The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) announced a significant regulatory shift this week, permitting Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs) to retain liquidation proceeds beyond their designated fund tenure under specific conditions. This move, finalized in a circular issued to market participants, establishes a structured framework for managing assets that remain unsold after a scheme…
A new report from Knight Frank India reveals a significant disconnect between India’s robust real estate demand and the actual deployment of institutional capital. Between 2021 and 2025, real estate-focused Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs) registered $14.5 billion in total capital commitments, yet only $7.9 billion was successfully raised and a mere $5.7 billion was deployed…
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has announced new regulations aimed at accelerating the launch of Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs). Effective immediately, these rules permit AIFs to raise capital without prior regulatory clearance, significantly shortening the typical launch timeline. The changes, detailed in a recent circular, also introduce a 12-month deadline for achieving…