BPTP Limited, one of the National Capital Region’s leading real estate developers, has been recognised with the ‘Premium High-Rise Development of the Year’ award for BPTP Skynest at the Times Realty & Infrastructure Conclave 2026, held on August 30, 2026, at the Grand Hyatt, Gurugram.

BPTP Skynest bags ‘Premium Highrise Development of the Year’ at Times Realty & Infrastructure Conclave 2026

Located in Sector 80, Greater Faridabad, BPTP Skynest is envisioned as a premium high-rise residential development that combines contemporary architecture, thoughtfully planned homes and a holistic lifestyle experience. The project comprises 504 residential units and brings biophilic design into the high-rise format through 20 dedicated Sky Nests, landscaped green pockets woven into the tower design alongside a curated mix of wellness, leisure and social spaces. Homes are planned as expansive, light-filled layouts with wraparound balconies, designed to support multi-generational living and give every family member room to belong. The development brings together the convenience of high-rise living with carefully curated recreational spaces, creating an environment built for both everyday life and leisure.  So far, BPTP has delivered 38.63 million sq. ft. (3.86 crore sq. ft.) of development in Faridabad, spanning high-rise apartments, plots, villas, commercial spaces and community sites.

Sector 80 sits within Greater Faridabad’s extremely well-connected belt and is connected to the rest of the city via the Bata Chowk and Escorts metro stations on the Delhi Metro’s Violet Line. It is also linked to Delhi and the wider NCR through NH-148NA, which provides onward connectivity to IGI Airport. The Delhi link of the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway further strengthens regional connectivity, improving access between Delhi and the wider expressway network and enabling smoother regional travel. This is particularly significant for Greater Faridabad, enhancing its strategic connectivity with key NCR and regional destinations.

The partially operational Faridabad-Noida-Ghaziabad (FNG) Expressway, passing through Greater Faridabad’s developing sectors, is further strengthening the corridor’s connectivity to Noida and Ghaziabad. Additionally, the NHAI-approved signal-free upgrade of the Kalindi Kunj corridor is expected to reduce travel time between Delhi, Noida and Faridabad. This improving infrastructure, combined with growing social infrastructure, schools, hospitals and retail, has positioned Sector 80 as one of Greater Faridabad’s emerging residential growth corridors, with Skynest occupying a prominent address within it.

Commenting on the recognition, Amaan Chawla, President, BPTP Limited, said, “We are delighted to see BPTP Skynest recognised as the ‘Premium Highrise Development of the Year’. This award is a testament to our approach of creating developments that combine thoughtful planning, contemporary design and a strong understanding of the aspirations of today’s homebuyers. Greater Faridabad is emerging as an important residential destination within the NCR, and with Skynest, we aim to contribute to this transformation by offering a premium living experience that is designed for the future.”

The award further strengthens BPTP’s growing portfolio of recognised residential developments across the NCR. The company has continued to expand its presence in Greater Faridabad with projects that seek to combine quality, scale and lifestyle-oriented development with the region’s improving infrastructure and connectivity.

BPTP Skynest is part of BPTP’s broader presence in Greater Faridabad, where it has established a significant residential footprint. The project reflects BPTP’s continued focus on creating aspirational communities in locations with strong long-term development potential.

The Times Realty & Infrastructure Conclave 2026 brought together leading stakeholders from the real estate and infrastructure sectors to recognise excellence and innovation across the industry. The recognition of BPTP Skynest adds another accolade to BPTP’s portfolio and reinforces its position among prominent developers shaping the NCR’s evolving residential landscape.

About BPTP Limited

BPTP is one of NCR’s leading real estate developers with over two decades of experience in creating landmark residential and commercial developments. With a portfolio of more than 50 projects and over 25,000 homes delivered, the company has consistently transformed the urban landscape through thoughtfully planned communities, premium design, sustainable development, and customer-centric innovation. Recognised among the Top 3 Developers in the ET Now Real Estate North Survey 2026, BPTP continues to redefine modern living by creating destinations that combine quality, innovation, trust, and long-term value.

India’s luxury housing developers are increasingly designing projects around wellness rather than conspicuous consumption, betting that affluent homebuyers will pay a premium for residences that promise healthier lifestyles, preventive healthcare and better ageing.
 

