Speeches - RBI - Reserve Bank of India
Speeches
Jan 15, 2001
Banking and Finance in the New Millennium.
This is the first Bank Economists Conference in the new millennium, and the subject that you have chosen for this important conference "Indian Banking in the New Millennium" will set the tone and pace of development in the banking and financial sector for the future.2. Indias banking system has several outstanding achievements to its credit, the most striking of which is its reach. An extensive banking network has been established in the last thirty years, and India
Dr. Bimal Jalan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
This is the first Bank Economists Conference in the new millennium, and the subject that you have chosen for this important conference "Indian Banking in the New Millennium" will set the tone and pace of development in the banking and financial sector for the future.2. Indias banking system has several outstanding achievements to its credit, the most striking of which is its reach. An extensive banking network has been established in the last thirty years, and India
Jan 15, 2001
"Indias Economy in the Twenty-First Century: A New Beginning or A False Dawn"
I am grateful to Dr. Kapila Vatsayayan and Shri N.N. Vohra for inviting me to deliver the Dr. C.D.Deshmukh Memorial Lecture today. This annual Lecture in memory of one of Indias most distinguished thinkers and policy makers is a highly prestigious occasion, and one of the highlights of the India International Centre (IIC) calendar of events. When I was first asked, I must confess that I was reluctant as I was not sure whether matters which dominate my professional li
Dr. Bimal Jalan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
I am grateful to Dr. Kapila Vatsayayan and Shri N.N. Vohra for inviting me to deliver the Dr. C.D.Deshmukh Memorial Lecture today. This annual Lecture in memory of one of Indias most distinguished thinkers and policy makers is a highly prestigious occasion, and one of the highlights of the India International Centre (IIC) calendar of events. When I was first asked, I must confess that I was reluctant as I was not sure whether matters which dominate my professional li
Dec 07, 2000
Summary of the Welcome Remarks by Dr.Bimal Jalan, Governor, at the 11th C.D. Deshmukh Memorial Lecture
On behalf of the Reserve Bank of India and myself, I am very happy to welcome Professor Charles Goodhart to Mumbai to deliver the Eleventh C.D. Deshmukh Memorial Lecture. Prof. Goodhart’s work, both as a Central Banker and as an economic thinker, is well known and he hardly needs any introduction before this audience. Educated at Cambridge and Harvard Universities, he has held several high academic positions, and is at present the Norman Sosnow Profesor of Banking and
Dr. Bimal Jalan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
On behalf of the Reserve Bank of India and myself, I am very happy to welcome Professor Charles Goodhart to Mumbai to deliver the Eleventh C.D. Deshmukh Memorial Lecture. Prof. Goodhart’s work, both as a Central Banker and as an economic thinker, is well known and he hardly needs any introduction before this audience. Educated at Cambridge and Harvard Universities, he has held several high academic positions, and is at present the Norman Sosnow Profesor of Banking and
Dec 04, 2000
Development and Management of Forex Markets : A Central Banking Perspective
Mr. Venkataraman, distinguished guests and friends, I am thankful to the Forex Association of India for inviting me to this Session of the 21st Asia Pacific Forex Congress. I would like to add a special word of welcome to the delegates from Asia and the Pacific regions to Delhi to participate in this Congress. For us, this is a very special occasion as India, I believe, has a lot to learn from the experience of countries in our region in the proper development and man
Dr. Bimal Jalan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Mr. Venkataraman, distinguished guests and friends, I am thankful to the Forex Association of India for inviting me to this Session of the 21st Asia Pacific Forex Congress. I would like to add a special word of welcome to the delegates from Asia and the Pacific regions to Delhi to participate in this Congress. For us, this is a very special occasion as India, I believe, has a lot to learn from the experience of countries in our region in the proper development and man
Nov 24, 2000
Pension System in India : A Central Bankers Perspective
Mr. Chairman and friends, At the outset I wish to compliment the Asian Development Bank Institute and others who are sponsoring this policy Conference. The Conference is rightly addressing the policy issues as well as practical skills involved in examining and improving the pension systems in South Asian countries. The approach of enabling of sharing of experiences and views among South Asian countries and, with multilateral institutions is commendable. My comments to
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Mr. Chairman and friends, At the outset I wish to compliment the Asian Development Bank Institute and others who are sponsoring this policy Conference. The Conference is rightly addressing the policy issues as well as practical skills involved in examining and improving the pension systems in South Asian countries. The approach of enabling of sharing of experiences and views among South Asian countries and, with multilateral institutions is commendable. My comments to
Nov 24, 2000
Fiscal Reforms at State-level : Review and Prospects
Mr. Chairman and friends, I must compliment the organisers of this conclave for choosing a subject of vital importance to our economy and society and, making excellent arrangements for a comprehensive but focussed discussion. This is a good opportunity to present Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) perspectives on fiscal reforms at State level. The presentation is divided into five parts, viz. role of RBI in the State finances; review of fiscal reform effort; changing role
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Mr. Chairman and friends, I must compliment the organisers of this conclave for choosing a subject of vital importance to our economy and society and, making excellent arrangements for a comprehensive but focussed discussion. This is a good opportunity to present Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) perspectives on fiscal reforms at State level. The presentation is divided into five parts, viz. role of RBI in the State finances; review of fiscal reform effort; changing role
Nov 16, 2000
Government Budgets, Banking and Auditors: What is New?
