Policy

SEBI to issue Closing Auction Session framework after receiving over 3,500 comments

• SEBI will examine the responses before proceeding with the framework
• The regulator received more than 3,500 comments on the proposed mechanism
• The framework may change closing-price processes for Indian stock exchanges and listed companies

SEBI developing second surveillance system to flag bad actors at listed firms and small IPOs

• The system will also scrutinise companies seeking to enter capital markets through small IPOs
• SEBI Whole-Time Member Kamlesh Varshney said the focus includes identifying “bad elements” among listed entities
• Tighter screening may affect small-IPO issuers and Indian listed companies

BMC entertainment tax proposal likely to marginally increase ticket prices by Rs 5-10

• Mumbai movie tickets could rise by Rs 5-10 if BMC raises per-show tax from Rs 60 to Rs 400
• Exhibitors and producers say…
• Higher ticket prices may affect Mumbai cinema attendance and listed multiplex operators

CII welcomes RoDTEP extension, seeks five-year policy horizon for exporters

• CII welcomes the extension of RoDTEP and seeks a five-year policy horizon for exporters
• The government targets $1 trillion in exports this fiscal year
• RoDTEP continuity matters to Indian exporters, including merchandise-exporting manufacturers

G20 discusses curbing excess capacity, dumping hurting fair trade: Goyal

• G20 trade ministers discussed curbing excess capacity and dumping that hurt fair trade
• Anti-dumping discussions matter to Indian manufacturers competing with subsidised imports

P K Mishra says sanctions, tariffs can be weaponised as policy tools

• Mishra said export restrictions, sanctions and tariffs can become instruments of economic policy

CAFE-III norms explained: What they mean for small cars, SUVs, EVs and hybrids

Over 3,500 responses on CAS: Sebi to quickly move ahead with proposals

• SEBI received over 3,500 responses on the Closing Auction Session proposals
• Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey said SEBI will quickly move ahead with proposals
• CAS changes could affect Indian stock exchanges and brokers’ trading processes

Govt preparing new affordable housing policy, expected to come in next six months, says Credai

• A new affordable housing policy is expected within six months
• Credai urged the government to remove the ₹45 lakh per-unit price cap
• A revised affordability definition could affect Indian housing developers and home-finance companies

India should tax capital income, not wealth or inheritance: Economist Daniel Waldenstrom

• Daniel Waldenstrom says India should tax capital income, including corporate profits and dividends, to address inequality
• A capital-income tax focus could affect Indian companies and dividend investors

GIFT City has rules for family offices to go global, but capital controls remain a hurdle

What should businesses expect from the 57th GST Council meeting

• The 57th GST Council meeting follows several rounds of discussion on rate adjustments
• The objective is a simpler, streamlined rate structure
• GST rate changes could affect costs and demand for Indian businesses across sectors

SCI to help India achieve ambition of becoming top shipping nation: Sonowal

• Sonowal said India is determined to build ships domestically, not just own them
• He said Shipping Corporation of India will help India become a top shipping nation
• Domestic shipbuilding ambitions may benefit Indian shipyards, including Cochin Shipyard

UP mulls measures to help leather exporters tackle tariffs, West Asia risks

• Uttar Pradesh is reviewing measures to help leather exporters tackle tariffs and West Asia risks
• The state accounts for 46 per cent of India’s leather exports

Irdai plan to help check mis-selling, raise returns

• IRDAI proposed guidelines to reshape commission and expense structures for insurance distribution
• The plan aims to curb mis-selling and raise returns
• Changes to distribution costs and commissions may affect Indian insurers and insurance distributors

Revised green card rules, H-1B visa fee hike, social media vetting forcing Indians to rethink about American dream?

