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ಜುಲೈ 14, 2021
Reserve Bank of India takes supervisory action on Mastercard Asia / Pacific Pte. Ltd.
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has today imposed restrictions on Mastercard Asia / Pacific Pte. Ltd. (Mastercard) from on-boarding new domestic customers (debit, credit or prepaid) onto its card network from July 22, 2021. Notwithstanding lapse of considerable time and adequate opportunities being given, the entity has been found to be non-compliant with the directions on Storage of Payment System Data. This order will not impact existing customers of Mastercard. Mas
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has today imposed restrictions on Mastercard Asia / Pacific Pte. Ltd. (Mastercard) from on-boarding new domestic customers (debit, credit or prepaid) onto its card network from July 22, 2021. Notwithstanding lapse of considerable time and adequate opportunities being given, the entity has been found to be non-compliant with the directions on Storage of Payment System Data. This order will not impact existing customers of Mastercard. Mas
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ಮೇ 17, 2021
NEFT System Upgrade - Downtime from 00.01 Hrs to 14.00 Hrs. on Sunday, May 23, 2021
A technical upgrade of NEFT, targeted to enhance the performance and resilience, is scheduled after the close of business of May 22, 2021. Accordingly, NEFT service will not be available from 00:01 hrs to 14:00 hrs on Sunday, May 23, 2021. The RTGS system will continue to be operational as usual during this period. Similar technical upgrade for RTGS was completed on April 18, 2021. Member banks may inform their customers to plan their payment operations accordingly. N
A technical upgrade of NEFT, targeted to enhance the performance and resilience, is scheduled after the close of business of May 22, 2021. Accordingly, NEFT service will not be available from 00:01 hrs to 14:00 hrs on Sunday, May 23, 2021. The RTGS system will continue to be operational as usual during this period. Similar technical upgrade for RTGS was completed on April 18, 2021. Member banks may inform their customers to plan their payment operations accordingly. N
ಏಪ್ರಿ 23, 2021
RBI takes supervisory action on Card Networks - American Express Banking Corp. and Diners Club International Ltd
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has, by order dated April 23, 2021, imposed restrictions on American Express Banking Corp. and Diners Club International Ltd. from on-boarding new domestic customers onto their card networks from May 1, 2021. These entities have been found non-compliant with the directions on Storage of Payment System Data. This order will not impact existing customers. American Express Banking Corp. and Diners Club International Ltd. are Payment System
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has, by order dated April 23, 2021, imposed restrictions on American Express Banking Corp. and Diners Club International Ltd. from on-boarding new domestic customers onto their card networks from May 1, 2021. These entities have been found non-compliant with the directions on Storage of Payment System Data. This order will not impact existing customers. American Express Banking Corp. and Diners Club International Ltd. are Payment System
ಏಪ್ರಿ 12, 2021
RTGS System Upgrade - Non-Availability of Service - 00.00 Hrs to 14.00 Hrs. on Sunday, April 18, 2021
A technical upgrade of RTGS, targeted to enhance the resilience and to further improve the Disaster Recovery Time of the RTGS system, is scheduled after the close of business of April 17, 2021. Accordingly, RTGS service will not be available from 00:00 hrs to 14.00 hrs on Sunday, April 18, 2021. The NEFT system will continue to be operational as usual during this period. Member banks may inform their customers to plan their payment operations accordingly. RTGS Members
A technical upgrade of RTGS, targeted to enhance the resilience and to further improve the Disaster Recovery Time of the RTGS system, is scheduled after the close of business of April 17, 2021. Accordingly, RTGS service will not be available from 00:00 hrs to 14.00 hrs on Sunday, April 18, 2021. The NEFT system will continue to be operational as usual during this period. Member banks may inform their customers to plan their payment operations accordingly. RTGS Members
ಮಾರ್ಚ್ 31, 2021
Reserve Bank of India extends timeline for processing of recurring online transactions
In August 2019, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) had issued a framework for processing of e-mandates on recurring online transactions. Initially applicable to cards and wallets, the framework was extended in January 2020 to cover Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions as well. The requirement of Additional Factor of Authentication (AFA) has made digital payments in India safe and secure. In the interest of customer convenience and safety in use of recurring onli
In August 2019, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) had issued a framework for processing of e-mandates on recurring online transactions. Initially applicable to cards and wallets, the framework was extended in January 2020 to cover Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions as well. The requirement of Additional Factor of Authentication (AFA) has made digital payments in India safe and secure. In the interest of customer convenience and safety in use of recurring onli
