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Rupee Borrowings by Resident Individuals from NRIs/OCIs: Recent Amendments

Fema / RBI : The 2026 FEMA amendment removes uncertainty surrounding INR borrowings by resident individuals from NRIs and OCI relatives. The RB...

May 6, 2026 765 Views 0 comment Print

International Trade Settlement in Indian Rupees (INR) – RBI FAQs

Fema / RBI : The issue concerns alternative settlement mechanisms for international trade. The framework allows INR-based transactions with fle...

April 17, 2026 5322 Views 0 comment Print

RBI Unifies Export and Import Rules Under New FEMA Regulations

Fema / RBI : The 2026 FEMA Regulations replace the fragmented 2015 framework with a single, consolidated regime for goods and services. The key...

January 28, 2026 2421 Views 0 comment Print

A Guide To RBI’s Master Direction On DNB Returns Filings

Fema / RBI : Understand RBI's Master Direction on Supervisory Returns for NBFCs. Learn about applicability, definitions, and timelines for vari...

July 5, 2025 12306 Views 0 comment Print

FDI Reporting in Form FC-GPR: Process and Guidelines

Fema / RBI : Learn about the process and documentation required for FDI reporting in Form FC-GPR, including timelines, penalties, and other key...

April 28, 2025 6954 Views 2 comments Print


Latest News


BCAS Feedback on Draft ECB Regulations 2025

Fema / RBI : BCAS submits comments on RBI’s draft External Commercial Borrowings (ECB) regulations, seeking clarity on eligibility, KYC norms...

October 31, 2025 783 Views 0 comment Print

Review of Foreign Direct Investment Policy on Space Sector

Fema / RBI : Explore the latest Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) policy amendments in Indias space sector. Understand the changes in caps, entry...

March 5, 2024 720 Views 0 comment Print

Carrying of INR 10,000 by Non-residents and Residents : RBI Clarifies

Corporate Law : In terms of instructions issued vide A.P. (Dir Series) circular No.45 dated September 16, 2013, the Reserve Bank of India had faci...

September 20, 2013 1042 Views 0 comment Print

Fema – Review of all-in-cost (AIC) on External Commercial Borrowings (ECB) and Trade Credit

Fema / RBI : On a review of the conditions in the global financial markets, it has been decided to continue with the enhanced all-in-cost ceili...

March 31, 2012 1326 Views 0 comment Print

RBI permission no longer required for cut in sanctioned ECB limit

Corporate Law : As per the extant ECB procedures, requests for reduction in the amount of ECB, changes in the drawdown schedule and reduction in t...

February 10, 2012 670 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Judiciary


FEMA – Claim for interest in the nature of compensation for wrongful retention of money is not maintainable

Fema / RBI : Directorate of Enforcement Vs. Subhash Muljimal Gandhi ( Delhi HC)- that interest at the rate of 6% per annum under Rule 8 could ...

February 8, 2012 1620 Views 0 comment Print

SC asks Ketan Ketan Parikh and Co to Deposit deposit 50 percent of penalty imposed for Fema violations

Fema / RBI : Ketan V. Parekh Vs. Special Director, Directorate of Enforcement and another (Supreme Court)- Ketan Parikh, Kartik Parikh and M/s....

November 29, 2011 2908 Views 0 comment Print

Section 45(1A) of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002 – Binod Kumar Versus State of Jharkhand & Others

Fema / RBI : Binod Kumar Versus State of Jharkhand & Others- In the impugned judgment, it is mentioned that the basic allegation is amassing of...

March 29, 2011 4420 Views 0 comment Print

Foreign exchange –Contravention of provisions of Act–Liable to prosecution as well as penalty by adjudicating officer

Fema / RBI : Foreign exchange --Contravention of provisions of Act--Liable to prosecution as well as penalty by adjudicating officer--Proceedin...

February 18, 2011 2473 Views 0 comment Print

Appeal No.: Writ Petition Nos. 23110 & 23558 of 2009, dated: 26.03.2010

Fema / RBI : The relief sought for by the petitioner seeking permission to be accompanied by an advocate of his choice when he appears before t...

