RBI's early FCNR(B) deposit scheme closure 'data-driven' or a policy U-turn? Governor Malhotra explainsRBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra defended the FCNR(B) deposit scheme's early closure. He stated the decision was data-driven and a prudent cali...
20 Aug, 2026, 08.50 AM IST
RBI measures lift FY27 BoP outlook to over $50 bn surplus, CAD seen at 1%: SBI ResearchFCNR(B) deposits: In FY27, India is anticipated to enjoy a balance of payments surplus amounting to USD 50 billion, driven by robust foreig...
18 Aug, 2026, 01.08 PM IST
India bonds sink on RBI's early close of FX swap facilityThe Indian government bond market experienced a dip in demand on Monday, leading to higher yields. In an unexpected move, the central bank ...
17 Aug, 2026, 05.35 PM IST
India bonds dip as RBI's diaspora swap move dents sentimentEarly Monday saw a dip in demand for Indian government bonds following the RBI's closure of its swap window. This decision caused the bench...
17 Aug, 2026, 01.56 PM IST
RBI cuts FX swap window short after NRI deposits cross $50 billionThe Reserve Bank of India shortened its zero-cost FX swap facility for banks. This action followed substantial foreign deposit inflows from...
17 Aug, 2026, 01.12 PM IST
RBI's heavy FX footprint revives memories of a tightly managed rupeeThe Reserve Bank of India has stepped in, providing crucial support for the rupee amidst global economic uncertainties. State-run banks are...
17 Aug, 2026, 11.35 AM IST
Independence Day 2026: How Sensex skyrocketed 8,500% in less than 35 years since 1991 liberalisation reformsIndia’s Sensex has delivered an extraordinary 8,500% gain since the 1991 economic reforms, compounding at about 14% annually. Despite scams...
15 Aug, 2026, 03.30 PM IST
Independence Day 2026: The companies India built for business backbone enter a new chapter2026 Independence Day: India's public sector, initially built for industrial necessity, is now undergoing a significant transformation. The...
15 Aug, 2026, 01.37 PM IST
India’s balance of payments slips into deficit in Q1FY27India faced a significant balance of payments deficit in the first quarter, reaching $8.1 billion. This setback was predominantly due to ca...
15 Aug, 2026, 09.54 AM IST
RBI to close FCNR(B) swaps a month earlier due to gushThe Reserve Bank of India has moved the FCNR(B) deposit deadline to August 31 in response to better-than-expected foreign currency inflows....
15 Aug, 2026, 09.26 AM IST
RBI shortens FCNR (B) deposit swap window to Aug 31The Reserve Bank of India has shortened the swap facility window for FCNR(B) deposits. This decision comes after observing higher-than-expe...
15 Aug, 2026, 12.19 AM IST
India records $8.1 billion deficit in April-June balance of payments, June turns surplusIndia's balance of payments account recorded an $8.1 billion deficit in the first quarter. This shift occurred as overseas investors withdr...
14 Aug, 2026, 09.01 PM IST
Independence Day 2026: A 1968 gold ban that turned every Indian household into an underground vaultIn 1968, the Gold (Control) Act restricted gold ownership and capped jewellery purity at 14 karats to curb imports and conserve foreign exc...
14 Aug, 2026, 07.58 PM IST
FCNR, ECB measures to draw $90-95 bn capital inflows in FY27: ReportConcessional swap windows are expected to draw substantial capital inflows for India. These measures are projected to generate ninety to ni...
14 Aug, 2026, 05.38 PM IST
Central Bank of India mobilises $250 million under FCNR (B) window: CEO Kalyan KumarCentral Bank of India has successfully mobilized $250 million under the RBI's FCNR-B window, surpassing its internal target of $100 million...
12 Aug, 2026, 02.32 PM IST
After a dash for hot dollars, India dives deep for sticky moneyThe government appears to be shifting its focus from attracting short-term foreign capital to securing long-term foreign investment as it s...
10 Aug, 2026, 01.56 PM IST
No case for early closure or extension of swap window: RBIThe Reserve Bank of India will not close the swap window early. Robust foreign currency inflows have strengthened India's balance of paymen...
06 Aug, 2026, 12.56 AM IST