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Market Risk
Initial Margin Rules for OTC Derivatives Take Effect in India
By Manesh Samtani | 02/04/2025
The IM and VM rules were initially meant to come into force at the same time, but implementation of the IM rules was deferred last November.
Reporting & Disclosures
SEBI Introduces “Green Credit Programme” Disclosures for Listed Companies
By Nithya Subramanian | 01/04/2025
The new framework allows businesses to opt for assessment or assurance, and defers value chain disclosures by a year.
Trading & Investment
SEBI Implements Intraday Monitoring of Index Derivative Limits
By Nithya Subramanian | 01/04/2025
From 1 April 2025, exchanges must take at least four position snapshots daily. However, SEBI breaches will not result in penalties until further notice.
Cybersecurity
SEBI Extends Cybersecurity Compliance Deadline Again
By Nithya Subramanian | 01/04/2025
SEBI has extended the deadline for REs to implement the cybersecurity framework until 30 June 2025, providing additional time for compliance.
Trading & Investment
SEBI Proposes New Guidelines for Expiry Days of Equity Derivatives
By Nithya Subramanian | 01/04/2025
The proposed new guidelines aim to reduce concentration risk, improve market stability, and enhance investor protection.
Credit Risk
RBI Updates Priority Sector Lending Rules to Boost Credit Flows
By Nithya Subramanian | 29/03/2025
RBI has raised loan limits for housing and renewable energy, expanded the definition of weaker sections, and set new targets for UCBs.
Structural Regulation
SEBI Revises Fee Rules for Investment Advisers and Research Analysts
By Nithya Subramanian | 28/03/2025
Advance fee collection was restricted to six months for IAs and three months for RAs. The new limit is one year.
Structural Regulation
SEBI Proposes Easing Rules for GIFT City Stock Brokers
By Nithya Subramanian | 27/03/2025
Stock brokers will no longer need a No-Objection Certificate from the regulator to set up a subsidiary or joint venture in GIFT City.
Trading & Investment
SEBI Eyes Liquidity Boost to Corporate Bond Market
By Nithya Subramanian | 27/03/2025
The EBP platform would be mandatory for private placement debt issues exceeding INR 200 million. The RFQ platform will be more accessible for retail investors.
Conduct, Culture & Accountability
SEBI Forms High-Level Committee to Review Conflict of Interest Norms
By Nithya Subramanian | 27/03/2025
The committee will make recommendations to strengthen accountability and ethical conduct of members of the SEBI board.
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