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Aug182026 by FWMNo Comments

Waste to Woods: Raichur Reclaims 22 Acres with Miyawaki Transformation .

18 AUG 2026 2:40PM by PIB DelhiRaichur in Karnataka, has transformed the 35-acre Yakalaspura dumpsite into a green asset through scientific legacy waste remediation under the Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban 2.0 (SBM-U 2.0). ~ 62,252 MT of waste has been processed and nearly 22 acres of valuable urban land, has been reclaimed so far. The restored site now supports sustainable land use, including a vibrant Miyawaki forest, demonstrating how former dumpsites can be converted into thriving ecological spaces.Under the SBM–U 2.0, cities across India are undertaking the transformation of legacy dumpsites into productive and environmentally sustainable spaces. In Raichur, Karnataka, this vision has been realized through the successful remediation of the Yakalaspura dumpsite, once a symbol ...

Aug182026 by FWMNo Comments

Prime Office Rents Rise Across India’s Gateway Markets; Bengaluru Among APAC’s Top Performers: Knight Frank APAC Prime Office Rental Index

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Bengaluru records highest rental growth at 10.7% YoY among Indian office marketsFlex operators account for over 30% of leasing across Bengaluru, Delhi-NCR, Mumbai Prime office vacancies remain stable despite over 7 mn sq ft new completionsMumbai, August 17, 2026: Knight Frank, in its latest edition of the Asia-Pacific Office Highlights – Q2 2026, reported that India's leading office markets continued to record healthy occupier demand in Q2 2026, with Bengaluru, Mumbai and Delhi-NCR collectively leasing 9.8 mn sq ft of office space. While leasing moderated from the exceptionally high levels seen in 2025, demand remained robust, supported by stable vacancy levels despite more than 7 mn sq ft of new office completions during the quarter.Prime office rents continued to stren...

Aug182026 by FWMNo Comments

India’s senior living market likely to exceed INR 1 trillion by 2030, almost 4X times current levels: Colliers

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Demand for senior housing to reach ~30 lakhs units by 2030, driven by evolving demographic shiftsOrganized supply can potentially increase from around 25,000 units currently to 1 lakh units by 2030 Penetration rate in the segment to rise from above 1% currently to ~4% in next 3-4 years Leading real estate developers & investors to deploy more than INR 130 billion for senior living projects in next 3-4 years 30-40% of the anticipated new project launches are likely to be in Tier II/III cities & spiritual hubsNew Delhi, 18 August 2026: India’s senior living market has emerged as one of the most promising alternative real estate asset classes in the country supported by growing demand for age-focused housing and increasing participation from developers, healthcare o...

Aug172026 by FWMNo Comments

Piqué-Backed FYERS American Gambits To Anchor Global Chess League 2026 In Bengaluru.

LIFE & ARTS, News

Appointment reinforces franchise’s global ambitions, as chess continues evolution into globally scalable, commercially compelling and culturally influential sportFYERS American Gambits set to compete at Global Chess League 2026 in Bengaluru in September with roster of Indian and international stars including Javokhir Sindarov, Nihal Sarin and Daniil DubovBengaluru, 17 August 2026:FYERS American Gambits, one of the leading franchises in the Global Chess League, has announced that football icon and entrepreneur Gerard Piqué has joined the franchise as a strategic shareholder, reflecting the organisation's long-term ambition to contribute to the continued global growth of chess.A FIFA World Cup winner with Spain and one of the most decorated players of his generation, Piqué b...

Aug162026 by FWMNo Comments

HiLITE Group Launches ‘Mandara Women’s Wellness.

LIFE & ARTS, Lifestyle, News

For booking inquiries, clinical consultations, or further details regarding residential retreat programs, visit www.mandarawellness.in/contact or call +91 99612 00055.Calicut, Kerala, IndiaHiLITE Group, leading real estate and infrastructure developer, has officially launched ‘Mandara Women's Wellness, (www.mandarawellness.in/) India's first AI-integrated holistic wellness retreat created exclusively for women. Building on over three decades of innovative developments across commercial, retail, and residential sectors, including India’s largest World Trade Center development, WTC Kozhikode, HiLITE Group first expanded into healthcare with Elanine Women's Hospital. Mandara represents the next evolutionary phase of this vision, establishing a dedicated nurturing destination designe...

