Speeches - Regulating Commercial Banking - ଆରବିଆଇ - Reserve Bank of India
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ନଭେମ୍ବର 25, 2008
Contemporary International and Domestic Banking Developments and the Emerging Challenges
Dear Friends, I am delighted to be here this evening at the meeting of the Bankers’ Club, Kolkata, which, I understand, is in the process of reactivating itself to provide a vibrant professional platform to the bankers for an ongoing exchange of views on the areas of functional and contemporary relevance to the banking community. I am grateful to the organisers for affording me this opportunity to be with this august audience and to share some my thoughts on the very
Shri V. Leeladhar, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Dear Friends, I am delighted to be here this evening at the meeting of the Bankers’ Club, Kolkata, which, I understand, is in the process of reactivating itself to provide a vibrant professional platform to the bankers for an ongoing exchange of views on the areas of functional and contemporary relevance to the banking community. I am grateful to the organisers for affording me this opportunity to be with this august audience and to share some my thoughts on the very
ସେପ୍ଟେମ୍ବର 12, 2008
Financial Inclusion and Information Technology
It is indeed very heartening to be here at this WIPRO-NDTV Convergence Conference on ‘Vision 2020 - Indian Financial Services Sector’. I thank the organizers for inviting me here today. Introduction 2. The banking system has grown enormously in the last five years keeping pace with and in some cases leading the country’s remarkable economic growth. Simultaneously, the banking system has improved its strength, efficiency and resilience. There have also been significant
Smt. Usha Thorat, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
It is indeed very heartening to be here at this WIPRO-NDTV Convergence Conference on ‘Vision 2020 - Indian Financial Services Sector’. I thank the organizers for inviting me here today. Introduction 2. The banking system has grown enormously in the last five years keeping pace with and in some cases leading the country’s remarkable economic growth. Simultaneously, the banking system has improved its strength, efficiency and resilience. There have also been significant
ଅଗଷ୍ଟ 04, 2008
The Indian Banking Industry – A Retrospect of Select Aspects
Dear Friends, It is my pleasure to be here on the occasion of the birth centenary celebrations of late Shri M. Ct. M. Chidambaram Chettyar. I am thankful to the organisers for affording me this opportunity to share some of my thoughts with this august audience. As you all know, Shri Chettyar was the visionary founder of the Indian Overseas Bank. He established the bank in the pre-independence era in the February 1937, when the banking industry in the country was indee
Shri V. Leeladhar, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Dear Friends, It is my pleasure to be here on the occasion of the birth centenary celebrations of late Shri M. Ct. M. Chidambaram Chettyar. I am thankful to the organisers for affording me this opportunity to share some of my thoughts with this august audience. As you all know, Shri Chettyar was the visionary founder of the Indian Overseas Bank. He established the bank in the pre-independence era in the February 1937, when the banking industry in the country was indee
ଅଗଷ୍ଟ 01, 2008
Payment and Settlement System in India
Dear Friends, It is my pleasure to be here with you this afternoon at this important conclave, which seeks to articulate the vision of Indian banking in 2010. I am thankful to the organisers for affording me this opportunity to be here today and share some of my thoughts with this august audience. The Indian banking system has come a long way, particularly during the last couple of decades and continues to evolve in a myriad of ways. While, no doubt, the future contou
Shri V. Leeladhar, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Dear Friends, It is my pleasure to be here with you this afternoon at this important conclave, which seeks to articulate the vision of Indian banking in 2010. I am thankful to the organisers for affording me this opportunity to be here today and share some of my thoughts with this august audience. The Indian banking system has come a long way, particularly during the last couple of decades and continues to evolve in a myriad of ways. While, no doubt, the future contou
ଜୁନ 19, 2008
Fiscal Policy and Economic Reforms
Respected Professor Govinda Rao and distinguished scholars, I am honoured by my friend, Prof. Govinda Rao’s, kind invitation to me to visit the National Institute of Public Finance and Policy (NIPFP). I had the opportunity of working very closely with the NIPFP on several occasions. Apart from my personal affinity to the NIPFP, there is a close relationship between the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and the NIPFP, from an institutional point of view also. For instance, P
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Respected Professor Govinda Rao and distinguished scholars, I am honoured by my friend, Prof. Govinda Rao’s, kind invitation to me to visit the National Institute of Public Finance and Policy (NIPFP). I had the opportunity of working very closely with the NIPFP on several occasions. Apart from my personal affinity to the NIPFP, there is a close relationship between the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and the NIPFP, from an institutional point of view also. For instance, P
ଜୁନ 02, 2008
Inclusive financial system for the aged
Changing Contours of Indian Population India, the seventh largest country in size, continues to occupy the second largest populated country after China. The aged population in India (i.e. over 60 years) that stood at 84.7 million (7.5 per cent) in 2005 is expected to rise to 141 million (10.2 per cent) by 2020 and thereafter reach 194 million (13 per cent) in 2030. Even though income levels are going up and poverty declining, it can be reasonably expected that a signi
Smt. Usha Thorat, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Changing Contours of Indian Population India, the seventh largest country in size, continues to occupy the second largest populated country after China. The aged population in India (i.e. over 60 years) that stood at 84.7 million (7.5 per cent) in 2005 is expected to rise to 141 million (10.2 per cent) by 2020 and thereafter reach 194 million (13 per cent) in 2030. Even though income levels are going up and poverty declining, it can be reasonably expected that a signi