ಮಾರ್ಚ್ 10, 2021
Revocation of Certificate of Authorisation
The Reserve Bank of India, in exercise of the powers conferred on it under Section 8 of the Payment and Settlement Systems Act, 2007, has revoked the Certificate of Authorisation (CoA) of the below mentioned Payment System Operators (PSOs): Sr. No. Company’s Name Registered Office Address CoA No. & Date Payment System Authorised Date of Revocation Reason for Revocation 1. RiddiSiddhi Bullions Limited Bullion House, 115, TambaKatta, Opp. Dagina Bazar, Pydhonie, Mum
The Reserve Bank of India, in exercise of the powers conferred on it under Section 8 of the Payment and Settlement Systems Act, 2007, has revoked the Certificate of Authorisation (CoA) of the below mentioned Payment System Operators (PSOs): Sr. No. Company’s Name Registered Office Address CoA No. & Date Payment System Authorised Date of Revocation Reason for Revocation 1. RiddiSiddhi Bullions Limited Bullion House, 115, TambaKatta, Opp. Dagina Bazar, Pydhonie, Mum
ಫೆಬ್ರವರಿ 26, 2021
Extension of time to make application for authorisation as a pan-India umbrella entity for retail payments
Reserve Bank had released the framework for authorisation of pan-India Umbrella Entity for retail payments on August 18, 2020 and invited applications from desirous entities. Given the process involved for complying with the framework prescriptions, a timeline of six months was provided therefor, i.e., up to February 26, 2021. 2. Requests have been received from various stakeholders including Indian Banks’ Association for extending the timeline, keeping in view the CO
Reserve Bank had released the framework for authorisation of pan-India Umbrella Entity for retail payments on August 18, 2020 and invited applications from desirous entities. Given the process involved for complying with the framework prescriptions, a timeline of six months was provided therefor, i.e., up to February 26, 2021. 2. Requests have been received from various stakeholders including Indian Banks’ Association for extending the timeline, keeping in view the CO
ಫೆಬ್ರವರಿ 26, 2021
Report on Currency and Finance (RCF) for the year 2020-21
Today, the Report on Currency and Finance (RCF) for the year 2020-21 was released by the RBI. First published in 1937, the RCF adopted a theme-based approach from 1998-99. After a hiatus between 2014 and 2019, the Report has been revived with this release. The theme of the Report is “Reviewing the Monetary Policy Framework” which assumes topical relevance in the context of the review of the inflation target by March 2021 against the backdrop of structural changes in t
Today, the Report on Currency and Finance (RCF) for the year 2020-21 was released by the RBI. First published in 1937, the RCF adopted a theme-based approach from 1998-99. After a hiatus between 2014 and 2019, the Report has been revived with this release. The theme of the Report is “Reviewing the Monetary Policy Framework” which assumes topical relevance in the context of the review of the inflation target by March 2021 against the backdrop of structural changes in t
ಫೆಬ್ರವರಿ 08, 2021
RBI releases Annual Report of Ombudsman Schemes, 2019-20
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) today released the Annual Report of the “Ombudsman Schemes of the Reserve Bank for the year 2019-20”. The Banking Ombudsman Scheme (BOS) was first notified by the Reserve Bank in 1995 under Section 35 A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949. It is administered by the Reserve Bank through 22 Offices of Banking Ombudsman (OBOs) covering all states and union territories. The Annual Report covers the activities under the Banking Ombudsman Sch
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) today released the Annual Report of the “Ombudsman Schemes of the Reserve Bank for the year 2019-20”. The Banking Ombudsman Scheme (BOS) was first notified by the Reserve Bank in 1995 under Section 35 A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949. It is administered by the Reserve Bank through 22 Offices of Banking Ombudsman (OBOs) covering all states and union territories. The Annual Report covers the activities under the Banking Ombudsman Sch
ಜನವರಿ 25, 2021
RBI releases Booklet on Payment Systems in India
The Reserve Bank today released the Booklet on Payment Systems covering the journey of Payment and Settlement Systems in India during the second decade of the millennium, viz., from the beginning of 2010 till the end of 2020. This Booklet captures the transformation of India in the sphere of payment and settlement systems and describes, inter-alia, the legal and regulatory environment underpinning the digital payments systems, various enablers, payment options availab
The Reserve Bank today released the Booklet on Payment Systems covering the journey of Payment and Settlement Systems in India during the second decade of the millennium, viz., from the beginning of 2010 till the end of 2020. This Booklet captures the transformation of India in the sphere of payment and settlement systems and describes, inter-alia, the legal and regulatory environment underpinning the digital payments systems, various enablers, payment options availab
