The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) is set to implement significant changes aimed at enhancing market participation and efficiency. Starting January 31, 2024, SEBI will extend the T+0 settlement system to the top 500 stocks, which is expected to improve liquidity, expedite trade closures, and mitigate counterparty risks. Additionally, SEBI plans to conduct a nationwide survey to increase capital market participation and raise risk awareness among investors. Furthermore, the regulatory body has proposed the expansion of algorithmic trading to retail investors, accompanied by necessary safeguards to ensure market integrity and investor protection.