Aug162026 by FWMNo Comments

L&T Finance Unveils Gold Loan Campaign Featuring Brand Ambassador Jasprit Bumrah

Business & Finance, News

Mumbai, Maharashtra, IndiaIntroduces three commercials to drive awareness for Gold Loan offerings with the tagline ‘Koi Bhi Sapna Hold Mat Karo, L&T Finance Gold Loan Karo’ Launches an Integrated Marketing Campaign in key markets in eight states and one union territory.L&T Finance Ltd. (LTF), one of the leading retail financiers in the country, introduced three new TV commercials (TVC) with the tagline, ‘Koi Bhi Sapna Hold Mat Karo, L&T Finance Gold Loan Karo,’ featuring its brand ambassador, Jasprit Bumrah. Through this campaign, LTF will drive awareness for its Gold Loan offerings and empower individuals, micro-entrepreneurs, and households to unlock the value of their idle gold to fuel their growth, aspirations, and dreams. L&T Finance laun...

Aug162026 by FWMNo Comments

Aura World Brings Aura Vantaje – One of Sohna Road’s Last Commercial Investment Opportunities

News, PROPERTY MATTERS

Gurugram, Haryana, IndiaSohna Road has changed considerably over the past two decades. What was once seen as an emerging commercial corridor has gradually become one of Gurugram's most established business addresses. Residential projects came up; offices followed; schools and hospitals added to the catchment; and, over the years, much of the available land was occupied. Today, sizeable land parcels for organised commercial developments are increasingly difficult to come by. In that sense, Aura Vantaje arrives at a time when Sohna Road is offering one of its last opportunities to own organised commercial real estate.Aura Vantaje to redefine what commercial investment looks like on Sohna Road-Located in Sector 48, Aura Vantaje is a two-acre luxury commercial develop...

Aug162026 by FWMNo Comments

Janhvi Kapoor Becomes the Face of Renaissance Goa Hotel

LIFE & ARTS, Lifestyle, News

Janhvi Kapoor steps into the story of Renaissance Goa, anchored in Renaissance's philosophy of discovery Mumbai, Maharashtra, IndiaRenaissance Goa hotel – part of Marriott Bonvoy has announced a collaboration with actor Janhvi Kapoor, marking a significant new chapter for the property. The collaboration brings together one of Indian cinema's most versatile contemporary actors with a hotel that has since opening in January 2026, positioned itself as a design-led address in Goa.Step into a world of timeless elegance at Renaissance Mumbai Convention Centre Hotel, where luxurious interiors, refined details and unforgettable experiences come together.The property's identity carries through its physical details: a cherry blossom installation in the lobby, brass orchids...

Aug162026 by FWMNo Comments

DRA Becomes First to Adopt Tamil Nadu’s Presence-Less Property Registration, Advancing Digital Homebuying

News, PROPERTY MATTERS

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, IndiaAccelerates faster, transparent, and secure transactions while eliminating physical dependencies. Enables buyers to complete registrations seamlessly, even on auspicious days and public holidays.In a significant step aligned with the Government of Tamil Nadu’s digital transformation agenda, DRA, one of Chennai’s fastest-growing residential developers, has established the required infrastructure at its head office and successfully commenced presence-less property registration and e-sale deed services for its customers from Februrary 18th, 2026. With this, the company is the first developer from CREDAI Tamil Nadu to adopt the state’s digital registration framework, STAR 2.0, marking a shift toward more streamlined, remote property transactions....

Aug152026 by FWMNo Comments

Godrej Industries Group unveils new brand film: ‘At Godrej Industries, We craft’.

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Friday, Aug 14, 2026 11:42:29The film captures the shared purpose, people, and ambition that connect the Group's diverse businessesKey takeaways:1. Godrej Industries Group has unveiled its new corporate brand film, 'At Godrej Industries, We Craft', bringing its purpose, 'Crafting tomorrow since 1897', to life2. Produced by Zoya Akhtar and directed by Aakash Bhatia, the film captures the people, businesses and ideas shaping the Group across consumer products, agriculture, real estate, financial services, chemicals and ventures3. The film explores crafting as a mindset rooted in care, imagination and responsibility, reflecting the Group's shared ambition to create, innovate and build for the futureMUMBAI, India, Aug. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Godrej Industries Gro...