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What is SEBI?
Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi)
SEBI is a statutory body and a market regulator, which controls the securities market in India. The basic functions of Sebi is to protect the interests of investors in securities and to promote and regulate the securities market. Sebi is run by its board of members. The board consists of a Chairman and several other whole time and part time members. The chairman is nominated by the union government. The others include two members from the finance ministry, one member from Reserve Bank of India and five other members are also nominated by the...Read More
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Mutual funds turned cautious in April despite strong investor inflows
Mutual funds sharply reduce equity purchases in April despite steady inflows, as fund managers adopt a cautious approach amid market rebound and geopolitical uncertainties
 "Mutual funds turned cautious in April despite strong investor inflows")
Sebi clears IPOs of Hindustan Labs, RK Steel Manufacturing Co Ltd
The two companies, which filed their preliminary IPO papers in January 3, 2026, obtained Sebi's observations on April 27, 2026.
 "Sebi clears IPOs of Hindustan Labs, RK Steel Manufacturing Co Ltd")
Class action suit against Jindal Poly Films to be heard by Principal Bench
NCLT Special Bench adjourns hearing, citing jurisdiction; Sebi seeks time for rejoinder as minority shareholders move intervention applications
 "Class action suit against Jindal Poly Films to be heard by Principal Bench")
Sebi rolls out fast-track route for AIF scheme launches, eases timelines
Regulator allows AIFs to launch schemes after 30 days of filing, aiming to cut delays, ease capital deployment, and rely more on due diligence by intermediaries
 "Sebi rolls out fast-track route for AIF scheme launches, eases timelines")
Sebi approves change of control at RBL Bank in Emirates NBD stake deal
Emirates NBD's proposal to buy a 60 per cent stake in RBL for $3 billion was announced in October 2025
 "Sebi approves change of control at RBL Bank in Emirates NBD stake deal")
Sebi sets deadlines for advisers to verify past performance data
Sebi has operationalised the PaRRVA framework, mandating advisers and analysts to verify past performance and standardise how risk and return metrics are shared with clients
 "Sebi sets deadlines for advisers to verify past performance data")
Sebi extends ring-fencing deadline for DTs; Peak XV exits MobiKwik
The transaction marks the firm's complete exit from the Gurugram-based fintech, where it was an early institutional investor
 "Sebi extends ring-fencing deadline for DTs; Peak XV exits MobiKwik")
Yield products thrive amid IPO drought, draw strong investor interest
Investors turn to REITs, InvITs and NCDs for stable returns as IPO activity slows, amid macro uncertainty and a shift towards predictable cash flows
 "Yield products thrive amid IPO drought, draw strong investor interest")
Second wave of specialised investment fund entrants set to hit market
Over a dozen MFs eyeing entry into the ₹10,000 cr fund segment
 "Second wave of specialised investment fund entrants set to hit market")
Is MakeMyTrip weighing IDR route for India listing? Here's what it means
MakeMyTrip is reportedly evaluating IDR route over a traditional IPO as it looks to access Indian investors while managing tax exposure, regulatory complexity in its offshore structure
 "Is MakeMyTrip weighing IDR route for India listing? Here's what it means")
CCIL revamps trade reporting system to boost offshore rupee transparency
The overhaul started earlier this year and comes as regulators have stepped up monitoring of the currency and asked lenders to report their offshore rupee transactions
 "CCIL revamps trade reporting system to boost offshore rupee transparency")
Why India still lacks big audit firms despite rapid economic growth
Low audit fees, firm bias, technology gaps and regulatory hurdles continue to limit the scale and competitiveness of India's domestic audit firms
 "Why India still lacks big audit firms despite rapid economic growth")
Govt issues norms for ₹10,000 crore startup fund's second tranche
The scheme will be implemented through commitments to Sebi-registered Category I and II Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs), which will invest in DPIIT-recognised startups
 "Govt issues norms for ₹10,000 crore startup fund's second tranche")
Sebi must lead KYC simplification across system: Finance Min Sitharaman
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman urges Sebi to simplify KYC, adopt anticipatory regulation, strengthen cybersecurity safeguards, and deepen bond markets to support long-term growth
 "Sebi must lead KYC simplification across system: Finance Min Sitharaman")
Sebi proposes framework for calculating networth requirements for brokers
Sebi proposes a new framework for broker net worth, linking requirements to client funds handled and active client base to strengthen risk buffers
Sebi sets December 2026 deadline for net settlement of FPI trades
In the circular, Sebi has illustrated that the pay-in obligation can fall by half compared to the current gross settlement mechanism
 "Sebi sets December 2026 deadline for net settlement of FPI trades")
PropShare Celestia SM Reit slips; PlaySimple files draft papers for IPO
PropShare Celestia lists below issue price, PlaySimple files ₹3,150 crore IPO papers, and SEBI clears four companies for upcoming public issues
 "PropShare Celestia SM Reit slips; PlaySimple files draft papers for IPO")
Sebi proposes easing rules on handling unpaid client securities framework
Sebi proposes changes to simplify rules on handling unpaid client securities, aiming to reduce operational complexity while maintaining safeguards for investors
Sebi proposes to tighten variable net worth regulations for brokers
Variable net worth to include 10% of the average credit balance of clients over the previous six months
Sebi panel recommends NSE pay $193 million to settle pending cases
The recommendation brings the world's largest derivatives exchange closer to resolving its long-running dispute with the Securities and Exchange Board of India