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Nov 14, 2016
Usage of ATMs - Waiver of customer charges
The Reserve Bank of India has today decided that banks shall waive levy of ATM charges for all transactions (inclusive of both financial and non-financial transactions) by savings bank customers done at their own banks’ ATMs as well as at other banks’ ATMs, irrespective of the number of transactions during the month. The above waiver of charges on ATM usage will be effective from November 10, 2016 till December 30, 2016, subject to review. Alpana Killawala Principal A
The Reserve Bank of India has today decided that banks shall waive levy of ATM charges for all transactions (inclusive of both financial and non-financial transactions) by savings bank customers done at their own banks’ ATMs as well as at other banks’ ATMs, irrespective of the number of transactions during the month. The above waiver of charges on ATM usage will be effective from November 10, 2016 till December 30, 2016, subject to review. Alpana Killawala Principal A
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Nov 14, 2016
DCCBs can allow existing customers to withdraw upto ₹ 24,000 from their accounts : RBI
The Reserve Bank of India has today clarified that District Central Cooperative Banks (DCCBs) can allow their existing customers to withdraw money from their accounts upto ₹ 24,000 per week upto November 24, 2016. However, no exchange facility against the specified bank notes (₹ 500 and ₹ 1000) or deposit of such notes should be entertained by them. The Reserve Bank has accordingly advised all banks to permit withdrawal of cash by DCCBs from their accounts based on ne
The Reserve Bank of India has today clarified that District Central Cooperative Banks (DCCBs) can allow their existing customers to withdraw money from their accounts upto ₹ 24,000 per week upto November 24, 2016. However, no exchange facility against the specified bank notes (₹ 500 and ₹ 1000) or deposit of such notes should be entertained by them. The Reserve Bank has accordingly advised all banks to permit withdrawal of cash by DCCBs from their accounts based on ne
Nov 14, 2016
Constitution of Task Force for enabling dispensation of Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series Banknotes - Recalibration and reactivation of ATMs
It has become necessary to re-calibrate all ATMs/ Cash handling machines to dispense the new design notes following introduction of Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series Banknotes including a new High Denomination (₹ 2000) in new designs. 2. ATMs play a vital role in meeting the currency requirements of the public and have become a major channel for disbursement of cash. Re-activation of ATMs extends the availability and disbursal of notes for the customers of banks at convenie
It has become necessary to re-calibrate all ATMs/ Cash handling machines to dispense the new design notes following introduction of Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series Banknotes including a new High Denomination (₹ 2000) in new designs. 2. ATMs play a vital role in meeting the currency requirements of the public and have become a major channel for disbursement of cash. Re-activation of ATMs extends the availability and disbursal of notes for the customers of banks at convenie
Nov 13, 2016
Don't draw and hoard; enough cash in small denominations available at RBI and banks: RBI
The Reserve Bank assures members of the public that enough cash in small denominations is also available at the Reserve Bank and banks. The Reserve Bank urges that public need not be anxious; need not come over to banks repeatedly to draw and hoard; Cash is available when they need it. Alpana Killawala Principal Adviser Press Release : 2016-2017/1194
The Reserve Bank assures members of the public that enough cash in small denominations is also available at the Reserve Bank and banks. The Reserve Bank urges that public need not be anxious; need not come over to banks repeatedly to draw and hoard; Cash is available when they need it. Alpana Killawala Principal Adviser Press Release : 2016-2017/1194
Nov 13, 2016
Issue of ₹ 500 banknotes inset letter ‘L’ in Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue ₹ 500 denomination banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series with inset letter ‘L’ in both the number panels, bearing the signature of Dr. Urjit R. Patel, Governor, Reserve Bank of India, the year of printing '2016’ and Swachh Bharat Logo printed on the reverse of the Banknote. The new ₹ 500 banknotes are different from the earlier specified bank note (SBN) series in colour, size, theme, location of security features and des
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue ₹ 500 denomination banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series with inset letter ‘L’ in both the number panels, bearing the signature of Dr. Urjit R. Patel, Governor, Reserve Bank of India, the year of printing '2016’ and Swachh Bharat Logo printed on the reverse of the Banknote. The new ₹ 500 banknotes are different from the earlier specified bank note (SBN) series in colour, size, theme, location of security features and des
Nov 12, 2016
Withdrawal of Legal Tender Character of ₹ 500 and ₹ 1,000: RBI Statement
The withdrawal of the legal tender character of the then existing bank notes in ₹ 500 and ₹ 1,000 cast a huge responsibility on the banking system to swiftly withdraw these specified bank notes in as smooth a manner as possible and in a non-disruptive way and provide in exchange notes of other denominations which are legal tender. It entailed swift withdrawal of the specified bank notes from the ATMs also within a few hours of the announcement, recalibrating these for
The withdrawal of the legal tender character of the then existing bank notes in ₹ 500 and ₹ 1,000 cast a huge responsibility on the banking system to swiftly withdraw these specified bank notes in as smooth a manner as possible and in a non-disruptive way and provide in exchange notes of other denominations which are legal tender. It entailed swift withdrawal of the specified bank notes from the ATMs also within a few hours of the announcement, recalibrating these for