March 26, 2010 1204 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Notifications


Issuance of Foreign Exchange Management (Authorised Persons) Regulations, 2026

Fema / RBI : RBI has notified Foreign Exchange Management (Authorised Persons) Regulations, 2026 to streamline authorisation norms under FEMA. ...

May 7, 2026 627 Views 0 comment Print

Foreign Exchange Management (Authorised Persons) Regulations, 2026

Fema / RBI : RBI notified the Foreign Exchange Management (Authorised Persons) Regulations, 2026 introducing revised eligibility, compliance, a...

May 6, 2026 1695 Views 0 comment Print

Foreign Exchange Management (Non-debt Instruments) (Second Amendment) Rules, 2026

Fema / RBI : The issue involved foreign investment limits in the insurance sector under FEMA regulations. The amendment allows up to 100% FDI u...

May 4, 2026 2289 Views 0 comment Print

Foreign Exchange Management (Non-debt Instruments) (Amendment) Rules, 2026

Fema / RBI : The issue involved foreign investment from countries sharing land borders with India. The amendment mandates Government approval f...

May 1, 2026 2415 Views 0 comment Print

RBI Restricts INR Derivative Deals with Related Parties for Authorised Dealers

Fema / RBI : The update prohibits most INR derivative contracts with related entities. Only specific transactions such as cancellations and non...

April 20, 2026 600 Views 0 comment Print


RBI Introduces Guarantee Reporting Framework Due to New FEMA Regulations

April 1, 2026 1587 Views 0 comment Print

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 Made PRAVAAH Portal Mandatory for Overseas Investment Submissions

April 1, 2026 516 Views 0 comment Print

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.

ECB Reporting Rules Revised Due to Clarification on Late Submission Fee Calculation

March 30, 2026 768 Views 0 comment Print

The issue involved ambiguity in calculating late submission fees for ECB returns. The RBI clarified separate treatment of returns and introduced clearer computation rules. The key takeaway is stricter and more transparent penalty calculation.

FEMA Adjudication Limits Revised to Expand Jurisdiction of Enforcement Officers

March 18, 2026 735 Views 0 comment Print

The government amended monetary limits for ED officers handling FEMA cases. It allows broader jurisdiction to improve efficiency in adjudication of foreign exchange violations.

Foreign Currency Above USD 10000 Must Be Declared Under New RBI FEMA Rules

February 23, 2026 1464 Views 0 comment Print

RBI amended FEMA regulations to require a Currency Declaration Form when foreign exchange carried by passengers exceeds prescribed limits. The rule improves transparency in cross-border currency movement.

RBI Revises ECB Reporting Forms Following New FEMA Amendments

February 18, 2026 4587 Views 0 comment Print

The RBI has updated Form ECB 1 and Form ECB 2 under the revised External Commercial Borrowing framework. Authorised Persons must comply with the new reporting formats with immediate effect.

Foreign Exchange Management (Borrowing and Lending) (First Amendment) Regulations, 2026

February 9, 2026 4167 Views 0 comment Print

The amended borrowing regulations restrict use of ECB funds for specified sectors including real estate and securities trading. A revised ECB framework with updated definitions, limits, and reporting norms has been introduced.

RBI Simplifies Voluntary Retention Route for Foreign Debt Investors

February 6, 2026 1488 Views 0 comment Print

The issue was complexity due to separate VRR limits. The takeaway is simplified compliance by merging VRR investments with General Route limits.

RBI Unifies Export and Import Rules Under New FEMA Regulations

January 28, 2026 2421 Views 0 comment Print

The 2026 FEMA Regulations replace the fragmented 2015 framework with a single, consolidated regime for goods and services. The key takeaway is simplified compliance and stronger monitoring of foreign exchange flows.

RBI Revamps Export–Import Rules to Ease FEMA Compliance

January 16, 2026 2022 Views 0 comment Print

A unified FEMA framework now governs goods, services, and merchanting trade. The ruling underscores streamlined procedures and greater operational flexibility for authorised dealers.

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