SEBI Consultation Paper on ESG Disclosures, Ratings and Investing

This Consultation Paper seeks public comments on the regulatory framework of ESG Disclosures by listed entities, ESG Ratings in the securities market and ESG Investing by Mutual Funds in order to facilitate balance between transparency, simplification and ease of doing business in an evolving domain.

SEBI issues Circular on Maintenance of websites by Stock Brokers & Depository Participants

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has issued a Circular on maintenance of websites by stock brokers and depository participants. A designated website brings in transparency and helps the investors to keep themselves well informed about the various activities of the SB/DP. Hence, the stock exchanges and depositories are directed to comply with specified instructions.

SEBI issues Master Circular on Takeover Regulations

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has issued a Master Circular for Securities and Exchange Board of India (Substantial Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers) Regulations, 2011 (Takeover Regulations). This Circular was issued on 16th February 2023. Master Circular for Takeover Regulations will enable stakeholders to have access to the provisions of the applicable circulars at one place.

SEBI publishes Issue Summary Document (ISD)

The SEBI vide circular dated February 15, 2023 has issued an Issue Summary Document (ISD) has been designed. It has been decided to introduce the ISD for the following, in XBRL (Extensible Business Reporting Language) format:i. public issue of specified securities (initial public offer / further public offer);ii. further issues {preferential issue, qualified institutions placement (QIP), […]

FAQs on IFSCA (FinTech Incentive) Scheme, 2022

An illustrative list of permissible expenses towards re-imbursement, expenditure category wise, along with acceptable documents under the IFSCA (FinTech Incentive) Scheme, 2022 is provided in the FAQ.