Topic

Economy & Budget

2 pieces in the Bridging Room

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  happening

  Realty shares fell 6.3% in September. Office absorption set a nine-month record

  Nifty Realty fell about 6.3% from its August close to its September close. CBRE reported US$9.5 billion in Q3 property investment and record office absorption for the first nine months of 2026. These figures track listed valuations, transactions and occupier demand. None alone shows whether housing demand or construction starts have changed.

  Bridging Room Desk · 6 October 2026

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  happening

  India budgeted ₹19,000 crore for rural roads. The state ledger shows what had moved by July

  The first FY2026–27 PMGSY state ledger puts allocations beside releases, spending and road length. It is a July snapshot, and the funding columns need careful reading.

  Brenman Consulting · 20 September 2026