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 advises regulated entities to consider FATF's updated high-risk and increased monitoring lists in their AML/CFT/CPF risk-bas...
Finance : IFSCA seeks comments on expanding permitted jurisdictions for IFSC distributors by proposing UAE, Singapore, Australia and the EU ...
Finance : IFSCA released the Expert Committee report proposing product, regulatory, inter-regulatory and tax measures for developing REITs a...
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 amends the Master Circular for Credit Rating Agencies, revising rating, recordkeeping, disclosure and issuer consultation re...
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...
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.
IFSCA approved draft Managing General Agents Regulations, 2026 to regulate registration and operations of MGAs in IFSCs. The framework introduces eligibility norms, capital requirements, audit obligations, and safeguards for policyholders.
IFSCA has advised regulated entities in the IFSC dealing with retail consumers to publish Consumer Charters on their websites. The move aims to strengthen transparency, accountability, and consumer protection in financial services.
The IFSCA amended the Finance Company Regulations, 2021 to permit Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs) to undertake leasing and financing activities. The amendment also prescribes minimum fund requirements and grants exemptions from certain regulations.
IFSCA amended its TechFin and Ancillary Services Regulations to create a separate regulatory framework for Trust and Company Services Providers in IFSCs. The amendment introduces registration, governance, compliance, and reporting requirements for TCSP entities.
The conference examined how regulatory flexibility and tax incentives are transforming GIFT-IFSC into a global treasury hub. It highlights IFSCA’s framework enabling efficient cross-border financial operations.
The circular addresses uncertainty in FLA reporting FAQs under FEMA. It directs institutions to pause action until regulatory clarity is achieved, ensuring compliance consistency.
