• Assam Ranks 16^thin the country with 25.9 Lakh NSE Investors

• Women Investors 6th Highest in India at 29.6%

The National Stock Exchange of India (NSE) reached another milestone in July 2025, with total unique trading accounts surpassing 23 crore (230 million)—in just about three months after crossing the 22-crore mark (220 million) in April 2025. Meanwhile, the number of unique registered investors stands at 11.8 crore (As of July 28^th, 2025).

An investor may hold accounts with multiple brokers and therefore can have multiple client codes. In terms of regional distribution, Maharashtra continues to lead with nearly 4 crore accounts (17% share), followed by Uttar Pradesh (2.5 crore, 11% share), Gujarat (over 2 crore, with 9% share), and West Bengal and Rajasthan (each with over 1.3 crore, 6% share). Collectively, these five states account for nearly half of all investor accounts, while the top ten states contribute close to three-fourths of the total. 

Assam has witnessed a sharp rise in investor participation, with 25.9 lakh registered investors on NSE as of June 30th, 2025. The state’s rank improved from 21 in FY20 to 16 in FY25, with female investors comprising 29.6% as of June 30th—the sixth highest among all Indian states. 

A growing share of market participants are young and first-time investors. To support their investment journey, SEBI and NSE have launched large-scale awareness initiatives on risk management, fraud prevention, or long-term investment principles. NSE has substantially expanded its efforts in this area over the past five years. The number of Investor Awareness Programs (IAPs) conducted by NSE has grown fourfold—from 3,504 in FY20 to 14,679 in FY25—reaching over 8 lakh participants across all states and union territories. NSE’s Investor Protection Fund (IPF) has increased by over 22% year-on-year to Rs 2,573 crore as of June 30^th, 2025.

This focus on investor education has become even more critical in the context of significant wealth creation in Indian equity markets. Over the past five years, the Nifty 50 and Nifty 500 have delivered strong annualised returns of over 17% and 20%, respectively. India’s surge 

in retail investor growth is propelled by digitization, fintech access, growing middle class and supportive policy measures under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and Hon’ble Finance Minister Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman.

Shri Sriram Krishnan, Chief Business Development Officer, NSE said: “The Exchange has crossed another major threshold, adding a crore investor accounts in just about three months after crossing the 22-crore mark (220 million) in April 2025. This momentum reflects the deepening trust in India’s capital markets and the resilience of investor sentiment amid global economic uncertainty. The expansion has been powered by rapid digitalization and the widespread uptake of mobile-based trading solutions, which have significantly lowered entry barriers for investors, particularly across smaller cities and semi-urban centres. It also highlights the effectiveness of targeted policy and institutional efforts—ranging from streamlined onboarding to financial literacy drives—in fostering broader market inclusion. With more people investing in equities, ETFs, REITs, InvITs, and debt instruments, this milestone also enables a more diversified and accessible investment landscape through technology.”

School Teacher, Two Others Held for Alleged Sexual Assault on 14-Year-Old Class 7 Student

Police in Gyalshing district have arrested a school teacher and two others for allegedly sexually assaulting a 14-year-old Class 7 student.

The case came to light after the headmistress of the school lodged a formal complaint with the Gyalshing Police on July 14, following the victim’s account of repeated sexual abuse by the accused.

Acting swiftly, police apprehended all three accused and booked them under relevant sections of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act.

Further investigation is currently underway.

A state-level review meeting on the implementation of the newly enacted criminal laws—the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA)—was held today at Samman Bhawan. These laws, which came into effect in July last year, mark a significant shift in India’s criminal justice framework.

The meeting also witnessed the official launch of the “Compendium of Notifications, Rules, and SOPs on New Criminal Laws,” a comprehensive reference guide aimed at aiding smooth and effective enforcement.

Chief Minister addressed the gathering, underscoring the importance of these legal reforms and their long-term relevance in enhancing public safety, security, and legal clarity. He also shared constructive suggestions to streamline implementation and minimize transitional challenges for law enforcement agencies and citizens alike.

The Chief Minister extended his congratulations to the officials involved in the meticulous compilation of the compendium, commending their expertise and commitment to strengthening the legal system.

The Nepali Sahitya Parishad Sikkim has decided to postpone the main celebration of the 211th Bhanu Jayanti, originally scheduled for July 13, following the demise of renowned writer and Padma Shri awardee Sanu Lama.

The celebration will now be limited to a floral tribute at Bhanu Udyan, while all major literary and cultural programmes—including the felicitation ceremony at Manan Kendra—have been cancelled. The awards and honours originally planned for Bhanu Jayanti will now be presented on Language Recognition Day, the Parishad confirmed.

An emergency meeting of the Bhanu Jayanti Celebration Committee was convened today at the Parishad’s office in Jeewan Thing Marg, chaired by President Hari Dhungel. The meeting expressed profound grief over the passing of Sanu Lama, who was not only a towering figure in Indian Nepali literature but also a former president of the Parishad. Members paid homage to his enduring legacy with heartfelt tributes.

The Parishad has urged literary institutions and well-wishers to join in remembering Lama’s contributions as a celebrated short story writer, lyricist, and literary leader.