Chinese officials worried as economy enters ''tricky'' phase: Economist

Last Updated: Saturday, August 29, 2015, 02:04

China`s economy is entering a treacherous phase as it moves away from traditional sources of growth like heavy manufacturing and real estate investment, but has yet to complete the transition to a new model, a prominent Chinese economist said on Friday.

Investor interest high in REITs but tax hurdles persist: ICRA

Last Updated: Tuesday, June 9, 2015, 20:50

Even as the government's policy measures have bolstered investor interest in real estate investment trusts (REITs), lack of clarity on the tax structure remains a matter of concern, ICRA said Tuesday.

Govt allows REITs to raise funds from overseas investors

Last Updated: Wednesday, May 6, 2015, 23:02

In a major boost to Real Estate Investment Trusts, the government Wednesday approved changes to FEMA regulations that will allow such instruments to tap foreign funds.

DLF to launch Rs 3,600 cr CMBS issue in next two months

Last Updated: Monday, May 4, 2015, 17:47

India's largest realty firm DLF is likely to raise about Rs 3,600 crore this quarter through the issue of securities, backed by its IT-SEZ, as part of strategy to replace costlier debt.

Govt gives relief for REITs, InVITs on Minimum Alternate Tax

Last Updated: Thursday, April 30, 2015, 23:30

The government Thursday said minimum alternate tax would be applicable on the real estate and infrastructure investment trusts only when there is actual transfer of their units.

'Investment in real estate plummeted 6% in 4 years'

Last Updated: Thursday, April 16, 2015, 19:20

Investment attracted by the real estate sector from various public and private sources across India have declined by 6 percent in the last four years, says a survey.

Hopeful of REITs making it big, says Sebi chief U K Sinha

Last Updated: Friday, March 20, 2015, 11:31

Striking a positive note, Sinha said REITs took a long time even in the US to take off in a big way and the growth started only after 5-6 years.

Sebi to organise REITs conference on March 20

Last Updated: Wednesday, March 18, 2015, 18:10

The conference would also help in creating more awareness as well as attract foreign and domestic investments into REITs.

DLF to sell properties worth Rs 15K-cr in various projects

Last Updated: Sunday, March 8, 2015, 11:41

India's largest realty firm DLF plans to monetise properties worth about Rs 15,000 crore under various projects to boost its cash flow and reduce debt, a senior company official said.

Realty sector seeks more tax sops on REITs

Last Updated: Wednesday, February 4, 2015, 17:21

To ensure success of newly created REIT (Real Estate Investment Trust) structure, property developers and consultants have sought more tax incentives in the upcoming union budget on investments through this route.

REITs will be 'booster rocket' for investments: JLL India chief

Last Updated: Friday, January 23, 2015, 16:49

The real estate investment trusts will be a "booster rocket" for investments coming into the country and realty players are awaiting more clarity on the proposed new instrument, according to JLL India's Chairman and Country Head Anuj Hari.

Govt to firm up plans for Infrastructure Trust Fund soon

Last Updated: Tuesday, November 19, 2013, 21:26

The Finance Ministry is firming up plans for a new Infrastructure Trust Fund aimed at accelerating the flow of long-term investments in various projects.