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Jan 23, 2018
Cancellation of Banking Licence – The Bhopal Nagrik Sahakari Bank Ltd., Bhopal
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has, vide order dated January 17, 2018 cancelled the licence of The Bhopal Nagrik Sahakari Bank Ltd, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh to carry on banking business, with effect from the close of business on January 22, 2018. The Registrar of Co-operative Societies, Madhya Pradesh has also been requested to issue an order for winding up the bank and appoint a liquidator for the bank. The Reserve Bank cancelled the licence of the bank as: The bank d
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has, vide order dated January 17, 2018 cancelled the licence of The Bhopal Nagrik Sahakari Bank Ltd, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh to carry on banking business, with effect from the close of business on January 22, 2018. The Registrar of Co-operative Societies, Madhya Pradesh has also been requested to issue an order for winding up the bank and appoint a liquidator for the bank. The Reserve Bank cancelled the licence of the bank as: The bank d
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Jan 22, 2018
RBI imposes Monetary Penalty on M/s Ramky Finance and Investment (P) Limited
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has imposed a monetary penalty of ₹ 1 lakh on M/s Ramky Finance and Investment (P) Limited (the company) under clause (b) of sub-section (1) of section 58G, read with clause (aa) of sub-section (5) of section 58B of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 (the RBI Act, 1934) for the failure to comply with the directions/orders issued by RBI from time to time. Background M/s Ramky Finance and Investment (P) Limited has changed its name to M/
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has imposed a monetary penalty of ₹ 1 lakh on M/s Ramky Finance and Investment (P) Limited (the company) under clause (b) of sub-section (1) of section 58G, read with clause (aa) of sub-section (5) of section 58B of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 (the RBI Act, 1934) for the failure to comply with the directions/orders issued by RBI from time to time. Background M/s Ramky Finance and Investment (P) Limited has changed its name to M/
Jan 20, 2018
RBI clarifies that official apprehended by CISF not an RBI employee
It has been reported in a section of the media that an RBI officer has been apprehended by CISF, stealing printed currency at the RBI printing facility at Dewas. It is clarified that the Bank Note Press (BNP), Dewas is a unit of Security Printing & Minting Corporation of India Ltd. which is not under the control of the Reserve Bank of India. Further, RBI does not have any official placed with BNP, Dewas. The reports, thus, are not based on facts. RBI regrets to no
It has been reported in a section of the media that an RBI officer has been apprehended by CISF, stealing printed currency at the RBI printing facility at Dewas. It is clarified that the Bank Note Press (BNP), Dewas is a unit of Security Printing & Minting Corporation of India Ltd. which is not under the control of the Reserve Bank of India. Further, RBI does not have any official placed with BNP, Dewas. The reports, thus, are not based on facts. RBI regrets to no
Jan 17, 2018
RBI reiterates legal tender status of ₹ 10 coins of different designs
It has come to the notice of the Reserve Bank that in certain places there is reluctance on part of traders and members of public to accept ₹ 10 coins due to suspicion about their genuineness. It is clarified that the Reserve Bank puts into circulation, the coins minted by mints, which are under the Government of India. These coins have distinctive features to reflect various themes of economic, social and cultural values and are introduced from time to time. As coins
It has come to the notice of the Reserve Bank that in certain places there is reluctance on part of traders and members of public to accept ₹ 10 coins due to suspicion about their genuineness. It is clarified that the Reserve Bank puts into circulation, the coins minted by mints, which are under the Government of India. These coins have distinctive features to reflect various themes of economic, social and cultural values and are introduced from time to time. As coins
Jan 16, 2018
Withdrawal of Directions - The Suri Friends’ Union Co-operative Bank Ltd., Suri, West Bengal
Reserve Bank had issued Directions under Section 35 A read with section 56 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 to The Suri Friends’ Union Co-operative Bank Ltd., Suri, West Bengal vide Directive dated March 28, 2014. Directions imposed were extended and modified from time to time, last being up to January 06, 2018 vide Directive dated June 29, 2017. Reserve Bank, on being satisfied that in the public interest it is necessary to do so, in exercise of the powers vested
