Page 2 - Latest Updates on SEBI
Sebi shifts gold, silver valuation norms for MFs to domestic spot prices
Sebi has overhauled valuation norms for mutual funds, requiring gold and silver holdings to be priced using domestic spot rates from recognised exchanges instead of LBMA-linked benchmarks
 "Sebi shifts gold, silver valuation norms for MFs to domestic spot prices")
Sebi broadens scope for equity MFs, allows gold and silver exposure
Regulator introduces life cycle funds, expands equity categories and phases out solution-oriented schemes, while permitting equity funds to hold gold and silver
 "Sebi broadens scope for equity MFs, allows gold and silver exposure")
Sebi Working Groups submit agri derivatives review reports to chairman
The expert panels were mandated to examine whether the current framework governing margins, position limits, and delivery and settlement mechanisms could be optimised
 "Sebi Working Groups submit agri derivatives review reports to chairman")
Info Edge commits Rs 250 crore to new B8 Fund I for growth-stage bets
Info Edge has committed Rs 250 crore to B8 Fund I, expanding its structured investment platform and deepening support for growth-stage ventures in India's startup ecosystem
 "Info Edge commits Rs 250 crore to new B8 Fund I for growth-stage bets")
India a well-governed destination for long-term capital: Sebi chief
Sebi chief Tuhin Kanta Pandey told investors India is shaping transparent, credible and resilient markets, aiming to attract long-term institutional capital amid global uncertainty
IPO-bound Oyo parent PRISM appoints ex-Sebi chairman Ajay Tyagi to board
PRISM has filed preliminary papers with market regulator Sebi to raise ₹6,650 crore through an Initial Public Offering (IPO) using a confidential route
 "IPO-bound Oyo parent PRISM appoints ex-Sebi chairman Ajay Tyagi to board")
Corporate bond funds: Overlook recent outflows, invest with 3-5-yr horizon
The outflows were due to liquidity tightness and consequent rise in yields, not due to a deterioration in the category's risk-return profile
 "Corporate bond funds: Overlook recent outflows, invest with 3-5-yr horizon")
Don't get hooked: The new Sebi letterhead scam targeting your savings
If a "government" letter asks for your bank details or a quick UPI transfer to "clear" your stocks, it's not a notice-it's a heist.
 "Don't get hooked: The new Sebi letterhead scam targeting your savings")
RBI not revisiting lending norms for proprietary trading: Guv Malhotra
Earlier on Monday, Sebi chairman Pandey said the stock market regulator has received a representation from the industry on the issue
 "RBI not revisiting lending norms for proprietary trading: Guv Malhotra")
Sebi suspends senior officer; chairman signals zero tolerance on misconduct
Sebi has suspended a general manager over alleged misuse of position, with Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey stressing that the regulator will act firmly against any egregious behaviour by its staff
Kalyani Steels, BF Utilities settle Sebi RPT case for ₹4.12 crore
Sebi has settled proceedings against Kalyani Steels, BF Utilities and a former compliance officer over multiple lapses in approvals and disclosures related to related-party transactions
 "Kalyani Steels, BF Utilities settle Sebi RPT case for ₹4.12 crore")
Sebi plans overhaul of PMS regulations, flags need for stronger governance
Regulator to revisit 2020 portfolio manager norms, tighten governance, curb mis-selling and explore exchange-based pre-ipo trading mechanism
IDFC First Bank flags ₹590 cr fraud in govt accounts: What we know so far
IDFC First Bank reported a suspected ₹590 crore fraud in Haryana government accounts, linked to staff at its Chandigarh branch; four employees suspended and KPMG to probe fraud
 "IDFC First Bank flags ₹590 cr fraud in govt accounts: What we know so far")
India must innovate, not copy others' tech, says Sebi ED Sunil Kadam
Kadam said India has to funnel more money into research and development so that such instances are avoided, and exuded confidence that India has the capabilities to be a leader in innovation
 "India must innovate, not copy others' tech, says Sebi ED Sunil Kadam")
Sebi clears 4 public offer proposals; Gaudium IVF IPO booked 88% on Day 1
Omnitech Engineering will open its ₹583 crore initial public offering (IPO) for subscription on February 25 and conclude on February 27
Sebi pursues fund diversion allegations against Zee Entertainment
The regulatory scrutiny was a key obstacle to Zee's merger with Sony, which was abandoned in January 2024 after two years of legal disputes
 "Sebi pursues fund diversion allegations against Zee Entertainment")
Sebi cautions against scams, mis-selling amid rising retail participation
"General awareness about securities markets is merely the first step in the knowledge ladder. There is a gap between awareness and informed participation," Pandey said
 "Sebi cautions against scams, mis-selling amid rising retail participation")
SBI in talks with Japanese lenders for acquisition financing: C S Setty
It has nearly ₹1 trn capacity to lend towards this segment; bank to file prospectus with Sebi by March for SBI MF IPO
 "SBI in talks with Japanese lenders for acquisition financing: C S Setty")
Public purpose and for-profit entities: The next challenge in regulation
NSE IPO rekindles debate over exchange ownership, profit motive and Sebi's deep regulatory control
 "Public purpose and for-profit entities: The next challenge in regulation")
Sebi fines Orient Trimex, eight others ₹1.35 crore for falsifying accounts
Sebi has penalised Orient Trimex and eight others ₹1.35 crore for booking fictitious sales and purchases through untraceable entities and publishing misleading financial results