Monetary Policy & Interest Rates (December 2025) Repo Rate Cut The Reserve Bank of India has cut the repo rate by 25 basis points to 5.25%. The decision aims to support economic growth while keeping inflation under control. Policy Stance RBI has maintained a “Neutral” policy stance. This allows flexibility to respond to changing economic […]

1. Banking & Customer Updates • New Nomination Rules (Effective from 1 November 2025) Customers can now add up to four nominees for their bank accounts. This simplifies the claim settlement process after the depositor’s death. Applicable to savings, current, FD, RD, and all deposit accounts. • Mandatory Shift to ‘.bank.in’ Domain All banks must […]

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has just dropped its first big monetary policy update for 2025 — and it’s all about stability.The repo rate stays at 5.5%, the stance stays neutral, and there’s even some good news on the inflation front. Here’s what you need to know Repo Rate: Still at 5.5% — no […]

  ⏰ RBI Extends Repo Market Trading Hours from August 1, 2025 The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced a small but significant change to the country’s money market operations. 📢 From August 1, 2025: Market Repo and Tri‑Party Repo (TREP) trading hours will be extended by one hour. New trading window: 9:00 AM […]

The US Federal Reserve surprised the world’s financial markets with a 50 basis point rate cut. This has put RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das now to face fresh challenges as global central bankers enter a monetary policy easing cycle.  Let us see the details here.   The Fed’s rate is now down to a range between […]

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has tightened the framework for domestic money transfers in order to keep track of both cash pay-in and pay-out services. Let us go through the details as under: In a circular issued recently, the RBI stated that in the case of cash pay-out service, the remitting bank shall obtain […]

RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das held a meeting with the MD and CEOs of public sector banks and select private sector banks today, in Mumbai. Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) Governor Shaktikanta Das on July 3 held meetings with the MDs and CEOs of public sector banks and select private sector banks in Mumbai and urged […]

Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Shaktikanta Das emphasised on the need to eliminate biases in algorithms as the use of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) is on the rise. The Governor was delivering the inaugural address at the 18th Statistics Day Conference organized by the RBI, when he said the use of […]

RISK FACTOR. SEBI mandated asset management firms to stress-test open-ended debt schemes every month Scheduled commercial banks (SCBs) are well capitalised and capable of absorbing macro-economic shocks even in the absence of any further capital infusion, per the results of macro stress tests for credit risk conducted by the Reserve Bank of India. Further, SCBs’ […]

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on 7 June 2024 released the much-awaited circular liberalising the rules governing investments in overseas funds.  What does it say?   The circular permits Indian Limited Partners (LPs) to invest in overseas funds regulated via their regulated investment manager thereby doing away with the erstwhile prerequisite that the investment […]

The Reserve Bank of India on 7th June 2024 announced the introduction of the UPI LITE e-mandate to create a more seamless payment ecosystem. UPI Lite was introduced in September 2022 to enable small value payments quickly and seamlessly through an on-device wallet.Currently, the UPI Lite has a daily limit of Rs 2,000, while the […]

Now, the new threshold for ‘bulk deposit’ is Rs 3 crore, meaning deposits below this amount will not be considered bulk deposits; banks often offer higher interest rates on bulk deposits compared to regular deposits. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on June 7 revised the definition of a bank ‘bulk deposit’ to Rs 3 […]

The Union Finance Ministry (FinMin) has instructed public-sector banks (PSBs) to review their information technology (IT) systems, especially the disaster recovery channels, a senior government official said, requesting anonymity. It is believed that the regulator (Reserve Bank of India) conducts its own audits regularly. We have also requested major PSBs to evaluate their disaster recovery […]

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has responded to tight liquidity conditions in the banking system by announcing a significant reduction in the government’s treasury bill sales and introducing a new selection of bonds for the Centre’s buyback operations. This move aims to alleviate cash constraints for banks, which have been impaired by muted government […]

In the wake of the ongoing audit at IIFL Finance’s gold loan business, the Reserve Bank of India is said to be reviewing regulations on gold loans. Certain norms pertaining to loan-to-value, cash disbursement limit, assaying of the underlying gold, and auctioning of the precious metal are under review. A detailed circular, or an operative […]

FORGERY. Embezzlement reported at NBFC’s North-East branch; RBI seen placing curbs. KEY CONTRIBUTOR. The eastern region accounts for 11% of the lender’s total advances, or ₹10,273 crore of total loans, per M&M Finance’s December quarter investor presentation The RBI is looking into a ₹150-crore KYC lapse disclosed by Mahindra and Mahindra Financial Services on Tuesday. […]