ଅପ୍ରେଲ 16, 2008
India : The Global Partner
Dean Coatsworth, Professor Bhagwati, Professor Radon, students, faculty and alumni of Columbia University, and members of the wider New York City Community. I am grateful to President Bollinger for extending me an invitation to participate in the prestigious World Leaders Forum at the Low Memorial Library. Distinguished past speakers at the Forum include, I am informed, President Clinton, President Putin, The Dalai Lama and Noble laureate Joseph Stiglitz. I am greatly
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Dean Coatsworth, Professor Bhagwati, Professor Radon, students, faculty and alumni of Columbia University, and members of the wider New York City Community. I am grateful to President Bollinger for extending me an invitation to participate in the prestigious World Leaders Forum at the Low Memorial Library. Distinguished past speakers at the Forum include, I am informed, President Clinton, President Putin, The Dalai Lama and Noble laureate Joseph Stiglitz. I am greatly
ଜାନୁଆରୀ 27, 2008
Financial Markets in India Recent Developments and Challenges
Shyamala Gopinath It gives me great pleasure to be with you today at the 9th Annual Conference of Fixed Income Money Market and Derivatives Association (FIMMDA) jointly organised with the Primary Dealers Association of India (PDAI). FIMMDA and PDAI have an important role to play in the development of our debt markets. I am happy to say, these industry bodies have been providing valuable inputs to us, in the Reserve Bank of India in our endeavour to develop our markets
Smt. Shyamala Gopinath, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Shyamala Gopinath It gives me great pleasure to be with you today at the 9th Annual Conference of Fixed Income Money Market and Derivatives Association (FIMMDA) jointly organised with the Primary Dealers Association of India (PDAI). FIMMDA and PDAI have an important role to play in the development of our debt markets. I am happy to say, these industry bodies have been providing valuable inputs to us, in the Reserve Bank of India in our endeavour to develop our markets
ଡିସେମ୍ବର 04, 2007
India's Financial Sector Reforms: Fostering Growth While Containing Risk
I am honoured to be back at Yale where I got my basic economics grounding from James Tobin, Bill Nordhaus, and Robert Evenson, among others. In all these years, this is my first lecture at Yale, so I am particularly pleased to have this opportunity. Thank you Professor Srinivasan. The turmoil in international financial markets since late July this year and the increased uncertainty that financial markets are currently experiencing have brought issues relating to finan
Dr. Rakesh Mohan, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
I am honoured to be back at Yale where I got my basic economics grounding from James Tobin, Bill Nordhaus, and Robert Evenson, among others. In all these years, this is my first lecture at Yale, so I am particularly pleased to have this opportunity. Thank you Professor Srinivasan. The turmoil in international financial markets since late July this year and the increased uncertainty that financial markets are currently experiencing have brought issues relating to finan
ନଭେମ୍ବର 26, 2007
The Evolution of Banking Regulation in India – A Retrospect on Some Aspects
It is my pleasure to be here with you this afternoon on the occasion of the Bankers’ Conference, which has become a landmark annual event in the Indian banking industry. I am indeed grateful to the organisers for their kind invitation, which provided me an opportunity to share my thoughts on the evolutionary path of the banking regulation in India over the past several decades. The topic, to my mind, appears particularly relevant today when India has completed 60 year
Shri V. Leeladhar, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
It is my pleasure to be here with you this afternoon on the occasion of the Bankers’ Conference, which has become a landmark annual event in the Indian banking industry. I am indeed grateful to the organisers for their kind invitation, which provided me an opportunity to share my thoughts on the evolutionary path of the banking regulation in India over the past several decades. The topic, to my mind, appears particularly relevant today when India has completed 60 year
ନଭେମ୍ବର 26, 2007
The growing importance of emerging economies in the globalised world and its implications for the international financial architecture
I. Introduction II. The growing importance of the emerging markets in the global economy III. Implications for the international financial architecture IV Concluding remarks I. IntroductionLadies and gentlemen,It is a great honour for me to give this lecture to pay tribute to the memory of the late Shri Lakshmi Kant Jha.L.K. Jha was a man of many talents: a distinguished administrator, a diplomat and an eminent economist. He was the first Chairman of the General Agree
Jean-Claude Trichet, President of the European Central Bank
I. Introduction II. The growing importance of the emerging markets in the global economy III. Implications for the international financial architecture IV Concluding remarks I. IntroductionLadies and gentlemen,It is a great honour for me to give this lecture to pay tribute to the memory of the late Shri Lakshmi Kant Jha.L.K. Jha was a man of many talents: a distinguished administrator, a diplomat and an eminent economist. He was the first Chairman of the General Agree
ନଭେମ୍ବର 13, 2007
Financial Sector Policies for growth and employment
Respected Soedradjad Djiwandono, Governor Abdullah, fellow Governors and distinguished participants,I am thankful to Governor Burhanuddin Abdullah for inviting me to participate in the Annual International Seminar 2007. We deeply appreciate the excellent arrangements, warmth and hospitality of Bank Indonesia. In particular, special thanks are due to Deputy Governor, Ms. Miranda Goeltom. I also sincerely appreciate the thoughtful selection of the topics for discussion
