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Jun 07, 2019
Reserve Bank of India imposes monetary penalty on Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has, by an order dated June 06, 2019, imposed a monetary penalty of ₹ 20 million on Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited (the bank) for non-compliance with the directions issued to the bank by RBI in exercise of its powers under sections 27(2) and 35A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (the Act) to furnish information specified therein. This penalty has been imposed in exercise of powers vested in RBI under the provisions of Section 47A(1)(c) r
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has, by an order dated June 06, 2019, imposed a monetary penalty of ₹ 20 million on Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited (the bank) for non-compliance with the directions issued to the bank by RBI in exercise of its powers under sections 27(2) and 35A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (the Act) to furnish information specified therein. This penalty has been imposed in exercise of powers vested in RBI under the provisions of Section 47A(1)(c) r
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Jun 07, 2019
RBI releases Prudential Framework for Resolution of Stressed Assets
Hon’ble Supreme Court, vide its order dated April 2, 2019, had held the RBI circular dated February 12, 2018 on Resolution of Stressed Assets as ultra vires. In light of the same, the Statement on Framework for Resolution of Stressed Assets issued by the Governor on April 4, 2019 had clarified that the Reserve Bank of India will take necessary steps, including issuance of a revised circular, as may be necessary, for expeditious and effective resolution of stressed ass
Hon’ble Supreme Court, vide its order dated April 2, 2019, had held the RBI circular dated February 12, 2018 on Resolution of Stressed Assets as ultra vires. In light of the same, the Statement on Framework for Resolution of Stressed Assets issued by the Governor on April 4, 2019 had clarified that the Reserve Bank of India will take necessary steps, including issuance of a revised circular, as may be necessary, for expeditious and effective resolution of stressed ass
Jun 06, 2019
Scheduled Banks’ Statement of Position in India as on Friday, May 24, 2019
(Amount in Billions of ₹) SCHEDULED COMMERCIAL BANKS (Including RRBs) ALL SCHEDULED BANKS 25-May-18 10-MAY-2019 * 24-MAY-2019 * 25-May-18 10-MAY-2019 * 24-MAY-2019 * I LIABILITIES TO THE BKG.SYSTEM (A) a) Demand & Time deposits from bks. 1521.75 1724.63 1695 1567.22 1769.55 1739.89 ** b) Borrowings from banks 764.25 673.31 710.28 769.07 674.17 710.31 c) Other demand & time liabilities 157.25 127.84 115.79 158.75 128.85 116.96 II LIABILITIES TO OTHERS (A) a) De
(Amount in Billions of ₹) SCHEDULED COMMERCIAL BANKS (Including RRBs) ALL SCHEDULED BANKS 25-May-18 10-MAY-2019 * 24-MAY-2019 * 25-May-18 10-MAY-2019 * 24-MAY-2019 * I LIABILITIES TO THE BKG.SYSTEM (A) a) Demand & Time deposits from bks. 1521.75 1724.63 1695 1567.22 1769.55 1739.89 ** b) Borrowings from banks 764.25 673.31 710.28 769.07 674.17 710.31 c) Other demand & time liabilities 157.25 127.84 115.79 158.75 128.85 116.96 II LIABILITIES TO OTHERS (A) a) De
Jun 04, 2019
Marginal Cost of Funds Based Lending Rate (MCLR) for the month May 2019
The Reserve Bank of India has today released Lending Rates of Scheduled Commercial Banks based on data received during the month of May 2019. Ajit Prasad Assistant Adviser Press Release : 2018-2019/2859
The Reserve Bank of India has today released Lending Rates of Scheduled Commercial Banks based on data received during the month of May 2019. Ajit Prasad Assistant Adviser Press Release : 2018-2019/2859
Jun 03, 2019
Enforcement action in respect of statutory auditors of commercial banks
RBI vide its Press Release dated June 29, 2018 had put in place an enforcement action framework in respect of statutory auditors for the lapses in the statutory audit of commercial banks. In terms of the aforesaid enforcement action framework, on account of the lapses identified in a statutory audit assignment carried out by the firm, M/s S.R.Batliboi & Co. LLP, Chartered Accountants (ICAI Firm Registration Number: 301003E), it has been decided that RBI will not a
RBI vide its Press Release dated June 29, 2018 had put in place an enforcement action framework in respect of statutory auditors for the lapses in the statutory audit of commercial banks. In terms of the aforesaid enforcement action framework, on account of the lapses identified in a statutory audit assignment carried out by the firm, M/s S.R.Batliboi & Co. LLP, Chartered Accountants (ICAI Firm Registration Number: 301003E), it has been decided that RBI will not a
May 31, 2019
RBI releases 'Quarterly Statistics on Deposits and Credit of SCBs: March 2019’
Today, the Reserve Bank released its web publication entitled Quarterly Statistics on Deposits and Credit of Scheduled Commercial Banks (SCBs), March 2019 on its Database on Indian Economy (DBIE) portal (web-link: https://dbie.rbi.org.in/DBIE/dbie.rbi?site=publications#!3). Data on deposits, disaggregated by type and total credit are classified by states, districts, centres, population groups and bank groups, are collected from all SCBs, including regional rural banks
Today, the Reserve Bank released its web publication entitled Quarterly Statistics on Deposits and Credit of Scheduled Commercial Banks (SCBs), March 2019 on its Database on Indian Economy (DBIE) portal (web-link: https://dbie.rbi.org.in/DBIE/dbie.rbi?site=publications#!3). Data on deposits, disaggregated by type and total credit are classified by states, districts, centres, population groups and bank groups, are collected from all SCBs, including regional rural banks
May 23, 2019
Marginal Cost of Funds Based Lending Rate (MCLR) for the month April 2019
