Foulplay? knock on arbitration doors
Never has it been more important that serious disputes against your broker or DP be resolved legally. Arbitration is that legal tool. Here's a guide on using it effectively
Jul 29, 2006
Charging On
In spite of Sebi's order, some DPs continue to levy a transaction charge on credits.
Mar 31, 2005
Suspended
SEBI has suspended operations of Integrated Enterprises for a period of six months.
Aug 2, 2004
Small change
NSDL has announced a tiny reduction in depository fees, but it won't go far in helping investors.
Aug 30, 2002
NSDL's fee revision leaves small investors in the lurch again
NSDL's new fee structure has been changed only slightly, leaving small investors in the lurch again.
Apr 20, 2002
A move that cuts both ways
While you can churn your money and shares faster in T+3 settlements, you will have to meet your post-trade obligations of delivery and payment equally fast.
Apr 13, 2002
CDSL fumble delays settlement!
Be warned. A technical snag in one of India's depositories can impact the settlement of transactions in the other.
Mar 22, 2002
NSDL's new tariff plan: Small investor be damned!
NSDL's new tariff plan for its DPs lightens the transaction cost load on large investors'by shifting it to small investors.
Mar 14, 2002
Trade offline settle online
Even if you're trading offline, you can use the net to move money'and, soon, even shares'to settle.
Aug 27, 2001
Lend your shares
SHCIL has re-introduced the securities lending scheme-a boon to long-term investors needing cash in a hurry.
Jul 26, 2001
How to safeguard your demat account
Your demat account is vulnerable to frauds and processing errors. Four safeguards to follow.
May 31, 2001
Ties that bind
You need not bear stiff annual charges to maintain multiple demat accounts.
Dec 13, 2000
Helter skelter
Investors bear the brunt as errant companies refuse to toe Sebi's line on mandatory demat trading.
Oct 17, 2000
Negotiate the price trap
Depository participants are cutting charges to woo investors. So, is that a good reason to switch?
Oct 4, 2000
Why the demat drive has failed
The demat experience has been a bitter one for many investors. Are these teething troubles or is the problem deep-rooted?
Dec 15, 1999