Nov 12, 2016
Authorities are closely monitoring Information through Reports: RBI
The Reserve Bank of India today clarified that as part of the instructions issued to banks, including to cooperative banks, regarding withdrawal of legal tender status of the existing ₹ 500 and ₹ 1000 bank notes (specified bank notes), detailed reporting system has been put in place. The Reserve Bank further stated that with a view to preventing misuse of the facility, the authorities are closely monitoring the information received through these reports about exchange
The Reserve Bank of India today clarified that as part of the instructions issued to banks, including to cooperative banks, regarding withdrawal of legal tender status of the existing ₹ 500 and ₹ 1000 bank notes (specified bank notes), detailed reporting system has been put in place. The Reserve Bank further stated that with a view to preventing misuse of the facility, the authorities are closely monitoring the information received through these reports about exchange
Nov 11, 2016
Enough Cash is Available, RBI reassures; urges Public to exercise Patience and Exchange Notes at Convenience
In a statement issued today, the Reserve Bank of India has said that consequent to the withdrawal of Legal Tender Character of existing ₹ 500 and ₹ 1000 Bank Notes, it has made arrangements to distribute the notes in new ₹ 2000 and other denominations across the country. There is enough cash available with banks and all arrangements have been made to reach the currency notes all over the country. Bank branches have already started exchanging notes since November 10, 2
In a statement issued today, the Reserve Bank of India has said that consequent to the withdrawal of Legal Tender Character of existing ₹ 500 and ₹ 1000 Bank Notes, it has made arrangements to distribute the notes in new ₹ 2000 and other denominations across the country. There is enough cash available with banks and all arrangements have been made to reach the currency notes all over the country. Bank branches have already started exchanging notes since November 10, 2
Nov 10, 2016
Payment Systems to remain open on Saturday, November 12 and Sunday, November 13, 2016
Consequent to the banks being open for public transactions on Saturday, November 12 and Sunday, November 13, 2016, it has been decided that Payment Systems (RTGS, NEFT, Cheque Clearing, Repo, CBLO and Call markets) shall remain open on Saturday, November 12 and Sunday, November 13, 2016. All participants/member banks are advised to facilitate operations on the above payment systems for their customers on November 12 and 13, 2016 as on regular working days. Banks may g
Consequent to the banks being open for public transactions on Saturday, November 12 and Sunday, November 13, 2016, it has been decided that Payment Systems (RTGS, NEFT, Cheque Clearing, Repo, CBLO and Call markets) shall remain open on Saturday, November 12 and Sunday, November 13, 2016. All participants/member banks are advised to facilitate operations on the above payment systems for their customers on November 12 and 13, 2016 as on regular working days. Banks may g
Nov 09, 2016
Banks to remain open for public on Saturday, November 12 and Sunday, November 13, 2016
All scheduled and non-scheduled banks, including public, private, foreign, cooperative, regional rural and local area banks, will remain open for public on Saturday, November 12 and Sunday, November 13, 2016. Banks are advised to keep all their branches open on November 12 and 13, 2016 as regular working days for transacting all business. Banks may give due publicity about availability of banking services on these days. Alpana Killawala Principal Adviser Press Release
All scheduled and non-scheduled banks, including public, private, foreign, cooperative, regional rural and local area banks, will remain open for public on Saturday, November 12 and Sunday, November 13, 2016. Banks are advised to keep all their branches open on November 12 and 13, 2016 as regular working days for transacting all business. Banks may give due publicity about availability of banking services on these days. Alpana Killawala Principal Adviser Press Release
Nov 08, 2016
Issue of ₹ 2000 Banknotes: RBI issues ₹ 2000 Banknotes
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue ₹ 2000 denomination banknotes in the Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series, without the inset letter, bearing signature of Dr. Urjit R. Patel, Governor, Reserve Bank of India, and the year of printing '2016' printed on the reverse of the banknote. The new denomination has Motif of Mangalyaan on the reverse, depicting the country’s first venture into the interplanetary space. The base colour of the note is magenta. The note has other
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue ₹ 2000 denomination banknotes in the Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series, without the inset letter, bearing signature of Dr. Urjit R. Patel, Governor, Reserve Bank of India, and the year of printing '2016' printed on the reverse of the banknote. The new denomination has Motif of Mangalyaan on the reverse, depicting the country’s first venture into the interplanetary space. The base colour of the note is magenta. The note has other
Nov 08, 2016
RBI Issues ₹ 500 banknotes inset letter ‘E’ in Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue ₹ 500 denomination banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series with inset letter ‘E’ in both the number panels, bearing the signature of Dr. Urjit R. Patel, Governor, Reserve Bank of India, the year of printing '2016’ and Swachh Bharat Logo printed on the reverse of the Banknote. The new ₹ 500 banknotes are different from the earlier specified bank note (SBN) series in colour, size, theme, location of security features and des
