Souptik Datta, from Kolkata, is a part of the HT Digital real estate team. He reports on real estate, infrastructure and environmental issues in southern India. While not reporting, he loves to solo travel and shoot documentaries.
Articles by Souptik Datta
Bengaluru: Is it the right time to invest in real estate? Netizens weigh in
Bengaluru real estate: AI and job market uncertainty, particularly in the IT sector, fuel debate over whether homebuyers should invest now or wait for 6 months
Published on Mar 24, 2025 01:51 PM IST
Cognizant sells its India headquarters in Chennai to Bagmane for ₹612 crore
Cognizant sold the property located in Thoraipakkam on Chennai's Old Mahabalipuram Road, one of the city's key IT corridors, JLL which brokered the deal, said
Published on Mar 21, 2025 04:21 PM IST
Bengaluru rentals surge as landlords capitalize on demand, but tenants stay wary
A Bengaluru landlord’s refusal to lower the ₹23000 rent for a room in a 3BHK backfired, leaving the property vacant for 5 months and with a loss of over ₹1 lakh
Published on Mar 21, 2025 10:01 AM IST
Bengaluru property tax defaulters to face 100% penalty starting April 1
Bengaluru's municipal corporation is cracking down on property tax defaulters, imposing a 100% penalty on unpaid dues starting April 1
Published on Mar 19, 2025 02:40 PM IST
Less than 1% of Indian developers' topline is invested in tech: Nirupa Shankar
Brigade Group and Gruhas have launched the Earth Fund. The ₹300-crore SEBI-registered AIF invest in startups in real estate, construction, and sustainability
Published on Mar 19, 2025 09:15 AM IST
Bengaluru’s municipal corporation achieves 88% of property tax revenue target
BBMP has collected ₹4604 crore or 88% of its property tax revenue target for the fiscal year 2024-2025, issued 2.25 lakh e-Khatas to date
Published on Mar 17, 2025 03:40 PM IST
Will Bengaluru Metro’s expansion make real estate markets more affordable?
As Bengaluru's metro expands, Reddit users debate its potential impact on real estate affordability. Improved connectivity may shift demand to suburban areas
Published on Mar 16, 2025 09:26 AM IST
Bengaluru buyers struggle with affordability as mid-end housing launches drop
New homebuyers have limited options for properties priced ₹90 lakh-1 crore, pushing them towards suburbs or the resale market, the NoBroker report said
Published on Mar 13, 2025 01:17 PM IST
Apple, Tesla Mumbai showroom leases: Impact of exclusivity clause on rentals
Apple and Tesla Mumbai showroom lease deals highlight how exclusivity clauses boost rent and secure better terms for brands
Published on Mar 12, 2025 11:51 AM IST
Bengaluru: Will slowing NRI interest, rising realty costs trigger a correction?
Bengaluru real estate: A Reddit post highlighted concerns about slowing investor-driven demand, particularly from NRIs who purchased properties as investments
Published on Mar 12, 2025 07:38 AM IST
Gopalan Enterprises to venture into smart homes, to launch 3,000 units in 2025
Gopalan Enterprises is set to launch AI-driven smart homes, priced between ₹1.5-2 crore, with AI-controlled appliances and flexible furniture
Published on Mar 10, 2025 12:33 PM IST
Will Devanahalli metro expansion fuel demand for real estate in north Bengaluru?
The proposed Namma Metro extension to Devanahalli in Karnataka Budget 2025 is expected to boost real estate demand and enhance connectivity in North Bengaluru
Published on Mar 10, 2025 09:01 AM IST
Karnataka Budget 2025 prioritizes infrastructure, disappoints homebuyers
Karnataka Budget 2025 focuses on infrastructure but fails to address issues like assured ownership, property management reforms, leaving homebuyers disappointed
Published on Mar 09, 2025 12:04 PM IST
Bengaluru real estate market: Is finding love easier that renting an apartment?
