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 has warned regulated entities that advanced AI models can accelerate cyberattacks by rapidly identifying and exploiting vulnerabilities. The advisory urges stronger cyber resilience measures and risk reassessments.
The International Financial Services Centres Authority clarified that existing ASPs and TechFin entities continuing operations under transitional provisions must comply with the fee structure prescribed under the TAS Regulations framework. A one-time extension for fee remittance until May 31, 2026, was also provided.
The IFSCA clarified that retrocession and retention requirements apply to the entire gross reinsurance premium of IFSC Insurance Offices, including international business generated outside India. The guidance also explains compliance responsibilities of MGAs and foreign reinsurers.
The authority observed that except life insurance, other insurance segments under IFSCA regulations align with the statutory definition of general insurance business. The decision clarifies the legal position for re-insurance entities operating in IFSC jurisdictions.
The updated IFSCA framework creates a detailed regulatory structure for ship leasing activities in IFSCs, including operating and financial leases. The circular aims to strengthen India’s maritime finance ecosystem through GIFT City and other IFSCs.
IFSCA clarified that IFSC Banking Units can avail voice broking services from registered TechFin and Ancillary Service Providers. The guidance aligns voice broking permissions with the IFSCA Banking Handbook and 2025 regulations.
The article explains the educational qualifications, experience requirements, and certifications mandated for Principal Officers of Fund Management Entities in IFSC-GIFT City. It highlights the regulatory emphasis on governance, investor protection, and operational oversight under the IFSCA framework.
IFSCA released a consultation paper proposing changes to premium-related regulations after the Insurance Act, 1938 was amended through the SBSR Act, 2025. The draft seeks to align IFSC regulations with the revised statutory definition of “premium.”
IFSCA consolidated the regulatory framework for Broker Dealers and Clearing Members in GIFT IFSC into a single Master Circular. The framework covers registration, supervision, governance, cyber security, client protection and technology compliance.
IFSCA issued a circular explaining how Investment Advisers in the IFSC can provide implementation services for various financial products. The circular prescribes different regulated channels for listed and unlisted products.