Luxury developers pivot to wellness as India’s affluent buyers seek healthier homes
 

The shift marks a departure from the sector’s traditional emphasis on scale, imported finishes and clubhouse amenities. Instead, developers are investing in low-density masterplans, biophilic design, clean-air systems and integrated health infrastructure as India’s wealthy increasingly view homes as long-term lifestyle assets rather than purely financial investments. The trend comes as luxury housing continues to outperform the broader residential market, even as affordability pressures weigh on mass housing demand.
 

The move also reflects a global real estate transition. According to the Global Wellness Institute, wellness real estate is the fastest-growing segment of the global wellness economy, expanding from $584 billion in 2024 and projected to almost double to $1.1 trillion by 2029. Increasingly, developers are embedding wellness into neighbourhood planning rather than treating it as a premium amenity.
 

In India, developers say the post-pandemic buyer has become markedly more discerning. Privacy, environmental quality and everyday liveability now feature alongside location and brand when affluent consumers evaluate a purchase. Recent market data from JLL shows launches of premium housing rose sharply in the first quarter of 2026, underlining sustained demand at the top end of the market.
 

Some developers anticipated the shift before “wellness” became an industry buzzword.
 

Yukti Nagpal, Director, Gulshan Group, points “Luxury today is moving beyond premium specifications to encompass healthier, more meaningful ways of living. Buyers increasingly value open spaces, greenery, privacy and a stronger connection with nature. At Gulshan Group, this thinking has been integral to all our projects, including our recently handed over Gulshan Dynasty, where low density planning and expansive green landscapes were designed to enhance everyday well-being. We believe wellness is fast becoming a defining dimension of luxury housing.”
 

The concept is now evolving further.
 

Rather than treating wellness as an amenity, Trehan IRIS is building an entire residential proposition around it. Its recently launched Omara in Gurugram is positioned as “India’s First Luxury Well-being Residences”, bringing together preventive health, a dedicated longevity clinic, recovery, movement, nutrition and environmental design within a single residential ecosystem, with wellness experiences curated in association with partners such as L’Occitane & Knox.
 

This approach reflects a broader evolution in wellness real estate globally, where the focus is shifting beyond conventional gyms, spas and fitness facilities towards environments designed around long-term wellbeing and healthier ways of living. The Global Wellness Institute identifies longevity, healthy buildings and community-scale wellbeing among the key themes shaping the next generation of residential development.
 

Aman Trehan, Executive Director, Trehan IRIS, said, “The future of luxury living is not simply about creating more refined spaces, but about creating environments that meaningfully enhance the way we live. Omara has been conceived as a residential ecosystem where preventive health, architecture and everyday experiences come together to foster a more holistic approach to wellbeing. At Omara, wellness is not an amenity within the project. It is the organising principle behind it.”
 

The emergence of wellness-led projects also points to a broader shift in how luxury housing is being evaluated. While some developers are building dedicated health and longevity ecosystems, the underlying expectation is becoming more mainstream: that the home and its surrounding environment should actively contribute to better everyday living. This is bringing elements such as natural light, ventilation, greenery, privacy, open spaces and cleaner environments into the broader conversation around what constitutes premium housing.
 

Sanjay Sharma, Director, SKA Group said, “Wellness is becoming part of the decision-making process when buyers evaluate a luxury home, and that is changing the way residential projects are planned. The expectations are no longer limited to the size of the apartment or the clubhouse. There is also a greater attention to natural light, ventilation, open spaces, greenery, privacy and the quality of the surrounding environment. Recent reports also substantiate this uptick in residential demand. As buyers move up the value curve, expectations are also becoming more considered. A home is increasingly being assessed for how it supports everyday living, not just how it looks at the time of purchase.”
 

This shift is also changing what buyers expect from the broader luxury residential experience. As wellness moves beyond specialised facilities and into the fundamentals of planning and design, developers are seeing greater emphasis on spaces and environments that support healthier everyday routines.
 

Kapil Chugh, VP, Rise Infravetures Limited said, “The luxury housing buyer has become much more conscious of what daily life inside a project actually looks like. This is one reason wellness is finding a stronger place while evaluating a residential project. The demand is not necessarily for another gym or spa, but for better planning, more open areas, cleaner surroundings and spaces that make healthier routines easier to follow. Only shortly, JLL reported a 30% year-on-year increase in sales of homes priced above Rs. 1 crore in Q1 2026, while the segment’s share of sales across the top seven cities reached 71%. That kind of premiumisation is also giving buyers more room to question what they are getting for their money. Wellness, therefore, is becoming less of an add-on and more a part of the value proposition.”
 

