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Overhaul of drug regulator begins with recruitment plan for 1,500 specialists
India's pharmaceutical landscape is on the verge of transformation! The country’s drug regulatory body is gearing up for an overhaul with the addition of over 1,500 scientists and tech specialists. This ambitious initiative aims to streamline drug approval processes and align with international benchmarks, fostering a robust framework for pharmaceutical governance.
Coal India, CESC and other power stocks: JM Financial analyst explains impact of Bengal elections
JM Financial views the West Bengal election outcome as a potential boost for power sector governance, driven by expectations of reform under a BJP-led government. While this could create headwinds for CESC, it may benefit Coal India and other central utilities
BJP's West Bengal win: L&T, Bandhan Bank among others may gain, say experts
The BJP's victory in West Bengal, wrote analysts at Nomura in a note, could lead to expectations of improved governance, ease of doing business and enhanced infrastructure spending.
SEBI proposes amendments to securitised debt norms to align with RBI framework
SEBI issues consultation paper to align securitisation rules with RBI 2021 norms, proposes single asset deals, new disclosures, SPDE governance changes, comments open till May 25 2026
Sebi seeks to align securitisation framework with RBI regulations
Sebi has proposed easing securitisation norms, including relaxing the 25% single borrower exposure cap, to align with RBI regulations for entities governed by central bank rules. The regulator also suggested shifting disclosure responsibilities to the servicer and modifying governance for SPDEs, aiming to facilitate single-asset deals and enhance transparency.
Thalapathy government? Why Vijay's historic rise in India's industrial powerhouse state matters for stock market
Vijay’s TVK is set to reshape Tamil Nadu’s political landscape, prompting investors to assess what a “Thalapathy government” could mean for industry and markets. With the state being a key auto, electronics and export hub, policy clarity on incentives, welfare spending and governance will drive sentiment for TN-linked companies.
RBI should reject Tata Sons application to deregister as a CIC: InGovern Research
Corporate governance firm InGovern Research Services urged the RBI to reject Tata Sons' application to deregister as a Systemically Important CIC. The firm argues that regulatory changes and Tata Sons' structural linkage to public funds via listed group entities make its bid untenable, advocating for an IPO by March 2027.
Prashant Bhushan writes to RBI: Don’t extend tenure of ICICI Bank’s Sandeep Bakhshi
Public interest lawyer Prashant Bhushan urged Reserve Bank of India to deny Sandeep Bakhshi’s extension, citing governance lapses, RBI penalties, fraud cases, labour issues, and GST-related disputes at ICICI Bank.
HDFC Bank's Atanu Chakraborty episode may not be dramatic for lender's financial show
HDFC Bank posted a strong FY26 performance despite recent governance-related headlines and leadership changes, with CreditSights noting that these developments are unlikely to have any meaningful impact on its credit profile or stability. The bank reported a 10.9% rise in net profit to Rs 74,700 crore, supported by 12.1% loan growth, robust deposit mobilisation, and continued best-in-class asset quality, with gross NPAs falling to 1.15% and credit costs at multi-quarter lows. Capital buffers remained strong with a CET1 ratio of 17.3%, underscoring resilience even as external macro risks persist.
NSE co-location case: Settlement is a step away from final approval
An external panel advising India’s market regulator has recommended that the National Stock Exchange of India pay just over ₹18 billion to settle long‑pending legal disputes. The move could help resolve NSE’s protracted conflict with SEBI over governance lapses and unequal access allegations, which have stalled its IPO for nearly a decade.
Big Money Moves: 11 large-cap stocks where institutional investors raised stakes in Q4FY26
Institutional investors increased stakes across major NSE large-cap stocks in March 2026, signaling confidence in fundamentals and future growth. Companies like Adani Power, Axis Bank, NTPC, and Coal India saw modest rises, supporting improved governance, liquidity, and price stability trends.
HDFC Bank growth steady; leadership exit seen as 'one-off' by InGovern
A report by InGovern Research said the recent leadership change after the sudden resignation of part-time chairman Atanu Chakraborty at HDFC Bank does not raise broader governance concerns, describing the episode as 'one man’s values dilemma' rather than a systemic issue. Shares of HDFC Bank ended 1.78% (₹14.45) lower at ₹795.45 on the NSE today, April 16.