Mr. Chairman and friends,I am thankful to the organisers for persuading me to address this gathering since the event has provoked me to think deeper on a subject of mutual interest. In fact, having agreed to give a talk, the search for an appropriate subject commenced. It has to be futuristic as demanded by the organisers. It ought to be of general interest and at the same time relevant to a gathering of Chartered Accountants. Of course it can not but be an area of co
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Mr. Chairman and friends,I am thankful to the organisers for persuading me to address this gathering since the event has provoked me to think deeper on a subject of mutual interest. In fact, having agreed to give a talk, the search for an appropriate subject commenced. It has to be futuristic as demanded by the organisers. It ought to be of general interest and at the same time relevant to a gathering of Chartered Accountants. Of course it can not but be an area of co
Oct 30, 2000
Indian Economy : 1950; 2000; 2020
Friends, I have many reasons for being delighted to be participating in the Swarna Mahotsavam of Vivek Vardhini College. I must appreciate the persuasive skills of Principal Dr. Pushpavathi for bringing me here. Being a Hyderabadi, I have several distinguished colleagues and friends who are faculty and alumni of Vivek Vardhini College. The founding fathers of Vivek Vardhini were real visionaries who were pioneers in projecting a genuine Indian slant to education; we m
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Friends, I have many reasons for being delighted to be participating in the Swarna Mahotsavam of Vivek Vardhini College. I must appreciate the persuasive skills of Principal Dr. Pushpavathi for bringing me here. Being a Hyderabadi, I have several distinguished colleagues and friends who are faculty and alumni of Vivek Vardhini College. The founding fathers of Vivek Vardhini were real visionaries who were pioneers in projecting a genuine Indian slant to education; we m
Oct 10, 2000
Risk Management in Financial Institutions
I am indeed pleased to be here to discuss an important topic like risk management. This is all the more so in an area like finance, where risk and its management has assumed greater significance.I would first attempt to discuss the renewed interest on risk management in recent years due to changing risk perception in financial institutions followed by an overview of the types of risks and the strategies for risk management. Thereafter, I propose to deal with the role
Shri Jagdish Capoor, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
I am indeed pleased to be here to discuss an important topic like risk management. This is all the more so in an area like finance, where risk and its management has assumed greater significance.I would first attempt to discuss the renewed interest on risk management in recent years due to changing risk perception in financial institutions followed by an overview of the types of risks and the strategies for risk management. Thereafter, I propose to deal with the role
Sep 20, 2000
Fiscal and Monetary Policy Interface : Recent Developments in India
Friends, I am thankful to the organisers, especially Dr. Ramakrishnan for persuading me to join you and share my thoughts and experiences on fiscal and monetary developments in India. Clearly, the main focus of the workshop is on fiscal management, and the participants are drawn from several countries with divergent sizes, structures and stages of development of their economies. Therefore, in this presentation, a judicious mix is made of general observations, experien
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Friends, I am thankful to the organisers, especially Dr. Ramakrishnan for persuading me to join you and share my thoughts and experiences on fiscal and monetary developments in India. Clearly, the main focus of the workshop is on fiscal management, and the participants are drawn from several countries with divergent sizes, structures and stages of development of their economies. Therefore, in this presentation, a judicious mix is made of general observations, experien
Aug 19, 2000
Deposit Insurance Reforms in India
I am honoured at being invited to inaugurate this seminar on Deposit Insurance Reforms in India. As you are aware, reform in deposit insurance is a crucial component of financial sector reforms. The importance accorded to this area is reflected in the composition of the Committee on Reforms in Deposit Insurance which had eminent bankers and academicians as members besides all the three Deputy Governors of Reserve Bank including myself. Union Finance Minister Shri Yash
Shri Jagdish Capoor, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
I am honoured at being invited to inaugurate this seminar on Deposit Insurance Reforms in India. As you are aware, reform in deposit insurance is a crucial component of financial sector reforms. The importance accorded to this area is reflected in the composition of the Committee on Reforms in Deposit Insurance which had eminent bankers and academicians as members besides all the three Deputy Governors of Reserve Bank including myself. Union Finance Minister Shri Yash
Jul 29, 2000
Current Developments in Money and Government Securities Market
It gives me great pleasure in being with you, today, to share some thoughts relating to money and government securities market where the Reserve Bank of India has a pivotal role to play not only as the debt manager to the Government but also as the monetary authority of the country. I am indeed thankful to Shri M.R.Ramesh for giving me this opportunity to participate in this Seminar. As all of you are aware, in order that the Central Bank conducts the monetary policy
Shri P. R. Gopala Rao, Executive Director, Reserve Bank of India
It gives me great pleasure in being with you, today, to share some thoughts relating to money and government securities market where the Reserve Bank of India has a pivotal role to play not only as the debt manager to the Government but also as the monetary authority of the country. I am indeed thankful to Shri M.R.Ramesh for giving me this opportunity to participate in this Seminar. As all of you are aware, in order that the Central Bank conducts the monetary policy
Jul 13, 2000
Capital Flows and Self Reliance Redefined
Mr. President and friends, I consider it a great privilege and an honour to be invited to deliver the 27th Frank Moraes Memorial Lecture. While I did not have the privilege of meeting Mr. Frank Moraes, I am an admirer of his writings, which are at once, objective, informative, illuminating, and inspiring. I must compliment the United Writers Association for keeping alive his memory in a befitting manner. I must also compliment the organisers for their tradition of inv
