SEBI Eases AIF Rules 2025: AI-Only Schemes, LVF Exemptions & New Flexibilities for Fund Managers SEBI eases AIF rules 2025 through a fresh regulatory framework that introduces AI-only schemes, expands exemptions for Large Value Funds (LVFs), enables scheme migration with investor consent, and enhances governance through revised reporting requirements. The new circular aims to simplify compliance for sophisticated investors while maintaining strong oversight across the alternative investment ecosystem. These changes are effective immediately, signalling SEBI’s […]

UAE India DTAA ITAT Ruling A Powerful Relief for Non-Resident Taxpayers Facing ITR Notices UAE India DTAA ITAT Ruling has recently become a landmark reference point for thousands of non-resident individuals and foreign companies earning passive income from India. In a case that initially began with a tax notice issued merely due to non-filing of an Income Tax Return (ITR), the Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT), Delhi, delivered a strong, well-reasoned judgement that reinforces both […]

GIFT City Reinsurance Hub: A Transformative Step for India’s Global Insurance Ambitions GIFT City reinsurance hub is rapidly emerging as one of India’s most important developments in the insurance and financial services landscape. With more than 10 international insurance offices (IIOs) already licensed and another 13 applications under examination, India is finally witnessing early momentum in its ambition to create a globally competitive reinsurance marketplace within the country. For years, India has been sending nearly […]

NHAI RIIT InvIT Approval 2025: SEBI Grants In-Principle Nod for Landmark Infrastructure Monetisation NHAI RIIT InvIT approval 2025 signals a significant development in India’s infrastructure monetisation journey. The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has granted in-principle approval to register the Raajmarg Infra Investment Trust (RIIT) as an Infrastructure Investment Trust (InvIT). This approval marks the beginning of a structured process that NHAI must complete over the next six months to obtain final registration. […]

RBI Tweaks Lending Norms 2025 – Big Changes for Banks & NBFCs to Prevent Regulatory Gaps RBI tweaks lending norms 2025 introduces a much-needed tightening of governance and group-level oversight across India’s banking and NBFC ecosystem. These changes align NBFC regulations with those applicable to banks, reduce regulatory arbitrage, and ensure that related-party transactions, lending against shares, and group business structures are properly monitored. The new framework reflects RBI’s continuing focus on prudential governance, transparency, […]