India

AML / KYC

SEBI Eases Geo-Tagging Rules for NRIs Undertaking Re-KYC

By Nithya Subramanian | 11/12/2025

SEBI has relaxed geo-tagging and physical location requirements for NRIs completing re-KYC digitally, easing access while retaining safeguards such as GPS verification and anti-spoofing checks.

Fintech / Regtech

India’s Gujarat Police Crackdown on Cyber Fraud Networks

By Nithya Subramanian | 10/12/2025

Gujarat has rolled out Operation Mule Hunt, a state-level push to track scams from account operators to masterminds.

RBI Proposes Full Cost Disclosure in Retail FX Deals

By Nithya Subramanian | 10/12/2025

RBI has proposed new rules requiring ADs to disclose the full transaction cost of foreign exchange deals to retail users to boost transparency in the FX market.

Securities / Derivatives

SEBI Issues Rules for Migration to Accredited-Investor AIFs

By Nithya Subramanian | 10/12/2025

The new framework introduces a formal pathway for Accredited Investor–only funds and expands operational flexibilities for Large Value Funds.

Securities / Derivatives

NSE Launches Pre-open Session for Equity Derivatives

By Nithya Subramanian | 10/12/2025

NSE started running a structured pre-open auction for equity derivatives, a move designed to enhance transparency and orderly market openings.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Coinbase Reopens India Onboarding After Two-Year Pause

By Nithya Subramanian | 10/12/2025

Following its registration with FIU-IND, Coinbase is rebuilding its India operations and planning a phased launch of rupee on-ramps in 2026.

Securities / Derivatives

SEBI Launches PaRRVA Framework to Verify Performance Claims, Tackle Finfluencers

By Nithya Subramanian | 09/12/2025

The new SEBI-backed verification agency aims to curb misleading claims from finfluencers and provide investors with independently verified performance data.

Securities / Derivatives

RBI Unveils New Rupee Interest Rate Derivatives Framework

By Nithya Subramanian | 09/12/2025

RBI issues a unified rulebook allowing broader resident and non-resident participation to deepen market liquidity and internationalise the rupee.

Capital / Liquidity

RBI Issues Final Rules to Ringfence Banks’ Core Activities

By Nithya Subramanian | 09/12/2025

The rules tighten how banks and financial groups undertake non-core activities, setting clearer boundaries, stricter investment limits, and more harmonised oversight across entities.