<h1>Panel Recommends Simplified Claims Process for Small Security Refunds and Dividends to Speed Investor Relief</h1> A government investor-protection authority convened a multi-stakeholder committee including ministry officials, the securities regulator, professional accounting and company-secretary bodies, industry chambers and registrar representatives to recommend simplified documentation for low-value claims. The committee proposed streamlined procedures for refunds of physical securities up to Rs.5 lakh, dematerialized securities up to Rs.15 lakh, and dividends up to Rs.10,000 to reduce processing time, increase transparency and ease access for investors. If adopted by the authority, the measures would apply to the specified low-value categories to facilitate faster, less burdensome claim settlements.