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Nick Cannon is shooting down rumors that he has halted production on his forthcoming documentary centered on the life of Dr
Sebi—the controversial late Honduras-based healer and herbalist
who claimed to have found the cure for AIDS and other ailments
Cannon took on the task of producing the doc after the tragic death of rapper Nipsey Hussle
who was working on the project when he was gunned down back in March
“Oh ‘They’ wish this was the truth!
Hussle’s death sparked a number of conspiracy theories
including one that claimed he was killed for his involvement with the documentary on the late Dr
Sebi, born Alfredo Bowman, was a healer, pathologist, and biochemist, who claimed to have the cure for diseases like diabetes, HIV, and cancer. The herbalist, who was not a licensed physician, died in 2016.
Algo trading has transformed the financial markets (stocks
It's the method of executing orders using automated or pre-programmed trading instructions
After recognising the risks and challenges faced by retail investors
the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has introduced a regulatory framework to ensure safer participation in algo trading
these new measures aim to enhance transparency
and promote accountability in the algo trading space in India
we break down what these changes mean for retail traders and market participants
SEBI aims to address concerns regarding market manipulation
The key objectives of the latest circular are:
SEBI has mandated that all algo trading providers must be empanelled with stock exchanges before brokers can onboard them
This prevents unverified or sketchy service providers/companies from offering algo trading solutions to retail investors
Brokers must obtain prior approval from stock exchanges for each algorithm they wish to offer to retail investors
any modifications to approved algorithms also require pre-approval from the exchange
This ensures that all trading strategies comply with SEBI’s guidelines
Brokers are responsible for monitoring investor grievances and ensuring compliance with anti-manipulation measures
To prevent unauthorised access, SEBI has banned open APIs
open APIs enable traders and third-party applications to connect directly to a broker’s trading platform
access will be granted only through unique vendor-client setups
ensuring proper identification and traceability of algo trades
Retail investors who develop their own algorithms must register with stock exchanges through their brokers if their trading activity exceeds a specified order-per-second threshold
These self-developed algorithms can only be used for personal accounts
including those of immediate family members
Algorithms that do not disclose their underlying logic
must register as Research Analysts with SEBI
Each algo order must be tagged with a unique identifier (an "algo ID") provided by the exchange
enhancing transparency and accountability in trading activities
Stock exchanges will issue SOPs for testing
This includes establishing a "kill switch" mechanism
allowing exchanges to disable specific algo IDs in case of irregularities
Brokers and algo providers must clearly disclose all charges related to algorithmic trading
SEBI has set the following timeline for the new framework:
SEBI's new regulatory measures aim to strike a balance between innovation and investor protection in algo trading
By ensuring a structured and transparent framework
SEBI seeks to democratise access to automated/algo trading while minimising potential risks
staying informed about these regulations is crucial to navigating the evolving algo trading landscape
Whether you’re developing your own trading algorithm or using broker-provided strategies
understanding these compliance requirements will help you trade with confidence and security
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A need was also felt to have a “short and manageable” list
From 20 auditors in 2022 to 9 in 2025
the Sebi’s latest panel has excluded big names like Ernst & Young
KPMG Assurance And Consulting Services and Grant Thornton Bharat
only Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu India has secured a position on the latest panel for conducting forensic audits of listed companies
“The current list contains those firms who were frequently engaged by Sebi in the past three years
The regulator has also looked into the firms’ track record with extra points being given to the firms who were able to complete the audit work within the time specified
there was an emphasis to reduce the number of panellists to a manageable number,” said a source
Some experts, however, apprehend that the pruning of the list might also be a reflection of the capabilities of top auditors who have been excluded from the panel. “The Big Four firms would have met some of the market regulator’s eligibility conditions
but there may have been some shortcomings,” the source said
The fees offered by the regulator for assignments is at par with the present market rates
“Being on the list adds a lot of credibility to the names of these firms,” said an auditing expert
FE couldn’t independently verify if firms like KPMG
Grant Thornton Bharat and Ernst & Young had shown interest to be a part of the panel
In an advertisement floated in November 2024
Sebi had asked for the applicants to have a minimum 10 years of experience in the field of forensic audit
the applicant was required to have a minimum of 10 partners or directors out of which at least 5 partners to be actively involved in forensic audit-related work
