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What Expanded SNRR Framework Really Changes for Startups with Foreign Investment

Fema / RBI : The article explains how the RBI's Sixth Amendment widens SNRR account usage through IFSC branches while clarifying that it does n...

June 25, 2026 624 Views 0 comment Print

Swap Facility for FCNR (B) deposits, ECBs & OFCBs: FAQs

Fema / RBI : RBI has issued FAQs explaining how banks should implement swap facilities for FCNR(B) deposits, ECBs, and OFCBs. The clarification...

June 24, 2026 486 Views 0 comment Print

FEMA Rule Amended Twice in 7 Months Now Governs GST Refunds & Export Benefits

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...

June 9, 2026 7908 Views 0 comment Print

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 1065 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 5547 Views 0 comment 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 888 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 765 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 1093 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 1338 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 694 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 1668 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 2971 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 4438 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 2494 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 1264 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Notifications


RBI Withdraws Obsolete FEMA Circulars Due to Regulatory Rationalisation

Fema / RBI : The RBI has withdrawn non-operative FEMA circulars after reviewing directives issued since June 2000. The ruling helps Authorised ...

June 24, 2026 354 Views 0 comment Print

RBI Simplifies FEMA Reporting Requirements for Authorised Persons

Fema / RBI : RBI has rationalised FEMA reporting by introducing revised return formats, discontinuing several reports, and easing compliance re...

June 24, 2026 414 Views 0 comment Print

RBI allows Exclusion of Hedged FCNR(B), ECB & OFCB Positions from NOOP

Fema / RBI : RBI has allowed Authorised Dealer Category-I banks to exclude hedged positions arising from FCNR(B) deposits, ECBs, and OFCBs whil...

June 23, 2026 444 Views 0 comment Print

Reporting of FCNR (B) Deposits, ECB & OFCB mobilized under RBI’s Swap Facility

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...

June 19, 2026 447 Views 0 comment Print

RBI Expands SNRR Account Framework Through FEMA Deposit Sixth Amendment

Fema / RBI : RBI's Sixth Amendment to the FEMA Deposit Regulations broadens the scope of SNRR accounts by permitting IFSC branches to maintain ...

June 18, 2026 486 Views 0 comment Print


RBI relaxes FEMA regulations to encourage rupee use for cross border Transactions

January 18, 2025 2064 Views 0 comment Print

Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has introduced a series of regulatory amendments to encourage the use of the Indian Rupee in cross-border transactions. These changes, notified through various amendments to the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA), aim to simplify foreign exchange practices, provide greater clarity, and promote ease of doing business in India.

Special Non-Resident Rupee Accounts: RBI FAQs

January 17, 2025 3366 Views 0 comment Print

Key regulations for SNRR accounts, covering transaction processes, FEMA compliance, reporting responsibilities, and restrictions on earning interest on balances.

Accounts in India by Non-residents: RBI FAQs

January 17, 2025 9903 Views 2 comments Print

Understand NRI, PIO, SNRR, and other account options in India. Learn key differences, permissible transactions, and regulations for non-residents, diplomats, and investors.

Foreign Currency Accounts by Resident Individuals: RBI FAQs

January 17, 2025 8847 Views 0 comment Print

foreign currency accounts in India, eligibility criteria, transaction rules under FEMA, and updates to principal regulations. Stay informed on compliance.

RBI Revises FEMA Regulations to encourage INR Trade Settlement

January 16, 2025 2415 Views 0 comment Print

RBI updates FEMA regulations to encourage Indian Rupee and local currencies for cross-border transactions. Learn about the revised provisions and benefits.

Foreign Exchange Management (Mode of Payment and Reporting of Non- Debt Instruments) (Third Amendment) Regulations, 2025

January 14, 2025 4950 Views 0 comment Print

RBI revises FEMA regulations on payments and reporting for non-debt instruments. Learn key changes in modes of payment and remittance provisions.

Foreign Exchange Management (Foreign Currency Accounts by a person resident in India) (Fifth Amendment) Regulations, 2025

January 14, 2025 3594 Views 0 comment Print

RBI amends Foreign Exchange Management Regulations, enabling Indian exporters to hold foreign currency accounts abroad for export realisations and import payments.

Foreign Exchange Management (Deposit) (Fifth Amendment) Regulations, 2025

January 14, 2025 3966 Views 0 comment Print

RBI amends FEMA Deposit Regulations, allowing SNRR accounts abroad and facilitating fund transfers between repatriable Rupee accounts for bona fide transactions.

Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Rules, 2024

December 31, 2024 3600 Views 0 comment Print

Ministry of Home Affairs amends Foreign Contribution rules with changes to carry forward unspent administrative expenses and updated reporting in Form FC-4.

RBI Increases Interest Rate Ceilings for FCNR Deposits

December 6, 2024 1110 Views 0 comment Print

RBI raises interest rate ceilings on FCNR(B) deposits for banks effective December 6, 2024, offering higher rates till March 31, 2025.

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