrastructure, social amenities, housing formats, developer reputation, and the potential for long-term value are influencing the decision.NCR’s evolving luxury housing landscape, with premium micro-markets offering distinct propositions across Gurugram, Noida, Ghaziabad, Greater Noida and South Delhi.Recent market data shows the shift. In 2025, Gurugram’s luxury housing segment registered transactions worth Rs. 24,120 crore for homes priced at Rs. 10 crore and above. For buyers looking for a luxury home, these are the NCR premium addresses to examine, each offering a different proposi...

Sep242026 by FWMNo Comments

Architect and Design Educator Jabeen Zacharias Joins Anant National University as Professor of Practice

Architecture

Thursday, Sep 24, 2026 15:53:38Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India (NewsVoir) Anant National University has appointed renowned architect, interior designer, design educator and institutional leader Jabeen Zacharias as a Professor of Practice. With over four decades of professional experience, Zacharias brings to Anant a distinctive combination of design practice, education, advocacy and institutional leadership.Architect and Design Educator Jabeen Zacharias Joins Anant National University as Professor of PracticeAs Chief Architect of Jabeen Zacharias Architects, she has led more than 300 successful projects across hospitality, institutional, corporate, museum, cultural and residential sectors. She has also contributed extensively to design education in India through teaching, advocac...

Sep242026 by FWMNo Comments

With 5M+ Paid Enrollments, PhysicsWallah Unveils Regional Language Playbook for South India Push.

Business & Finance

Alakh Pandey Sets Two-Year Vision to Take PhysicsWallah’s Education Model Deep into South IndiaBangalore/Chennai/Delhi, September 23, 2026: “For the next 24 months, my life will be dedicated to students in South India, and I will be stationed here,” announced Alakh Pandey, teacher, founder, and CEO of PhysicsWallah (PW).The announcement marks a strategic expansion for the education company—India’s fastest-growing EdTech company listing within five years of inception—boasting the country's largest and most engaged student community.Addressing students at a recent event in Tirupati, Alakh Sir (as he is popularly known) shared his vision to empower learners across the nation to dream bigger. “Through our platform, I want to provide them the tools required to realise their pote...

Sep222026 by FWMNo Comments

Canara Bank Issues Public Advisory Ahead of Proposed Nationwide Strike from September 28–30.

Business & Finance

Public Advisory on Banking Services During Proposed Bank StrikeCanara Bank advises customers across the country to plan their banking transactions in advance and make maximum use of digital and alternate banking channels during the proposed nationwide bank strike from 28 Sep 2026 to 30 Sep 2026.Customers are encouraged to complete urgent branch-based transactions before the strike period to avoid inconvenience.Customers may conveniently access banking services through:UPI and QR-based payments Mobile Banking and Internet Banking ATMs and Cash Deposit Machines (CDMs) Debit and Credit Cards Point of Sale (PoS) terminals Bharat Bill Payment System (BBPS) Business Correspondents (BCs) and Customer Service Points (CSPs)Customers requiring cash withdrawals...

Sep222026 by FWMNo Comments

‘Puravankara Enters Delhi-NCR, Secures 13.44-acre Land Parcel in Greater Noida with Rs 5,200 Crore GDV Potential’

Business & Finance

Bengaluru: Puravankara Limited (NSE: PURVA | BSE: 532891), one of India’s most trusted and admired real estate developers, has entered the Delhi-NCR real estate market with the allotment of a 13.44-acre land parcel in Greater Noida through its wholly-owned subsidiary, Prudential Housing and Infrastructure Development Limited. The parcel has a saleable potential of ~4.57 million sq. ft. and an estimated Gross Development Value (GDV) of approximately Rs 5,200 crore. The entry into Delhi-NCR marks a significant step in Puravankara’s strategy to expand into high-growth residential markets beyond Southern and Western India, leveraging its strong brand and five-decade legacy of trust, quality and execution.Commenting on the development, Ashish Puravankara, Managing Director, Puravankara Limi...

Sep222026 by FWMNo Comments

Madhya Pradesh Rolls Out ₹8,000 Crore Incentive Package to Back India’s First Telecom Manufacturing Zone

Business & Finance

Department of Telecommunications Hosts Third Investors’ Roundtable in Bengaluru for Telecom Manufacturing Zone Focusing on Investment, Innovation and Domestic Manufacturing Union Minister of Communications Jyotiraditya Scindia and Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh Dr. Mohan Yadav Chair Investors Roundtable in Bengaluru “24 companies already on board, propose to invest ₹5,500 crore in Gwalior Telecom Manufacturing Zone”: Union Minister Shri Jyotiraditya Scindia Industry Engagement Focuses on Strengthening Domestic Telecom Manufacturing and Innovation Ecosystem; ~₹700 crores committed in Bengaluru Investor Roadshow for TMZ, Gwalior The establishment of India’s first integrated Telecom Manufacturing Zone (TMZ) is in line with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Vision of Aatmanirbhar Bharat a...