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.

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.

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.

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.