SEBI & Corporate Governance
Source: ET The “Atanu Chakraborty” Case Study Bhaiya, this is a textbook example of “Boardroom Friction” that you might see in SEBI Grade A or RBI Grade B FM (Finance & Management) papers. SEBI’s Three-Pillar Critique of…
SEBI’s Strategic Relief: IPO Timelines & MPS Compliance (2026)
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has intervened to prevent a “regulatory lapse” for companies whose fundraising plans were derailed by external market shocks. This move is reminiscent of the relaxations provided during the…
IRDAI’s Regulatory Roadmap (2026)
Context: The recent establishment of the sub-committee under the Insurance Advisory Committee marks a definitive transition in India’s insurance governance. The primary objective is to move from a fragmented ecosystem to a highly integrated,…
RBI Cancels Licence of Shirpur Merchants’ Co-operative Bank
Source: ET Key Concepts & Regulatory Framework 1. Deposit Insurance (DICGC Coverage) When a bank’s licence is cancelled and it enters liquidation, depositors are protected by the Deposit Insurance and Credit Guarantee Corporation (DICGC), a…
Moody’s Slashes India’s FY27 Growth Forecast
Source: TH Background Concepts & Economic Transmission Channels 1. The “Imported Inflation” Mechanism When geopolitical tension rises in West Asia, India faces “Cost-Push Inflation.” 2. Fiscal Consolidation vs. Subsidy…
RBI Approval for Emirates NBD’s Acquisition of RBL Bank
Source: BS Subject: Economy (Banking & Finance) Key Regulatory Relaxations & Provisions 1. Governance and Board Structure 2. Shareholding and Voting Rights 3. “Single Mode of Presence” Exemption 4. Open Offer Requirement Examination…
IRDAI Guidelines on Dark Patterns in Insurance
Source: TH Subject: Economy/Governance (Regulatory Bodies) Key Concepts & Regulatory Framework 1. Defining “Dark Patterns” 2. The Regulatory Landscape 3. Impact on Insurers Examination Focused MCQs Q1. In the context of digital…
SEBI Proposal: Reintroduction of Open Market Share Buybacks
Source: BL Subject: Economy (Capital Markets) Key Concepts & Regulatory Shift 1. Tender Offer vs. Open Market Buyback 2. The Taxation Pivot 3. Operational Safeguards Examination Focused MCQs Q1. Why did SEBI originally decide to phase out the…
RBI’s Forex “War”: Curbing Currency Speculation
Source: ET Context: In early April 2026, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) intensified its battle to stabilize the rupee after the currency suffered its worst monthly drop in six years (declining 4.24% in March). The move targets a massive $149…
RBI extends export Realisation Timeline amid Global Disruptions
Source: TOI Summary Context: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has extended its emergency liquidity measures for the export sector until June 30, 2026. Originally introduced to shield Indian businesses from U.S. tariff hikes in late 2025, this…