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Standard Chartered Bank settles case with SEBI over FPI rule violations, pays Rs 57.2 lakh

SEBI had initiated adjudication proceedings against the bank for multiple alleged lapses in compliance with regulatory provisions governing FPIs and depository participants.

SEBI proposes simpler nomination norms; default opt-in, fewer details, four-nominee cap

SEBI has proposed that nomination be the default option for all new single-holder accounts, with investors required to actively opt out through a declaration if they do not wish to nominate.

SEBI revises settlement guarantee fund norms for commodity derivatives clearing corporations

SEBI has also inserted a new provision allowing the regulator to grant exemptions or relaxations from strict enforcement of SGF rules in the commodity derivatives segment on a case-by-case basis.

Multiples PE Fund, Renuka Ramnath and others settle case with SEBI for delayed winding up of scheme

After deliberation, SEBI’s Internal Committee communicated a settlement amount of Rs 92.62 lakh on a joint and several liability basis. However, the applicants proposed a revised settlement amount of Rs 36.56 lakh.

As debate grows over product suitability framework, former SEBI WTM Ananth Narayan urges market ecosystem not to wait for regulator

Ananth Narayan said discussions around ensuring that investors are appropriate for the financial products they trade have been ongoing for years and require proactive action from the market ecosystem.

SEBI plans light touch penalty structure, digital platform, ad code to strengthen investment adviser ecosystem

SEBI chief asked investment advisors to promote responsible investing, educate clients about risks, and spread awareness against fraud and cyber threats.

India must develop longer tenure derivative contracts, says former SEBI WTM Ananth Narayan

Narayan suggested that regulator and exchanges could explore whether margin requirements on longer-tenure contracts are too conservative and if they can be recalibrated.

SEBI chief asks all stakeholders to ensure transparent, efficient markets

Pandey said, ndia’s capital markets are not only expanding but also deepening and diversifying, making them more resilient.

Stay patient during market volatility, SEBI chief's message to investors at Moneycontrol Global Wealth Summit

Speaking at the second edition of the Moneycontrol Global Wealth Summit, Pandey said investors, particularly individuals, should avoid reacting impulsively to short-term market movements during uncertain global conditions.

'Next phase of development will require deeper bond markets, stronger institutional participation': SEBI chief

"Listed companies must uphold high standard of governance. Efficient markets are in a sense shared responsibility," Tuhin Kanta Pandey said.

Govt eases public shareholding norms to facilitate mega IPOs

The revised framework introduces a tiered structure based on the size of the company’s post-issue capital calculated at the offer price

SEBI reshuffles portfolios of key department EDs; WTM reshuffle likely next

Some of the reshuffles have already taken effect, while others are scheduled to be implemented in the first week of April.

Govt appoints K V Ramana Murty as SEBI whole-time member: Sources

Whole-time members form part of SEBI’s top decision-making body and oversee key regulatory and operational functions.

SEBI proposes simplified claim process, higher limits to ease transmission of securities

The move is expected to significantly reduce the compliance burden in cases involving small investments and allow quicker settlement of claims.

Will India's private credit market catch America's cold?

India's private credit ecosystem, in contrast to US, is spread across pharmaceuticals, real estate, healthcare, manufacturing, education, and consumer businesses, which are sectors that have more tangible cash flows and hard collateral.

NSE finalises 20 merchant bankers, eight law firms for proposed IPO

As per NSE officials after the appointment of the merchant bankers it will take 3-4 months in preparation of DRHP.

SEBI recognises contingent liability of Rs 4291 crore in Karvy case, but settlement surge lifts income 31% in FY25

Settlement and compounding income surged to Rs 814.55 crore during the financial year, compared with Rs 104.13 crore in the previous year, marking a more than six-fold increase.

SEBI relaxes certification requirement for research analyst sales and client-facing staff

SEBI said the move aims to reduce compliance burden while maintaining regulatory oversight of research-related activities in the securities market.

SEBI explores faster ‘Lodge and Launch’ framework for AIF schemes: SEBI Chairman

The move comes as the AIF industry has expanded rapidly in recent years with commitments nearing Rs 16 lakh crore

SEBI issues around 100 comments for every DRHP, nearly half on risk factors: Study

SEBI issues about 100 comments per DRHP review, with nearly half focused on risk factors. Key areas include risk placement, tariff impact, concentration, financial risks, and regulatory compliance.

Sahara Group will have to refund Rs 14,106 cr raised through OFCDs as SAT upholds SEBI order

SAT ruled OFCD issuance violated company law, claims of refund also not reliable.

SEBI may come up with common disclosure mechanism and penalty structure for listed companies for ease of compliance

The issue is being discussed internally and is likely to be sent for further review to the panel constituted to review the listing and disclosure framework.

SAT upholds SEBI action against Kotak AMC in Essel Group FMP case but relief on disgorgement, AMC to challenge order in Supreme Court

Kotak Mahindra AMC in a statement said there is no impact on the existing schemes or unit holders of the fund house.

SEBI introduces 'lock in' facility for mutual fund folios to prevent unauthorised transaction

The regulator said the measure has been introduced to promote greater digital security of mutual fund units and to protect investors from potential misuse of their accounts.

Linde shareholders reject company’s proposal to enter Rs 417 worth RPTs with Praxair

The proposal, which was voted upon on Thursday, was defeated by minority shareholders with 89% investors voting against it.