RBI has amended IFR maintenance norms for Rural Co-operative Banks after identifying operational difficulties in compliance. The revised framework mandates annual assessment of the reserve based on book value of current category investments.
The 2026 amendment directions modify how Regional Rural Banks must maintain IFR under RBI’s investment portfolio framework. Banks are now required to maintain IFR at a minimum of 2% of HFT and AFS portfolios.
RBI updated the 2025 Capital Adequacy Directions after issuing revised rules on classification, valuation, and operation of investment portfolios. The amendment specifically deletes sub-paragraph 21(i)(b).
The Tribunal held that validity of reopening under Section 148 must be tested on the basis of material available when reassessment proceedings are initiated. Subsequent reduction in additions does not invalidate jurisdiction already assumed.
RBI has amended commercial bank disclosure rules by introducing revised reporting requirements for provisions relating to non-performing investments. The changes aim to enhance transparency and consistency in financial statements.
RBI has amended the financial statement disclosure framework for Local Area Banks by revising reserve definitions and NPI provision reporting requirements. The changes aim to improve transparency and standardization in banking disclosures.
Hyderabad ITAT held that a notice issued under Section 148 after six years from the end of AY 2015-16 was invalid. The Tribunal ruled that the amended 10-year reopening provision cannot revive already time-barred cases.
The Tribunal ruled that an assessment order issued against a deceased taxpayer is invalid even if legal heirs participated in proceedings. Once informed of the death, the department must proceed only against the legal representative.
The Tribunal ruled that delayed filing or incorrect disclosure in Form 67 does not automatically disentitle an assessee from claiming Foreign Tax Credit. Substantial justice must prevail over technical procedural defects.
SEBI clarified that clients under Non-Discretionary PMS can pledge securities held in their demat accounts for personal borrowing. The regulator held that such pledging does not amount to borrowing by the portfolio manager as long as the decision is entirely client-driven.