Whether wellness ultimately becomes a durable pricing advantage remains to be seen. Yet as India’s luxury housing market matures, developers appear increasingly convinced that the next competitive battleground will not be taller towers or larger clubhouses, but whether the built environment can demonstrably improve how residents live.

Celebrity Prime Hospitality (CPH), a growing hospitality group focused on building differentiated hotel and stay experiences across India, has announced the launch of its latest property, CASA Hotels by Trunk & Trolley, in Warangal, Telangana.

CASA Hotel Launch in Warangal

Casa Hotels by Trunk & Trolley is an endorsed hospitality brand that brings together the contemporary, accessible stay experience of Casa with the distinctive identity and hospitality philosophy of Trunk & Trolley.

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The new property marks another step in CPH’s expansion strategy, bringing its contemporary and accessible hospitality proposition to one of Telangana’s important emerging cities.With Warangal witnessing increasing movement across business, tourism, education and local commerce, the new property is positioned to serve both business and leisure travellers looking for a comfortable, reliable and contemporary stay experience.

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“Warangal is an important market for us as we continue to look beyond the conventional hospitality centres and build a network of properties that are relevant to how India is travelling and doing business today,” said Varun Kancharla, Founder & CEO, Celebrity Prime Hospitality.

Casa by Trunk & Trolley is designed around a simple idea — making a quality hospitality experience more accessible without compromising on the essentials that matter to a guest. Our entry into Warangal is part of our larger vision to build strong hospitality brands across emerging and established markets.

The property will offer guests premium stay, along with Akali — restaurant / banquet / spa, making it suitable for both short business stays and leisure visits.

The launch further strengthens CPH’s growing portfolio of hospitality assets and supports the group’s broader ambition of creating a multi-brand hospitality platform serving different guest segments and markets.

With Casa by Trunk & Trolley from CPH aims to build a hospitality brand that combines functional comfort, contemporary design and dependable guest service, while adapting its properties to the character and needs of each local market.

The Warangal launch is part of Celebrity Prime Hospitality’s(CPH) broader expansion roadmap,with our upcoming launches soon in Goa and Bengaluru, we are rapidly scaling our footprint to serve travelers nationwide. The group continues to evaluate opportunities across Telugu states and other high-potential markets in India.

Celebrity Prime Hospitality (CPH) is a hospitality platform focused on developing, operating and scaling differentiated hospitality brands and properties across India. Its portfolio includes brands such as Trunk & Trolley and CASA Hotels by Trunk & Trolley, with over 500 keys, 9 properties and growing serving distinct guest segments across business, leisure and lifestyle hospitality.

CPH’s vision is to build a scalable hospitality platform that combines strong operating systems, differentiated guest experiences and locally relevant properties to create an enduring hospitality brand.

Know more: celebrityprimehospitality.com.

Sony India today announced the launch of OCELLUS (ASR-CT1), its first advanced camera tracking system designed to simplify and enhance augmented reality (AR) and virtual production workflows. Built for creators across broadcast, cinema, and live production environments, it delivers marker-free camera tracking through multiple sensors making it a perfect choice for Virtual productions as In-Camera VFX and AR, sends the camera position and orientation data while the camera is shooting.

The new camera agnostic camera system Ocellus

The system also comprises of a sensor unit, a processing box, and three lens encoders, and can be used with Sony Cinema Line cameras, system cameras, and non-Sony cameras. Additionally, it also comes with five image sensors and Sony’s Visual SLAM (Simultaneous Localization and Mapping) technology which helps the system to create a reference map enabling stable marker-free tracking both indoors and outdoors.

When used with Sony cameras, metadata such as focus, iris, and zoom values can be extracted via the camera’s SDI output and transmitted in real time to external devices through an Ethernet connection. In cases where the lens does not support in-camera metadata capture, lens encoders can be attached to gather this information. This data can then be leveraged for virtual production and augmented reality applications. Additionally, the system supports recording of tracking data, camera and lens metadata, timecode, and file names, enabling a smoother post-production workflow.