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue ₹ 500 denomination banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series with inset letter ‘E’ in both the number panels, bearing the signature of Dr. Urjit R. Patel, Governor, Reserve Bank of India, the year of printing '2016’ and Swachh Bharat Logo printed on the reverse of the Banknote. The new ₹ 500 banknotes are different from the earlier specified bank note (SBN) series in colour, size, theme, location of security features and des
Nov 08, 2016
RBI issues ₹ 2000 Banknotes with inset letter ‘R’
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue ₹ 2000 denomination banknotes in the Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series, with the inset letter ‘R’, bearing signature of Dr. Urjit R. Patel, Governor, Reserve Bank of India, and the year of printing '2016' printed on the reverse of the banknote. The design of these notes to be issued now is similar in all respects to the ₹ 2000 banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series which was notified through Press Release No. 1144 dated Novembe
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue ₹ 2000 denomination banknotes in the Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series, with the inset letter ‘R’, bearing signature of Dr. Urjit R. Patel, Governor, Reserve Bank of India, and the year of printing '2016' printed on the reverse of the banknote. The design of these notes to be issued now is similar in all respects to the ₹ 2000 banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series which was notified through Press Release No. 1144 dated Novembe
Nov 08, 2016
Banks closed for public on November 9, 2016
All scheduled and non-scheduled banks, including public, private, foreign, cooperative, regional rural and local area banks, will remain closed for public on Wednesday, November 9, 2016. Alpana Killawala Principal Adviser Press Release : 2016-2017/1143
All scheduled and non-scheduled banks, including public, private, foreign, cooperative, regional rural and local area banks, will remain closed for public on Wednesday, November 9, 2016. Alpana Killawala Principal Adviser Press Release : 2016-2017/1143
Nov 08, 2016
Withdrawal of Legal Tender Status for ₹ 500 and ₹ 1000 Notes: RBI Notice
Government of India vide their Notification no. 2652 dated November 8, 2016 have withdrawn the Legal Tender status of ₹ 500 and ₹ 1,000 denominations of banknotes of the Mahatma Gandhi Series issued by the Reserve Bank of India till November 8, 2016. This is necessitated to tackle counterfeiting Indian banknotes, to effectively nullify black money hoarded in cash and curb funding of terrorism with fake notes. Starting from November 10, 2016, members of public/corporat
Government of India vide their Notification no. 2652 dated November 8, 2016 have withdrawn the Legal Tender status of ₹ 500 and ₹ 1,000 denominations of banknotes of the Mahatma Gandhi Series issued by the Reserve Bank of India till November 8, 2016. This is necessitated to tackle counterfeiting Indian banknotes, to effectively nullify black money hoarded in cash and curb funding of terrorism with fake notes. Starting from November 10, 2016, members of public/corporat
Nov 01, 2016
RBI opens second Office of the Banking Ombudsman at New Delhi
Considering the significant increase in banking network during the recent past and the large jurisdiction being covered by the present Office of the Banking Ombudsman, New Delhi, the Reserve Bank has set up the second office of the Banking Ombudsman at Reserve Bank of India, New Delhi. The first office of the Banking Ombudsman at Reserve Bank of India, New Delhi will have the jurisdiction over Delhi and Jammu and Kashmir, whereas the second office of the Banking Ombud
Considering the significant increase in banking network during the recent past and the large jurisdiction being covered by the present Office of the Banking Ombudsman, New Delhi, the Reserve Bank has set up the second office of the Banking Ombudsman at Reserve Bank of India, New Delhi. The first office of the Banking Ombudsman at Reserve Bank of India, New Delhi will have the jurisdiction over Delhi and Jammu and Kashmir, whereas the second office of the Banking Ombud
Oct 28, 2016
RBI imposes penalty on The Devi Gayatri Co-operative Urban Bank Ltd., Hyderabad, Telangana
The Reserve Bank of India has imposed a monetary penalty of ₹1.00 lakh (Rupees one lakh only) on The Devi Gayatri Co-operative Urban Bank Ltd., Hyderabad, Telangana, in exercise of the powers vested in it under the provisions of Section 47A (1) (b) read with Section 46 (4) of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (As Applicable to Co-operative Societies), for violation of Reserve Bank of India directives and guidelines on loans and advances to directors and their relatives
The Reserve Bank of India has imposed a monetary penalty of ₹1.00 lakh (Rupees one lakh only) on The Devi Gayatri Co-operative Urban Bank Ltd., Hyderabad, Telangana, in exercise of the powers vested in it under the provisions of Section 47A (1) (b) read with Section 46 (4) of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (As Applicable to Co-operative Societies), for violation of Reserve Bank of India directives and guidelines on loans and advances to directors and their relatives
Oct 26, 2016
RBI cancels Certificate of Registration of 7 NBFCs
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has cancelled the certificate of registration of the following non-banking financial companies (NBFCs). The Reserve Bank, 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 Lipi Finstock Limited P-41, Princip Street, 6th Floor, Kolkata – 700072 (West Bengal) B-14.02406 June 01, 2007
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has cancelled the certificate of registration of the following non-banking financial companies (NBFCs). The Reserve Bank, 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 Lipi Finstock Limited P-41, Princip Street, 6th Floor, Kolkata – 700072 (West Bengal) B-14.02406 June 01, 2007
Oct 26, 2016
