Sebi proposes Rs 50,000 fine for firms not cooperating with monitors.
Context
What happened: Sebi proposed a Rs 50,000 fine for each instance of non-cooperation by listed companies with monitoring agencies. Agencies could report directly to stock exchanges, with stricter steps like freezing promoters' demat accounts.
Key numbers: Rs 50,000 fine per instance.
Why it matters: The proposal aims to ensure better accountability for how funds raised through public issues are used, tightening enforcement on companies that miss prescribed information timelines.