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Respected Soedradjad Djiwandono, Governor Abdullah, fellow Governors and distinguished participants,I am thankful to Governor Burhanuddin Abdullah for inviting me to participate in the Annual International Seminar 2007. We deeply appreciate the excellent arrangements, warmth and hospitality of Bank Indonesia. In particular, special thanks are due to Deputy Governor, Ms. Miranda Goeltom. I also sincerely appreciate the thoughtful selection of the topics for discussion
ଅକ୍ଟୋବର 24, 2007
Customer Centricity and the Reserve Bank
Mr. Daniel, Professor King, Mr. Kapfer, Mr. Burt, ladies and gentlemen, I am delighted to be here this morning at the first session of the seminar on the theme of “Balancing Cost, Profitability and Customer Experience” organised by the Asian Banker under its annual event ‘The Excellence in Retail Financial services, South Asia’. I am glad to be able to share my thoughts on this very topical subject of the cost-benefit analysis of the customer experience in the banking
Shri V. Leeladhar, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Mr. Daniel, Professor King, Mr. Kapfer, Mr. Burt, ladies and gentlemen, I am delighted to be here this morning at the first session of the seminar on the theme of “Balancing Cost, Profitability and Customer Experience” organised by the Asian Banker under its annual event ‘The Excellence in Retail Financial services, South Asia’. I am glad to be able to share my thoughts on this very topical subject of the cost-benefit analysis of the customer experience in the banking
ସେପ୍ଟେମ୍ବର 15, 2007
Basel II and Credit Risk Management
Mr. Gordy, Mr. Bhattacharya, distinguished participants, ladies and gentlemen, I am delighted to be with you this morning at the inaugural of the third programme in the series being organised under the aegis of the Centre for Advanced Financial Leaning (CAFL) on the theme of Basel II and Credit Risk Management. I am indeed thankful to the organisers for providing me this valuable opportunity to share my thoughts on this very topical subject with this august audience –
Shri V. Leeladhar, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Mr. Gordy, Mr. Bhattacharya, distinguished participants, ladies and gentlemen, I am delighted to be with you this morning at the inaugural of the third programme in the series being organised under the aegis of the Centre for Advanced Financial Leaning (CAFL) on the theme of Basel II and Credit Risk Management. I am indeed thankful to the organisers for providing me this valuable opportunity to share my thoughts on this very topical subject with this august audience –
ସେପ୍ଟେମ୍ବର 13, 2007
India’s Preparedness for Basel II Implementation
Dear Friends, It is my pleasure and privilege to be here with you this morning and to be sharing my experience and views with this august audience regarding India’s preparedness for Basel II implementation. I am very thankful to the organisers for having afforded me this opportunity today. As you are well aware, implementation of the new capital adequacy framework has been a long and exacting journey in most of the jurisdictions, and so is the case with In
Shri V. Leeladhar, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Dear Friends, It is my pleasure and privilege to be here with you this morning and to be sharing my experience and views with this august audience regarding India’s preparedness for Basel II implementation. I am very thankful to the organisers for having afforded me this opportunity today. As you are well aware, implementation of the new capital adequacy framework has been a long and exacting journey in most of the jurisdictions, and so is the case with In
ଜୁଲାଇ 03, 2007
Glimpses of Indian Economy and its Financial Sector
Chairman Sergey M. Ignatiev and distinguished central bankers of the Bank of Russia, I am grateful to Chairman Ignatiev for inviting me to visit your bank and interact with you for mutual benefit. I have the pleasure of meeting my friend Chairman Ignatiev, almost once a month, in meetings of BIS or G20 or IMF or other international seminars. His address in Buenos Aires in early June on the current state of Russian economy was highly appreciated because he gave a glimp
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Chairman Sergey M. Ignatiev and distinguished central bankers of the Bank of Russia, I am grateful to Chairman Ignatiev for inviting me to visit your bank and interact with you for mutual benefit. I have the pleasure of meeting my friend Chairman Ignatiev, almost once a month, in meetings of BIS or G20 or IMF or other international seminars. His address in Buenos Aires in early June on the current state of Russian economy was highly appreciated because he gave a glimp
ଅପ୍ରେଲ 09, 2007
Special features of Financial Sector Reforms in India
Ms. Nitaya Pibulratanagit, Asst. Governor Bank of Thailand, Mr. Appiah Chairman Forex Association of India, Mr. Lamba Secretary Forex Association of India, delegates from India and Asia/Middle East, ladies and gentlemen. It is a pleasure to inaugurate the 18th annual conference of the Forex Association of India which is affiliated to ACI in this historical city of Bangkok. I understand FIMMDA had held a similar conference in Bangkok in 2003 which was inaugurated by my
Smt. Shyamala Gopinath, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Ms. Nitaya Pibulratanagit, Asst. Governor Bank of Thailand, Mr. Appiah Chairman Forex Association of India, Mr. Lamba Secretary Forex Association of India, delegates from India and Asia/Middle East, ladies and gentlemen. It is a pleasure to inaugurate the 18th annual conference of the Forex Association of India which is affiliated to ACI in this historical city of Bangkok. I understand FIMMDA had held a similar conference in Bangkok in 2003 which was inaugurated by my
ମାର୍ଚ୍ଚ 13, 2007
Indian Financial Sector Reforms
Introduction At the outset, I am thankful to the Institute of International Bankers for giving me this opportunity of addressing the Annual Washington Conference 2007.The banking system in India has undergone significant changes during last 15 years. There have been new banks, new instruments, new windows, new opportunities and, along with all this, new challenges. While deregulation has opened up new vistas for banks to augment revenues, it has also entailed greater