the applicant was supposed to have had experience of undertaking at least 15 forensic audits in past three years out of which a minimum of three forensic audits work to be assigned by a regulatory body or government agency or a PSU
the panel is valid for the next three years
and the regulator will be paying a fees of Rs 10-30 lakh per assignment
depending on the number of years for which forensic audit is conducted
and the size of the company for which forensic audit is conducted
Moody’s downgraded India’s GDP growth forecast for 2025 to 6.3% due to global economic slowdown caused by US policy uncertainty and trade restrictions
including those between India and Pakistan
Moody’s expects RBI to cut rates to boost growth
The US and China are also facing trade tensions
Louisa Richards is a Registered Nutritionist and Nutritional Therapist
She sees clients and delivers workshops with her businesses Heads Up Nutrition and Vegucate Nutrition
Louisa writes about nutrition and health for news and science outlets
She has a passion for plant-based diets and a functional approach to health
Louisa loves cooking healthy food and encouraging people to try plant-based
This individual is no longer a medical reviewer in our network
The credentials and contact information reflected here may not be current
Adrienne Seitz is a registered dietitian and licensed dietitian nutritionist
She is a practicing dietitian and cook in Sarasota
where she prepares healthy and delicious food at a country club
Adrienne’s special interests are plant-based diets
Jon is a writer from California and now floats somewhere on an island in the Mediterranean
He thinks most issues can be solved by petting a good dog
Time not spent at his desk is probably spent making art or entertaining humans or other animals
Katharine has a BSc in Biological Sciences from the University of Exeter
Having started her career as a scientific editor on The British Journal of Psychiatry
she moved to Country Life where she spent six years as deputy chief sub-editor
living in both Germany and Australia and being a full-time mum
she retrained and spent several years teaching A Level Biology
she then embarked on a Masters in Science Communication at Imperial College
Her particular interest is the effect of nutrition on health and ensuring that nutritional claims have foundations in science
Sebi diet is a controversial and strict plant-based diet
Some claim it can reduce the risk of disease when people combine the diet with supplements sold on the diet website
Sebi believed that mucus and acidity caused disease
He held that eating certain foods and avoiding others could detoxify the body
achieving an alkaline state that could reduce the risk and effects of disease
Recent research suggests that plant-based diets can effectively reduce a person’s dietary acid load
which may help to reduce the risk of certain health conditions
further research is necessary and no official sources approve the Dr
Sebi diet specifically can prevent or treat medical conditions
This article examines the potential benefits and risks of the Dr
was a self-proclaimed healer and herbalist
He was self-educated — he was not a medical doctor and held no Ph.D
These and similar assertions resulted in multiple lawsuits
Sebi reportedly died in 2016 in police custody
Dr. Sebi believed the Western approach to disease to be ineffective. He held that mucus and acidity — rather than bacteria and viruses
A main theory behind the diet is that disease can only survive in acidic environments
The diet aims to achieve an alkaline state in the body to prevent or eradicate disease
The diet’s official website sells botanical remedies that it claims will detoxify the body
These remedies — called African Bio-mineral Balance supplements — retail for up to $1,500 per package
The site links to no research supporting its claims about health benefits
Those behind the site acknowledge that they are not medical doctors and do not intend the site’s content to replace medical advice
Dr. Sebi’s nutritional guide includes a number of rules
There is a lack of any scientific evidence to support the Dr. Sebi diet. However, research indicates that a plant-based diet can benefit health
A 2022 review of observational and clinical evidence highlights research that associates a high dietary acid load with widespread inflammation and certain health conditions
The review highlights that vegetarian and vegan diets can effectively reduce a person’s dietary acid load
The authors claim that a vegan diet is particularly effective
and they emphasize that further research is necessary to understand the full effect of plant-based diets on a person’s dietary acid load
Some health benefits of plant-based diets may include:
An older study of young male participants found that they felt more full and satisfied after eating a plant-based meal containing peas and beans than a meal containing meat
However, more recent research from 2023 compared the satiating capacity of plant-based meals and meals containing meat in 60 adults
Participants displayed no difference in feelings of fullness
The Dr. Sebi diet encourages people to eat whole foods and avoid processed foods
A 2020 narrative review associates a high intake of ultra-processed foods with a range of health conditions
Diets with unprocessed or minimally processed foods had more beneficial health outcomes
Read more about the benefits of a plant-based diet
