SEBI issued a caution after fraudsters circulated forged notices demanding Securities Transaction Tax payments. The regulator clarified it does not issue STT payment notices and urged investors to verify communications through official channels.
SEBI has directed mutual funds to value physical Gold and Silver using polled spot prices from recognized stock exchanges instead of LBMA AM fixing. The change, effective April 1, 2026, aims to align valuations with domestic market conditions and ensure uniformity.
SEBI issued an alert after fraudsters offered to manage trading accounts while promising guaranteed returns. The regulator clarified that such account handlers are unregistered and advised investors not to share login credentials.
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India proposed amendments to align food product standards with the Packaging Regulations, 2018 and Labelling and Display Regulations, 2020. The draft replaces references to the earlier 2011 packaging and labelling framework across multiple provisions.
The regulator has amended its 2022 AML/CFT Guidelines to permit OTP-based Aadhaar e-KYC authentication for regulated entities in IFSCs. The change expands digital customer verification methods with immediate effect.
IBBI introduces standardized valuation formats, harmonised standards, and a Coordinating Valuer mechanism to improve credibility and comparability under the IBC.
The IBBI Disciplinary Committee held that continued operation of a CIRP bank account after commencement of liquidation violates Sections 34 and 36 of the Code. The professional’s registration was suspended for two years for unauthorised transactions post-liquidation.
IFSCA has directed IFSC Banking Units to clearly include GIFT IFSC Banking Unit in their SWIFT BIC names to avoid misrouting of cross-border remittances. Compliance reporting is mandatory by June 30, 2026.
RBI’s Amendment Directions enable NUCFDC to raise capital beyond statutory private placement limits. The decision ensures broader participation by UCBs while mandating reporting and regulatory compliance.
FSSAI has proposed amendments to the 2018 Packaging Regulations to introduce key definitions, including food contact materials and non-intentionally added substances. The draft, issued under statutory powers, invites public objections within 60 days.
