Sebi asks stock brokers to put in place system for surveillance of trading activities

In the midst of a strong bull market, Sebi has introduced new guidelines for stock brokers aimed at preventing and detecting fraud and market abuse. These guidelines, outlined in Chapter IVA of the Broker Regulations, mandate surveillance systems for trading activities, internal controls, obligations for brokers and their employees, escalation procedures, reporting mechanisms, and the implementation of a whistle-blower policy.