Board Evaluation in India: Who, When & Legal Rules
Explore the key aspects of board evaluation in India—who is required to conduct it, the ideal timelines, and the legal regulations under SEBI and the Companies Act.
SEBI’s Latest Insider Trading Amendment: A Game Changer for Listed Entities
Understanding the importance of Structured Digital Databases (SDD) in insider trading compliance is crucial for maintaining transparency and fairness in securities trading. Dive into how SDD helps manage Unpublished Price Sensitive Information (UPSI) effectively.
Government and Public Holidays in India, 2025
A comprehensive guide offering a detailed breakdown of national holidays, state-specific holidays, legal frameworks, and practical insights for corporate compliance.
Improper Maintenance of SDD: Dos & Don’ts for Compliance
Maintaining Structured Digital Databases (SDDs) is a critical, and a mandatory requirement under SEBI’s Regulations 3(5) and 3(6) of the PIT Regulations. These regulations ensure the accurate tracking of Unpublished Sensitive Information (UPSI) to monitor and prevent insider trading. Failing to maintain proper SDDs can lead to severe legal, financial, and operational consequences. This article provides a comprehensive guide on the dos and don’ts for maintaining SDDs, highlighting key points that constitute improper maintenance and offering practical advice to ensure compliance.
Common and Uncommon Questions Faced by NBFCs in SDD Maintenance
Structured Digital Databases (SDDs) have become integral to the operations of financial institutions, including Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs). These institutions face unique challenges and requirements when it comes to maintaining their SDDs, driven by the distinct nature of their activities and regulatory environments.
FAQs Faced by Merchant Bankers in SDD Maintenance
Structured Digital Databases (SDDs) have become integral to the operations of financial institutions, including merchant bankers and Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs). These institutions face unique challenges and requirements when it comes to maintaining their SDDs, driven by the distinct nature of their activities and regulatory environments.
New Regulations for Consumer Grievances Redressal in Goa and UTs
The Joint Electricity Regulatory Commission (JERC) has announced the Consumer Grievances Redressal Forum and Ombudsman Regulations, 2024, which supersedes the 2019 regulations. Under these new guidelines, every distribution licensee must establish a grievance redressal forum within six months of receiving their license.
Enhancing Karnataka’s Energy Distribution: Smart Module Integration for Digital Meters
The Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission (KERC) has introduced guidelines to upgrade existing digital/static energy meters with smart modules, optimizing their functionality and extending their usefulness.
Recent Amendments to the Employees’ Pension Scheme, 2024
The Ministry of Labour and Employment has released notifications dated 14th June 2024, which announce the revised rates of damages applicable to employer defaults under the Employees’ Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952.
Delhi GST Second Amendment Act: Important Dates for Compliance
The Finance (Expenditure-I) Department of Delhi has issued a notification regarding the enforcement of provisions under the Delhi Goods and Services Tax (Second Amendment) Act, 2024 (01 of 2024). As per the directive issued on August 28, 2024, by the Lieutenant Governor of the National Capital Territory of Delhi.