ಜನವರಿ 13, 2021
Reserve Bank constitutes a Working Group on digital lending including lending through online platforms and mobile apps
Digital lending has the potential to make access to financial products and services more fair, efficient and inclusive. From a peripheral supporting role a few years ago, FinTech led innovation is now at the core of the design, pricing and delivery of financial products and services. While penetration of digital methods in the financial sector is a welcome development, the benefits and certain downside risks are often interwoven in such endeavours. A balanced approach
Digital lending has the potential to make access to financial products and services more fair, efficient and inclusive. From a peripheral supporting role a few years ago, FinTech led innovation is now at the core of the design, pricing and delivery of financial products and services. While penetration of digital methods in the financial sector is a welcome development, the benefits and certain downside risks are often interwoven in such endeavours. A balanced approach
ಜನವರಿ 01, 2021
Reserve Bank of India introduces the RBI-Digital Payments Index
As announced in the Statement on Developmental and Regulatory Policies as part of the Sixth Bi-monthly Monetary Policy Statement for 2019-20 dated February 06, 2020, the Reserve Bank of India has constructed a composite Digital Payments Index (DPI) to capture the extent of digitisation of payments across the country. The RBI-DPI comprises of 5 broad parameters that enable measurement of deepening and penetration of digital payments in the country over different time p
As announced in the Statement on Developmental and Regulatory Policies as part of the Sixth Bi-monthly Monetary Policy Statement for 2019-20 dated February 06, 2020, the Reserve Bank of India has constructed a composite Digital Payments Index (DPI) to capture the extent of digitisation of payments across the country. The RBI-DPI comprises of 5 broad parameters that enable measurement of deepening and penetration of digital payments in the country over different time p
ಡಿಸೆಂ 24, 2020
Regulatory Sandbox (RS) - First Cohort on Retail Payments - Test Phase
Under the first cohort of Regulatory Sandbox (RS), two entities commenced testing of their products from November 16, 2020, which was communicated vide Press Release dated November 17, 2020. Remaining four entities selected for the ‘Test Phase’, have started testing of their products as per details below: Sr. No. Sandbox Entity Description 1 Tap Smart Data Information Services Private Ltd. (CityCash) Mumbai The product is a set of Near-Field Communication (NFC) based
Under the first cohort of Regulatory Sandbox (RS), two entities commenced testing of their products from November 16, 2020, which was communicated vide Press Release dated November 17, 2020. Remaining four entities selected for the ‘Test Phase’, have started testing of their products as per details below: Sr. No. Sandbox Entity Description 1 Tap Smart Data Information Services Private Ltd. (CityCash) Mumbai The product is a set of Near-Field Communication (NFC) based
ಡಿಸೆಂ 16, 2020
Reserve Bank announces opening of Second Cohort under the Regulatory Sandbox
Post announcement of commencement of Test Phase under the First Cohort on Retail Payments vide Press Release dated November 17, 2020, the Reserve Bank now announces opening of Second Cohort under the Regulatory Sandbox (RS) with ‘Cross Border Payments,’ as its theme. 2. India is the largest recipient of inbound remittances across the globe accounting for 15% of global share; in the year 2019, India received $83 bn and in the first half year of 2020, has received $27.4
Post announcement of commencement of Test Phase under the First Cohort on Retail Payments vide Press Release dated November 17, 2020, the Reserve Bank now announces opening of Second Cohort under the Regulatory Sandbox (RS) with ‘Cross Border Payments,’ as its theme. 2. India is the largest recipient of inbound remittances across the globe accounting for 15% of global share; in the year 2019, India received $83 bn and in the first half year of 2020, has received $27.4
ಡಿಸೆಂ 09, 2020
RBI announces date for launching of RTGS 24x7
Reserve Bank had announced in the Statement on Developmental and Regulatory Policies dated October 09, 2020, that the Real Time Gross Settlement System (RTGS) will be available round the clock on all days of the year. Accordingly, RTGS 24x7x365 will be launched with effect from 00:30 hours on December 14, 2020. India will become one of the few countries in the world to operate its RTGS system round the clock throughout the year. This comes within a year of operational
Reserve Bank had announced in the Statement on Developmental and Regulatory Policies dated October 09, 2020, that the Real Time Gross Settlement System (RTGS) will be available round the clock on all days of the year. Accordingly, RTGS 24x7x365 will be launched with effect from 00:30 hours on December 14, 2020. India will become one of the few countries in the world to operate its RTGS system round the clock throughout the year. This comes within a year of operational
ನವೆಂ 20, 2020