Sebi diet is restrictive and may not include enough important nutrients
which the diet’s website does not clearly acknowledge
There is no current research that supports the safety and effectiveness of the Dr
Sebi himself did not have medical qualifications
Although experts consider it generally safe to follow a plant based diet
the same safety does not necessarily apply to highly restrictive diets
they may benefit from consulting a healthcare professional
Following the Dr. Sebi diet may result in a vitamin B-12 deficiency
A person may be able to prevent this by consuming supplements and fortified foods
Vitamin B-12 is an essential nutrient necessary for the health of nerve and blood cells and for making DNA
In general, people following vegan or vegetarian diets and older adults have a risk of B-12 deficiency. Doctors may recommend that people who do not consume animal products take B-12 supplements or eat foods fortified with B-12
Dietary protein helps support the health of the brain
According to current guidelines
most females ages 14 and above should consume 46 grams (g) of protein daily
while most males of the same age should consume 56 g
However, the Dr. Sebi diet restricts other sources of plant protein, such as lentils, soy
A person would need to eat an unusually large amount of the permitted protein sources to meet daily requirements
Research suggests that it is important to eat a wide variety of plant foods to absorb enough amino acids
This may be difficult when following the Dr
Omega-3 fatty acids are important components of cell membranes
Sebi diet includes plant sources of omega-3s
However, the body more readily absorbs these acids from animal sources. A 2019 study indicates that a vegan diet contains little or none of two omega-3 fatty acids
Sebi diet may benefit from taking an omega-3 supplement
Sebi’s recipes often contain unusual ingredients or his patented botanical supplements
a person who is not strictly adhering to the diet could easily adapt some recipes to make healthful
The diet’s proponents also recommend expensive products without scientific evidence to support their use
the diet may bring some benefits associated with other plant-based diets
Eating more whole fruits and vegetables in general could positively affect health
It could also help a person to lose weight if that is a goal
People can conduct research and speak with a healthcare professional before trying any new diet
A healthcare professional can ensure the person gets all essential nutrients
such as through supplementation if necessary
SEBI notifies amendments to ICDR Regulations
On March 3, 2025, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) notified the SEBI (Issue of Capital and Disclosure Requirements) (Amendment) Regulations, 2025
The amendments aim to streamline public capital raising
and align existing frameworks with corporate practices and investor protection needs
The amendment also addresses longstanding inconsistencies flagged in SEBI’s observations on offer documents and integrates recommendations from expert committees
The amendments were published in the official gazette and came into effect on publication
SEBI’s latest amendment includes promoter lock-in periods that have been aligned with the actual usage of issue proceeds
If a majority of fresh issue proceeds are intended for capital expenditure or related debt repayment
promoters must now retain their minimum contribution for three years
the lock-in period has been extended to one year from the earlier six months
where proceeds are linked to capital expenditure
SEBI has also revised the timeline for public announcements
Following the filing of the draft offer document
the issuer must now make a public announcement within two working days
the earlier requirement of separate pre-issue and price band advertisements has been merged into a single advertisement to be published at least two working days before the issue opens
The draft document must remain open for public comments for 21 days from the date of this announcement
The rights issue process has undergone substantial simplification
SEBI has eliminated the earlier size threshold of INR 500 million (US$5.87 million)
which previously determined the applicability of ICDR norms
all rights issues by listed issuers must comply with ICDR regulations
This move brings uniformity to the disclosure and compliance obligations across the market
The documentation and approval process for rights issues has also been made more efficient
Issuers are no longer required to file the draft letter of offer with SEBI
the document is to be filed directly with the relevant stock exchanges
This step removes a substantial layer of regulatory delay while preserving investor access through stock exchange platforms
The need to appoint a merchant banker has also been removed under the revised Regulation 69
Responsibilities such as ensuring regulatory compliance and facilitating allotment are now redistributed among the issuer
SEBI has added further obligations to ensure transparency
Regulation 71 has been revised to specify the documents that must be submitted to the stock exchange
These include the draft letter of offer and promoter identity details (such as Permanent Account Number/PAN
or company registration data for corporate promoters)
In the case of convertible debt instruments
a due diligence certificate from the debenture trustee is also required
The final letter of offer must be filed with both SEBI and the exchanges
with SEBI responsible for public dissemination
