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জানু 18, 2001
Advisory Group on International Accounting and Auditing submits report
The Advisory Group on International Accounting and Auditing submitted its report to the Standing Committee on International Standards and Codes today. The Advisory Group is headed by Shri Y.H.Malegam with Shri N.P.Sarda, Shri Mohindar M.Khanna and Shri T.V.Mohandas Pai as members. The report is available on the RBI website (www.rbi.org.in) It may be recalled that Standing Committee on International Financial Standards and Codes was constituted in December 1999 in orde
The Advisory Group on International Accounting and Auditing submitted its report to the Standing Committee on International Standards and Codes today. The Advisory Group is headed by Shri Y.H.Malegam with Shri N.P.Sarda, Shri Mohindar M.Khanna and Shri T.V.Mohandas Pai as members. The report is available on the RBI website (www.rbi.org.in) It may be recalled that Standing Committee on International Financial Standards and Codes was constituted in December 1999 in orde
জানু 16, 2001
Aggregate Deposits and Gross Bank Credit of All Scheduled Commercial Banks Quarterly Handout: As on Last Friday of September 2000
The 'Banking Statistics: Quarterly Handout – September 2000' providing data on Aggregate Deposits and Gross Bank Credit of Scheduled Commercial Banks as on Last Friday of September 2000, with various classifications, has been published by Reserve Bank of India. The primary data have been collected from the Scheduled Commercial Banks through the BSR-7 return. Data have been presented according to top hundred centres, population groups, districts, states and bank groups
The 'Banking Statistics: Quarterly Handout – September 2000' providing data on Aggregate Deposits and Gross Bank Credit of Scheduled Commercial Banks as on Last Friday of September 2000, with various classifications, has been published by Reserve Bank of India. The primary data have been collected from the Scheduled Commercial Banks through the BSR-7 return. Data have been presented according to top hundred centres, population groups, districts, states and bank groups
জানু 16, 2001
Advisory Groups on "Payment and Settlement System" and on "Bankruptcy laws" Submit Reports
It may be recalled that Standing Committee on International Financial Standards and Codes was constituted in December 1999 in order to identify and monitor developments in global standards and codes, consider aspects of applicability of these standards to Indian financial system, periodically review the status and make available its reports to all concerned organisations in public or private sector. The Standing Committee chaired by Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of In
It may be recalled that Standing Committee on International Financial Standards and Codes was constituted in December 1999 in order to identify and monitor developments in global standards and codes, consider aspects of applicability of these standards to Indian financial system, periodically review the status and make available its reports to all concerned organisations in public or private sector. The Standing Committee chaired by Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of In
জানু 06, 2001
Aim at being the best: RBI Governor exhorts Indian Financial System
"We have the comparative advantage, we have the resources, we have the manpower and we also have the respect of the world to make our financial system the best in the world. But the task is not easy." Stating this Dr. Bimal Jalan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India appealed to the National Institute for Bank Management and the banking community to debate and come up with a blueprint for the future of the banking system in India in say, another 10-15 years. The Governor w
"We have the comparative advantage, we have the resources, we have the manpower and we also have the respect of the world to make our financial system the best in the world. But the task is not easy." Stating this Dr. Bimal Jalan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India appealed to the National Institute for Bank Management and the banking community to debate and come up with a blueprint for the future of the banking system in India in say, another 10-15 years. The Governor w
জানু 03, 2001
Guidelines on entry of new banks in the private sector
The guidelines for licensing of new banks in the private sector were issued by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on January 22, 1993. Out of various applications received, RBI had granted licences to 10 banks. After a review of the experience gained on the functioning of the new banks in the private sector, in consultation with the Government, it has now been decided to revise the licensing guidelines. The revised guidelines for entry of new banks in private sector are
The guidelines for licensing of new banks in the private sector were issued by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on January 22, 1993. Out of various applications received, RBI had granted licences to 10 banks. After a review of the experience gained on the functioning of the new banks in the private sector, in consultation with the Government, it has now been decided to revise the licensing guidelines. The revised guidelines for entry of new banks in private sector are
ডিচে 01, 2000
Income-Tax Payment at Designated Banks Branches
December 1, 2000 The Reserve Bank of India has advised income tax assessees that over 800 branches of public sector banks in Mumbai and Navi Mumbai are authorised to accept payment of income tax dues as a standing arrangement.Income-tax assessees may take advantage of these standing arrangements made for their convenience. The Reserve Bank has also advised income-tax assessees in Mumbai and Navi Mumbai cities to deposit their income tax dues sufficiently in advance to
December 1, 2000 The Reserve Bank of India has advised income tax assessees that over 800 branches of public sector banks in Mumbai and Navi Mumbai are authorised to accept payment of income tax dues as a standing arrangement.Income-tax assessees may take advantage of these standing arrangements made for their convenience. The Reserve Bank has also advised income-tax assessees in Mumbai and Navi Mumbai cities to deposit their income tax dues sufficiently in advance to
নৱে 29, 2000