The Reserve Bank of India has today released Lending Rates of Scheduled Commercial Banks based on data received during the month of April 2019. Ajit Prasad Assistant Adviser Press Release: 2018-2019/2746
The Reserve Bank of India has today released Lending Rates of Scheduled Commercial Banks based on data received during the month of April 2019. Ajit Prasad Assistant Adviser Press Release: 2018-2019/2746
May 22, 2019
Financial Action Task Force (FATF) Public Statement dated February 22, 2019
The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has called on its members and other jurisdictions to apply counter-measures to protect the international financial system from the ongoing and substantial money laundering and terrorist financing (ML/FT) risks emanating from the jurisdiction of Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK). Jurisdiction of Iran is subject to a FATF call on its members to apply enhanced due diligence measures proportionate to the risks arising from
The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has called on its members and other jurisdictions to apply counter-measures to protect the international financial system from the ongoing and substantial money laundering and terrorist financing (ML/FT) risks emanating from the jurisdiction of Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK). Jurisdiction of Iran is subject to a FATF call on its members to apply enhanced due diligence measures proportionate to the risks arising from
May 22, 2019
Scheduled Banks’ Statement of Position in India as on Friday, May 10, 2019
(Amount in Billions of ₹) SCHEDULED COMMERCIAL BANKS (Including RRBs) ALL SCHEDULED BANKS 11-May-18 26-APR-2019 * 10-MAY-2019 * 11-May-18 26-APR-2019 * 10-MAY-2019 * I LIABILITIES TO THE BKG.SYSTEM (A) a) Demand & Time deposits from bks. 1526.48 1700.26 1724.59 1574.78 1745.94 1769.51 ** b) Borrowings from banks 702.79 745.58 673.34 710.29 747.66 674.2 c) Other demand & time liabilities 81.7 102.27 127.84 83.17 104.04 128.85 II LIABILITIES TO OTHERS (A) a) Dep
(Amount in Billions of ₹) SCHEDULED COMMERCIAL BANKS (Including RRBs) ALL SCHEDULED BANKS 11-May-18 26-APR-2019 * 10-MAY-2019 * 11-May-18 26-APR-2019 * 10-MAY-2019 * I LIABILITIES TO THE BKG.SYSTEM (A) a) Demand & Time deposits from bks. 1526.48 1700.26 1724.59 1574.78 1745.94 1769.51 ** b) Borrowings from banks 702.79 745.58 673.34 710.29 747.66 674.2 c) Other demand & time liabilities 81.7 102.27 127.84 83.17 104.04 128.85 II LIABILITIES TO OTHERS (A) a) Dep
May 13, 2019
Reserve Bank of India imposes monetary penalty on The Nainital Bank Limited
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has, by an order dated May 06, 2019, imposed a monetary penalty of ₹10 million on The Nainital Bank Limited (the bank) for its failure to fully automate NPA identification process despite specific direction issued by RBI in this regard. 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 Act, 1949, taking into account the failure
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has, by an order dated May 06, 2019, imposed a monetary penalty of ₹10 million on The Nainital Bank Limited (the bank) for its failure to fully automate NPA identification process despite specific direction issued by RBI in this regard. 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 Act, 1949, taking into account the failure
May 09, 2019
Scheduled Banks’ Statement of Position in India as on Friday, April 26, 2019
(Amount in Billions of ₹) SCHEDULED COMMERCIAL BANKS (Including RRBs) ALL SCHEDULED BANKS 27-Apr-18 12-APR-2019 * 26-APR-2019 * 27-Apr-18 12-APR-2019 * 26-APR-2019 * I LIABILITIES TO THE BKG.SYSTEM (A) a) Demand & Time deposits from bks. 1530.21 1716.61 1697.42 1579.89 1763.48 1743.10 ** b) Borrowings from banks 784.65 775.11 746.04 792.44 776.37 748.12 c) Other demand & time liabilities 170.18 86.4 104.45 171.63 88.09 106.22 II LIABILITIES TO OTHERS (A) a) De
(Amount in Billions of ₹) SCHEDULED COMMERCIAL BANKS (Including RRBs) ALL SCHEDULED BANKS 27-Apr-18 12-APR-2019 * 26-APR-2019 * 27-Apr-18 12-APR-2019 * 26-APR-2019 * I LIABILITIES TO THE BKG.SYSTEM (A) a) Demand & Time deposits from bks. 1530.21 1716.61 1697.42 1579.89 1763.48 1743.10 ** b) Borrowings from banks 784.65 775.11 746.04 792.44 776.37 748.12 c) Other demand & time liabilities 170.18 86.4 104.45 171.63 88.09 106.22 II LIABILITIES TO OTHERS (A) a) De
Apr 25, 2019
Scheduled Banks’ Statement of Position in India as on Friday, April 12, 2019
(Amount in Billions of ₹) SCHEDULED COMMERCIAL BANKS (Including RRBs and SFBs) ALL SCHEDULED BANKS 13-Apr-18 29-MAR-2019 * 12-APR-2019 * 13-Apr-18 29-MAR-2019 * 12-APR-2019 * I LIABILITIES TO THE BKG.SYSTEM (A) a) Demand & Time deposits from bks. 1501.05 1761.51 1711.42 1551.89 1809.75 1758.29 ** b) Borrowings from banks 698.11 793.36 773.4 702.67 793.64 774.66 c) Other demand & time liabilities 60.02 151.33 87.24 61.35 152.06 88.93 II LIABILITIES TO OTHERS (A
(Amount in Billions of ₹) SCHEDULED COMMERCIAL BANKS (Including RRBs and SFBs) ALL SCHEDULED BANKS 13-Apr-18 29-MAR-2019 * 12-APR-2019 * 13-Apr-18 29-MAR-2019 * 12-APR-2019 * I LIABILITIES TO THE BKG.SYSTEM (A) a) Demand & Time deposits from bks. 1501.05 1761.51 1711.42 1551.89 1809.75 1758.29 ** b) Borrowings from banks 698.11 793.36 773.4 702.67 793.64 774.66 c) Other demand & time liabilities 60.02 151.33 87.24 61.35 152.06 88.93 II LIABILITIES TO OTHERS (A
Apr 24, 2019
Reserve Bank of India divests its share in NABARD and NHB
The RBI divested its entire stake in NABARD and NHB amounting to ₹ 20 crore (Rupee twenty crore) and ₹ 1450 crore (Rupees one thousand four hundred and fifty crore) on February 26, 2019 and March 19, 2019 respectively. With this, the Government of India now holds 100% stake in both the financial institutions. Divestment of RBI’s stake in NABARD and NHB has its basis in the recommendation of Narasimham Committee II and the Discussion Paper prepared by RBI on Harmonizin
