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 has formally recognized operating and hybrid leases of oilfield equipment as financial products. This brings such leasing activities under the IFSC regulatory framework from the date of notification.
The issue was restricted access to bullion imports through IFSC. The circular widens eligibility and clarifies compliance, easing imports while retaining regulatory safeguards.
The regulator expanded the IIBX framework to permit eligible SEZ jewellery exporters and Advance Authorisation holders to import gold and silver. The move lowers entry barriers while maintaining defined compliance safeguards.
The regulator introduced wide-ranging amendments to AML and KYC norms, covering customer risk confidentiality, STR handling, and onboarding safeguards. The key takeaway is tighter compliance standards combined with clearer exemptions and operational clarity for IFSC entities.
The regulator has extended the timeline for implementing revised appointment norms under the CMI Regulations. Intermediaries now have time until 15 January 2026 or the notification of amended rules, whichever is earlier.
The circular addresses ambiguities in calculating liquid net worth under the CMI Regulations. It clarifies what capital, margins, and exclusions must be considered for compliance.
The circular addresses gaps in online banking by laying down granular compliance norms for information, interactive, and transactional services. The ruling strengthens customer protection and mandates phased compliance for existing IBUs.
The 2025 regulations overhaul how Global In-House Centres can be set up and operated in IFSCs, replacing the 2020 regime. They clarify eligibility, services, compliance, and regulatory oversight to strengthen IFSCs as global financial hubs.
The regulator relaxed KMP eligibility, expanded experience criteria, and allowed flexible PPM extensions. The move aims to reduce operational hurdles while protecting investors.
Entities providing TechFin or Ancillary Services from IFSC must obtain a Certificate of Registration under TAS Regulations, 2025, before starting operations.