Rights issue timelines have also been tightened. According to SEBI Circular Faster Rights Issue (Circular No. SEBI/HO/CFD/CFD-PoD-1/P/CIR/2025/31) dated March 11
the entire rights issue process must now be completed within 23 working days from board approval
This replaces the earlier flexible schedule and provides greater certainty to investors
A notable change is the introduction of Regulation 77B
which allows promoters to renounce their rights entitlements in favor of specific named investors
These investors must apply before 11:00 A.M
and the issuer must notify the stock exchange by 11:30 A.M
Issuers can also allocate under-subscribed portions of the issue to such investors
provided this intention is clearly disclosed in the letter of offer and advertisements
This change offers strategic flexibility while maintaining disclosure safeguards
To prevent misuse of the simplified framework
SEBI has introduced a safeguard under Regulation 61(d)
Issuers whose equity shares are under disciplinary suspension as of the reference date will not be eligible to make rights issues
This discourages companies facing regulatory action from using rights issues as a short-term liquidity solution
SEBI has focused heavily on improving pre-issue and pre-IPO transparency
Revisions to Regulations 54 and 95 now require issuers to report all securities transactions by promoters and promoter groups within 24 hours of occurrence from the date of draft filing until issue closure
any pre-IPO placements disclosed in draft documents must be reported to stock exchanges within 24 hours of the transaction
the amendments also mandate detailed disclosures of any agreements that impact management control or impose legal obligations on the issuer
Issuers must also disclose all criminal proceedings against key management personnel and any regulatory actions taken against them
Material civil litigations must now meet SEBI’s objective monetary thresholds
harmonized with those under the SEBI Listing Regulations
SEBI has enabled voluntary disclosure of proforma financials related to recent acquisitions or divestments
even if they fall below the materiality threshold
This is intended to provide investors with a fuller picture of financial performance
especially for companies undergoing structural change
Supporting documentation must be certified by the statutory auditor or a peer-reviewed chartered accountant
issuers must now provide expanded information on employee benefit schemes
Disclosure of standalone financials for working capital utilization has also been clarified
requiring consistency between audited standalone and restated consolidated financials where adjustments have occurred
hypothetical financial statements used to show what a company’s financials would look like after a major event such as a merger or acquisition
reflect a progressive recalibration of India’s capital markets regulatory framework
the amendments seek to balance market efficiency with investor protection
these changes necessitate a reassessment of internal controls
especially those participating in IPOs and rights issues
and new norms around SARs underscore SEBI’s intent to strengthen capital formation while guarding against market abuse
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The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has significantly reduced the number of empanelled forensic auditors for listed companies
downsizing the list from 20 firms in 2022 to just 9 in 2025
according to people familiar with the development
is driven by a desire to create a “short and manageable” list populated by firms that have a consistent engagement history and proven performance track record over the past three years
this streamlining has seen the exit of industry stalwarts such as Ernst & Young
only Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu India retains its spot on the new panel
While SEBI has not released an official explanation
sources indicate that a firm’s past performance—particularly adherence to audit timelines and the quality of reports—played a pivotal role in the selection
The regulator also awarded extra points to firms that delivered on time
aligning with SEBI’s goal to enhance accountability and efficiency in financial investigations
According to the advertisement issued by SEBI in November 2024
the eligibility norms for inclusion were strict:
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The selection process is believed to have evaluated applicants not just on paper credentials
but also on their real-world delivery and regulatory familiarity
This appears to have worked in favor of smaller
more agile firms with proven regulatory partnerships and timely execution over sheer scale or brand
“The pruning of the list is not just about compliance but also about capability and credibility
It could also be an indirect commentary on the recent shortcomings of some big names,” said a regulatory expert who declined to be named
SEBI has maintained market-aligned compensation levels for assignments
ranging between Rs 10-30 lakh per audit depending on the size of the company and the audit’s time span
While the fee structure isn’t considered extravagant
the prestige and credibility that come with being on SEBI’s panel are considered valuable by auditing firms
“Being on SEBI’s panel adds significant credibility
especially when pitching for clients in the private sector,” said an auditing consultant
“But what’s equally significant is the message SEBI is sending—past performance matters more than pedigree.”
