India's Leap Towards Sustainable & Innovative Workspace Design
- Industry News
- March 13, 2024

The Supreme Court of India has dismissed an appeal filed by the New Delhi–based NGO Infrastructure Watchdog against the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) concerning the ₹560-crore initial public offering (IPO) of Smartworks Coworking Spaces Limited. The Court issued a strong warning to the NGO and its counsel after finding that a fabricated letter from the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) was placed on record to cast aspersions on Smartworks’ promoters. The Bench cautioned that future attempts to mislead the judiciary would invite serious repercussions, but refrained from punitive action this time as the alleged letter did not exist.
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Fractional ownership is transforming India’s real estate landscape by allowing retail investors to access premium commercial properties previously limited to institutions and ultra-high-net-worth individuals. This model lowers entry barriers and delivers consistent net yields of 7–8%, backed by professional management that reduces operational hassles. It is emerging as a compelling alternative to fixed income investments, offering diversification, steady income, and long-term value appreciation opportunities.
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Brigade Enterprises Ltd has signed a long-term lease for a 7-acre plot on Chennai’s thriving Old Mahabalipuram Road (OMR), one of the city’s premier commercial corridors. The real estate firm plans to develop more than one million sq ft of Grade A office space complemented by a luxury 225-room five-star hotel, targeting the city’s growing demand for premium office and hospitality options.
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Microchip Technology, a US-based semiconductor giant, has acquired 1.72 lakh sq ft of office space in Bengaluru’s Whitefield for ₹176 crore, making it one of the city’s largest commercial property transactions this quarter. The deal covers two blocks in the EPIP Zone, a prime eastern IT corridor, and ranks among the premium acquisitions with a value of around ₹10,230 per sq ft.
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Microsoft India has signed a major office lease agreement for 264,000 square feet in Hyderabad’s financial district, marking a significant expansion of its presence in the city. With a five-year term, the deal features an annual rent escalation and demonstrates the growing demand for office spaces in Hyderabad’s thriving tech sector.
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Bengaluru-based managed workspace provider Table Space Technologies has completed a key milestone in its anticipated IPO journey. In July 2025, the company dropped “Private” from its name and restructured into a public entity, as confirmed by Ministry of Corporate Affairs filings. This move signals a firm intent to list on Indian stock exchanges, fulfilling mandatory requirements for public listing.
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