Topic
ease of doing business
NITI Index: Gujarat, Maharashtra Lead First Investment Friendliness Rankings
NITI Aayog released its first-ever Investment Friendliness Index, with Gujarat, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Goa, and Odisha scoring above 50. The index, based on 90 indicators and investor feedback, aims to guide state-level investment policies. NITI vice chairperson Ashok Lahiri called it a performance indicator, not a race, urging states to act amid geopolitical volatility.
Gujarat Tops NITI Aayog's Investment Friendliness Index; Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu Follow
NITI Aayog released its Investment Friendliness Index, ranking Gujarat first (score 56.6), Maharashtra second (53.7), and Tamil Nadu third (53.3) among large states. The index assesses 28 states and eight Union Territories across eight pillars. The report aims to strengthen competitive federalism and promote an investment-friendly ecosystem.
SEBI's Ease-of-Business Push: Consolidated Master Circular, Reduced Compliance Burden for Exchanges
SEBI has launched a comprehensive review of regulations for stock exchanges, clearing corporations, and commodity derivatives exchanges. Key proposals include a single consolidated master circular, a 50% reduction in circular size, and discontinuation of several reports. Stakeholder comments on the technology framework paper are invited until July 13, 2026.