The RBI divested its entire stake in NABARD and NHB amounting to ₹ 20 crore (Rupee twenty crore) and ₹ 1450 crore (Rupees one thousand four hundred and fifty crore) on February 26, 2019 and March 19, 2019 respectively. With this, the Government of India now holds 100% stake in both the financial institutions. Divestment of RBI’s stake in NABARD and NHB has its basis in the recommendation of Narasimham Committee II and the Discussion Paper prepared by RBI on Harmonizin
Apr 20, 2019
RBI clarification on 5 day week in commercial banks
It has been reported in certain sections of the media that commercial banks would have a 5 day week in terms of RBI instructions. It is clarified that this information is not factually correct. RBI has not issued any such directions.Yogesh Dayal Chief General Manager Press Release: 2018-2019/2488
It has been reported in certain sections of the media that commercial banks would have a 5 day week in terms of RBI instructions. It is clarified that this information is not factually correct. RBI has not issued any such directions.Yogesh Dayal Chief General Manager Press Release: 2018-2019/2488
Apr 18, 2019
RBI releases draft “Enabling Framework for Regulatory Sandbox”
In view of the growing significance of FinTech innovations and their interface with the financial sector as well as financial sector entities, the Financial Stability and Development Council - Sub Committee had decided to set up a Working Group (WG), to look into and report on the granular aspects of FinTech and its implications, so as to review and reorient appropriately the regulatory framework and respond to the dynamics of the rapidly evolving FinTech scenario. Pu
In view of the growing significance of FinTech innovations and their interface with the financial sector as well as financial sector entities, the Financial Stability and Development Council - Sub Committee had decided to set up a Working Group (WG), to look into and report on the granular aspects of FinTech and its implications, so as to review and reorient appropriately the regulatory framework and respond to the dynamics of the rapidly evolving FinTech scenario. Pu
Apr 11, 2019
Scheduled Banks’ Statement of Position in India as on Friday, March 29, 2019
(Amount in Billions of ₹) SCHEDULED COMMERCIAL BANKS (Including RRBs and SFBs) ALL SCHEDULED BANKS 30-Mar-18 15-MAR-2019 * 29-MAR-2019 * 30-Mar-18 15-MAR-2019 * 29-MAR-2019 * I LIABILITIES TO THE BKG.SYSTEM (A) a) Demand & Time deposits from bks. 1615.58 1631.32 1756 1667.46 1676.05 1804.24 ** b) Borrowings from banks 601.23 866.28 791.18 611.74 867.99 791.46 c) Other demand & time liabilities 65.17 92.45 151.33 65.7 93.54 152.06 II LIABILITIES TO OTHERS (A) a
(Amount in Billions of ₹) SCHEDULED COMMERCIAL BANKS (Including RRBs and SFBs) ALL SCHEDULED BANKS 30-Mar-18 15-MAR-2019 * 29-MAR-2019 * 30-Mar-18 15-MAR-2019 * 29-MAR-2019 * I LIABILITIES TO THE BKG.SYSTEM (A) a) Demand & Time deposits from bks. 1615.58 1631.32 1756 1667.46 1676.05 1804.24 ** b) Borrowings from banks 601.23 866.28 791.18 611.74 867.99 791.46 c) Other demand & time liabilities 65.17 92.45 151.33 65.7 93.54 152.06 II LIABILITIES TO OTHERS (A) a
Apr 06, 2019
Announcement of Merger of Lakshmi Vilas Bank and Indiabulls Housing Finance Limited
Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has learnt through media reports that Lakshmi Vilas Bank (LVB) and Indiabulls Housing Finance Limited (IBHFL) have made a merger announcement on April 5, 2019 with approval of their respective Boards. It has been reported in a section of the media that the presence of two nominee directors of the RBI on the Board of LVB implies RBI’s indirect approval of the proposal. It is clarified that the merger announcement does not have any approval o
Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has learnt through media reports that Lakshmi Vilas Bank (LVB) and Indiabulls Housing Finance Limited (IBHFL) have made a merger announcement on April 5, 2019 with approval of their respective Boards. It has been reported in a section of the media that the presence of two nominee directors of the RBI on the Board of LVB implies RBI’s indirect approval of the proposal. It is clarified that the merger announcement does not have any approval o
Apr 04, 2019
Marginal Cost of Funds Based Lending Rate (MCLR) for the month March 2019
The Reserve Bank of India has today released Lending Rates of Scheduled Commercial Banks based on data received during the month of March 2019. Ajit Prasad Assistant Adviser Press Release : 2018-2019/2368
The Reserve Bank of India has today released Lending Rates of Scheduled Commercial Banks based on data received during the month of March 2019. Ajit Prasad Assistant Adviser Press Release : 2018-2019/2368
Mar 30, 2019
Branches of Vijaya Bank and Dena Bank to operate as branches of Bank of Baroda from April 1, 2019
The Amalgamation of Vijaya Bank and Dena Bank with Bank of Baroda Scheme, 2019 dated January 2, 2019, issued by the Government of India was published under Extraordinary Part II-Section 3-Sub-section (i) in the Gazette of India sanctioning the Amalgamation of Vijaya Bank and Dena Bank with Bank of Baroda in terms of section 9 of the Banking Companies (Acquisition and Transfer of Undertakings) Act, 1970 (5 of 1970) and section 9 of the Banking Companies (Acquisition an
The Amalgamation of Vijaya Bank and Dena Bank with Bank of Baroda Scheme, 2019 dated January 2, 2019, issued by the Government of India was published under Extraordinary Part II-Section 3-Sub-section (i) in the Gazette of India sanctioning the Amalgamation of Vijaya Bank and Dena Bank with Bank of Baroda in terms of section 9 of the Banking Companies (Acquisition and Transfer of Undertakings) Act, 1970 (5 of 1970) and section 9 of the Banking Companies (Acquisition an
Mar 28, 2019
Marginal Cost of Funds Based Lending Rate (MCLR) for the month February 2019
The Reserve Bank of India has today released Lending Rates of Scheduled Commercial Banks based on data received during the month of February 2019. Ajit Prasad Assistant Adviser Press Release: 2018-2019/2307
