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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...
RBI mandates uniform reporting formats, fortnightly data updates, and SHG member reporting for Small Finance Banks to improve credit information accuracy and consumer protection.
RBI mandates clear policies for interest on savings, term, and foreign currency deposits, ensuring transparency, fairness, and board-approved uniformity across commercial banks.
RBI has notified new Directions governing miscellaneous regulatory and operational aspects of RRBs. Certain provisions also apply to sponsor banks, reinforcing shared oversight. The key takeaway is immediate, mandatory compliance across the rural banking framework.
RBI introduces comprehensive 2025 Directions revising CRR and SLR norms for Small Finance Banks, including phased CRR rates, clarified NDTL rules, and updated eligible assets. The framework strengthens liquidity discipline and regulatory reporting.
The rules require realistic repayment schedules, timely renewals, strict monitoring of working capital accounts and mandatory stock audits for large NPAs. The strengthened IRACP norms aim to reduce slippages and ensure sound risk management across the banking sector.
RBI has issued new Directions consolidating customer service and fair conduct norms for RRBs. The rules take effect immediately and aim to strengthen ethical banking practices. The key takeaway is mandatory adherence to unified conduct standards.
RBI’s 2025 Directions overhaul how banks set, benchmark, and reset interest rates on advances. The framework mandates transparent pricing, external benchmarks for key loan categories, and uniform rules for spreads and rate resets.
RBI establishes comprehensive securitisation rules for commercial banks, detailing definitions, asset eligibility, risk assessment, and reporting obligations. The framework ensures prudent risk distribution and market transparency.
The new Directions mandate ethical, transparent, and customer-focused practices for cooperative banks. They aim to strengthen governance and trust in the rural banking system.
RBI has notified comprehensive KYC Directions applicable to all RRBs with immediate effect. The rules aim to prevent money laundering and terrorist financing through stricter customer due diligence and monitoring.