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 Barkha Financiers Limited 105, First Floor, Opposite Police Station, T.P. Nagar, Baghpat Road, Meerut – 250002 (Uttar Prad
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 Barkha Financiers Limited 105, First Floor, Opposite Police Station, T.P. Nagar, Baghpat Road, Meerut – 250002 (Uttar Prad
Oct 20, 2016
RBI imposes penalty on Credit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank (India)
The Reserve Bank of India has imposed a penalty of ₹ 10 million on Credit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank (India) in exercise of the powers vested with it under the provisions of Section 47 (A) (1) (c) read with Section 46(4) (i) of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 for contravention of the provisions of Section 6 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949. The bank was involved in providing a host of services to and earning fees from its outsourcing agency Credit Agri
The Reserve Bank of India has imposed a penalty of ₹ 10 million on Credit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank (India) in exercise of the powers vested with it under the provisions of Section 47 (A) (1) (c) read with Section 46(4) (i) of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 for contravention of the provisions of Section 6 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949. The bank was involved in providing a host of services to and earning fees from its outsourcing agency Credit Agri
Oct 19, 2016
RBI imposes penalty on The Tumkur Veerashaiva Co-operative Bank Ltd.,Tumkur, Karnataka
The Reserve Bank of India has imposed a monetary penalty of ₹ 10.00 lakh (Rupees Ten lakh only) on Tumkur Veerashaiva Cooperative Bank Ltd., Tumkur, Karnataka, in exercise of the powers vested in it under the provisions of Section 47 A (1) (b) read with Section 46 (4) of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (As applicable to Co-operative Societies) for violating Reserve Bank of India’s instructions/ guidelines contained in circular dated April 11, 2005 prohibiting payment
The Reserve Bank of India has imposed a monetary penalty of ₹ 10.00 lakh (Rupees Ten lakh only) on Tumkur Veerashaiva Cooperative Bank Ltd., Tumkur, Karnataka, in exercise of the powers vested in it under the provisions of Section 47 A (1) (b) read with Section 46 (4) of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (As applicable to Co-operative Societies) for violating Reserve Bank of India’s instructions/ guidelines contained in circular dated April 11, 2005 prohibiting payment
Oct 18, 2016
Registrations open for NCFE’s NFLAT (National Financial Literacy Assessment Test)
Registrations for National Centre for Financial Education(NCFE)’s National Financial Literacy Assessment Test (NFLAT) have started from October 15, 2016. The National Institute of Securities Markets (NISM), Navi Mumbai, has invited all school students from classes VI to X to participate in the National Financial Literacy Assessment Test (NCFE-NFLAT 2016-17). The test will be conducted online (within the school with adequate IT infrastructure and internet connectivity)
Registrations for National Centre for Financial Education(NCFE)’s National Financial Literacy Assessment Test (NFLAT) have started from October 15, 2016. The National Institute of Securities Markets (NISM), Navi Mumbai, has invited all school students from classes VI to X to participate in the National Financial Literacy Assessment Test (NCFE-NFLAT 2016-17). The test will be conducted online (within the school with adequate IT infrastructure and internet connectivity)
Oct 14, 2016
RBI cancels Certificate of Registration of NBFC
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has cancelled the certificate of registration of the following non-banking financial company (NBFC) 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 Office Address CoR No. Issued On Cancellation Order Date 1. M/s Comfort Intech Limited 106, Avkar, Algani Nagar, Kalarla, Daman-396210 B-01.00419 June 25, 2002 September 28, 2016 As such, the above company
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has cancelled the certificate of registration of the following non-banking financial company (NBFC) 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 Office Address CoR No. Issued On Cancellation Order Date 1. M/s Comfort Intech Limited 106, Avkar, Algani Nagar, Kalarla, Daman-396210 B-01.00419 June 25, 2002 September 28, 2016 As such, the above company
Oct 14, 2016
NBFC surrender its Certificate of Registration to RBI
The following NBFC has surrendered the Certificate of Registration granted to it 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 its Certificate of Registration. Sr. No. Name of the Company Office Address CoR No. Issued On Cancellation Order Date 1. M/s Madhu Muskan Leasing and Financing Private Limited C-5/33, S.D.A., New Delhi-110016
The following NBFC has surrendered the Certificate of Registration granted to it 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 its Certificate of Registration. Sr. No. Name of the Company Office Address CoR No. Issued On Cancellation Order Date 1. M/s Madhu Muskan Leasing and Financing Private Limited C-5/33, S.D.A., New Delhi-110016
Oct 14, 2016
RBI issues Directions to United India Co-operative Bank Ltd., Nagina, Bijnor, Uttar Pradesh - Withdrawal of Directions
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) had issued directions under Section 35A read with Section 56 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (AACS) to United India Co-operative Bank Ltd., Nagina, Bijnor, Uttar Pradesh vide directive dated July 08, 2015. The Directions were extended from time to time and the last such Directive dated March 30, 2016, are currently valid upto October 14, 2016. Reserve Bank, on being satisfied that in the public interest it is necessary to do so, in
