Nithya Subramanian
Nithya Subramanian, a deputy editor at Regulation Asia, has wide experience covering the financial sector in India and Singapore. She has written extensively about wealth management, capital markets and insurance sectors tracking policy and corporate developments. Researching and writing about the South Asian diaspora settled in Singapore and the region is another area of interest. She has a post-graduate degree in English literature. Reach out to her at [email protected]
Articles by Nithya Subramanian
Securities / Derivatives
Bursa Malaysia to Enhance Transparency of Trading Participation Data
24/02/2026
The exchange will distinguish between institutional and retail nominee accounts and reclassify certain foreign-owned company flows to improve data transparency.
Enforcement
RBI Monitoring Suspected Fraud Case at IDFC First Bank
24/02/2026
The RBI is closely overseeing the investigation into a INR 5.9 billion fraud at IDFC First Bank, reassuring depositors that their accounts remain secure.
AML / KYC
India to Fast-Track Money Laundering Investigations
24/02/2026
Enforcement Directorate to file 500 chargesheets this fiscal year and target completion of investigations within two years.
Securities / Derivatives
SEBI Plans Overhaul of Rules for Portfolio Management Services
24/02/2026
SEBI plans to update the PMS framework by June 2026 to encourage stronger internal controls, more disciplined risk management, and investor-focused practices.
ESG / Sustainability
Korea Eyes Pension Reforms to Boost Stewardship and Market Value
24/02/2026
Lawmakers are advancing bills to mandate FSS oversight of stewardship activities and reform the National Pension Service's investment and voting practices.
Capital / Liquidity
RBI’s Lending Curbs on Bank Funding to Hit Trading Firms
24/02/2026
The RBI’s norms on bank funding for capital market activities are expected to squeeze trading firms, with smaller brokerages seen as most vulnerable.
Securities / Derivatives
India: AIBI Unveils New Initiatives to Strengthen IPO Market
24/02/2026
The investment bankers' association has launched new handbooks and guides aimed at streamlining listings, enhancing investor literacy, and attracting global capital.
Capital / Liquidity
Japan’s FSA Warns Regional Banks Over Real Estate Loan Risks
23/02/2026
The regulator has urged regional lenders to tighten risk management and strengthen oversight of property-related lending amid concerns over potential vulnerabilities in their loan portfolios.
ESG / Sustainability
India’s IFSCA, IICA Sign MoU on Corporate Governance
23/02/2026
The partnership will roll out structured training, policy research and capacity-building initiatives aimed at strengthening corporate governance standards at GIFT City.
Fintech / Regtech
RBI Probes UPI Autopay as Court Scrutinises Wider Fraud Risks
23/02/2026
The regulator is examining recurring payment issues, and the Delhi High Court is tackling systemic fraud concerns.
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