RBI invites public comments on draft rules to standardise how lenders set interest ratesThe Reserve Bank of India has proposed new rules for loan interest rates. These directions aim to harmonize lending practices across variou...
12 Aug, 2026, 10.37 PM IST
Banks welcome RBI's steady rates, see boost to credit growthThe Reserve Bank of India kept its benchmark repo rate steady at 5.25 percent. It also raised its economic growth forecast and lowered infl...
06 Aug, 2026, 02.09 PM IST
RBI holds repo rate at 5.25%, raises FY27 growth forecast, cuts inflation outlookThe RBI kept the repo rate unchanged at 5.25% for the fourth straight policy review, retained its neutral stance, raised its FY27 growth fo...
06 Aug, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
Lower real interest rates have not hurt deposit growth in India: SBI ResearchDeposit growth in India improved despite declining real interest rates, according to an SBI Ecowrap report. The report noted that deposit m...
05 Aug, 2026, 06.26 PM IST
India needs more world-class exhibition infrastructure, say experts on sidelines of Singapore industry forumThe experts, who spoke at the sidelines of an industry event in Singapore, argued that partnerships between Indian companies and internatio...
05 Aug, 2026, 01.51 PM IST
RBI to resume urban cooperative banks' licensing after 22-year pause, review rural bank rulesThe Reserve Bank of India will resume urban cooperative bank licensing after a 22-year pause. A comprehensive review of credit monitoring f...
05 Aug, 2026, 12.44 PM IST
Banks mobilise $27.99 billion via FCNR deposits since RBI introduced USD-rupee forex swap facilityBanks have mobilized USD 27.99 billion from non-resident Indians through a forex swap facility. Domestic payment frauds across all banks am...
03 Aug, 2026, 06.23 PM IST
Assam Cabinet approves stamp duty waiver for SHG loans up to Rs 10 lakh, clears MBBS admission rule changesAssam's cabinet approved waiving stamp duty on loans for SHG members up to ten lakhs. New rules will govern Ayurvedic medical officers' rec...
25 Jul, 2026, 11.27 PM IST
RBI proposes stricter data governance framework for banks, NBFCs; seeks feedback by Aug 17The Reserve Bank of India has proposed a new data governance framework. This framework aims to strengthen data risk management for financia...
16 Jul, 2026, 12.38 PM IST
If FIIs return, they tend to see it first. 15 stocks from financial services ecosystem, with upside potential as low as 3% to as high as 28%Financial services is where FIIs go when they turn positive on India. History shows us that much of the money goes to banks, and the wider ...
08 Jul, 2026, 04.21 PM IST
Indonesia looking to gain from India's developmental success storiesIndonesia is increasingly viewing India as a key partner for technology, policy, and development solutions. Prime Minister Modi's upcoming ...
05 Jul, 2026, 08.24 PM IST
NABARD plans credit boost for agriculture through revised unit cost frameworkThe revisions reflect current market prices and technological advancements, promoting realistic project financing and encouraging sustainab...
04 Jul, 2026, 10.24 AM IST
"Complete dominance over terrorism in Kashmir, North-East became peaceful under PM's tenure": Amit ShahUnion Home Minister Amit Shah lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, highlighting significant advancements in national security,...
20 Jun, 2026, 07.53 PM IST
Mizoram CM Lalduhoma highlights role of externally aided projects in Northeast development at Shillong seminarMizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma said externally aided projects not only provide financial assistance but also bring valuable technical exp...
19 Jun, 2026, 05.49 PM IST
Tamil Nadu DCCB housing loan up to Rs 10 lakh: Check eligibility, how to apply, documents needed and moreTN DCCB house loan: Tamil Nadu residents can now access housing loans up to Rs 10 lakh. The scheme, offered through District Central Cooper...
12 Jun, 2026, 03.26 PM IST
RBI expresses concern on elevated NPAs of urban cooperative banksThe Reserve Bank of India (RBI) expressed concern about high levels of gross non-performing assets (NPAs) in urban cooperative banks despit...
27 Dec, 2023, 08.44 PM IST
RBI relaxing Coop bank lending norms to give a boost to Centre's affordable housing plan, says ShahReferring to the RBI decision to allow Rural Cooperative Banks (RCBs) to lend to the commercial real estate and residential housing sector,...
10 Jun, 2022, 12.56 AM IST