RBI Working Group on Risk based Internal Inspection/Audit in Banks
The Reserve Bank of India has set up a multi-disciplinary working group to look into introduction of risk based internal inspection/audit in banks in India and to make suitable recommendations. The composition of the Working Group is:1.Shri G. Sitharaman:Chairman President The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India 2.Shri K. L. Khetarpaul:Member Chief General Manager-in-Charge Reserve Bank of India Department of Banking Supervision Central Office, Mumbai 3.Shri A
The Reserve Bank of India has set up a multi-disciplinary working group to look into introduction of risk based internal inspection/audit in banks in India and to make suitable recommendations. The composition of the Working Group is:1.Shri G. Sitharaman:Chairman President The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India 2.Shri K. L. Khetarpaul:Member Chief General Manager-in-Charge Reserve Bank of India Department of Banking Supervision Central Office, Mumbai 3.Shri A
নৱে 15, 2000
RBI releases Report on Trend and Progress of Banking in India - 1999-2000
The Reserve Bank of India today released its Report on Trend and Progress of Banking in India - 1999-2000. The Report gives a detailed account of the performance of commercial banks, cooperative banks, development financial institutions and non-bank finance companies. In addition, the Report also gives policies and regulatory environment under which these institutions operate. The first chapter captures the banking developments and perspectives. In particular, attenti
The Reserve Bank of India today released its Report on Trend and Progress of Banking in India - 1999-2000. The Report gives a detailed account of the performance of commercial banks, cooperative banks, development financial institutions and non-bank finance companies. In addition, the Report also gives policies and regulatory environment under which these institutions operate. The first chapter captures the banking developments and perspectives. In particular, attenti
নৱে 10, 2000
Working Group on Consolidated Accounting to Facilitate Consolidated Supervision
The Reserve Bank of India has set up a multi-disciplinary working group to look into the introduction of consolidated accounting and other quantitative techniques of consolidated supervision of bank groups. The composition of the Working Group is: 1. Shri Vipin MallikChairman Chartered Accountant Member, Central Board of Directors, Reserve Bank of India 2. Shri K L KhetarpaulMember Chief General Manager-in-charge Reserve Bank of India Department of Banking Supervision
The Reserve Bank of India has set up a multi-disciplinary working group to look into the introduction of consolidated accounting and other quantitative techniques of consolidated supervision of bank groups. The composition of the Working Group is: 1. Shri Vipin MallikChairman Chartered Accountant Member, Central Board of Directors, Reserve Bank of India 2. Shri K L KhetarpaulMember Chief General Manager-in-charge Reserve Bank of India Department of Banking Supervision
অক্টো 16, 2000
Aggregate Deposits and Gross Bank Credit of All Scheduled Commercial Banks : Quarterly Handout : June 2000
The 'Banking Statistics: Quarterly Handout - June 2000' providing data on aggregate deposits and gross bank credit of scheduled commercial banks as on last Friday of June 2000 with various classifications, has been published by the Reserve Bank of India. The primary data have been collected from the scheduled commercial banks through the BSR-7 return. Data have been presented according to top hundred centres, population groups, districts, states and bank groups. The p
The 'Banking Statistics: Quarterly Handout - June 2000' providing data on aggregate deposits and gross bank credit of scheduled commercial banks as on last Friday of June 2000 with various classifications, has been published by the Reserve Bank of India. The primary data have been collected from the scheduled commercial banks through the BSR-7 return. Data have been presented according to top hundred centres, population groups, districts, states and bank groups. The p
অক্টো 05, 2000
No Change in Bank Rate /CRR considered : RBI Governor
In response to a question from media persons on the sidelines of the Sixth Annual Seminar on Mutual Fund Industry, Dr. Bimal Jalan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India confirmed that "The mid-term review of the Monetary and Credit Policy, will be an absolutely routine exercise." He further added that the policy will review the developments in the economy and financial markets, including the forex market, since April. "No change in Bank Rate or Cash Reserve Ratio(CRR) is b
In response to a question from media persons on the sidelines of the Sixth Annual Seminar on Mutual Fund Industry, Dr. Bimal Jalan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India confirmed that "The mid-term review of the Monetary and Credit Policy, will be an absolutely routine exercise." He further added that the policy will review the developments in the economy and financial markets, including the forex market, since April. "No change in Bank Rate or Cash Reserve Ratio(CRR) is b
ছেপ্তে 28, 2000
RBI Working Group on Discount of Bills submits Report
Making bill finance available at interest rates lower than loan or cash credit, freedom to individual banks to lay down norms, abolition of stamp duty on bills of usance up to 182 days and exemption from stamp duty to financial institutions and registered non-banking finance companies are some of the recommendations of the Working Group on Discounting of Bills by Banks. The Working Group has also recommended allowing borrowers to discount bills drawn under letters of
Making bill finance available at interest rates lower than loan or cash credit, freedom to individual banks to lay down norms, abolition of stamp duty on bills of usance up to 182 days and exemption from stamp duty to financial institutions and registered non-banking finance companies are some of the recommendations of the Working Group on Discounting of Bills by Banks. The Working Group has also recommended allowing borrowers to discount bills drawn under letters of
ছেপ্তে 26, 2000
Advisory Group on Insurance Regulation - Part I
