Mayank Agarwal

India’s urban landscape is undergoing rapid transformation. As cities expand vertically and horizontally, the role of building bylaws has become more important than ever. These regulations may appear technical or bureaucratic, but they are foundational to how our cities grow, shaping everything from safety and sustainability to aesthetics and liveability. Whether you’re a developer planning … Read more

As Indian cities grow taller and denser, parking has quietly emerged as one of the most critical, and often overlooked, elements of urban living. It influences not just convenience but safety, property value, neighbourhood dynamics, and even environmental sustainability. For developers, buyers, and urban planners, understanding parking standards is no longer optional. It’s a vital … Read more

The Indian real estate sector, long characterized by opaque transactions and informal funding mechanisms, has in recent years undergone a paradigmatic shift. Regulatory overhauls, investor activism, and an emphasis on transparency have accelerated its formalization. At the heart of this transformation lies the growing role of institutional financing, structured capital that not only funds growth … Read more

As India’s cities grow upward and outward, a crucial question often goes unnoticed: Are our buildings structurally safe? In the race to modernise, many ageing buildings in urban centres, particularly in Mumbai, Pune, Delhi, and Bengaluru, now face the pressures of time, climate, and continuous use. That’s where structural audits come in. A structural audit … Read more

In India’s built environment, what lies beneath a structure isn’t just concrete, it’s contracts. The foundation of any credible real estate or infrastructure project is neither the drawing board nor the excavation pit; it is the meticulous process of tendering and contracting. In a sector where projects span hundreds of crores and timelines stretch into … Read more

When the Goods and Services Tax (GST) was introduced in 2017, it reshaped how taxes were levied across industries. For real estate, often criticised for its complexity and lack of transparency, GST was a game-changer. But its effect is particularly significant for one category: under-construction residential properties. Whether you’re a homebuyer or a developer, understanding … Read more

As India’s cities grow denser and hotter, the way we build and live must change. With over 600 million people expected to live in urban areas by 2036 and buildings consuming close to 40% of the country’s energy, real estate is no longer just about returns or aesthetics. It’s about long-term responsibility. Sustainable development is … Read more