Shri V. Leeladhar, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Introduction At the outset, I am thankful to the Institute of International Bankers for giving me this opportunity of addressing the Annual Washington Conference 2007.The banking system in India has undergone significant changes during last 15 years. There have been new banks, new instruments, new windows, new opportunities and, along with all this, new challenges. While deregulation has opened up new vistas for banks to augment revenues, it has also entailed greater
ମାର୍ଚ୍ଚ 09, 2007
Regulators’ Eyes on Financial Institutions
Regulators need to keep on top of banks, says Dr. Y V ReddyAs we move from a world based on relationships to one based on transactions, can our banks be far behind? Indeed, banking has been transformed, perhaps unrecognisably, and regulators and customers are taking notice.In the 1970s, a visit to the bank meant face-to-face time, assistance with problems, financial advice, and often just a friendly chat with your banker who you knew and trusted. Today, many customers
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Regulators need to keep on top of banks, says Dr. Y V ReddyAs we move from a world based on relationships to one based on transactions, can our banks be far behind? Indeed, banking has been transformed, perhaps unrecognisably, and regulators and customers are taking notice.In the 1970s, a visit to the bank meant face-to-face time, assistance with problems, financial advice, and often just a friendly chat with your banker who you knew and trusted. Today, many customers
ଫେବୃଆରୀ 27, 2007
What RBI means to the Common Person
Friends,I am happy to be in Karamchedu Village again. Many distinguished personalities in various fields; freedom fighters; shipping magnates; scientists; poets, ministers and medical doctors have hailed from this single village. Shri Yarlagadda Ranganayakulu garu, who was an engineer by training, is one such fine personality. We met accidentally a little over thirty years ago in Hyderabad. We became friends and we attempted to do some socially useful work on several
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Friends,I am happy to be in Karamchedu Village again. Many distinguished personalities in various fields; freedom fighters; shipping magnates; scientists; poets, ministers and medical doctors have hailed from this single village. Shri Yarlagadda Ranganayakulu garu, who was an engineer by training, is one such fine personality. We met accidentally a little over thirty years ago in Hyderabad. We became friends and we attempted to do some socially useful work on several
ନଭେମ୍ବର 21, 2006
Central Banks and Risk Management: Pursuing Financial Stability
I have chosen to speak on "Financial Stability" for a number of reasons. Although financial stability has always been of concern to central banks, it is a relatively new concept in terms of the widespread attention being given to it in recent years. I thought it would be useful to discuss why it has become so important to central banks. Achieving this understanding would also help in explaining some of the behaviour of central banks. I will also try to explain why it
Dr. Rakesh Mohan, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
I have chosen to speak on "Financial Stability" for a number of reasons. Although financial stability has always been of concern to central banks, it is a relatively new concept in terms of the widespread attention being given to it in recent years. I thought it would be useful to discuss why it has become so important to central banks. Achieving this understanding would also help in explaining some of the behaviour of central banks. I will also try to explain why it
ନଭେମ୍ବର 17, 2006
Monetary and Financial Policy Responses to Global Imbalances
DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC ANALYSIS AND POLICY I would like to compliment Bank Indonesia for arranging this conference on the theme "Monetary and Financial Policy Responses to Global Imbalances" at the Annual International Seminar 2006. This is an issue that has been among the top concerns of central bankers in the last few years: so the opportunity to have this discussion at this opportune time is very welcome for all of us. The issue of large global imbalances has been
Dr. Rakesh Mohan, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC ANALYSIS AND POLICY I would like to compliment Bank Indonesia for arranging this conference on the theme "Monetary and Financial Policy Responses to Global Imbalances" at the Annual International Seminar 2006. This is an issue that has been among the top concerns of central bankers in the last few years: so the opportunity to have this discussion at this opportune time is very welcome for all of us. The issue of large global imbalances has been
ଅକ୍ଟୋବର 09, 2006
Banking and Financial Sector Reforms : Status and Prospects*
Respected Prime Minister Sir, Shri Vineet Jain, Honourable Shri Chidambaram, Dr. Rangarajan, Shri Ahluwalia, leaders of industry and finance, and friends, I am thankful to the organisers for according me the privilege of participating in this panel discussion. My comments are divided into three parts - personal, present status, and prospects for Banking and Financial Sector Reforms. On the personal front, I have worked closely with all the distinguished panelists here
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Respected Prime Minister Sir, Shri Vineet Jain, Honourable Shri Chidambaram, Dr. Rangarajan, Shri Ahluwalia, leaders of industry and finance, and friends, I am thankful to the organisers for according me the privilege of participating in this panel discussion. My comments are divided into three parts - personal, present status, and prospects for Banking and Financial Sector Reforms. On the personal front, I have worked closely with all the distinguished panelists here
ସେପ୍ଟେମ୍ବର 27, 2006
Changing Paradigms in Risk Management
The world of finance has always had an intuitive understanding of risk. The risks that emerge from the increased variety and complexities of banking business, as well as from the various new drivers of growth has pushed the contours of risk management in banks much beyond what would probably have existed in the more traditional forms of banking activity of accepting deposits and lending in relatively stable environments. Internationally, the last two decades or so hav
Smt. Shyamala Gopinath, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