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Mr. President and friends, I consider it a great privilege and an honour to be invited to deliver the 27th Frank Moraes Memorial Lecture. While I did not have the privilege of meeting Mr. Frank Moraes, I am an admirer of his writings, which are at once, objective, informative, illuminating, and inspiring. I must compliment the United Writers Association for keeping alive his memory in a befitting manner. I must also compliment the organisers for their tradition of inv
Jul 08, 2000
Analysing Economic Policy and Sourcing Reserve Bank of India
Friends, I have great pleasure in being with you today to share some thoughts relating to analysis of economic policy, and I am thankful to respected journalist Shri Potturi Venkateswara Rao Garu for giving me this opportunity. It is a memorable day for me to share the podium with our Chief Minister, Shri Chandrababu Naidu garu. We have known each other closely for about two decades and have subsisting regard and affection for each other. He has changed the mindset of
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Friends, I have great pleasure in being with you today to share some thoughts relating to analysis of economic policy, and I am thankful to respected journalist Shri Potturi Venkateswara Rao Garu for giving me this opportunity. It is a memorable day for me to share the podium with our Chief Minister, Shri Chandrababu Naidu garu. We have known each other closely for about two decades and have subsisting regard and affection for each other. He has changed the mindset of
Jun 24, 2000
Issues in Managing Capital Account Liberalisation
The objectives of this presentation are:(i) To suggest the need of some of the developing countries for managing capital account, implying elements of control, regulation and liberalisation as appropriate.(ii) to emphasise the importance of both international and national context in the management of capital account.(iii) to outline the contours of control and regulatory framework and the possible use of these in prioritising capital flows while suggesting the dynamic
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
The objectives of this presentation are:(i) To suggest the need of some of the developing countries for managing capital account, implying elements of control, regulation and liberalisation as appropriate.(ii) to emphasise the importance of both international and national context in the management of capital account.(iii) to outline the contours of control and regulatory framework and the possible use of these in prioritising capital flows while suggesting the dynamic
Jun 22, 2000
Operationalising Capital Account Liberalisation : Indian Experience
The objective of this paper is to narrate the Indian experience in operationalising capital account liberalisation. At the outset, the Indian context is described followed by a brief account of the factors that triggered the process of liberalisation in the nineties. The policy framework that governed liberalisation, the process of liberalisation and the current framework of controls are then explained. Subsequent sections describe the management of capital account a
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
The objective of this paper is to narrate the Indian experience in operationalising capital account liberalisation. At the outset, the Indian context is described followed by a brief account of the factors that triggered the process of liberalisation in the nineties. The policy framework that governed liberalisation, the process of liberalisation and the current framework of controls are then explained. Subsequent sections describe the management of capital account a
Jun 20, 2000
Managing Public Debt and Promoting Debt Markets in India
Friends,I welcome this opportunity to be with you and benefit from the deliberations. There is an increasing awareness of the importance of domestic-debt markets, particularly in our region. Recent events in the Asian region have bought to light the importance of avoiding excessive reliance on the banking system for financial intermediation even as the health of the banking systems is being improved. Diversification of means of intermediation and competition therein w
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Friends,I welcome this opportunity to be with you and benefit from the deliberations. There is an increasing awareness of the importance of domestic-debt markets, particularly in our region. Recent events in the Asian region have bought to light the importance of avoiding excessive reliance on the banking system for financial intermediation even as the health of the banking systems is being improved. Diversification of means of intermediation and competition therein w
Jun 13, 2000
Changing Role of RBI: Agenda for Attention
Mr. Chairman and friends, I am grateful to the organisers of the Madon Memorial Lecture for inviting me to deliver this Lecture. That the contributions of Shri B.F. Madon are of lasting value is evident from the fact that although, over seventy years have elapsed since he passed away, lectures in his memory are organised, and the response is still overwhelming. There are several reasons why I feel especially elated at my association with this lecture series. First, Ma
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Mr. Chairman and friends, I am grateful to the organisers of the Madon Memorial Lecture for inviting me to deliver this Lecture. That the contributions of Shri B.F. Madon are of lasting value is evident from the fact that although, over seventy years have elapsed since he passed away, lectures in his memory are organised, and the response is still overwhelming. There are several reasons why I feel especially elated at my association with this lecture series. First, Ma
May 05, 2000
Pro-Poor Growth: New Realities and Emerging Questions
Friends, I am thankful to the organisers for inviting me to participate in this Seminar. The document of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) on the subject is very comprehensive and incisive. It is difficult to add much to it so far as strategies outlined therein are concerned. There are, however, some new realities, especially due to compulsions of globalisation and technological progress that impinge on policies relating to poverty alleviation. Similarly, the changing
