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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


Beyond Redressal: How 2026 RBI Ombudsman Updates are Institutionalising Customer Trust

February 11, 2026 627 Views 0 comment Print

The new RBI framework requires Internal Ombudsman concurrence for complaint rejections, strengthening governance and customer protection in NBFCs.

RBI Withdraws 2021 Grievance Redress Circular After Regulatory Overhaul

February 11, 2026 768 Views 0 comment Print

The RBI has withdrawn its 2021 circular on grievance redress mechanisms following updated disclosure norms and enhanced ombudsman compensation powers. Banks must still maintain robust grievance systems under existing regulations.

RBI Issues Draft Amendment Directions for ‘Advertising, Marketing and Sales of Financial Products and Services by Regulated Entities’

February 11, 2026 642 Views 0 comment Print

RBI has issued draft amendment directions covering advertising, marketing, DSAs, mis-selling, and dark patterns. The proposals apply to all banks, NBFCs, and financial institutions.

What to check before making deposits with NBFCs & FAQ

February 11, 2026 5237 Views 1 comment Print

RBI advises public to check NBFC registration & authorization before depositing. Verify on RBI website & be cautious of high returns.

RBI Tightens Exposure Norms for Urban Co-op Banks

February 11, 2026 684 Views 0 comment Print

RBI’s 2025 Directions cap borrower and group exposures, tighten unsecured loan norms, and mandate portfolio diversification. The move strengthens concentration risk management and capital alignment for UCBs.

RBI Proposes Higher Unsecured Loan Limits and Relaxed Norms for UCBs

February 10, 2026 537 Views 0 comment Print

The RBI has proposed raising the aggregate ceiling on unsecured advances by Urban Co-operative Banks to 20% of total loans and advances. The draft also revises definitions, individual limits, and disclosure norms to strengthen risk management and transparency.

RBI Proposes Registration Exemption for Small NBFCs Without Public Funds

February 10, 2026 2253 Views 0 comment Print

Draft 2026 Directions exempt eligible NBFCs below ₹1,000 crore from registration under Section 45IA. Strict conditions and disclosures will apply to Unregistered Type I NBFCs.

Banks’ Minimum Balance Charges Governed by Policy, Not New Caps

February 10, 2026 378 Views 0 comment Print

The Government clarified that service charges are set under board-approved policies and RBI oversight, requiring transparency and reasonableness. No new caps are proposed, with reliance on supervision and prescribed free limits.

Gross NPAs Fall to Historic Low as Reforms Deliver Results

February 10, 2026 390 Views 0 comment Print

India’s banks record a sharp decline in bad loans, with gross NPAs at 2.15% by September 2025, highlighting the impact of sustained regulatory and policy reforms.

RBI Expanded Collateral-Free MSME Loans to Rs. 25 Lakh Under New Norms

February 9, 2026 855 Views 0 comment Print

The revised directions mandate no collateral up to ₹20 lakh and permit banks to extend collateral-free MSME loans up to ₹25 lakh based on internal policy and borrower track record.

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