India’s bond market liberalization efforts including zero tax for FPIs are aimed at securing the next major index inclusion.
Tag: Policy
Indian Firms Accelerate Bond Issuances as RBI Measures Drive Down Borrowing Costs
Corporate India is rushing to issue bonds as RBI’s support for the rupee has lowered borrowing costs and boosted debt market demand.
India’s Rupee Weakens Against Dollar Amid Forward Maturity Demand
The domestic currency depreciated against the US dollar as demand linked to forward currency maturities pressured the rupee.
India Achieves Fastest Bond Index Entry Progress as FPIs Benefit from Zero Tax on GSec Income
The government eliminated capital gains tax and withholding tax on interest for FPIs investing in government securities.
NEET UG 2026 Exam Cancelled and Rescheduled After Paper Leak Allegations Spark CBI Inquiry
The NEET undergraduate medical exam was cancelled after paper leak claims surfaced prompting a Central Bureau of Investigation probe.
India’s Government Eliminates Capital Gains Tax for FPIs on Government Securities
In a major move to attract foreign investment India fully removed capital gains tax on income from government security holdings for FPIs.
CBSE Forced to Transfer Top Officials Over Discrepancies in Online Class 12 Evaluation System
Students reported major discrepancies in CBSE’s on-screen marking system prompting political pressure and the transfer of senior board officials.
India’s Bond Market Attracts FPI Inflows as Macro Stability Boosts Investor Confidence
Foreign portfolio investors are increasingly drawn to India’s 1.5 trillion dollar government securities market amid improving macro conditions.
FSSAI Issues Notice to KFC Flipkart India and Nestle Over Hygiene and Insect Complaints
India’s food safety regulator took cognizance of social media complaints about hygiene and contamination at multiple major consumer brands.
CBSE Students Report Irregularities in On-Screen Marking System for Class 12 Answer Scripts
Students across India complained about discrepancies in how their Class 12 board exam answer sheets were evaluated digitally.