Tag: SEBI
Why the wait?
Delayed implementation of the Digital Personal Data Protection Act sees Indian businesses struggle with compliance
SEBI probe clears Adani group of Hindenburg allegations
SEBI’s final report found no violations or market manipulation by Adani Group, rejecting Hindenburg’s allegations
SEBI introduces co-investment scheme under AIFs framework
SEBI introduces new co-investment rules for alternative investment funds
Interest on penalty follows specifics of order
Supreme Court held interest on SEBI penalties runs from adjudication order expiry
SEBI seeks comment on regulating credit rating agencies
SEBI proposes reforms to credit rating rules, targeting non-regulated activities and transparency
Unleashing the open offer genie in India’s public market
Once made, an open offer in India can rarely be withdrawn, raising concerns about fairness and flexibility
Firms assist on USD237m Milky Mist Dairy Food IPO bid
Hogan Lovells, TT&A and Khaitan & Co are advising on Milky Mist’s INR20.35 billion IPO
SEBI bans JS Group, impounds INR48bn for market manipulation
SEBI bans Jane Street Group and impounds INR48.4 billion for alleged market manipulation
SEBI seeks comments on framework for conversion of InvITs
SEBI Seeks Public Feedback On Draft Rules For Converting Private InvITs To Public, Including New Lock-In Periods And Disclosure Norms
Aligning regulation with ease of doing business
India streamlines rules to boost investment and simplify business
SEBI seeks comment on SDI disclosure requirements
SEBI proposed mandatory half-yearly disclosures for securitised debt instruments to boost transparency and investor protection
SEBI issues ESG debt securities framework
SEBI issues ESG debt framework for social, sustainability and linked bonds listed or to be listed on stock exchanges
IVCA urges VCFs to finalise migration under new framework
SEBI urged legacy venture capital funds to migrate to the AIF regime by 19 July 2025 for better compliance and investor protection
Virtual electricity able to power green aspirations
CERC’s draft guidelines for VPPAs aim to boost renewable energy adoption through flexible, finance-based power procurement
SEBI revises charter for advisers, analysts, InvITs and REITs
SEBI updates investor charters for advisers, analysts, InvITs and REITs to enhance transparency and investor protection
Independent directors have a job to do
Independent directors face rising liability as SEBI and courts demand greater diligence and accountability
The bot bought it: AI’s invisible hand in fund decisions
AI-driven tools are revolutionising fund operations, raising new compliance challenges for India’s alternative investment sector
A legal head for numbers
Ishita Sharan, legal head of NARCL, discusses rising insolvency challenges and the bank’s role in managing stressed assets
Rule changes proposed for category II AIFs
SEBI proposes rule changes to boost investment flexibility for Category II AIFs
SEBI cracks down on ‘finfluencers’, impounds INR53.6m
SEBI banned finfluencer Asmita Patel and associates, impounding INR 53.6M (USD 616,364)
SEBI releases draft circular on digital assurance reports
SEBI's draft circular requires listed companies to file a digital assurance report
Angel fund reforms help investments grow wings
Angel fund reforms aim to boost investor protection and startup growth
SEBI to secure UPI payments for investors to prevent fraud
SEBI released a consultation paper on a draft circular for secure UPI-based investor transfers
AI does not absolve data privacy responsibility
SEBI’s amendments require regulated entities using AI/ML tools to ensure data privacy and compliance
Wealth management in India: SEBI’s bottom-up approach to investment
The Securities and Exchange Board of India’s (SEBI) decision to introduce a new asset class within the mutual fund framework
Whistleblowing should be heard throughout the system
Whistleblowing in India dates back to Kautilya’s Arthashastra, which outlined a detailed mechanism for reporting financial wrongdoing
SEBI orders 5 entities to pay fines in Reliance fraud case
SEBI has issued INR1.3 billion demand notices in the Reliance Home Finance fraud case
SEBI changes rules on disclosures, overseas mutual funds
SEBI has revised disclosure and overseas investment rules for mutual funds through new circulars
SEBI strengthens index derivatives framework
The SEBI has introduced measures to improve the framework for index derivatives to increase investor protection and market stability
SEBI invites public comment on new G-Secs initiative
SEBI released a draft circular to boost retail participation in trading government securities (G-Secs) and improve business ease
Summary proceedings to apply in certain matters before SEBI
SEBI approved summary proceedings for certain violations to improve business ease and boost its operational efficiency
SEBI fines Ambani’s son INR10m for loan irregularities
SEBI fines Jai Anmol Ambani INR10m for loan irregularities at Reliance Home Finance, linking him to improper corporate loans under investigation
CAM advises NaBFID on INR50b debt securities issuance
Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas has advised the National Bank for Financing Infrastructure and Development
SEBI eyes looser insider trading rules
SEBI considers changes to insider trading rules for fair market, easing trading for key insiders
SEBI suggests changes to listing rules for debt securities
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has introduced amendments to its regulations for the issue and listing of debt securities
SEBI proposes better governance of equities
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has proposed measures to bolster governance in the equities market
Expansion of QIB definition proposed
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has proposed to broaden the definition of qualified institutional buyer (QIB) for investing in debt securities
SEBI completes rollout of XBRL format for IPOs
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has completed a new measure aimed at implementing the XBRL format for filing IPO papers and securities issues
New governance norms for trusts
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has announced governance norms for REITs and InvITs, in line with those for listed companies. It follows the board’s approval of the concept in December
FIIs should inform SEBI about material changes
SEBI requires FIIs and sub-accounts to report material changes in submitted information to ensure continued compliance with its regulations.
SEBI sets high standards for intermediaries
SEBI fined Enam Securities INR2.5 million for lapses during Yes Bank’s IPO due to lack of due diligence


















































