The Standing Committee on International Financial Standards and Codes (Chairman Dr. Y. V. Reddy) appointed 10 Advisory Groups of which Advisory Group on Insurance Regulation is one. The Group is chaired by Shri R. Ramakrishnan, former Executive Director, Life Insurance Corporation of India with Shri L. P. Venkataraman, Shri R. C. Rao, Shri T. G. Menon, Shri N. C. Gupta, as members. The Advisory Group has submitted Part I of the report. In accordance with the terms of
The Standing Committee on International Financial Standards and Codes (Chairman Dr. Y. V. Reddy) appointed 10 Advisory Groups of which Advisory Group on Insurance Regulation is one. The Group is chaired by Shri R. Ramakrishnan, former Executive Director, Life Insurance Corporation of India with Shri L. P. Venkataraman, Shri R. C. Rao, Shri T. G. Menon, Shri N. C. Gupta, as members. The Advisory Group has submitted Part I of the report. In accordance with the terms of
ছেপ্তে 22, 2000
Advisory Group on Banking Supervision - Part I
The Standing Committee on International Financial Standards and Codes (Chairman : Dr. Y. V. Reddy) had appointed ten Advisory Groups of which Advisory Group on Banking Supervision is one. The Group is chaired by Shri M. S. Verma, former Chairman, State Bank of India, with Shri K. R. Ramamoorthy, Shri H. N. Sinor and Shri Janki Ballabh as members. The Advisory Group has submitted Part I of its Report which deals with corporate governance in banks, supervision of cross
The Standing Committee on International Financial Standards and Codes (Chairman : Dr. Y. V. Reddy) had appointed ten Advisory Groups of which Advisory Group on Banking Supervision is one. The Group is chaired by Shri M. S. Verma, former Chairman, State Bank of India, with Shri K. R. Ramamoorthy, Shri H. N. Sinor and Shri Janki Ballabh as members. The Advisory Group has submitted Part I of its Report which deals with corporate governance in banks, supervision of cross
ছেপ্তে 09, 2000
Pay Income-tax dues in advance at any designated bank branch : RBI
The Reserve Bank of India has advised income-tax assessees in the cities of Mumbai and Navi Mumbai to take advantage of paying their income-tax dues at any of the designated bank branches. The income-tax department has authorised approximately 781 branches of public sector banks in Mumbai and Navi Mumbai to accept payment of income-tax dues. The Reserve Bank has also advised income-tax assessees to avoid last minute rush at the Reserve Bank / designated banks' counter
The Reserve Bank of India has advised income-tax assessees in the cities of Mumbai and Navi Mumbai to take advantage of paying their income-tax dues at any of the designated bank branches. The income-tax department has authorised approximately 781 branches of public sector banks in Mumbai and Navi Mumbai to accept payment of income-tax dues. The Reserve Bank has also advised income-tax assessees to avoid last minute rush at the Reserve Bank / designated banks' counter
জুলাই 11, 2000
Aggregate Deposits and Gross Bank Credit of All Scheduled Commercial Banks:Quarterly Handout : March 2000
The 'Banking Statistics: Quarterly Handout – March 2000' providing data on aggregate deposits and gross bank credit of scheduled commercial banks as on March 31, 2000, with various classifications, has been published by Reserve Bank of India. The primary data have been collected from the Scheduled Commercial Banks through the BSR-7 return. Data have been presented according to top hundred centres, population groups, districts, states and bank groups. The publication i
The 'Banking Statistics: Quarterly Handout – March 2000' providing data on aggregate deposits and gross bank credit of scheduled commercial banks as on March 31, 2000, with various classifications, has been published by Reserve Bank of India. The primary data have been collected from the Scheduled Commercial Banks through the BSR-7 return. Data have been presented according to top hundred centres, population groups, districts, states and bank groups. The publication i
জুলাই 10, 2000
RBI's FAQs on Banking Matters
The Reserve Bank of India has published a booklet titled 'Replies to Questions, Frequently asked on Banking Matters' aims at providing answers to frequently asked questions on bank deposits, advances, hiring of premises by banks, advances against shares and debentures, etc. and is directed at banks, industry, associations and general public as well.The Reserve Bank of India issues circulars and directives from time to time on banking matters. Every effort is made to e
The Reserve Bank of India has published a booklet titled 'Replies to Questions, Frequently asked on Banking Matters' aims at providing answers to frequently asked questions on bank deposits, advances, hiring of premises by banks, advances against shares and debentures, etc. and is directed at banks, industry, associations and general public as well.The Reserve Bank of India issues circulars and directives from time to time on banking matters. Every effort is made to e
জুলাই 03, 2000
RBI releases FAQs on Banking Matters
The Reserve Bank of India has been issuing circulars and directives from time to time. While issuing such circulars/directives, every effort is made to ensure clarity of the instructions with rationale and logic. There have been occasions when banks, members of public, etc., sought clarifications or interpretation of the instructions conveyed. It was, therefore, felt that if a booklet was compiled containing answers to off repeated questions, it would be helpful to al
The Reserve Bank of India has been issuing circulars and directives from time to time. While issuing such circulars/directives, every effort is made to ensure clarity of the instructions with rationale and logic. There have been occasions when banks, members of public, etc., sought clarifications or interpretation of the instructions conveyed. It was, therefore, felt that if a booklet was compiled containing answers to off repeated questions, it would be helpful to al
জুন 21, 2000
DBOD circulars on CD/RBI Web
The Reserve Bank of India has brought out a compact disc (CD) containing all the circulars issued by the Department of Banking Operations and Development up to March 31, 2000. In the CD the instructions issued up to end of 1995 are available in the form of a compendium; whereas those issued from January 1, 1996 are available in full text. The CD has been sent to all the banks. The contents of the CD are also made available on the RBI website (www.circulars.rbi.org.in)
