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Insider Trading

Insider trading involves buying or selling stocks based on non-public information. It is considered unethical and illegal in many jurisdictions. This practice undermines market integrity. It creates an uneven playing field for investors. Regulatory bodies monitor trading activities to prevent such actions. Penalties for insider trading can be severe. Transparency in financial markets is essential for trust and fairness.

Prediction Markets, Power and Profits

The capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro by U.S. forces has triggered not only geopolitical shockwaves but also a financial controversy. An anonymous trader reportedly earned over $436,000...

 January 8, 2026

Securities Contract Regulation Act (SCRA)

Recently, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) made an important announcement regarding the Securities Contract Regulation Act (SCRA). SEBI revealed its plans to form an expert...

 July 19, 2023

Mutual Fund

An aggressively managed portfolio of investments that uses advanced investment strategies such as leverage, long, short and derivative positions in both domestic and international markets with the goal...

 December 17, 2022

SEBI Introduces Rewards for Insider Trading Whistle-Blowers

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has implemented a fresh strategy aimed at rewarding informants and whistle-blowers who disclose valuable information pertaining to cases of insider...

 January 2, 2020

SEBI Simplifies Norms to Retain Foreign Portfolio Investors

In a recent move aimed at protecting India's financial markets, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has released new norms designed to simplify the compliance and...

 August 21, 2019

Ransomware

Ransomware is a sophisticated form of malware that denies a user access to their files, databases, or entire system, typically by encrypting the data. The attacker then demands...

 August 8, 2019

Coastal Security Geography

India possesses a vast and strategically vital maritime expanse. Managing the security of this zone is critical for national sovereignty, economic stability, and disaster resilience. Maritime Boundary and...

 January 18, 2019

PM eBus Seva Project

The PM-eBus Sewa project is a central government initiative launched to augment city bus operations by prioritizing the deployment of electric buses (e-buses) across urban areas. It is...

 August 15, 2018

Electric Mobility Promotion Schemes in India

The Government of India, through the Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI), has launched a series of schemes to accelerate the adoption of Electric Vehicles (EVs) and develop a...

 August 13, 2018

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