RBI says UPI-linked credit lines must follow same rules as traditional loans; Closes regulatory arbitrageThe Reserve Bank of India has mandated uniform prudential treatment for all credit facilities, including those disbursed via UPI. This move...
23 Jun, 2026, 05.47 PM IST
RBI overhauls Lead Bank Scheme after review, issues new guidelinesThe Reserve Bank of India has revamped the Lead Bank Scheme to boost district-level credit planning and financial inclusion. New guidelines...
21 Jun, 2026, 09.58 PM IST
RBI opens listed Indian equities for foreign investorsThe Reserve Bank of India has opened direct equity investment in listed firms to all foreign individuals, expanding beyond NRIs and OCIs. T...
16 Jun, 2026, 11.14 AM IST
Banks raise NRI deposit rates to draw dollar inflowsIndian banks are offering higher interest rates on foreign currency deposits. This move aims to attract money from overseas residents. The ...
11 Jun, 2026, 09.02 PM IST
RBI proposes unified framework for banks' risk, compliance and audit functionsThe Reserve Bank of India has released a draft framework for bank control and assurance functions. This aims to simplify rules and boost go...
10 Jun, 2026, 09.22 PM IST
Deposits under RBI's latest foreign currency non-resident bank scheme will carry one-year lock-inThe Reserve Bank of India's new FCNR-B scheme offers a one-year lock-in for deposits and mandates non-cancellable swaps for banks. This ini...
09 Jun, 2026, 09.21 AM IST
RBI opens a dollar swap window to help hedge foreign borrowingsThe Reserve Bank of India is introducing a dollar-rupee swap facility for banks. This move aims to help state-run firms and lenders hedge t...
09 Jun, 2026, 12.31 AM IST
PSUs to get concessional forex swaps to boost external borrowingsThe Reserve Bank of India will introduce a special foreign exchange swap facility for public sector undertakings. This initiative aims to e...
06 Jun, 2026, 12.27 AM IST
Four myths about the falling rupee and what India must actually doIndia's rupee is facing pressure from global events. The nation needs a plan to tackle weaknesses that amplify these impacts. Energy indepe...
25 May, 2026, 11.05 PM IST
RBI to infuse liquidity via $5 billion dollar rupee swap auction on May 26The RBI will conduct a $5 billion USD/INR buy-sell swap auction on May 26 to inject long-term liquidity into the banking system and strengt...
20 May, 2026, 09.08 PM IST
Banks seek RBI relief on InvIT lending rules, warn 3-yr track record rule may slow infra monetisation & fresh fundingBanks have asked the Reserve Bank of India to relax new lending rules for Infrastructure Investment Trusts. The proposed three-year operati...
20 May, 2026, 12.38 AM IST
RBI proposes banks to disclose detailed information on capital, risks under Basel Pillar 3The Reserve Bank of India is introducing new rules for banks under Basel III. Lenders will soon publish detailed information quarterly on c...
19 May, 2026, 08.52 PM IST
RBI discontinues investment fluctuation reserve requirement for banksThe Reserve Bank of India has discontinued the Investment Fluctuation Reserve for commercial banks. This change takes effect from May 18, 2...
18 May, 2026, 08.27 PM IST
Why India cannot build a world-class fintech champ yetIndia boasts world-class digital finance but lacks global consumer fintechs. Regulatory hurdles prevent innovation, unlike in markets with ...
18 May, 2026, 05.46 PM IST
RBI eases rules for banks to include quarterly profits in regulatory capitalThe Reserve Bank of India (Commercial Banks - Prudential Norms on Capital Adequacy) Fifth Amendment Directions, 2026 said a bank may reckon...
08 May, 2026, 08.11 PM IST
Noel Tata’s IPO pushback said to trigger internal differences at Tata GroupA rift is emerging within the Tata conglomerate. Noel Tata opposes listing the parent firm, Tata Sons, despite upcoming Reserve Bank of Ind...
07 May, 2026, 12.56 PM IST
Sebi classifies 'significant indices' based on Rs 20,000-cr AUM thresholdSebi has introduced a new framework classifying indices as 'significant' if mutual funds track them with over Rs 20,000 crore in daily aver...
06 May, 2026, 03.05 PM IST