Shri Tuhin Kanta Pandey, Chairman, SEBI, in his address at the Annual Conference of Registered Investment Advisers at ARIA Aspire 2026, highlighted the importance of unbiased, fiduciary-driven advice and the need to strengthen a trusted investment advisory ecosystem. We quote from his address: “India has achieved a remarkable feat in financial inclusion. Today, more Indians than ever have bank accounts and digital payment tools at their fingertips. However, the journey doesn’t end with “access.” As we look toward the future of a Viksit Bharat, the focus must shift toward financial empowerment. Empowerment isn’t just about having an account; it’s about […]

For a long time, women have been known as the “queens of the household budget.” They are amazing at saving small amounts of money and making sure every rupee is used well. But according to a recent report in Mint Money, there is a big problem: women are great at saving, but they aren’t investing enough. In fact, a study shows that by the time they retire, Indian women have 40% less wealth than men.b> The experts in the article believe the reason is simple: “Women’s biggest barrier is often mental conditioning, not ability” Here is why this is happening […]