Reserve Bank had issued Directions under Section 35 A read with section 56 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 to The Suri Friends’ Union Co-operative Bank Ltd., Suri, West Bengal vide Directive dated March 28, 2014. Directions imposed were extended and modified from time to time, last being up to January 06, 2018 vide Directive dated June 29, 2017. Reserve Bank, on being satisfied that in the public interest it is necessary to do so, in exercise of the powers vested
Jan 10, 2018
Directions under Section 35A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (AACS) – Gomati Nagariya Sahakari Bank Ltd., Jaunpur (Uttar Pradesh)
The Reserve Bank of India has notified that in partial modification of its directive it has, vide directive dated July 03, 2017, relaxed the directions imposed on Gomati Nagariya Sahakari Bank Ltd., Jaunpur (Uttar Pradesh). Now, a sum not exceeding ₹ 30,000/- (Rupees Thirty Thousand only) may be allowed to be withdrawn by a depositor, subject to the conditions specified in the modified directive. All other provisions of the earlier directive dated July 03, 2017 shall
The Reserve Bank of India has notified that in partial modification of its directive it has, vide directive dated July 03, 2017, relaxed the directions imposed on Gomati Nagariya Sahakari Bank Ltd., Jaunpur (Uttar Pradesh). Now, a sum not exceeding ₹ 30,000/- (Rupees Thirty Thousand only) may be allowed to be withdrawn by a depositor, subject to the conditions specified in the modified directive. All other provisions of the earlier directive dated July 03, 2017 shall
Jan 10, 2018
Press Release
RBI has come across reports in a section of media attributing a study on security aspects of Aadhaar by one Shri S. Ananth, an adjunct faculty of Institute for Development and Research in Banking Technology (IDRBT), to RBI researchers. It is clarified that neither the RBI nor its researchers were in any way connected with the study. Further, views expressed by the author are not those of the RBI. Jose J. Kattoor Chief General Manager Press Release: 2017-2018/1900
RBI has come across reports in a section of media attributing a study on security aspects of Aadhaar by one Shri S. Ananth, an adjunct faculty of Institute for Development and Research in Banking Technology (IDRBT), to RBI researchers. It is clarified that neither the RBI nor its researchers were in any way connected with the study. Further, views expressed by the author are not those of the RBI. Jose J. Kattoor Chief General Manager Press Release: 2017-2018/1900
Jan 08, 2018
RBI extends Directions to The Vaish Co-operative Commercial Bank Ltd., New Delhi
The Reserve Bank of India, in exercise of powers vested in it under sub-section (1) of Section 35A read with Section 56 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (As Applicable to Co-operative Societies), hereby directs that the Directive dated August 28, 2015 issued to The Vaish Co-operative Commercial Bank Ltd., New Delhi , as modified from time to time, the validity of which was extended upto January 8, 2018, shall continue to apply to the bank for a further period of si
The Reserve Bank of India, in exercise of powers vested in it under sub-section (1) of Section 35A read with Section 56 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (As Applicable to Co-operative Societies), hereby directs that the Directive dated August 28, 2015 issued to The Vaish Co-operative Commercial Bank Ltd., New Delhi , as modified from time to time, the validity of which was extended upto January 8, 2018, shall continue to apply to the bank for a further period of si
Jan 05, 2018
RBI Introduces ₹ 10 banknote in Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue ₹ 10 denomination banknotes in the Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series, bearing signature of Dr. Urjit R. Patel, Governor, Reserve Bank of India. The new denomination has motif of Sun Temple, Konark on the reverse, depicting the country's cultural heritage. The base colour of the note is Chocolate Brown. The note has other designs, geometric patterns aligning with the overall colour scheme, both at the obverse and reverse. All the
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue ₹ 10 denomination banknotes in the Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series, bearing signature of Dr. Urjit R. Patel, Governor, Reserve Bank of India. The new denomination has motif of Sun Temple, Konark on the reverse, depicting the country's cultural heritage. The base colour of the note is Chocolate Brown. The note has other designs, geometric patterns aligning with the overall colour scheme, both at the obverse and reverse. All the
Jan 04, 2018
Amanath Co-operative Bank Ltd., Bengaluru- Extension of All Inclusive Directions under Section 35A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949(AACS)
It is hereby notified for information of public that the Reserve Bank of India is satisfied that in the public interest, it is necessary to extend the period of operation of the directive dated April 1, 2013 read with subsequent directives, last being dated June 29, 2017 issued to the Amanath Cooperative Bank Ltd, Bengaluru for a further period of six months. Accordingly, the Reserve Bank of India, in exercise of powers vested in it under sub section (1) of Section 35
