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Souptik Datta

Souptik Datta

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 resale real estate market sees rise in ‘sell-and-stay’ deals

Bengaluru homebuyers are increasingly facing “sell-and-stay” requests, where sellers want to remain for 6–12 months after transfer. Experts warn these deals may pose practical risks for buyers requiring timely possession. (Representational Image)(Unsplash )

Published on Jan 16, 2026 12:21 pm IST

Bengaluru apartment sizes shrink as developers cut space amid rising costs

The average apartment size in Bengaluru fell by around 8%, dropping from 1,094 sq ft in 2024 to 1,008 sq ft in 2025, as developers reduced carpet areas to offset rising land and construction costs, a report said. (Representational photo)(Unsplash)

Updated on Jan 16, 2026 07:38 am IST

Bengaluru paying guest accommodations under Greater Bengaluru Authority's radar

Bengaluru’s Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) has sealed 10 paying guest accommodations after inspections across Jayanagar, Bengaluru South, BTM Layout, and Bommanahalli found unhygienic kitchens and safety lapses. (Representational Image)(Pexels)

Updated on Jan 15, 2026 08:31 am IST

Over 42% of Bengaluru homebuyers can no longer afford sub- ₹1 crore homes

Bengaluru homebuyers faced a sharp affordability squeeze in 2025, with 42% of prospective buyers in the sub- <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>1 crore segment priced out despite a 13% year-on-year rise in demand for budget housing, according to NoBroker. (Representational Image)(Gemini Generated Photo )

Updated on Jan 11, 2026 10:25 am IST

Bengaluru buyers shun main-road homes, prefer bylanes amid pollution concerns

Bengaluru real estate update: Homebuyers are increasingly choosing bylane apartments 100–200m from main roads to avoid dust, pollution, and noise, shifting demand to quieter, interior-facing units. (Representational Image)(Gemini Generated Photo )

Updated on Jan 11, 2026 10:20 am IST

Five Bengaluru micro-markets that apartment buyers should look out for in 2026

As Bengaluru enters 2026, homebuyers are focusing on affordability, rental yields and long-term gains. While East Bengaluru shows price saturation, North Bengaluru is emerging as a growth hub driven by infrastructure and tech expansion. (Representative Image)(Unsplash )

Updated on Jan 05, 2026 08:59 am IST

Year-ender 2025: Bengaluru's rental market under fire over hefty deposits

In 2025, landlord-tenant disputes dominated social media, with Bengaluru in focus as tenants flagged high deposits and arbitrary deductions for painting, cleaning and minor repairs. (Photo for representational purposes only). (Representative Image)(Pexels )

Updated on Dec 30, 2025 09:53 am IST

Year-ender 2025: Ultra-wealthy buyers fuel Bengaluru’s luxury property market

Bengaluru’s luxury housing market saw a surge in big-ticket deals in 2025, as ultra-wealthy buyers drove demand for prime land, penthouses and duplex homes, experts said. (Photo for representational purposes only)(Unsplash)

Updated on Dec 29, 2025 10:24 am IST

Year-ender 2025: Top 5 Karnataka RERA orders that redefined homebuyers’ rights

In 2025, KRERA issued landmark rulings that strengthened buyer protections, tightened developer accountability, and expanded RERA’s reach, reshaping Karnataka’s real estate sector. (Representational Image) (Pexels )

Updated on Dec 26, 2025 11:39 am IST

Mana Projects to launch 3.3 million sq ft of mid-segment homes in Bengaluru

Mana Projects plans 3.3 million sq ft of mid-segment homes priced at <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>1.7–3 crore in Bengaluru by March 2026, MD Kishore Reddy told HT Real Estate.(File Photo )

Published on Dec 26, 2025 08:34 am IST

KRERA pulls up Bengaluru developer for delay in issuing khata to a homebuyer

KRERA has pulled up a Bengaluru developer for failing to issue a homebuyer’s khata within the promised two months. (Representational Image)(Pexels )

Published on Dec 24, 2025 08:42 am IST

Bengaluru buyers debate city centre flats vs outskirts amid career relocations

A Reddit post from a Bengaluru professional sparked debate on whether young buyers should opt for city IT-hub flats or outskirts villas, weighing the costs, commute, and investment. (Representational Image)(Pexels)

Updated on Dec 23, 2025 08:38 am IST

Bengaluru buyers urge Karnataka to ensure title transfer under new apartment law

Ahead of the Karnataka Apartment Bill 2025, Bengaluru homebuyers seek urgent action on RWA registration, transfer of common areas, and clear timelines for Karnataka RERA cases. (Representative Image)(Pexels)

Published on Dec 19, 2025 11:17 am IST

Low AQI homes are the new real estate buzzword as cities choke on air pollution

As pollution worsens across Indian cities, developers are pitching low-AQI homes with air filtration, smart ventilation and green spaces as the next luxury upgrade, with wellness driving buyer demand. (Representational Image) (Pexels)

Updated on Dec 22, 2025 03:15 pm IST

After Delhi-NCR, AQI and water issues on Bengaluru homebuyers' checklist

As pollution begins to influence housing choices in Delhi-NCR, similar concerns are emerging in Bengaluru, with homebuyers weighing air quality, water availability and rising costs, as reflected in a Reddit debate. (Representational Image)(Praful Gangurde / HT Photo)

