India's pension funds are reportedly gaining expanded access to REITs and AIFs, a landmark policy shift expected to channel billions into real estate and infrastructure while delivering stable yields for retirement portfolios.

Regulatory authorities have intensified scrutiny of ultra-wealthy Indian families using Alternative Investment Funds in Gujarat's GIFT City to circumvent overseas investment restrictions, with the IFSCA now requiring fund managers to confirm their AIFs are not single-family vehicles.

Aditya Birla Sun Life AMC announced plans to raise over ₹1,500 crore through its second real estate-focused AIF, targeting senior secured lending in India's top property markets with conservative LTV ratios.

Tourism Finance Corporation of India aims to disburse ₹2,000 crore in FY26, expanding into hospitality, real estate, MSME solar financing and tourism-focused AIFs to diversify its lending portfolio beyond traditional sectors.

New investment models enabling fractional property ownership with ₹10-15 lakh entry points are challenging traditional real estate investment approaches in India, with the market projected to reach $5 billion by 2030.

Financial experts question whether property purchase with long-term debt remains the wisest wealth creation strategy for middle-income Indians in today's economic landscape.

Real Estate Investment Trusts and Infrastructure Investment Trusts are emerging as mainstream investment options in India, with enhanced regulatory support driving institutional confidence and retail accessibility.

SEBI announces major AIF regulatory reforms effective September 2025, mandating equal investor treatment and dematerialized units. Learn about the new compliance requirements, implementation timeline, and impact on alternative investment funds in India's evolving financial landscape.

Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs) are revolutionizing India's real estate sector, capturing 14% of total investments in 2024. With funds like ASK raising ₹500 crore and targeting luxury properties, AIFs are becoming the preferred financing solution for developers and investors.

Pantomath Group launches Bharat Bhoomi Fund, a ₹1,000 crore real estate AIF targeting 22% returns. Fund focuses on commercial, residential projects across major Indian metro corridors with greenshoe option up to ₹2,000 crore.

The Wealth Company launches ₹2,000 crore Bharat Bhoomi Fund, a Category II AIF targeting ready-to-execute real estate projects across data centres, housing, and renewable energy. 1,200 acres pipeline ready.

India’s real estate sector is witnessing a massive investment wave, with ₹62,000 crore pumped into land acquisitions across metros. Developers secured 2,335 acres in 134 deals, setting the stage for a surge in residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments.

Arnya Real Estate Fund Advisors, an alternative investment management business, will launch its first real estate debt fund to invest in India's top eight property markets, raising around ₹1,000 crore. The Arnya Real Estate Fund—Debt offers a ₹1,000 crore green-shoe option.

Adarsh Developers, a leading real estate developer, repaid a ₹750 crore structured financing arrangement from Edelweiss Alternative Asset Advisors in 2022 progressing towards financial stability.

SEBI-registered alternative investment fund (AIF) Triveda Capital has raised 80 crore in its first close, aiming to raise 250 crore. Ranjan Pai, chairman of Manipal Education and Medical Group, led the investment, a milestone for the new fund.