India, Feb. 27 -- Gold and Silver ETFs are set to witness regulatory changes from April 2026, following a fresh directive from the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI). The proposed framework has sparked discussions among investors, fund houses, and market participants, as it could reshape operational structures, investment norms, and overall dynamics within the precious metals ETF segment.

What Has Changed? India's market regulator, Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), has revised the method used to value gold and silver held by ETFs and mutual fund schemes. Starting April 1, 2026, fund houses will be required to use domestically published spot prices from recognised Indian exchanges instead of relying on internationa...