“The increasing demand for immersive and high-quality visual storytelling is accelerating the adoption of Augmented Reality and virtual production technologies across the media and entertainment industry. Through OCELLUS, Sony is introducing an advanced camera tracking solution that combines portability, precision and seamless workflow integration. The system has been thoughtfully engineered to support dynamic production environments and help creators achieve efficient and stable tracking performance both indoors and outdoors,” said Mukesh Srivastava – Head Digital Imaging Business

Key Features:

Compact and lightweight sensor unit with five image sensor

• By leveraging four of the five image sensors, the OCELLUS system delivers stable, marker-free tracking with strong resistance to occlusion, essential for dynamic shooting conditions

• Even in limited visibility scenarios, the system offers tracking data can still be captured as long as at least one active sensor detects valid feature points

• To enhance performance in low-light environments, IR LEDs are positioned on both sides of each sensor for improved tracking accuracy

• To maintain the consistency under changing lighting conditions, the system comes with a Visible Light Cut Unit that helps ensure stable tracking

• With a compact and lightweight build, the sensor unit measures approximately 86 × 60 × 43 mm and weighs around 250 g, making it easy to integrate into different setups

• With NATO rail mounting parts, it allows easy installation and flexible positioning

• It comes with a single USB Type-C® cable that connects the sensor unit to the processing box, carrying both power and data with a secure locking mechanism making it an easy process

Processing Box:

• It offers real-time transmission of tracking data and camera/lens metadata to CG rendering software such as Unreal Engine via an Ethernet connection, using the free-d format for seamless integration

• Designed with multiple connectivity options, including Genlock input, Timecode input, SDI input/output terminals, and dedicated ports for lens encoder connections

• Supports recording of tracking data along with camera and lens metadata as FBX files on SDXC memory cards (UHS-II/UHS-I), synchronized with the main camera’s video files for streamlined post-production

• Features an OLED display for quick monitoring, allowing users to easily check the IP address, tracking status, lens data, and other key information

Lens Encoder

• It detects the rotation and helps positioning the lens parameters, including focus, zoom, and iris, ensuring precise data capture during shooting

• The Lens Encoder helps in capturing data directly to the processing box via a LEMO 7-pin cable, enabling seamless communication within the system

• Allows metadata acquisition for lenses and cameras that do not support lens data embedding via SDI output, ensuring broader compatibility across setups

• Comes with five different types of gears, making it adaptable to a wide range of lenses for flexible use across production environments

Price and Availability:

The OCELLUS ‘ASR-CT1’ is now available in India for purchase across all Sony Center, Alpha Flagship stores and major electronic stores in India. 

About Sony India Pvt. Ltd.

Sony India Private Limited (Sony India), a private limited company with its ultimate holding company as Sony Group Corporation, Japan, has established itself as a premium brand in various product categories including television, digital imaging, personal audio, home entertainment, gaming, car audio, and professional solutions. The company places a strong emphasis on customer satisfaction and maintains high standards in sales and services. Sony also prioritizes environmental sustainability, aiming to achieve a zero environmental footprint throughout the lifecycle of its products and business activities to contribute to a healthier and enriched life for all of humanity and future generations.

Spacious, quiet and packed with thoughtful touches, the VinFast VF 7 takes some of the usual pain out of long family drives in India, from a hot cabin at the start to the fuel bill at the end.

The VinFast VF 7 takes some of the usual pain out of long family drives in India, from a hot cabin at the start to the fuel bill at the end

Goodbye, cramped seats and that hot-car feeling
A long road trip sounds great until everyone has been sitting in the car for hours. Then the heat kicks in, the cabin starts feeling smaller, and even a perfectly good holiday can begin with someone, likely under the age of ten, asking, “Are we there yet?”

The VF 7 addresses one of those problems simply by giving everyone more room. Its 2,840 mm wheelbase creates a spacious cabin, while the flat floor helps passengers in the rear stretch out more comfortably, especially children. The extra room means adults do not have to spend the entire journey trying to find a comfortable position.

The electric powertrain also changes the mood inside the car. There is no engine growl rising every time the driver accelerates, so the cabin stays quieter and calmer. On a long highway run, that can mean less noise, less vibration and, for kids who fancy a nap, a much better place to catch some sleep.

But in India, there is another enemy to deal with: the heat.

The Indian-spec VF 7 lets users remotely control the HVAC through the smartphone app, meaning the cabin can be cooled before the family even gets into the car.

It is the kind of feature that seems like a luxury until the car has been sitting outside in the heat. Then it becomes very simple: no getting in, turning the AC to maximum and waiting for the cabin to cool down. Just switch on the AC 10-20 minutes before you leave, open the door and get going.

Depending on the variant, the VF 7 also offers features such as ventilated front seats, dual-zone AC, an air ionizer and PM1.0 filtration.

