Finance : The article explains the educational qualifications, experience requirements, and certifications mandated for Principal Officers o...
Income Tax : Form 148 introduces a compulsory quarterly filing requirement for IFSC units reporting all remittances to non-residents. The key t...
Corporate Law : The bill proposes extensive amendments across corporate laws, including LLPs, audits, and director regulations. It aims to improve...
Finance : The Union Budget 2026 extends tax deductions for IFSC units to 20 years and provides a concessional 15% tax rate post-holiday, str...
Income Tax : The proposed amendment doubles the deduction period for IFSC units. It offers long-term tax certainty to boost global competitiven...
Finance : The IFSCA clarified that retrocession and retention requirements apply to the entire gross reinsurance premium of IFSC Insurance O...
Finance : The authority observed that except life insurance, other insurance segments under IFSCA regulations align with the statutory defin...
Finance : IFSCA released a consultation paper proposing changes to premium-related regulations after the Insurance Act, 1938 was amended thr...
Finance : IFSCA approved draft Managing General Agents Regulations, 2026 to regulate registration and operations of MGAs in IFSCs. The frame...
Finance : The conference examined how regulatory flexibility and tax incentives are transforming GIFT-IFSC into a global treasury hub. It hi...
Finance : IFSCA clarified that IFSC Banking Units can avail voice broking services from registered TechFin and Ancillary Service Providers. ...
Finance : The International Financial Services Centres Authority clarified that existing ASPs and TechFin entities continuing operations und...
Finance : The updated IFSCA framework creates a detailed regulatory structure for ship leasing activities in IFSCs, including operating and ...
Finance : IFSCA consolidated the regulatory framework for Broker Dealers and Clearing Members in GIFT IFSC into a single Master Circular. Th...
Finance : IFSCA issued a circular explaining how Investment Advisers in the IFSC can provide implementation services for various financial p...
IFSCA issued a consultation paper on permitting differential distribution in IFSC Restricted and Venture Capital Schemes to facilitate blended finance for sustainable development goals.
IFSCA consultation proposes differential distribution in IFSC Venture Capital and Restricted Schemes, facilitating blended finance and multiple unit classes with safeguards like high minimum investment.
IFSCA implemented a Stewardship Code framework for all IFSC Fund Management Entities to enhance corporate governance, mandate active monitoring, and promote investor protection.
IFSCA seeks public comments on proposed amendments to the Fund Management Regulations, 2025, focusing on enhancing ease of doing business, introducing safeguards, and clarifying regulatory provisions for the GIFT-IFSC fund industry.
IFSCA invites comments on proposed changes to credit restrictions for advances to directors and company buy-backs under the Banking Handbook.
IFSCA consultation proposes immediate amendments to banking credit restrictions for IFSC units. Changes include stricter Basel-aligned rules for director advances and allowing loans for security buy-backs.
RBI amended FEMA regulations to permit Indian exporters to hold Foreign Currency Accounts in IFSC banks (like GIFT City). This move facilitates trade, reduces transaction costs, and manages exchange rate risk.
IFSCA has issued detailed norms on composition of MII boards, mandating diverse expertise and a transparent process for appointing and reviewing Public Interest Directors (PIDs).
The IFSCA has notified amendments to the 2024 Listing Regulations, revising maximum penalties for non-compliance and setting a 45-day deadline for half-yearly financial statement disclosure.
IFSCA consolidated circular revises eligibility for Qualified Jewellers (minimum Rs.15 Cr net worth) importing gold/silver via IIBX. Details TRQ imports, remittance, and AML