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Friends, I am thankful to the organisers for inviting me to participate in this Seminar. The document of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) on the subject is very comprehensive and incisive. It is difficult to add much to it so far as strategies outlined therein are concerned. There are, however, some new realities, especially due to compulsions of globalisation and technological progress that impinge on policies relating to poverty alleviation. Similarly, the changing
Apr 08, 2000
Credit Rating : Changing Perspectives
Respected Vice-Chancellor Dr. D.C. Reddy, Professor Kishan Rao, and, friends, I am thankful to my large circle of friends who organised this gathering, and gave me an opportunity to be at home in Osmania University today. My association with the University is forty years old, a long time indeed, and in several capacities, as a research scholar, lecturer and Visiting Professor. Dr. Nagaraj was my senior colleague and we had many things in common, including Bellary-conn
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Respected Vice-Chancellor Dr. D.C. Reddy, Professor Kishan Rao, and, friends, I am thankful to my large circle of friends who organised this gathering, and gave me an opportunity to be at home in Osmania University today. My association with the University is forty years old, a long time indeed, and in several capacities, as a research scholar, lecturer and Visiting Professor. Dr. Nagaraj was my senior colleague and we had many things in common, including Bellary-conn
Mar 18, 2000
Bretton Woods Institutions In 2000
Respected Narasimham garu, Professor Radhakrishna and friends, I am thankful to the organisers for giving me the honour and privilege of delivering the Dr. V.S. Krishna Memorial lecture. Dr. Krishna, a Professor of Economics in this University was chosen by Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru to succeed Dr. C.D. Deshmukh as the Chairman of University Grants Commission in 1961. Unfortunately his untimely death soon after he assumed charge deprived the nation of his services. His v
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Respected Narasimham garu, Professor Radhakrishna and friends, I am thankful to the organisers for giving me the honour and privilege of delivering the Dr. V.S. Krishna Memorial lecture. Dr. Krishna, a Professor of Economics in this University was chosen by Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru to succeed Dr. C.D. Deshmukh as the Chairman of University Grants Commission in 1961. Unfortunately his untimely death soon after he assumed charge deprived the nation of his services. His v
Mar 04, 2000
Budget 2000 and Fixed Income Markets
Friends,I must compliment the organisers for convening this Conference and thank them for inviting me to be here. Perhaps, you could not have chosen a better moment to have an inaugural meet of dealers in Fixed Income markets. The latest Budget announced earlier this week is a landmark and, indeed a watershed, in heralding an enabling environment for the development of healthy fixed income markets in India. The Budget ushers in the most comprehensive debt market refor
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Friends,I must compliment the organisers for convening this Conference and thank them for inviting me to be here. Perhaps, you could not have chosen a better moment to have an inaugural meet of dealers in Fixed Income markets. The latest Budget announced earlier this week is a landmark and, indeed a watershed, in heralding an enabling environment for the development of healthy fixed income markets in India. The Budget ushers in the most comprehensive debt market refor
Feb 25, 2000
Monetary and Fiscal Policy, and Poverty, andPublic Policy: What is New ?
Professor Raja Chelliah, Professor Govinda Rao, and distinguished participants. I am thankful to Professor Rao for giving me the privilege of being part of this distinguished gathering assembled to honour Professor Chelliah. Papers presented in the seminar covered a wide spectrum of theory and practice; analysed a broad range of topics, from inter-governmental issues to poverty alleviation schemes and brought to bear varying experiences of landlocked Nepal, island eco
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Professor Raja Chelliah, Professor Govinda Rao, and distinguished participants. I am thankful to Professor Rao for giving me the privilege of being part of this distinguished gathering assembled to honour Professor Chelliah. Papers presented in the seminar covered a wide spectrum of theory and practice; analysed a broad range of topics, from inter-governmental issues to poverty alleviation schemes and brought to bear varying experiences of landlocked Nepal, island eco
Feb 25, 2000
Banking in Future : Flexibility, Autonomy and Regulatory Refocus
At the outset, I am thankful to the Institute for giving me an opportunity to be here and share the experiences and be a witness to the variety of sentiments and ideas. There is no prepared valedictory address; and I deliberately decided not to have one, so that I can share with you my perception of what happened in this Conference and incidentally make a few comments. This is a somewhat risky path for a central banker, especially with the press being here. But, by an
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
At the outset, I am thankful to the Institute for giving me an opportunity to be here and share the experiences and be a witness to the variety of sentiments and ideas. There is no prepared valedictory address; and I deliberately decided not to have one, so that I can share with you my perception of what happened in this Conference and incidentally make a few comments. This is a somewhat risky path for a central banker, especially with the press being here. But, by an
Feb 15, 2000
Legislation on Fiscal Responsibility and Reserve Banks Role : Some Issues
Mr. Chairman and friends, I am thankful to Mr. Mathur for giving me this opportunity to participate in this workshop. Mr. Mathurs letter of invitation stated that "In India there is an urgent need for improved management of national finances", and Reserve Bank of India has been advocating fiscal prudence, especially since the reform process started about a decade ago. The subject is vast and complex, and in this speech, the issues relevant for a legislation on fiscal
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Mr. Chairman and friends, I am thankful to Mr. Mathur for giving me this opportunity to participate in this workshop. Mr. Mathurs letter of invitation stated that "In India there is an urgent need for improved management of national finances", and Reserve Bank of India has been advocating fiscal prudence, especially since the reform process started about a decade ago. The subject is vast and complex, and in this speech, the issues relevant for a legislation on fiscal