The world of finance has always had an intuitive understanding of risk. The risks that emerge from the increased variety and complexities of banking business, as well as from the various new drivers of growth has pushed the contours of risk management in banks much beyond what would probably have existed in the more traditional forms of banking activity of accepting deposits and lending in relatively stable environments. Internationally, the last two decades or so hav
ସେପ୍ଟେମ୍ବର 26, 2006
Demystifying Basel II*
Friends, it gives me great pleasure to share my thoughts on some of the elements of Basel II implementation in India with this august gathering. I firmly believe that periodical sharing of thoughts and views by us on issues of topical relevance with bankers - both domestic and foreign; eminent bank regulators and supervisors from abroad; and above all - the users of the banking system, is fundamental for promoting greater transparency and understanding of the intent a
Shri V. Leeladhar, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Friends, it gives me great pleasure to share my thoughts on some of the elements of Basel II implementation in India with this august gathering. I firmly believe that periodical sharing of thoughts and views by us on issues of topical relevance with bankers - both domestic and foreign; eminent bank regulators and supervisors from abroad; and above all - the users of the banking system, is fundamental for promoting greater transparency and understanding of the intent a
ସେପ୍ଟେମ୍ବର 07, 2006
Credit Counselling : An Indian Perspective
Mr. Chairman, distinguished guests and friends, I am thankful to Mr. Balachandran for providing this opportunity to be with this eminent gathering assembled for a noble cause. Bank of India has been among the banks known to be a pioneer in several areas of commercial banking. In this context, the initiative by the bank to establish credit counselling centers on a pilot basis highlights the pro-active role being played by our banks. In fact, a major reason for my agree
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Mr. Chairman, distinguished guests and friends, I am thankful to Mr. Balachandran for providing this opportunity to be with this eminent gathering assembled for a noble cause. Bank of India has been among the banks known to be a pioneer in several areas of commercial banking. In this context, the initiative by the bank to establish credit counselling centers on a pilot basis highlights the pro-active role being played by our banks. In fact, a major reason for my agree
ସେପ୍ଟେମ୍ବର 05, 2006
Use of technology in the financial sector: Significance of concerted efforts*
Shri Arvind Sharma, Director, IDRBT, members of the Governing Council of the IDRBT, fellow bankers and distinguished guests, It gives me immense pleasure to be here with friends from the banking fraternity. In fact, being here is part of my annual pilgrimage to the Institute for Development and Research in Banking Technology (IDRBT). At the outset, I would like to compliment the Governing Council, faculty and staff of the IDRBT for continuing with their mission with d
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Shri Arvind Sharma, Director, IDRBT, members of the Governing Council of the IDRBT, fellow bankers and distinguished guests, It gives me immense pleasure to be here with friends from the banking fraternity. In fact, being here is part of my annual pilgrimage to the Institute for Development and Research in Banking Technology (IDRBT). At the outset, I would like to compliment the Governing Council, faculty and staff of the IDRBT for continuing with their mission with d
ଜୁଲାଇ 24, 2006
Avian Influenza Pandemic: Preparedness within the Financial Sector*
I would like to welcome all of you to India for the IMF Seminar on "Preparedness within the Financial Sector for an Avian Influenza Pandemic", which has been a source of concern not only for health experts but also for policy makers in Governments and Central Banks alike. It is important to undertake activities that are preventive in nature, so that the probability of an undesirable event is minimised. The Fund’s efforts to bring countries that are vulnerable to the p
Dr. Rakesh Mohan, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
I would like to welcome all of you to India for the IMF Seminar on "Preparedness within the Financial Sector for an Avian Influenza Pandemic", which has been a source of concern not only for health experts but also for policy makers in Governments and Central Banks alike. It is important to undertake activities that are preventive in nature, so that the probability of an undesirable event is minimised. The Fund’s efforts to bring countries that are vulnerable to the p
ଜୁଲାଇ 01, 2006
Banks and Service to the Common Person
Chairperson of the Board Smt. Udeshi, Chairman of the IBA Shri Shetty, Deputy Governor Smt. Usha Thorat, distinguished bankers and friends, It gives me immense pleasure and satisfaction to be here to release the 'Code of Bank’s Commitment to Customers'. The Code signifies the first formal collaborative effort by the Reserve Bank of India, the banks and the newly set up Banking Codes and Standards Board of India (BCSBI) to provide a framework for a minimum standard of
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Chairperson of the Board Smt. Udeshi, Chairman of the IBA Shri Shetty, Deputy Governor Smt. Usha Thorat, distinguished bankers and friends, It gives me immense pleasure and satisfaction to be here to release the 'Code of Bank’s Commitment to Customers'. The Code signifies the first formal collaborative effort by the Reserve Bank of India, the banks and the newly set up Banking Codes and Standards Board of India (BCSBI) to provide a framework for a minimum standard of
ଜୁନ 03, 2006
Financial Sector Reforms and Monetary Policy: The Indian Experience
I. Introduction Since the initiation of reforms in the early 1990s, the Indian economy has achieved high growth in an environment of macroeconomic and financial stability. The period has been marked by broad based economic reform that has touched every segment of the economy. These reforms were designed essentially to promote greater efficiency in the economy through promotion of greater competition. The story of Indian reforms is by now well-documented (e.g., Ahluwal
