Gift City

Ifsca eyes independent arbitration centre to boost GIFT City's appeal

The proposed centre aims to strengthen dispute resolution, enhance investor confidence and help position GIFT City as a leading international financial services hub

IFSCA proposes framework for unclaimed deposits in GIFT IFSC banking units

Draft scheme proposes a dedicated fund to manage unclaimed deposits, settle depositor claims and strengthen depositor education as banking activity expands in GIFT IFSC

IFSCA plans wider distribution of funds, to expand eligible jurisdictions

IFSCA proposes widening eligible jurisdictions for fund distribution in GIFT IFSC, allowing retail investors access to a broader range of global investment products

Street signs: WTM slot opens, street hopeful of SMC & fund manager effect

DEA begins the search for IFSCA's first whole-time member as markets await the Securities Markets Code Bill and track fresh bets by marquee fund managers

HCLTech launches Global Technology Center in GIFT City for AI-led solutions

The new facility in Gujarat's GIFT City will deliver AI-led solutions for financial services while supporting technology innovation and industry-academia collaboration

Over 100 multinationals eyeing treasury operations in GIFT City: JPMorgan

More than 100 companies have approached JPMorgan to explore banking and payment solutions for treasury operations in GIFT City, reflecting rising multinational interest in India's financial hub

IFSCA proposes direct listing at Gift City without a public offer

Criteria include eligibility thresholds, disclosure requirements, price discovery mechanisms

Govt exempts IFSC GIFT City units from Coastal Shipping Act licensing norms

The exemption allows eligible IFSC GIFT City units to charter foreign vessels for EXIM and international trade without obtaining a licence under the Coastal Shipping Act

Artha Bharat Investment launches GIFT City's first physical gold fund

Artha Bharat launches GIFT City's first physical gold fund, while Kusumgar prices its IPO and benchmark indices extend gains for a third straight session

Artha Bharat unveils GIFT City's first physical gold investment fund

Artha Bharat Investment Managers IFSC has launched GIFT City's first physical gold fund, with the scheme tracking international spot gold prices through LBMA-standard bullion

Rating upgrade to A will put GIC Re in a more stable position: GIC Re CMD

GIC Re chief Hitesh Joshi outlines plans to strengthen underwriting, diversify globally, expand specialty reinsurance and capitalise on emerging risk opportunities

M&A funding norms to intensify competition for private credit: Moody's

Moody's says RBI's acquisition financing norms could intensify competition from banks, putting pressure on private credit deal volumes and yields

IFSCA proposes unique KYC ID for seamless use of GIFT City entities

Draft framework aims to eliminate repetitive KYC by introducing a unique client ID and mandatory KRA integration for regulated entities in GIFT City

GIFT City to offer fintechs runway that home turf doesn't to drive growth

Indian fintech firms are expanding into cross-border payments via GIFT City, leveraging IFSCA's PSP licence to tap trade finance, treasury and capital market opportunities

HDFC Bank raises $750 mn via 5-year bond issue from GIFT City unit

India's largest private-sector lender tapped offshore markets through its GIFT City IFSC unit, issuing senior unsecured bonds carrying a 5.067 per cent coupon

We expect solid growth once global tumult settles, says IFSCA chief

K Rajaraman says GIFT IFSC is poised for its next growth phase as global volatility eases, with plans to deepen bond markets and expand leasing

GIFT City opens int'l investing route for Zerodha, Angel One, Upstox

The international investing services are likely to launch in the next two to three months after brokers complete technology integration, testing and regulatory approvals

Dhan launches US stocks, ETFs investing for Indians via GIFT City route

Trading and investing platform Dhan on Friday launched investment access to US-listed stocks and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) for Indian investors through the GIFT City framework. The offering is being provided through Raise IFSC Private Limited, Dhan's wholly-owned subsidiary and a member of India INX operating under the regulatory framework of the International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA). In a statement, the company said Indian investors can now invest in stocks listed on the Nasdaq and NYSE through the Dhan app under a structure aligned with RBI and FEMA requirements. Dhan has partnered with ViewTrade for brokerage services and GlomoPay for payment technology services to facilitate investments in US securities. The platform will not charge account maintenance or custody fees, while brokerage has been fixed at 0.25 per cent of the transaction value. Investors will also have access to features, such as systematic investment plans (SIPs) in US stocks and ETFs, su

Samco launches global investing; Prime Litmus fund, ADIA stake sale

Samco Securities enters global investing with a GIFT City licence, offering Indian investors access to US stocks and ETFs through its trading platform

GIFT City's insurance premiums quadruple to $648.7 million in FY26

Gross premiums underwritten by IFSC Insurance Offices in GIFT City rose fourfold in FY26, driven by rapid expansion in reinsurance business and a doubling of insurance entities