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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 261 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 2307 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 435 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 1875 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 1293 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 237 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 255 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 222 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 231 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 138 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 441 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 897 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 303 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 276 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 381 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 354 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 150 Views 0 comment Print


RBI (Rural Co-operative Banks – Interest Rate on Deposits) Directions, 2025

November 28, 2025 534 Views 0 comment Print

The RBI has issued uniform rules on interest rates for deposits of rural co-operative banks. The Directions emphasise transparency, non-negotiable rates, and depositor protection.

RBI (Regional Rural Banks – Resolution of Stressed Assets) Directions, 2025

November 28, 2025 594 Views 0 comment Print

The Directions introduce early stress detection, strict governance, and time-bound resolution mechanisms. The key takeaway is faster recovery with reduced discretion and stronger Board oversight.

RBI (Rural Co-operative Banks – Financial Statements: Presentation and Disclosures) Directions, 2025

November 28, 2025 660 Views 0 comment Print

The regulator has issued detailed directions standardising balance sheet formats, disclosures, and accounting treatment for rural co-operative banks. The key takeaway is stricter transparency and uniform compliance with accounting standards.

RBI (Urban Co-operative Banks – Prudential Norms on Declaration of Dividends) Directions, 2025

November 28, 2025 459 Views 0 comment Print

The RBI has laid down stricter prudential conditions for UCBs to declare dividends. Only banks meeting capital adequacy, asset quality, and compliance benchmarks can distribute profits.

RBI (Rural Co-operative Banks – Prudential Norms on Capital Adequacy) Directions, 2025

November 28, 2025 1176 Views 0 comment Print

The RBI has overhauled capital adequacy norms for rural co-operative banks, mandating a 9% CRAR and detailed Tier 1 and Tier 2 capital rules. The move strengthens prudential regulation and risk management across the sector.

RBI (Non-Banking Financial Companies – Concentration Risk Management) Directions, 2025

November 28, 2025 1377 Views 0 comment Print

The regulator introduces uniform concentration risk rules for NBFCs, setting clear exposure caps and governance standards to prevent excessive borrower or sectoral risk.

RBI (Regional Rural Banks – Income Recognition, Asset Classification and Provisioning) Directions, 2025

November 28, 2025 972 Views 0 comment Print

The Directions standardise income recognition and NPA identification with strict, day-end based timelines. The key takeaway is faster, more transparent classification without reliance on security or net worth.

RBI (Rural Co-operative Banks – Treatment of Wilful Defaulters and Large Defaulters) Directions, 2025

November 28, 2025 303 Views 0 comment Print

Rural co-operative banks must now report suit-filed and non-suit large defaulter accounts to credit bureaus every month. The ruling strengthens transparency and early risk detection for lenders.

RBI (Non-Banking Financial Companies – Credit Risk Management) Directions, 2025

November 28, 2025 1164 Views 0 comment Print

The 2025 Directions overhaul credit risk management through board-approved policies, stricter appraisal norms, and enhanced oversight. The key takeaway is stronger governance and reduced systemic risk across NBFCs.

RBI (Regional Rural Banks – Asset Liability Management) Directions, 2025

November 28, 2025 690 Views 0 comment Print

The RBI has notified fresh Asset Liability Management Directions for RRBs, setting uniform standards for liquidity, interest rate, and currency risk management. The move strengthens Board oversight and balance sheet discipline.

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