concerns have surfaced within the auditing community over what this exclusion means for major players
Some experts speculate that the absence of well-established firms like PwC India
or perceived conflicts of interest in past assignments
FE was unable to independently verify whether these firms had even applied for inclusion in the latest panel
leaving open the possibility that some may have opted out voluntarily
The revised panel will remain valid for three years
and the implications for India’s forensic audit ecosystem could be far-reaching
With regulatory scrutiny of corporate governance and financial transparency on the rise
the smaller list suggests SEBI intends to work closely and more intensively with a trusted set of firms
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there has been much anticipation surrounding SEBI's new regulations on options trading
Retail traders and market participants have been eager to understand how these changes will impact the overall trading activity in our country
we’ll break down SEBI's latest announcements
covering the major updates and their effects on traders
Let’s dive deep into SEBI's official circular and explore what this means for the future of options trading in India
SEBI's primary goal with these changes is to improve market liquidity and help investors manage their risks better
This is particularly crucial as retail participation in index options has surged over the past few years
leading to increased speculation and volatility (especially around expiry dates)
SEBI is trying to control two things in general:
High inflow of retail money into index options2
the market regulator revealed a comprehensive set of new rules that would reshape the options trading environment in India
SEBI’s announcement introduced six key changes that will significantly affect options traders
Let’s go through each of these changes and what they mean for the market:
One of the most impactful changes is the increase in the contract size for index derivatives
the contract size for index options ranges from ₹5-10 lakhs
[This is calculated by multiplying the current value of NIFTY
SEBI has mandated that this range be increased to ₹15-20 lakh
This means the lot size for Nifty futures and options (F&O) contracts will be increased to ~60 to meet this new requirement
So will the case for the contracts of other popular indices
This change significantly increases the entry barrier for both option buyers and sellers
if they were previously required to pay ₹625 to enter a contract
option sellers will face higher margin requirements—potentially tripling their current margins
if an Iron Condor strategy previously required ₹50,000 in margin
While this could make the market safer by discouraging reckless speculation
it also poses challenges for smaller retail traders who may struggle to meet the new margin requirements
exchanges like NSE and BSE offer multiple weekly expiries for index options
which has contributed to increased speculation and volatility
SEBI has decided that each exchange (NSE and BSE) can only offer weekly derivatives contracts for one of its benchmark indices
NSE can only offer weekly expiry for the Nifty 50 index or Bank Nifty
BSE will be able to offer weekly expiry for either Sensex or BankEx
All other indices will only have monthly expiry
This reduction in weekly expiries is expected to lower speculation and bring more stability to the market
SEBI is also implementing a new rule that requires brokers to collect the full option premium upfront from buyers
some brokers allow traders to use leverage through cover orders
which reduces the upfront cost of purchasing options
if a trader sets a stop loss at ₹90 for a ₹100 option
they may only be required to pay the maximum potential loss instead of the full premium
all option premiums must be collected upfront
eliminating the possibility of using leverage to reduce upfront costs
This change primarily affects traders using brokers that allow leveraged positions
Most discount brokers already collect full premiums upfront
those using cover orders to reduce entry costs will now need to pay the full premium
which could make some strategies less attractive
To control the heightened volatility seen on options expiry days
SEBI has introduced an additional margin requirement
called the "extreme loss margin." This will increase the margin requirements for option sellers by 2% on expiry days
if you were previously required to put up ₹10 lakh as margin
While this rule may not significantly affect overall market liquidity
it aims to reduce the risks associated with large
SEBI monitors position limits for index derivatives at the end of each trading day
This ensures that no single broker exceeds a certain percentage of the total open interest (OI) in the market
