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Average unclaimed deposit payouts rise to ₹760 crore per month: RBI

RBI says average monthly payouts of unclaimed deposits rose to Rs 760 crore after campaigns and incentives, up from Rs 180 crore earlier, reflecting improved recovery efforts

Introducing a core inflation forecast is not a policy shift, says RBI Guv

RBI MPC meet: RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra clarified that publishing a core inflation forecast is not a change in policy approach and the central bank will continue to focus on headline inflation

RBI forex curbs on positions of banks, NDFs will not be permanent: Guv

In a post-monetary policy briefing, Malhotra said the central bank had observed heightened volatility in the foreign exchange market in recent weeks

West Asia conflict may lead to demand shock: RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra

Elevated crude oil prices could raise imported inflation and widen the current account deficit, he says

RBI plans to ease bank's board norms to boost ease of doing business

The announcement comes weeks after HDFC Bank Chairman Atanu Chakraborty's abrupt resignation, citing ethical concerns

Yes, risks are rising, but India can manage them: What RBI Guv Malhotra said

RBI flags rising risks from the West Asia conflict through energy prices and supply disruptions, but says India's economy is stronger and better placed to withstand shocks than before

RBI holds repo rate at 5.25%: 5 key takeaways from April MPC decision

The RBI held the repo rate steady at 5.25% and kept its policy stance neutral. It said global tensions and higher energy prices remain key risks for inflation and economic growth

RBI sees FY27 inflation at 4.6% as Iran war adds fresh upside risks

RBI keeps repo rate unchanged at 5.25 per cent and retains a neutral stance, while warning that crude oil volatility and the Iran conflict could pose upside risks to inflation

RBI MPC keeps repo rate unchanged at 5.25%, maintains 'neutral' stance

RBI MPC April meeting: In its policy meeting, which took place between April 6-8, the committee continued with the 'neutral' stance

Rupee surges to 92.56 against dollar in early trade after US-Iran ceasefire

At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 92.92 against the US dollar, then gained ground to touch 92.56 against the US dollar in initial trade

Iran ceasefire offers major boost to rupee ahead of RBI policy; oil plunges

The rupee is likely to open ‌in the 92.40-92.50 range versus the US dollar, having settled at 93.0075 on Tuesday

RBI MPC April 2026 meet: When and where to watch policy decision live

RBI MPC meet: In the February policy review, the MPC kept the repo rate unchanged at 5.25 per cent and continued with the 'neutral' stance

MSME, retail demand to drive bank credit growth by 13% in FY27: Crisil

Newer options such as acquisition financing, now allowed for banks by the RBI, should also support credit growth

UPI QRs grow 15% in 2025 as merchant adoption expands: Worldline report

Growth in QR codes and transaction volumes underscores rising merchant adoption and expanding digital payments ecosystem across India

Govt plans ₹2.5 trn credit guarantee scheme for businesses hit by Iran war

The guarantee on bank loans would be provided by the National Credit Guarantee Trustee Company (NCGTC), a wholly-owned subsidiary of the government

West Asia tensions likely to heighten fiscal risks, says Govinda Rao

Economist M Govinda Rao warns rising geopolitical tensions could expose India's fiscal vulnerabilities, calling for reforms in GST, deficits, and public spending

Big dharam sankat: FM Nirmala Sitharaman on small savings rates

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman highlights policy dilemma between protecting small savers and managing rising government borrowing costs amid shifting savings trends

West Asia war has evolved into 'systemic tremor': FM Nirmala Sitharaman

FM Nirmala Sitharaman says current year even 'more challenging' but India has enough fiscal space

RBI proposes new BC structure and branch norms in draft guidelines

RBI's draft norms revamp BC structure, tighten branch rules, and aim to expand banking access while strengthening governance and consumer protection

RBI retains credit default swap cap at 5%, sets ₹3.3 trn limit for FY27

Central bank keeps CDS cap unchanged and raises FPI debt limits in line with expanding securities stock, while aligning VRR investments with general route norms