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RBI emerging as Asia's rate outlier as oil shock fails to shift outlook
RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra has said the central bank will remain data-dependent, with resilient growth and contained inflation allowing it to keep policy unchanged despite higher oil prices
 "RBI emerging as Asia's rate outlier as oil shock fails to shift outlook")
The story now is not 'lower for longer', but the calm before higher rates
Strong growth, above-target inflation projections and near-zero real interest rates suggest the RBI's dovish stance may not last, raising the prospect of higher rates ahead
 "The story now is not 'lower for longer', but the calm before higher rates")
'Our endeavour is to bring inflation in line with target over medium term'
RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra said policy will remain guided by headline inflation and evolving growth dynamics, while reaffirming the central bank's data-dependent approach
 "'Our endeavour is to bring inflation in line with target over medium term'")
No early closure of FCNR (B) swap window: RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra
Governor Sanjay Malhotra says mobilisation under the concessional FCNR(B) swap window remains robust, with no proposal to close the scheme before its September 30 deadline
 "No early closure of FCNR (B) swap window: RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra")
22 years later, RBI set to resume UCB licensing through on-tap framework
The Reserve Bank of India will soon issue draft guidelines for on-tap licensing of urban co-operative banks, setting stringent eligibility norms for credit co-operative societies seeking conversion
 "22 years later, RBI set to resume UCB licensing through on-tap framework")
Policy prospects: Inflation projections demand monetary tightening
The RBI's decision to hold rates reflects easing inflation risks for now, but rising price pressures could warrant policy tightening in the coming months
RBI proposes to harmonise framework on interest rates on advances: Malhotra
The proposed framework seeks to standardise loan pricing, benchmark reset dates and interest calculation practices while strengthening transparency and consumer protection
 "RBI proposes to harmonise framework on interest rates on advances: Malhotra")
RBI sees liquidity surplus peaking in September before normal absorption
Governor Sanjay Malhotra says surplus liquidity is likely to peak around September before being absorbed through higher currency circulation, reserve requirements and maturing forex forwards
 "RBI sees liquidity surplus peaking in September before normal absorption")
Explained: Why RBI wants to restart UCB licensing after a two-decade pause
After a 20-year freeze, the RBI is preparing to issue new UCB licences as reforms, stronger oversight and improving financial health reshape the cooperative banking sector
RBI to issue new draft norms for urban cooperative bank licensing shortly
The proposed framework sets capital, asset quality and governance criteria for cooperative credit societies seeking to become urban cooperative banks after a two-decade pause
 "RBI to issue new draft norms for urban cooperative bank licensing shortly")
SC asks RBI to frame uniform protocol for banks dealing with cyber fraud
The apex court also directed the Centre and states to strengthen measures against digital arrest scams and asked authorities to improve victim compensation and fund recovery
 "SC asks RBI to frame uniform protocol for banks dealing with cyber fraud")
RBI appoints Monisha Chakraborty as executive director from August 3
Former chief general manager-in-charge of the Department of Supervision will oversee the Foreign Exchange Department and Financial Markets Regulation Department
BS poll: 'Cautious' MPC may stick to status quo, retain neutral stance
Most economists expect stance to remain 'neutral'
 "BS poll: 'Cautious' MPC may stick to status quo, retain neutral stance")
Wait-and-watch mode: Why the RBI MPC is likely to hold interest rates
The rate-setting body is likely to remain in wait-and-watch mode as uncertainties continue to cloud the macroeconomic outlook
 "Wait-and-watch mode: Why the RBI MPC is likely to hold interest rates")
Foreign investors buy $8.44 bn debt, equity since RBI's June policy
Foreign portfolio investors have infused $8.44 billion into Indian debt and equity markets since the RBI's June policy measures aimed at attracting overseas capital
 "Foreign investors buy $8.44 bn debt, equity since RBI's June policy")
RBI's special forex swap window outpaces 2013 inflows in only weeks
FCNR(B) deposits contributed $36.7 billion as banks raised nearly $41 billion under the RBI's concessional swap facility in less than two months, exceeding the 2013 mobilisation
Bank holidays in August 2026: Banks to stay closed for 14 days; check list
Bank branches will mark many holidays throughout Aug 2026. Independence Day on Aug 15 will cause nationwide bank shutdowns. Several state-specific festivals depend upon regional
 "Bank holidays in August 2026: Banks to stay closed for 14 days; check list")
$32 bn inflows from India's forex drive yet to lift rupee, boost liquidity
RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra has said that banks have mobilised $32 billion under recent measures, though the inflows are yet to significantly boost forex reserves, banking liquidity or the rupee
 "$32 bn inflows from India's forex drive yet to lift rupee, boost liquidity")
Rupee is undervalued, says RBI Governor: What it means and why it matters
RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra says the rupee is undervalued and recent weakness is due to global factors, not India's economy. Here's what it means and why it matters
 "Rupee is undervalued, says RBI Governor: What it means and why it matters")
Bank balance sheets alone can't fund Viksit Bharat ambitions: RBI DG Jain
RBI Deputy Governor Rohit Jain says India must deepen bond, forex and derivatives markets, as bank financing alone cannot support the investment needed for Viksit Bharat
 "Bank balance sheets alone can't fund Viksit Bharat ambitions: RBI DG Jain")