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जून 13, 2005
RBI Working Group to Review Export Credit submits Report
The Reserve Bank of India's Working Group to review a range of issues relating to export credit has submitted its report. The Working Group, based on the presentations made by the representatives of the Export Promotion Organisations, discussions and study of the statistics and relevant information made available to it, has recommended that in respect of the Rupee export credit, the present interest rate prescription by the Reserve Bank of India may continue for the t
The Reserve Bank of India's Working Group to review a range of issues relating to export credit has submitted its report. The Working Group, based on the presentations made by the representatives of the Export Promotion Organisations, discussions and study of the statistics and relevant information made available to it, has recommended that in respect of the Rupee export credit, the present interest rate prescription by the Reserve Bank of India may continue for the t
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एप्रि 25, 2005
Reserve Bank releases Report on Credit Card Regulations
The Reserve Bank released the on its website (www.rbi.org.in) Payment of penalty to the recipient of unsolicited card in case the card got activated without the approval of the recipient, Code of conduct for direct selling agents, 'Do Not Call Registry' website to be maintained by the Indian Banks' Association, sending the most important terms and conditions highlighting crucial items to the customers at all the stages and authorising the Banking Ombudsman to redress
The Reserve Bank released the on its website (www.rbi.org.in) Payment of penalty to the recipient of unsolicited card in case the card got activated without the approval of the recipient, Code of conduct for direct selling agents, 'Do Not Call Registry' website to be maintained by the Indian Banks' Association, sending the most important terms and conditions highlighting crucial items to the customers at all the stages and authorising the Banking Ombudsman to redress
एप्रि 01, 2005
Scheme of Amalgamation of IDBI Bank Ltd. with IDBI Ltd. to be effective from April 2, 2005
The scheme of amalgamation of the IDBI Bank Ltd. with IDBI Ltd., will come into effect from April 2, 2005. The Reserve Bank has sanctioned the scheme of amalgamation of these two banks in exercise of the powers contained in Sub-Section (4) of Section 44A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949.Alpana KillawalaChief General Manger Press Release: 2004-2005/1033
The scheme of amalgamation of the IDBI Bank Ltd. with IDBI Ltd., will come into effect from April 2, 2005. The Reserve Bank has sanctioned the scheme of amalgamation of these two banks in exercise of the powers contained in Sub-Section (4) of Section 44A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949.Alpana KillawalaChief General Manger Press Release: 2004-2005/1033
मार्च 16, 2005
DICGC raises Premium for Deposit Insurance
The Deposit Insurance and Credit Guarantee Corporation (DICGC) has decided to raise the deposit insurance premium to 10 paise per Rs.100 from 5 paise per Rs.100 of assessable deposit per annum. The premium will be raised in a phased manner over a period of two years. In the first phase, the premium rate would be increased to 8 paise from 5 paise per annum per Rs.100 of assessable deposits for the financial year 2004-05. In the second phase the deposit insurance premiu
The Deposit Insurance and Credit Guarantee Corporation (DICGC) has decided to raise the deposit insurance premium to 10 paise per Rs.100 from 5 paise per Rs.100 of assessable deposit per annum. The premium will be raised in a phased manner over a period of two years. In the first phase, the premium rate would be increased to 8 paise from 5 paise per annum per Rs.100 of assessable deposits for the financial year 2004-05. In the second phase the deposit insurance premiu
फेब्रु 02, 2005
RBI issues Guidelines on Merger/Amalgamation for Urban Banks
The Reserve Bank of India has, in the recent past, received some interest for merger/amalgamation from among the urban cooperative banks (urban banks). With a view to encouraging and facilitating consolidation and emergence of strong entities and providing an avenue for non-disruptive exit of weak/unviable entities in the co-operative banking sector, the Reserve Bank has decided to issue suitable guidelines to facilitate merger/amalgamation in the sector and place the
The Reserve Bank of India has, in the recent past, received some interest for merger/amalgamation from among the urban cooperative banks (urban banks). With a view to encouraging and facilitating consolidation and emergence of strong entities and providing an avenue for non-disruptive exit of weak/unviable entities in the co-operative banking sector, the Reserve Bank has decided to issue suitable guidelines to facilitate merger/amalgamation in the sector and place the
डिसें 24, 2004
Dealing with Customer Complaints of Credit Cards: RBI asks banks to be more sensitive to customer complaints:IBA to evolve a Code of Conduct for Credit Card Issuing Banks
