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The inaugural edition of SAMANVAY 1.0, held on April 28, 2025, at the prestigious GIFT Club, was a landmark gathering for India’s international financial services ecosystem. Organised by Jaypee Capital Services IFSC and Altus Fund Management IFSC, the event brought together an esteemed audience of regulators, policymakers, industry leaders, and global financial institutions to engage in forward-looking conversations around capital markets and fund management.
It was during this high-profile conclave that the Gift Brokers Association (GBA) was formally launched—a pivotal moment marking the establishment of a dedicated, member-driven body to represent and support trading members at GIFT IFSC. The Association’s unveiling was in perfect alignment with the event’s overarching theme of “Samanvay”, which means “unity,” and reflects the need for a cohesive voice and collaborative action in shaping the future of GIFT City.
The GBA’s launch received strong recognition and support from the attending stakeholders. With a focus on:
Strengthening market infrastructure
Enhancing investor trust
Providing operational and regulatory support
The Association was introduced as a cornerstone initiative to accelerate the maturity of GIFT IFSC’s capital markets landscape.
By establishing the Gift Brokers Association at SAMANVAY 1.0, the event not only celebrated industry progress but also set the stage for strategic alignment between market participants and regulators. It signified a bold step forward in GIFT City’s journey to becoming a globally integrated financial hub driven by collaboration, innovation, and inclusivity.
Mr. Pradeep Ramakrishnan, Executive Director, IFSCA, inaugurated the official website of the Gift Brokers Association on 26th August 2025.
Gift Brokers Association (GBA) in collaboration with Signzy successfully hosted an exclusive product demo of the One Touch KYC Solution on 10th September 2025 at FlexOne, GIFT IFSC.
Glimpse of the successful knowledge sharing session held on 29th September 2025. The GBA hosted a successful interactive session at GIFT City focused on "Global Access Providers." Esteemed speakers from the International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA), including Mr. Pradeep Ramakrishnan, Executive Director, Mr. Arjun Prasad, GM, Capital Market, IFSCA, and Mr. Amit Prajapati, DGM, Capital Market, IFSCA shared valuable insights on the regulatory framework for Global Access Providers.
As part of the global celebration of World Investor Week 2025, the Gift Brokers Association (GBA) actively participated in a series of awareness-building and educational events across the GIFT IFSC ecosystem. The week-long campaign focused on financial literacy, investor protection, and informed participation in international financial markets.
Below are some memorable moments and snapshots capturing GBA’s contribution to this global initiative.
As part of World Investor Week 2025 (6th–12th October), the GBA collaborated with NSE International Exchange (NSE IX) for an insightful session on "Building Broker Awareness".
The seminar reinforced GBA’s commitment to enhancing broker awareness, empowering investors, and strengthening the global presence of GIFT City.
As part of World Investor Week 2025, the GBA joined hands with India INX and IFSCA for an insightful session on Gateway to Global Markets.
The event highlighted compliance insights, regulatory updates, and India INX’s role as a global platform—reinforcing GBA’s commitment to investor awareness and financial empowerment.
GBA is pleased to announce its National Level Seminar scheduled for 9th October 2025 at 11:00 AM, organized in collaboration with BK School of Professional and Management Studies, Gujarat University.
The session will focus on India’s growing international financial ecosystem and opportunities within GIFT IFSC.
Esteemed speakers include:
🎤 Dr. (Ms.) Neelam Purey – Purplesigma Services IFSC Pvt. Ltd.
🎤 Mr. Devesh Bagrodia – Zincmoney IFSC Pvt. Ltd.
🎤 Mr. Gaurav Khinvsara – Appreciate Broking IFSC Pvt. Ltd.
The seminar will be coordinated by Prof. (Dr.) Mamta Brahmbhatt, BKSPMS, Gujarat University.
An insightful initiative by GBA to promote awareness and bridge academia with the evolving world of global finance.
Gift Brokers Association, in collaboration with Glomo Payments IFSC, hosted an exclusive session on “The Future of IPOs, Simplified at GIFT City!”. The event highlighted Glomo’s innovative digital solutions for seamless IPO payment collections and refunds. Members and participants gained valuable insights into technology-driven efficiencies shaping the IPO ecosystem at GIFT City.
GIFT Brokers Association successfully hosted its 1st Annual Meet on Monday, 1st December 2025, at 4:00 p.m., marking a significant milestone in its journey. The event also witnessed the launch of the First Bi-Yearly GBA Magazine, featuring thought-provoking articles and insights from leading voices across the GIFT IFSC ecosystem.
We were honoured to welcome Shri K. Rajaraman, Chairperson, IFSCA, as the Chief Guest for the occasion.