Guidelines for Business Continuity Plan (BCP) and Disaster Recovery (DR) of Qualified RTAs (QRTAs) Qualified RTAs, which are institutions with more than 2 Crore folios, play a crucial role in the smooth functioning of the securities market. They provide the necessary infrastructure and perform systemically critical functions. To mitigate operational risks and ensure high levels of resiliency, the Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) of SEBI has developed guidelines for QRTAs to strengthen their overall preparedness, handle […]

ASCI New Guidelines for Finfluencers: Registration and Qualifications Required from SEBI, IRDAI Introduction: The Advertising Standards Council of India (ASCI) has recently tightened its guidelines for financial social media influencers, also known as “finfluencers,” as part of its effort to protect consumer interests. The revised guidelines stipulate that finfluencers must be registered with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) to offer investment-related advice. Additionally, they should prominently display their registration number, name, and […]

NSE and BSE Make a Move on Commodity Space as MCX Faces Challenges   Introduction The Multi Commodity Exchange of India Ltd (MCX) has been facing challenges in transitioning to a new commodity trading platform. As a result, other stock exchanges like the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) are set to make a major bid to enter the segments dominated by MCX. Challenges Faced by MCX MCX has been contracted to […]

SEBI Evaluates Proposal of NSE for Extended Future and Option Trading Hours Introduction: India’s market regulator, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), is currently evaluating a proposal from the National Stock Exchange (NSE) to extend trading hours for index derivatives, according to two unnamed sources with direct knowledge of the matter, as reported on Wednesday. This article delves into the details, examining the potential implications and considerations surrounding the proposal. Examining the Proposal […]

SEBI Extends Surveillance and Trade-for-Trade Settlement to SMEs Introduction: In a recent circular issued by the stock exchanges, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has announced its decision to extend the trade-for-trade settlement framework and short-term additional surveillance measure (ASM) to include small and medium enterprises (SME) stocks. This move is aimed at addressing concerns regarding stock price manipulation in SME stocks. This article delves into the details, providing insights into the purpose, […]