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Sebi looks to further ease market regulations for foreign investors
Currently, SIFs allow asset management companies to offer a limited set of strategies across equity, debt, and hybrid categories
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There's ample room for new entrants in equity exchange: NCDEX MD & CEO
With a strong rural connect, cutting-edge risk management systems, and a clear growth vision, the exchange sees vast untapped potential beyond India's metros, says Arun Raste
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Sebi proposes single window gateway for low risk foreign investors
The new framework -- Single Window Automatic & Generalised Access for Trusted Foreign Investors (SWAGAT-FI), if implemented, would provide easier investment access to low risk foreign investors
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Building bridges anew: RBI, banks must fine-tune board roles in governance
The developments at IndusInd Bank have led RBI's senior supervisory managers (SSMs) to take a closer look at bank boards, including the agenda presented, the time spent discussing specific items
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Sebi moots lighter regulatory framework for AIFs with accredited investors
In a consultation paper issued on Friday, Sebi suggested that such accredited investors (AI-only schemes) could be allowed certain flexibilities
Sebi streamlines norms for converting private InvITs to public ones
Under the revised framework, sponsors and their groups must comply with the minimum unitholding requirements specified in the InvIT regulations at all times
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Sebi scraps transaction charges for MF distributors, effective immediately
The regulator said the decision came after a public consultation was carried out in May 2023 and an industry consultation in June this year
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Sebi proposes single-window gateway for trusted foreign investors
SWAGAT-FI is designed to make India's capital markets more accessible to a select group of foreign investors objectively verified as low-risk
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Sebi proposes lowering investment limit for LVFs under AIF framework
The current minimum threshold for LVF AIFs is Rs 70 crore, which could be brought down to Rs 25 crore after the public consultation process is over
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Sebi proposes new lighter-touch approach for accredited investors for AIFs
Sebi's latest consultation paper has proposed gradual transition from the traditional minimum commitment threshold to using only accreditation status as the metric for investor sophistication in AIFs
JSW Cement public offer booked 56%; Varmora Granito files DRHP with Sebi
Tiles and bathware maker Varmora Granito Ltd has filed draft papers with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi)
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Dissent, don't be honorary appointees: Sebi chief to independent directors
Sebi Chairman urges independent directors to evolve from passive critics to active stewards, highlighting AI, ESG, and whistle-blower oversight as urgent board priorities
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Related-party transactions below pre-pandemic levels, shows data
An RPT is a deal between connected entities. This can involve buying or selling of goods or raw materials among group companies
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Independent directors must be stewards of accountability: Sebi chief
Sebi chief Tuhin Kanta Pandey underlined the need for broader diversity in board composition, drawing talent from varied sectors, younger professionals, and individuals outside familiar networks
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Upcoming IPO! Transline Technologies files draft papers with Sebi; details
The equity shares, as proposed in the DRHP, are to be listed on the National Stock Exchange of India (NSE) and the BSE.
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Silver Consumer Electricals files DRHP for ₹1,400-cr IPO; check key details
Silver Consumer Electricals plans to raise ₹1,400 crore through a combination of fresh issue aggregating up to ₹1,000 crore and an offer for sale (OFS) aggregating up to ₹400 crore
 "Silver Consumer Electricals files DRHP for ₹1,400-cr IPO; check key details")
Sebi chief urges redefining independent directors' role for accountability
Pandey stressed the need for broader diversity in board composition, drawing talent from varied sectors, younger professionals, regional voices, and individuals outside familiar networks
Sebi proposes relaxing educational qualification criteria for IAs, RAs
Market regulator proposes to ease IA, RA registration and fee rules, broaden eligibility to all graduates, and allow past data sharing with client consent
Sebi proposes activity-based rules, single category for RTAs
The regulator has also proposed to include securities premium in the net worth calculation for RTAs, aligning with net worth definitions in the Companies Act, 2013
Capitalmind gets Zerodha's Rainmatter backing after MF debut success
Capitalmind secures Series-A funding from Zerodha's Rainmatter after raising ₹45 crore in its mutual fund NFO. The Flexi Cap Fund reopens as Capitalmind targets retail and HNI investor segments
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