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Tuesday issued a significant directive, stating that from August 1, 2025, no entity involved in card transactions, except for the card issuer and card networks, will be permitted to store data. This directive aims to enhance the security and privacy of cardholders’ information during transactions. This regulation will […]

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on April 12 said it has rejected two small finance banks licences filed by Dvara Kshetriya Gramin Financial Services Pvt Ltd and Tally Solutions Pvt Ltd as they were found to be not suitable. Dvara KGFS (Kshetriya Gramin Financial Services), backed by impact investor Leapfrog and Stakeboard Capital, is […]

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has proposed to permit the linking of prepaid payment instruments (PPIs) with third-party unified payments interface (UPI) applications to make the digital wallet market interoperable. The move, outlined in the RBI’s statement on developmental and regulatory policies, means wallet holders will no longer have to depend on PPI wallet […]

The Monetary Policy Committee meeting of RBI is scheduled to be held on 5th April 2024 when there is speculation about change in the REPO Rate. Here are the excerpts from the opinions from different sections of people. Foreign brokerages and banks expect the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) to keep the repo rate unchanged at […]

The country’s Apex Bank, Reserve Bank of India (RBI) might take a fresh look at its long-standing caps for foreign ownership of government debt as lumpy inflows expected over the next couple of years due to global bond index inclusion alter a critical landscape for the Centre’s debt manager.  Here are the details: In March […]

Nearly two years after introducing a revised regulatory framework for non-banking finance companies, the Reserve Bank of India is set to review the categorisation of NBFCs in 2024. According to sources aware of the matter, the review has become necessary given the NBFCs growth, their business models and the significant change in their operations from […]

The Regualtor, Reserve Bank of India has approved the merger of Fincare Small Finance Bank with AU Small Finance Bank which shall be effective w.e.f 1st April 2024. Bank Merger Update Once again there is going to be a merger of banks in the country. Reserve Bank of India has said that from April 1, […]

The Reserve Bank of India, has advised banks and non-banks to permit their customers to decide on the credit card network.  This means, credit card issuers, especially those with a large customer base, will have to enter into tie-ups with multiple card networks.  Current Scenario Presently the choice of network for a card issued to […]

New KYC updation process soon? Banks are working on strengthening their KYC (Know Your Customer) standards by adding extra verification layers to identify accounts and account holders. This initiative is being discussed with the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and the government. The plan includes updating all existing accounts, especially those with a single phone […]

Introduction 1. Payment Banks, as per RBI guidelines, are a new category of banks conceptualised to provide efficient banking services to small businesses and low-income households. 2. These banks focus on facilitating financial transactions, including receiving deposits and making payments, but do not undertake lending activities like traditional banks. Maximum Balance: Payment banks are initially […]

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Wednesday asked financial sector regulators, including the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), to take further measures to check spread of unauthorised lending through online apps.Addressing the 28th meeting of the Financial Stability and Development Council (FSDC) here, Sitharaman also asked regulators to maintain constant vigil and be proactive towards detecting […]

Addressing concerns around the curbs imposed on Paytm Payments Bank, the Reserve Bank of India issued an FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) detailing what will be the future of the bank, how can customers and merchants utilise or withdraw their funds, and what will be allowed post March 15. Businessline breaks it down: What happens to […]

In Press Release dated March 11, 2022, the Reserve Bank of India, in exercise of its powers under section 35A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949, had directed Paytm Payments Bank Ltd (PPBL or the bank) to stop onboarding of new customers with immediate effect. 2. The Comprehensive System Audit report and subsequent compliance validation […]

It has come to the fore, that borrowings by NBFCs from commercial banks is on an increase and Reserve Bank of India, the apex Regulator has noted the same with concern. RBI has hence advised the NBFCs to diversify their funding sources in the coming year ie. 2024, due to the rising competition in the […]

In today’s age, it is quite easy to construct a house or buy a flat by taking a home loan. Be it a bank or a non-financial bank, one has to submit papers of the property as collateral in lieu of loan. Many times, people mortgage movable or immovable property. It has also been observed […]

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on December 11 cautioned public not to fall prey to misleading advertisements related to loan waiver offers in print media as well as on social media platforms. In a statement, the RBI said it has noticed certain misleading advertisements enticing borrowers by offering loan waivers. These entities, it said, […]

We are aware that Fintech is a catch-all term referring to software, mobile applications, and other technologies created to improve and automate traditional forms of finance for businesses and consumers alike.  The usage goes with how people require their business to be transacted and these account from digital money to double-entry book-keeping.  All financial institutions […]

Reserve Bank of India Governor, has identified three challenges facing the global economy which are: Slow moderation in inflation, Slowing growth with obstacles, and Risks of financial stability. The Governor expressed concerns about the impacts of shocks like rising crude oil prices and bond yields, which he referred would hamper the responses of central banks.  […]