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) had issued directions under Section 35A read with Section 56 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (AACS) to United India Co-operative Bank Ltd., Nagina, Bijnor, Uttar Pradesh vide directive dated July 08, 2015. The Directions were extended from time to time and the last such Directive dated March 30, 2016, are currently valid upto October 14, 2016. Reserve Bank, on being satisfied that in the public interest it is necessary to do so, in
Oct 14, 2016
RBI extends validity of Directions issued to the HCBL Co-operative Bank Ltd., Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh till April 15, 2017
The Reserve Bank of India has extended directions issued to the HCBL Co-operative Bank Ltd., Lucknow for a further period of six months from October 16, 2016 to April 15, 2017, subject to review. The bank had been under directions since the close of business on April 16, 2015 vide directive dated April 10, 2015 issued under Section 35A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (AACS). The aforesaid directive was modified and its validity extended upto October 15, 2016. The
The Reserve Bank of India has extended directions issued to the HCBL Co-operative Bank Ltd., Lucknow for a further period of six months from October 16, 2016 to April 15, 2017, subject to review. The bank had been under directions since the close of business on April 16, 2015 vide directive dated April 10, 2015 issued under Section 35A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (AACS). The aforesaid directive was modified and its validity extended upto October 15, 2016. The
Oct 13, 2016
RBI extend Directions Jamkhed Merchants Co-operative Bank Ltd., Jamkhed, Ahmednagar, Maharashtra
The Reserve Bank of India, notified that Jamkhed Merchants Co-operative Bank Ltd., Ahmednagar, Maharashtra, was placed under directions for a period of six months vide directive dated April 07, 2016 from the close of business on April 12, 2016. The validity of the directions is extended for a period of six months from October 13, 2016 to April 12, 2017 vide directive dated October 06, 2016, subject to review. Reserve Bank of India, in exercise of the powers vested in
The Reserve Bank of India, notified that Jamkhed Merchants Co-operative Bank Ltd., Ahmednagar, Maharashtra, was placed under directions for a period of six months vide directive dated April 07, 2016 from the close of business on April 12, 2016. The validity of the directions is extended for a period of six months from October 13, 2016 to April 12, 2017 vide directive dated October 06, 2016, subject to review. Reserve Bank of India, in exercise of the powers vested in
Oct 06, 2016
Report of the Internal Working Group (IWG) on Rationalisation of Branch Authorisation Policy
The Reserve Bank of India today placed on its website, the Report of the Internal Working Group (IWG) on Rationalisation of Branch Authorisation Policy (Chair: Smt. Lily Vadera, Chief General Manager, Department of Banking Regulation). Suggestions/comments, if any, on the recommendations contained in the Report, may be sent by email on or before November 5, 2016. Recommendations The thrust of the recommendations is to facilitate financial inclusion by ensuring availab
The Reserve Bank of India today placed on its website, the Report of the Internal Working Group (IWG) on Rationalisation of Branch Authorisation Policy (Chair: Smt. Lily Vadera, Chief General Manager, Department of Banking Regulation). Suggestions/comments, if any, on the recommendations contained in the Report, may be sent by email on or before November 5, 2016. Recommendations The thrust of the recommendations is to facilitate financial inclusion by ensuring availab
Oct 05, 2016
RBI extend Directions Gokul Co-operative Urban Bank Ltd., Secunderabad till April 04, 2017
The Reserve Bank of India is satisfied that in the interest of the public, it is necessary to extend the validity of the Directives issued to Gokul Co-operative Urban Bank Ltd., Secunderabad, for a further period of six months. Accordingly, the Reserve Bank of India, in exercise of the powers vested in it under sub-section (1) of Section 35A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (As Applicable to Co-operative Societies) has directed that the Directives issued to Gokul C
The Reserve Bank of India is satisfied that in the interest of the public, it is necessary to extend the validity of the Directives issued to Gokul Co-operative Urban Bank Ltd., Secunderabad, for a further period of six months. Accordingly, the Reserve Bank of India, in exercise of the powers vested in it under sub-section (1) of Section 35A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (As Applicable to Co-operative Societies) has directed that the Directives issued to Gokul C
Oct 05, 2016
RBI extends validity of the Directions issued to the Mercantile Urban Co-operative Bank Ltd., Meerut, Uttar Pradesh
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has extended the Directions issued to the Mercantile Urban Co-operative Bank Ltd., Meerut for a further period of six months from October 06, 2016 to April 05, 2017, subject to review. The bank has been under directions since October 06, 2015 vide directive dated September 30, 2015 issued under sub-section (1) of Section 35A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (AACS). The aforesaid directive had been modified / its validity extended vid
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has extended the Directions issued to the Mercantile Urban Co-operative Bank Ltd., Meerut for a further period of six months from October 06, 2016 to April 05, 2017, subject to review. The bank has been under directions since October 06, 2015 vide directive dated September 30, 2015 issued under sub-section (1) of Section 35A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (AACS). The aforesaid directive had been modified / its validity extended vid
Oct 03, 2016
RBI extends Directions issued to Shri Sai Urban Co-operative Bank Ltd., Mukhed Dist.Nanded, Maharashtra till December 31, 2016
