India

Securities / Derivatives

SEBI Rejects NSE Proposal for Extended Trading Hours

By Ajoy K Das | 08/05/2024

SEBI cited a lack of feedback from the stock broking community. NSE has now shelved its extended time frame plan.

Securities / Derivatives

India to Update Listing Rules for GIFT City Exchanges

By Ajoy K Das | 08/05/2024

The proposed listing regulations take into account standards from IOSCO and best practices from other jurisdictions.

Sanctions

Russia Investing Accumulated Rupees in India – Reports

By Editors | 08/05/2024

Russia is no longer looking to repatriate its rupees as it can now invest in Indian stocks and government securities.

Securities / Derivatives

RBI Adjusts Bank Capital Market Exposure Norms

By Ajoy K Das | 07/05/2024

The RBI said the move to T+1 settlement prompted a review of the existing guidelines on the issuance of IPCs by banks.

Capital / Liquidity

RBI Allows Standalone Primary Dealers to Borrow Forex

By Ajoy K Das | 06/05/2024

Standalone primary dealers can now borrow FX from their parent companies and other authorised entities.

Securities / Derivatives

India Allows Non-Bank FPIs to Issue Derivatives in GIFT City

By Ajoy K Das | 06/05/2024

Non-bank FPIs including AIFs are expected to start issuing derivatives in GIFT City and offering them to international investors.

Securities / Derivatives

SEBI Revamps Supervisory Framework for Analysts, Advisers

By Ajoy K Das | 05/05/2024

Under the new framework, stock exchanges can apply to be recognised as administrative and supervising bodies for research analysts and investment advisers.

Capital / Liquidity

RBI Proposes Higher Provisions for Projects Under Construction

By Ajoy K Das | 05/05/2024

The RBI proposes to require higher provisions for financing of projects in the construction phase, even if not overdue or stressed.

Securities / Derivatives

SEBI Eases Rules to Enable Digital Onboarding by Portfolio Managers

By Ajoy K Das | 04/05/2024

A requirement for distributors of portfolio management services to register with the APMI is also being mandated.