Nithya Subramanian
Nithya Subramanian, a deputy editor at Regulation Asia, has wide experience covering the financial sector in India and Singapore. She has written extensively about wealth management, capital markets and insurance sectors tracking policy and corporate developments. Researching and writing about the South Asian diaspora settled in Singapore and the region is another area of interest. She has a post-graduate degree in English literature. Reach out to her at nithya@regulationasia.com
Articles by Nithya Subramanian
Credit Risk
RBI Finalises Basel III Credit Risk Capital Rules for Banks
28/04/2026
Effective 1 April 2027, the new credit risk rules ease key thresholds for banks while strengthening due diligence and risk-weight frameworks.
Credit Risk
RBI Finalises Expected Credit Loss Rules for Banks
28/04/2026
The new framework, effective from April 2027, moves to a forward-looking provisioning model while retaining the existing 90-day NPA norm.
Clearing & Post-Trade
SEBI Proposes New Rules for Handling Unpaid Client Securities
28/04/2026
SEBI has issued draft rules to streamline processes, clarify timelines, and provide flexibility for brokers handling client assets.
Payments & Settlements
US Confirms Dollar Swap Line Talks with Asian and Gulf Allies
28/04/2026
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said discussions are underway to provide dollar liquidity to allies, aiming to stabilise markets and reinforce the dollar’s international role.
Structural Regulation
NSE Revises Listing Framework for SME Emerge Platform
28/04/2026
The change includes proceeds from capital issuance in the Free Cash Flow to Equity calculation, aiming to align eligibility with SME funding realities.
Sustainable Finance
Malaysia Launches Carbon Market Policy, Tax on Hold
28/04/2026
The policy establishes a framework for carbon credit trading, prioritising market integrity and international cooperation ahead of a carbon tax.
Trading & Investment
Malaysia Plans Regional Shariah Screening Tool to Boost ETF Market
27/04/2026
The initiative aims to position the country as a hub for regional Islamic investment products, aligning with a new broader ASEAN capital markets plan.
Payments & Settlements
Vietnam, South Korea Launch Cross-Border QR Payments
27/04/2026
The initiative enables direct local currency settlement, marking a key step in bilateral financial integration and cashless payment promotion.
Structural Regulation
Thailand SET Proposes Easier Listing Rules for Growth Firms
27/04/2026
The stock exchange is consulting on rule changes to attract new economy and foreign firms, including easier listing criteria and shorter lock-up periods.
Clearing & Post-Trade
SEBI to Permit Net Settlement for FPI Cash Market Trades
27/04/2026
The move is designed to reduce funding costs and operational inefficiencies for foreign investors, with a December 2026 implementation deadline.
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