Press Releases - Regulating Commercial Banking - আরবিআই - Reserve Bank of India
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অক্টোবর 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
অক্টোবর 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
সেপ্টেম্বর 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
সেপ্টেম্বর 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
সেপ্টেম্বর 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
সেপ্টেম্বর 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)
এপ্রিল 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
এপ্রিল 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
মার্চ 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
ফেব 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
ফেব 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
ডিসেম্বর 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
ডিসেম্বর 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
নভেম্বর 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
নভেম্বর 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
নভেম্বর 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
নভেম্বর 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
নভেম্বর 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
নভেম্বর 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
অক্টোবর 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
সেপ্টেম্বর 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
আগস্ট 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
আগস্ট 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
আগস্ট 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
এপ্রিল 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
মার্চ 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
মার্চ 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
ফেব 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
ফেব 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
ফেব 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
জানু 14, 1999
Reserve Bank of India to operationalise ALM system in banks
Chief executives of banks have been advised by the Reserve Bank of India to put in place the Asset Liability Management system by April 1, 1999 inorder to measure the risks. Keeping in view the constraints of the prevailing management information system and the level of computerisations, it was decided that banks will capture at least 60 per cent of the data on their assets and liabilities in the first year of implementation of ALM system.The Reserve Bank of India had
Chief executives of banks have been advised by the Reserve Bank of India to put in place the Asset Liability Management system by April 1, 1999 inorder to measure the risks. Keeping in view the constraints of the prevailing management information system and the level of computerisations, it was decided that banks will capture at least 60 per cent of the data on their assets and liabilities in the first year of implementation of ALM system.The Reserve Bank of India had
জানু 01, 1999
Aggregate Deposits and Gross Bank Credit of All Scheduled Commercial Banks:Quarterly Handout : Last Friday of September 1998
The "Banking Statistics : Quarterly Handout - September 1998" providing data on Aggregate Deposits and Gross Bank Credit of Scheduled Commercial Banks as on last Friday of September 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 group
The "Banking Statistics : Quarterly Handout - September 1998" providing data on Aggregate Deposits and Gross Bank Credit of Scheduled Commercial Banks as on last Friday of September 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 group
ডিসেম্বর 01, 1998
RBI appeal to IT payers
The Reserve Bank of India has advised income tax assessees to take advantage of paying advance income tax at branches of designated banks. 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 have bee
The Reserve Bank of India has advised income tax assessees to take advantage of paying advance income tax at branches of designated banks. 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 have bee
নভেম্বর 05, 1998
Facility to operate bank account by old/sick/incapacitated customers
The Reserve Bank of India has prescribed a procedure which banks can follow to enable the old/sick/incapacitated account holders to operate their bank accounts. In a circular issued recently, the Reserve Bank has identified two categories of sick/old/incapacitated customers. One, who is too ill to sign a cheque/cannot be physically present in the bank to withdraw money from his bank account but can put his/her thumb impression on the cheque/withdrawal form; and the ot
The Reserve Bank of India has prescribed a procedure which banks can follow to enable the old/sick/incapacitated account holders to operate their bank accounts. In a circular issued recently, the Reserve Bank has identified two categories of sick/old/incapacitated customers. One, who is too ill to sign a cheque/cannot be physically present in the bank to withdraw money from his bank account but can put his/her thumb impression on the cheque/withdrawal form; and the ot
