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India’s Offshore Gateway: GIFT City’s Financial Architecture

Corporate Law : Learn how GIFT City IFSC operates, the approval process, tax benefits, compliance obligations, and why only approved SEZ units rec...

July 5, 2026 483 Views 0 comment Print

GIFT City’s First Cyber Deadline Arrives soon. Is the Regulated Community Ready?

Finance : Regulated entities in GIFT City must submit their annual cyber security audit reports by 29 June 2026. The framework requires both...

June 27, 2026 213 Views 0 comment Print

A New Playbook for IFSC Fund Structures: Variable Capital Company Bill, 2026

Finance : The draft IFSCA Amendment Bill, 2026 introduces Variable Capital Companies (VCCs), creating a modern fund structure with segregate...

June 16, 2026 411 Views 0 comment Print

IFSCA Prescribes Qualification, Experience & Mandatory Certifications for Principal & Compliance Officers of FMEs

Finance : The article explains the educational qualifications, experience requirements, and certifications mandated for Principal Officers o...

May 13, 2026 792 Views 0 comment Print

Income Tax Form 148 (Earlier Form 15CD): IFSC Unit Quarterly Remittance Statement

Income Tax : Form 148 introduces a compulsory quarterly filing requirement for IFSC units reporting all remittances to non-residents. The key t...

March 27, 2026 822 Views 0 comment Print


Latest News


IFSCA Proposes Framework for Direct Listing Without Public Offer in IFSCs

Finance : IFSCA proposes a regulatory framework for direct listing without public offer in IFSCs and invites public comments by August 3, 20...

July 14, 2026 87 Views 0 comment Print

IFSCA Updates Registration of Insurance Business Regulations, 2021

Finance : IFSCAs updated Registration of Insurance Business Regulations prescribe registration, operations, governance and compliance requir...

July 11, 2026 282 Views 0 comment Print

IFSCA Proposes FCSS Compliance Framework for IBUs in GIFT IFSC

Finance : IFSCA invites comments on a draft FCSS circular requiring IBUs to use FCSS, promote real-time USD settlements, and meet customer c...

July 8, 2026 168 Views 0 comment Print

IFSCA Proposes Mandatory FCSS Usage for IBUs to Enable Faster USD Settlements

Finance : IFSCA has proposed a draft circular requiring member IBUs in GIFT IFSC to route inter-bank transactions through FCSS. The proposal...

July 8, 2026 168 Views 0 comment Print

IFSCA Issues Consultation Paper on Revised International Branch Campuses Regulations, 2026

Finance : IFSCA has released draft regulations for International Branch Campuses and invited public comments until 10 July 2026. The proposa...

July 1, 2026 240 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Notifications


IBUs Cannot Onboard New Customers as IFSCA Sets Compliance Deadline

Finance : IFSCA has revised its internet banking framework, giving existing IBUs until 31 July 2026 to comply, failing which they cannot onb...

June 30, 2026 198 Views 0 comment Print

IFSCA Amends SNRR Account Rules to Prescribe 30-Working-Day Remittance Requirement

Finance : IFSCA has amended its circular to require financial institutions to remit eligible funds received in SNRR accounts to their IBU ac...

June 19, 2026 321 Views 0 comment Print

IFSCA Mandates IFSC Banking Unit or SNRR Accounts for All Payments

Finance : IFSCA has amended its AML exemption circular to require all financial institutions, including exempt entities, to route business-r...

June 19, 2026 204 Views 0 comment Print

IFSCA Relaxes Qualified Jeweller Norms to Boost Jewellery Exports

Finance : IFSCA removed the minimum net worth requirement for eligible SEZ units and expanded access to Qualified Jeweller status. The amend...

June 15, 2026 258 Views 0 comment Print

Common Brand Name Alone Creates Group Entity Status Under IFSCA Ship Leasing Framework

Finance : IFSCA clarified that a common brand name by itself is sufficient to establish a Group Entity relationship under the ship leasing f...

June 8, 2026 213 Views 0 comment Print


Decoding Regulatory Shift: IFSCA (Capital Market Intermediaries) Regulations, 2021-2025

May 19, 2025 2481 Views 0 comment Print

IFSCA’s new 2025 regulations for Capital Market Intermediaries in GIFT IFSC, detailing changes in categories, officer requirements, net worth, and compliance audits.

IFSCA Proposes New TechFin Ancillary Regulations

May 9, 2025 1569 Views 0 comment Print

IFSCA seeks feedback on draft regulations for TechFins and Ancillary Services in IFSCs, aiming to unify frameworks and enhance compliance.

Draft Revamped Regulatory Framework for Global Access in IFSC

May 8, 2025 627 Views 0 comment Print

IFSCA proposes new framework for global market access by IFSC broker dealers. Consultation open for feedback on regulations by May 19, 2025.

IFSCA Issues Warning to Asset Management Firm Over Personnel Presence

May 2, 2025 1452 Views 0 comment Print

IFSCA issues warning to Neo Asset Management IFSC branch for failing to maintain physical presence of key personnel after multiple non-compliance findings.

GIFT IFSC Bullion Trading Hours Extended

April 30, 2025 624 Views 0 comment Print

GIFT IFSC extends bullion trading hours and removes net worth requirements to enhance market activity and participation on the IIBX.

FSCA Updates Bullion Exchange Rules: Net Worth Relaxed for ‘Customers’

April 29, 2025 888 Views 0 comment Print

IFSCA amends bullion market guidelines in IFSC, removing net-worth requirement for all ‘Customers’ to boost participation on IIBX. Effective immediately.

IFSCA Updates Fee Structure for IFSC Regulated Entities

April 23, 2025 1875 Views 0 comment Print

IFSCA clarifies and amends fee rules for IFSC entities, including FMEs, PSPs, PSOs, and Finance Companies. Details on application, recurring, and late fees.

IFSCA Clarifies CDD and Supply Chain Integrity for Vault Managers

April 22, 2025 681 Views 0 comment Print

IFSCA clarifies customer due diligence for vault managers in IFSC and outlines requirements for maintaining bullion supply chain integrity.

IFSCA Expands Scope of Trusteeship Services

April 17, 2025 828 Views 0 comment Print

IFSCA updates Ancillary Services Framework to broaden trusteeship services, including for FMEs and retail schemes, effective immediately.

IFSCA (Capital Market Intermediaries) Regulations, 2025

April 11, 2025 5106 Views 0 comment Print

IFSCA notifies the Capital Market Intermediaries Regulations 2025 for entities operating in IFSCs, covering registration, obligations, and conduct.

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