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RBI keeps repo rate unchanged at 5.25%: What it means for your home loan | RBI MPC Outcome

The RBI has kept the repo rate unchanged at 5.25%, meaning there’s no immediate relief—or burden—for home loan borrowers. So, what does this mean for your EMI? Will banks reduce lending rates?

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Updated On : 05 Aug 2026 | 8:38 PM IST

RBI proposes to harmonise framework on interest rates on advances: Malhotra

The proposed framework seeks to standardise loan pricing, benchmark reset dates and interest calculation practices while strengthening transparency and consumer protection

RBI proposes to harmonise framework on interest rates on advances: Malhotra
Updated On : 05 Aug 2026 | 8:15 PM IST

RBI MPC Outcome August 2026: RBI MPC keeps repo rate unchanged at 5.25%, maintains 'neutral' stance

The Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) on Wednesday kept the repo rate unchanged at 5.25 per cent.

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Updated On : 05 Aug 2026 | 7:49 PM IST

Talks on UPI MDR structure still premature, says RBI Governor Malhotra

Governor Sanjay Malhotra says discussions on a merchant discount rate for UPI are premature, stressing the need for sustained investment to strengthen India's digital payments infrastructure.

Talks on UPI MDR structure still premature, says RBI Governor Malhotra
Updated On : 05 Aug 2026 | 7:48 PM IST

RBI MPC Outcome August 2026: Why RBI has kept repo rate unchanged again | Inflation | GDP growth

The RBI has kept the repo rate unchanged at 5.25% for a second straight policy review. Why did the central bank hit pause, what does it expect for inflation and growth,

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Updated On : 05 Aug 2026 | 7:43 PM IST

RBI says bulk deposit norms aim to improve transparency, standardisation

Governor Sanjay Malhotra says the RBI's revised bulk deposit framework seeks to improve transparency and standardise deposit rate disclosures without making major changes to existing norms.

RBI says bulk deposit norms aim to improve transparency, standardisation
Updated On : 05 Aug 2026 | 7:37 PM IST

RBI to issue cyber fraud SOP after refining draft over next four weeks

Deputy Governor Swaminathan J says the RBI has submitted a draft standard operating procedure to the Supreme Court and will refine it before issuing it to regulated entities.

RBI to issue cyber fraud SOP after refining draft over next four weeks
Updated On : 05 Aug 2026 | 7:19 PM IST

RBI sees liquidity surplus peaking in September before normal absorption

Governor Sanjay Malhotra says surplus liquidity is likely to peak around September before being absorbed through higher currency circulation, reserve requirements and maturing forex forwards

RBI sees liquidity surplus peaking in September before normal absorption
Updated On : 05 Aug 2026 | 6:42 PM IST

RBI's balanced pause raises bar for future rate hikes: Amar Ambani, YES Sec

Any further policy tightening is likely to remain contingent on a sustained rise in energy prices or evidence of broader, demand-driven inflationary pressures.

RBI's balanced pause raises bar for future rate hikes: Amar Ambani, YES Sec
Updated On : 05 Aug 2026 | 1:24 PM IST

RBI to issue new draft norms for urban cooperative bank licensing shortly

The proposed framework sets capital, asset quality and governance criteria for cooperative credit societies seeking to become urban cooperative banks after a two-decade pause

RBI to issue new draft norms for urban cooperative bank licensing shortly
Updated On : 05 Aug 2026 | 11:09 AM IST

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

Datanomics: Public sector banks lag in RBI penalty count, but lead in cost
Updated On : 04 Aug 2026 | 11:48 PM IST

SC asks RBI to frame uniform protocol for banks dealing with cyber fraud

The apex court also directed the Centre and states to strengthen measures against digital arrest scams and asked authorities to improve victim compensation and fund recovery

SC asks RBI to frame uniform protocol for banks dealing with cyber fraud
Updated On : 04 Aug 2026 | 11:26 PM IST

SC issues directions to tackle digital fraud, asks RBI to circulate SOP

The Supreme Court on Tuesday asked the Reserve Bank of India to prepare and circulate a standard operating procedure (SOP) for dealing with bank accounts linked to cyber frauds, including mule accounts. Issuing a slew of directions aimed at strengthening the response to cyber-enabled financial frauds, a bench comprising Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V Mohana directed all states, Union Territories (UTs) and law enforcement agencies to ensure the expeditious adoption and operationalisation of the grievance redressal and money restoration modules developed for victims of such frauds. The bench was hearing a suo motu matter 'In Re: Victims of Digital Arrest Related to Forged Documents'. The bench also directed the RBI to provide copies of the SOP to the Registrars General of all high courts. It also asked states and UTs to undertake appropriate public awareness measures to ensure that citizens are informed about these mechanisms. The Registrars General of al

SC issues directions to tackle digital fraud, asks RBI to circulate SOP
Updated On : 04 Aug 2026 | 5:18 PM IST

RBI likely to keep rates unchanged as inflation risks stay in focus

The central bank's six-member Monetary Policy Committee, headed by Governor Sanjay Malhotra, is expected to leave the repurchase rate unchanged at 5.25%

RBI likely to keep rates unchanged as inflation risks stay in focus
Updated On : 04 Aug 2026 | 8:16 AM IST

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

CD issuances plunge in July as mobilisation of FCNR(B) deposits spikes
Updated On : 03 Aug 2026 | 11:52 PM IST

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

Private banks step up FCNR (B) mobilisation with higher deposit rates
Updated On : 03 Aug 2026 | 11:09 PM IST

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

RBI appoints Monisha Chakraborty as executive director from August 3
Updated On : 03 Aug 2026 | 8:31 PM IST

RBI may hold rates, but 50-75 bps hike still in sight: Nippon India MF CIO

Nippon India MF expects the RBI to keep rates unchanged for now, while forecasting a limited 50-75 bps rate hike cycle over the next 12-15 months

RBI may hold rates, but 50-75 bps hike still in sight: Nippon India MF CIO
Updated On : 03 Aug 2026 | 8:18 PM IST

FCNR (B) deposits rose by $28 bn after RBI swap window: MoS Finance

Outstanding FCNR(B) deposits have risen to $60.55 billion from $32.56 billion since the RBI announced its concessional forex swap facility in early June

FCNR (B) deposits rose by $28 bn after RBI swap window: MoS Finance
Updated On : 03 Aug 2026 | 7:53 PM IST

RBI MPC meet begins amid expectations of status quo on interest rates

The three-day meeting of the Reserve Bank of India's rate-setting panel started on Monday amid expectations of a status quo on the benchmark repo rate, with the Monetary Policy Committee slated to announce its decision on August 5. As global uncertainties and inflation risks persist, most experts expect the six-member Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) to adopt a cautious approach despite resilient domestic economic growth. In June, the Reserve Bank had kept its key policy rate unchanged at 5.25 per cent and adopted a cautious wait-and-watch stance as policymakers assessed the fallout of the West Asia conflict. The central bank had raised the retail inflation estimate for 2026-27 to 5.1 per cent from its earlier estimate of 4.6 per cent, largely due to mounting input costs, triggered by the pass-through of higher global energy prices to retail rates of petrol and diesel. It lowered its GDP forecast for FY27 to 6.6 per cent from the 6.9 per cent estimated in April. RBI Governor Sanjay

RBI MPC meet begins amid expectations of status quo on interest rates
Updated On : 03 Aug 2026 | 2:23 PM IST