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Rajesh Exports, selected under the Union Government’s Rs 18,100-crore PLI scheme, signed a high-profile MoU with the Telangana government in 2022 for a Rs 24,000-crore AMOLED display unit. The company’s repeated delays and failure to execute projects have now come under scrutiny following SEBI restrictions.

Congress questioned LIC's 10.8% stake in Rajesh Exports after SEBI alleged massive financial misrepresentation and fund diversion. Jairam Ramesh sought accountability, while SEBI barred promoter Rajesh Mehta from trading and ordered a fresh forensic audit into the company

Sebi has cancelled the registration of five alternative investment funds for repeatedly failing to submit mandatory quarterly activity reports. The regulator said the entities ignored reporting requirements despite regulations mandating periodic disclosures by all registered AIFs

Sebi has proposed a new framework for managing strike prices in options contracts during periods of sharp market volatility. The proposal includes daily reviews, intraday introduction of strike prices and updated rules for exchanges across equity, currency and commodity options segments

SEBI has proposed additional safeguards and a 66-working-day completion timeline for open-market buybacks through stock exchanges. The regulator also suggested measures to protect minority shareholders, align buyback rules with the Companies Act, and improve communication with shareholders

New regulatory framework "significant index" has been introduced and grievance redressal mechanisms under the regulations will apply only to significant indices provided by Sebi-registered index providers

Securities and Exchange Board of India slashed minimum investment in social impact funds to Rs 1,000 from Rs 2 lakh, aiming to boost retail participation in Social Stock Exchanges. The move seeks to democratise impact investing and improve funding access for nonprofits

Bank employees and officials in Mancherial held a rally demanding the implementation of a five-day work week, a long-pending request agreed upon by the union government in March 2024. Employees cited stress due to digitalisation, workload, target pressure, and staff shortage

At the floor price, the government would mop up about Rs 2,492 crore by divesting its 6 per cent stake in the state-owned lender

The Supreme Court has postponed for six weeks Sahara’s plea seeking approval to sell 88 properties to the Adani Group, asking the Centre to respond to objections raised by the amicus curiae and stating that disputes over sale documents require trial-level scrutin

SEBI has proposed significant reforms to mutual fund cost structures, including steep caps on brokerage fees, clearer TER disclosures separating taxes, optional performance-linked fees, and shifting NFO expenses to AMCs, aiming to boost transparency and investor benefits

The Reserve Bank of India has proposed allowing banks to finance Indian companies for domestic or overseas acquisitions. The draft sets eligibility criteria, financing limits, and safeguards, aiming to promote strategic investments while ensuring responsible lending practices

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman highlighted the risks of deepfake videos and AI-driven fraud, calling for stronger defences to protect public trust. She emphasised innovation must be secure, resilient, and inclusive, praising SEBI’s efforts to curb investor impersonation

The Enforcement Directorate conducted raids in Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh as part of a FEMA probe into Reliance Infrastructure over alleged illegal remittances abroad. The company, facing multiple financial investigations, has denied wrongdoing and cited a court-approved settlement on past exposures

After SEBI dismissed Hindenburg’s allegations, Gautam Adani said the group will focus on innovation, transparency, and long-term growth. Operational resilience during scrutiny strengthened the company, which now aims to build a lasting legacy across energy, infrastructure, and logistics

Jio Payments Bank has launched 'Savings Pro', allowing account holders to earn up to 6.5 per cent interest on idle funds. Surplus balances above Rs 5,000 will be invested in overnight mutual funds, offering flexible redemption, transparency, and a fully digital process via the JioFinance app

SEBI has exonerated the Adani Group and its associated entities from all allegations raised in the Hindenburg Research report, stating that the claims were not substantiated. The regulator found no violations of related party transaction norms or LODR rules, and clarified that retrospective application of amended definitions was legally untenable. The proceedings were closed without penalty or directions.

The Reserve Bank of India has approved the reappointment of former Deputy Governor R. Gandhi as Yes Bank’s part-time chairman from September 2025 to May 2027. Gandhi, a veteran central banker with 37 years’ experience, previously served in RBI, SEBI, and IDRBT

SEBI has proposed easing FPI norms to allow resident Indians and mutual funds greater access to foreign funds via IFSC-based schemes. The move aims to boost investment diversification, with public feedback invited until August 29

SEBI has internal mechanisms to address conflict of interest, including a disclosure and recusal framework, the Centre told Parliament. A high-level committee has been set up to review and strengthen regulations under new Chairperson Tuhin Kanta Pandey’s leadership