The Growth of AIFs: How India’s Startup Boom Is Creating New Opportunities
India’s startup ecosystem is witnessing an unprecedented surge.
With 1.59 lakh+ startups and over 110 unicorns, India has emerged as the third-largest startup ...
Looking to Acquire an NBFC for Sale? Here’s What You Must Know
Acquiring a Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC) is one of the fastest ways to enter India’s financial services sector. However, buying an NBFC without proper checks can ex...
RBI Can Cancel an NBFC License — Here Are the Key Risks You Must Avoid
Running an NBFC comes with immense responsibility. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) closely monitors the functioning, governance, and financial stability of every NBFC in ...
15 Compliance Gaps That Can Put NBFCs Under RBI Scrutiny
In the last two years, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has imposed penalties on several Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) — not for fraud or major violations, but for avoidable c...
Avoid These 10 Common Mistakes When Registering an AIF
Registering an Alternative Investment Fund (AIF) with SEBI is a crucial step for fund managers and institutions looking to enter India’s alternative investment space. However, the regist...
Building a Fintech? One Data Leak Can Destroy Everything
In today’s digital-first world, launching a fintech startup is an exciting venture—but one security misstep can bring it all crashing down. Whether you're building a lending ...
Thinking of publishing financial research reports without SEBI registration?
That shortcut can lead to serious consequences—including penalties, suspension, and long-term reputational harm.
Under SEBI regulations, registration is compulsory...
⚠️ Is Your NBFC Prepared for RBI Scrutiny?
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has intensified its oversight of Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs), and non-compliance—whether intentional or not—can lead to serious repercussions.
Fr...
RBI Fines Shriram Finance Limited: A Big Warning for NBFCs & Fintechs
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has imposed a penalty on Shriram Finance Limited, one of India’s leading NBFCs, for violating the central bank’s digital lending ...
RBI Set to Tighten Supervisory Norms for NBFCs in FY26: A Shift Toward Stricter Oversight
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is poised to implement tighter supervisory norms for Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) in FY26, with a particular focus...
❌ Top Reasons Why NBFC License Applications Get Rejected
1. Weak Business Plan and Unrealistic Projections
The RBI expects applicants to submit a well-defined, sector-focused business plan backed by in-depth market research and practical financia...