Dr. Rakesh Mohan, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
I. Introduction Since the initiation of reforms in the early 1990s, the Indian economy has achieved high growth in an environment of macroeconomic and financial stability. The period has been marked by broad based economic reform that has touched every segment of the economy. These reforms were designed essentially to promote greater efficiency in the economy through promotion of greater competition. The story of Indian reforms is by now well-documented (e.g., Ahluwal
ମଇ 30, 2006
Treating Bank Customers Fairly- Regulatory Initiatives *
It gives me great pleasure to participate in this Congress organised by the Financial Planning Standards Board India. Today, there is much more awareness of the need to protect consumers' rights and ensure fair practices in financial services. Countries are designating specific regulators or self regulatory watch dogs for overseeing whether there is mis-selling and whether fair and transparent practices are being observed by financial intermediaries. While specific gr
Smt. Usha Thorat, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
It gives me great pleasure to participate in this Congress organised by the Financial Planning Standards Board India. Today, there is much more awareness of the need to protect consumers' rights and ensure fair practices in financial services. Countries are designating specific regulators or self regulatory watch dogs for overseeing whether there is mis-selling and whether fair and transparent practices are being observed by financial intermediaries. While specific gr
ମଇ 12, 2006
Approach to Basel II
Ladies and Gentlemen, it is my pleasure to be here at this program on emerging paradigms in risk management. As expected of me, in my address today, I intend to share with you the broad contours of the regulatory approach, process and thinking in regard to some of the issues arising in context of Basel II. Basel II aims to encourage the use of modern risk management techniques; and to encourage banks to ensure that their risk management capabilities are commensurate w
Smt. Shyamala Gopinath, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Ladies and Gentlemen, it is my pleasure to be here at this program on emerging paradigms in risk management. As expected of me, in my address today, I intend to share with you the broad contours of the regulatory approach, process and thinking in regard to some of the issues arising in context of Basel II. Basel II aims to encourage the use of modern risk management techniques; and to encourage banks to ensure that their risk management capabilities are commensurate w
ମଇ 09, 2006
Reforming India’s Financial Sector: Changing Dimensions and Emerging Issues *
Prof. Wyplosz, Mr. Roth and Distinguished ladies and gentlemen, I am honoured and indeed privileged to be amidst such an eminent gathering of central bankers and policymakers at the International Centre for Monetary and Banking Studies. In particular, I am grateful to Mr. Roth, Chairman, Swiss National Bank and Mr. Hildebrand for providing me this forum. The presentation today is on reforming India's financial sector. I eagerly look forward to the benefit of productiv
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Prof. Wyplosz, Mr. Roth and Distinguished ladies and gentlemen, I am honoured and indeed privileged to be amidst such an eminent gathering of central bankers and policymakers at the International Centre for Monetary and Banking Studies. In particular, I am grateful to Mr. Roth, Chairman, Swiss National Bank and Mr. Hildebrand for providing me this forum. The presentation today is on reforming India's financial sector. I eagerly look forward to the benefit of productiv
ମଇ 03, 2006
Challenges and implications of Basel II for Asia*
Mr. Chairman and friends, I am thankful to the organisers for inviting me to participate in the annual meetings of the Asian Development Bank and give my views on Basel II in the Asian context. I have a special affinity to the city of Hyderabad. I started in this city as a Research Scholar in 1960, then taught as a lecturer in Osmania University till 1964, and later, was the Collector and District Magistrate of Hyderabad city in 1976-77. Again, I worked here as Secret
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Mr. Chairman and friends, I am thankful to the organisers for inviting me to participate in the annual meetings of the Asian Development Bank and give my views on Basel II in the Asian context. I have a special affinity to the city of Hyderabad. I started in this city as a Research Scholar in 1960, then taught as a lecturer in Osmania University till 1964, and later, was the Collector and District Magistrate of Hyderabad city in 1976-77. Again, I worked here as Secret
ମାର୍ଚ୍ଚ 10, 2006
Financial Sector Reform and Financial Stability
Mr. President and distinguished friends, It is a privilege and an honour to be invited for this 8th Global Conference of Actuaries. Dr. R. Kannan has been a respected colleague of mine for several years in the Reserve Bank and I am thankful to him for persuading me to join you. Also, Mr. C.S. Rao, Chairman, IRDA and Mr. D. Swarup, PFRDA have been my friends and colleagues in the Government of Andhra Pradesh and Government of India. Financial sector reform and financia
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Mr. President and distinguished friends, It is a privilege and an honour to be invited for this 8th Global Conference of Actuaries. Dr. R. Kannan has been a respected colleague of mine for several years in the Reserve Bank and I am thankful to him for persuading me to join you. Also, Mr. C.S. Rao, Chairman, IRDA and Mr. D. Swarup, PFRDA have been my friends and colleagues in the Government of Andhra Pradesh and Government of India. Financial sector reform and financia
ମାର୍ଚ୍ଚ 06, 2006
Reforms, Productivity and Efficiency in Banking: The Indian Experience
Let me at the outset congratulate the Pakistan Society of Development Economists for organising this Conference. Issues of productivity and efficiency have been at the centre-stage of discussions in recent years. Nowhere is this truer than the financial sector, which is perceived to be the ‘brain’ of the economy (Stiglitz, 1998). Even within the financial sector, given the dominance of bank-based financial systems in most emerging markets including ours and the system