The Reserve Bank of India has brought out a compact disc (CD) containing all the circulars issued by the Department of Banking Operations and Development up to March 31, 2000. In the CD the instructions issued up to end of 1995 are available in the form of a compendium; whereas those issued from January 1, 1996 are available in full text. The CD has been sent to all the banks. The contents of the CD are also made available on the RBI website (www.circulars.rbi.org.in)
এপ্ৰিল 18, 2000
Aggregate Deposits and Gross Bank Credit of All Scheduled Commercial Banks : Quarterly Handout : December 1999
The 'Banking Statistics: Quarterly Handout - December 1999' providing data on aggregate deposits and gross bank credit of scheduled commercial banks as on December 31, 1999 with various classifications, has been published by the Reserve Bank of India. The primary data have been collected from the scheduled commercial banks through the BSR-7 return. Data have been presented according to top hundred centres, population groups, districts, states and bank groups. The publ
The 'Banking Statistics: Quarterly Handout - December 1999' providing data on aggregate deposits and gross bank credit of scheduled commercial banks as on December 31, 1999 with various classifications, has been published by the Reserve Bank of India. The primary data have been collected from the scheduled commercial banks through the BSR-7 return. Data have been presented according to top hundred centres, population groups, districts, states and bank groups. The publ
এপ্ৰিল 01, 2000
Reserve Bank of India announces Monetary Easing Measures to lower Interest Rates
On a review of liquidity and market conditions, Reserve Bank of India today announced the following measures: A reduction in Bank Rate by 1.0 percentage point from its present level of 8.0 per cent to 7.0 percent as at the close of business of April 1, 2000; A reduction in Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR) by 1 percentage point from its present level of 9.0 per cent to 8.0 per cent in two stages by 0.5 percentage point each effective from fortnights beginning April, 8 and Apri
On a review of liquidity and market conditions, Reserve Bank of India today announced the following measures: A reduction in Bank Rate by 1.0 percentage point from its present level of 8.0 per cent to 7.0 percent as at the close of business of April 1, 2000; A reduction in Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR) by 1 percentage point from its present level of 9.0 per cent to 8.0 per cent in two stages by 0.5 percentage point each effective from fortnights beginning April, 8 and Apri
মাৰ্চ 06, 2000
Designated bank branches to receive advance Income-tax
For the convenience of income tax (IT) assessees, arrangements have been made for receipt of advance income tax at 415 specified bank branches, the Reserve Bank of India has stated in a press release. Seventy-six branches of Bank of Baroda, 72 branches of Bank of India, 23 branches of Bank of Maharashtra, 71 branches of Central Bank of India, 21 branches of Dena Bank, 37 branches of Indian Overseas Bank, 70 branches of State Bank of India, 17 branches of United Bank o
For the convenience of income tax (IT) assessees, arrangements have been made for receipt of advance income tax at 415 specified bank branches, the Reserve Bank of India has stated in a press release. Seventy-six branches of Bank of Baroda, 72 branches of Bank of India, 23 branches of Bank of Maharashtra, 71 branches of Central Bank of India, 21 branches of Dena Bank, 37 branches of Indian Overseas Bank, 70 branches of State Bank of India, 17 branches of United Bank o
ফেব্ৰু 25, 2000
Amalgamation of Times Bank with HDFC Bank
In exercise of the powers contained in Sub-section (4) of Section 44A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949, the Reserve Bank of India has sanctioned the Scheme of Amalgamation of the Times Bank Ltd. With the HDFC Bank Ltd. The Scheme shall come into force with effect from February 26, 2000. All the branches of the Times Bank Ltd. Shall, from February 26, 2000, function as branches of HDFC Bank Ltd.Ajit Prasad ManagerPress Release : 1999-2000/1140
In exercise of the powers contained in Sub-section (4) of Section 44A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949, the Reserve Bank of India has sanctioned the Scheme of Amalgamation of the Times Bank Ltd. With the HDFC Bank Ltd. The Scheme shall come into force with effect from February 26, 2000. All the branches of the Times Bank Ltd. Shall, from February 26, 2000, function as branches of HDFC Bank Ltd.Ajit Prasad ManagerPress Release : 1999-2000/1140
ফেব্ৰু 21, 2000
PSBs can now open Savings Accounts In the Name of Zilla Parishads/Gram Panchayats
The Reserve Bank of India has now allowed public sector banks to open savings bank accounts in the name of Zilla Parishads/Gram Panchayats in respect of funds released for implementation of various rural development/welfare programmes and/or subsidy/margin-money linked programmes sponsored by the State Governments/Government of India.The Reserve Bank earlier this year had allowed public sector banks to open savings bank accounts in the name of Collector/District Magis
The Reserve Bank of India has now allowed public sector banks to open savings bank accounts in the name of Zilla Parishads/Gram Panchayats in respect of funds released for implementation of various rural development/welfare programmes and/or subsidy/margin-money linked programmes sponsored by the State Governments/Government of India.The Reserve Bank earlier this year had allowed public sector banks to open savings bank accounts in the name of Collector/District Magis
জানু 24, 2000
PSBs can now open Savings Accounts in the Name of Collector/DM/DC
The Reserve Bank of India has now decided to allow public sector banks to open savings bank accounts in the name of Collector/District Magistrate/District Commissioner in respect of funds released for implementation of member of Parliament Local Area Development Scheme (MPLADS) where the works under the scheme are executed through Planning Department of the State Government. Public sector banks may also open savings bank accounts under MPLADS scheme in the name of Dis
