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The ICAI imposed a fine on a Chartered Accountant for not properly communicating with the previous auditor before accepting a new audit assignment, violating Section 140 of the Companies Act.
The Reserve Bank of India has introduced amendments to the responsible business conduct directives for Regional Rural Banks, emphasizing ethical practices and compliance.
The Reserve Bank of India has made amendments to the credit risk management approach for Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs), focusing on robust handling of stressed assets.
The Reserve Bank of India has issued amendments to the credit risk management framework for rural cooperative banks, emphasizing the need for effective resolution of stressed assets.
The Reserve Bank of India has amended the credit risk management directions specifically for Regional Rural Banks, focusing on the resolution of stressed assets and enhancing oversight.
The Reserve Bank of India has amended directives related to responsible business conduct for all financial institutions, reinforcing standards of ethical practice and accountability in financial operations.
The Reserve Bank of India has issued new directions regarding the disbursement of government pensions through Agency Banks, imposing specific implementation guidelines. This move targets efficient management of pension funds.
The RBI has initiated its annual survey on Computer Software and IT Services Exports for the fiscal year 2025-26, aimed at enhancing data collection for external sector statistics.
The RBI has launched its annual survey on Foreign Liabilities and Assets of Mutual Funds, aiming to gather crucial data on external financial conditions for the fiscal year 2025-26.
In a noteworthy ruling, the Saket District Court recognized independent artist Anamika Sood as the rightful owner of her song 'Ferrareee,' rejecting prior infringement claims from Saregama related to expired copyright. The case highlights ongoing concerns regarding misuse of copyright enforcement.
The Karnataka High Court granted anticipatory bail to a mother implicated in her son's serious allegations, including rape and forced religious conversion of his wife, marking a complex intersection of criminal law and family matters.
The Allahabad High Court ordered the immediate restoration of a woman's blocked mobile number, criticizing the UP Police for acting on a false complaint from her husband. The court highlighted the necessity for police to handle citizen complaints with due diligence.
SEBI has proposed relaxing call recording obligations for Research Analysts regarding institutional clients, aiming to reduce compliance burden.