Newsroom
Real-estate news for Bangalore buyers and operators
BestProp's newsroom collects published reporting for people tracking Bengaluru's property market. Use the list to follow policy changes, project updates, and market context with a visible publication date and source-aware article page. This directory is intentionally chronological and selective: an empty state means no article has passed the public publishing path yet, not that unpublished drafts are hidden behind this page. When a story affects a project decision, cross-check its details against the project's published page, the RERA checker, and the editorial policy before acting.
Showing 1–12 of 137 published News articles
Jobs and Bengaluru propertyLowe’s opens a new Bengaluru office, but hiring scale is unstated
Lowe’s India says it opened a new office on 16 October. The company and its report do not state Bengaluru hiring numbers.
Policy and regulationKarnataka draft proposes a 24 metre high rise threshold
A Karnataka Gazette draft proposes a 24 metre high rise definition in zonal regulations. It is not in force until final publication.
India real estate marketRBI reports faster NBFC housing credit growth in September
RBI says NBFC housing loans accelerated in September 2026. The data track credit, not home sales or property prices.
Bengaluru real estateBengaluru plans a digital TDR system for road projects
A Karnataka minister directed officials to digitise Bengaluru TDR applications and transactions. PTI reports no confirmed launch date.
Property taxBengaluru property tax portal lists a 29 November penalty start
The Bengaluru City Corporations property-tax portal lists 29 November 2026 as the penalty start for unpaid 2026 to 2027 tax.
Bengaluru jobs and housingBengaluru Holds 22.6% of GCC Tech Hiring Demand as Skills Shift
Quess’s July–September 2026 report puts Bengaluru at 22.6% of GCC tech hiring demand, even as overall demand fell 3.5% quarter over quarter.
Property tax and income taxEligible Taxpayers Can Report Two House Properties in ITR-1 for AY 2026–27
The Income Tax Department’s AY 2026–27 guidance allows income from up to two house properties in ITR-1, subject to the return’s other eligibility rules.
Government land and housingNLMC Sets ₹829.69 Crore Reserve for Delhi Industrial Land Auction
NLMC’s HIL land auction covers 5.119 acres in Najafgarh. Technical bids are due by 19 November; the stated FSI remains subject to approvals.
India real estate marketIndia Retail Leasing Slows in Q3 as High Streets Take Most Space
Cushman & Wakefield measured 2.22 million sq ft of retail leasing across eight Indian cities in Q3 2026; high streets led while mall leasing fell.
Bengaluru real estateBDA’s November Auction Lists 101 Sites in Nadaprabhu Kempegowda Layout
BDA’s T-16 auction covers 101 NPKL sites, with bidding scheduled for 17–20 November. Verify the notice, site map and payment details before participating.
Jobs and economyGilead opens Bengaluru centre, local hiring count undisclosed
Gilead opened its Bengaluru capabilities centre with artificial intelligence and cybersecurity as reported focus areas. Local hiring numbers were not stated.
Property and income taxForm 141 adds Schedule E for property bought from nonresident sellers
From 1 October, resident individuals and Hindu undivided families can report qualifying property TDS through Schedule E of Form 141.