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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 273 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 2529 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 456 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 2022 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 1353 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 264 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 288 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 258 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 258 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 444 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 909 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 759 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 495 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 2220 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Notifications


RBI issues consolidated directions on Digital Payments – E-mandate framework, 2026

Fema / RBI : The RBI has consolidated all previous e-mandate guidelines into a single framework governing recurring digital payments. The key t...

April 21, 2026 126 Views 0 comment Print

RBI Restricts INR Derivative Deals with Related Parties for Authorised Dealers

Fema / RBI : The update prohibits most INR derivative contracts with related entities. Only specific transactions such as cancellations and non...

April 20, 2026 213 Views 0 comment Print

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 375 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 321 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 417 Views 0 comment Print


RBI (Commercial Banks – Securitisation Transactions) Directions, 2025

November 28, 2025 1149 Views 0 comment Print

RBI establishes comprehensive securitisation rules for commercial banks, detailing definitions, asset eligibility, risk assessment, and reporting obligations. The framework ensures prudent risk distribution and market transparency.

RBI (Rural Co-operative Banks – Responsible Business Conduct) Directions, 2025

November 28, 2025 363 Views 0 comment Print

The new Directions mandate ethical, transparent, and customer-focused practices for cooperative banks. They aim to strengthen governance and trust in the rural banking system.

RBI (Regional Rural Banks – Know Your Customer) Directions, 2025

November 28, 2025 609 Views 0 comment Print

RBI has notified comprehensive KYC Directions applicable to all RRBs with immediate effect. The rules aim to prevent money laundering and terrorist financing through stricter customer due diligence and monitoring.

RBI (Commercial Banks- Transfer and Distribution of Credit Risk) Directions, 2025

November 28, 2025 2043 Views 0 comment Print

RBI introduces a unified regulatory framework governing loan transfers, participations, and risk distribution by banks. The Directions streamline due diligence, capital treatment, and compliance requirements to strengthen India’s credit-risk market.

RBI (Rural Co-operative Banks – Know Your Customer) Directions, 2025

November 28, 2025 315 Views 0 comment Print

The new Directions mandate uniform customer due diligence and monitoring to curb money laundering and terror financing. They align domestic rules with global AML/CFT standards and take effect immediately.

RBI (Commercial Banks – Credit Risk Management) Directions, 2025

November 28, 2025 2643 Views 0 comment Print

Explains RBI’s restrictions on lending to directors and relatives and the measures aimed at preventing unethical reciprocal lending. Highlights the focus on strengthening credit risk controls.

RBI (Commercial Banks – Credit Cards & Debit Cards: Issuance and Conduct) Directions, 2025

November 28, 2025 2433 Views 0 comment Print

The 2025 Directions mandate Board-approved policies, transparency in charges, and strict consumer consent for issuing and upgrading cards. Banks must ensure responsible credit issuance and robust grievance redressal mechanisms.

RBI (Regional Rural Banks – Financial Statements: Presentation and Disclosures) Directions, 2025

November 28, 2025 411 Views 0 comment Print

RBI has issued binding Directions prescribing how Regional Rural Banks must present and disclose their financial statements. The Directions apply to all RRBs with immediate effect and aim to improve transparency and uniformity. The key takeaway is mandatory compliance with standardised reporting norms.

RBI (Commercial Banks-Resource Raising Norms) Directions, 2025

November 28, 2025 1017 Views 0 comment Print

Explains RBI’s 2025 framework enabling banks to issue long-term bonds for infrastructure and affordable housing, with key regulatory incentives such as CRR/SLR exemptions.

RBI (Commercial Banks – Governance) Directions, 2025

November 28, 2025 3117 Views 0 comment Print

RBI’s new Directions define Board roles, director responsibilities, and governance structures for PSBs, private banks, and foreign banks. The framework strengthens oversight, risk management, and accountability across the banking system.

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