ET Analysis: RBI’s FCNR U-turn dents policy certaintyThe RBI’s early closure of its special FCNR(B) deposit swap window has raised concerns over policy certainty. Banks had mobilised $52.3 bil...
Pesky call complaints rise steadily since 2022, over 82% against unregistered telemarketers, Governments tells ParliamentGrievances against pesky calls and messages have risen significantly since 2022. Most complaints are filed against unregistered telemarkete...
NPS for NRIs: Who can invest, tax benefits, eligibility, withdrawal rules explainedNon-Resident Indians have the opportunity to secure their retirement through investment in the National Pension System (NPS). This program ...
Explained: Sebi proposes MF-PMS framework model with entry fee at Rs 25 lakh. Who stands to benefit?SEBI has proposed a major revamp of the Portfolio Management Services (PMS) framework, including the launch of a new mutual fund-only PMS (...
RBI tightens governance framework, redefines bank board responsibilitiesThe RBI has revised bank board governance norms, effective October 1. Boards will now focus on strategy and risk oversight, delegating oper...
RBI imposes Rs 66.7 lakh penalty on Bank of Baroda, GIC Housing FinanceThe Reserve Bank of India has levied significant penalties on Bank of Baroda and GIC Housing Finance for regulatory breaches. Bank of Barod...
UAE central bank restrictions may dampen NRI dollar mobilisationNew UAE Central Bank rules are creating hurdles for Indian banks seeking to attract NRI dollar deposits. Restrictions on representative off...
Nixi launches AI portal for '.in' domainsNixi has unveiled an AI-powered platform to bolster .in domain security and detect suspicious websites. This initiative, alongside new port...
PFRDA tightens NPS audit rules: Pension body orders regular audit checks for PoP service providersThe Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority now requires Points of Presence offering National Pension System services to undergo ...
Sebi plans to ease KYC rules for FPIs, offer more clarity to global capitalIndia’s financial watchdog, Sebi, is gearing up to make the investment terrain more inviting for foreign investors by reforming the Know Yo...
RBI’s stricter KYC rules may slow merchant onboarding 90%: expertsThe new rules will be applicable to existing payment aggregators such as Razorpay, Cashfree, and PayU, card payment companies, such as Pine...
RBI eases compliance norms for customer KYC verifications“Keeping in view the covid-related restrictions in various parts of the country, regulated entities are being advised that for the customer...
Domestic custodians oppose Khan panel’s stand on KYC normCustodians are market institutions that hold and protect securities on behalf of their clients.
Many don't have bank A/c; KYC norms need a relook: Raghuram RajanRaghuram Rajan today said it is shameful that so many people in India don't have access to banking, and emphasised the need to make KYC nor...
Will tweak KYC norms if required: ChakrabartyRBI Deputy Governor K C Chakrabarty today said the central bank may introduce some corrective measures in KYC norms .
- KYC norms for SHGs eased, all members need not be verified
The KYC guidelines have been formulated to protect the financial system against threat of money laundering/terror financing and frauds.
- Telecom companies can save Rs 1000 crore by using Aadhar as KYC norm
UIDAI study states that paperless Know Your Customer norm using Aadhaar can save substantially by avoiding TERM fines & backend processes.