At a meeting of banks issuing credit cards held today, by the Reserve Bank of India in Mumbai, it was decided that the Indian Banks' Association along with some large credit cards issuing banks will evolve a code of conduct to be voluntarily adopted by the banks issuing credit cards. The meeting was held in the wake of significant concerns that had arisen of late in regard to credit card operations of banks. The Reserve Bank also stressed on the need for the card issu
At a meeting of banks issuing credit cards held today, by the Reserve Bank of India in Mumbai, it was decided that the Indian Banks' Association along with some large credit cards issuing banks will evolve a code of conduct to be voluntarily adopted by the banks issuing credit cards. The meeting was held in the wake of significant concerns that had arisen of late in regard to credit card operations of banks. The Reserve Bank also stressed on the need for the card issu
नोव्हें 29, 2004
RBI releases Report on Trend and Progress of Banking in India-2003-04
The Reserve Bank of India has released today its Report on Trend and Progress of Banking in India, 2003-04. The Report gives a detailed account of the performance of and policy developments relating to commercial banks, co-operative banks, financial institutions and non-banking financial companies during 2003-04. A chapter on financial stability covering various emerging issues has been introduced. The Report is divided into eight Chapters and contains detailed statis
The Reserve Bank of India has released today its Report on Trend and Progress of Banking in India, 2003-04. The Report gives a detailed account of the performance of and policy developments relating to commercial banks, co-operative banks, financial institutions and non-banking financial companies during 2003-04. A chapter on financial stability covering various emerging issues has been introduced. The Report is divided into eight Chapters and contains detailed statis
ऑक्टो 20, 2004
RBI to disclose Penalties and Specific Supervisory Actions on Banks from November 1
The Reserve Bank of India has, in the interest of the investors and depositors, decided to disclose the penalties imposed by it on banks. In a circular issued to commercial banks, it has said that it would, from November 1, 2004 issue a press release giving details of the circumstances under which the penalty is imposed on a bank. It would also place the communication on the imposition of penalty to the bank in public domain. In addition, the Reserve Bank has asked ba
The Reserve Bank of India has, in the interest of the investors and depositors, decided to disclose the penalties imposed by it on banks. In a circular issued to commercial banks, it has said that it would, from November 1, 2004 issue a press release giving details of the circumstances under which the penalty is imposed on a bank. It would also place the communication on the imposition of penalty to the bank in public domain. In addition, the Reserve Bank has asked ba
जुलै 26, 2004
Draft Scheme of GTB - OBC Amalgamation
Global Trust Bank Ltd., (GTB) has been placed under an Order of Moratorium on July 24, 2004 which is effective upto October 23, 2004 or an earlier date if alternate arrangements are in place. During the period of moratorium, the Reserve Bank of India has to decide the future set up of GTB. GTB had been given time to arrange for infusion of capital as also to explore the options of raising required capital or voluntary merger with any domestic bank. GTB’s proposal for
Global Trust Bank Ltd., (GTB) has been placed under an Order of Moratorium on July 24, 2004 which is effective upto October 23, 2004 or an earlier date if alternate arrangements are in place. During the period of moratorium, the Reserve Bank of India has to decide the future set up of GTB. GTB had been given time to arrange for infusion of capital as also to explore the options of raising required capital or voluntary merger with any domestic bank. GTB’s proposal for
जुलै 05, 2004
Comments/Suggestions on Draft Policy on Private Banks
The Reserve Bank of India has received several suggestions and queries from the market participants and media on its draft policy framework for ownership and governance of private banks. The Reserve Bank, on Friday, placed the draft policy framework on its website for public debate. The Reserve Bank welcomes valuable suggestions and feedback. Anyone who wishes to seek clarifications or make suggestions on the draft policy is welcome to post them Based on the feedback
The Reserve Bank of India has received several suggestions and queries from the market participants and media on its draft policy framework for ownership and governance of private banks. The Reserve Bank, on Friday, placed the draft policy framework on its website for public debate. The Reserve Bank welcomes valuable suggestions and feedback. Anyone who wishes to seek clarifications or make suggestions on the draft policy is welcome to post them Based on the feedback
जून 14, 2004
RBI releases Report of the Working Group on Financial Conglomerates for Public Comments
