Showing questions for August 27, 2025
- Total: 26 questions
Question 16 Aug 27, 2025
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According to Colliers India, what is the current portfolio size of office and retail space in India's listed REITs?
140 million sqftIndia's Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) market has gained momentum with five trusts listed on stock exchanges holding a combined portfolio of 140 million sqft of office and retail space, as reported by Colliers India. The report highlights that the market is transitioning from a 'nascent' to an 'early growth' stage. This growth is fueled by strong demand from Global Capability Centres (GCCs), technology firms, and BFSI sectors. The occupancy levels are rising, indicating healthy market fundamentals. The existing portfolio constitutes a significant portion of the estimated 500 million sqft potential in office assets.
Question 17 Aug 27, 2025
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What is the estimated potential for office assets in India’s REIT market according to Colliers India?
500 million sqftColliers India estimates that the potential for office assets in India’s REIT market stands at 500 million sqft, of which about 133 million sqft is already under management by existing REITs. This indicates substantial room for growth and institutional participation in the sector. The increasing confidence in REITs as a mainstream investment vehicle reflects strong underlying fundamentals in India's commercial real estate. Rising demand from GCCs, tech, and BFSI firms is driving this expansion. Experts believe that continued investment and policy support will help unlock this potential.
Question 18 Aug 27, 2025
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How much has Suzuki Motor pledged to invest in India over the next five to six years?
`70,000 croreJapanese automaker Suzuki Motor has announced an investment of `70,000 crore in India over the next five to six years to strengthen its operations. This investment will support expansion, R&D, new technologies, and infrastructure development. Maruti Suzuki India’s Chairman RC Bhargava stated that this will help achieve an annual production capacity of four million units. The Gujarat plant, which will serve both domestic and global markets, is set to become one of the world’s largest auto manufacturing hubs. This commitment underscores Suzuki’s long-term partnership in India’s mobility journey.
Question 19 Aug 27, 2025
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Who has been elected as the new Prime Minister of Lithuania in August 2025?
Inga RuginieneInga Ruginiene, a former head of Lithuania’s labour union confederation and a member of the centre-left Social Democratic Party, was elected as Lithuania’s new Prime Minister in August 2025. She was approved by parliament with 78 votes to 35, succeeding Gintautas Paluckas, who resigned amid media and anti-corruption investigations into his business dealings. President Gitanas Nauseda nominated her, praising her as a constructive negotiator. Ruginiene pledged to restore stability and ensure the government fulfills its mandate. Her appointment marks a significant political shift in Lithuania, though foreign policy is expected to remain consistent.
Question 20 Aug 27, 2025
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How many prisoners who escaped during the July 2024 uprising in Bangladesh are still at large as of August 2025?
700According to Bangladesh’s Inspector General of Prisons, Brigadier-General Syed Motaher Hossain, around 700 prisoners who escaped during the July 2024 jailbreaks remain at large as of August 2025. The total number of inmates who fled was approximately 2,700 during the widespread protests. Among the fugitives are nine Islamist militants and 69 convicts sentenced to death or life imprisonment. The authorities continue efforts to recapture them, raising concerns about national security. This situation underscores the challenges in Bangladesh’s prison administration and law enforcement.