There are several tools available with RBI to boost the liquidity in the banking system.  Few of them are adjustment through Repo Rate and Reverse Repo Rate, Increasing and decreasing CRR and SLR and so on.  Another important tool available with RBI is Forex Swap which boosts the liquidity in the system amid tax outflows […]

AIFIs will be required to maintain a minimum total capital of 9 per cent by April 2024 The RBI has introduced norms on the Basel III capital framework, fund raising, exposure guidelines, and norms on classification and valuation of investment portfolios for All India Financial Institutions (AIFIs), which will come into effect from April 2024. […]

An RBI circular that requires lenders to take a quick call on classifying wilful defaulters will also allow borrowers to shake off the tag by entering into a compromise settlement with banks. In June 2023, the central bank, in its circular on compromise settlements, had allowed one-time settlement of wilful defaults only if a higher […]

In its last bi-monthly monetary policy review, the RBI asked Banks to maintain an I-CRR of 10 per cent The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has decided to discontinue the Incremental Cash Reserve Ratio (I-CRR), which it prescribed as a temporary measure last month to impound Banks’ surplus liquidity, in three stages, beginning September 9, […]

The Reserve Bank of India urged the directors of Urban Co-operative banks to further strengthen governance practices emphasizing the importance of a professional Board of Management as the quality of governance was the most important aspect in ensuring stability of individual banks. The Reserve Bank stressed the need to strengthen the three pillars supporting pillars […]

New UPI features developed by National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) was launched by the RBI Governor. The product offerings include Credit Line on UPI; UPI Lite X; Tap & Pay; Hello! UPI; and BillPay Connect. The central bank informs that credit lines on UPI to increase access to credit, and promote financial inclusion and innovation through pre-sanctioned […]

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has decided to bring out rules that could potentially restrict card issuers from engaging in exclusive agreements with card networks like Mastercard, Visa or RuPay. The central bank also proposed that rules would be applicable to both banks and non-banking financial companies that issue credit cards, debit cards, or […]

The Reserve Bank of India on Thursday launched a centralised Web portal, UDGAM (Unclaimed Deposits Gateway to Access Information), for members of the public to make it easier to search their unclaimed deposits across multiple banks at one place. UDGAM, which was launched by RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das, will aid users in identifying their unclaimed deposits and accounts and […]

The Reserve Bank has opted for the services of global consulting companies McKinsey and Company India LLP, along with Accenture Solutions Pvt Ltd. India, to create systems that utilize artificial intelligence and machine learning for its supervisory operations. The RBI is looking to extensively use advanced analytics, artificial intelligence and machine learning to analyse its […]

Cash Reserve Ratio or CRR as it is termed, is a monetary policy tool used by the Central Bank to regulate money supply and control inflation. It is the percentage of Bank’s net Demand and Time Liabilities (NDTL) required tobe maintained as Cash Reserve with RBI. It includes deposits and certain other liabilities of commercial […]

Credit card default rose to ₹4,072 crore, or 1.94%, at the end of March 2023, Parliament was informed on Tuesday. “As per the inputs received from the Reserve Bank of India, in respect of defaults in credit cards, the gross non-performing assets (GNPAs) in credit cards was ₹3,122 crore in March-2022 and ₹4,072 crore in […]

ARC executives find written-off assets particularly appealing as the number of sizeable bad loans awaiting recovery have dipped, thanks in part to banks’ persistent corrective measures, including selective targeting of corporate borrowers. Asset reconstruction companies (ARCs) are capitalizing on the opportunity to acquire written-off loans, given the substantial pool of such assets available with lenders, and […]

Reserve Bank of India: The licenses of many co-operative banks have been canceled by the Reserve Bank of India in the financial year that ended on March 31. If you also have an account in these banks, then you should be updated about this news. These banks have faced strict action from the Reserve Bank […]

RBI Governor Das says ‘job is only half done with the fight against inflation not yet over’; Deputy Governor Patra stresses policy needs to remain in ‘brace’ mode to ensure shocks from supply demand mismatches leave no scars on the economy. The Hindu Bureau MUMBAI The Monetary Policy Committee’s job was only half done in […]

Disinflation is a process of slowdown in the rate of increase of the general price level of goods and services in a nation’s gross domestic product over time.  In other words, it is the opposite of reflation which refers to a process of economic recovery with a combination of both Fiscal and Monetary policies.  A […]

**Courtesy: Economic Times dt 9th June 2023

The Reserve Bank of India kept the interest rates unchanged for the second straight monetary review meeting amid abating price pressures and showed a favourable picture on medium term economic growth that is likely to be the best among the world economies. The RBI Governor showed a clearer path to the future, though the political […]