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Insurance sector poised for growth, but profitability concerns persist: S&P

S&P Global Ratings says reforms and low insurance penetration support long-term growth, but underwriting pressures and weak profitability remain key risks for insurers

MUFG lifts RBI forex inflow forecast to $87 bn as FCNR(B) flows surge

Japanese lender MUFG has raised its estimate of inflows under the RBI's concessional forex measures to $87 billion, citing robust FCNR(B) deposit mobilisation

RBI plans to introduce polymer banknotes from FY28, says Malhotra

The Reserve Bank of India has begun the tendering process for polymer substrates and aims to introduce polymer banknotes from FY28, subject to successful field trials and operational assessment.

Indian Bank aims to more than double business to ₹35 trillion by 2032

The public sector lender plans to strengthen its presence in Delhi and Mumbai while relying on MSME growth and financial inclusion to achieve its long-term business target

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

Datanomics: Public sector banks lag in RBI penalty count, but lead in cost

RBI data shows a sharp divide among the categories of lenders in terms of penalties imposed

MDR on UPI may open Rs 5,000-10,000 crore revenue pool by FY28

Amendment to PSS Act is the first of several steps; rate, threshold and revenue-sharing formula still undecided

CD issuances plunge in July as mobilisation of FCNR(B) deposits spikes

Banks sharply cut certificate of deposit issuances in July as strong FCNR(B) inflows under the RBI's swap scheme eased liquidity pressures and lowered funding costs

Private banks step up FCNR (B) mobilisation with higher deposit rates

HDFC Bank and ICICI Bank have raised FCNR(B) deposit rates as lenders compete for foreign currency inflows ahead of the RBI's September-end swap window deadline

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

HDFC Bank raises 3-5 year FCNR(B) dollar deposit rate by 25 bps to 6.25%

The private sector lender raised its dollar deposit rate by 25 basis points as banks compete for non-resident funds before the RBI's concessional swap window closes

UP gains credit-active consumer share as Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu decline

TransUnion Cibil data shows Uttar Pradesh posted the sharpest rise in credit-active consumer share between March 2017 and March 2026, while Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu lost ground

BCRC seeks dedicated equity fund and wider access to RBI support schemes

The self-regulatory body for business correspondents has sought a dedicated equity fund, access to financial inclusion support and a pricing review to strengthen last-mile banking

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

RBI allows banks to link bulk deposit rates to liquidity profile

Banks can now price bulk deposits based on liquidity characteristics under the LCR framework, while continuing to follow uniform interest rate norms

Zero PSB locker thefts in FY26: How bank lockers are secured in India

Public sector banks reported no locker thefts in FY26 after 40 cases over the previous four years. RBI guidelines prescribe security standards, customer alerts and bank liability for losses

Datanomics: Chandigarh tops RBI ombudsman grievances rates in FY25

RBI data shows bank complaints rose 13.6% in FY25, with loans leading grievances as the central bank pushes lenders to strengthen internal ombudsman mechanisms

Banks collected ₹7,086 crore as minimum balance penalties in FY26: Govt

According to the Finance Ministry, private sector banks accounted for nearly 70 per cent of the total minimum balance charges collected in FY26

Reserve Bank of India gets govt's nod to issue ₹10, ₹20 polymer banknotes

The central bank will issue 1 billion each of ₹10 and ₹20 polymer banknotes for field trials before taking a call on their regular issuance

FCNR(B) inflows may have crossed 2013 level in just 45 days: SBI Research

SBI Research now expects FCNR(B) deposits of $65-70 billion by the end of the scheme, significantly higher than its earlier estimate of $40-45 billion