This week, several companies including Coal India, Hindustan Unilever (HUL), and REC Ltd are scheduled for record dates related to dividends, bonus issues, and stock splits. Shareholders must own stocks before the ex-date to be eligible. Notable dividends include Rs 24 by Colgate-Palmolive, Rs 15.75 by Coal India, and Rs 28 by Ajanta Pharma.
Sebi launches new verification agency to crack down on mis-selling
Sebi has launched the Past Risk and Return Verification Agency (PaRRVA) to combat mis-selling of investment products. This tech-driven system, linking credit rating agencies and