 "Khushboo Tiwari")
Khushboo Tiwari
Khushboo Tiwari
Khushboo Tiwari is a special correspondent with Business Standard. She reports on the capital markets, regulatory developments at Sebi and IFSCA, market intermediaries, and legal matters involving corporate houses. Earlier, she worked in broadcast news for over five years. In her free time, she prefers to paint, sketch, trek, and catch up on on her reading and writing. Tiwari likes to explore off-beat places and learn new languages. She is a post-graduate from the Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC).
Khushboo Tiwari is a special correspondent with Business Standard. She reports on the capital markets, regulatory developments at Sebi and IFSCA, market intermediaries, and legal matters involving corporate houses. Earlier, she worked in broadcast news for over five years. In her free time, she prefers to paint, sketch, trek, and catch up on on her reading and writing. Tiwari likes to explore off-beat places and learn new languages. She is a post-graduate from the Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC).
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NSE valuation nears ₹6 trillion in unlisted market on IPO speculation
Sebi's circular issued on Monday has asked exchanges to submit their proposals before June 15
 "NSE valuation nears ₹6 trillion in unlisted market on IPO speculation")
Sebi imposes ₹25 lakh penalty on MCX for disclosure lapses on payments
Sebi fines MCX ₹25 lakh for not disclosing ₹222 crore in payments to 63 Moons during delays in shifting to its new trading platform developed by TCS
 "Sebi imposes ₹25 lakh penalty on MCX for disclosure lapses on payments")
Derivatives contracts expiry days now limited to Tuesdays or Thursdays
The move aims to reduce market volatility and concentration risk on expiry days by allowing exchanges to offer index derivatives only on Tuesdays or Thursdays
 "Derivatives contracts expiry days now limited to Tuesdays or Thursdays")
Groww parent Billionbrains files confidential IPO papers with Sebi
The IPO size is estimated at ₹8,000 crore and will include both primary and secondary shares
 "Groww parent Billionbrains files confidential IPO papers with Sebi")
Delayed disclosures of accounting lapses by IndusInd Bank catch Sebi eye
The regulator is looking into possible violations of listing obligation and disclosure requirements regulations
 "Delayed disclosures of accounting lapses by IndusInd Bank catch Sebi eye")
Street Signs: Global cues to guide markets, Sebi's NSEL broker scheme
Despite volatility in secondary markets, investors embraced two recent initial public offerings (IPOs).
 "Street Signs: Global cues to guide markets, Sebi's NSEL broker scheme")
Sebi eases norms for Category II AIFs on debt securities investments
Category II AIFs can now invest in listed debt securities rated 'A' or below, offering more flexibility and investment opportunities
 "Sebi eases norms for Category II AIFs on debt securities investments")
Small investors in derivatives segment declined 49% after Sebi curbs: Icra
ICRA report shows Sebi's F&O regulations have led to a sharp decline in smaller investor participation, with premium turnover under ₹10,000 falling 49 per cent
 "Small investors in derivatives segment declined 49% after Sebi curbs: Icra")
Looking into possible 'egregious violation' at IndusInd Bank: Sebi chief
"If there are any egregious violations by anyone, Sebi is looking into that," the Sebi chief said
 "Looking into possible 'egregious violation' at IndusInd Bank: Sebi chief")
A third of GenZ investing in securities mkt: Sebi chief Tuhin Kanta Pandey
Sebi chief Tuhin Kanta Pandey says GenZ's growing market participation signals rising trust in financial systems and an opportunity for inclusive capital formation
 "A third of GenZ investing in securities mkt: Sebi chief Tuhin Kanta Pandey")
NSE seeks Sebi nod to move weekly index expiry from Thursday to Tuesday
NSE proposes shifting weekly index derivative expiry to Tuesday from Thursday as Sebi moves to standardise expiries and curb volatility
 "NSE seeks Sebi nod to move weekly index expiry from Thursday to Tuesday")
Rising stock market frauds puts Sebi on high alert; calls for swift action
Broker lookalikes and scam apps draw regulator's second caution notice
 "Rising stock market frauds puts Sebi on high alert; calls for swift action")
RBI proposes relaxation in norms for investment in AIFs by banks, NBFCs
The RBI has proposed capping investment by regulated entities in AIF schemes at 15%, with a 10% ceiling per entity, while also allowing exemptions for strategic funds
 "RBI proposes relaxation in norms for investment in AIFs by banks, NBFCs")
Govt gives stockbrokers flexibility in group companies' investments
The DEA has amended Rule 8 of SCRR to clarify that brokers can invest in group companies using own or borrowed funds without breaching rules if liabilities are limited
 "Govt gives stockbrokers flexibility in group companies' investments")
Sebi revises norms, bars managing directors from MIIs' audit committees
Sebi excludes Executive Directors including MDs from audit committees of MIIs and mandates stricter internal audit norms based on industry feedback and SMAC inputs
AIFs push to flip the switch on regulatory static to ease fund flows
Operational noise disrupts capital flow; industry demands an inter-regulatory bridge
 "AIFs push to flip the switch on regulatory static to ease fund flows")
AIFs seek Sebi help to address inter-regulatory issues and ease norms
AIF industry officials believe that such a platform could help address operational hurdles in domestic capital formation
Sebi bars Varyaa Creations, freezes promoters' shares over IPO misuse
Sebi has debarred Varyaa Creations from markets, citing diversion of 71% of IPO funds; lead manager also barred, promoter group shares frozen pending investigation
Sebi warns investors as Strata exits SM REIT framework post legal row
Strata, with Rs 2,000 crore AUM, had not launched SM REIT schemes before surrendering its registration following Sebi discussions and legal proceedings
HDB Financial Services may seek RBI extension on listing deadline
HDFC Bank's NBFC arm may ask the RBI for more time to meet its September 2025 listing deadline as IPO approval faces delays over compliance issues and regulatory hurdles
 "HDB Financial Services may seek RBI extension on listing deadline")