Dr. Rakesh Mohan, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Let me at the outset congratulate the Pakistan Society of Development Economists for organising this Conference. Issues of productivity and efficiency have been at the centre-stage of discussions in recent years. Nowhere is this truer than the financial sector, which is perceived to be the ‘brain’ of the economy (Stiglitz, 1998). Even within the financial sector, given the dominance of bank-based financial systems in most emerging markets including ours and the system
ଜାନୁଆରୀ 31, 2006
Indian banks and the global challenges*
It gives me great pleasure and privilege to participate in the Seminar jointly hosted by Indian Merchants' Chamber and IBA at a juncture when financial services sector across jurisdictions is going through a strong phase of increasing globalisation. Integration of economies leads to integration of financial markets catalyzing the globalisation process. The growing role of the financial sector in allocation of resources has significant potential advantages for the effi
Shri V. Leeladhar, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
It gives me great pleasure and privilege to participate in the Seminar jointly hosted by Indian Merchants' Chamber and IBA at a juncture when financial services sector across jurisdictions is going through a strong phase of increasing globalisation. Integration of economies leads to integration of financial markets catalyzing the globalisation process. The growing role of the financial sector in allocation of resources has significant potential advantages for the effi
ଡିସେମ୍ବର 16, 2005
Corporate governance in banks in India
Friends, I am thankful to the organisers for inviting me to give a luncheon address. There are several reasons why I was compelled to accept the responsibility. First, the eminence of the presentors, namely Indian Institute of Management, Bangalore, International Institute of Finance and Indian Banks’ Association. Second, the persuasive skills of Mr. Sinor who brings to bear the persona of the whole banking community on any subject. Third, growing importance being acc
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Friends, I am thankful to the organisers for inviting me to give a luncheon address. There are several reasons why I was compelled to accept the responsibility. First, the eminence of the presentors, namely Indian Institute of Management, Bangalore, International Institute of Finance and Indian Banks’ Association. Second, the persuasive skills of Mr. Sinor who brings to bear the persona of the whole banking community on any subject. Third, growing importance being acc
ଡିସେମ୍ବର 03, 2005
Future growth drivers : Retail versus corporate
Good afternoon, ladies and gentlemen. It is my pleasure to be here in the precincts of one of the premier business schools of India. When Mr. Bhusnur Math, an ex-RBI colleague, approached me for this seminar, I must concede it was the association of MDI with the event that made me accept the invitation. The way the world is changing and becoming more complex, newer challenges are being thrown up necessitating more interaction and dialogue between academia and the poli
Smt. Shyamala Gopinath, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Good afternoon, ladies and gentlemen. It is my pleasure to be here in the precincts of one of the premier business schools of India. When Mr. Bhusnur Math, an ex-RBI colleague, approached me for this seminar, I must concede it was the association of MDI with the event that made me accept the invitation. The way the world is changing and becoming more complex, newer challenges are being thrown up necessitating more interaction and dialogue between academia and the poli
ନଭେମ୍ବର 14, 2005
Indian banking – The challenges ahead
1. I deem it an honour to have been invited to deliver this year’s G Natarajan memorial lecture. I did not have the good fortune of meeting late Shri G.Natrajan but I have heard a lot about him from my friend Shri V.A. George. As a father of a mentally challenged child I had an insight into the activities of Smt. Poonam Natrajan, founder chairperson of Vidya Sagar, formerly known as Spastic Society of India, Chennai. I am grateful to her for inviting me to address thi
Shri V. Leeladhar, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
1. I deem it an honour to have been invited to deliver this year’s G Natarajan memorial lecture. I did not have the good fortune of meeting late Shri G.Natrajan but I have heard a lot about him from my friend Shri V.A. George. As a father of a mentally challenged child I had an insight into the activities of Smt. Poonam Natrajan, founder chairperson of Vidya Sagar, formerly known as Spastic Society of India, Chennai. I am grateful to her for inviting me to address thi
ନଭେମ୍ବର 14, 2005
Corporate Governance in the Financial Sector
I am happy to be here today at the annual seminar of insurance regulators and feel fortunate to share the platform with a very distinguished international expert Dr. YRK Reddy of the Academy of Corporate Governance. Keeping in view the discussions on corporate governance scheduled at the seminar I intend to give a brief overview of the role and importance of corporate governance in the banking sector, initiatives undertaken by RBI and then a flag a few generic issues
Smt. Shyamala Gopinath, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
I am happy to be here today at the annual seminar of insurance regulators and feel fortunate to share the platform with a very distinguished international expert Dr. YRK Reddy of the Academy of Corporate Governance. Keeping in view the discussions on corporate governance scheduled at the seminar I intend to give a brief overview of the role and importance of corporate governance in the banking sector, initiatives undertaken by RBI and then a flag a few generic issues
ଅକ୍ଟୋବର 07, 2005
Banks and Corporates as Partners in Progress
Friends, I am thankful to the organisers for giving me the opportunity to be with you and deliver the valedictory address at the FICCI-IBA Conference on ‘Global Banking : Paradigm Shift’. It is noteworthy that eminent persons from diverse areas of expertise and experience have participated in the Conference; and quite a few of them are from global bodies such as, BIS and central bankers or banking regulators from Mauritius, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, U.K. and
