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Foreign Assets Disclosure Scheme 2026: ₹1 crore limit, 30% tax and December 31 deadline — all you need to knowA new government scheme will open on August 16, 2026, for taxpayers to disclose foreign assets. This one-time voluntary disclosure scheme c...
Govt opens tax disclosure window for foreign assets, incomeThe government has opened a limited window for taxpayers to disclose specified foreign assets and income. Two routes offer eligibility thre...
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...
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....
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...
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...
RBI to close FCNR(B) forex swap facility early after strong dollar inflowThe Reserve Bank of India has closed its special forex swap facility early. This facility attracted significant foreign exchange inflows to...
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...
FCNR (B) FDs offering up to 7.50% interest rate to NRIs, OCIs: These banks offer 6.25% or higher on depositsFCNR (B) interest rate: Government backing for FCNR (B) deposits greatly boosts returns for investors. Presently, banks are providing entic...
Bank deposits hit decade-high growth as NRI dollar inflows cross $37 billionBank deposits saw their fastest growth in nearly ten years by July. Overseas Indians deposited about $37 billion in foreign currency accoun...
Banks continue to garner FCNR deposits at a brisk paceIndian banks are attracting foreign currency deposits at a brisk pace. Indian Bank and Central Bank of India have garnered substantial fore...
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...
Man did not disclose UAE bank account and foreign shares in ITR, I-T dept imposed Rs 1.86 lakh penalty; He escalates the case but ITAT Delhi offers no reliefDubai connection: Man claimed friend sent money to Dubai Emirates NBD bank a/c to start business but didn't disclose foreign assets in Sche...
NRI selling property in India: Should sale proceeds go to an NRE or NRO account? Know repatriation limits and RBI rulesAre you an NRI looking to sell your property in India after relocating abroad? It's essential to understand the process of repatriating you...
India sixth-largest economy at $3.92 trillion nominal GDP in FY26: GovernmentIndia's economy reached sixth globally with a $3.92 trillion GDP in 2025-26. Government strategies focus on agricultural productivity and m...
FCNR (B) FD premature withdrawal rules: Check penalty and interest rate rules of HDFC Bank, SBI, ICICI Bank, Axis Bank, Kotak Mahindra BankFCNR(B) deposits serve as a reliable investment option for NRIs wishing to secure foreign earnings in India. Penalties can differ across in...
French lender's India treasurer pegs rupee floor near 'fair value' of 96 per dollarThe Indian rupee is poised for stability against the dollar throughout this financial year. Initiatives to entice dollar investments and a ...
Govt taps inputs from public sector banks to lure foreign capitalGovernment will meet state-owned lenders to attract foreign investment. This aims to stabilize the rupee and bridge the current-account gap...
Global banks are pulling back credit cards once prized by rich IndiansSeveral offshore banks are becoming reluctant to issue or renew international credit cards for wealthy resident Indians due to India’s 180-...
Loans against FCNR B deposits exempt from priority sectorThe Reserve Bank of India has announced an exemption for loans against specific foreign currency deposits, particularly fresh FCNR(B) and N...