The Reserve Bank of India has extended Directions issued to Shri Sai Urban Co-operative Bank Ltd., Mukhed, Dist. Nanded (Maharashtra) for a further period of three months from the close of business as on September 30, 2016 to December 31, 2016, subject to review. The bank was under directions since July 01, 2015. The directions were earlier extended for nine months on two occasions. The Directions were imposed in exercise of powers vested in the Reserve Bank under sub
The Reserve Bank of India has extended Directions issued to Shri Sai Urban Co-operative Bank Ltd., Mukhed, Dist. Nanded (Maharashtra) for a further period of three months from the close of business as on September 30, 2016 to December 31, 2016, subject to review. The bank was under directions since July 01, 2015. The directions were earlier extended for nine months on two occasions. The Directions were imposed in exercise of powers vested in the Reserve Bank under sub
Sep 30, 2016
Applicable Average Base Rate to be charged by NBFC-MFIs for the Quarter Beginning October 01, 2016
The Reserve Bank of India has today communicated that the applicable average base rate to be charged by Non-Banking Financial Company – Micro Finance Institutions (NBFC-MFIs) to their borrowers for the quarter beginning October 01, 2016 will be 9.44 per cent. It may be recalled that the Reserve Bank had, in its circular dated February 7, 2014, issued to NBFC-MFIs regarding pricing of credit, stated that it will, on the last working day of every quarter, advise the ave
The Reserve Bank of India has today communicated that the applicable average base rate to be charged by Non-Banking Financial Company – Micro Finance Institutions (NBFC-MFIs) to their borrowers for the quarter beginning October 01, 2016 will be 9.44 per cent. It may be recalled that the Reserve Bank had, in its circular dated February 7, 2014, issued to NBFC-MFIs regarding pricing of credit, stated that it will, on the last working day of every quarter, advise the ave
Sep 27, 2016
RBI imposes penalty on The Deola Merchants Co-operative Bank Ltd., Deola, Dist. Nashik
The Reserve Bank of India has imposed a monetary penalty of ₹ 1.00 lakh (Rupees One Lakh only) on The Deola Merchants Co-operative Bank Ltd., Deola, Dist. Nashik in exercise of the powers vested in it under the provisions of Section 47A(1)(b) read with Section 46(4) of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (As applicable to Co-operative Societies), for violation of the instructions / guidelines of the Reserve Bank of India relating to submission of false compliance regardi
The Reserve Bank of India has imposed a monetary penalty of ₹ 1.00 lakh (Rupees One Lakh only) on The Deola Merchants Co-operative Bank Ltd., Deola, Dist. Nashik in exercise of the powers vested in it under the provisions of Section 47A(1)(b) read with Section 46(4) of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (As applicable to Co-operative Societies), for violation of the instructions / guidelines of the Reserve Bank of India relating to submission of false compliance regardi
Sep 26, 2016
RBI imposes penalty on Shivam Sahakari Bank Limited, Kolhapur
The Reserve Bank of India has imposed a monetary penalty of ₹ 2.00 lakh (Rupees two Lakh only) on Shivam Sahakari Bank Limited, Kolhapur in exercise of the powers vested in it under the provisions of Section 47A(1)(b) read with Section 46(4) of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (As applicable to Co-operative Societies), for violations of the instructions / guidelines of the Reserve Bank of India relating to Area of Operation and Know Your Customer (KYC)/Anti-Money Laun
The Reserve Bank of India has imposed a monetary penalty of ₹ 2.00 lakh (Rupees two Lakh only) on Shivam Sahakari Bank Limited, Kolhapur in exercise of the powers vested in it under the provisions of Section 47A(1)(b) read with Section 46(4) of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (As applicable to Co-operative Societies), for violations of the instructions / guidelines of the Reserve Bank of India relating to Area of Operation and Know Your Customer (KYC)/Anti-Money Laun
Sep 26, 2016
RBI imposes penalty on The Needs of Life Co-operative Bank Ltd, Mumbai
The Reserve Bank of India has imposed a monetary penalty of ₹ 5.00 lakh (Rupees Five Lakh only) on The Needs of Life Co-operative Bank Ltd, Fort, Mumbai in exercise of the powers vested in it under the provisions of Section 47A(1)(b) read with Section 46(4) of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (As applicable to Co-operative Societies), for violations of the directives / guidelines of the Reserve Bank of India relating to members holding paid up share capital limit in e
The Reserve Bank of India has imposed a monetary penalty of ₹ 5.00 lakh (Rupees Five Lakh only) on The Needs of Life Co-operative Bank Ltd, Fort, Mumbai in exercise of the powers vested in it under the provisions of Section 47A(1)(b) read with Section 46(4) of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (As applicable to Co-operative Societies), for violations of the directives / guidelines of the Reserve Bank of India relating to members holding paid up share capital limit in e
Sep 26, 2016
RBI issues Directions to The R S Co-operative Bank Ltd., Mumbai, Maharashtra
The R S Co-operative Bank Ltd, Mumbai, Maharashtra, was placed under directions for a period of six months vide directive dated June 24, 2015 from the close of business on June 26, 2015. The validity of the directions was extended on December 21, 2015 for a period of six months from December 25, 2015 and further for a period of three months from June 26, 2016 on June 22, 2016. Besides the withdrawal, limits were relaxed from ₹ 1,000/- to ₹ 10,000/- on August 11, 2016.
The R S Co-operative Bank Ltd, Mumbai, Maharashtra, was placed under directions for a period of six months vide directive dated June 24, 2015 from the close of business on June 26, 2015. The validity of the directions was extended on December 21, 2015 for a period of six months from December 25, 2015 and further for a period of three months from June 26, 2016 on June 22, 2016. Besides the withdrawal, limits were relaxed from ₹ 1,000/- to ₹ 10,000/- on August 11, 2016.
