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RBI exempts FCNR(B), ECB swap positions from banks' NOP-INR limits

The move is expected to support recently announced measures to attract foreign capital, while easing regulatory constraints on banks participating in RBI swap facilities

RBI launches FCNR(B) swap facility, allows banks flexibility on rates

The forex swap window, open until October 2026, will enable banks to mobilise fresh FCNR(B) deposits while the RBI bears the hedging cost on eligible inflows

Big Bond Bang reignites hopes for Indian Gsec in global portfolios

Bloomberg's review of its flagship global index is scheduled for mid-June this year

RBI likely to join Asia's rate-hike push as inflation pressures rise

RBI's commentary on inflation 'opens the door for rate hikes in the next meeting' in August, according to Pranjul Bhandari, chief India economist at HSBC Holdings Plc

Rupee defence lifts RBI's net short dollar book past $110 billion mark

RBI ramped up its interventions after the rupee weakened to a record low on May 20, almost hitting the 97 per dollar mark

Goldman Sachs sees rupee weakness capped after RBI's steps to boost inflows

Goldman's comments hold significance as the rupee fell to a new low of 96.9650 per dollar last month amid a surge in global crude prices and record overseas outflows from equities

Rupee declines 17 paise to 95.35 against US dollar in early trade

On Friday, the rupee appreciated 56 paise to close at 95.18 against the US dollar, marking its strongest single-day gain in almost two months

Reserve Bank of India issues advisory for Mythos-related cyber threats

RBI prepared for handling cyber security threats related to Mythos, says DG Swaminathan

Monetary policy: RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra's optimism and caution

RBI sees India's economy as resilient, but warns that geopolitical tensions, rising oil prices, inflation risks and a weak monsoon could test growth

Deposit, lending rates harden despite RBI's monetary policy rate pause

Bank lending rates rose in April despite an unchanged repo rate, supported by strong credit demand, while deposit rates continued to soften

Cautious status quo: RBI sees higher inflation, slower growth in FY27

The decision to hold rates was unanimous. The MPC also retained the neutral stance on policy

RBI, govt charm offensive may draw up to $50 billion global flows

Bond tax exemption, easier access for foreign funds may help cover FY27 BoP gap

RBI's move to expand FAR likely to boost FPI flows in debt market

FPIs bought over Rs 3,000 crore worth of FAR securities on Friday

Centre reappoints RBI Deputy Governor Swaminathan J. for 2 years

The Centre has extended the tenure of RBI Deputy Governor Swaminathan J. by two years from June 26, 2026, following his first term at the central bank

India's FY26 GDP data: Resilience amid global turbulence, concerns remain

Strong services and manufacturing growth supported India's FY26 performance, but challenges around employment, inequality and regional disparities continue to weigh

RBI recognises Sahamati Foundation as SRO for account aggregator ecosystem

RBI has recognised Sahamati Foundation as the SRO for the Account Aggregator ecosystem, strengthening governance and trust in open finance

MSME loan portfolio grows 12.8% Y-o-Y to Rs 46 trillion in April 2026

Outstanding MSME loans reached about Rs 46 trillion in April 2026, but portfolio growth and active loan additions slowed sharply as global uncertainty weighed on credit supply

Forex reserve at healthy $682 bn, enough for 11 months of imports: RBI Guv

India's forex reserves dropped $7.511 billion to $681.384 billion during the week ended May 22

RBI deems monsoon major domestic risk: Key takeaways from June MPC decision

Keeping rates on hold, the RBI flagged concerns over fuel-led inflation, supply-chain disruptions and a weak monsoon while projecting GDP growth of 6.6 per cent for FY27

Rupee jumps 50 paise to 95.24/$ after RBI eases FPI investment norms

At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 95.72, then touched 95.24 in intraday trade, registering a rise of 50 paise from its previous close