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Dec242025 by FWMNo Comments

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

Bengaluru drives close to one-third of 2025 demand: Delhi NCR, Hyderabad, Chennai & Mumbai account for 13-16% share eachQuarterly 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 citiesBengaluru, 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...

Dec232025 by FWMNo Comments

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...

Dec232025 by FWMNo Comments

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

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Tuesday, Dec 23, 2025 11:12:15Bengaluru, 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...

Dec232025 by FWMNo Comments

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...

Dec202025 by FWMNo Comments

BMW presents the sixth edition of Kochi-Muziris Biennale

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Saturday, Dec 20, 2025 11:12:15 | BMWSince 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 ...

Dec202025 by FWMNo Comments

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, ...

Dec192025 by FWMNo Comments

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

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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...

Dec192025 by FWMNo Comments

Compliance with Fire and Electrical Safety Measures Mandatory During Christmas and New Year Celebrations: Pommala Sunil Kumar

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Bengaluru, Dec. 19:2025-In view of the Christmas and New Year celebrations, the Commissioner of Bengaluru North City Corporation, Shri Pommala Sunil Kumar, has issued strict directions mandating compulsory compliance with fire safety and electrical safety measures during the organization of events at all malls, pubs, five-star hotels, bars and restaurants within the city corporation limits.Addressing a meeting held today at the Mini Vidhana Soudha, Yelahanka, with owners and representatives of all malls, pubs, five-star hotels, bars and restaurants, the Commissioner emphasized that, in the interest of public safety, all establishments must strictly adhere to fire and electrical safety norms while organizing events. He further instructed them to ensure effective crowd management and...

Dec182025 by FWMNo Comments

“IDENTIFY COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS WITH PENDING REVENUE DUES AND INITIATE SEALING ACTION AGAINST DEFAULTERS.”- Ranganath, Additional Commissioner (Revenue) , Central City Corporation.

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Bengaluru, Dec. 18:Ensure Proper and Efficient Management of GPS: RanganathA training workshop for Revenue Department staff deputed to operate the GPS system was organised today by the Bengaluru Central City Corporation at the Puttanna Chetty Town Hall Auditorium.Addressing the training workshop, Additional Commissioner (Revenue) of the Central City Corporation, Ranganath instructed Revenue Department officials to ensure accurate and efficient implementation of the GPS system. He also directed them to identify commercial buildings with pending revenue dues and to initiate sealing action against defaulters.On the occasion, Joint Commissioner Hemant Sharan, Deputy Commissioner Raju, along with Revenue Department officers and staff, were present.

Dec182025 by FWMNo Comments

Make Comprehensive Preparations for the Pulse Polio Programme: Dr. Rajendra K. V.

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Bengaluru, December 18,2025-The Commissioner of the West City Corporation, Dr. Rajendra K. V., has instructed officials to make all necessary and comprehensive preparations to successfully implement the four-day Pulse Polio Programme in the West City Corporation limits.Addressing a meeting held today at the Malleshwaram IPP Centre to review the preparatory measures required for the Pulse Polio Programme, the Commissioner emphasized that the programme, to be conducted over four days, should be implemented smoothly and without any lapses. He directed health officials to ensure meticulous planning and execution to achieve complete coverage.As part of the Pulse Polio Immunization Programme scheduled from December 21 to December 24, the West City Corporation has set a target to admi...