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ASBL Hosts India’s Biggest Real Estate Event Bringing Thousands of its Customers Together

ASBL Hosts India’s Biggest Real Estate Event Bringing Thousands of its Customers Together

News, PROPERTY MATTERS
Friday, Dec 26, 2025 10:12:31 | ASBL Hyderabad, Telangana, India (NewsVoir)      ASBL hosted India’s biggest real estate event - ASBL Family Day 2025 at Anvaya Conventions in Hyderabad’s Financial District, bringing together thousands of customers and their families in what industry observers are calling the largest customer-focused gathering in Indian real estate history. The scale and intent of the event mark a clear industry first. No other real estate developer in India has organized a customer celebration of this magnitude, positioning ASBL Founder and CEO Ajitesh Korupolu as the only developer to pioneer large-scale post-possession customer engagement at this level. Breaking with Industry Convention Real estate developers across India typically conclude customer relationship...
Barbeque Nation Opens New Outlet at Global Malls Divinity, RR Nagar, Bengaluru Expands Central Bengaluru Presence

Barbeque Nation Opens New Outlet at Global Malls Divinity, RR Nagar, Bengaluru Expands Central Bengaluru Presence

LIFE & ARTS, Lifestyle, News
India’s leading casual dining brand continues rapid expansion with a new location in one of the city’s busiest shopping destinations Bengaluru, December 24th , 2025: Barbeque Nation, one of India’s most loved casual dining chains, has launched its 20th outlet in Bengaluru, this time at Global Malls of Divinity, RR Nagar, Bengaluru, a landmark retail and entertainment destination in the heart of the city. With this launch, Barbeque Nation strengthens its presence in South India, bringing its signature “live-on-the-table grill” concept and buffet-style dining experience to more guests across the city. The outlet features a welcoming ambiance and vibrant seating, designed to create a casual, family-friendly dining experience. On the occasion, Mr. Rahul Agarwal, CEO, Barbeque Nation H...
Bangalore Welcomes a New Community-Focused Hospitality Space

Bangalore Welcomes a New Community-Focused Hospitality Space

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Wednesday, Dec 24, 2025 15:12:53 Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], December 24: The Legacy Brewing Company, one of Asia’s largest brewing destinations, has opened its doors in Rajarajeshwari Nagar, Bangalore. Founded by Bharath V C, Chitti Babu, and Bhavana V C, the brewery marks the family’s most ambitious hospitality venture to date, built on a legacy spanning multiple properties and generations. With an unprecedented capacity of 4,000 seats, The Legacy Brewing Company is envisioned as more than just a brewery. Designed as a landmark neighborhood destination, the space seamlessly transitions from a family-friendly gathering spot during the day to a vibrant brewing and social destination in the evening. The brewery places strong emphasis on quality and sourcing. From premium brewing...
Strong year-end push drives India’s office leasing past 70 msf mark in 2025, a 6% YoY rise: Colliers India

Strong year-end push drives India’s office leasing past 70 msf mark in 2025, a 6% YoY rise: Colliers India

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Bengaluru drives close to one-third of 2025 demand: Delhi NCR, Hyderabad, Chennai & Mumbai account for 13-16% share each Quarterly demand at India level breaches 20 million sq ft, a 20% increase compared to the previous quarter Technology firms drive 37% of conventional space uptake; Flex space demand meanwhile touches 13 million sq ft in 2025 New supply remains steady at 56.5 million sq ft during 2025, a 5% YoY rise Overall vacancy levels drop by 49 basis points; Average rentals meanwhile firm up by up to 15% YoY across major cities Bengaluru, 24 December 2025: India’s office market continued to scale up in 2025, with Grade A office leasing across the top seven cities surpassing 70 million sq ft. Leasing activity, in fact, touched 71.5 million sq ft, marking a 6% yea...
Around 60% GCC Bases Operate from Green-Certified Grade-A Flex Centers, Accelerating Flex Premiumization – Vestian

Around 60% GCC Bases Operate from Green-Certified Grade-A Flex Centers, Accelerating Flex Premiumization – Vestian

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New Delhi, 22nd December 2025:  In recent years, India has emerged as a prime destination for global organizations to establish their operations, whether to optimize costs or tap into the country’s growing domestic market. According to Vestian Research, India currently hosts over 1,750 GCC companies with nearly 3,800 bases, resulting in a demand for more than 40% of the total office space over the past two years. To capitalize on the rising demand, flex operators, with their ability to respond quickly to evolving business needs and dynamic growth trajectories, have positioned themselves as strategic partners for businesses across various stages of growth. As per Vestian’s report, more than 475 out of the 1,400 flex centers across major Tier-1 cities currently host GCC bases. GCCs Cataly...
Puravankara announces acquisition of 53-acre land parcel in Bengaluru with GDV of over Rs 4,800 crores

