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- Industry News
- May 14, 2026
Mindspace REIT Raises ₹500 Crore Through 10-Year NCDs to Strengthen Long-Term Debt Strategy

Mindspace REIT has raised ₹500 crore through a 10-year non-convertible debenture issuance at a fixed coupon rate of 7.63%. The fully subscribed issue, backed by a leading life insurance company, will help refinance debt, extend borrowing maturities, and improve cash flow predictability amid changing interest rate conditions.
- Industry News
- May 14, 2026
Awfis Expands Chennai Footprint to 28 Centres Amid Rising GCC Demand for Flexible Offices

Awfis has expanded its Chennai portfolio by leasing more than 110,000 sq ft across two new centres at Olympia Crystal and DLF Cyber City. With this addition, the company now operates 28 centres spanning 8.75 lakh sq ft in Chennai, driven by strong enterprise and GCC demand for flexible workspace solutions.
- Industry News
- May 13, 2026
McKinsey Renews Mumbai BKC Office Lease at ₹2.58 Crore Monthly Rent in Landmark 10-Year Deal

McKinsey & Company India LLP has renewed its 35,520 sq ft office lease at Maker Maxity in Mumbai’s Bandra-Kurla Complex for 10 years at a monthly rent of ₹2.58 crore. The deal reflects surging commercial rents in BKC, where global firms like Google, Meta, JPMorgan, and BNP Paribas continue to expand their office footprints.
- Industry News
- May 13, 2026
Smartworks Reports 45% Revenue Growth as GCC Demand Accelerates Enterprise Workspace Expansion

Smartworks Coworking Spaces Ltd. reported a 45% year-on-year revenue jump to ₹520 crore in Q4FY26. The company’s growing focus on enterprise infrastructure and GCC-led demand has expanded its operational portfolio beyond 10.1 million sq ft, though high lease liabilities and elevated valuations continue to draw mixed market reactions.
- Industry News
- May 13, 2026
Flexible Workspace Operators to Invest ₹4,500 Crore as Enterprise Demand Reshapes India’s Office Market

India’s leading flexible workspace operators are expected to invest ₹4,000-4,500 crore to add 15-20 million sq ft of new capacity over the next two financial years. The expansion is being driven by strong enterprise and GCC demand, with flex workspaces projected to account for nearly 25% of office absorption in the coming years.
- Industry News
- May 7, 2026
Flex Spaces Set for 18% Growth as GCC Demand Powers India’s Next Office Boom: Crisil

India’s flexible workspace market is projected to grow 16–18% to 140–145 million sq ft, driven by GCCs, corporates, and startups. With rising occupancy, stable profitability, and strong pre-leasing activity, flex operators are becoming a key driver of office demand despite global and technology-related risks.

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Mindspace REIT Raises ₹500 Crore Through 10-Year NCDs to Strengthen Long-Term Debt Strategy 0
- Industry News
- May 14, 2026
Mindspace REIT has raised ₹500 crore through a 10-year non-convertible debenture issuance at a fixed coupon rate of 7.63%. The fully subscribed issue, backed by a leading life insurance company, will help refinance debt, extend borrowing maturities, and improve cash flow predictability amid changing interest rate conditions.
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Awfis Expands Chennai Footprint to 28 Centres Amid Rising GCC Demand for Flexible Offices 0
- Industry News
- May 14, 2026
Awfis has expanded its Chennai portfolio by leasing more than 110,000 sq ft across two new centres at Olympia Crystal and DLF Cyber City. With this addition, the company now operates 28 centres spanning 8.75 lakh sq ft in Chennai, driven by strong enterprise and GCC demand for flexible workspace solutions.
READ MORE