Less money spent on the journey, more left for the destination
Then comes the other unavoidable part of a long drive: paying for it.

With a petrol or diesel car, every extra kilometre usually means another visit to the fuel pump. With an EV, charging can be worked into the journey itself.

Lunch break? Charge the car. Coffee stop? Let it charge. Everyone wants to get out and stretch their legs? Perfect. The car can make use of the same pause.

The VF 7 supports DC fast charging, with charging from 10% to 70% taking around 26-28 minutes, depending on the Indian variant and charging conditions.

And there is currently an even bigger reason to be less worried about the charging bill. VinFast offers free charging at V-Green charging stations in India until March 31, 2029. 

Meanwhile, V-GREEN is working with partners including RoadGrid India to expand fast-charging infrastructure at high-demand locations across the country, including HPCL retail outlets, smart cities and other strategic sites.

With free charging available under the current programme, eligible VF 7 owners can take some of the energy cost out of long-distance travel. Free scheduled maintenance is also available for three years or 36,000 km, whichever comes first.

So, with a range of up to 496 km depending on the Indian VF 7 variant, there is less need to build the entire road trip around charging. Go where you need to go, stop when you need to stop, and let the car take care of its recharge while you take care of yours.

A family SUV that knows the little things matter
The best road-trip features are often not the ones that make the biggest noise in a brochure. They are the little things you notice after several hours behind the wheel.

The VF 7 combines its roomy cabin and 2,840 mm wheelbase with the smoothness of an electric powertrain, while higher variants add features such as ventilated front seats, a head-up display, 360-degree surround-view monitoring and advanced driver assistance systems.

There is also help on the buying side. VinFast’s India EV transition programme offers INR 175,000 to INR 214,000 of support across VF 7 variants for eligible customers switching from an internal-combustion vehicle to a VinFast EV. 

From a quick weekend escape to a road trip that keeps going for hundreds of kilometres, the VF 7 is built around the things that make family travel easier: enough room for everyone, a cabin that can be cooled before the journey starts, quiet electric driving and fewer worries about the cost of keeping the wheels turning.

Basically, more time enjoying the trip and less time sweating the small stuff.

About VinFast
VinFast (NASDAQ: VFS), a subsidiary of Vingroup JSC, one of Vietnam’s largest conglomerates, is a pure-play electric vehicle (“EV”) manufacturer with the mission of making EVs accessible to everyone. VinFast’s product lineup today includes a wide range of electric SUVs, e-scooters, and e-buses. 

VinFast is currently embarking on its next growth phase through rapid expansion of its distribution and dealership network globally and increasing its manufacturing capacities with a focus on key markets across North America, Europe, the Middle East and Asia.

Learn more at: www.vinfastauto.in.

Araiya Hotels & Resorts announced the opening of Soul by Araiya Paithalmala – A Vihaara Resort, the latest addition to its growing portfolio of boutique hotels and retreats across India. Owned by Subhakaran K V and family, managed by Araiya Hotels and Resort, this new property reinforces Araiya’s commitment to bringing thoughtfully curated hospitality experiences to emerging leisure destinations that celebrate authenticity, wellness and a deep connection with their surroundings.

A new retreat in Kerala’s Western Ghats Araiya Paithalmala designed for slow living and immersive escapes

Surrounded by the breathtaking landscapes of the Western Ghats, the resort is envisioned as a sanctuary where nature sets the pace inviting guests to slow down, reconnect and experience the restorative beauty of one of Kerala’s most serene mountain destinations. With cool mountain air, panoramic valley views and lush forests forming its backdrop, the property embodies a sense of quiet luxury that is increasingly sought after by today’s discerning traveller.

The resort features 18 thoughtfully designed rooms and suites, including 17 Deluxe Rooms and 1 Honeymoon Suite, each offering expansive views of the surrounding hills and designed to create an atmosphere of privacy and comfort. Warm interiors, contemporary amenities and nature-inspired design come together to provide guests with an experience that is both luxurious and deeply relaxing.

True to Araiya’s philosophy of destination-led hospitality, Soul by Araiya encourages guests to experience Paithalmala beyond its scenic beauty. Carefully curated experiences such as guided nature walks, sunrise and sunset trails, stargazing sessions and mindfulness programmes invite travellers to immerse themselves in the rhythms of the landscape. For those looking to explore further, nearby mountain treks, coffee estate visits and the region’s rich biodiversity offer memorable opportunities to discover northern Kerala through a slower, more meaningful lens.