Puravankara announces acquisition of 53-acre land parcel in Bengaluru with GDV of over Rs 4,800 crores

News, PROPERTY MATTERS
Tuesday, Dec 23, 2025 11:12:15 Bengaluru, 23 December 2025: Puravankara Limited (NSE: PURVA | BSE: 532891), one of India’s most trusted real estate developers, has acquired a 53.5-acre land parcel in Anekal Taluk, Bengaluru, further strengthening its presence in one of the city’s emerging residential growth corridors. The acquisition is aligned with the company’s strategy to expand across Bengaluru micro-markets, supported by improved infrastructure, strong connectivity, and sustained end-user demand. Commenting on the development, Ashish Puravankara, Managing Director, Puravankara Limited, said, “This acquisition is part of our ongoing efforts to systematically add quality developable land to our launch pipeline across strategic micro-markets. This reflects our disciplined appro...
Institution of Valuers (IOV) and CROTIS India Enter into Strategic Collaboration to Strengthen Quality and Trust of Valuers in India’s Property Ownership Services Marketplace

Institution of Valuers (IOV) and CROTIS India Enter into Strategic Collaboration to Strengthen Quality and Trust of Valuers in India’s Property Ownership Services Marketplace

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Chennai, 22-Dec-2025 — The Institution of Valuers (IOV) and CROTIS, India an ownership services marketplace powered by Chennai based 5gX Global Proptech Pvt Ltd, have entered into a strategic collaboration aimed at strengthening professional governance, quality assurance, and trust of valuers across India’s property ownership ecosystem. The collaboration establishes a structured mechanism through which IOV will support CROTIS India in verifying the credentials, qualifications, and professional standing of valuers registered or intending to register on the CROTIS India marketplace. The initiative seeks to promote a safe, transparent, and verified ownership services marketplace for corporates and other end-users seeking valuation and allied ownership services. Commenting on the partners...
BMW presents the sixth edition of Kochi-Muziris Biennale

BMW presents the sixth edition of Kochi-Muziris Biennale

Architecture, LIFE & ARTS, Lifestyle, News
Saturday, Dec 20, 2025 11:12:15 | BMW Since its very first edition in 2012, BMW has been official partner of the Kochi-Muziris Biennale (KMB). Nikhil Chopra with HH Art Spaces curates ‘For The Time Being’ features 66 artists projects from more than 25 countries. Kochi. Since its very first edition in 2012, BMW has been official partner of the Kochi-Muziris Biennale (KMB). For the sixth Kochi-Muziris Biennale, the Kochi Biennale Foundation is curated by Nikhil Chopra with HH Art Spaces featuring 66 artists projects from more than 25 countries. The biennale opened to public on 12 December 2025 and will last for a period of four months. Mr. Hardeep Singh Brar, President & CEO, BMW Group India said, “The BMW Group India is proud to continue its partnership of the sixth edition ...
Signify Lights up Bangalore: Strengthens Premium Lighting Presence with Three New Philips Smart Light Hubs

Signify Lights up Bangalore: Strengthens Premium Lighting Presence with Three New Philips Smart Light Hubs

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Saturday, Dec 20, 2025 11:12:34 -Bangalore, Karnataka, India (NewsVoir)      Tapping India’s dynamic customer base, Signify (Euronext: LIGHT), the world’s leading lighting company, marks the grand inauguration of three new Philips Smart Light Hubs (SLH) in Bangalore. Launched on a single day, these strategic additions highlight Signify’s commitment to delivering innovative and immersive lighting experiences to consumers, architects, and interior designers across the city. As consumers increasingly gravitate towards premium, design-led and smart lighting solutions, Bangalore stands out as a pivotal market. As India’s innovation and IT capital, Bangalore has a high concentration of tech-forward customers who are early adopters of smart home automation and place strong value on modern, ...
Celebrities, Aamir Khan and Ranbir Kapoor have invested in QWEEN, India’s First Self-Discovery Experiential Luxury Jewellery Brand

Celebrities, Aamir Khan and Ranbir Kapoor have invested in QWEEN, India’s First Self-Discovery Experiential Luxury Jewellery Brand

LIFE & ARTS, Lifestyle, News
With strategic backing from Aamir Khan and Ranbir Kapoor, QWEEN launches to redefine experiential luxury through 100% natural diamond and gemstone jewellery. BANGALORE, India, Dec. 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Bollywood icons Aamir Khan and Ranbir Kapoor have invested an undisclosed amount in QWEEN, India's first 100% natural self-discovery experiential luxury jewellery brand launching in February 2026. Their participation follows the ₹1000 crore strategic investment by Rosy Blue and Kashikey Co. Ltd., signalling strong conviction in the brand's long-term potential, giving the brand a foundation of trust and credibility. Kashikey, the 100-year-old Japanese luxury retailer helped QWEEN with their initial investment and later Rosy Blue with six decades of sourcing expertise became the supply ch...