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Aug152026 by FWMNo Comments

Asian Paints Celebrates the Spirit of India Through the Colours We Call Our Own, this Independence Day

Friday, Aug 14, 2026 17:50:27Some Colours give us the Freedom to paint our own Identity Mumbai, Maharashtra, India (NewsVoir) This Independence Day, Asian Paints unveils its latest print campaign, "5000+ Colours of Freedom", a tribute to the colours that shape India's homes and the people who live in them. At the heart of the campaign is a striking visual collage of homes from across the country, with three homes rendered in the saffron, white, and green brings alive India’s identity using Asian Paints' colour swatches. The visual brings together the colours of the nation and the colours reflected on millions of Indian homes, celebrating the idea that our homes are a reflection of who we are. The campaign's evocative message, "Yeh Rang Hi Humara Asli Pata Hai," reinforces how ...

Aug152026 by FWMNo Comments

Puravankara Q1FY27 revenue surges 63% to ₹877 crore; PAT at ₹25 crore.

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Friday, Aug 14, 2026 17:56:43Pre-sales up 28% at ₹1,439 crore; adds ₹5,200 crore of GDV in BengaluruBengaluru: Puravankara Limited (NSE: PURVA | BSE: 532891), one of India's most trusted and admired real estate developers, reported a strong start to FY27, backed by improving realisations and disciplined execution across its residential and commercial portfolio.Puravankara reported a Profit After Tax (PAT) of ₹25 crore in Q1FY27, compared to a loss of ₹69 crore in Q1FY26, while EBITDA margin expanded to 25% from 15%. The company handed over 745 homes covering 0.94 msft during the quarter, up from 667 units in Q1FY26, sustaining the execution momentum built through FY26.Total revenue for Q1FY27 stood at ₹877 crore, up 63% YoY from ₹539 crore in Q1FY26. Operating inflows for t...

Aug122026 by FWMNo Comments

Bengaluru East Sets Aug 22 Waste Compliance Deadline; Issues Vetted Vendor List for Landowners.

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Bengaluru: 12 August 2026Avail Private Services to Clear Waste from Vacant Sites – D.S. RameshWith the objective of making Bengaluru East City Corporation a clean, beautiful and liveable city, the “Freedom from Waste” Campaign has been launched from 1 August. As part of the campaign, the Corporation is undertaking an ongoing drive to clear waste, construction waste and debris from public places, roads and other locations within the Corporation limits, said Commissioner D.S. Ramesh.As part of the Freedom from Waste Campaign, vacant site owners within the Corporation limits had already been informed through various media platforms to clear waste, construction waste and debris from their respective sites by 15 August. In the public interest, this deadline has now been extended up ...

Aug122026 by FWMNo Comments

India faces nearly USD 35 Billion Annual Renewable Financing Gap; InvITs Offer Untapped Opportunity: Knight Frank India

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India’s renewable energy capacity has increased 5X to 237 GWs since 2016InvITs emerge as a key financing solution for renewable energy Less than 2% of operational renewable capacity has been monetised through InvITsMumbai, August 11, 2026: Knight Frank India, in its latest research study, Deepening InvITs for Capital Recycling in Renewable Energy, cited that India faces an annual renewable energy financing gap of nearly USD 35-bn[2]as the country progresses towards its 500 GW non-fossil fuel energy capacity target by 2030. India's non-fossil fuel capacity, led by renewables, has increased fivefold over the past decade, from 59 GW in 2016 to 300 GW as of July 2026. The country needs to add nearly 200 GW over the next four years, requiring annual capacity additions of around 50 ...

Aug122026 by FWMNo Comments

Bunkhouse Hotels Launches “Vote Y’all” Campaign to Encourage Voter Registration.

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The beloved hospitality brand brings voter registration events to Austin that inspire civic engagement, in collaboration with MOVE Texas [Chicago, IL – August 11, 2026] – Bunkhouse Hotels has announced the launch of Vote Y'all, a civic engagement campaign encouraging Texans to register to vote ahead of the October 2026 voter registration deadline. Beginning in August, the initiative will bring voter registration opportunities to Austin Motel and Carpenter Hotel, alongside a social media campaign across Bunkhouse Hotels’ channels, limited edition “Vote Y’all” retail benefitting MOVE Texas’s voter registration work, and three "Vote Y'all" billboards throughout Austin to inspire civic participation.Bunkhouse Hotels have long created gathering places that serve both travelers and the comm...

