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...
The regulator sought to create a holistic supervisory framework. It directed exclusive use of IFSC-recognised depositories for ISINs while allowing continued use of international CSDs where permitted.
The regulator has required IFSC finance companies serving external clients to maintain a website. The move aims to enhance transparency and consumer awareness.
The proposed amendment doubles the deduction period for IFSC units. It offers long-term tax certainty to boost global competitiveness.
Advances between group entities will qualify for dividend exclusion only if both entities are located outside India. The amendment reduces ambiguity and aligns with global treasury operations.
A consultation proposes mapping legacy authorized services to GST SAC codes to fix invoice mismatches and ambiguity. The key takeaway is clearer eligibility for IGST exemption and smoother compliance for SEZ and IFSC units.
The amendment revises eligibility and experience criteria for key personnel in fund management entities, allowing greater flexibility for professionally qualified candidates. The key takeaway is wider access to talent without diluting regulatory oversight.
The regulator has opened a three-month window allowing funds to extend expired or expiring PPMs. Eligible schemes can secure a six-month extension by meeting conditions and paying 50% of the filing fee.
This explains how the Non-Retail FME framework in GIFT City allows fund managers to access global capital with tax efficiency. The key takeaway is that IFSC provides a regulated, investor-friendly hub for institutional fund management.
The regulator has proposed a structured framework for how IFSC Banking Units may participate in remote booking arrangements. The key takeaway is tighter governance, transparency, and limits on retail and corporate loan bookings.
A consultation paper proposes expanding sustainable finance rules in GIFT IFSC. It introduces sustainable deposits and stronger governance for green lending and investments.
