ACME Solar Holdings Ltd clarified that its 300 MW solar power project in Rajasthan is operating without any transmission or evacuation constraints. The company said the project has received effective long-term General Network Access, allowing it to evacuate its entire capacity through dedicated transmission infrastructure. While several solar projects in the state are currently dependent on temporary grid arrangements due to pending transmission links, ACME�s project is not affected. The commissioning of a key transmission line has also eased grid constraints for thousands of megawatts of solar capacity across Rajasthan.Read more

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) conducted an online lottery for 426 residential units under the Development Control and Promotion Regulations 2034, with 373 applicants selected and 362 placed on a waiting list. Successful applicants are being notified through email, followed by official letters for document verification. BMC also plans another draw for 296 units across the city. This move reinforces the civic body�s efforts to make affordable housing accessible to Economically Weaker Section (EWS) and Low-Income Group (LIG) applicants, addressing the long-standing demand for inclusive homes in Mumbai.Read more

The Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) has approved layouts and finalised prices for commercial, hospital, and group housing plots in Gomtinagar Extension. These plots will be offered through an e?auction starting later this month, allowing online registration via the LDA portal. Sector?7 behind the Police Headquarters features 11 group housing and one commercial plot, while Vibhuti Khand near 1090 Chauraha includes five commercial plots and one hospital plot. Two additional group housing sites on Butler Palace Road, Dalibagh, are also part of the auction. Reserve prices reflect the premium location and infrastructure of the area.Read more

Inox Wind has secured a 102.3 MW wind turbine supply order from ABREL EPC Ltd, a subsidiary of Aditya Birla Renewables. The order involves the supply of 3.3 MW wind turbine generators for projects being developed in Karnataka. The deal strengthens Inox Wind's position in the utility-scale renewable energy segment and reflects continued investment by large corporate groups in clean energy capacity. The company stated that the association aligns with India's broader energy transition goals and supports long-term decarbonisation efforts, while also expanding Inox Wind's growing customer base.Read more

Coldwell Banker India has appointed Bengaluru-based Value Add Realty as its area developer for Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Goa, expanding a partnership that has been in place for more than a decade. The appointment gives Value Add Realty, represented by partner Balaji Badrinath, a wider role in overseeing franchise growth, training and operational standards across South India. The move follows the firm's contribution to building Coldwell Banker's presence in Bengaluru and comes as the network prepares to add new franchise partners, including Archstone Ventures in Devanahalli.Read more

Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu conducted a detailed review of ongoing Border Roads Organisation (BRO) projects in the Tawang sector, a strategically sensitive area along the India-China border. The meeting focused on construction progress, operational challenges in high-altitude terrain, and timely completion of roads crucial for defence logistics and civilian mobility. The discussion also highlighted the BRO's contribution to local socio-economic development, disaster response, and tourism. The state government emphasized coordination with central agencies to accelerate infrastructure development in remote border districts.Read more

Jaypee Infratech Limited has received Occupancy Certificates for five more towers at its Kensington Boulevard Apartments project in New Delhi, covering 423 residential units. With this approval, the developer has now secured certificates for 31 towers comprising 3,135 homes, marking steady progress in project delivery. Applications have also been submitted for 11 additional towers with over 1,000 units, with approvals expected soon. The company said it remains focused on meeting timelines outlined in its resolution plan and fulfilling homebuyer commitments. Under the current management, construction activity has accelerated, with tenders awarded for all remaining towers and work progressing to enable timely handovers.Read more

The Airports Authority of India’s high-frequency radar at Dahisar in Mumbai will be relocated to Gorai, a move set to free up around 1,000 acres of land across 6 km for affordable housing projects. The decision, agreed upon by the Civil Aviation Ministry, Maharashtra government, and other stakeholders, aims to overcome building height restrictions imposed by radar installations in Dahisar and Juhu. Over the next five years, an estimated 50,000 homes are expected to be constructed or redeveloped, improving housing availability, urban infrastructure, and employment opportunities in North Mumbai.Read more

The Karnataka government is accelerating growth in the plastics and polymer sector by developing dedicated plastic parks in Mangaluru and Vijayapura, according to Industries Minister M B Patil. The specialised parks will offer modern infrastructure to support manufacturing, research and skill development. A new campus of the Central Institute of Petrochemicals Engineering and Technology will be set up in the Mangaluru park to train skilled manpower and promote innovation. In Vijayapura, around 200 acres will be allocated for plastic units based on industry needs. The initiative aligns with India's rapidly expanding plastics industry and is expected to boost industrial investment, employment generation and demand for purpose-built industrial real estate across the state.Read more

Godrej Properties has recorded housing sales bookings of over INR 2,600 crore in Hyderabad within its first calendar year of operations, marking a strong entry into the city's residential market. The developer launched its first project in Kokapet earlier this year, followed by a second residential development, both of which saw healthy demand for premium and luxury homes. The company sees Hyderabad as a high-growth market backed by stable regulations, infrastructure expansion and steady end-user demand. Godrej Properties plans to scale operations further, backed by new land acquisitions in Kokapet and Kukatpally, strengthening its long-term residential pipeline in the city.Read more