The Reserve Bank of India has today released Lending Rates of Scheduled Commercial Banks based on data received during the month of February 2019. Ajit Prasad Assistant Adviser Press Release: 2018-2019/2307
Mar 28, 2019
Annual Closing of Government Accounts - Transactions of Central / State Governments - Special Measures for the Current Financial Year (2018-19)
With a view to providing greater convenience to tax payers, as in previous years, it has been decided that RBI Offices and all designated branches of agency banks conducting government banking business will keep their counters open up to 8.00 p.m. on March 30, 2019 and upto 6.00 p.m. on March 31, 2019; electronic transactions can be done till the stipulated time on both the days. In order to facilitate Government receipts and payments, necessary arrangements have also
With a view to providing greater convenience to tax payers, as in previous years, it has been decided that RBI Offices and all designated branches of agency banks conducting government banking business will keep their counters open up to 8.00 p.m. on March 30, 2019 and upto 6.00 p.m. on March 31, 2019; electronic transactions can be done till the stipulated time on both the days. In order to facilitate Government receipts and payments, necessary arrangements have also
Mar 27, 2019
Reserve Bank of India imposes monetary penalty on Punjab National Bank
Reference is invited to the Press Release No. 2018-2019/2144 dated March 08, 2019 regarding imposition of penalty on 36 banks for non-compliance with various directions issued by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on time-bound implementation and strengthening of SWIFT-related operational controls. In continuation thereto, RBI has imposed, by an order dated February 25, 2019, a monetary penalty of ₹ 20 million (Rupees Twenty Million) on Punjab National Bank (the bank) fo
Reference is invited to the Press Release No. 2018-2019/2144 dated March 08, 2019 regarding imposition of penalty on 36 banks for non-compliance with various directions issued by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on time-bound implementation and strengthening of SWIFT-related operational controls. In continuation thereto, RBI has imposed, by an order dated February 25, 2019, a monetary penalty of ₹ 20 million (Rupees Twenty Million) on Punjab National Bank (the bank) fo
Mar 27, 2019
Scheduled Banks’ Statement of Position in India as on Friday, March 15, 2019
(Amount in Billions of ₹) SCHEDULED COMMERCIAL BANKS (Including RRBs) ALL SCHEDULED BANKS 16-Mar-18 01-MAR-2019 * 15-MAR-2019 * 16-Mar-18 01-MAR-2019 * 15-MAR-2019 * I LIABILITIES TO THE BKG.SYSTEM (A) a) Demand & Time deposits from bks. 1415.78 1620.46 1631.42 1464.87 1664.62 1676.15 ** b) Borrowings from banks 708.03 811.01 866.28 715.34 811.18 867.99 c) Other demand & time liabilities 126.15 100.71 92.46 127.64 101.57 93.55 II LIABILITIES TO OTHERS (A) a) D
(Amount in Billions of ₹) SCHEDULED COMMERCIAL BANKS (Including RRBs) ALL SCHEDULED BANKS 16-Mar-18 01-MAR-2019 * 15-MAR-2019 * 16-Mar-18 01-MAR-2019 * 15-MAR-2019 * I LIABILITIES TO THE BKG.SYSTEM (A) a) Demand & Time deposits from bks. 1415.78 1620.46 1631.42 1464.87 1664.62 1676.15 ** b) Borrowings from banks 708.03 811.01 866.28 715.34 811.18 867.99 c) Other demand & time liabilities 126.15 100.71 92.46 127.64 101.57 93.55 II LIABILITIES TO OTHERS (A) a) D
Mar 16, 2019
Reserve Bank of India Clarifies
There have been some media reports about the stance of the Reserve Bank of India with regard to the Revised Framework on Resolution of Stressed Assets issued on February 12, 2018. As the matter is sub judice and the Hon’ble Supreme Court has reserved its orders on the matter, the Reserve Bank will not comment on the specific details. However, it is reiterated that the Reserve Bank maintains its stand on all aspects of the Framework as has been consistently articulated
There have been some media reports about the stance of the Reserve Bank of India with regard to the Revised Framework on Resolution of Stressed Assets issued on February 12, 2018. As the matter is sub judice and the Hon’ble Supreme Court has reserved its orders on the matter, the Reserve Bank will not comment on the specific details. However, it is reiterated that the Reserve Bank maintains its stand on all aspects of the Framework as has been consistently articulated
Mar 14, 2019
RBI releases 2018 list of Domestic Systemically Important Banks (D-SIBs)
SBI, ICICI Bank, and HDFC Bank continue to be identified as Domestic Systemically Important Banks (D-SIBs), under the same bucketing structure as last year. The additional Common Equity Tier 1 (CET1) requirement for D-SIBs has already been phased-in from April 1, 2016 and will become fully effective from April 1, 2019. The additional CET1 requirement will be in addition to the capital conservation buffer. The updated list of D-SIBs is as follows- Bucket Banks Addition
SBI, ICICI Bank, and HDFC Bank continue to be identified as Domestic Systemically Important Banks (D-SIBs), under the same bucketing structure as last year. The additional Common Equity Tier 1 (CET1) requirement for D-SIBs has already been phased-in from April 1, 2016 and will become fully effective from April 1, 2019. The additional CET1 requirement will be in addition to the capital conservation buffer. The updated list of D-SIBs is as follows- Bucket Banks Addition
Mar 14, 2019
Re-categorization of IDBI Bank Ltd. as a Private Sector Bank
IDBI Bank Limited has been categorized as a ‘Private Sector Bank’ for regulatory purposes by Reserve Bank of India with effect from January 21, 2019 consequent upon Life Insurance Corporation of India acquiring 51% of the total paid-up equity share capital of the bank. Jose J. Kattoor Chief General Manager Press Release: 2018-2019/2194
IDBI Bank Limited has been categorized as a ‘Private Sector Bank’ for regulatory purposes by Reserve Bank of India with effect from January 21, 2019 consequent upon Life Insurance Corporation of India acquiring 51% of the total paid-up equity share capital of the bank. Jose J. Kattoor Chief General Manager Press Release: 2018-2019/2194