Speaking on the collaboration, AMRUDA NAIR, Founder and Director – Araiya Hotels and Resorts said “Soul by Araiya began with a simple observation: Indian travellers are done paying for ceremony. Soul promise is quality without theatre good rooms, honest food, and places worth the journey. Most of India discovers Kerala from the backwaters up; we wanted to introduce it from the hills down.

Paithalmala is one of the state’s most cherished highland escapes shola forests, rolling coffee estates, mornings that arrive through mist and it deserves hospitality at its own scale: eighteen rooms, a spa, and trails in every direction. We are pleased to partner with the Shubakaran family to bring Soul by Araiya to Kerala. The best properties come from owners with deep roots in their destination, and Vihaara’s commitment to Paithalmala matched with Araiya’s operating discipline is exactly that pairing. There was no better address for Soul’s debut, and no better way to bring Araiya to Kerala.”

Speaking on the collaboration, Subhakaran KV, Director, from Vihaara Resort said “Paithalmala is one of the most extraordinary yet undiscovered corners of South India, and Soul by Araiya, Paithalmala, A Vihaara Resort was built to honour that — its landscapes, its culture, and the sense of calm that defines this hill retreat.

Our vision has always been to create a retreat where guests can reconnect with nature without compromising on comfort, wellness, and thoughtful service. We are delighted to announce that this property will be managed exclusively by Araiya Hotels & Resorts, whose expertise and commitment to exceptional hospitality will bring this vision to life.We look forward to welcoming guests to experience the unique charm of Paithalmala and the warm hospitality that defines Soul by Araiya, Paithalmala, A Vihaara Resort.”

Conveniently located just 90 minutes from Kannur International Airport, the resort serves as an ideal gateway for travellers seeking a peaceful mountain retreat, a wellness-focused holiday or an immersive nature escape. Whether visiting for adventure, relaxation or celebration, guests can expect an experience that balances comfort with the timeless beauty of Kerala’s misty highlands.

About Araiya Hotels & Resorts

Araiya Hotels & Resorts is India’s conscious hospitality collection — boutique hotels where the stay gives back: to the communities around each property, the landscapes they sit in, and the guest’s own stillness. Founded and led by third-generation hotelier Amruda Nair, the portfolio spans the Himalayan foothills, the forests of Gir and Rajaji, and the hills of northern Kerala, across its Araiya, Araiya Anthology, Soul by Araiya and Essence by Araiya collections. Working in partnership with property owners, Araiya combines investor-grade operating discipline with a simple philosophy: small by design, rooted in place, and giving more than it takes. Upcoming openings include Vanin, Araiya Anthology in Ranthambore. Stay. Give. Return.

Paisabazaar, India’s leading marketplace for financial products and free credit score platform, is accelerating the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) across the organisation, with AI now generating around 86% of the new code written on its platform.

The shift is transforming how Paisabazaar builds and scales technology, significantly improving development velocity and enabling teams to take on a larger product and technology roadmap.
 

CTO Mukesh Sharma says as AI capabilities scale, Paisabazaar is able to build, test and deploy products faster and more efficiently
 

Mukesh Sharma, Chief Technology Officer, Paisabazaar, said, “AI has fundamentally changed the way our engineering teams build. But the objective is not to replace engineers—it is to make them significantly more productive, taking away repetitive development work and allowing them to spend more time on architecture, problem-solving and innovation. As AI capabilities scale, we are able to build, test and deploy products faster and more efficiently.”
 

Paisabazaar is also expanding its technology team even as AI takes on a larger role in development, reflecting the company’s focus on using productivity gains to expand its technology ambition rather than simply reduce resources. As AI enhances productivity, the company sees an opportunity to build more, experiment faster and address more problems simultaneously.

AI-assisted development is now integrated across the engineering lifecycle at Paisabazaar, from writing and testing code to debugging and documentation. Engineers continue to provide human oversight across critical stages, while AI enables teams to accelerate development and focus their efforts on higher-value technology and product challenges. As the role of engineers evolves, greater emphasis is placed on systems thinking, complex problem-solving, architectural decision-making and the ability to work effectively with AI tools.

“We are not looking to build the same things with fewer people; we want to use AI to expand what we can build. AI will not reduce our ambition—it will expand the surface area of what we can build,” added Sharma.