Feb 09, 2000
Agenda for Banking in the Millenium
Thank you Dr. Subrahmanyam,Mr Bhide, Chairman, Deputy Governors, Chairmen of Banking Industry, Faculty of NIBM and distinguished guests, I am very glad to be here. This is a very important occasion because, as Dr. Subrahmanyam pointed out, this kind of Conference is taking place after nearly 10 years. And it is taking place at an opportune moment when we are beginning the new Millenium. We have ended a century and your discussions would give direction to the banking i
Dr. Bimal Jalan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Thank you Dr. Subrahmanyam,Mr Bhide, Chairman, Deputy Governors, Chairmen of Banking Industry, Faculty of NIBM and distinguished guests, I am very glad to be here. This is a very important occasion because, as Dr. Subrahmanyam pointed out, this kind of Conference is taking place after nearly 10 years. And it is taking place at an opportune moment when we are beginning the new Millenium. We have ended a century and your discussions would give direction to the banking i
Feb 07, 2000
International Financial Regulation : The Quiet Revolution
I am highly honoured to have been asked to be the latest in a very distinguished list of C. D. Deshmukh lecturers. My predecessors are a kind of Whos Who of international finance: Michel Camdessus, Gerry Corrigan, Eddie George and others. Clearly, to mark the new Millennium, you have decided to go downmarket!I was last in India, in both Mumbai and Chennai almost exactly two years ago. I spoke at a CII conference in Chennai with Mr Narasimham, who was at that time eng
Mr.Howard Davies,
I am highly honoured to have been asked to be the latest in a very distinguished list of C. D. Deshmukh lecturers. My predecessors are a kind of Whos Who of international finance: Michel Camdessus, Gerry Corrigan, Eddie George and others. Clearly, to mark the new Millennium, you have decided to go downmarket!I was last in India, in both Mumbai and Chennai almost exactly two years ago. I spoke at a CII conference in Chennai with Mr Narasimham, who was at that time eng
Feb 02, 2000
"Is Inflation Dead" - Some Comments
Honourable Shri Jaswant Singhji, respected Dr. Sushil Wadhwani, Director General Rakesh Mohan and friends. I am thankful to Dr. Rakesh Mohan for giving me this, opportunity. It is a matter of personal satisfaction to me to meet Dr. Wadhwani, whose lecture in London School of Economics on 'Currency Puzzles' in September won wide acclaim. Needless to say, his presentation today on 'Is Inflation dead' is bound to be another landmark speech. Its breadth and depth as also
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Honourable Shri Jaswant Singhji, respected Dr. Sushil Wadhwani, Director General Rakesh Mohan and friends. I am thankful to Dr. Rakesh Mohan for giving me this, opportunity. It is a matter of personal satisfaction to me to meet Dr. Wadhwani, whose lecture in London School of Economics on 'Currency Puzzles' in September won wide acclaim. Needless to say, his presentation today on 'Is Inflation dead' is bound to be another landmark speech. Its breadth and depth as also
Jan 04, 2000
Developing Government Securities Market : Some Issues
Mr. Ramesh and friends,I am happy to be here with you today at the Second in the series of seminars conducted by the Primary Dealers Association of India. Since I delivered the inaugural address at the first seminar in Chennai last year, the number of Primary Dealers (PDs) has increased from six to fourteen. So, let me welcome the new additions to the family at this Seminar. I participated in a Bank for International Settlements meeting last month in which one of the
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Mr. Ramesh and friends,I am happy to be here with you today at the Second in the series of seminars conducted by the Primary Dealers Association of India. Since I delivered the inaugural address at the first seminar in Chennai last year, the number of Primary Dealers (PDs) has increased from six to fourteen. So, let me welcome the new additions to the family at this Seminar. I participated in a Bank for International Settlements meeting last month in which one of the
Dec 06, 1999
Finance and Development Which Way Now?
The Annual Foundation Lecture of this famous College is an important event in our countrys academic calendar. Several of our most distinguished economists, public administrators and thinkers have shared their thoughts with you on this occasion. I feel privileged to have been invited to deliver this years lecture. My happiness in being able to join you today has been immeasurably enhanced by the presence of Shri M. Narasimham at this function. Shri Narasimhams subst
Dr. Bimal Jalan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
The Annual Foundation Lecture of this famous College is an important event in our countrys academic calendar. Several of our most distinguished economists, public administrators and thinkers have shared their thoughts with you on this occasion. I feel privileged to have been invited to deliver this years lecture. My happiness in being able to join you today has been immeasurably enhanced by the presence of Shri M. Narasimham at this function. Shri Narasimhams subst
Dec 04, 1999
Future of Rural Banking
Respected Professor Khan, distinguished academics and friends, I am grateful to the Ram Reddy Memorial Trust for giving me an opportunity to deliver this endowment lecture. I knew Ram Reddy Sab since 1960 and, like some of you here, we developed abiding affection towards each other. To me, he was indeed, a friend, philosopher and guide in every sense of the word. He won people's heart, made academic contributions and built lasting institutions, and he achieved all thi
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Respected Professor Khan, distinguished academics and friends, I am grateful to the Ram Reddy Memorial Trust for giving me an opportunity to deliver this endowment lecture. I knew Ram Reddy Sab since 1960 and, like some of you here, we developed abiding affection towards each other. To me, he was indeed, a friend, philosopher and guide in every sense of the word. He won people's heart, made academic contributions and built lasting institutions, and he achieved all thi
Sep 16, 1999
Structural Reforms in ARDBS : Issues and Prospects
Mr. Chairman, Ladies & Gentlemen,I am very happy to participate in this workshop and to deliver the inaugural address. I thank the organizers for this opportunity.Various measures of financial sector reform were initiated in India since 1991 and it is amply clear that these measures have now started producing durable results. In particular, these measures enabled the banking sector to face a number of challenges boldly. The prudential and supervision norms which w