Sep 23, 2016
RBI issues Directions to Maratha Sahakari Bank Ltd., Mumbai, Maharashtra - Relaxation in payment of deposit
Maratha Sahakari Bank Ltd., Mumbai, was placed under directions for a period of six months vide directive dated August 31, 2016 from the close of business on August 31, 2016. In terms of the said directions, among other conditions, a sum not exceeding ₹ 1,000/- of the total balance in every savings bank or current account or any other deposit account by whatever name called was allowed to be withdrawn by a depositor. The Reserve Bank of India, in exercise of the power
Maratha Sahakari Bank Ltd., Mumbai, was placed under directions for a period of six months vide directive dated August 31, 2016 from the close of business on August 31, 2016. In terms of the said directions, among other conditions, a sum not exceeding ₹ 1,000/- of the total balance in every savings bank or current account or any other deposit account by whatever name called was allowed to be withdrawn by a depositor. The Reserve Bank of India, in exercise of the power
Sep 23, 2016
2 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 Das Securities Limited 201, Anarkali Bazar, Jhandewalan Extension, New Delhi
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 Das Securities Limited 201, Anarkali Bazar, Jhandewalan Extension, New Delhi
Sep 23, 2016
RBI cancels Certificate of Registration of 2 NBFCs
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has cancelled the certificate of registration of the following 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 Office Address CoR No. Issued On Cancellation Order Date 1. M/s S.P. Global Finance and Investment Private Limited (Formerly Latur Finance and Investment Private Limited) Shop No. 15, City Arcade, Opp. P
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has cancelled the certificate of registration of the following 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 Office Address CoR No. Issued On Cancellation Order Date 1. M/s S.P. Global Finance and Investment Private Limited (Formerly Latur Finance and Investment Private Limited) Shop No. 15, City Arcade, Opp. P
Sep 23, 2016
Issue of ₹ 20 banknotes without inset letter, with numerals in ascending size in number panels and without intaglio printing
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue ₹ 20 denomination banknotes in the Mahatma Gandhi Series-2005, without inset letter in both the number panels, bearing signature of Dr. Raghuram G.Rajan, Governor , Reserve Bank of India, and the year of printing '2016' printed on the reverse of the banknote. The design and security features of these banknotes to be issued now is similar to the ₹ 20 banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi Series- 2005 issued recently with the ascending
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue ₹ 20 denomination banknotes in the Mahatma Gandhi Series-2005, without inset letter in both the number panels, bearing signature of Dr. Raghuram G.Rajan, Governor , Reserve Bank of India, and the year of printing '2016' printed on the reverse of the banknote. The design and security features of these banknotes to be issued now is similar to the ₹ 20 banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi Series- 2005 issued recently with the ascending
Sep 23, 2016
Issue of ₹ 50 banknotes without inset letter, with numerals in ascending size in number panels, and without intaglio printing
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue ₹ 50 denomination banknotes in the Mahatma Gandhi Series-2005, without inset letter in both the number panels, bearing signature of Dr. Raghuram G. Rajan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India, and the year of printing '2016' printed on the reverse of the banknote. The design and security features of these banknotes will be similar to the banknotes of ₹ 50 denomination with the ascending font of numerals in both the number panels
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue ₹ 50 denomination banknotes in the Mahatma Gandhi Series-2005, without inset letter in both the number panels, bearing signature of Dr. Raghuram G. Rajan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India, and the year of printing '2016' printed on the reverse of the banknote. The design and security features of these banknotes will be similar to the banknotes of ₹ 50 denomination with the ascending font of numerals in both the number panels
Sep 22, 2016
Sovereign Gold Bonds, 2016-17 Series II
The Reserve Bank of India, in consultation with Government of India, had notified the issuance of Sovereign Gold Bonds, 2016-17 Series II vide IDMD.CDD.No.462/14.04.050/2016-17 and IDMD.CDD.No.463/14.04.050/2016-17. The fifth tranche of Sovereign Gold Bonds was open for subscription from September 01, 2016 to September 09, 2016. The bonds were to be issued on September 23, 2016. Large number of applications have been received by banks and post offices. To enable smoot
The Reserve Bank of India, in consultation with Government of India, had notified the issuance of Sovereign Gold Bonds, 2016-17 Series II vide IDMD.CDD.No.462/14.04.050/2016-17 and IDMD.CDD.No.463/14.04.050/2016-17. The fifth tranche of Sovereign Gold Bonds was open for subscription from September 01, 2016 to September 09, 2016. The bonds were to be issued on September 23, 2016. Large number of applications have been received by banks and post offices. To enable smoot
Sep 19, 2016
RBI imposes penalty on Nagarik Samabay Bank Ltd., Guwahati
The Reserve Bank of India has imposed a monetary penalty of ₹ 1.00 lakh (Rupees one lakh only) on the Nagarik Samabay Bank Ltd., Guwahati in exercise of the powers vested in it under the provisions of Section 47A (1) (b) read with Section 46(4) of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (As Applicable to Cooperative Societies), for violation of the provisions of para 4 (i) of circular dated September 18, 2002 on Guidelines on Know Your Customers Norms and Cash Transactions r
The Reserve Bank of India has imposed a monetary penalty of ₹ 1.00 lakh (Rupees one lakh only) on the Nagarik Samabay Bank Ltd., Guwahati in exercise of the powers vested in it under the provisions of Section 47A (1) (b) read with Section 46(4) of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (As Applicable to Cooperative Societies), for violation of the provisions of para 4 (i) of circular dated September 18, 2002 on Guidelines on Know Your Customers Norms and Cash Transactions r
