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RBI policy prudent, well-calibrated: Bankers welcome regulatory measures

Bankers termed the Reserve Bank's move to hold rates in its policy review on Wednesday as a prudent and well-calibrated measure. Sector-specific moves like the removal of the Investment Fluctuation Reserve requirement and easing of CRAR (capital and risk-adjusted ratio) computation were also welcomed by bankers. "The RBI's decision to maintain a status quo stance amid ongoing global uncertainties reflects a prudent and well-calibrated approach aligned with market expectations," CS Setty, who chairs the largest lender SBI and also industry grouping IBA, said in a statement. Setty said the regulatory moves will help strengthen banks' capital positions and help support credit growth on a sustained basis. Indian Overseas Bank's managing director and chief executive, Ajay Kumar Srivastava, said the status quo reflects a 'safety first' approach wherein the central bank is prioritising macroeconomic stability. "A cautious stance is warranted amid evolving global uncertainties, particular

RBI policy prudent, well-calibrated: Bankers welcome regulatory measures
Updated On : 08 Apr 2026 | 11:45 PM IST

RBI to introduce new framework for NBFC classification, says guv Malhotra

RBI plans to introduce a new framework to classify NBFCs into upper, middle and lower layers, replacing the current scale-based regulation system

RBI to introduce new framework for NBFC classification, says guv Malhotra
Updated On : 08 Apr 2026 | 11:19 PM IST

RBI plans to rationalise board norms, shift focus to strategy, policy

RBI plans to revise board norms to reduce compliance burden and enable bank boards to focus more on strategy and policy, amid feedback from industry stakeholders

RBI plans to rationalise board norms, shift focus to strategy, policy
Updated On : 08 Apr 2026 | 11:18 PM IST

Between easing inflation and rising geopolitical risks, RBI chooses caution

RBI holds rates amid West Asia uncertainty, with oil prices and geopolitical risks set to shape inflation, growth, and future policy moves

Between easing inflation and rising geopolitical risks, RBI chooses caution
Updated On : 08 Apr 2026 | 10:18 PM IST

RBI simplifies MSME onboarding on TReDS, removes due diligence norm

RBI proposes removing due diligence requirement for MSMEs on TReDS platform to improve access to working capital and encourage wider participation

RBI simplifies MSME onboarding on TReDS, removes due diligence norm
Updated On : 08 Apr 2026 | 7:42 PM IST

Rs 40 lakh home loan: Cut EMI, save interest now; experts explain how

No immediate EMI relief, but steady rates give borrowers a chance to refinance, prepay, and cut long-term loan costs

Rs 40 lakh home loan: Cut EMI, save interest now; experts explain how
Updated On : 08 Apr 2026 | 5:19 PM IST

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

The central bank raised its inflation forecast to 4.6 per cent and flagged risks from West Asia tensions, while projecting GDP growth at 6.9 per cent for the current financial year

RBI's MPC keeps repo rate unchanged at 5.25%, retains neutral stance
Updated On : 08 Apr 2026 | 4:20 PM IST

Markets at crossroads: Policy framework must for sustained up move

While the Iran-US ceasefire has triggered a risk-on rally, amid falling oil prices, and improved investor sentiment, Apruva Sheth writes that the RBI policy will decide long-term trend sustainability

Markets at crossroads: Policy framework must for sustained up move
Updated On : 08 Apr 2026 | 3:07 PM IST

RBI holds repo rate: What it means for equity, bond market investors?

RBI, on Wednesday, kept repo rate unchanged at 5.25% but trimmed FY27 growth outlook. Pankaj Pandey of ICICI Securities explains the policy impact onequity markets, bond yields, and investor strategy

RBI holds repo rate: What it means for equity, bond market investors?
Updated On : 08 Apr 2026 | 2:11 PM IST

RBI policy shows it may be time to give fixed income investment a chance

West Asia conflict shifts RBI tone to caution; Rajkumar Singhal suggests investment strategy as RBI cuts growth outlook, raises inflation forecast

RBI policy shows it may be time to give fixed income investment a chance
Updated On : 08 Apr 2026 | 1:38 PM IST

RBI policy carefully balances growth and inflation control: Somil Mehta

On the growth side, the RBI has maintained a positive outlook, projecting gross domestic product (GDP) growth at 6.9 per cent for FY27

RBI policy carefully balances growth and inflation control: Somil Mehta
Updated On : 08 Apr 2026 | 1:19 PM IST

RBI policy highlights underlying risks for India despite US-Iran ceasefire

RBI flags inflation risks and trims FY27 growth to 6.9% despite US-Iran ceasefire relief. Gaura Sengupta highlights 5 key risks that RBI policy flags for India's economy

RBI policy highlights underlying risks for India despite US-Iran ceasefire
Updated On : 08 Apr 2026 | 1:12 PM IST

RBI signals liquidity range to retain overnight rates closer to policy rate

RBI maintained that the weighted ​average call rate (WACR) is its operative rate, and it aims to keep ‌it as close to the policy repo rate as possible

RBI signals liquidity range to retain overnight rates closer to policy rate
Updated On : 08 Apr 2026 | 1:11 PM IST

From goldilocks to vulnerable: How RBI navigated West Asia energy shock

From the growth perspective, the governor's comment that " growth impulses remain strong, supported by robust private consumption and sustained investment demand" is significant and reassuring

From goldilocks to vulnerable: How RBI navigated West Asia energy shock
Updated On : 08 Apr 2026 | 12:40 PM IST

FD returns back in focus after RBI policy: Check top bank interest rates

RBI's rate pause gives FD investors clarity, with returns holding firm as market volatility pushes savers towards safer options

FD returns back in focus after RBI policy: Check top bank interest rates
Updated On : 08 Apr 2026 | 12:35 PM IST

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

Yes, risks are rising, but India can manage them: What RBI Guv Malhotra said
Updated On : 08 Apr 2026 | 11:57 AM IST

RBI repo rate at 5.25%: Save up to Rs 14 lakh on Rs 75 lakh home loan EMI

RBI keeps repo rate steady at 5.25%, holding EMIs stable while preserving savings from earlier rate cuts for home loan borrowers

RBI repo rate at 5.25%: Save up to Rs 14 lakh on Rs 75 lakh home loan EMI
Updated On : 08 Apr 2026 | 11:23 AM IST

EMIs stay steady, but uncertainty rises: What RBI's policy means for you

The central bank has decided to keep the repo rate unchanged at 5.25%, choosing caution at a time when global uncertainties are beginning to cloud the economic outlook. For borrowers, this means your

EMIs stay steady, but uncertainty rises: What RBI's policy means for you
Updated On : 08 Apr 2026 | 11:22 AM IST

Rate sensitives gain up to 10% after RBI keeps repo rate unchanged at 5.25%

Bank, realty, auto and financial services stocks surged up to 10 per cent after the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) maintained status quo

Rate sensitives gain up to 10% after RBI keeps repo rate unchanged at 5.25%
Updated On : 08 Apr 2026 | 11:22 AM IST

RBI Policy provides a practical picture of the road ahead amid West Asia war

Rate cuts can now be ruled out and the question will be more on when there can be a rate hike. A clearer picture will emerge over the next few months

RBI Policy provides a practical picture of the road ahead amid West Asia war
Updated On : 08 Apr 2026 | 10:57 AM IST