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Fema / RBI : Explains RBI's cancellation of 135 NBFC registrations under Section 45-IA, the SBR framework, cancellation grounds and the regulat...
Fema / RBI : RBI's draft guidance highlights Board oversight, data governance and accountability as key foundations for responsible AI adoption...
Fema / RBI : Know the FLA Return filing requirement under FEMA, due date, FLAIR portal process, reporting rules, revisions and key compliance r...
Fema / RBI : FEMA Compounding Rules, 2024, RBI Directions and April 2025 amendments revise compounding, digital filing, jurisdictional limits a...
Fema / RBI : Explains NRI and resident status under FEMA, Section 3 restrictions, current and capital account transactions, and examples of per...
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 : Bombay HC permitted withdrawal of wilful defaulter orders and directed fresh proceedings after disclosure of relevant material, pe...
Fema / RBI : Calcutta HC permitted the borrower to file a fresh RBI Ombudsman complaint in the prescribed format and directed its consideration...
Fema / RBI : Calcutta HC directed completion of liquidation of 32 banking companies within six months with periodic reporting to RBI....
Fema / RBI : The Karnataka High Court upheld the Appellate Tribunal's finding that the respondents satisfied the definition of person resident ...
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 : RBI released draft data governance guidance for regulated entities, inviting comments by August 17, 2026, on governance, data qual...
Fema / RBI : RBI consolidates SRVA instructions, supersedes earlier circulars, permits FEMA transactions through SRVAs, and updates reporting w...
Fema / RBI : RBI amends Local Area Bank Directions on SNFA income recognition, reversal of unrealised income and accounting treatment, effectiv...
Fema / RBI : RBI amends RRB income recognition norms for SNFAs, prescribing treatment of unrealised income and realised receipts from October 1...
Fema / RBI : RBI amends income recognition norms for SNFAs, requiring reversal of unrealised income and prescribing accounting treatment from O...
The issue addressed was the need for a consolidated regulatory framework for UCB credit operations. The key takeaway is that RBI has standardised credit norms to ensure stability, depositor protection, and consistent lending practices.
The RBI’s 2025 Directions mandate proper classification, valuation, and operation of Payments Banks’ investments, ensuring stronger portfolio governance and financial stability.
Explains the 2025 RBI directions consolidating rules on ethical practices, customer service, and fair treatment in Small Finance Banks.
RBI introduces a comprehensive framework governing issuance, conduct, security, and co-branding of debit cards by Payments Banks. The Directions strengthen customer protection, transparency, and operational discipline.
Explains the 2025 RBI directions mandating stricter customer identification and transaction monitoring to combat money laundering and terrorist financing.
The RBI introduces strict standards on risk retention, liquidity facilities, and accounting treatment for securitised assets. It restricts SFBs to acting only as originators and mandates stronger disclosure and governance norms. The move aims to curb implicit support and enhance prudential discipline.
RBI Directions promote diversified ownership and limit concentration of control. Detailed application, due diligence, and compliance reporting safeguard the banking sector from financial and governance risks.
RBI’s 2025 Directions establish a clear framework for voluntary amalgamation of UCBs, focusing on depositor protection, capital adequacy, and regulatory approval.
RBI introduces a comprehensive framework mandating uniform, transparent, and non-negotiable interest rates for Payments Banks. The Directions clarify rules for savings deposits, prohibit inducements, and repeal earlier guidelines.
RBI introduces flexible on-tap licensing for Small Finance Banks to boost financial inclusion, regulate promoters, and ensure robust banking operations.