Updated on Dec 16, 2025 08:47 am IST

Karnataka government moves to roll out Apartment Bill 2025: All you need to know

The Karnataka state government is taking steps to roll out the Karnataka Apartment Bill 2025, Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar said during a special interaction with homebuyers’ forums at Vidhana Soudha.(X)

Updated on Dec 15, 2025 09:17 am IST

Earning ₹55,000 a month in Bengaluru? Here’s how much you should spend on rent

A Reddit post by a 22-year-old earning <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>55,000 a month has triggered debate on Bengaluru’s rental affordability, questioning whether <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>17,000– <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>20,000 rent is sensible for young professionals. (Representational Image)(Pexels )

Published on Dec 14, 2025 09:52 am IST

Can you still buy a 3BHK under ₹1.2 crore in Bengaluru? Redditors weigh in

A Reddit post by a young NRI asking if a 3BHK under <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>1.2 crore is still possible in Bengaluru has sparked debate over shrinking affordability amid rising home prices. (Representational Image)(Pexels)

Updated on Dec 13, 2025 05:16 pm IST

Homebuyers flag key mistakes when buying a house in Bengaluru

A Reddit thread has sparked debate on Bengaluru homebuyers’ biggest 2025 mistake—choosing homes based only on current lifestyles, especially near the eastern IT corridor. (Representational Image)(Pexels )

Updated on Dec 13, 2025 12:35 pm IST

₹42 lakh land turns to ₹3 cr, sparking debate on whether to sell or develop it

A Reddit post about a <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>42 lakh farmland rising to nearly <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>3 crore in 10 years has sparked debate on whether land gains come from smart investing or sheer luck and infrastructure growth. (Representational Image)(Pexels )

Updated on Dec 12, 2025 09:23 am IST

Beyond the metros: Why Tier 2 cities are rivalling big cities in retail growth

India’s mall sector is undergoing a structural shift as Tier 2 cities surge ahead. Rising incomes and aspirational spending are pushing markets like Chandigarh, Kochi, Visakhapatnam, and Surat to record rentals that now rival several Tier 1 cities. (Representational Image)(Unsplash )

Published on Dec 11, 2025 10:09 am IST

Bengaluru real estate: Should you buy a house in the city or the suburbs?

A Bengaluru couple’s Reddit post about house-hunting on the city’s outskirts has gone viral, highlighting long commutes, poor infrastructure, and <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>1.5 crore-plus prices for compact units. (Representational Image)(Pexels )

Updated on Dec 11, 2025 09:14 am IST

India’s ‘ghost malls’ hold ₹357-crore rental potential, says Knight Frank report

Nearly one-fifth of India’s malls are now ‘ghost malls’, but reviving even a fraction of them could generate <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>357 crore in annual rentals, said Knight Frank’s retail report. (Photo for representational purposes only)(Unsplash)

Updated on Dec 10, 2025 09:50 am IST

Can you afford a Bengaluru home worth ₹2.4 crore on a ₹3 lakh monthly income?

A 34-year-old Reddit user’s query on whether a household earning <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>3.2 lakh a month can afford a <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>2.4 crore Bengaluru apartment has sparked a wider debate on home loans, affordability, and the city’s rising property prices. (Representational Image)(Pexels )

Updated on Dec 09, 2025 10:35 am IST

Serene Communities to launch 3000 senior homes, priced between ₹60 lakh to ₹1 cr

Serene Communities, the senior living arm of Columbia Pacific, will launch about 3,000 senior homes across 13 projects in seven cities this fiscal, backed by an investment of roughly <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>2,500 crore, Co-founder and CEO Rajagopal G told HT Real Estate (Representational photo)(Pexels Photo )

Updated on Nov 27, 2025 10:21 am IST

Can Bengaluru’s historical gains repeat for today’s ₹2–3 crore apartments?

Bengaluru real estate update: A Redditor shared how a Bengaluru flat bought for <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>20 lakh two decades ago is now worth nearly <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>1 crore, but with today’s prime homes costing <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>2–3 crore, many buyers are questioning whether such explosive returns are still possible. (Representational Image)(Unsplash )

Updated on Nov 27, 2025 10:23 am IST

Karnataka RERA allows homebuyers' association to take over stalled project

In a relief for Belagavi homebuyers, Karnataka RERA has allowed the Abhinandan Residency association to take over and finish the long-stalled project, which is only 40% complete. (Representational Image)(Unsplash)

Updated on Nov 23, 2025 08:21 pm IST

Is Chennai overtaking Pune and Coimbatore in the senior living market?

Once known as top senior living hubs for their climate and affordability, Coimbatore and Pune are now seeing rising competition from Chennai, which experts say is fast becoming a major destination for organised senior living. (Representational photo)(Pixabay)

Published on Nov 20, 2025 10:03 am IST

No slowdown in Bengaluru, Hyderabad housing markets: Brigade MD Pavitra Shankar

Brigade Group MD Pavitra Shankar said housing demand in Bengaluru and Hyderabad remains steady despite affordability and job market concerns, noting that “there’s no slowdown” and inventory is still moving well.(File Photo)

Updated on Nov 18, 2025 08:00 am IST

Karnataka RERA orders developer to pay buyer ₹1.08 crore for delayed possession

The Karnataka Real Estate Regulatory Authority (KRERA) has directed a Bengaluru-based developer to pay <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>1.08 crore in delayed interest to a homebuyer for failing to deliver possession of an apartment on time. (Representational photo)(Pexels)

Updated on Nov 14, 2025 08:08 am IST

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