The Reserve Bank of India has now decided to allow public sector banks to open savings bank accounts in the name of Collector/District Magistrate/District Commissioner in respect of funds released for implementation of member of Parliament Local Area Development Scheme (MPLADS) where the works under the scheme are executed through Planning Department of the State Government. Public sector banks may also open savings bank accounts under MPLADS scheme in the name of Dis
জানু 14, 2000
Aggregate Deposits and Gross Bank Credit of All Scheduled Commercial Banks: Quarterly Handout: September 1999
The 'Banking Statistics: Quarterly Handout - September 1999' providing data on Aggregate Deposits and Gross Bank Credit of Scheduled Commercial Banks as on 24th September 1999, with various classifications, has been published by Reserve Bank of India. The primary data have been collected from the Scheduled Commercial Banks through the BSR-7 return. Data have been presented according to top hundred centres, population groups, districts, states and bank groups. The publ
The 'Banking Statistics: Quarterly Handout - September 1999' providing data on Aggregate Deposits and Gross Bank Credit of Scheduled Commercial Banks as on 24th September 1999, with various classifications, has been published by Reserve Bank of India. The primary data have been collected from the Scheduled Commercial Banks through the BSR-7 return. Data have been presented according to top hundred centres, population groups, districts, states and bank groups. The publ
জানু 13, 2000
RBI releases ALM Guidelines for FIs
The Reserve Bank of India has today released the Guidelines on asset liability management (ALM) system for the ten all-India term lending and refinancing institutions (FIs) on its website: www.rbi.org.in. The comprehensive guidelines to these institutions were issued on December 31, 1999 for instituting a structured asset liability management (ALM) system by them. The guidelines will be effective from April 1, 2000. FIs have been advised to constitute an Asset Liabili
The Reserve Bank of India has today released the Guidelines on asset liability management (ALM) system for the ten all-India term lending and refinancing institutions (FIs) on its website: www.rbi.org.in. The comprehensive guidelines to these institutions were issued on December 31, 1999 for instituting a structured asset liability management (ALM) system by them. The guidelines will be effective from April 1, 2000. FIs have been advised to constitute an Asset Liabili
ডিচে 29, 1999
Report of the In-house Working Group on Asset Securitisation
The Reserve Bank of India had set up an in-house Working Group to examine securitisation as a process of financial engineering and its applicability to the Indian financial system, especially in the mortgage and infrastructure sectors. The Working Group, with Shri V.S.N. Murty, Chief General Manager In-Charge of Department of Non-Banking Supervision as the Chairman and Shri K.K. Vohra, Deputy General Manager as Member-Secretary, had, as members, senior officers drawn
The Reserve Bank of India had set up an in-house Working Group to examine securitisation as a process of financial engineering and its applicability to the Indian financial system, especially in the mortgage and infrastructure sectors. The Working Group, with Shri V.S.N. Murty, Chief General Manager In-Charge of Department of Non-Banking Supervision as the Chairman and Shri K.K. Vohra, Deputy General Manager as Member-Secretary, had, as members, senior officers drawn
ডিচে 03, 1999
RBI sets up Working Group on Discounting of Bills by Banks
The Reserve Bank of India has constituted a Working Group on Discounting of Bills by banks to examine the possibility of extending bill discounting facility to services sector. At present, banks are allowed to discount only bills covering purchase of raw material/inventory for production purposes and sale of goods. Bills covering payment of electricity charges, customs duty, hire purchase/lease rental instalments and sale of securities are not eligible for discounting
The Reserve Bank of India has constituted a Working Group on Discounting of Bills by banks to examine the possibility of extending bill discounting facility to services sector. At present, banks are allowed to discount only bills covering purchase of raw material/inventory for production purposes and sale of goods. Bills covering payment of electricity charges, customs duty, hire purchase/lease rental instalments and sale of securities are not eligible for discounting
নৱে 29, 1999
Now Income Tax payment at Designated Bank Branches
The income tax department has authorised designated branches of Bank of Baroda, Bank of India, Bank of Maharashtra, Central Bank of India, Dena Bank, Indian Overseas Bank, State Bank of India and United Bank of India to accept payment of income tax dues. Designated branches of these banks have made arrangements to receive advance income tax.The Reserve Bank of India has advised income tax assessees to take advantage of these standing arrangements made for their conven
The income tax department has authorised designated branches of Bank of Baroda, Bank of India, Bank of Maharashtra, Central Bank of India, Dena Bank, Indian Overseas Bank, State Bank of India and United Bank of India to accept payment of income tax dues. Designated branches of these banks have made arrangements to receive advance income tax.The Reserve Bank of India has advised income tax assessees to take advantage of these standing arrangements made for their conven
নৱে 16, 1999
RBI issues guideline on Debit / Smart Cards
The Reserve Bank of India has issued guidelines to the banks for issuing of debit cards and smart cards. With the spread of information technology, electronic money, namely, debit cards and smart cards are being increasingly used as alternative payment instruments. These guidelines have been issued with a view to helping banks to introduce appropriate schemes in issuing of electronic cards to ease pressure on physical cash.Debit cards are plastic cards connected with
The Reserve Bank of India has issued guidelines to the banks for issuing of debit cards and smart cards. With the spread of information technology, electronic money, namely, debit cards and smart cards are being increasingly used as alternative payment instruments. These guidelines have been issued with a view to helping banks to introduce appropriate schemes in issuing of electronic cards to ease pressure on physical cash.Debit cards are plastic cards connected with