McKinsey Renews Mumbai BKC Office Lease at ₹2.58 Crore Monthly Rent in Landmark 10-Year Deal 0
- Industry News
- May 13, 2026
McKinsey & Company India LLP has renewed its 35,520 sq ft office lease at Maker Maxity in Mumbai’s Bandra-Kurla Complex for 10 years at a monthly rent of ₹2.58 crore. The deal reflects surging commercial rents in BKC, where global firms like Google, Meta, JPMorgan, and BNP Paribas continue to expand their office footprints.
READ MORE
Smartworks Reports 45% Revenue Growth as GCC Demand Accelerates Enterprise Workspace Expansion 0
- Industry News
- May 13, 2026
Smartworks Coworking Spaces Ltd. reported a 45% year-on-year revenue jump to ₹520 crore in Q4FY26. The company’s growing focus on enterprise infrastructure and GCC-led demand has expanded its operational portfolio beyond 10.1 million sq ft, though high lease liabilities and elevated valuations continue to draw mixed market reactions.
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Delhi NCR | Modest Leasing, Tight CBD Vacancy, & Rising Rents | C&W Q1 2025 Market Report
- Reports
- July 24, 2025
Hyderabad Office Market | Vacancy Remains High Despite Tight Supply | Q1 2025 C&W Market Report
- Reports
- July 24, 2025
Kolkata Office Market | Steady Demand but Rentals Remain Flat | C&W Q1 2025 Report
- Reports
- July 18, 2025
Mumbai Office Market Q1 2025 | Record Leasing & Tightening Vacancy | C&W Insights
- Reports
- July 17, 2025
Chennai Office Market Sees Strong Leasing and Stable Rents | Q1 2025 | C&W Report
- Reports
- July 16, 2025
Pune Office Market, Q1 2025 | Record-Breaking Demand & Rising Supply | C&W Insights
- Reports
- July 15, 2025
The Hottest APAC Cities for Flexible Office Space in 2024 - The Instant Group
- Reports
- December 20, 2024
Unveiling the Future | Growth and Opportunities in Tier 2-3 Cities and Their Flexible Workspaces
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- June 24, 2024

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How Coworking Spaces Improve Employee Wellness: A 2026 Deep Dive 0
- Workspace Solutions
- May 1, 2026
Discover how 2026 coworking spaces have transitioned from flexible desks to vital wellness infrastructures. This deep dive explores “ambient belonging,” biophilic design, and cognitive zones that combat isolation and burnout. Learn why shared environments outperform home and traditional offices by prioritising mental health and professional autonomy for sustainable performance.
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Why GCCs Are Ditching Long-Term Leases for Managed Offices in India 0
- Workspace Solutions
- March 19, 2026
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- Workspace Solutions
- March 18, 2026
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Modern Leadership in Hybrid Workplaces: What Actually Works in 2026 0
- Leadership
- April 29, 2026
In 2026, hybrid work is the global standard, yet effective execution remains a challenge. This guide explores the shift from visibility to outcome-based management, the necessity of “System Leadership,” and the importance of intentional communication. By prioritising trust, sustainable performance, and integrated technology, leaders can build high-performing, resilient, and deeply engaged distributed teams.
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- Leadership
- March 20, 2026
Top CEOs no longer guess; they use data to win. By combining human judgment with real-time analytics, leaders make faster, smarter moves. From Netflix to Microsoft, the best in the business use evidence to spot trends, understand customers, and beat the competition. In today’s fast world, data is the ultimate leadership tool.

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Coworking Spaces in Tier-2 Cities: Why Jaipur, Indore, Kochi & Lucknow Are Quietly Becoming India’s Next Work Hubs 0
- Coworking
- March 18, 2026
India’s professional landscape is decentralising, with Tier-2 cities such as Jaipur, Indore, Kochi, and Lucknow becoming thriving startup hubs. Driven by lower costs, government initiatives, and remote work trends, coworking spaces in these cities offer essential infrastructure and community, fostering a new wave of entrepreneurship outside traditional metropolitan centres.
How Businesses Can Reduce Real Estate Costs Using Coworking Spaces 0
- Coworking
- March 12, 2026
Businesses can significantly reduce real estate costs by shifting from traditional office leases to flexible coworking spaces. Coworking lowers lease expenses, eliminates upfront infrastructure investments, bundles utilities and maintenance into one predictable fee, and optimises space usage. It also provides prime locations, scalability, operational efficiency, and networking benefits, supporting agile, cost-effective growth.