Mar 14, 2019
Scheduled Banks’ Statement of Position in India as on Friday, March 01, 2019
(Amount in Billions of ₹) SCHEDULED COMMERCIAL BANKS(Including RRBs) ALL SCHEDULED BANKS 2-Mar-18 15-FEB-2019* 01-MAR-2019* 2-Mar-18 15-FEB-2019* 01-MAR-2019* I LIABILITIES TO THE BKG.SYSTEM (A) a) Demand & Time deposits from bks. 1430.13 1606.16 1620.29 1478.76 1650.38 1664.45** b) Borrowings from banks 706.59 818.7 811.01 716.88 819.31 811.18 c) Other demand & time liabilities 98.23 82.69 100.25 99.69 83.56 101.11 II LIABILITIES TO OTHERS (A) a) Deposits (ot
(Amount in Billions of ₹) SCHEDULED COMMERCIAL BANKS(Including RRBs) ALL SCHEDULED BANKS 2-Mar-18 15-FEB-2019* 01-MAR-2019* 2-Mar-18 15-FEB-2019* 01-MAR-2019* I LIABILITIES TO THE BKG.SYSTEM (A) a) Demand & Time deposits from bks. 1430.13 1606.16 1620.29 1478.76 1650.38 1664.45** b) Borrowings from banks 706.59 818.7 811.01 716.88 819.31 811.18 c) Other demand & time liabilities 98.23 82.69 100.25 99.69 83.56 101.11 II LIABILITIES TO OTHERS (A) a) Deposits (ot
Mar 08, 2019
Reserve Bank of India imposes monetary penalty on 36 banks
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has imposed, by orders dated January 31, 2019 and February 25, 2019, monetary penalty for non-compliance with various directions issued by RBI on time-bound implementation and strengthening of SWIFT-related operational controls on 36 banks as detailed below: Sr. No. Name of the bank Amount of penalty (in ₹ Million) 1. Bank of Baroda 40 2. Catholic Syrian Bank Limited 40 3. Citibank N.A. 40 4. Indian Bank 40 5. Karnataka Bank Limited 40
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has imposed, by orders dated January 31, 2019 and February 25, 2019, monetary penalty for non-compliance with various directions issued by RBI on time-bound implementation and strengthening of SWIFT-related operational controls on 36 banks as detailed below: Sr. No. Name of the bank Amount of penalty (in ₹ Million) 1. Bank of Baroda 40 2. Catholic Syrian Bank Limited 40 3. Citibank N.A. 40 4. Indian Bank 40 5. Karnataka Bank Limited 40
Feb 28, 2019
RBI approves Amalgamation of DBS Bank Ltd., India with DBS Bank India Limited
The Reserve Bank of India has sanctioned the Scheme of Amalgamation of the entire undertaking of DBS Bank Ltd., India with DBS Bank India Limited which has been granted licence by the Reserve Bank to carry on the business of banking in India through Wholly Owned Subsidiary (WOS) Mode under section 22(1) of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949. The Scheme has been sanctioned in exercise of the powers contained in sub-section (4) of Section 44A of the Banking Regulation Act
The Reserve Bank of India has sanctioned the Scheme of Amalgamation of the entire undertaking of DBS Bank Ltd., India with DBS Bank India Limited which has been granted licence by the Reserve Bank to carry on the business of banking in India through Wholly Owned Subsidiary (WOS) Mode under section 22(1) of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949. The Scheme has been sanctioned in exercise of the powers contained in sub-section (4) of Section 44A of the Banking Regulation Act
Feb 28, 2019
Scheduled Banks’ Statement of Position in India as on Friday, February 15, 2019
(Amount in Billions of ₹) SCHEDULED COMMERCIAL BANKS (Including RRBs) ALL SCHEDULED BANKS 16-FEB-2018 01-FEB-2019* 15-FEB-2019* 16-FEB-2018 01-FEB-2019* 15-FEB-2019* I LIABILITIES TO THE BKG.SYSTEM (A) a) Demand & Time deposits from bks. 1436.29 1597.52 1581.85 1484.75 1641.17 1626.07** b) Borrowings from banks 716.75 761.47 819.11 720.33 761.95 819.72 c) Other demand & time liabilities 74.05 105.01 87.81 75.53 105.76 88.68 II LIABILITIES TO OTHERS (A) a) Depo
(Amount in Billions of ₹) SCHEDULED COMMERCIAL BANKS (Including RRBs) ALL SCHEDULED BANKS 16-FEB-2018 01-FEB-2019* 15-FEB-2019* 16-FEB-2018 01-FEB-2019* 15-FEB-2019* I LIABILITIES TO THE BKG.SYSTEM (A) a) Demand & Time deposits from bks. 1436.29 1597.52 1581.85 1484.75 1641.17 1626.07** b) Borrowings from banks 716.75 761.47 819.11 720.33 761.95 819.72 c) Other demand & time liabilities 74.05 105.01 87.81 75.53 105.76 88.68 II LIABILITIES TO OTHERS (A) a) Depo
Feb 26, 2019
Prompt Corrective Action (PCA) Framework
The Board for Financial Supervision (BFS), in its meeting held on February 26, 2019 reviewed the performance of banks under PCA and noted that the Government of India has infused fresh capital on February 21, 2019 into various banks including some of the banks currently under the PCA framework. Of these banks, the BFS noted that Allahabad Bank and Corporation Bank had received ₹ 6896 crore and ₹ 9086 crore respectively. This has shored up their capital funds and also
The Board for Financial Supervision (BFS), in its meeting held on February 26, 2019 reviewed the performance of banks under PCA and noted that the Government of India has infused fresh capital on February 21, 2019 into various banks including some of the banks currently under the PCA framework. Of these banks, the BFS noted that Allahabad Bank and Corporation Bank had received ₹ 6896 crore and ₹ 9086 crore respectively. This has shored up their capital funds and also
Feb 21, 2019
Marginal Cost of Funds Based Lending Rate (MCLR) for the month January 2019
The Reserve Bank of India has today released Lending Rates of Scheduled Commercial Banks based on data received during the month of January 2019. Ajit Prasad Assistant Adviser Press Release: 2018-2019/1996
The Reserve Bank of India has today released Lending Rates of Scheduled Commercial Banks based on data received during the month of January 2019. Ajit Prasad Assistant Adviser Press Release: 2018-2019/1996
Feb 14, 2019
Reserve Bank of India imposes monetary penalty on three banks