The broader AI strategy at Paisabazaar extends beyond engineering, with the company using AI across consumer-facing experiences to simplify complex credit information, generate personalised credit insights and enable more contextual interactions. AI and machine learning are also being used across product discovery and lending journeys to enhance personalisation and decision support.
 

The company expects AI adoption across engineering and consumer experiences to deepen as the technology evolves, focusing on expanding innovation, improving productivity and delivering simpler, more personalised financial experiences at scale.

About Paisabazaar

Paisabazaar, a part of PB Fintech (listed since 2021), is India’s leading marketplace for financial products and a free credit score platform. Over the last 12+ years, Paisabazaar has earned the trust and goodwill of over 58 million consumers from 850 cities and towns across India. Paisabazaar has built wide and deep partnerships across the ecosystem, to offer a broad range of financial products, ranging from loans and cards to investments and savings along with bill payments and mobile recharge. The platform also enables consumers to check their free credit score from all 4 CICs (Credit Bureaus) in India. Paisabazaar is an ISO (27001:2013) and PCI DSS certified organisation, with industry-best controls, to safeguard the best interest of consumers.

ASBL has launched a new residential project at RTC X Roads in the heart of Central Hyderabad. With this project, ASBL is bringing a gated community to an area where most residential development has traditionally been in the form of standalone buildings. ASBL Legacy is designed for people who want to upgrade their lifestyle while continuing to live in the heart of the city.

ASBL new project launch at RTC X ROADS – ASBL Legacy

As Hyderabad has grown, large gated communities have become an important part of the city’s western and developing areas. Central Hyderabad, however, has seen fewer such developments despite its strong connectivity and access to established social infrastructure. ASBL Legacy aims to bring the gated community experience to this part of the city while keeping residents close to the places, transport and social infrastructure that make Central Hyderabad well connected.

Spread across approximately 7.97 acres, ASBL Legacy will feature three towers rising up to G+50 floors, making it the tallest project in the RTC X Roads area. The project offers 3 and 4 BHK homes starting at INR 1.99 crore, with 73.25% of the development kept as open space. It will also include a 74,000 sq. ft. clubhouse and more than 50 amenities spread across approximately 1.70 lakh sq. ft.

The project brings together sports, fitness, leisure and everyday facilities within the community. These include a terrace swimming pool with skyline views, badminton and futsal courts, pickleball and basketball courts, cricket nets, skating rink, jogging and cycling tracks, children’s play areas, a pet park and a 17,000 sq. ft. Festival Lawn. 12,000 sq. ft. Urban Corridor at the ground level of Tower B will also provide facilities such as co-working spaces, indoor games, a clinic, physiotherapy room and tuition room.

Legacy is located just two minutes from RTC X Roads Metro Station, with Kacheguda Railway Station around eight minutes away and MGBS around 15 minutes away. The project also includes features such as a vehicle-free podium, double-height lobby, two-metre-wide corridors, foyer entries and one lift per unit per floor.

“If you look at how Hyderabad has actually grown, its rapid growth phase happened largely westward, simply because that’s where large land parcels were available. And once development comes up in an area, it generates its own demand in real time. Central Hyderabad, on the other hand, has never lacked demand. What it lacked was scale land parcels large enough to build a proper gated community on. That’s the real reason the core has a genuine deficit of good quality housing today, not an absence of demand. As a micromarket, Central Hyderabad has significant untapped potential but it’s also a different kind of neighbourhood to design for. It’s established and already lived-in, and that brings its own opportunities and constraints, shaping both what we can build and how residents will actually use it,” says Ajitesh Korupolu, CEO & Founder of ASBL.

Founded in 2017, the company has delivered or launched several projects across the city. Its recent launches have also seen strong buyer response, with ASBL Broadway recording more than INR 1,000 crore in launch-day sales and EOIs, while ASBL Landmark recorded more than INR 500 crore on launch day.

ASBL continues to expand its presence across Hyderabad. The company was also recognised as the Fastest-Growing Real Estate Company in India last year. ASBL Legacy marks the company’s move into Central Hyderabad, bringing its gated community model to one of the city’s most established locations.

For more information about ASBL Legacy, visit their official website.

Registrations are now open for the first edition of the MET City International Half Marathon, to be held on Sunday, 25 October 2026 at Reliance MET City, Haryana.
 

Runners will experience a rare combination: the fresh air and lush green surroundings of an open landscape, paired with the smooth, wide roads of a modern, full-standard city. Conveniently located, it is an easy morning drive to and from Delhi and Gurugram. With its flat and straight layout, this course holds the potential to become the fastest route in North India, making it the ultimate destination for anyone looking to chase their Personal Best (PB).
 

