Certification reform: Sebi proposes new norms for market professionals; hybrid learning, tighter exemptions on the cards

Markets regulator Sebi has proposed a major revamp of the certification framework for securities market professionals, aiming to expand participation and upgrade skill standards in line with evolving market needs.In a consultation paper released on Thursday, Sebi suggested broadening the definition of “Associated Persons” to include not only those employed by intermediaries and regulated entities…

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IIM Lucknow summer placement 2025 records domestic stipend of Rs 3.95 lakh per month: Why this matters for future managers

IIM Lucknow summer placement records highest domestic stipend of Rs 3.95 lakh. (AI Image) IIM Lucknow summer placement 2025: The Indian Institute of Management Lucknow (IIM Lucknow) has announced a significant rise in summer placement stipends for its 2025-27 batch. The highest domestic stipend recorded during this year’s placement season reached Rs 3.95 lakh per…

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201 international wickets, one favourite: Sachin Tendulkar’s pick will surprise you | Cricket News

Sachin Tendulkar (BCCI Photo) NEW DELHI: Sachin Tendulkar is celebrated as one of the greatest batters in cricket history, but his bowling remains an often-overlooked part of his game. Though never a frontline bowler, Tendulkar’s versatility made him a valuable part-time option. He could bowl medium pace, off-spin, and leg-spin, often stepping in to break…

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Irani Cup: O Captain! My Captain! Akshay Wadkar’s on-field acumen guides Vidarbha to glory | Cricket News

Nagpur: Vidarbha’s captain Akshay Wadkar receives the championship trophy after defeating Rest of India in the Irani Cup 2025 cricket match, at Vidarbha Cricket Association (VCA) Stadium, in Nagpur, Maharashtra. (PTI Photo) (PTI10_05_2025_000290B) Nagpur: Let’s get it out of the way — Akshay Wadkar is not your typical flamboyant cricketer. Off the field, he could…

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EaseMyTrip co-founder Prashant Pitti’s NBFC Optimo Capital raises Rs 150 crore in funding

MUMBAI: Optimo Capital has raised Rs 150 crore ($17.5 million) in series A funding, led by founder Prashant Pitti along with existing investors Blume Ventures and Omnivore, the company said on Tuesday. Around 4.8 crore small-business owners (75% of total) don’t have credit-history, making it difficult for them to access large-ticket business loans from banks/NBFCs….

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