India’s office market is bifurcating sharply as Grade A rentals climb and corporate tenants increasingly bypass mid-tier and older buildings. Anarock data show Grade A monthly rentals rose 6% in 2025 to Rs 92 per sq ft, reaching Rs 93 in Q1 2026 across the top seven cities. Net leasing accelerated to 58.2 million sq ft in 2025, up 17% YoY, with MNC-led GCC projects boosting leasing share and pushing vacancies down.
Delhi NCR has emerged as India’s leading D2C startup hub, topping both funding and deal counts between 2015 and Q1 2026. D2C startups in the region raised over $3.5 billion across 434 deals, beating Bengaluru’s $3.4 billion and Mumbai’s $2 billion. The NCR also spawned standout exits like Lenskart and Honasa Consumer. Analysts link the shift to faster-growing startup ecosystems, early-stage investor interest, and rising demand for omnichannel brand building.
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Alpha Corp Development Ltd plans to pour nearly Rs 900 crore into three stalled housing and commercial projects across Greater Noida and Gurugram. The move is expected to bring tangible relief to over 3,000 existing customers by restarting development and completing long-delayed work in the Delhi-NCR region.
IMD has forecast another round of unstable weather for Delhi NCR. After recent rain and thunderstorms, cloudy skies are expected with light rain in the afternoon or evening, plus thunderstorms and gusty winds of 15 to 20 km/h. Temperatures on May 6 are predicted at 20 to 22°C minimum and 34 to 36°C maximum, with May 7 slightly warmer and more humid.
IMD has issued a yellow alert for Delhi and the NCR as a western disturbance triggers moderate rain, frequent thunderstorms and lightning, along with gusty winds reaching 40–50 kmph. Gurugram and Noida are especially on alert. The same system may also provide relief from the ongoing heatwave, but could disrupt daily travel until May 6.
A growing pattern across India’s National Capital Region shows young, educated women moving into central roles in organized crime. Digitally connected and often operating through legitimate businesses as fronts, they are drawn by easy money, revenge, and a hunger for power—signaling a sharp shift from earlier, more isolated female criminal figures.
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Delhi-NCR saw relief from intense heat after rain and thunderstorms hit several areas on Saturday night. The IMD issued yellow and orange warnings for heavy rainfall and stormy conditions. While temperatures rose in the morning, forecasts point to continued light rain and intermittent thunderstorms over the next few days, and officials say no heatwave is expected.
Delhi NCR’s office market saw a subdued start to the year as net leasing fell 60% in January to March to about 1.5 million sq ft, according to JLL. The decline was mainly driven by reduced new supply. Still, JLL says the long-term outlook remains solid, with leasing expected to pick up in the next quarters.
The IMD has issued a yellow alert for Delhi NCR, forecasting thunderstorms, short spells of rain, and gusty winds for the next 48 hours. The warning, driven by a western disturbance, suggests conditions could worsen from Sunday onwards, with winds reaching speeds up to 50 kmph in some areas. Residents are advised to stay prepared for sudden weather changes.
Delhi-NCR is bracing for worsening weather, with the NDMA warning of a very high chance of moderate thunderstorms in parts of Uttar Pradesh. The alert flags lightning, light to moderate rainfall and hailstorms, with wind speeds potentially reaching 40–60 km/h. Commuters in Noida, Gurugram and Ghaziabad are urged to stay alert over the next three hours.
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After Delhi NCR’s extreme heat peaked at 42.3°C, the IMD says conditions may improve slightly starting Monday night. Yet a yellow alert is now in place from Tuesday to Thursday, with forecasts of rain, thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds—along with the risk of dust storms. Residents are advised to stay alert as temperatures swing quickly.
Delhi-NCR saw sudden relief from extreme heat as rain, strong winds and thunderstorms hit Wednesday morning. The IMD now expects more rain for Delhi, Noida, Gurugram and Ghaziabad, with yellow and orange alerts issued for parts of the national capital region today. Residents should brace for continued unsettled weather over the next day.
Ghaziabad is proposing a new 16-kilometre metro corridor, with the Ghaziabad Development Authority asking Delhi Metro Rail Corporation to prepare a project report. The line would connect Vaishali in Ghaziabad to Gokulpuri in northeast Delhi, passing through Hindon Civil Terminal—positioned as Delhi NCR’s second airport.
Delhi NCR residents may get a break from scorching heat today, with IMD forecasting partly cloudy skies and light spells of rain over Delhi, Noida, and Gurugram. A yellow alert has been issued for Delhi for tomorrow, with thunderstorms expected later in the afternoon or evening, along with lightning and strong surface winds.
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Delhi NCR’s brutal heat could finally start to break between April 28 and April 30, with IMD issuing a yellow alert for rain, thunderstorms, and gusty winds. Temperatures are still above 42°C, and dust storms have already been reported in parts of the region as a cyclonic system moves in. Pre-monsoon showers may bring gradual relief after the worst stretch.
A weather alert issued at 7 pm on April 27 warns that parts of Delhi and the NCR could see light rain or drizzle with thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds within the next two hours. Winds are expected to reach 30–40 kmph in several areas, offering temporary respite from ongoing heat, but raising risks of sudden squalls and reduced visibility.
A viral clip from Noida captures a dramatic temperature difference between sun-baked asphalt and cool tree shade during the Delhi NCR heatwave. The simple comparison highlights how urban greenery can significantly lower local temperatures, while rapid concrete expansion reduces cooling and worsens heat stress. The video is prompting calls for more trees and better urban planning across the region.
With a scorching heatwave continuing across Delhi NCR, school hours in Noida and Ghaziabad (Uttar Pradesh) have been revised to reduce exposure to peak afternoon temperatures. Classes will now run from 7:30 am to 12:30 pm. In Delhi, timings are still under review, while schools have been asked to provide ORS solutions to children.
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Delhi NCR is baking under an intense heatwave, with April 26 afternoon temperatures around 43–45°C. The worst is expected to last until April 27 due to hot westerly winds and above-normal conditions. Relief is likely from April 28 when winds turn cooler, a Western Disturbance develops cloud cover, and light rain or thunderstorms could bring a 4–6°C drop.
The Enforcement Directorate has carried out fresh searches at seven locations across Delhi-NCR in a money laundering investigation linked to alleged fraud against home buyers. The probe centers on claims that flats in the Raheja Revanta project were not delivered, raising questions over how funds were used and whether investors were misled.
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