India

Securities / Derivatives

SEBI, RBI Warn Public Against Trading on Unregistered Platforms

By Nithya Subramanian | 20/11/2025

Regulators issued fresh alerts on illegal bond-trading and forex platforms, warning that investors face serious risks when dealing with unregistered digital operators.

AML / KYC

India Links 27 Crypto Exchanges to ‘Coin Laundry’ Scam

By Nithya Subramanian | 19/11/2025

The laundering network used fake investment apps, mule accounts and rapid crypto conversions to move INR 6.23 billion through 27 exchanges undetected.

AML / KYC

India: SBI Chief Proposes National Financial Grid to Curb Fraud

By Nithya Subramanian | 19/11/2025

The proposed unified digital infrastructure linking India’s financial systems will help combat fraud and improve real-time risk detection across banks and fintechs.

Enforcement

BNP Paribas Settles SEBI Case on FPI Registration Violations

By Nithya Subramanian | 19/11/2025

BNP Paribas has paid INR 3.99 millon to settle SEBI proceedings over alleged lapses in granting and categorising FPI licences, closing the case without admitting wrongdoing.

Market Infrastructure

India’s Capital-market Leaders Urge Deeper Reforms to Boost Participation

By Nithya Subramanian | 18/11/2025

Capital-market participants pressed for tax cuts and easier listings during pre-Budget talks with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman.

India’s PFRDA Revises Rules for Corporate Sponsored Pension Plans

By Nithya Subramanian | 18/11/2025

The new revisions require employers and employees to agree jointly on pension fund and investment choices through a formal and mutual agreement.

Securities / Derivatives

SEBI Pushes Major Reforms to Draw in More Foreign Investors

By Nithya Subramanian | 18/11/2025

SEBI plans faster FPI registrations, easier short-selling, and liquidity reforms as it seeks to revive foreign investment after steep outflows.

Capital / Liquidity

RBI Unveils Loan Relief Scheme for Exporters Hit by Tariffs

By Nithya Subramanian | 18/11/2025

The measures include offering loan moratoriums, extended export-credit timelines and safeguards against NPA downgrades amid global disruptions.

India’s IFSCA to Modify Rules Governing Foreign Universities in GIFT City

By Nithya Subramanian | 17/11/2025

The IFSCA is updating its rules for foreign universities in GIFT City, aiming to support a growing need for high-end talent in the financial and technology sectors.