Shri Jagdish Capoor, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Mr. Chairman, Ladies & Gentlemen,I am very happy to participate in this workshop and to deliver the inaugural address. I thank the organizers for this opportunity.Various measures of financial sector reform were initiated in India since 1991 and it is amply clear that these measures have now started producing durable results. In particular, these measures enabled the banking sector to face a number of challenges boldly. The prudential and supervision norms which w
Sep 08, 1999
State and Market: Altering the Boundaries and Emerging New Balances
Chairman Mr. Swaminatha Reddy, Mr. Rao and Mr. Srinivasan, I am delighted to be here among many affectionate friends. I am thankful to my college-mate, batch-mate, cadre-mate and a very affectionate friend, V.K. Srinivasan for giving me this opportunity. The Chairman, Mr. Reddy, has given an excellent overview of what I intend covering in this address today viz., the changing contours of borders between State and market.The altering of the boundaries between State and
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Chairman Mr. Swaminatha Reddy, Mr. Rao and Mr. Srinivasan, I am delighted to be here among many affectionate friends. I am thankful to my college-mate, batch-mate, cadre-mate and a very affectionate friend, V.K. Srinivasan for giving me this opportunity. The Chairman, Mr. Reddy, has given an excellent overview of what I intend covering in this address today viz., the changing contours of borders between State and market.The altering of the boundaries between State and
Sep 08, 1999
March to the New Millenium by Indian banks
It gives me great pleasure to be in the midst of this august gathering assembled here for felicitating the great personalities who have been conferred with the Bank of India Excellence Awards for 1999. I consider it a great privilege to present the Awards for Excellence to the doyens in their respective fields. I extend my heartiest congratulations to the awardees.Bank of India is one of the oldest Indian Commercial Banks having commenced its business in the then Bomb
Shri S. P. Talwar, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
It gives me great pleasure to be in the midst of this august gathering assembled here for felicitating the great personalities who have been conferred with the Bank of India Excellence Awards for 1999. I consider it a great privilege to present the Awards for Excellence to the doyens in their respective fields. I extend my heartiest congratulations to the awardees.Bank of India is one of the oldest Indian Commercial Banks having commenced its business in the then Bomb
Sep 03, 1999
Development of Forex Markets: Indian Experience
Mr. Chairman and Friends, I am thankful to the organisers for giving me this opportunity to be with distinguished Central Bank Governors and professionals in forex business from South Asia. Since we met last in Hyderabad a year ago, the financial world has come out of a serious crisis, perhaps wiser and more sober. We could at this stage, therefore, give some attention to structural and developmental aspects of the external sector including forex markets. I, therefo
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Mr. Chairman and Friends, I am thankful to the organisers for giving me this opportunity to be with distinguished Central Bank Governors and professionals in forex business from South Asia. Since we met last in Hyderabad a year ago, the financial world has come out of a serious crisis, perhaps wiser and more sober. We could at this stage, therefore, give some attention to structural and developmental aspects of the external sector including forex markets. I, therefo
Aug 25, 1999
International Financial Architecture: Developing Countries Perspective 49th Anniversary Lecture Central Bank of Sri Lanka
Bimal Jalan Governor, Reserve Bank of IndiaGovernor Jayawardena and friends, It is a great honour for me to deliver the 49th Anniversary Lecture of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka. I am thankful to Governor Jayawardena for this invitation. I have had the privilege of knowing Governor Jayawardena personally over a long period of time, and have been an admirer of his immense knowledge and wisdom in the conduct of macro-economic and monetary policies. Under his stewardship
Dr. Bimal Jalan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Bimal Jalan Governor, Reserve Bank of IndiaGovernor Jayawardena and friends, It is a great honour for me to deliver the 49th Anniversary Lecture of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka. I am thankful to Governor Jayawardena for this invitation. I have had the privilege of knowing Governor Jayawardena personally over a long period of time, and have been an admirer of his immense knowledge and wisdom in the conduct of macro-economic and monetary policies. Under his stewardship
Aug 17, 1999
Inflation in India : Status and Issues
Mr. Chairman, Professor Hanumantha Rao garu; Professor Venkataramiah and friends,I am happy to be here again in the midst of friends belonging to the academic community of twin cities. In particular, I am honoured that Professor Hanumantha Rao is presiding over todays session. A lecture-date with CESS implies that I prepare carefully on a topic of contemporary interest to the research community in the broad area of economics. During my last visit a couple of years ag
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Mr. Chairman, Professor Hanumantha Rao garu; Professor Venkataramiah and friends,I am happy to be here again in the midst of friends belonging to the academic community of twin cities. In particular, I am honoured that Professor Hanumantha Rao is presiding over todays session. A lecture-date with CESS implies that I prepare carefully on a topic of contemporary interest to the research community in the broad area of economics. During my last visit a couple of years ag
Jul 22, 1999
IT and the Banking Sector
Ladies and Gentlemen,I am glad to be amidst you on this important occasion which is the culmination of a joint initiative undertaken by the Indian Banks Association and the National Association of Software and Service Companies (NASSCOM) to discuss issues surrounding IT for banking and other financial institutions. I congratulate both the IBA and the NASSCOM on their choice of the theme for the Conference, which in my view is critical to the growth of the industry. I