অক্টোবর 31, 1998
RBI sets up a Working Group of Bankers to improve delivery systems and simplify procedure for provision of credit and other facilities to exporters
The Reserve Bank of India today announced the decision to set up a Working Group under the chairmanship of Shri V.Subrahmanyam, currently Executive Director, Reserve Bank of India in order to improve the procedures for credit delivery, to review facilities available to exporters and suggest improvements. The other members of the Group are: Sr.No. Name Designation Name of Bank 1. Shri H.Lal Chief General Manager State Bank of India 2. Shri A.K.S.Rao General Manager Can
The Reserve Bank of India today announced the decision to set up a Working Group under the chairmanship of Shri V.Subrahmanyam, currently Executive Director, Reserve Bank of India in order to improve the procedures for credit delivery, to review facilities available to exporters and suggest improvements. The other members of the Group are: Sr.No. Name Designation Name of Bank 1. Shri H.Lal Chief General Manager State Bank of India 2. Shri A.K.S.Rao General Manager Can
অক্টোবর 06, 1998
Aggregate Deposits and Gross Bank Credit of All Scheduled Commercial Banks: Quarterly Handout : Last Friday of June 1998
The 'Banking Statistics : Quarterly Handout - June 1998'providing data on Aggregate Deposits and Gross Bank Credit of Scheduled Commercial Banks as on last Friday of June 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 returns. Data have been presented according to top hundred centres, population groups, districts, states and bank groups. 2 The t
The 'Banking Statistics : Quarterly Handout - June 1998'providing data on Aggregate Deposits and Gross Bank Credit of Scheduled Commercial Banks as on last Friday of June 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 returns. Data have been presented according to top hundred centres, population groups, districts, states and bank groups. 2 The t
অক্টোবর 03, 1998
Credit Cards : Additional Facility for NRIs
As a convenience to non-resident Indians (NRIs), the Reserve Bank of India has removed all restrictions on NRIs nominating their relatives or other resident Indians as additional credit card holders against their own foreign currency accounts held overseas. Any NRI can now have an additional credit card issued for a resident of India, payment for which can be made against his foreign currency account held abroad. General permission to this effect is being issued by th
As a convenience to non-resident Indians (NRIs), the Reserve Bank of India has removed all restrictions on NRIs nominating their relatives or other resident Indians as additional credit card holders against their own foreign currency accounts held overseas. Any NRI can now have an additional credit card issued for a resident of India, payment for which can be made against his foreign currency account held abroad. General permission to this effect is being issued by th
সেপ্টেম্বর 10, 1998
Asset - Liability Management (ALM) System (Part 1 of 4)
RESERVE BANK OF INDIA CENTRAL OFFICE DEPARTMENT OF BANKING OPERATIONS & DEVELOPMENT CENTRE -1, WORLD TRADE CENTRE, CUFFE PARADE, COLABA, MUMBAI-400 005. Telegrams : 'BANKCHALAN' Mumbai Telephone : 2189131-39 Telex No. : 011-86135 Post Box No. : 6089 Fax No. : 0091-22-2183785 0091-22-2188770 Please quote in replay 19 Ref. : DBOD No. .................... 19 . (Sake) DBQD. No. BP. BC.94 /21.04.098 / 98 September 10, 1998 To All Scheduled Commercial Banks (excluding R
RESERVE BANK OF INDIA CENTRAL OFFICE DEPARTMENT OF BANKING OPERATIONS & DEVELOPMENT CENTRE -1, WORLD TRADE CENTRE, CUFFE PARADE, COLABA, MUMBAI-400 005. Telegrams : 'BANKCHALAN' Mumbai Telephone : 2189131-39 Telex No. : 011-86135 Post Box No. : 6089 Fax No. : 0091-22-2183785 0091-22-2188770 Please quote in replay 19 Ref. : DBOD No. .................... 19 . (Sake) DBQD. No. BP. BC.94 /21.04.098 / 98 September 10, 1998 To All Scheduled Commercial Banks (excluding R
সেপ্টেম্বর 10, 1998
ALM - Guidelines (Part 2 of 4)
Over the last few years the Indian financial markets have witnessed wide ranging changes at fast pace. Intense competition for business involving both the assets and liabilities, together with increasing volatility in the domestic interest rates as well as foreign exchange rates, has brought pressure on the management of banks to maintain a good balance among spreads, profitability and long-term viability. These pressures call for structured and comprehensive measures
Over the last few years the Indian financial markets have witnessed wide ranging changes at fast pace. Intense competition for business involving both the assets and liabilities, together with increasing volatility in the domestic interest rates as well as foreign exchange rates, has brought pressure on the management of banks to maintain a good balance among spreads, profitability and long-term viability. These pressures call for structured and comprehensive measures
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