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has imposed, by orders dated January 31, 2019, monetary penalty for non-compliance with various directions issued by RBI on monitoring of end use of funds, exchange of information with other banks, and on restructuring of accounts, on three banks as detailed below: Sr. No. Name of the bank Amount of penalty (in ₹ Million) 1. Bank of India 10 2. Oriental Bank of Commerce 15 3. Punjab National Bank 10 These penalties have been imposed in
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has imposed, by orders dated January 31, 2019, monetary penalty for non-compliance with various directions issued by RBI on monitoring of end use of funds, exchange of information with other banks, and on restructuring of accounts, on three banks as detailed below: Sr. No. Name of the bank Amount of penalty (in ₹ Million) 1. Bank of India 10 2. Oriental Bank of Commerce 15 3. Punjab National Bank 10 These penalties have been imposed in
Feb 13, 2019
Reserve Bank of India imposes monetary penalty on four banks
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has imposed, by orders dated January 31, 2019, monetary penalty for non-compliance with various directions issued by RBI on monitoring of end use of funds, exchange of information with other banks, classification and reporting of frauds, and on restructuring of accounts, on four banks as detailed below: Sr. No. Name of the bank Amount of penalty (in ₹ Million) 1. Bank of Baroda 10 2. Corporation Bank 20 3. State Bank of India 10 4. Unio
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has imposed, by orders dated January 31, 2019, monetary penalty for non-compliance with various directions issued by RBI on monitoring of end use of funds, exchange of information with other banks, classification and reporting of frauds, and on restructuring of accounts, on four banks as detailed below: Sr. No. Name of the bank Amount of penalty (in ₹ Million) 1. Bank of Baroda 10 2. Corporation Bank 20 3. State Bank of India 10 4. Unio
Feb 13, 2019
Scheduled Banks’ Statement of Position in India as on Friday, February 01, 2019
(Amount in Billions of ₹) SCHEDULED COMMERCIAL BANKS (Including RRBs) ALL SCHEDULED BANKS 02-FEB-2018 18-JAN-2019* 01-FEB-2019* 02-FEB-2018 18-JAN-2019* 01-FEB-2019* I LIABILITIES TO THE BKG.SYSTEM (A) a) Demand & Time deposits from bks. 1446.5 1588.68 1597.55 1495.08 1631.29 1641.20** b) Borrowings from banks 701.16 831.83 761.47 712.41 834.96 761.95 c) Other demand & time liabilities 57.35 148.14 104.98 58.83 149.01 105.73 II LIABILITIES TO OTHERS (A) a) Dep
(Amount in Billions of ₹) SCHEDULED COMMERCIAL BANKS (Including RRBs) ALL SCHEDULED BANKS 02-FEB-2018 18-JAN-2019* 01-FEB-2019* 02-FEB-2018 18-JAN-2019* 01-FEB-2019* I LIABILITIES TO THE BKG.SYSTEM (A) a) Demand & Time deposits from bks. 1446.5 1588.68 1597.55 1495.08 1631.29 1641.20** b) Borrowings from banks 701.16 831.83 761.47 712.41 834.96 761.95 c) Other demand & time liabilities 57.35 148.14 104.98 58.83 149.01 105.73 II LIABILITIES TO OTHERS (A) a) Dep
Feb 12, 2019
Reserve Bank of India imposes monetary penalty on four banks
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has imposed, by orders dated January 31, 2019, monetary penalty for non-compliance with various directions issued by RBI on monitoring of end use of funds, exchange of information with other banks, classification and reporting of frauds, and on restructuring of accounts, on four banks as detailed below: Sr. No. Name of the bank Amount of penalty (in ₹ Million) 1. Allahabad Bank 15 2. Andhra Bank 10 3. Bank of Maharashtra 15 4. Indian Ov
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has imposed, by orders dated January 31, 2019, monetary penalty for non-compliance with various directions issued by RBI on monitoring of end use of funds, exchange of information with other banks, classification and reporting of frauds, and on restructuring of accounts, on four banks as detailed below: Sr. No. Name of the bank Amount of penalty (in ₹ Million) 1. Allahabad Bank 15 2. Andhra Bank 10 3. Bank of Maharashtra 15 4. Indian Ov
Feb 12, 2019
Reserve Bank of India imposes monetary penalty on three banks
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has imposed, by orders dated February 04, 2019, monetary penalty for non-compliance with various directions issued by RBI on Know Your Customer (KYC) norms / Anti-Money Laundering (AML) standards, more specifically those contained in circulars dated November 29, 2004 and May 22, 2008, on three banks as indicated below: Sr. No. Name of the bank Amount of penalty (in ₹ Million) 1. HDFC Bank Limited 02 2. IDBI Bank Limited 02 3. Kotak Mahi
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has imposed, by orders dated February 04, 2019, monetary penalty for non-compliance with various directions issued by RBI on Know Your Customer (KYC) norms / Anti-Money Laundering (AML) standards, more specifically those contained in circulars dated November 29, 2004 and May 22, 2008, on three banks as indicated below: Sr. No. Name of the bank Amount of penalty (in ₹ Million) 1. HDFC Bank Limited 02 2. IDBI Bank Limited 02 3. Kotak Mahi
Feb 05, 2019
Reserve Bank of India imposes monetary penalty on Axis Bank Limited
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has imposed, by an order dated January 29, 2019, a monetary penalty of ₹ 20 million (Rupees Twenty Million) on Axis Bank Limited (the bank) for non-compliance with Circular on ‘Collection of Account Payee Cheques – Prohibition on Crediting Proceeds to Third Party Account’ dated January 22, 2014 and Master Directions on ‘Frauds – Classification and Reporting by commercial banks and select FIs’ dated July 01, 2016 issued by RBI. This pena
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has imposed, by an order dated January 29, 2019, a monetary penalty of ₹ 20 million (Rupees Twenty Million) on Axis Bank Limited (the bank) for non-compliance with Circular on ‘Collection of Account Payee Cheques – Prohibition on Crediting Proceeds to Third Party Account’ dated January 22, 2014 and Master Directions on ‘Frauds – Classification and Reporting by commercial banks and select FIs’ dated July 01, 2016 issued by RBI. This pena