Shri S. P. Talwar, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Ladies and Gentlemen,I am glad to be amidst you on this important occasion which is the culmination of a joint initiative undertaken by the Indian Banks Association and the National Association of Software and Service Companies (NASSCOM) to discuss issues surrounding IT for banking and other financial institutions. I congratulate both the IBA and the NASSCOM on their choice of the theme for the Conference, which in my view is critical to the growth of the industry. I
Jun 28, 1999
Discussion Paper on Universal Banking and Beyond
Respected Shri Narasimham garu, Dean of Deputy Governors, Shri Talwar, and friends,There are many reasons why I am happy to be here and the most important of these is to have the honour of being with Mr. Narasimham, the Bhishma Pita Maha of financial sector in India. In fact, the Discussion Paper of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on "Harmonising the Role and Operations of Development Financial Institutions and Banking " (DP) relies heavily on the report of the Commit
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Respected Shri Narasimham garu, Dean of Deputy Governors, Shri Talwar, and friends,There are many reasons why I am happy to be here and the most important of these is to have the honour of being with Mr. Narasimham, the Bhishma Pita Maha of financial sector in India. In fact, the Discussion Paper of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on "Harmonising the Role and Operations of Development Financial Institutions and Banking " (DP) relies heavily on the report of the Commit
Jun 28, 1999
Regulatory Regime in Financial Sector Emerging Issues
Hyderabad, known also as a Bagya Nagar, is well known for housing some of the premier institutions of this country, of which Administrative Staff College of India occupies a pride of place. The city has become a trendsetter in the emerging thrust area of Indian economic resurgence, namely Information Technology. It has provided congenial functional environment for many of global IT Giants, in the process earning the name of Cyberabad. It is just the other day, precise
Shri S. P. Talwar, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Hyderabad, known also as a Bagya Nagar, is well known for housing some of the premier institutions of this country, of which Administrative Staff College of India occupies a pride of place. The city has become a trendsetter in the emerging thrust area of Indian economic resurgence, namely Information Technology. It has provided congenial functional environment for many of global IT Giants, in the process earning the name of Cyberabad. It is just the other day, precise
Jun 26, 1999
Corporate Governance in Financial Sector
Dr. Yerram Raju, Dr. Y.R.K. Reddy and friends, I am thankful to the organisers for giving me this opportunity to be with you today. In a way, I am a part of the Administrative Staff College, since I had spent one year in the late ‘eighties as a full-time visiting fellow, doing some work on liberalisation and privatisation; apart from the fact that I have been visiting the college on and off since the ‘sixties. So, there is no way in which I could have avoided th
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Dr. Yerram Raju, Dr. Y.R.K. Reddy and friends, I am thankful to the organisers for giving me this opportunity to be with you today. In a way, I am a part of the Administrative Staff College, since I had spent one year in the late ‘eighties as a full-time visiting fellow, doing some work on liberalisation and privatisation; apart from the fact that I have been visiting the college on and off since the ‘sixties. So, there is no way in which I could have avoided th
Jun 19, 1999
INFINET and the Payment Systems
By S.P.TalwarLadies and Gentlemen, I am very happy to be here today to inaugurate the VSAT-based communication network. Undoubtedly this is a formal occasion but also an occasion that opens a new chapter in the history of Indias banking technology. I am also happy that this event marks the very first major successful project undertaken by the Institute for Development and Research in Banking Technology (IDRBT). Let me also take this opportunity to express my deep app
Shri S. P. Talwar, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
By S.P.TalwarLadies and Gentlemen, I am very happy to be here today to inaugurate the VSAT-based communication network. Undoubtedly this is a formal occasion but also an occasion that opens a new chapter in the history of Indias banking technology. I am also happy that this event marks the very first major successful project undertaken by the Institute for Development and Research in Banking Technology (IDRBT). Let me also take this opportunity to express my deep app
Jun 19, 1999
INFINET and its Impact on Banking
Keynote Address by A.VasudevanLadies and Gentlemen,Today is a momentous occasion for all of us. We are now at the threshold of a great change a kind of a revolution, so to say, in technology for the banking sector. We have all had the privilege of hearing a very important and a very purposeful speech of Deputy Governor, Shri Talwar, a few moments ago. I have, therefore, very little to speak on the network as such. I would, therefore, dwell on a tangential issue
Dr. A.Vasudevan, Executive Director, Reserve Bank of India
Keynote Address by A.VasudevanLadies and Gentlemen,Today is a momentous occasion for all of us. We are now at the threshold of a great change a kind of a revolution, so to say, in technology for the banking sector. We have all had the privilege of hearing a very important and a very purposeful speech of Deputy Governor, Shri Talwar, a few moments ago. I have, therefore, very little to speak on the network as such. I would, therefore, dwell on a tangential issue
Jun 15, 1999
Conference on Corporate Governance in Banking and Finance
Address by S P Talwar, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of IndiaMy dear friends,The interest in corporate governance is not a new phenomenon and basic elements such as the rights and responsibilities of different participants in the life of the corporation have been dealt with in various laws of the country. The term corporate governance has been used in a variety of contexts in recent years, particularly in relation to Boards of companies listed on a stock exchange. Man
Shri S. P. Talwar, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Address by S P Talwar, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of IndiaMy dear friends,The interest in corporate governance is not a new phenomenon and basic elements such as the rights and responsibilities of different participants in the life of the corporation have been dealt with in various laws of the country. The term corporate governance has been used in a variety of contexts in recent years, particularly in relation to Boards of companies listed on a stock exchange. Man