The new rule introduces intraday monitoring
where brokers' positions will be checked at four random intervals throughout the day
This change could be problematic for traders who rely on real-time market movements
as it may prevent them from entering trades if their broker exceeds the market-wide position limit
the rule won’t be implemented until April 2025
The final rule removes the margin benefit for calendar spreads on expiry days
A calendar spread involves holding both long and short positions in contracts of different expiries
traders received a margin benefit for these positions on expiry day
This rule may discourage traders from using calendar spreads
While this change targets a specific group of traders
it may reduce the attractiveness of certain trading strategies
The implementation of these changes will occur in phases
The first two significant changes regarding contract size and weekly expiries are set to take effect on November 20
such as the removal of calendar spread treatment
This staggered approach allows brokers and traders time to adjust to the new regulations
let’s dive into the potential advantages and disadvantages of SEBI’s new rules:
One of the main concerns is that the increased margin requirements could push retail traders towards other speculative instruments like fantasy gaming apps or even crypto trading
They may seek out markets with lower entry barriers
option buyers may start shifting towards out-of-the-money (OTM) options
which are cheaper but carry a lower probability of success
This could lead to a rise in speculative behaviour and reduced profitability for retail traders
these changes are likely to bring more stability to the market
By increasing the contract size and reducing the number of weekly expiries
This could lead to more natural price movements and reduce the likelihood of manipulation
The equity cash segment may also see increased volumes
as traders shift away from options and into equities
This could result in a more balanced and liquid market overall
the new rules may discourage reckless speculation
particularly on live trading platforms and YouTube
where high-risk strategies have been increasingly promoted
With higher margins and stricter monitoring
the market is likely to become less prone to manipulative practices
SEBI's new rules represent a significant shift in the Indian options trading landscape
While the intention behind these changes is to enhance market stability and protect investors
it’s essential to stay informed about these changes and adjust their strategies accordingly
we can expect further discussions and debates within the financial community
But the long-term effects of these changes will ultimately depend on how traders and brokers adapt
Watch the entire explainer video on YouTube: End of Small Option Traders in India? SEBI's New Rules on Indian Stock Market!
To read SEBI's circular issued on Oct 1, 2024, click here here!
when the IPO closes for subscription and opens for trading
there is a gap of at least three trading days
there are a lot of grey market trading activities that happen
Now Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) wants to do something about it
For a better understanding, before we get to the proposal details, we should know the grey market premium. Grey Market Premium (GMP) refers to the price at which shares of an upcoming Initial Public Offering (IPO) are traded unofficially in the grey market before their official listing on the stock exchanges like NSE and BSE
over-the-counter market where shares are traded based on demand and supply dynamics without regulatory oversight by authorities like SEBI
When a company announces an IPO
but these shares are not tradable until the listing day
investors and traders speculate on the potential listing price
GMP is the difference between the expected listing price and the IPO issue price
the expected listing price would be around Rs 150
SEBI plans to introduce a regulated platform ("when listed") for pre-listing trading of IPO shares
This new mechanism will allow investors to trade shares in a regulated manner during the three days between IPO allotment and listing
This initiative will replace the existing unregulated grey market
which currently operates during this period
The grey market lacks transparency and exposes investors to significant risks
Below are some of the benefits of the new portal:
The proposal to permit pre-listing trading in shares aims to curb the prevalence of the grey market
an unofficial and unregulated market where shares of companies about to go public are traded
By establishing a formal pre-listing trading mechanism
SEBI intends to bring transparency and regulatory oversight to this activity
but we will have to wait for it to get implemented
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