নৱে 15, 1999
RBI releases Report on Trend and Progress of Banking in India 1998-99
The Reserve Bank of India today released its Report on Trend and Progress of Banking in India 1998-99. The Report gives a comprehensive account of the performance of commercial and cooperative banks, as also of other financial entities during 1998-99, besides the policy and regulatory environment in which they operate. The highlight of the Report is a detailed treatment of main aspects of the functioning of the non-banking finance companies (NBFCs).The first chapter c
The Reserve Bank of India today released its Report on Trend and Progress of Banking in India 1998-99. The Report gives a comprehensive account of the performance of commercial and cooperative banks, as also of other financial entities during 1998-99, besides the policy and regulatory environment in which they operate. The highlight of the Report is a detailed treatment of main aspects of the functioning of the non-banking finance companies (NBFCs).The first chapter c
নৱে 12, 1999
Clarification on Gold Deposit Scheme
Some clarifications have been sought as to whether the acceptance of gold under the gold deposit scheme is restricted only to gold in scrap form. The Reserve Bank of India has, therefore, clarified for the information of the general public that gold in any form such as ornaments, jewellery, coins, bars etc. may be tendered by the depositor to the bank authorised to accept such a deposit. The bank will then make a preliminary assay without breaking or changing the form
Some clarifications have been sought as to whether the acceptance of gold under the gold deposit scheme is restricted only to gold in scrap form. The Reserve Bank of India has, therefore, clarified for the information of the general public that gold in any form such as ornaments, jewellery, coins, bars etc. may be tendered by the depositor to the bank authorised to accept such a deposit. The bank will then make a preliminary assay without breaking or changing the form
নৱে 01, 1999
RBI Working Group suggests roadmap for Credit Information Bureau
The Working Group constituted by the Reserve Bank of India to explore the possibilities of setting up a Credit Information Bureau in India submitted its report today. The Group in its report has pointed out that under the existing legal framework disclosure of information on banks’ customers is prohibited. However, pending legislative amendments, a beginning might be made for setting up a Credit Information Bureau that can operate with information relating to suit fil
The Working Group constituted by the Reserve Bank of India to explore the possibilities of setting up a Credit Information Bureau in India submitted its report today. The Group in its report has pointed out that under the existing legal framework disclosure of information on banks’ customers is prohibited. However, pending legislative amendments, a beginning might be made for setting up a Credit Information Bureau that can operate with information relating to suit fil
নৱে 01, 1999
Banks to remain closed on January 1 for Public Dealings
The Reserve Bank of India has issued a directive advising that all scheduled commercial banks, including regional rural banks, would remain closed for public transactions on January 1, 2000. This is in conformity with the international practices as a part of contingency plan for the year 2000 (Y2K) preparations.As per the Reserve Bank directive, banks would have to be kept open on that day for staff members so that continuity of business operations in the year 2000 co
The Reserve Bank of India has issued a directive advising that all scheduled commercial banks, including regional rural banks, would remain closed for public transactions on January 1, 2000. This is in conformity with the international practices as a part of contingency plan for the year 2000 (Y2K) preparations.As per the Reserve Bank directive, banks would have to be kept open on that day for staff members so that continuity of business operations in the year 2000 co
অক্টো 09, 1999
Aggregate Deposits and Gross Bank Credit of All Scheduled Commercial Banks:Quarterly Handout: June 1999
The 'Banking Statistics: Quarterly Handout - June 1999' providing data on aggregate deposits and gross bank credit of scheduled commercial banks as on June 25, 1999, with various classifications, has been published by the Reserve Bank of India. The primary data have been collected from the scheduled commercial banks through the BSR-7 return. Data have been presented according to top hundred centres, population groups, districts, states and bank groups. The publication
The 'Banking Statistics: Quarterly Handout - June 1999' providing data on aggregate deposits and gross bank credit of scheduled commercial banks as on June 25, 1999, with various classifications, has been published by the Reserve Bank of India. The primary data have been collected from the scheduled commercial banks through the BSR-7 return. Data have been presented according to top hundred centres, population groups, districts, states and bank groups. The publication
ছেপ্তে 29, 1999
Banks to remain closed for public on September 30, 1999
All scheduled banks and co-operative banks in India shall remain closed for public transactions on September 30, 1999 to enable them to close their half-yearly books of accounts.Rupambara Padhi ManagerPress Release : 1999-2000/447
All scheduled banks and co-operative banks in India shall remain closed for public transactions on September 30, 1999 to enable them to close their half-yearly books of accounts.Rupambara Padhi ManagerPress Release : 1999-2000/447
আগ 30, 1999
Pay income tax at specified bank branches : Reserve Bank of India
For the convenience of income tax assessees, arrangements have been made for receipt of advance income tax at specified branches of Bank of Baroda, Bank of India, Bank of Maharashtra, Central Bank of India, Dena Bank, Indian Overseas Bank, State Bank of India and United Bank of India. The designated branches of these banks are authorised by the income tax department to accept payment of income tax dues. Assessees are advised to take advantage of these standing arrange
