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Fema / RBI : Individuals who receive or transfer funds on behalf of others may face prosecution under various Indian laws. The article explains...
Fema / RBI : RBI has reiterated that software and ITES exporters must submit the annual survey based on the previous financial year. The guidel...
Fema / RBI : RBI requires mutual funds to report foreign liabilities and assets annually for compilation of Balance of Payments and Internation...
Fema / RBI : This article explains why FEMA does not explicitly prohibit round-tripping transactions and how regulators instead control them th...
Fema / RBI : Service exporters must file monthly EDF declarations from October 2026 under new FEMA regulations. Non-compliance may affect eBRC ...
Fema / RBI : RBI has clarified reporting requirements, valuation methods, submission procedures, and entity obligations under the Portfolio Inv...
Fema / RBI : The amendment redefines revenue reserves by excluding provisions for liabilities and depreciation. This ensures clearer classifica...
Fema / RBI : RBI revises the definition of revenue reserves to exclude provisions and liabilities. The change enhances transparency and consist...
Fema / RBI : The Reserve Bank of India has removed a key provision from capital adequacy norms to ensure consistency with updated investment ru...
Fema / RBI : RBI introduces annual IFR assessment instead of continuous compliance for RRBs. The change reduces operational burden while mainta...
Fema / RBI : The key issue was whether cash falls within the definition of property under the PBPT Act. The Tribunal ruled that cash is a tangi...
Fema / RBI : The case examined whether Indian assets could remain seized after foreign asset value was repatriated. The Tribunal ruled that onc...
Fema / RBI : The appellant claimed the disputed funds were received unknowingly and had attempted to return them. The Tribunal granted relief b...
Fema / RBI : The Tribunal held that bank accounts cannot remain frozen merely because the account holder is related to a suspect or under inves...
Fema / RBI : The Tribunal held that retention of seized assets can continue under Section 8(3) when a PMLA prosecution complaint is already pen...
Fema / RBI : RBI amended governance rules for Rural Co-operative Banks after observing that some directors were briefly resigning and returning...
Fema / RBI : RBI amended governance rules for Urban Co-operative Banks after finding directors briefly resigning and rejoining boards to bypass...
Fema / RBI : RBI issued revised draft directions to regulate recovery practices of banks, NBFCs, and other regulated entities. The framework pr...
Fema / RBI : RBI has released draft amendment directions for commercial and small finance banks to strengthen Pillar 3 disclosures under Basel ...
Fema / RBI : RBI has abolished the mandatory Investment Fluctuation Reserve requirement for commercial banks following changes in market risk a...
The RBI retained existing limits for FPI investments in G-Secs, SGSs, and corporate bonds. The decision ensures stability in foreign investment policy. It maintains consistency in debt market regulations.
RBI proposes a revamped Business Correspondent framework with clearer classifications and simplified norms. The draft aims to enhance financial inclusion and improve service delivery in rural areas.
Foreign liaison offices face RD-1 filing issues as MCA treats FC-4 acceptance as sufficient for calendar year adoption, creating compliance uncertainty.
The Supreme Court held that where the Competent Authority finds no basis for seizure, the foundation of the SCN collapses. It ruled that proceedings cannot continue without jurisdictional facts.
RBI now permits residents to exchange Indian Rupees at forex counters located beyond immigration in airport departure areas. This move enhances convenience for outbound travelers by enabling last-minute currency exchange.
The RBI updated operational rules for Floating Rate Savings Bonds under statutory powers. The revised framework governs issuance, servicing, and investor-related processes.
RBI directs banks and financial institutions to act on a newly added UNSC sanctions entry under UAPA provisions. The circular emphasizes freezing accounts and ensuring no financial access to listed individuals linked to terrorism.
RBI mandated structured reporting of guarantees using specified forms under FEMA 2026 regulations. The circular ensures standardised compliance and timely disclosures. The key takeaway is mandatory reporting through authorised channels within prescribed timelines.
RBI shifted processing of overseas investment references from central office to regional offices. This change aims to improve efficiency and reduce processing delays. The key takeaway is decentralised handling based on UIN mapping.
The Government clarified that offshore forex platforms operating without RBI authorization are illegal. Investors are advised to trade only through approved entities to avoid financial risks.