As Bengaluru's rentals increase by 35% in some areas, many newcomers say that finding love in the city is easier than finding a place to rent
Published on Mar 09, 2025 09:47 AM IST
Karnataka’s Budget 2025 focuses on affordable housing, infrastructure, and flood
Karnataka Budget 2025 prioritizes affordable housing, traffic decongestion, flood mitigation, and infrastructure development
Published on Mar 07, 2025 05:20 PM IST
Bengaluru vs Dubai: Redditors weigh in on soaring property rents
The affordability crisis has ignited discussions on Reddit if Bengaluru's apartment rentals still offer value for money or Dubai is a better alternative
Published on Mar 06, 2025 04:57 PM IST
$1 million can buy a 1065 sq ft house in Mumbai and 2238 sq ft in Delhi: Report
$1 million can buy a 1,065 sq ft house in Mumbai, 2,238 sq ft in Delhi, and 3,982 sq ft in Bengaluru, as per Knight Frank’s Wealth Report
Updated on Mar 06, 2025 03:22 PM IST
India's ultra-rich to invest 22-25% of their wealth in residential properties
The Knight Frank's Next Gen Survey found that 89% of wealthy Indians aged 18-35, with incomes exceeding ₹1 crore, prefer owning property over renting.
Published on Mar 05, 2025 06:47 PM IST
Number of Indian billionaires touches 191 in 2024, HNWIs rise 6% to 85,698
The Knight Frank report added that India is now home to 191 billionaires, of which 26 joined the ranks in just the last year, which was pegged at just 7 in 2019
Published on Mar 05, 2025 02:44 PM IST
Is Mysuru ready to catch up with Bengaluru’s real estate boom?
Mysuru's real estate market is emerging as an attractive alternative to Bengaluru for homebuyers and investors alike, say experts
Published on Mar 05, 2025 09:19 AM IST
Bengaluru sees an increase in rental inventory, resulting in 5% rent correction
Bengaluru rental market: Increased housing supply leads to a 5% rent correction but rentals in the IT corridor up due to demand from techies, say brokers
Published on Mar 04, 2025 02:34 PM IST
Here’s what you should know about Mysuru Film City and its real estate potential
Mysuru Film City is expected to sprawl 150 acres. While the commercial impact remains uncertain, experts predict a strong boost in the residential sector.
Updated on Mar 03, 2025 01:45 PM IST
Bengaluru's 60% FAR hike to spur high-rises, but experts warn of strain on infra
Bengaluru’s 60% hike in Floor Area Ratio to spur high-rise development, but experts call for sustainable urban planning to ease the strain on infrastructure
Published on Mar 03, 2025 07:47 AM IST
AI tools set to complement and not disrupt brokerage services in real estate
AI tools enable metaverse modeling while aiding developers in complementing, rather than disrupting, brokerage services, says Mihir Shah, Global CEO of JLLT
Published on Feb 28, 2025 09:28 AM IST
Here's how sustainable design can help extend redevelopment timelines for homes
Architects recommend sustainable systems like mechanical ventilation, wind power, and solar energy to boost a building's longevity.
Updated on Feb 23, 2025 03:57 PM IST
India Design 2025: Architects share the wildest demands for luxury second homes
Glass-walled jungle bar or property shaped like three mountain peaks, these 'outlandish' second home requests challenge architects to push creative boundaries
Published on Feb 23, 2025 10:08 AM IST
Cardinal and Salt: The bold color and sustainable material trending in 2025
Design experts at India Design 2025 said that while the colour of the year is Cardinal, salt, once overlooked, is emerging as a sustainable design element
Published on Feb 22, 2025 07:21 AM IST
India Design 2025: Can luxury real estate embrace sustainability?
Luxury and sustainability are not mutually exclusive. A property can be both sustainable and luxurious, say design experts
Updated on Feb 21, 2025 02:30 PM IST
Balconies make a comeback; sustainability defines modern luxury living in 2025
Architects say balconies, once considered a luxury, are making a comeback; customised spaces and neutral off-white tones are expected to dominate 2025
Published on Feb 21, 2025 07:40 AM IST
Can investors approach RERA for stalled commercial projects?
Legal experts say that RERA's implementation guarantees that construction on new commercial projects can begin only after they receive the required clearances
Updated on Feb 20, 2025 07:47 AM IST