Feb 05, 2019
Reserve Bank of India imposes monetary penalty on UCO Bank
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has imposed, by an order dated January 29, 2019, a monetary penalty of ₹ 20 million (Rupees Twenty Million) on UCO Bank (the bank) for non-compliance with Circular on ‘Collection of Account Payee Cheques – Prohibition on Crediting Proceeds to Third Party Account’ dated January 22, 2014 and Master Directions on ‘Frauds – Classification and Reporting by commercial banks and select FIs’ dated July 01, 2016 issued by RBI. This penalty has b
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has imposed, by an order dated January 29, 2019, a monetary penalty of ₹ 20 million (Rupees Twenty Million) on UCO Bank (the bank) for non-compliance with Circular on ‘Collection of Account Payee Cheques – Prohibition on Crediting Proceeds to Third Party Account’ dated January 22, 2014 and Master Directions on ‘Frauds – Classification and Reporting by commercial banks and select FIs’ dated July 01, 2016 issued by RBI. This penalty has b
Feb 05, 2019
Reserve Bank of India imposes monetary penalty on Axis Bank Limited
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has, on January 29, 2019, imposed a monetary penalty of ₹ 2 million (Two Million) on Axis Bank Limited (the bank) for contravention of the directions contained in Master Circular on Detection and Impounding of Counterfeit Notes dated July 20, 2017 and, the Circular on Sorting of Notes – Installation of Note Sorting Machines dated November 19, 2009. This penalty has been imposed in exercise of powers vested in RBI under the provisions of
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has, on January 29, 2019, imposed a monetary penalty of ₹ 2 million (Two Million) on Axis Bank Limited (the bank) for contravention of the directions contained in Master Circular on Detection and Impounding of Counterfeit Notes dated July 20, 2017 and, the Circular on Sorting of Notes – Installation of Note Sorting Machines dated November 19, 2009. This penalty has been imposed in exercise of powers vested in RBI under the provisions of
Feb 05, 2019
Reserve Bank of India imposes monetary penalty on Syndicate Bank
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has imposed, by an order dated January 30, 2019, a monetary penalty of ₹ 10 million on Syndicate Bank (the bank) for non-compliance with the directions contained in Master Circular on Frauds - Classification and Reporting dated July 01, 2015 and Circular on Risk Management Systems in Banks dated October 07, 1999 issued by RBI. This penalty has been imposed in exercise of powers vested in RBI under the provisions of Section 47A (1) (c) r
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has imposed, by an order dated January 30, 2019, a monetary penalty of ₹ 10 million on Syndicate Bank (the bank) for non-compliance with the directions contained in Master Circular on Frauds - Classification and Reporting dated July 01, 2015 and Circular on Risk Management Systems in Banks dated October 07, 1999 issued by RBI. This penalty has been imposed in exercise of powers vested in RBI under the provisions of Section 47A (1) (c) r
Feb 04, 2019
Kisan Credit Card (KCC) Scheme: Working Capital for Animal Husbandry and Fisheries
The Kisan Credit Card Scheme aims at providing adequate and timely credit support from the banking system under a single window with flexible and simplified procedure to the farmers for short term crop loans. In order to extend the operational flexibility to farmers engaged in Animal Husbandry and Fisheries the Government of India had announced their decision to extend the facilities of KCC to these farmers in the Budget 2018-19. The matter has been examined and in co
The Kisan Credit Card Scheme aims at providing adequate and timely credit support from the banking system under a single window with flexible and simplified procedure to the farmers for short term crop loans. In order to extend the operational flexibility to farmers engaged in Animal Husbandry and Fisheries the Government of India had announced their decision to extend the facilities of KCC to these farmers in the Budget 2018-19. The matter has been examined and in co
Jan 31, 2019
Prompt Corrective Action Framework
On a review of the performance of Public Sector Banks (PSBs) currently under the Prompt Corrective Action Framework (PCAF), it was noted that a few banks are not in breach of the PCA parameters as per their published results for the quarter ending December 2018, except Return on Assets (RoA). However, though the RoA continues to be negative, the same is reflected in the capital adequacy indicator. These banks have provided a written commitment that they would comply w
On a review of the performance of Public Sector Banks (PSBs) currently under the Prompt Corrective Action Framework (PCAF), it was noted that a few banks are not in breach of the PCA parameters as per their published results for the quarter ending December 2018, except Return on Assets (RoA). However, though the RoA continues to be negative, the same is reflected in the capital adequacy indicator. These banks have provided a written commitment that they would comply w
Jan 31, 2019
Scheduled Banks’ Statement of Position in India as on Friday, January 18, 2019
(Amount in Billions of ₹) SCHEDULED COMMERCIAL BANKS (Including RRBs) ALL SCHEDULED BANKS 19-Jan-18 04-JAN-2019 * 18-JAN-2019 * 19-Jan-18 04-JAN-2019 * 18-JAN-2019 * I LIABILITIES TO THE BKG.SYSTEM (A) a) Demand & Time deposits from bks. 1467.54 1586.49 1588.68 1516.69 1628.81 1631.29 ** b) Borrowings from banks 760.39 717.13 831.11 765.42 722.08 834.24 c) Other demand & time liabilities 138.78 163.66 148.08 140.19 165.24 148.95 II LIABILITIES TO OTHERS (A) a)
