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 ...
Why Do Many NBFCs Fail to Scale? The Real Issue Is Financial Clarity
When NBFCs struggle to scale, the first assumption is often lack of funds.
But in reality, capital is only part of the story.
The real bottleneck is financial clarity.
Wit...
Small NBFCs: The Backbone of India’s Lending Ecosystem—Yet Struggling to Scale
Small NBFCs play a critical role in India’s financial ecosystem. They reach underserved borrowers, support MSMEs, and operate in geographies where tra...
Why NBFCs Are Adding Factoring to Their Portfolio
India’s MSMEs are the backbone of the economy, contributing significantly to employment and GDP. Yet, one persistent challenge continues to limit their growth—cash flow gaps caused by d...
Want to Launch Portfolio Management Service (PMS) with Huge Tax Benefits?
India’s Portfolio Management Services (PMS) industry is witnessing rapid growth, expanding at a 33% CAGR and crossing ₹7 lakh crore in Assets Under Management (AUM). W...
SEBI Introduces VALID UPI System: A Big Move to Protect Investors from Fraud
In a major regulatory development, SEBI has introduced the VALID UPI system, making it mandatory for all registered market intermediaries to use SEBI-verified UPI IDs onl...
Starting an NBFC vs. Buying One – What’s Smarter?
Entering India’s Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC) sector is an attractive opportunity for investors, fintech founders, and financial institutions. The big question most invest...
Looking to Acquire an NBFC for Sale? Here’s What You Must Check Before Buying
Acquiring a Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC) is one of the fastest ways to enter India’s growing financial services sector. However, buying an NBFC witho...
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 Licence — And Many Reasons Are Avoidable
An NBFC licence issued by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is not permanent. RBI has the power to cancel or revoke an NBFC’s Certificate of Registration (CoR) if regulatory...
Is Your NBFC Still Running on Legacy Systems? It’s Time to Transform and Unlock Real Growth
In today’s fast-moving financial ecosystem, many NBFCs are still stuck with outdated systems that slow down workflows, inflate operational cost...
Reserve Bank of India (RBI) just slapped HDFC Bankwith a Rs 91 lakh penalty (order dated Nov 18, 2025) for outsourcing KYC compliance to third parties—a core function that’s strictly off-limits under RBI’s ironclad guidelines for ba...
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 ...
Selling Stock Tips on Telegram, WhatsApp, or Instagram? Read This Before You Start.
Social media is full of stock tips, buy/sell calls, and paid subscription groups. But many people don’t realise that SEBI has strict rules for anyone offerin...
Ignoring Risk in AIFs? Even a Small Market Shift Can Trigger Major Losses
Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs) are growing rapidly in India — from private equity and venture capital to hedge-style Category III funds. But with higher returns c...
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 NBFCs — not for fraud or mismanagement — but for missing critical compliance steps.
As...
Want to Reduce Loan Defaults? Build a Strong Credit Appraisal Framework
In the fast-paced world of digital lending and NBFC operations, the biggest threat to long-term sustainability isn’t competition — it’s loan defaults.
Mos...
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...
Many NBFC Applications Get Rejected by the RBI — Here’s Why! ⚠️
Avoid Costly Mistakes Before You Apply
Every year, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) receives hundreds of applications for NBFC (Non-Banking Financial Company) registrati...
RBI Penalties on NBFCs Jumped 30% in Just One Year — Is Your NBFC at Risk?
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has intensified its oversight on financial institutions — and the numbers speak for themselves.
In FY 2022–23, RBI impo...
15 Red Flags That Can Shut Down Your NBFC
Every year, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) cancels licenses of several Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs). Surprisingly, most cancellations are not due to fraud, but rather due to missed compliance, ...
Newly Registered as an NBFC? Here’s What You Need to Know About Compliance
Getting your RBI license is a milestone worth celebrating—but it’s only the beginning of your NBFC journey. The real challenge starts with regulatory comp...
Why are Fintechs Growing Faster than NBFCs?
The financial sector is undergoing a massive transformation, and fintechs are leaving traditional NBFCs behind. The primary reason? While NBFCs continue to rely on conventional, paper-heavy systems, fint...
Is CERSAI Registration Mandatory for NBFCs?
One of the most common mistakes many NBFCs make is overlooking CERSAI registration. While compliance with RBI guidelines and customer onboarding processes get due attention, CERSAI often slips under the ...
Cheques Clear Within Hours – Starting October 2025!
Big news is on the horizon for India’s banking ecosystem! The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is set to transform the way cheques are cleared, reducing the waiting time from days to just ...
Is Your NBFC Aligned with the Latest RBI Updates?
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is taking decisive steps to tighten the compliance framework for Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs), ensuring transparency, customer protection, and responsible...
Want to Enter India’s Booming Lending Sector—Without Waiting Years?
India’s lending market is expanding at an unprecedented pace—driven by fintech innovation, rising credit demand, and digital-first borrowers. But setting u...
Rising NPAs Are a Wake-Up Call for NBFCs
India’s NBFC sector is under pressure. The alarming rise in Non-Performing Assets (NPAs) is sending a clear signal—NBFCs need to act now.
From unsecured personal loans to SME and rural lendin...
Is Your NBFC Making These Costly Mistakes?
In recent years, the Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC) sector in India has witnessed rapid growth—but also increased regulatory scrutiny. From RBI license cancellations to skyrocketing NPAs, many...
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...
🧭 Enhancing Clarity, Transparency & Flexibility: SEBI’s New Era of Mutual Fund Reforms
In a move to simplify mutual fund structures and protect investor interests, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has proposed a set of ...
📰 SEBI’s New Mutual Fund Reforms: What Investors & Fund Managers Need to Know
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has proposed sweeping changes to the mutual fund framework to enhance transparency, reduce overlap, and ensu...
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 ...
SEBI’s Master Circular for REITs: Transparency, Simplicity & Growth in One Framework
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has taken a bold step to reshape the future of Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) in India. With it...
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is actively preparing for the future of finance with a strategic officer training program at its Hyderabad campus. This initiative is laser-focused on emerging areas such as:
✅ Digital Banking
✅ Fintec...
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 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...
🚀 India’s PMS Industry Is Accelerating – Here's What You Need to Know
India’s Portfolio Management Services (PMS) sector is witnessing phenomenal growth, with assets under management (AUM) now exceeding ₹7.08 lakh crore. Thi...
⚠️ SEBI Cracks Down on Unregistered Investment Advisors — Are You Compliant?
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has recently issued a strict warning to individuals and firms offering investment advice without proper registrati...
❌ 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...
A Landmark Deal Reshaping India’s NBFC Landscape
In a decisive move that signals the rising consolidation in India’s NBFC sector, UGRO Capital has announced the acquisition of Profectus Capital Pvt. Ltd. for ₹1,400 crore. This strategi...
Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) are essential players in India's financial ecosystem. They provide crucial financial services such as loans, credit facilities, asset financing and investment services, often reaching segments of the popula...
Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) have carved a niche for themselves in the Indian financial ecosystem, offering a wide range of services that cater to individuals, businesses and the economy as a whole. While their name might suggest a resembl...
The financial services sector in India is vast and multifaceted, with Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) playing a crucial role in providing credit and investment solutions. With their increasing presence and significance in the economy, NBFC ta...
In recent years, the Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFC) sector in India has experienced considerable growth, playing a critical role in providing financial services such as loans, credit and investment. As a result, NBFC takeovers have become inc...