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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 has issued comprehensive guidelines combining incentives and penalties for banks in currency management. The move aims to improve customer service, reporting accuracy, and efficiency in currency distribution.
All banknotes must be authenticated through machines before acceptance or circulation under RBI’s new rules. This reduces human error and strengthens counterfeit detection mechanisms.
The issue involved inconsistent practices by banks in accepting coins and defective notes. RBI held that all branches must provide free exchange services without refusal, reinforcing customer rights and compliance obligations.
In response to changing market dynamics, RBI has revised forex derivative rules, banning certain contracts and restricting rebooking. The circular aims to improve market discipline and financial stability.
The RBI extended the time for realisation of export proceeds from nine to fifteen months due to global uncertainties. This decision addresses delays caused by geopolitical tensions and logistical disruptions.
The RBI clarifies which entities must file FLA returns and outlines the complete online filing process. The key takeaway is mandatory compliance for entities with foreign assets or liabilities.
The Appellate Tribunal under SAFEMA held that attachment under PMLA cannot stand without evidence showing flow of tainted funds. The key takeaway is that mere suspicion or indirect linkage is insufficient to sustain attachment.
The RBI postponed implementation of revised capital market exposure norms after banks and intermediaries raised operational concerns. It also issued clarifications to address interpretational issues in acquisition finance and lending rules.
RBI introduced stricter rules for acquisition finance and lending to intermediaries to control risk exposure. The framework ensures prudent lending and financial stability.
RBI revised concentration risk guidelines to include broader exposure categories and stricter limits. The move strengthens risk management and safeguards financial stability.
