India

India’s IFSCA Proposes New Rules to Build Aircraft Leasing Hub

By Nithya Subramanian | 18/03/2026

Consultation outlines a dedicated regulatory framework for Trust and Company Service Providers and SPVs to develop a leasing ecosystem in GIFT City.

Securities / Derivatives

SEBI Proposes Simpler Nomination Rules for Demat, MF Accounts

By Nithya Subramanian | 18/03/2026

The regulator has suggested default opt-in, fewer nominee details and a cap of four nominees to ease onboarding and reduce unclaimed assets.

Enforcement

Standard Chartered Settles SEBI Case Over FPI Lapses

By Nithya Subramanian | 18/03/2026

The settlement resolves alleged disclosure delays and due diligence lapses in the bank’s role as a depository participant, without admission of guilt.

RBI Mandates Disclosure of Deposit Insurance Premiums by Banks

By Nithya Subramanian | 18/03/2026

Banks must now report timely payment of DICGC premiums and disclose arrears under new RBI rules aligned with the risk-based premium framework.

Securities / Derivatives

India's Audit Regulators to Create New Coordination Framework

By Nithya Subramanian | 18/03/2026

The move follows public friction and aims to improve audit quality, clarify enforcement roles, and streamline information sharing between the bodies.

Securities / Derivatives

India’s NSE Launches New Gold Futures to Boost Retail Trading

By Nithya Subramanian | 18/03/2026

The new 10-gram gold futures contract is aimed at attracting small traders to the futures markets, which have been dominated by larger institutional players.

Securities / Derivatives

India’s IFSCA Proposes Rule Changes for Credit Rating Agencies

By Nithya Subramanian | 17/03/2026

The new consultation paper outlines stricter withdrawal protocols, enhanced record-keeping mandates, and transparency requirements for private and unsolicited ratings within GIFT City.

Securities / Derivatives

SEBI to Overhaul Adviser Rules Amid Rise of 'Finfluencers'

By Manesh Samtani | 17/03/2026

SEBI plans a digital platform, a new penalty framework, and a review of distributor rules to combat a decline in registered advisers.

Fintech / Regtech

India’s IFSCA Approves Revamped FinTech Sandbox Framework

By Nithya Subramanian | 17/03/2026

New framework expands eligibility, clarifies testing scope with distinct innovation and regulatory sandboxes, and streamlines the application process for GIFT City.