(Amount in Billions of ₹) SCHEDULED COMMERCIAL BANKS (Including RRBs) ALL SCHEDULED BANKS 19-Jan-18 04-JAN-2019 * 18-JAN-2019 * 19-Jan-18 04-JAN-2019 * 18-JAN-2019 * I LIABILITIES TO THE BKG.SYSTEM (A) a) Demand & Time deposits from bks. 1467.54 1586.49 1588.68 1516.69 1628.81 1631.29 ** b) Borrowings from banks 760.39 717.13 831.11 765.42 722.08 834.24 c) Other demand & time liabilities 138.78 163.66 148.08 140.19 165.24 148.95 II LIABILITIES TO OTHERS (A) a)
Jan 25, 2019
Marginal Cost of Funds Based Lending Rate (MCLR) for the month December 2018
The Reserve Bank of India has today released Lending Rates of Scheduled Commercial Banks based on data received during the month of December 2018. Shailaja Singh Deputy General Manager Press Release: 2018-2019/1747
The Reserve Bank of India has today released Lending Rates of Scheduled Commercial Banks based on data received during the month of December 2018. Shailaja Singh Deputy General Manager Press Release: 2018-2019/1747
Jan 16, 2019
Reserve Bank of India imposes monetary penalty on Bank of Maharashtra
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has imposed, by an order dated January 04, 2019, a monetary penalty of ₹10 million on Bank of Maharashtra (the bank) for non-compliance with Master Directions on Frauds-Classification and Reporting dated July 01, 2016 and Master Direction on Know Your Customer dated February 25, 2016 (updated as on July 08, 2016) issued by RBI. This penalty has been imposed in exercise of powers vested in RBI under the provisions of Section 47A (1) (c)
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has imposed, by an order dated January 04, 2019, a monetary penalty of ₹10 million on Bank of Maharashtra (the bank) for non-compliance with Master Directions on Frauds-Classification and Reporting dated July 01, 2016 and Master Direction on Know Your Customer dated February 25, 2016 (updated as on July 08, 2016) issued by RBI. This penalty has been imposed in exercise of powers vested in RBI under the provisions of Section 47A (1) (c)
Jan 16, 2019
Scheduled Banks’ Statement of Position in India as on Friday, January 04, 2019
(Amount in Billions of ₹) SCHEDULED COMMERCIAL BANKS (Including RRBs and SFBs) ALL SCHEDULED BANKS 05-JAN-2018 21-DEC-2018 * 04-JAN-2019 * 05-JAN-2018 21-DEC-2018 * 04-JAN-2019 * I LIABILITIES TO THE BKG.SYSTEM (A) a) Demand & Time deposits from bks. 1441.12 1517.85 1586.25 1490.83 1560.64 1628.57 ** b) Borrowings from banks 654.01 938.56 717.13 656.27 939.86 722.08 c) Other demand & time liabilities 65.36 95.75 163.62 67.07 96.89 165.2 II LIABILITIES TO OTHER
(Amount in Billions of ₹) SCHEDULED COMMERCIAL BANKS (Including RRBs and SFBs) ALL SCHEDULED BANKS 05-JAN-2018 21-DEC-2018 * 04-JAN-2019 * 05-JAN-2018 21-DEC-2018 * 04-JAN-2019 * I LIABILITIES TO THE BKG.SYSTEM (A) a) Demand & Time deposits from bks. 1441.12 1517.85 1586.25 1490.83 1560.64 1628.57 ** b) Borrowings from banks 654.01 938.56 717.13 656.27 939.86 722.08 c) Other demand & time liabilities 65.36 95.75 163.62 67.07 96.89 165.2 II LIABILITIES TO OTHER
Jan 11, 2019
RBI imposes monetary penalty on Citibank NA India
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has, by an order dated January 4, 2019 imposed a monetary penalty of ₹ 30 million on Citibank NA India (the bank) for deficiencies in compliance with the RBI instructions on ‘Fit and Proper’ criteria for directors of banks. 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 Act, 1949, taking into account the failure of the bank
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has, by an order dated January 4, 2019 imposed a monetary penalty of ₹ 30 million on Citibank NA India (the bank) for deficiencies in compliance with the RBI instructions on ‘Fit and Proper’ criteria for directors of banks. 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 Act, 1949, taking into account the failure of the bank
Jan 03, 2019
Basic Statistical Returns of Scheduled Commercial Banks in India - Volume 47, March 2018
Today, the Reserve Bank released the web publication ‘Basic Statistical Returns of Scheduled Commercial Banks (SCBs) in India – Volume 47’ on its Database on Indian Economy (DBIE) portal (web-link: https://dbie.rbi.org.in/DBIE/dbie.rbi?site=publications#!9). It provides information on various characteristics of bank deposits and credit, based on branch level data collected through the Basic Statistical Returns (BSR) 1 & 2 annually1. BSR-1 collects information on t
Today, the Reserve Bank released the web publication ‘Basic Statistical Returns of Scheduled Commercial Banks (SCBs) in India – Volume 47’ on its Database on Indian Economy (DBIE) portal (web-link: https://dbie.rbi.org.in/DBIE/dbie.rbi?site=publications#!9). It provides information on various characteristics of bank deposits and credit, based on branch level data collected through the Basic Statistical Returns (BSR) 1 & 2 annually1. BSR-1 collects information on t
Jan 03, 2019
Financial Action Task Force (FATF) Public Statement dated October 19, 2018
The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has called on its members and other jurisdictions to apply counter-measures to protect the international financial system from the on-going and substantial money laundering and terrorist financing (ML/FT) risks emanating from the jurisdiction of Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK). Jurisdiction of Iran is subject to a FATF call on its members to apply enhanced due diligence measures proportionate to the risks arising fro
The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has called on its members and other jurisdictions to apply counter-measures to protect the international financial system from the on-going and substantial money laundering and terrorist financing (ML/FT) risks emanating from the jurisdiction of Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK). Jurisdiction of Iran is subject to a FATF call on its members to apply enhanced due diligence measures proportionate to the risks arising fro
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