Global Indices

"These indices are primarily based on the opinions of a tiny group of unknown 'experts'," the working paper said.

Foreign investors snap up Indian bonds set for inclusion in global indices

The central bank removed foreign investment caps for a number of securities under the 'fully accessible route' (FAR) in April 2020 to help meet a key requirement of index providers.

Bull run in India puts Sensex among top global performers in 2021 so far

The United States' Nasdaq Composite is leading the world equity indices with gains of over 7% in just one month, followed by Hong Kong's Hang Seng (an up move of 6%) and India's BSE Sensex (an increase of 5%)

Weekly global wrap: Markets end lower on strong dollar, higher crude prices; DAX down over 2%

Among Asian markets, Shanghai Composite, KOSPI, Hang Seng lost over 1 percent, while among European markets, DAX shed more than 2 percent.

NSE plans derivative contracts linked to European indices

The National Stock Exchange is looking to launch derivative contracts linked to European indices, which will help domestic investors to have exposure to European equity market.