Sep 16, 2016
RBI imposes penalty on The Gauhati Co-operative Urban Bank Ltd., Guwahati
The Reserve Bank of India has imposed a monetary penalty of ₹ 1.00 lakh (Rupees one lakh only) on the Gauhati Co-operative Urban Bank Ltd., Guwahati in exercise of the powers vested in it under the provisions of Section 47A (1) (b) read with Section 46(4) of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (As Applicable to Cooperative Societies), for violation of the provisions of para 4 (i) of circular dated September 18, 2002 on Guidelines on Know Your Customers Norms and Cash Tra
The Reserve Bank of India has imposed a monetary penalty of ₹ 1.00 lakh (Rupees one lakh only) on the Gauhati Co-operative Urban Bank Ltd., Guwahati in exercise of the powers vested in it under the provisions of Section 47A (1) (b) read with Section 46(4) of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (As Applicable to Cooperative Societies), for violation of the provisions of para 4 (i) of circular dated September 18, 2002 on Guidelines on Know Your Customers Norms and Cash Tra
Sep 16, 2016
RBI cancels Certificate of Registration of 2 NBFCs
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has cancelled the certificate of registration of the following 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 Office Address CoR No. Issued On Cancellation Order Date 1. M/s Chandel Hire Purchase Pvt. Ltd. Hameer Singh Nagar, Unnav Road, Datia (Madhya Pradesh) - 475335 B.06.00435 January 19, 2001 August 05, 2016
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has cancelled the certificate of registration of the following 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 Office Address CoR No. Issued On Cancellation Order Date 1. M/s Chandel Hire Purchase Pvt. Ltd. Hameer Singh Nagar, Unnav Road, Datia (Madhya Pradesh) - 475335 B.06.00435 January 19, 2001 August 05, 2016
Sep 16, 2016
3 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 Shringarika Finance & Leasing Private Limited C-8, East of Kailash, New D
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 Shringarika Finance & Leasing Private Limited C-8, East of Kailash, New D
Sep 11, 2016
RBI issues Directions to Shri Chhatrapati Urban Co-operative Bank Ltd., Pimple Nilakh, District - Pune, Maharashtra
The Reserve Bank of India notified that Shri Chhatrapati Urban Co-operative Bank Ltd., Pimple Nilakh, District - Pune, Maharashtra was placed under directions for a period of six months vide directive dated September 10, 2014 from the close of business on September 12, 2014. The validity of the aforesaid directive was further extended for a period of six months vide order dated March 04, 2015; for a period of three months vide order No dated September 1, 2015; for a p
The Reserve Bank of India notified that Shri Chhatrapati Urban Co-operative Bank Ltd., Pimple Nilakh, District - Pune, Maharashtra was placed under directions for a period of six months vide directive dated September 10, 2014 from the close of business on September 12, 2014. The validity of the aforesaid directive was further extended for a period of six months vide order dated March 04, 2015; for a period of three months vide order No dated September 1, 2015; for a p
Sep 09, 2016
RBI issues Directions to Nashik Zilla Girna Sahakari Bank Ltd., Nashik, Maharashtra
The Reserve Bank of India notified that Nashik Zilla Girna Sahakari Bank Ltd., Nashik, Maharashtra, was placed under directions for a period of six months vide directive dated September 8, 2015 from the close of business on September 9, 2015. The validity of the directions was extended vide directive dated March 03, 2016 for a period of six months. It is hereby notified for the information of the public that the period of operation of the directive dated September 8,
The Reserve Bank of India notified that Nashik Zilla Girna Sahakari Bank Ltd., Nashik, Maharashtra, was placed under directions for a period of six months vide directive dated September 8, 2015 from the close of business on September 9, 2015. The validity of the directions was extended vide directive dated March 03, 2016 for a period of six months. It is hereby notified for the information of the public that the period of operation of the directive dated September 8,
Sep 07, 2016
RBI extends validity of the Directions issued to the Indian Mercantile Co-operative Bank Ltd., Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has extended the Directions issued to the Indian Mercantile Co-operative Bank Ltd., Lucknow for a further period of six months from September 12, 2016 to March 11, 2017, subject to review. The bank has been under directions since June 12, 2014 vide directive dated June 4, 2014 issued under sub-section (1) of Section 35A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (AACS). The aforesaid directive has been modified / its validity extended vide RBI
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has extended the Directions issued to the Indian Mercantile Co-operative Bank Ltd., Lucknow for a further period of six months from September 12, 2016 to March 11, 2017, subject to review. The bank has been under directions since June 12, 2014 vide directive dated June 4, 2014 issued under sub-section (1) of Section 35A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (AACS). The aforesaid directive has been modified / its validity extended vide RBI
Sep 06, 2016
RBI extend Directions to The Vaish Co-operative Commercial Bank Ltd., New Delhi till March 08, 2017
The Reserve Bank of India, in exercise of powers vested in it under sub-section (1) and (2) of Section 35A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (As Applicable to Co-operative Societies), hereby directs that the Directives dated August 28, 2015 issued to The Vaish Co-operative Commercial Bank Ltd., New Delhi, as modified on February 25, 2016, the validity of which was last extended up to September 08, 2016, shall continue to apply to the bank for a further period of six
The Reserve Bank of India, in exercise of powers vested in it under sub-section (1) and (2) of Section 35A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (As Applicable to Co-operative Societies), hereby directs that the Directives dated August 28, 2015 issued to The Vaish Co-operative Commercial Bank Ltd., New Delhi, as modified on February 25, 2016, the validity of which was last extended up to September 08, 2016, shall continue to apply to the bank for a further period of six
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