The Reserve Bank of India today placed for public comments the Report of the Working Group on Financial Conglomerates on its website. The Report has been released in pursuance of paragraph 131 of the Annual Policy Statement for the year 2004-05. Comments may please be sent to Chief General Manager-in-Charge, Department of Banking Supervision, Reserve Bank of India, World Trade Centre, Mumbai 400 005 or to fax No.022-22160932 It may be recalled that the Governor had an
The Reserve Bank of India today placed for public comments the Report of the Working Group on Financial Conglomerates on its website. The Report has been released in pursuance of paragraph 131 of the Annual Policy Statement for the year 2004-05. Comments may please be sent to Chief General Manager-in-Charge, Department of Banking Supervision, Reserve Bank of India, World Trade Centre, Mumbai 400 005 or to fax No.022-22160932 It may be recalled that the Governor had an
जून 11, 2004
HLCC on Financial and Capital Markets Meets
A meeting of the High Level Coordination Committee (HLCC) on Financial and Capital Markets (HLCCFCM) was held today at the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), Mumbai. Dr. Y.V.Reddy, Governor, Reserve Bank of India chaired the meeting. Shri D.C.Gupta, Finance Secretary and Shri N.S.Sisodia, Secretary (Financial Sector), Ministry of Finance, Government of India, Shri G.N. Bajpai, Chairman, Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), Shri C.S.Rao, Chairman, Insurance Regulat
A meeting of the High Level Coordination Committee (HLCC) on Financial and Capital Markets (HLCCFCM) was held today at the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), Mumbai. Dr. Y.V.Reddy, Governor, Reserve Bank of India chaired the meeting. Shri D.C.Gupta, Finance Secretary and Shri N.S.Sisodia, Secretary (Financial Sector), Ministry of Finance, Government of India, Shri G.N. Bajpai, Chairman, Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), Shri C.S.Rao, Chairman, Insurance Regulat
मार्च 29, 2004
Minimum owned fund of Securitisation and Reconstruction Companies shall not be less than 15%
The Reserve Bank of India today directed Securitisation Companies and Reconstruction Companies that their minimum Owned Fund shall be not less than fifteen percent of the total financial assets acquired or to be acquired by the Securitisation Company or Reconstruction Company on an aggregate basis, or Rs. 100 crore, whichever is less. It has been clarified that the minimum Owned Fund has to be maintained irrespective of whether the assets are transferred to a trust se
The Reserve Bank of India today directed Securitisation Companies and Reconstruction Companies that their minimum Owned Fund shall be not less than fifteen percent of the total financial assets acquired or to be acquired by the Securitisation Company or Reconstruction Company on an aggregate basis, or Rs. 100 crore, whichever is less. It has been clarified that the minimum Owned Fund has to be maintained irrespective of whether the assets are transferred to a trust se
मार्च 27, 2004
RBI and Banks to accept Tax on March 30
The Reserve Bank of India has, for the convenience of tax payers, made arrangements to receive direct taxes, that is, income tax, corporation tax, etc., on Tuesday, March 30, 2004. On that day, it will receive these payments in cash upto 2.30 p.m. and by cheques/instruments upto 3.30 p.m. The Reserve Bank has also requested the bank branches authorised by income tax department to make necessary arrangements to accept payment of income tax dues in those states where Ma
The Reserve Bank of India has, for the convenience of tax payers, made arrangements to receive direct taxes, that is, income tax, corporation tax, etc., on Tuesday, March 30, 2004. On that day, it will receive these payments in cash upto 2.30 p.m. and by cheques/instruments upto 3.30 p.m. The Reserve Bank has also requested the bank branches authorised by income tax department to make necessary arrangements to accept payment of income tax dues in those states where Ma
फेब्रु 24, 2004
Current Account Transactions Further Lliberalised
In order to further simplify and liberalise the current account transactions, the Reserve Bank of India has announced its decision to freely allow the Authorised Dealers, the following categories of remittances in terms of the Foreign Exchange Management Act (Current Account Transactions) Rules, 2000: Remittance by artistes, e.g., wrestlers, dancers, entertainers etc. Commission to agents abroad for sale of residential plots for amounts up to USD 25,000 or 5 per cent
In order to further simplify and liberalise the current account transactions, the Reserve Bank of India has announced its decision to freely allow the Authorised Dealers, the following categories of remittances in terms of the Foreign Exchange Management Act (Current Account Transactions) Rules, 2000: Remittance by artistes, e.g., wrestlers, dancers, entertainers etc. Commission to agents abroad for sale of residential plots for amounts up to USD 25,000 or 5 per cent
डिसें 11, 2003
Pay Income-tax dues in advance at any designated bank branch : RBI