It is hereby notified for information of public that the Reserve Bank of India is satisfied that in the public interest, it is necessary to extend the period of operation of the directive dated April 1, 2013 read with subsequent directives, last being dated June 29, 2017 issued to the Amanath Cooperative Bank Ltd, Bengaluru for a further period of six months. Accordingly, the Reserve Bank of India, in exercise of powers vested in it under sub section (1) of Section 35
Jan 04, 2018
RBI cancels Certificate of Registration of 3 NBFCs
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has cancelled the certificate of registration of the following three non-banking financial companies (NBFCs) in exercise of the powers conferred on it under Section 45-IA (6) of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934. Sr. No. Name of the Company Registered Office Address CoR No. Issued On Cancellation Order Date 1 M/s Alchemist Holdings Limited (Formerly known as M/s Mahindra Finlease Private Limited) 405, Jyoti Shikhar Tower, Janakpuri Di
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has cancelled the certificate of registration of the following three non-banking financial companies (NBFCs) in exercise of the powers conferred on it under Section 45-IA (6) of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934. Sr. No. Name of the Company Registered Office Address CoR No. Issued On Cancellation Order Date 1 M/s Alchemist Holdings Limited (Formerly known as M/s Mahindra Finlease Private Limited) 405, Jyoti Shikhar Tower, Janakpuri Di
Jan 04, 2018
11 NBFCs surrender their Certificate of Registration to RBI
The following NBFCs have surrendered the Certificate of Registration granted to them by the Reserve Bank of India. The Reserve Bank of India, in exercise of powers conferred on it under Section 45-IA (6) of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934, has therefore cancelled their Certificate of Registration. Sr. No. Name of the Company Office Address CoR No. Issued On Cancellation Order Date 1 M/s Rajputana Investment Society Private Limited 8, Sarat Chatterjee Avenue, Kolka
The following NBFCs have surrendered the Certificate of Registration granted to them by the Reserve Bank of India. The Reserve Bank of India, in exercise of powers conferred on it under Section 45-IA (6) of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934, has therefore cancelled their Certificate of Registration. Sr. No. Name of the Company Office Address CoR No. Issued On Cancellation Order Date 1 M/s Rajputana Investment Society Private Limited 8, Sarat Chatterjee Avenue, Kolka
Jan 01, 2018
Cessation of 8 per cent GoI Savings (Taxable) Bonds, 2003
The Government of India (GoI), vide Notification No.F.4(10)-W&M/2003 dated January 01, 2018, hereby announces that 8% GoI Savings (Taxable) Bonds, 2003 shall cease for subscription with effect from the close of banking business on Tuesday, the 02nd January, 2018. Ajit Prasad Assistant Adviser Press Release : 2017-2018/1790
The Government of India (GoI), vide Notification No.F.4(10)-W&M/2003 dated January 01, 2018, hereby announces that 8% GoI Savings (Taxable) Bonds, 2003 shall cease for subscription with effect from the close of banking business on Tuesday, the 02nd January, 2018. Ajit Prasad Assistant Adviser Press Release : 2017-2018/1790
Dec 22, 2017
RBI Clarification on Banks under Prompt Corrective Action
The Reserve Bank of India has come across some misinformed communication circulating in some section of media including social media, about closure of some Public Sector Banks in the wake of their being placed under the Prompt Corrective Action (PCA) framework. In this context attention is drawn to the press release issued on June 5, 2017, which stated as under: “The Reserve Bank has clarified that the PCA framework is not intended to constrain normal operations of th
The Reserve Bank of India has come across some misinformed communication circulating in some section of media including social media, about closure of some Public Sector Banks in the wake of their being placed under the Prompt Corrective Action (PCA) framework. In this context attention is drawn to the press release issued on June 5, 2017, which stated as under: “The Reserve Bank has clarified that the PCA framework is not intended to constrain normal operations of th
Dec 21, 2017
Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks’ Outlook 2016-17
The Reserve Bank of India today herewith releases the 4th volume of the annual publication titled ‘Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks’ Outlook 2016-17’. It can be accessed at https://dbie.rbi.org.in/DBIE/dbie.rbi?site=publications. The publication has been brought out by the ‘Department of Co-operative Bank Supervision’ of the Reserve Bank of India. The publication covers the financial accounts of Scheduled and Non-Scheduled Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks for the
