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RBI’s NBFC Exemption: Unlocking a Surge of Specialized Lenders?

Fema / RBI : RBI plans to ease registration norms for low-risk NBFCs to reduce compliance burden. The move aims to encourage innovation while m...

April 13, 2026 240 Views 0 comment Print

Analysis of Notifications and Circulars for Week Ending 12th April 2026

CA, CS, CMA : CBDT corrected multiple ITR forms to fix structural and computational errors. The update ensures accurate tax reporting and reduce...

April 13, 2026 2208 Views 0 comment Print

Bank Liability in Digital Payment Fraud: Is India’s Legal Framework Adequate?

Fema / RBI : The issue concerns liability in unauthorised digital transactions. The ruling insight highlights that absence of a clear definitio...

April 10, 2026 414 Views 0 comment Print

RBI Monetary Policy April 2026 – Key Rates and Measures

Fema / RBI : The RBI maintained key policy rates unchanged, signaling confidence in economic stability and controlled inflation. The decision r...

April 9, 2026 1755 Views 0 comment Print

Analysis of Notifications and Circulars for Week Ending 5th April 2026

CA, CS, CMA : The latest amendments aim to simplify compliance and promote investment while reducing penalties. The update signals a major shift...

April 9, 2026 1245 Views 0 comment Print


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Draft RBI (Local Area Banks – Financial Statements: Presentation and Disclosures) Third Amendment Directions, 2026

Fema / RBI : The amendment redefines revenue reserves by excluding provisions for liabilities and depreciation. This ensures clearer classifica...

April 9, 2026 201 Views 0 comment Print

Draft RBI (Commercial Banks – Financial Statements: Presentation and Disclosures) Sixth Amendment Directions, 2026

Fema / RBI : RBI revises the definition of revenue reserves to exclude provisions and liabilities. The change enhances transparency and consist...

April 9, 2026 225 Views 0 comment Print

Draft RBI (Commercial Banks – Prudential Norms on Capital Adequacy) Fifth Amendment Directions, 2026

Fema / RBI : The Reserve Bank of India has removed a key provision from capital adequacy norms to ensure consistency with updated investment ru...

April 9, 2026 195 Views 0 comment Print

Draft RBI (Regional Rural Banks – Classification, Valuation, and Operation of Investment Portfolio) Amendment Directions, 2026

Fema / RBI : RBI introduces annual IFR assessment instead of continuous compliance for RRBs. The change reduces operational burden while mainta...

April 9, 2026 201 Views 0 comment Print

Draft RBI (Rural Co-operative Banks – Classification, Valuation & Operation of Investment Portfolio) Amendment Directions, 2026

Fema / RBI : The Reserve Bank of India has proposed a clear 5% IFR requirement for rural co-operative banks’ current investments. This change...

April 9, 2026 123 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Judiciary


Calcutta HC Quashed Wilful Defaulter Tag for Non-Executive Director Due to RBI Clause Breach

Fema / RBI : The court held that failure to apply Clause 3(d) of the RBI Master Circular invalidated the wilful defaulter declaration. Non-Exec...

January 19, 2026 438 Views 0 comment Print

Banks Cannot Rely on Assumed Negligence in Cyber Fraud Cases: HC Directs Refund to Customer

Corporate Law : The court held that Ombudsman’s finding of customer negligence was unsustainable and directed bank to refund disputed amount. Th...

December 8, 2025 894 Views 0 comment Print

No Relief Under RBI Cyber-Fraud Circular When Customer Negligence Is Established: Allahabad HC

Corporate Law : Court ruled that protections under the RBI Circular apply only to third-party breaches and cannot be invoked to recast personal tr...

December 8, 2025 753 Views 0 comment Print

Rajasthan HC Stays ₹7 Cr Deposit Over RBI OTS Non-Compliance

Fema / RBI : Rajasthan High Court stays a ₹7 crore deposit for Tijaria Polypipes' OTS, directing Bank of India to comply with RBI circulars a...

July 18, 2025 492 Views 1 comment Print

RBI asks NBFCs to stick to Rs 20,000 cash loan pay-out limit

Fema / RBI : RBI directs NBFCs to adhere to a Rs 20,000 cash loan disbursement limit, aiming to regulate cash transactions and enforce complian...

