Perspectives on regulation, markets, compliance and GIFT IFSC
Key Highlights of Bullion Market Regulations, 2025
IFSCA Bullion Market Regulations 2025 expand scope in GIFT IFSC, setting USD 10M net worth for exchanges, defining KMP, and enhancing market transparency.
Read insight →Key Managerial Personnel: New Compliance Rules for FME’s
IFSCA issues Key Managerial Personnel compliance rules for FMEs in IFSCs. Learn appointment procedures, timelines, and eligibility criteria.
Read insight →Bank of Maharashtra Receives RBI Approval to Set Up IFSC Banking Unit
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Read insight →Aircraft Lease Framework: Key Amendments
OVERVIEW The International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA) has introduced an amendment to the 'Framework for Aircraft Lease' to address transactions involving person(s) resident in India. The primary…
Read insight →Strengthening Global Market Access: Revised RTP Framework
Transforming Financial Services in IFSC OVERVIEW IFSCA has revised the eligibility criteria for Remote Trading Participants on IFSC stock exchanges. Foreign entities regulated by their home country or members of…
Read insight →Sebi's Reforms: Unlocking Opportunities
OVERVIEW The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) is set to ease norms for merchant bankers looking to establish a presence in GIFT City’s International Financial Services Centre (IFSC). The regulator plans to…
Read insight →Listing Guidelines for Commercial Papers and Certificates of Deposit on IFSC Exchanges
OVERVIEW: International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA) has issued a circular detailing the guidelines for listing Commercial Paper (CP) and Certificates of Deposit (CD) on recognized stock exchanges in the
Read insight →Guidelines for Indian Residents Using Foreign Currency Accounts in GIFT City
OVERVIEW: The International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA) issued a circular directing to all IFSC Banking Units (IBUs) concerning the operations of Foreign Currency Accounts (FCA) for Indian resident…
Read insight →Relaxation from Separate Office & Manpower Rules for IFSC Ship Lessors
OVERVIEW: On October 4, 2024, the International Financial Service Centres Authority (IFSCA) issued guidelines concerning the use of office space or manpower by financial companies involved in ship leasing activities…
Read insight →Government Eases Rules for Direct listing of Indian Companies at GIFT IFSC
OVERVIEW: The Government of India has recently eased the listing requirements for Indian companies seeking to list on international exchanges within International Financial Service Centres (IFSCs). This move is part of…
Read insight →Simplifying the IFSC Journey with new IFSCA (Informal Guidance) Scheme, 2024
OVERVIEW: The International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA) has issued a consultation paper on proposed International Financial Services Centres Authority (Informal Guidance) Scheme, 2024. This scheme is…
Read insight →New Framework for Third-Party Fund Management Services Proposed by IFSCA
OVERVIEW: The International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA) has issued a consultation paper proposing to introduce a new framework for third- party fund management services. This paper specifically…
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