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Forbes India Magazine - October 03, 2025

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In this issue

In our latest edition, Luxury Special, we look at everything aspirational. Luxury real estate, for instance, is about homes that will serve generations and the mantra is ‘do not market’.
We also write about what it takes to build a luxury brand in a value-conscious country like India and the challenges that local players face.
There’s a feature on quiet luxury as well as a piece on the most luxurious cars that entrepreneurs would like to own. We also profile 25 market leaders in the luxury residential real estate sector. And there’s a photo feature on an expensive meal.

Rush to Exit

Increasing exits and a simultaneous decrease in time taken to go public signal a maturing Indian startup ecosystem

1 mins

Transition Trouble

The government has allowed old packaging with new stickers or stamps to ease GST shift, but concerns remain

3 mins

Silver Lining

Bank credit growth is weak, but demand for loans and consumption is set to pick up in the festival season. This has led banks to reassess their underwriting models

3 mins

Making Rapido Strides

How the ride-hailing platform is breaking the Ola-Uber duopoly, now commanding nearly half of the market with its cab share doubling in just eight months

3 mins

The E20 Conundrum

The government's decision to aggressively push for ethanol-blended fuel has put car owners in a dilemma

2 mins

Swift Uptake

Urban Company's IPO fully subscribed within hours, driven by strong retail investor interest

2 mins

Joining The Ban Wagon

Nepal is just the latest among a series of countries to implement digital censorship to curb political tension and citizen protests

4 mins

Joining The Ban Wagon

Nepal is just the latest among a series of countries to implement digital censorship to curb political tension and citizen protests

4 mins

'We're not Chasing the AI Hype

Zoho's new CEO Mani Vembu shares insights into building Zia LLM, the shift toward agentic AI, learnings from Sridhar Vembu and more

4 mins

Luxury That Lasts

Luxury real estate is about homes that will serve generations, and the mantra is, 'do not market'

8 mins

India's Top Luxury Developers

A funnel-based approach to identify the market leaders in the real estate sector

2 mins

Shaping The Future

Adani Realty's projects are tailored to meet the evolving aspirations of modern India

1 mins

A Strategic Approach

Ajmera Realty has focussed on mid and budget residential segments, as well as high-end and luxury projects

2 mins

Beyond Opulence

Brigade Group collaborates with renowned architects and designers to create spaces that are structurally sound

1 mins

Value Creation

Central Park strives to create developments that are not only luxurious but also environmentally conscious

2 mins

Land of Opportunity

Century Real Estate Holdings has transformed into an integrated developer with premium, sustainable projects

1 mins

Timeless Tales

DLF Limited is charting a future where luxury is not merely lived. It is selling a lifestyle, a legacy

2 mins

Lavish Look

Embassy Group is creating service-rich environments through branded residences

2 mins

Healthy Landmarks

Godrej Properties is taking luxury beyond opulence and making it a philosophy of wellness, sustainability and community

2 mins

Living In Style

The Hiranandani Group has redefined luxury living in India by pioneering the integrated township concept

1 mins

Inspiring Aspiration

Kalpataru is reshaping luxury by crafting enclaves that blend sustainability with urban elegance and eco-innovative designs

1 mins

Sense of Exclusivity

K Raheja Corp has repositioned itself from a developer of premium properties to a purveyor of exclusive lifestyles

2 mins

Estates In The Sky

A blend of architectural and investment appeal has made Lodha a preferred address for India's elite

2 mins

Maximum Benefits

Max Estates' luxury projects integrate modern design with sustainability and biophilic principles

2 mins

A Holistic Lifestyle

My Home Group's philosophy revolves around making living a superior living experience for all residents

1 mins

Building Dreams

Oberoi Realty has shaped Mumbai's modern skyline by developing signature properties at prime locations

1 mins

Urban Transformation

Panchshil Realty's presence extends across asset classes- from office parks and branded hospitality to luxury housing

1 mins

Fine-tuning The Fabric

Peninsula Land has converted vast, defunct textile mill areas into high-value commercial and residential landmarks

2 mins

Bold Innovation

Prestige Group's enclaves sell aspirations of serene, elevated lifestyles, redefining luxury

1 mins

Affluence On Show

PS Group has transformed Kolkata's urban landscape by developing projects that redefine opulent living

2 mins

Premium Play

Runwal Group has married scale with luxury offerings, and widened its footprint into retail and township developments

1 mins

Finer Aspects

Sobha Group's premium projects command top prices due to their build quality

2 mins

Enclaves For The Elite

Sunteck Realty wants to dominate the ultra-luxury segment and make its brand synonymous with aspirational lifestyle

2 mins

The Culture Colour

TARC Limited has made a mark with its portfolio of luxury and high-value projects

1 mins

Experiential Empires

The Phoenix Mills sells aspiration that extends to a vibrant, curated world at one's doorstep

1 mins

Handcrafted Homes

Total Environment Building System is known for its luxury residential projects that blend with nature

1 mins

Haute & Happening

As global giants slow down, Indian entrepreneurs have an opportunity to take homegrown luxury to the world. But what does it take to build a luxury brand in a value-conscious country?

10+ mins

Quiet, Please

Like their global counterparts, India's elite love quiet luxury, but on their own terms

8 mins

Eye on Global Horizons

While one in five UHNIs is considering moving abroad, some estimates indicate a significant slowdown in the actual outflow of the wealthy

1 mins

Symphony on a Plate

At the Chef's Studio at Mumbai's Taj Mahal Palace, gastronomy becomes performance art, with each course unfolding like a movement

2 mins

Master of Classic Elegance

Ace designer Giorgio Armani, who passed away on September 4, was a visionary who brought Italian fashion to the world

3 mins

Carmic Connection

Top five desirable luxury cars for the Indian entrepreneur that are a manifestation of ambition and class

3 mins

Friends or Frenemies?

Children are increasingly using AI apps to do much more than just homework. Parents and experts weigh in on where to draw the line

7 mins

'We Need the Stillness to be Connected to Ourselves'

As a child, Tarun Tahiliani, born with bent legs, had to wear steel braces for a long time.

1 mins

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Forbes India Magazine Description:

Publisher: Network18-Media-&-Investments-Limited

Category: Business

Language: English

Frequency: Fortnightly

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