Page 6 - Latest Updates on Reserve Bank of India
Kotak Mahindra Bank gets RBI nod to buy 9.99% each in AU SFB, Federal Bank
RBI clears Kotak Mahindra Bank to acquire up to 9.99% stake each in AU Small Finance Bank and Federal Bank through aggregate holdings
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Prioritise energy security to sustain growth momentum: RBI MPC member
Kumar said that India imports a significant portion of its crude oil and natural gas requirements, making it highly sensitive to geopolitical developments in West Asia
 "Prioritise energy security to sustain growth momentum: RBI MPC member")
India may consider lower inflation target, narrower band: RBI Deputy Guv
The government, after consultation with the RBI, has notified the inflation target framework for a five year period through March 31, 2031
 "India may consider lower inflation target, narrower band: RBI Deputy Guv")
India's cash withdrawals surge 12% in first half of April, RBI data shows
The surge, if it persists, could pose a challenge for surplus liquidity in the banking system, which the central bank has tried to maintain to support economic activity
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RBI rejigs portfolios of DGs; Rohit Jain takes charge as deputy governor
RBI reshuffles responsibilities among its four deputy governors after Rohit Jain assumes charge, assigning key roles across supervision, policy, markets, regulation, and technology
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RBI explores steps to mobilise dollar inflows amid rising pressure on rupee
The war between the US, Israel and Iran - now in its third month - has weakened the Indian currency, adding to a near 5 per cent fall in 2025
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RBI, Irdai not inclined to allow investments in commodity derivatives: Sebi
Sebi chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey said banking and insurance regulators have valid concerns, while the market regulator plans an advisory on risks from AI-led models like Mythos
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Latest RBI rules for shadow lenders may put Tata Sons IPO on radar
The Reserve Bank of India this week said shadow lenders that are accepting money from associates and group entities will be counted as having indirect access to public funds
Rohit Jain appointed RBI Deputy Governor for 3 yrs, to succeed Rabi Sankar
Jain has, over a span of about three decades, served in supervisory, human resource management, banking, and other areas in the Reserve Bank
Market makers need to be responsible: RBI governor Sanjay Malhotra
With recent correction in financial asset valuations, expect improved net capital account position
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India can grow above 7.5% without stoking inflation: RBI Deputy Governor
Reserve Bank of India says India can sustain over 7.5% growth without inflation, backed by strong BoP fundamentals and effective policy transmission
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More than 77% of 880.5 mt gold reserves held domestically, says RBI
Central bank increases domestic share of gold reserves to 77.23% in FY26, with holdings rising to 680 MT even as overall forex reserves and gold value expand
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Hidden cost of war on wealth: Capital compounding may be less forgiving
Instead of panic, respond with preparedness; keep separate money pools of money for short-, medium-, and long-term needs
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Bank holidays in May 2026: Check complete list, state-wise closures here
According to the RBI, banks will stay closed for 12 days out of the 31 days in May 2026. These include weekends, festivals, and regional holidays, so it is advisable to check before heading out
RBI's rupee defence faces fresh pressure as capital inflows weaken
The Reserve Bank of India took aggressive steps recently to curb speculation, yet the currency fell to a record closing low on Wednesday
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RBI exempts smaller NBFCs, creates structured exit route for first time
RBI has exempted smaller NBFCs from registration and introduced a structured exit route, allowing eligible firms to apply for deregistration through its PRAVAAH portal
Indian govt's tactical silence on W. Asia crisis not in consumers' interest
Given our dependence on oil imports and the structural reset that may be underway, it doesn't seem like this is temporary turbulence and then a return to the old normal
RBI action on Paytm Payments Bank: What it means for One97's strategy
RBI's revocation of Paytm Payments Bank licence raises questions on governance lapses and what it means for One97 Communications' ambition to build a full-stack financial services platform
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Nifty PSU Bank slips 2%; Canara, BoI dip 3%; why are bank stocks falling?
The RBI has issued final guidelines for transitioning to an Expected Credit Loss (ECL) framework, effective April 1, 2027, largely in line with the earlier draft.
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MobiKwik gets RBI's nod for non-banking financial company licence
The licence will allow MobiKwik to launch a lending arm, Mobikwik Financial Services, expanding its regulated credit offering
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