For the convenience of income tax assessees, arrangements have been made for receipt of advance income tax at specified branches of Bank of Baroda, Bank of India, Bank of Maharashtra, Central Bank of India, Dena Bank, Indian Overseas Bank, State Bank of India and United Bank of India. The designated branches of these banks are authorised by the income tax department to accept payment of income tax dues. Assessees are advised to take advantage of these standing arrange
আগ 19, 1999
Report of the Working Group on International Banking Statistics
In the context of the recent crisis in East Asia, the need for collection of timely and comprehensive information on international exposure of commercial banks has assumed critical importance at the international level. With the growing liberalisation of the external sector, close monitoring, on an ongoing basis, of the international claims and liabilities of the Indian banking sector has also become necessary. This will enable India to gauge the developments in inter
In the context of the recent crisis in East Asia, the need for collection of timely and comprehensive information on international exposure of commercial banks has assumed critical importance at the international level. With the growing liberalisation of the external sector, close monitoring, on an ongoing basis, of the international claims and liabilities of the Indian banking sector has also become necessary. This will enable India to gauge the developments in inter
আগ 06, 1999
Reserve Bank releases Report on Repurchase Agreements for Market Feedback
The Reserve Bank of India has today published the report on 'Repurchase Agreements (Repos)', prepared by the sub-group of the erstwhile Technical Advisory Committee on Government Securities Market. Copies of the report are been circulated among market participants, such as, primary dealers, satellite dealers and the Fixed Income and Money Market Dealers Association (FIMMDA) for obtaining their views.There has been continuing demand from the market participants to wide
The Reserve Bank of India has today published the report on 'Repurchase Agreements (Repos)', prepared by the sub-group of the erstwhile Technical Advisory Committee on Government Securities Market. Copies of the report are been circulated among market participants, such as, primary dealers, satellite dealers and the Fixed Income and Money Market Dealers Association (FIMMDA) for obtaining their views.There has been continuing demand from the market participants to wide
জুলাই 06, 1999
Aggregate Deposits and Gross Bank Credit of All Scheduled Commercial Banks : Quarterly Handout:March 31, 1999
The 'Banking Statistics: Quarterly Handout - March 1999' providing data on aggregate deposits and gross bank credit of scheduled commercial banks as on March 31, 1999, with various classifications, has been published by the Reserve Bank of India. The primary data have been collected from the scheduled commercial banks through the BSR-7 return. Data have been presented according to top hundred centres, population groups, districts, states and bank groups. The publicati
The 'Banking Statistics: Quarterly Handout - March 1999' providing data on aggregate deposits and gross bank credit of scheduled commercial banks as on March 31, 1999, with various classifications, has been published by the Reserve Bank of India. The primary data have been collected from the scheduled commercial banks through the BSR-7 return. Data have been presented according to top hundred centres, population groups, districts, states and bank groups. The publicati
জুন 08, 1999
Working Group to explore the possibilities of setting up a Credit Information Bureau in India
The Reserve Bank of India has set up a Working Group to explore the possibilities of setting up a Credit Information Bureau in India. The credit information bureau is being contemplated for the collection of credit information relating to borrowers from lending institutions and for the provision of such information to the financial system, with a view to facilitating the distribution of credit to all sectors of the economy and for related or incidental matters. The co
The Reserve Bank of India has set up a Working Group to explore the possibilities of setting up a Credit Information Bureau in India. The credit information bureau is being contemplated for the collection of credit information relating to borrowers from lending institutions and for the provision of such information to the financial system, with a view to facilitating the distribution of credit to all sectors of the economy and for related or incidental matters. The co
জুন 07, 1999
Banks to register Nomination Facility in Deposit Accounts in Passbooks
The Reserve Bank of India has decided to introduce the practice of recording on the face of the passbooks the position regarding availment of nomination facility. The banks will now be able to record on the face of the passbook the position regarding availment of nomination facility by a depositor. The bank will record this on the passbook with a legend "Nomination Registered". The facility intends to facilitate expeditious settlement of claims by banks in the account
The Reserve Bank of India has decided to introduce the practice of recording on the face of the passbooks the position regarding availment of nomination facility. The banks will now be able to record on the face of the passbook the position regarding availment of nomination facility by a depositor. The bank will record this on the passbook with a legend "Nomination Registered". The facility intends to facilitate expeditious settlement of claims by banks in the account
জুন 02, 1999
Bareilly Corporation branches to function as branches of Bank of Baroda from tomorrow
The Reserve Bank of India has notified that from June 3, 1999, branches of the Bareilly Corporation Bank Ltd. will function as branches of Bank of Baroda.The Bareilly Corporation Bank Ltd. was already under an Order of Moratorium from the close of business on March 8, 1999 up to June 5, 1999 (inclusive). The moratorium was recommended by the Reserve Bank of India to the Government of India under Sub-section (1) of Section 45 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949. The Go
The Reserve Bank of India has notified that from June 3, 1999, branches of the Bareilly Corporation Bank Ltd. will function as branches of Bank of Baroda.The Bareilly Corporation Bank Ltd. was already under an Order of Moratorium from the close of business on March 8, 1999 up to June 5, 1999 (inclusive). The moratorium was recommended by the Reserve Bank of India to the Government of India under Sub-section (1) of Section 45 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949. The Go