• Tighter US immigration policies include a $100,000 H-1B fee and stricter visa scrutiny
• Tighter US visa rules raise staffing uncertainty for Indian IT services companies

India extends RoDTEP export support till Dec 2026; raises insurance cover to 95% amid West Asia disruption

• RoDTEP export support extended until December 31, 2026
• Insurance risk coverage raised to 95% for eligible shipments amid West Asia disruption
• Export support and higher shipment cover benefit Indian exporters and insurers

Buying new car? Your motor insurance dealer may earn up to 38% commission - what IRDAI's proposed fix means

• IRDAI is scrutinising high commissions on mandatory motor insurance sold through dealers
• Dealer commissions can reach 38%; the regulator is proposing a fix
• Tighter commission rules could affect insurers and auto dealers, including Indian insurance distributors

Piyush Goyal calls for WTO-compliant measures to address global trade distortions at G20 meet

• Piyush Goyal called for WTO-compliant measures to address global trade distortions at a G20 meeting

FM Sitharaman Seeks Greater Certainty In Global Trade, Flags Risks Of Market Fragmentation

$20,000 US visa bond rule: Should Indians be worried? Check the complete list of affected countries

• The rule requires certain foreign nationals to pay a bond of $10,000 to $20,000
• Affected applicants must comply with payment

A modest repo rate hike will be in order

GSTAT opens online route to club identical GST disputes

• Taxpayers with multiple GSTINs linked to one PAN can select appeals on identical legal questions pending before different benches
• Simpler GST appeals may reduce compliance burdens for Indian businesses

PMEGP may get 5-year extension till 2030-31 with Rs 15,000 crore outlay; govt weighs easier norms

• Government is considering extending PMEGP until 2030-31
• The proposed extension has an estimated Rs 15,000 crore outlay
• A larger PMEGP could support Indian micro-enterprises and employment

GST relief for gaming companies raises hopes across the sector

• Tax authorities took a softer approach in the first four final GST orders after the Supreme Court ruling
• Gaming companies may benefit from lower GST-related uncertainty

India needs trust-driven capital markets; SEBI reviewing derivative expiry settlement rules: Tuhin Kanta Pandey

FPI investments driven by net returns; Working to simplify access: SEBI chief Tuhin Kanta Pandey

Bonded warehouses may face 24-hour discrepancy reporting, five-year digital records under proposed customs overhaul

• Proposed customs overhaul may require bonded warehouses to report shortages or discrepancies electronically within 24 hours
• Warehouses may also need to keep digital records for five years
• Tighter compliance could raise costs for Indian warehousing and logistics operators

Earning in dollars? New FEMA rules from October 1: How freelancers and YouTubers need to file EDF declaration with banks

• From 1 October, a new RBI rule changes reporting for service exporters receiving overseas payments

Gujarat UCC Bill Gets President's Nod: Marriage, Divorce, Inheritance And Live-In Rules — What Changes Now?

• President Droupadi Murmu approved Gujarat’s Uniform Civil Code Bill, 2026
• The bill establishes a common legal framework for marriage, divorce, inheritance and live-in relationships

West Bengal finance minister calls for scrapping Urban Land Ceiling Act

• Swapan Dasgupta urged organised real-estate players to invest in West Bengal
• He cited land laws and tenancy issues as impediments to the state’s development
• Land-law changes could open development opportunities for Indian real-estate companies active in West Bengal

Govt should have made RBI's 2022 inflation failure report public: Janak Raj

• Janak Raj said the government should have made public the RBI’s 2022 inflation failure report
• He said India is still early in reaping the benefits of flexible inflation targeting
• Inflation-targeting credibility matters for Indian banks and rate-sensitive stocks

MPC external members should be appointed full-time, says Chetan Ghate

• Chetan Ghate said external members of the MPC should be appointed full-time
• He said flexible inflation targeting has established a credible nominal anchor
• MPC appointment and coordination proposals matter to Indian rate expectations and interest-sensitive sectors

GOBARdhan eyes 10-fold increase in CBG output: Hardeep Singh Puri

• GOBARdhan aims for a 10-fold increase in CBG output
• The scheme provides capital assistance and guaranteed offtake for renewable fuel made from organic waste
• CBG expansion could benefit Indian biofuel players, including Godavari Biorefineries

ASCI issues AI labelling guidelines for ads, rules to take effect in three months

• ASCI guidelines require disclosure of synthetic content when concealing its AI origin could materially affect audience perception
• AI-generated advertising disclosures affect Indian advertisers, agencies and digital platforms

Irdai commission cap plan sparks concern among insurance brokers

• Brokers say lower commissions may not make premiums cheaper
• Brokers warn of squeezed servicing economics, consolidation and weaker service
• Commission changes may pressure insurance distributors and affect servicing across India's insurance sector