May 21, 2024 2217 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Notifications


RBI (Non-Banking Financial Companies – Branch Authorisation) Amendment Directions, 2026

Fema / RBI : The issue involved restrictive branch approval requirements for NBFCs. RBI removed prior approval norms, allowing easier expansion...

April 15, 2026 246 Views 0 comment Print

RBI Invites Comments on Draft Directions for NBFC-UL Identification & Govt NBFC Inclusion

Fema / RBI : The RBI proposes replacing the existing dual methodology with a single asset-based criterion for identifying NBFC-UL entities. The...

April 11, 2026 240 Views 0 comment Print

RBI Seeks Public Comments on Digital Payment Fraud Safeguards Paper

Fema / RBI : The discussion paper addresses increasing APP frauds and proposes preventive safeguards like transaction delays and authentication...

April 11, 2026 324 Views 0 comment Print

Master Direction – RBI (Non-resident Investment in Debt Instruments) Directions, 2025 – amendment

Fema / RBI : The issue was fragmented regulations on NRI debt investments. RBI consolidated and updated directions to streamline compliance und...

April 11, 2026 321 Views 0 comment Print

RBI Assigns Lead Bank Roles for Andhra Pradesh Districts of Polavaram & Markapuram

Fema / RBI : RBI has designated Union Bank of India as the Lead Bank for Polavaram and Markapuram districts. The move ensures smooth banking co...

April 11, 2026 123 Views 0 comment Print


RBI Revises ECB Reporting Forms Following New FEMA Amendments

February 18, 2026 4020 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.

RBI Mandates Unique Transaction Identifier for All OTC Derivatives 1st January 2027

February 18, 2026 483 Views 0 comment Print

The central bank has made UTI generation compulsory for all OTC derivative transactions reported in India from January 1, 2027. The move aims to enhance transparency, global harmonisation, and lifecycle tracking of derivative contracts.

Revised Draft RBI (Housing Finance Companies) Second Amendment Directions, 2026

February 17, 2026 468 Views 0 comment Print

Draft amendment requires HFCs to follow responsible business conduct norms applicable to NBFCs for loan recovery and recovery agents. Existing Fair Practices Code provisions are set to be replaced.

Revised Draft RBI (Non-Banking Financial Companies – Responsible Business Conduct) Second Amendment Directions, 2026

February 17, 2026 1089 Views 0 comment Print

The draft amendment introduces detailed norms on recovery agents, borrower treatment, and grievance redressal. Harsh practices and coercive recovery methods are expressly prohibited.

Revised Draft RBI (All India Financial Institutions – Responsible Business Conduct) Second Amendment Directions, 2026

February 17, 2026 435 Views 0 comment Print

The proposed amendment introduces strict conduct standards for recovery agents and borrower interaction. Harsh practices and coercive methods are expressly prohibited.

Revised Draft RBI (Rural Co-operative Banks – Responsible Business Conduct) Second Amendment Directions, 2026

February 17, 2026 270 Views 0 comment Print

The proposed amendment introduces strict conduct standards for recovery agents and borrower interaction. Harsh recovery practices and coercive methods are expressly prohibited.

Revised Draft RBI (Urban Co-operative Banks – Responsible Business Conduct) Second Amendment Directions, 2026

February 17, 2026 330 Views 0 comment Print

The amendments create a comprehensive framework governing recovery conduct and engagement of recovery agents by UCBs. The key takeaway is enhanced borrower protection and stronger regulatory oversight.

Revised Draft RBI (Regional Rural Banks – Responsible Business Conduct) Second Amendment Directions, 2026

February 17, 2026 693 Views 0 comment Print

The draft amendments introduce a structured framework governing recovery conduct and engagement of recovery agents by RRBs. The key takeaway is stronger borrower protection and stricter compliance obligations for banks.

Revised Draft RBI (Local Area Banks – Responsible Business Conduct) Second Amendment Directions, 2026

February 17, 2026 342 Views 0 comment Print

The draft amendments introduce comprehensive rules governing recovery conduct and engagement of recovery agents by Local Area Banks. The framework mandates due diligence, borrower protection safeguards, and strict prohibition of harsh recovery practices.

Revised Draft RBI (Commercial Banks – Responsible Business Conduct) Second

February 17, 2026 906 Views 0 comment Print

RBI mandates formal training and certification for recovery agents before engagement. The move strengthens accountability and professional standards in debt recovery.

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