এপ্ৰিল 07, 1999
Aggregate Deposits and Gross Bank Credit of All Scheduled Commercial Banks: Quarterly Handout: Last Friday of December 1998
The 'Banking Statistics: Quarterly Handout - December 1998' providing data on Aggregate Deposits and Gross Bank Credit of Scheduled Commercial Banks as on last Friday of December 1998, with various classifications, has been published by Reserve Bank of India. The primary data have been collected from the Scheduled Commercial Banks through the BSR-7 return. Data have been presented according to top hundred centres, population groups, districts, states and bank groups.T
The 'Banking Statistics: Quarterly Handout - December 1998' providing data on Aggregate Deposits and Gross Bank Credit of Scheduled Commercial Banks as on last Friday of December 1998, with various classifications, has been published by Reserve Bank of India. The primary data have been collected from the Scheduled Commercial Banks through the BSR-7 return. Data have been presented according to top hundred centres, population groups, districts, states and bank groups.T
মাৰ্চ 01, 1999
RBI announces reduction in Repo Rate, Bank Rate and CRR
The Reserve Bank of India has today announced the following measures :A reduction in Repo Rate from 8 per cent to 6 per cent effective March 3, 1999. A reduction in Bank Rate from 9 per cent to 8 per cent effective close of business hours on March 1, 1999. A reduction in Cash Reserve Ratio from 11 per cent to 10.5 per cent effective from the fortnight beginning on March 13, 1999.Alpana Killawala General ManagerPress Release : 1998-99/1118
The Reserve Bank of India has today announced the following measures :A reduction in Repo Rate from 8 per cent to 6 per cent effective March 3, 1999. A reduction in Bank Rate from 9 per cent to 8 per cent effective close of business hours on March 1, 1999. A reduction in Cash Reserve Ratio from 11 per cent to 10.5 per cent effective from the fortnight beginning on March 13, 1999.Alpana Killawala General ManagerPress Release : 1998-99/1118
মাৰ্চ 01, 1999
Income Tax Dues can be paid at Designated Bank Branches
For the convenience of income tax assessees, the Income Tax department has authorised designated branches of Bank of Baroda, Bank of India, Bank of Maharashtra, Central Bank of India, Dena Bank, Indian Overseas Bank, State Bank of India and United Bank of India to accept payment of income tax dues. Accordingly, arrangements have been made for receipt of advance income tax at the designated branches of these banks.The Reserve Bank of India has advised assessees to take
For the convenience of income tax assessees, the Income Tax department has authorised designated branches of Bank of Baroda, Bank of India, Bank of Maharashtra, Central Bank of India, Dena Bank, Indian Overseas Bank, State Bank of India and United Bank of India to accept payment of income tax dues. Accordingly, arrangements have been made for receipt of advance income tax at the designated branches of these banks.The Reserve Bank of India has advised assessees to take
ফেব্ৰু 26, 1999
Banks to observe Saturday February 27, 1999 as a whole working day
The Reserve Bank of India has decided that bank branches (including Regional Rural Banks and cooperative banks)will remain open for the whole day on Saturday, February 27, 1999 to obviate the inconvenience caused to customers on account of dislocation of banking services on February 25 and 26, 1999, and in public interest . Normal banking transactions will, therefore, be undertaken in these banks/branches on February 27, 1999 and they will observe business/working hou
The Reserve Bank of India has decided that bank branches (including Regional Rural Banks and cooperative banks)will remain open for the whole day on Saturday, February 27, 1999 to obviate the inconvenience caused to customers on account of dislocation of banking services on February 25 and 26, 1999, and in public interest . Normal banking transactions will, therefore, be undertaken in these banks/branches on February 27, 1999 and they will observe business/working hou
ফেব্ৰু 19, 1999
Final Guidelines on Asset-Liability Management (ALM) System in Banks
The Reserve Bank of India has today issued final guidelines on Asset-Liability Management (ALM) System for implementation by banks effective April 1, 1999. The guidelines mainly address liquidity and interest rate risks and have been formulated to serve as a benchmark for banks not having formal ALM systems. Banks which have already adopted more sophisticated systems, have been permitted to continue their existing systems but have been asked to finetune their manageme
The Reserve Bank of India has today issued final guidelines on Asset-Liability Management (ALM) System for implementation by banks effective April 1, 1999. The guidelines mainly address liquidity and interest rate risks and have been formulated to serve as a benchmark for banks not having formal ALM systems. Banks which have already adopted more sophisticated systems, have been permitted to continue their existing systems but have been asked to finetune their manageme
ফেব্ৰু 08, 1999
RBI Working Group for Revival of Weak Public Sector Banks
In consultation with the Government of India, the Reserve Bank of India has decided to set up a Working Group under the Chairmanship of Shri M. S. Verma, former Chairman of State Bank of India and presently Adviser to the Reserve Bank, to suggest measures for revival of weak public sector banks, with the following members :(i)Shri K. R. Ramamurthy, Chairman, Vysya Bank Limited(ii)Shri M. M. Chitale, Chartered Accountant (former President, Institute of Chartered Accoun
In consultation with the Government of India, the Reserve Bank of India has decided to set up a Working Group under the Chairmanship of Shri M. S. Verma, former Chairman of State Bank of India and presently Adviser to the Reserve Bank, to suggest measures for revival of weak public sector banks, with the following members :(i)Shri K. R. Ramamurthy, Chairman, Vysya Bank Limited(ii)Shri M. M. Chitale, Chartered Accountant (former President, Institute of Chartered Accoun
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