India

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.

Crypto / Digital Assets

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.

Securities / Derivatives

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.

Capital / Liquidity

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.

Capital / Liquidity

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.

Securities / Derivatives

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.

ESG / Sustainability

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.

Market Infrastructure

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.

Securities / Derivatives

Indian Authorities Launch Probe Into Prop Trading Firm

By Nithya Subramanian | 17/10/2025

Search operations were conducted against the proprietary trading firm Graviton, as part of a wider investigation into potential tax evasion and regulatory compliance in the HFT sector.