Aug122026 by FWMNo Comments

Karnataka Government Extends Vacant Site Cleanup Deadline to August 22, Advises Owners to Hire Private Contractors to Avoid High Penalties.

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BENGALURU: (Aug 12The Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA), in coordination with BDA, BESCOM, KRIDE, BMRCL and KIADB, has intensified efforts to make Bengaluru cleaner and improve public spaces under the “Freedom from Waste” campaign.As part of the campaign, 100 trucks and 25 excavators have been deployed across the city to clear illegally dumped debris, overgrown weeds and other waste from public spaces. So far, the campaign has resulted in the removal of more than 30,000 tonnes of debris and overgrown vegetation.Building on the the Campaigns that are already in progress for footpath clearance and abandoned vehicle removal, this campaign is another step towards the objective of restoring public spaces and making Bengaluru cleaner, safer and more accessible.However, sustained ...

Aug122026 by FWMNo Comments

Bengaluru East City Corporation Fast-Tracks High-Density Corridors and ITPL Road Infrastructure Projects.

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Bengaluru: 12 August 2026Priority for Integrated Development of Major Roads and Infrastructure Projects: Lokhande Snehal SudhakarA progress review meeting was held under the leadership of Additional Commissioner Lokhande Snehal Sudhakar to review the progress of various major road, junction development and infrastructure projects being undertaken by B-Style within the jurisdiction of Bengaluru East City Corporation.The meeting reviewed and discussed in detail the progress, technical aspects, inter-departmental coordination and execution of various key infrastructure projects, including the Hennur–Bagalur Road, Horamavu Service Road, roads under the High-Density Corridor, ITPL Road, Hope Farm–Old Madras Road, Outer Ring Road junction improvements, and the Yeshwanthpur–K.R. Puram...

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Dr. Rajendra K.V,.Commissioner of Bengaluru West City Corporation Mandates Daily Ground Inspections for Bengaluru West Markets.

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Malleshwara, Rajajinagar Markets Under Scrutiny as BWCC Demands Strict Lease EnforcementBengaluru, August 12:Dr. Rajendra K.V., Commissioner of Bengaluru West City Corporation, held a meeting today at the Corporation office regarding the Corporation's Market Department.He instructed the officials to inspect the overall condition, including the maintenance and grievances of shops in the markets under both divisions of the Corporation, and submit a report.Ensure that lease rules are not violated (such as sub-leasing, etc.) in all markets under the Corporation's jurisdiction, including Malleshwara Market, Devaiah Park Market, Rajajinagar Shopping Complex, and Gayatrinagar Market. Verify rate revisions and payments. If the buildings are not in good condition, take necessary act...

Aug122026 by FWMNo Comments

Green debt’s share in REITs doubled to 12% during 2022-26; sustainability-led funding momentum remains strong: ICRA

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Green debt in REITs grew sevenfold to ~Rs. 8,400 crore in March 2026 from ~Rs. 1,200 crore in March 2022August 11, 2026- -ICRA expects sustainable financing to play an increasingly important role in the funding strategy of Indian real estate investment trusts (REITs) over the medium term, supported by a high proportion of green-certified assets, growing environmental, social and governance (ESG) commitments, rising preference of investors for sustainable investments and evolving regulatory frameworks. Reflecting this trend, outstanding green borrowings of Indian REITs increased sharply to around Rs. 8,400 crore as of March 2026 from approximately Rs. 1,200 crore in March 2022, doubling the share of green debt in total REIT borrowings to about 12% from 6% during the period. ICRA expect...

Aug112026 by FWMNo Comments

Gopal Rathi, Founder, Anchor Realty NRI, on Why NRIs Are Prioritising Control Over Ownership in Indian Real Estate

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New Delhi,India-For decades, Indian real estate has remained a preferred investment for the global Indian diaspora, serving as both an emotional anchor and a long-term financial asset. However, as overseas families become increasingly global and geographically dispersed, many NRIs are recognising the limitations of informal property management arrangements, leading them to seek greater transparency, accountability and professional oversight.Traditionally, property ownership among the Indian diaspora has been driven by emotional ties, retirement planning and wealth creation. However, changing family dynamics, geographical distance and increasing asset values have highlighted the limitations of informal property management arrangements, prompting many NRIs to reassess how their...