Solving the liquidity trap of real estate investments with REITs
For generations, there has been one constant feature in the average Indian investor’s portfolio: a piece of physical real estate....
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Mint Explainer | Why the Supreme Court is re-examining a 46-year-old definition of ‘industry’ that could affect millions
"For employers, the new definition of 'industry' under the IR Code may reduce regulatory obligations in certain sectors, particularly in...
REITs let investors tap rental yields from offices occupied by blue-chip firms
Think about the local coffee shop or the neighbourhood gym that you pass every day. Some thrive for years, while...
Authorship vs ownership: Why composer Ilaiyaaraja’s case underscores a key tension in Indian music
The Delhi High Court's interim order favours Saregama India, restricting Ilaiyaraaja's use of copyrighted works from 134 films. This case...
How the West Asia conflict adds to Indian airlines’ turbulence
West Asia woesAs the war started, Iran’s attacks on nearly all its neighbouring countries brought flight operations to a halt....
Global LPs question Indian company valuations, consultants step in
Global investors are increasingly sceptical of Indian startup valuations, citing a disconnect between private-market valuations and public-market performance. This trust...
India relaxes sourcing rules to speed up electric bus, truck production
This comes at a time when demand for electric trucks and buses has risen in 2025. In 2025, sales of...
Mint Explainer | Why India plans to end ‘double testing’ for plasma-derived medicines
Harpreet Kaur, medical superintendent, head , Lab Services and Blood Centre, Aakash Healthcare in Delhi, said, “The process of production...
Mint Primer | Will Indians continue to invest in Dubai realty?
How important are Indian investors to Dubai?Indian nationals are the largest foreign real estate investor base in Dubai, accounting for...
West Asia war may claim an unlikely casualty — Indian films’ run overseas
Over 9 million Indian expatriates reside in West Asia, primarily within the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), making it the largest...
