Fema / RBI : The article explains how the RBI's Sixth Amendment widens SNRR account usage through IFSC branches while clarifying that it does n...
Fema / RBI : RBI has issued FAQs explaining how banks should implement swap facilities for FCNR(B) deposits, ECBs, and OFCBs. The clarification...
Fema / RBI : The article explains RBI’s decision to reduce the export proceeds realization period from 15 months to 9 months and its impact o...
Fema / RBI : The 2026 FEMA amendment removes uncertainty surrounding INR borrowings by resident individuals from NRIs and OCI relatives. The RB...
Fema / RBI : The issue concerns alternative settlement mechanisms for international trade. The framework allows INR-based transactions with fle...
Fema / RBI : BCAS submits comments on RBI’s draft External Commercial Borrowings (ECB) regulations, seeking clarity on eligibility, KYC norms...
Fema / RBI : Explore the latest Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) policy amendments in Indias space sector. Understand the changes in caps, entry...
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...
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...
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...
Fema / RBI : Directorate of Enforcement Vs. Subhash Muljimal Gandhi ( Delhi HC)- that interest at the rate of 6% per annum under Rule 8 could ...
Fema / RBI : Ketan V. Parekh Vs. Special Director, Directorate of Enforcement and another (Supreme Court)- Ketan Parikh, Kartik Parikh and M/s....
Fema / RBI : Binod Kumar Versus State of Jharkhand & Others- In the impugned judgment, it is mentioned that the basic allegation is amassing of...
Fema / RBI : Foreign exchange --Contravention of provisions of Act--Liable to prosecution as well as penalty by adjudicating officer--Proceedin...
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...
Fema / RBI : The RBI has withdrawn non-operative FEMA circulars after reviewing directives issued since June 2000. The ruling helps Authorised ...
Fema / RBI : RBI has rationalised FEMA reporting by introducing revised return formats, discontinuing several reports, and easing compliance re...
Fema / RBI : RBI has allowed Authorised Dealer Category-I banks to exclude hedged positions arising from FCNR(B) deposits, ECBs, and OFCBs whil...
Fema / RBI : The RBI has directed all AD Category-I banks to submit daily data on FCNR(B) deposits, ECBs, and OFCBs mobilized under its swap fa...
Fema / RBI : RBI's Sixth Amendment to the FEMA Deposit Regulations broadens the scope of SNRR accounts by permitting IFSC branches to maintain ...
RBI has permitted AD Category-I banks to exclude swap positions arising from FCNR(B) deposits, ECBs and OFCBs from NOP-INR calculations. The move supports participation in RBI’s new swap facilities without breaching exposure limits.
RBI has launched a US Dollar-Rupee swap facility for eligible PSU external commercial borrowings and overseas foreign currency borrowings. The scheme enables banks to hedge qualifying inflows through RBI at a fixed swap cost.
RBI introduced a US Dollar-Rupee swap facility for fresh FCNR(B) deposits with tenors of three to five years. The scheme enables banks to swap eligible deposits with RBI, supporting foreign currency deposit mobilization and liquidity management.
RBI has withdrawn key investment restrictions applicable to FPIs investing in Government Securities under the General Route. The amendment is aimed at improving ease of investment and attracting greater foreign participation.
RBI has mandated that specified FEMA-related statements be filed through the Centralized Information Management System (CIMS) from June 30, 2026. AD Category-I banks must use designated return codes and submit NIL reports where applicable.
RBI has amended FEMA export regulations to reduce the time available for realization and repatriation of export proceeds from 15 months to 9 months. Exporters must now ensure faster receipt of export earnings and stricter compliance with foreign exchange rules.
The RBI has amended FEMA Cross Border Merger Regulations by replacing references to NCLT with the broader term Competent Authority. The change ensures that merger approvals granted by any authority empowered under the Companies Act are recognized under FEMA.
The 2026 FEMA amendment removes uncertainty surrounding INR borrowings by resident individuals from NRIs and OCI relatives. The RBI has now prescribed clear conditions relating to fund receipt channels and repayment rules.
RBI has notified Foreign Exchange Management (Authorised Persons) Regulations, 2026 to streamline authorisation norms under FEMA. Revised framework seeks to improve foreign exchange service delivery while reducing compliance burdens for authorised entities.
The issue involved foreign investment limits in the insurance sector under FEMA regulations. The amendment allows up to 100% FDI under the automatic route, subject to regulatory compliance. The change aims to boost foreign participation while ensuring oversight.
