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The Reserve Bank of India has introduced the Credit Derivatives Directions, 2026, which establish a framework for the introduction of derivatives on credit indices and total return swaps. This direction is aimed at enhancing market operations and fostering financial stability.
The NCLAT has annulled a Chief Financial Officer's (CFO) appointment after determining that the first two nominees did not meet the eligibility criteria set forth in the Companies Act. This reinforces the importance of compliance with statutory requirements.
The DRT Chandigarh annulled a SARFAESI auction due to the bank's failure to provide a mandatory notice to legal heirs, highlighting compliance with statutory notice requirements.
The NCLT affirmed the Committee of Creditors' (CoC) decision to approve the GSW Enterprise resolution plan, emphasizing that courts should respect CoC's commercial wisdom when statutory requirements are met.
SEBI has updated the ETF trading framework to improve price discovery and address inefficiencies arising from T-2 NAV-based pricing.
SEBI is proposing comprehensive changes to the Margin Trading Facility framework to enhance risk management and compliance efficiencies.
SEBI has proposed significant reforms to IT regulations regarding trading software, focusing on modernizing compliance processes and enhancing operational efficiency.
SEBI's recent reforms reclassify REITs as equity instruments and ease operational requirements for InvITs, aiming to enhance market efficiency. However, some key regulatory issues remain unresolved.
SEBI has formed an Expert Working Group to examine and enhance the regulatory framework governing Debenture Trustees. The initiative aims to strengthen trustee responsibilities and align regulations with the evolving dynamics of the debt market.
The Supreme Court clarified that service classification disputes must be resolved by statutory authorities, reinstating notices previously set aside by the High Court.
The NCLT admitted a Section 7 IBC application, emphasizing that debt acknowledgments in balance sheets and an OTS proposal kept the application within the limitation period.
The RBI has implemented the Credit Derivatives Directions, 2026, establishing a detailed regulatory regime for credit derivatives, enhancing operational guidelines for participants.
India has broadened the scope for foreign nationals to invest in its stock market, enhancing portfolio investment access while maintaining regulatory safeguards.