Jun 11, 1999
External Debt Policies in Emerging Economies : New Dimensions
Mr. Chairman and friends,At the outset, I would like to express my gratitude to Dr.Shanker Acharya, Mr.Ravi Mohan and Mr.Sanjay Kathuria, who gave me an opportunity to attend this seminar on Corporate External Debt Management. The deliberations have indeed been a feast and there is nothing but admiration for the outstanding organisational abilities of all concerned. There has been an ideal mix of participants and subjects. In the previous Seminar on external debt at
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Mr. Chairman and friends,At the outset, I would like to express my gratitude to Dr.Shanker Acharya, Mr.Ravi Mohan and Mr.Sanjay Kathuria, who gave me an opportunity to attend this seminar on Corporate External Debt Management. The deliberations have indeed been a feast and there is nothing but admiration for the outstanding organisational abilities of all concerned. There has been an ideal mix of participants and subjects. In the previous Seminar on external debt at
May 26, 1999
Monetary Policy in India : Objectives, Instruments, Operating Procedures and Dilemmas
Chairman and friends,I thank the organisers for inviting me to deliver the inaugural address at the Fourth Annual Securities Industry Summit. Although the discussions in this Summit will specifically veer around the securities market, monetary policy strongly influences the working of the financial markets. As a central banker, I will, therefore, speak on monetary policy making, which I trust will provide some perspectives to the deliberations at the Summit.Objectives
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Chairman and friends,I thank the organisers for inviting me to deliver the inaugural address at the Fourth Annual Securities Industry Summit. Although the discussions in this Summit will specifically veer around the securities market, monetary policy strongly influences the working of the financial markets. As a central banker, I will, therefore, speak on monetary policy making, which I trust will provide some perspectives to the deliberations at the Summit.Objectives
Apr 17, 1999
Securitisation in India: Next Steps
Chairman Mr. Gopalakrishnan and friends, I am happy to be here with you at the first of a series of seminars being organised by the Primary Dealers Association of India. In fact, this event is in fulfillment of one of the roles of the Primary Dealers Association, as a self-regulatory organisation, and as envisaged by us. The number of PDs were just six when I inaugurated the Primary Dealers Association in March 1998 and the size of the family has more than doubled to
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Chairman Mr. Gopalakrishnan and friends, I am happy to be here with you at the first of a series of seminars being organised by the Primary Dealers Association of India. In fact, this event is in fulfillment of one of the roles of the Primary Dealers Association, as a self-regulatory organisation, and as envisaged by us. The number of PDs were just six when I inaugurated the Primary Dealers Association in March 1998 and the size of the family has more than doubled to
Feb 24, 1999
Inaugural Address at the National Seminar on Computer Related Crime, New Delhi, February 24, 1999
by Shri S P Talwar, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of IndiaLadies and Gentlemen,It gives me great pleasure to be amidst the representatives of the financial sector, National as well as International law enforcement agencies who have gathered here at the National Seminar on Computer Related Crime to interact on the threats posed by risks in computerised environment.The economic loss caused internationally by this type of crime is estimated to run into large sums. Althou
Shri S. P. Talwar, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
by Shri S P Talwar, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of IndiaLadies and Gentlemen,It gives me great pleasure to be amidst the representatives of the financial sector, National as well as International law enforcement agencies who have gathered here at the National Seminar on Computer Related Crime to interact on the threats posed by risks in computerised environment.The economic loss caused internationally by this type of crime is estimated to run into large sums. Althou
Feb 20, 1999
Euro and its Implications for India
Mr.Singh and friends, It gives me great pleasure to deliver the keynote address at this seminar today. True, a lot has already been said and done on Euro and it is not easy to be original or innovative or even funny on a subject like this at this stage. But, Euro as a subject is of great contemporary relevance to all of us. So, we have to keep revisiting it. In any case, when my senior colleague and good friend Mr.R.V.Gupta asked me to deliver this address, I could no
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Mr.Singh and friends, It gives me great pleasure to deliver the keynote address at this seminar today. True, a lot has already been said and done on Euro and it is not easy to be original or innovative or even funny on a subject like this at this stage. But, Euro as a subject is of great contemporary relevance to all of us. So, we have to keep revisiting it. In any case, when my senior colleague and good friend Mr.R.V.Gupta asked me to deliver this address, I could no
Feb 15, 1999
Way forward for Private Banks in India
.Conference of Chairman of Private Sector Banks at NIBM Pune, on 15th February 1999(Address by S.P.Talwar, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India)It is a Pleasure to be in the midst of my banker friends whom I had a privilege to meet individually on many occasions in the Past. 2. It is indeed nice on the part of NIBM to have organised such a Conference which I am sure would in the normal course deliberate on the role and initiatives of the private banking community. I
Shri S. P. Talwar, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
.Conference of Chairman of Private Sector Banks at NIBM Pune, on 15th February 1999(Address by S.P.Talwar, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India)It is a Pleasure to be in the midst of my banker friends whom I had a privilege to meet individually on many occasions in the Past. 2. It is indeed nice on the part of NIBM to have organised such a Conference which I am sure would in the normal course deliberate on the role and initiatives of the private banking community. I
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