Corporate Law : Learn how GIFT City IFSC operates, the approval process, tax benefits, compliance obligations, and why only approved SEZ units rec...
Finance : Regulated entities in GIFT City must submit their annual cyber security audit reports by 29 June 2026. The framework requires both...
Finance : The draft IFSCA Amendment Bill, 2026 introduces Variable Capital Companies (VCCs), creating a modern fund structure with segregate...
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...
Finance : IFSCA proposes a regulatory framework for direct listing without public offer in IFSCs and invites public comments by August 3, 20...
Finance : IFSCAs updated Registration of Insurance Business Regulations prescribe registration, operations, governance and compliance requir...
Finance : IFSCA invites comments on a draft FCSS circular requiring IBUs to use FCSS, promote real-time USD settlements, and meet customer c...
Finance : IFSCA has proposed a draft circular requiring member IBUs in GIFT IFSC to route inter-bank transactions through FCSS. The proposal...
Finance : IFSCA has released draft regulations for International Branch Campuses and invited public comments until 10 July 2026. The proposa...
Finance : IFSCA has revised its internet banking framework, giving existing IBUs until 31 July 2026 to comply, failing which they cannot onb...
Finance : IFSCA has amended its circular to require financial institutions to remit eligible funds received in SNRR accounts to their IBU ac...
Finance : IFSCA has amended its AML exemption circular to require all financial institutions, including exempt entities, to route business-r...
Finance : IFSCA removed the minimum net worth requirement for eligible SEZ units and expanded access to Qualified Jeweller status. The amend...
Finance : IFSCA clarified that a common brand name by itself is sufficient to establish a Group Entity relationship under the ship leasing f...
IFSCA outlines transition process for entities under new TechFin and Ancillary Services (TAS) Regulations, 2025. Application and fee norms detailed.
IFSCA introduces rules for Transition Bonds in IFSCs to aid hard-to-abate sectors with ESG-aligned finance and detailed climate transition planning.
Budget 2025 extends tax exemptions for IFSC units till 2030, eases norms for fund managers, and offers new reliefs for insurance, ship leasing, and fund relocation.
The IFSCA has amended its Fund Management Regulations, introducing provisions for third-party fund management services within International Financial Services Centres (IFSCs).
IFSCA’s 2025 regulations outline procedures for making and reviewing regulations and subsidiary instructions, emphasizing public consultation, transparency, and regular review for financial services market.
IFSCA takes regulatory action against 9 Fund Management Entities in GIFT IFSC for consistent non-compliance with office and KMP presence regulations.
IFSCA’s consultation paper outlines a framework for reporting and mandatory clearing of OTC derivatives in IFSC, with a focus on equity and bond-linked contracts.
IFSCA invites comments on draft master circulars for capital market intermediaries in IFSC, streamlining regulations for registration, operations, and compliance.
IFSCA seeks public comment on new rules for Public Interest Directors on IFSC Market Infrastructure Institution boards, proposing stricter skill-sets, evaluation, and appointment processes for enhanced governance.
IFSCA seeks public comments on proposed changes to allow Video-based Customer Identification Process (V-CIP) for Non-Resident Indians in select jurisdictions.