Reserve Bank of India imposes monetary penalty on (1) Sodexo SVC India Private Limited, (2) Muthoot Vehicle & Asset Finance Limited, (3) QwikCilver Solutions Private Limited, (4) Phonepe Private Limited, (5) Delhi Metro Rail Corporation Limited and (6) Punjab National Bank
In exercise of powers vested under Section 30 of the Payment and Settlement Systems Act, 2007, the Reserve Bank of India has imposed monetary penalty on the following entities for non-compliance of regulatory guidelines. Sr. No. Name of the Entity Speaking Order dated Amount of Penalty (₹ lakh) Non-bank Prepaid Payment Instrument Issuers 1. Sodexo SVC India Private Limited 03-08-2020 200.00 2. Muthoot Vehicle & Asset Finance Ltd. 12-08-2020 34.55 3. QwikCilver Sol
In exercise of powers vested under Section 30 of the Payment and Settlement Systems Act, 2007, the Reserve Bank of India has imposed monetary penalty on the following entities for non-compliance of regulatory guidelines. Sr. No. Name of the Entity Speaking Order dated Amount of Penalty (₹ lakh) Non-bank Prepaid Payment Instrument Issuers 1. Sodexo SVC India Private Limited 03-08-2020 200.00 2. Muthoot Vehicle & Asset Finance Ltd. 12-08-2020 34.55 3. QwikCilver Sol
ನವೆಂ 17, 2020
Regulatory Sandbox (RS) - First cohort on Retail Payments - Test Phase
The Reserve Bank had announced opening of the first cohort under Regulatory Sandbox vide Press release dated November 04, 2019. The Reserve Bank received applications from 32 entities of which six have been selected for the ‘Test Phase’. The commencement of testing was delayed on account of the present COVID-19 situation. Two entities, as per details below, have started testing of their products from November 16, 2020. The remaining four are expected to start the test
The Reserve Bank had announced opening of the first cohort under Regulatory Sandbox vide Press release dated November 04, 2019. The Reserve Bank received applications from 32 entities of which six have been selected for the ‘Test Phase’. The commencement of testing was delayed on account of the present COVID-19 situation. Two entities, as per details below, have started testing of their products from November 16, 2020. The remaining four are expected to start the test
ನವೆಂ 17, 2020
Reserve Bank Innovation Hub
The Reserve Bank in its Monetary Policy Statement on Development and Regulatory Policies dated August 06, 2020, had announced that the Bank will set up Reserve Bank Innovation Hub (RBIH) to promote innovation across the financial sector by leveraging on technology and creating an environment which would facilitate and foster innovation. RBIH would be guided and managed by a Governing Council (GC) led by a Chairperson. The Reserve Bank has appointed Shri Senapathy (Kri
The Reserve Bank in its Monetary Policy Statement on Development and Regulatory Policies dated August 06, 2020, had announced that the Bank will set up Reserve Bank Innovation Hub (RBIH) to promote innovation across the financial sector by leveraging on technology and creating an environment which would facilitate and foster innovation. RBIH would be guided and managed by a Governing Council (GC) led by a Chairperson. The Reserve Bank has appointed Shri Senapathy (Kri
ನವೆಂ 13, 2020
Cancellation of Certificate of Authorisation
The Reserve Bank of India, in exercise of the powers conferred on it under the Payment and Settlement Systems Act, 2007, has cancelled the Certificate of Authorisation (CoA) of the below mentioned Payment System Operators (PSOs): Sr. No. Company's Name Registered Office Address CoA No. & Date Payment System Authorised Date of Cancellation Reason for Cancellation 1. Pyro Networks Private Limited Pyro Telecommunications Ltd., 8-2-293/82, Plot No. 264/A-31, Road # 92
The Reserve Bank of India, in exercise of the powers conferred on it under the Payment and Settlement Systems Act, 2007, has cancelled the Certificate of Authorisation (CoA) of the below mentioned Payment System Operators (PSOs): Sr. No. Company's Name Registered Office Address CoA No. & Date Payment System Authorised Date of Cancellation Reason for Cancellation 1. Pyro Networks Private Limited Pyro Telecommunications Ltd., 8-2-293/82, Plot No. 264/A-31, Road # 92
ಆಗ 18, 2020
Reserve Bank invites comments on the draft framework for recognition of a Self-Regulatory Organisation (SRO) for Payment System Operators
As announced in the Statement on Developmental and Regulatory policies issued as part of Monetary Policy statement dated February 6, 2020, the Reserve Bank hereby places a draft framework for grant of recognition to an industry association as a Self-Regulatory Organisation (SRO) for Payment System Operators (PSOs). The SRO shall cover operators in all segments of payment systems and will be expected to observe best practices on security, customer protection and compet
As announced in the Statement on Developmental and Regulatory policies issued as part of Monetary Policy statement dated February 6, 2020, the Reserve Bank hereby places a draft framework for grant of recognition to an industry association as a Self-Regulatory Organisation (SRO) for Payment System Operators (PSOs). The SRO shall cover operators in all segments of payment systems and will be expected to observe best practices on security, customer protection and compet
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