Fema / RBI : RBI has reiterated that software and ITES exporters must submit the annual survey based on the previous financial year. The guidel...
Fema / RBI : RBI requires mutual funds to report foreign liabilities and assets annually for compilation of Balance of Payments and Internation...
Fema / RBI : RBI’s 2026 amendments impose a mandatory three-year cooling-off period after directors complete ten years on co-operative bank b...
Fema / RBI : The requirement applies if foreign assets or liabilities exist as of 31 March, even without fresh transactions. The rule ensures d...
Fema / RBI : RBI has standardized the 90-day NPA classification rule across all NBFC categories, including NBFC-BL entities, effective 31 March...
Fema / RBI : RBI has clarified reporting requirements, valuation methods, submission procedures, and entity obligations under the Portfolio Inv...
Fema / RBI : The amendment redefines revenue reserves by excluding provisions for liabilities and depreciation. This ensures clearer classifica...
Fema / RBI : RBI revises the definition of revenue reserves to exclude provisions and liabilities. The change enhances transparency and consist...
Fema / RBI : The Reserve Bank of India has removed a key provision from capital adequacy norms to ensure consistency with updated investment ru...
Fema / RBI : RBI introduces annual IFR assessment instead of continuous compliance for RRBs. The change reduces operational burden while mainta...
Fema / RBI : Reimbursement of interim payments from insured banks in priority to other liabilities was a valid exercise of legislative competen...
Fema / RBI : The Court held that rejection of NBFC registration surrender solely due to meeting PBC was unsustainable without giving an opportu...
Fema / RBI : The court held that failure to apply Clause 3(d) of the RBI Master Circular invalidated the wilful defaulter declaration. Non-Exec...
Corporate Law : The court held that Ombudsman’s finding of customer negligence was unsustainable and directed bank to refund disputed amount. Th...
Corporate Law : Court ruled that protections under the RBI Circular apply only to third-party breaches and cannot be invoked to recast personal tr...
Fema / RBI : RBI has reiterated that old series banknotes issued before 2005 remain legal tender but should not be re-issued by banks. The circ...
Fema / RBI : The RBI has consolidated all directions relating to the withdrawal of ₹2000 banknotes from circulation. The circular reiterates ...
Fema / RBI : RBI has exempted eligible FCNR(B) deposits from CRR and SLR requirements until September 30, 2026. The measure is aimed at attract...
Fema / RBI : RBI has exempted fresh FCNR(B) deposits mobilized between June 8 and September 30, 2026 from CRR and SLR requirements. The move ai...
Fema / RBI : RBI has exempted eligible FCNR(B) deposits from CRR and SLR requirements for urban co-operative banks. The move aims to attract fo...
RBI introduces flexible on-tap licensing for Small Finance Banks to boost financial inclusion, regulate promoters, and ensure robust banking operations.
Banks raising green deposits must comply with policies on project selection, fund allocation, and monitoring. Eligible projects include renewable energy, clean transport, energy efficiency, and biodiversity conservation.
The RBI introduces updated prudential norms requiring Payments Banks to maintain adequate regulatory capital. The Directions aim to strengthen financial stability and ensure disciplined risk management.
RBI’s 2025 Directions set strict rules for managing financial and IT outsourcing risks, including Board oversight, data security, and vendor accountability. Banks must comply to safeguard operations and customer data.
The regulator has issued binding directions standardising how Local Area Banks present and disclose financial statements, effective immediately to enhance transparency.
Dividend payouts by banks are restricted by capital adequacy and asset quality metrics, ensuring prudent financial management. The Directions prevent declaration from unrealised gains or extraordinary profits.
RBI issues clear guidelines for identifying wilful and large defaulters to ensure transparency and prevent misuse of bank credit. Banks must report defaults and monitor fund usage to strengthen accountability.
RBI mandates early recognition, monitoring, and resolution of stressed assets by banks, including compromise settlements, technical write-offs, and structured restructuring plans to ensure timely recovery.
RBI mandates clear policies for interest on savings, term, and foreign currency deposits, ensuring transparency, fairness, and board-approved uniformity across commercial banks.
RBI has notified new Directions governing miscellaneous regulatory and operational aspects of RRBs. Certain provisions also apply to sponsor banks, reinforcing shared oversight. The key takeaway is immediate, mandatory compliance across the rural banking framework.
