Emphasizing the Alliance between Bancassurance and InsurTech Partnerships Embracing digital transformation, the financial services industry has witnessed astounding disruptions in recent years. Specifically, the integration of InsurTech, in collaboration with the bancassurance model, is said to remodel the way insurance packages are typically marketed. With this partnership, insurance is transitioning towards a “pull” product from its traditional status as a “push” product. How InsurTech Aids Insurance Distribution InsurTech plays a pivotal role in helping banks […]

Gift City: A Promising Opportunity for Mutual Funds Introduction New Delhi: Mutual funds may soon have an opportunity to invest in companies traded in Gujarat’s Gift City exchanges beyond the usual cap implemented for their overseas investments. This development comes as the government opens up the special economic zone for direct listing of Indian firms.   IFSCA Expert Panel Recommendation A 16-member expert panel, appointed by the International Financial Services Centers Authority (IFSCA), recommended a […]

SEBI Approach to Enabling Full-Fledged Short Selling SEBI has been cautiously approaching the regulation of short selling within Indian financial markets. While the board has commenced some initial actions, it seems that SEBI has only taken modest steps towards allowing full-fledged short selling operations. However, this process’s complexity necessitates deliberate, incremental implementation to mitigate potential risks associated with short selling. Permissive Approach and Regulatory Directives on Short Selling In an aid to stimulate the growth […]

SEBI Policy: Changes in Payment Procedure for SEBI Investor Protection and Education Fund

Making National Pension System (NPS) Accessible: PFRDA Chairman’s Efforts   Introduction: NPS Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) Chairman, Deepak Mohanty, is actively working towards expanding the availability of the National Pension System at all bank branches and post offices. The objective is to enhance the reach of pension schemes by ensuring easy access to NPS products for the general public. Expanded Distribution Channels: NPS To accomplish this goal, PFRDA has collaborated with Regional […]