RBI clarifies FCNR(B) loan, SBLC eligibility under swap schemeIndian banks can now offer loans to non-residents and issue standby letters of credit against FCNR(B) deposits under a new RBI swap facilit...
23 Jun, 2026, 06.53 PM IST
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 allows guarantee cover for TReDS financing in fresh directionsThe Reserve Bank of India has enhanced credit access for MSMEs by allowing financiers on TReDS platforms to secure guarantee cover for fina...
23 Jun, 2026, 05.40 PM IST
RBI Governor asks banks to treat MSMEs as growth partnersRBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra urged banks to embrace digital transformation and view MSMEs as vital partners, not just compliance. Speaking ...
23 Jun, 2026, 12.59 AM IST
RBI sold net $8.9 billion in April, gold holdings unchangedThe Reserve Bank of India engaged vigorously in the forex market in April, offloading a net amount of $8.94 billion to protect the rupee fr...
22 Jun, 2026, 08.14 PM IST
MSMEs nursery of entrepreneurship, key to Viksit Bharat vision: RBI Guv Sanjay MalhotraRBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra lauded MSMEs as crucial for India's growth, highlighting their role in entrepreneurship and employment. He not...
22 Jun, 2026, 05.53 PM IST
MSMEs are India's entrepreneurship nursery, RBI to continue strong support: Governor MalhotraEmphasising the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) continued committment to the MSME sector, RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra on Sunday described Micr...
22 Jun, 2026, 12.07 PM IST
Early signs of stress emerge in MSME loans as West Asia disruptions worry banks: ReportLenders are concerned about the ripple effects of the West Asia conflict, which has disrupted supply chains and increased input costs for b...
22 Jun, 2026, 11.24 AM IST
ITR filing AY 2026-27: 8 costly mistakes taxpayers should avoid this tax return filing seasonThe I-T Department’s growing scrutiny, using AI and data analytics tools, leaves little room for omissions and errors, making accurate tax ...
22 Jun, 2026, 09.25 AM IST
Banks seek RBI clarity on leveraged NRI FCNR deposit structuresIndian banks are seeking clarity from the RBI on allowing overseas branches to lend to non-residents for FCNR(B) deposits. Some lenders, li...
22 Jun, 2026, 05.30 AM IST
Indian banks turn cautious on MSME lending as stress signals emerge: ReportIndian banks are becoming more cautious about lending to MSMEs as early signs of stress emerge in the sector. According to a 360 ONE Capita...
21 Jun, 2026, 11.41 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
Saturday bank holiday: Are banks open or closed today on June 20, 2026?Bank holiday: Indian banks operate on a mixed schedule, with closures on Sundays and the second/fourth Saturdays. While many services are d...
20 Jun, 2026, 07.00 AM IST
RBI revises Kisan Credit Card norms, standardises crop season definitionThe Reserve Bank has revamped the Kisan Credit Card (KCC) Scheme, standardizing crop season definitions for uniform loan sanctions and repa...
19 Jun, 2026, 09.24 PM IST
OpenAI introduces enhanced usage analytics, AI spending controls for ChatGPT EnterpriseThe new features aim to help manage costs and track credit usage, as growing adoption of the AI tools by power users in enterprises has d...
19 Jun, 2026, 07.42 AM IST
RBI cancels licence of Karnataka-based Shree Mahalaxmi Urban Co-operative Credit BankThe Reserve Bank of India has cancelled the banking license of Karnataka-based Shree Mahalaxmi Urban Co-operative Credit Bank due to its de...
18 Jun, 2026, 04.42 PM IST
Digital systems secure, says Axis Bank amid AI platform-driven vulnerability claims on cybersecurityAxis Bank assures its digital systems are secure. The bank states cyber fraud largely occurs when customers are tricked by external communi...
17 Jun, 2026, 07.05 PM IST