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India gains favour with global investors on returns, ESG momentum
India is maturing as a market in which foreign investors who take into account environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors are confident in dedicating more of their portfolio to, according to fund managers at the Indian Venture and Alternate Capital Association conclave in Mumbai, who cite the economy's scale, improving return outlook and advancing ESG standards as key differentiators.
Motilal Oswal Home Finance raises USD 100 million from Asian Development Bank
Motilal Oswal Home Finance (MOHFL) has entered into an agreement to raise USD 100 million in INR-equivalent from the Asian Development Bank (ADB) in the form of debt through Non-Convertible Debenture (NCD). The financing represents an important milestone for MOHFL and reflects strong confidence from a leading global development finance institution in the Company's business model, governance framework, and long-term growth prospects.
Sebi sets rules for custodians offering services outside its oversight
Sebi has allowed custodians, excluding bank-backed ones, to offer financial services outside its purview through separate business units, with rules on disclosure, governance, and risk controls
Sebi imposes Rs 38 lakh penalty on Coffee Day Enterprises, executives over financial disclosure lapses
Securities and Exchange Board of India fined Coffee Day Enterprises and nine officials ₹38 lakh for misstating financials between FY20 and FY25. The regulator cited unreported interest expenses, governance lapses, and violations of disclosure norms, while rejecting settlement pleas after adjudication proceedings.
Fino Payment Bank CEO's Arrest: FM Nirmala Sitharaman Responds After Mohandas Pai Flags GST Overreach
CFO Ketan Merchant said that the bank has a strong corporate governance, compliance framework and robust processes in place.
Payments Council writes to FM Sitharaman over Fino Bank CEO’s arrest
India's digital payments body, PCI, has voiced concerns to the Finance Minister following Fino Payments Bank CEO's arrest. While respecting law enforcement, PCI highlighted risks to governance continuity and trust in complex financial ecosystems. They emphasized the need for proportionality in accountability, especially for supervised institutions and their leadership.
NFRA inspection reports of 10 audit firms by March-end
India's financial watchdog, NFRA, has inspected ten major audit firms. These include EY, KPMG, Deloitte, PwC, Grant Thornton, and BDO. Findings will be released by March end. Inspections focus on audit quality and governance. Some firms show improvement in processes. However, areas like audit independence still need attention.
OYO parent appoints ex-SEBI chief Ajay Tyagi to board ahead of IPO push
CNBC-TV18 had earlier reported that OYO’s parent had confidentially filed draft IPO papers with SEBI, signalling a fresh attempt at tapping public markets after deferring earlier listing plans. The move reflects a broader reset within the company as it sharpens its focus on profitability, governance, and long-term capital market readiness.
‘Death of Software?’ Anand Mahindra calls AI doom ‘Greatly Exaggerated’ amid IT stock crash
Indian IT stocks face sharp corrections amid AI disruption fears. Anand Mahindra advises against extreme AI doomsday predictions. He believes AI will pressure IT firms to adapt, focusing on outcomes and value delivery. While some roles may change, new opportunities in AI integration and governance will emerge.
VL E-Governance & IT Solutions Ltd leads gainers in 'B' group
Abans Financial Services Ltd, Novartis India Ltd, Centum Electronics Ltd and BLB Ltd are among the other gainers in the BSE's 'B' group today, 20 February 2026.
Sebi sends show-cause notice to ZEEL over 'fund diversion'
India's market regulator Sebi has issued a show cause notice to Zee Entertainment Enterprises and its top executives. The notice alleges fund diversion and governance lapses. Zee Entertainment has denied all allegations. The company plans to file a response and take legal steps to protect shareholder interests.
Sebi sends show-cause notice to ZEEL over 'fund diversion'
India's market regulator Sebi has issued a show cause notice to Zee Entertainment Enterprises and its top executives. The notice alleges fund diversion and governance lapses. Zee Entertainment has denied all allegations. The company plans to file a response and take legal steps to protect shareholder interests.