The Reserve Bank of India today herewith releases the 4th volume of the annual publication titled ‘Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks’ Outlook 2016-17’. It can be accessed at https://dbie.rbi.org.in/DBIE/dbie.rbi?site=publications. The publication has been brought out by the ‘Department of Co-operative Bank Supervision’ of the Reserve Bank of India. The publication covers the financial accounts of Scheduled and Non-Scheduled Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks for the
Dec 20, 2017
Composition and Ownership Pattern of Deposits with Scheduled Commercial Banks (SCBs) - March 31, 2017
Today, the Reserve Bank released data on composition and ownership pattern of deposits with scheduled commercial banks (SCBs) as on March 31, 2017. The population group classification of centres where bank branches/ offices are located is based on Census 2011. Also, the two small finance banks (SFBs), added to the Second Schedule of the Reserve Bank of India Act 1934 in February 2017 have been covered in this data release. Highlights: Households’ share in total deposi
Today, the Reserve Bank released data on composition and ownership pattern of deposits with scheduled commercial banks (SCBs) as on March 31, 2017. The population group classification of centres where bank branches/ offices are located is based on Census 2011. Also, the two small finance banks (SFBs), added to the Second Schedule of the Reserve Bank of India Act 1934 in February 2017 have been covered in this data release. Highlights: Households’ share in total deposi
Dec 18, 2017
Marginal Cost of Funds Based Lending Rate (MCLR) for the month of November 2017
The Reserve Bank of India has today released Lending Rates of Scheduled Commercial Banks based on data received during the month of November 2017. Ajit Prasad Assistant Adviser Press Release: 2017-2018/1665
The Reserve Bank of India has today released Lending Rates of Scheduled Commercial Banks based on data received during the month of November 2017. Ajit Prasad Assistant Adviser Press Release: 2017-2018/1665
Dec 15, 2017
Reserve Bank of India imposes monetary penalty on Syndicate Bank
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has imposed, on December 12, 2017, a monetary penalty of ₹ 50 million on Syndicate Bank (the bank) for non-compliance with the directions/guidelines issued by RBI on cheque purchase/discounting, bill discounting, and Know Your Customer (KYC)/Anti-Money Laundering (AML) norms. This penalty has been imposed in exercise of powers vested in RBI under the provisions of Section 47A(1)(c) read with Section 46(4)(i) of the Banking Regulation Ac
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has imposed, on December 12, 2017, a monetary penalty of ₹ 50 million on Syndicate Bank (the bank) for non-compliance with the directions/guidelines issued by RBI on cheque purchase/discounting, bill discounting, and Know Your Customer (KYC)/Anti-Money Laundering (AML) norms. This penalty has been imposed in exercise of powers vested in RBI under the provisions of Section 47A(1)(c) read with Section 46(4)(i) of the Banking Regulation Ac
Dec 14, 2017
RBI imposes Monetary Penalty on M/s Radhakrishna Finance Pvt. Ltd
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has imposed a monetary penalty of ₹1 lakh on M/s Radhakrishna Finance Pvt. Ltd. (the company) under Section 58G(1)(b) read with Sub-section 5(aa) of section 58B of the RBI Act, 1934 for violation of various directions/orders issued by Reserve Bank of India from time to time. Background A scrutiny of the company under section 45N of Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 (the RBI Act, 1934) with reference to its financial position as on March 3
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has imposed a monetary penalty of ₹1 lakh on M/s Radhakrishna Finance Pvt. Ltd. (the company) under Section 58G(1)(b) read with Sub-section 5(aa) of section 58B of the RBI Act, 1934 for violation of various directions/orders issued by Reserve Bank of India from time to time. Background A scrutiny of the company under section 45N of Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 (the RBI Act, 1934) with reference to its financial position as on March 3
Dec 13, 2017
Reserve Bank of India imposes monetary penalty on IndusInd Bank Limited
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has imposed on December 12, 2017, a monetary penalty of ₹ 30 million on IndusInd Bank Limited (the bank) for non-compliance with the directions issued by RBI on Income Recognition and Asset Classification (IRAC) norms and contravention of regulatory restrictions pertaining to non-fund based (NFB) facilities. This penalty has been imposed in exercise of powers vested in RBI under the provisions of Section 47A(1)(c) read with Section 46(4
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has imposed on December 12, 2017, a monetary penalty of ₹ 30 million on IndusInd Bank Limited (the bank) for non-compliance with the directions issued by RBI on Income Recognition and Asset Classification (IRAC) norms and contravention of regulatory restrictions pertaining to non-fund based (NFB) facilities. This penalty has been imposed in exercise of powers vested in RBI under the provisions of Section 47A(1)(c) read with Section 46(4
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