The Reserve Bank of India has advised income-tax assessees in the cities of Mumbai and Navi Mumbai to take advantage of paying their income tax dues at any of the designated bank branches. The income-tax department has authorised approximately 844 computerised branches of public sector banks and private sector banks in Mumbai and Navi Mumbai to accept payment of income-tax dues. The Reserve Bank has also advised income-tax assessees to avoid last minute rush at the Re
The Reserve Bank of India has advised income-tax assessees in the cities of Mumbai and Navi Mumbai to take advantage of paying their income tax dues at any of the designated bank branches. The income-tax department has authorised approximately 844 computerised branches of public sector banks and private sector banks in Mumbai and Navi Mumbai to accept payment of income-tax dues. The Reserve Bank has also advised income-tax assessees to avoid last minute rush at the Re
डिसें 10, 2003
Prudential Guidelines on Banks’Investment in non-SLR Securities
Reserve Bank of India had issued guidelines on investments by banks in non-SLR securities on November 12, 2003. With a view to operationalising the guidelines a series of meetings were held with banks and other market participants and a transition period up to March 31, 2004 was provided. Further discussions were held with market participants on the actual implementation and for considering certain relaxations needed for a smooth transition, Reserve Bank has issued th
Reserve Bank of India had issued guidelines on investments by banks in non-SLR securities on November 12, 2003. With a view to operationalising the guidelines a series of meetings were held with banks and other market participants and a transition period up to March 31, 2004 was provided. Further discussions were held with market participants on the actual implementation and for considering certain relaxations needed for a smooth transition, Reserve Bank has issued th
नोव्हें 17, 2003
RBI releases Report on Trend and Progress of Banking in India-2002-03
The Reserve Bank of India today released its Report on Trend and Progress of Banking in India, 2002-03. The Report gives a detailed account of the performance of and policy developments relating to commercial banks, co-operative banks, financial institutions and non-banking financial companies during 2002-03. The Report is divided into seven Chapters and contains detailed statistical tables on various parameters for banks and financial institutions.OverviewThe first c
The Reserve Bank of India today released its Report on Trend and Progress of Banking in India, 2002-03. The Report gives a detailed account of the performance of and policy developments relating to commercial banks, co-operative banks, financial institutions and non-banking financial companies during 2002-03. The Report is divided into seven Chapters and contains detailed statistical tables on various parameters for banks and financial institutions.OverviewThe first c
ऑक्टो 15, 2003
Quarterly Handout: Aggregate Deposits and Gross Bank Credit of Scheduled Commercial Banks - As on the last Friday of June 2003
"Banking Statistics: Quarterly Handout – June 2003" provides data on aggregate deposits and gross bank credit of scheduled commercial banks as on the last Friday of June 2003. The data are based on Basic Statistical Return-7, received from all scheduled commercial banks. The top hundred centres arranged according to the size of deposits accounted for 61.5 per cent of the total deposits and the top hundred centres arranged according to the size of bank credit acco
"Banking Statistics: Quarterly Handout – June 2003" provides data on aggregate deposits and gross bank credit of scheduled commercial banks as on the last Friday of June 2003. The data are based on Basic Statistical Return-7, received from all scheduled commercial banks. The top hundred centres arranged according to the size of deposits accounted for 61.5 per cent of the total deposits and the top hundred centres arranged according to the size of bank credit acco
ऑग 29, 2003
RBI allows four Private Sector Banks to take Government Business
The Reserve Bank of India has permitted four private sector banks for conduct of all types of Central Government transactions as its agents with effect from October 1, 2003. The four banks that have been permitted to undertake Government transactions are HDFC Bank Ltd., ICICI Bank Ltd., IDBI Bank Ltd. and UTI Bank Ltd. These banks have also been authorised to conduct State Government transactions if any State Government desires to appoint any one or all these banks as
The Reserve Bank of India has permitted four private sector banks for conduct of all types of Central Government transactions as its agents with effect from October 1, 2003. The four banks that have been permitted to undertake Government transactions are HDFC Bank Ltd., ICICI Bank Ltd., IDBI Bank Ltd. and UTI Bank Ltd. These banks have also been authorised to conduct State Government transactions if any State Government desires to appoint any one or all these banks as
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