Planning to buy a branded ultra-luxury residence? Here’s what you should know

Ultra-luxury homebuyers today are spoilt for choice, with a growing number of developers across the country partnering with global brands to cater to well-travelled, discerning HNI buyers willing to spend on exclusivity. Earlier, the branded residences offerings were largely limited to tie-ups with hotel chains, which provided concierge services, 24-hour security, premium landscaping, and even […]

‘NYC will become Mumbai’, warns billionaire tycoon planning to leave city due to Zohran Mamdani

Billionaire property magnate Barry Sternlicht has said his firm is considering moving out of New York following Zohran Mamdani’s election as mayor, claiming other companies are likely to do the same. Barry Sternlicht says New York City will become like Mumbai under Zohran Mamdani. Sternlicht, who chairs the global investment firm Starwood Capital Group, suggested […]

Missed Diwali offers? Smart financial tips for buyers planning to invest in property

Missed the festive offers this Diwali? Don’t worry, it’s never too late to plan your home purchase. Festive deals can be attractive, but buying a home should align with financial preparedness not seasonal discounts. Rohan Jha, a 32-year-old marketing executive in Mumbai, is following a six-month roadmap to successfully buy his first home. He had […]

Urban planning gridlock: Bengaluru’s Outer Ring Road traffic jam offers hard lessons for future city corridors

Once envisioned as a decongesting arterial corridor connecting major IT hubs, Bengaluru’s Outer Ring Road (ORR) has become one of the city’s most gridlocked stretches, a cautionary tale of how rapid commercial expansion without adequate infrastructure planning can hinder a city’s mobility and productivity. Once meant to ease traffic between IT hubs, Bengaluru’s Outer Ring […]