India

Emerging Prudential Risks

India’s PFRDA Proposes Dual Valuation Framework for Pension Funds

By Nithya Subramanian | 23/10/2025

The proposed dual valuation framework aims to stabilise NPS and APY returns, reduce NAV volatility, and support long-term infrastructure financing.

Structural Regulation

India’s IFSCA Calls for Tax Exemption for GIFT City Investments

By Nithya Subramanian | 23/10/2025

The IFSCA has sought an exemption on tax collected at source on Indian investments in GIFT City, arguing that the levy adds friction and could divert funds to offshore jurisdictions.

Cryptocurrency

Asian Exchanges Crack Down on Corporate Crypto Hoarding – Report

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 23/10/2025

Exchanges in Hong Kong, India, and Australia are reportedly blocking firms from becoming crypto-treasuries, citing rules against shell companies and speculative risks.

Structural Regulation

India Eases Disclosure Timelines for Listed Entities in GIFT City

By Nithya Subramanian | 21/10/2025

The amendments extend deadlines for offer document disclosures, allotments, and financial reporting, bringing GIFT City’s listing regime closer to international norms.

Credit Risk

India’s New Credit Loss Rules to Cost Banks Billions - Reports

By Manesh Samtani | 21/10/2025

The RBI's shift to the Expected Credit Loss (ECL) framework will impact bank capital, but analysts see long-term benefits.

Trading & Investment

India, Sri Lanka Explore Rupee Bond Roadmap

By Nithya Subramanian | 20/10/2025

The initiative could allow Sri Lankan entities to raise funds in Indian rupees as New Delhi expands regional rupee lending.

Structural Regulation

India’s IFSCA Proposes Fund Rule Changes to Streamline Operations

By Nithya Subramanian | 20/10/2025

The draft amendments seek to simplify fund manager eligibility, extend fundraising timelines, clarify investor rights, and introduce targeted disclosure and ESG reliefs.

Climate Risk

G20 Pushes Climate Adaptation Plans, Backs Carbon Data Model

By Manesh Samtani | 20/10/2025

New SFWG report details principles for integrating resilience into transition plans and seeks to bolster carbon market integrity through data standardisation.

Structural Regulation

India Reportedly Plans New Mergers of Public Sector Banks

By Editors | 20/10/2025

Four smaller state-owned banks may be merged with larger rivals as part of a government plan with a roadmap expected by FY27.