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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


Draft RBI (Rupee Interest Rate Derivatives) Master Directions, 2025

June 16, 2025 1638 Views 0 comment Print

RBI releases Draft Master Direction for Rupee Interest Rate Derivatives (IRD), updating regulations for market changes, non-resident participation, and enhanced transparency.

RBI Revises Agency Commission Rates for Banks

June 16, 2025 2079 Views 0 comment Print

RBI revises commission rates for agency banks from April 1, 2025. Payments vary by transaction type; e-receipts, pensions, and other services restructured.

RBI Master Circular on Credit facilities to SC/ST Beneficiaries

June 16, 2025 1113 Views 0 comment Print

RBI issues revised master circular directing banks to enhance credit access for SC/STs through focused schemes, planning, and periodic performance reviews.

RBI Eases Advance Remittance for Shipping Vessel Imports

June 13, 2025 1089 Views 0 comment Print

RBI allows advance remittance up to USD 50 million for shipping vessel imports without bank guarantee or standby LC, aiming to improve business ease.

RBI Implements STRIPS for State Government Securities

June 12, 2025 1209 Views 0 comment Print

RBI introduces Separate Trading of Registered Interest and Principal of Securities (STRIPS) for State Government Securities. Eligible SGS and application process defined.

RBI Simplifies KYC Updation Amidst Pendency Concerns

June 12, 2025 855 Views 0 comment Print

The RBI has revised KYC updation norms, allowing Business Correspondents to facilitate the process and advising banks to hold camps to address pendency.

RBI Amends Unclaimed Deposits & Inoperative Account Rules

June 12, 2025 2544 Views 0 comment Print

RBI’s June 2025 circular amends rules for inoperative accounts and unclaimed deposits, enabling KYC updates at all branches, V-CIP, and via Business Correspondents.

RBI (Know Your Customer (KYC)) (Amendment) Directions, 2025

June 12, 2025 6510 Views 0 comment Print

RBI issues KYC Amendment Directions 2025, extending updation deadlines for low-risk customers, allowing BCs for KYC, and mandating multiple advance intimations.

RBI’s ₹2 Lakh Penalty Cap: A Welcome Relief for Minor FEMA Violations

June 11, 2025 1104 Views 0 comment Print

RBI’s ₹2 lakh penalty cap for residual FEMA violations reflects a progressive shift—recognizing the difference between serious non-compliance and innocent procedural errors. If you’ve had small FEMA oversights in the past, now is the time to proactively fix them under this simplified regime.

RBI Removes BRIPL Rating Restrictions for Banks

June 9, 2025 807 Views 0 comment Print

RBI’s June 2025 circular removes restrictions on using Brickwork Ratings India Private Limited (BRIPL) ratings for bank capital adequacy under Basel III.

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