The event carries a cash prize pool of close to Rs. 9 lakh, with Rs. 1,00,000 each for the fastest man and woman over the half marathon. Alongside the 21.1K signature race, the event features a 10K Timed Run and a 5K Fun Run/Walk, welcoming seasoned runners, first-timers, and families alike for an energetic morning of fitness, fun and memories. Early-bird entries start at Rs. 599 and close on 31 August 2026.
 

Most races in the region borrow their route from a working city, routing runners around barricades, traffic held at the next junction, or flyovers that arrive at the worst possible kilometre. This route runs inside an approximately 8,250-acre planned township area, where the roads were laid out long before a race was imagined.

• Green all the way. The course runs through open, planted avenues, with trees down the centre of the road and along both sides; a pleasant run rather than a grey one.

• Flat and straight. No climbs, no descents, no flyovers; the biggest single advantage a course can offer anyone chasing a time.

• Traffic-free, start to finish. Every crossing along the route will be managed by the organisers. Runners will not meet traffic at any point.

• No sharp turns. The route curves gently instead of doubling back on itself, so runners hold their rhythm rather than braking and building speed again.

• Room to run. Road corridors run up to 60 metres wide, with multi-lane roads throughout. No crush at the start, no weaving past slower groups, no jostling at the finish.

• Smooth tar underfoot. Well-laid, pothole-free tar roads rather than the concrete common to city races; easier on the knees and offering a highly comfortable running experience.
   

Speaking about the event, Mr. Shrivallabh Goyal, CEO and Whole-Time Director, Reliance MET City said, “We are incredibly proud to host this inaugural sporting event at Reliance MET City. Our city was meticulously planned to ensure people can live, work, and commute seamlessly. On 25 October, we are handing these very roads over to the running community. With a course that is flat, exceptionally wide, flanked by greenery on all sides, and completely closed to traffic for the morning, absolutely nothing will force athletes to break their stride. Whether a participant is chasing a personal best or crossing their very first finish line, we want them to experience the smooth, comfortable run that world-class urban planning provides.”
 

Event details

• Event: MET City International Half Marathon, first edition

• Date: Sunday, 25 October 2026

• Venue: Reliance MET City, Haryana (Delhi NCR)

• Categories: 21.1 km Half Marathon, 10K Timed Run, 5K Fun Run/Walk

• Flag-off: 6:00 AM for the 21.1K, 6:30 AM for the 10K and 7:00 AM for the 5K. Reporting time is one hour before flag-off.

• Cut-off times: 3 hours 30 minutes for the 21.1K, 90 minutes for the 10K and 60 minutes for the 5K.

• Course: Flat, fast, traffic-free, and green with tree-lined avenues

• Prize pool: Close to Rs. 9 lakh across the 21.1K and 10K, for men and women
   

Registration

Entries are open at www.metcityinternationalhalfmarathon.com and close on 15 October 2026, 11:59 PM IST, or earlier once places are filled. Registration is online only; there is no entry on race day.
 

• 21.1K Half Marathon: Rs. 1,199 early bird until 31 August, Rs. 2,499 thereafter. Open to runners aged 18 and above.

• 10K Timed Run: Rs. 799 early bird until 31 August, Rs. 1,699 thereafter. Open to runners aged 15 and above.

• 5K Fun Run/Walk: Rs. 599 early bird until 31 August, Rs. 1,199 thereafter. Open to participants aged 12 and above.

The MET City International Half Marathon is organised by GRR Salubrity and Events Pvt Ltd, a specialised running and marathon management company with over 13 years of experience in the space. GRR is known for world-class safety protocols, seamless logistics and has successfully executed 200+ running events across India, brining comprehensive expertise across event conceptualization, planning and on ground execution to this debut edition. 

About Reliance MET City

Reliance MET City is a smart and sustainable integrated township planned in 8,250-acre in Jhajjar district, Haryana. Home to over 700 companies from 12 countries and supporting more than 45,000 direct jobs, it is among India’s most advanced urban developments. Backed by IGBC Platinum-certified planning and full trunk infrastructure across power, water, roads and connectivity, Reliance MET City is designed to deliver a complete ecosystem for economic growth, community living and environmental sustainable. The township is developed by Model Economic Township Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Reliance Industries Limited.