India

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

India’s IEPFA Proposes Faster Refunds for Small Investor Claims

By Nithya Subramanian | 30/01/2026

The investor protection authority has floated rule changes to cut paperwork and timelines, including a 30-day turnaround for low-value claims.

Climate Risk

RBI Defers Mandatory Climate Risk Disclosure for Banks

By Nithya Subramanian | 30/01/2026

The RBI has deferred plans to require banks to make climate-related risk disclosures, citing implementation challenges and data gaps.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

Indian Bank Unions Strike Over Delayed Five-Day Week Approval

By Manesh Samtani | 29/01/2026

Strike disrupts operations at public sector and regional rural banks as unions demand the government implement previously agreed-upon five-day work week.

Emerging Prudential Risks

RBI Proposes Disaster-Relief Credit Rules for Borrowers

By Nithya Subramanian | 29/01/2026

The RBI has unveiled draft guidelines requiring banks to provide flexible loan relief, including rescheduling, moratoriums, and additional financing, for borrowers affected by natural disasters

Payments & Settlements

India’s UPI Set for Debut in Japan to Facilitate Payments

By Nithya Subramanian | 28/01/2026

UPI will be trialled in Japan in 2026, allowing Indian tourists to make seamless digital payments at local merchants via familiar apps.

Clearing & Post-Trade

RBI, ESMA Sign Pact to End Dispute Over CCP Supervision

By Manesh Samtani | 28/01/2026

The agreement allows Indian central counterparties to re-apply for EU recognition, resolving a long-standing impasse over regulatory oversight.

Emerging Prudential Risks

India’s PFRDA Sets Up Expert Panel to Revamp Investment Rules

By Nithya Subramanian | 27/01/2026

The focus will be on strategic asset allocation, risk governance, diversification and long-term retirement outcomes.

Anti-Bribery & Corruption

US SEC Moves to Serve Summons on Adani Bypassing Indian Authorities

By Nithya Subramanian | 27/01/2026

The SEC has sought court approval to directly serve legal summons on Gautam and Sagar Adani, amid allegations linked to a cross-border corruption probe.

Market Abuse

SEBI Accuses EY, PwC Executives of Insider Trading in Yes Bank Deal

By Nithya Subramanian | 27/01/2026

SEBI has issued show-cause notices to executives from EY, PwC and private equity firms Carlyle and Advent, alleging insider trading linked to Yes Bank’s USD 1.1 billion share sale in 2022.