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Friends, I am thankful to the organisers for giving me the opportunity to be with you and deliver the valedictory address at the FICCI-IBA Conference on ‘Global Banking : Paradigm Shift’. It is noteworthy that eminent persons from diverse areas of expertise and experience have participated in the Conference; and quite a few of them are from global bodies such as, BIS and central bankers or banking regulators from Mauritius, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, U.K. and
ଅଗଷ୍ଟ 26, 2005
Financial System Stability and Basel II -Way Forward
The initiative of the Association of Professional Bankers – Sri Lanka in organising this conference on Financial System Stability and Basel II – Way Forward is indeed commendable. Basel II is an important milestone in banking regulation and supervision and ought to be viewed as a necessary process for promoting the safety and soundness of the banking sector and thereby strengthening financial stability. What is financial stability? 2. In a situation of financial stabi
Smt. K.J. Udeshi, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
The initiative of the Association of Professional Bankers – Sri Lanka in organising this conference on Financial System Stability and Basel II – Way Forward is indeed commendable. Basel II is an important milestone in banking regulation and supervision and ought to be viewed as a necessary process for promoting the safety and soundness of the banking sector and thereby strengthening financial stability. What is financial stability? 2. In a situation of financial stabi
ଜୁଲାଇ 09, 2005
Regulation and Risk Management: Implementing Basel II
It is indeed an honour to be amongst you on the occasion of the Platinum Jubilee Celebrations of The South Indian Bank Ltd. Today we remember the founders and pay homage to their vision and drive that led to the establishment of this bank. It is not only a day to feel proud, it is a day to reflect, a day to share, and a day to celebrate. It is also an opportunity to re-emphasise what the institution stands for, which not only helps in projecting its corporate culture
Shri V. Leeladhar, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
It is indeed an honour to be amongst you on the occasion of the Platinum Jubilee Celebrations of The South Indian Bank Ltd. Today we remember the founders and pay homage to their vision and drive that led to the establishment of this bank. It is not only a day to feel proud, it is a day to reflect, a day to share, and a day to celebrate. It is also an opportunity to re-emphasise what the institution stands for, which not only helps in projecting its corporate culture
ମଇ 28, 2005
Retail Banking - Opportunities and Challenges *
The issue of retail banking is extremely important and topical. Across the globe, retail lending has been a spectacular innovation in the commercial banking sector in recent years. The growth of retail lending, especially, in emerging economies, is attributable to the rapid advances in information technology, the evolving macroeconomic environment, financial market reform, and several micro-level demand and supply side factors. India too experienced a surge in retail
Smt. Shyamala Gopinath, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
The issue of retail banking is extremely important and topical. Across the globe, retail lending has been a spectacular innovation in the commercial banking sector in recent years. The growth of retail lending, especially, in emerging economies, is attributable to the rapid advances in information technology, the evolving macroeconomic environment, financial market reform, and several micro-level demand and supply side factors. India too experienced a surge in retail
ମଇ 26, 2005
Emerging Challenges before the Indian Banks – The Road Ahead*
It is indeed an honour to be invited to commence the Dena Bank Foundation Day Lecture Series. Today, as we remember the founders, we essentially pay homage to their vision and drive that led to the establishment of the Dena Bank. Shri Pranlalbhai Nanjee, inspired by his late father Shri Devkaran Nanjee’s dream to start a bank and play a seminal role in the development of the Indian banking industry, started the Devkaran Nanjee Banking Company in January 1938, about th
Shri V. Leeladhar, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
It is indeed an honour to be invited to commence the Dena Bank Foundation Day Lecture Series. Today, as we remember the founders, we essentially pay homage to their vision and drive that led to the establishment of the Dena Bank. Shri Pranlalbhai Nanjee, inspired by his late father Shri Devkaran Nanjee’s dream to start a bank and play a seminal role in the development of the Indian banking industry, started the Devkaran Nanjee Banking Company in January 1938, about th
ମଇ 18, 2005
Banking Sector Reforms in India: An Overview
Governor Ishrat Husain and distinguished bankers,At the outset, let me express my gratitude to Governor Husain for inviting me to visit Karachi and meet with you. I consider it an honour to be here amidst the banking fraternity. I would like to congratulate Pakistan for its impressive economic performance. Governor Husain, in his address at the Seminar on Management of Pakistan Economy in Lahore, a few weeks ago, had this to say about recent economic performance of Pa
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Governor Ishrat Husain and distinguished bankers,At the outset, let me express my gratitude to Governor Husain for inviting me to visit Karachi and meet with you. I consider it an honour to be here amidst the banking fraternity. I would like to congratulate Pakistan for its impressive economic performance. Governor Husain, in his address at the Seminar on Management of Pakistan Economy in Lahore, a few weeks ago, had this to say about recent economic performance of Pa
ଅପ୍ରେଲ 26, 2005
In quest of new cheese
IBA deserves to be complimented for having organised this Seminar on the subject of "In search of new cheese – Towards Newer Profit Avenues". The subject holds considerable contemporary relevance coming as it does at a time of intense competition, thinning margins, rising yields, and dwindling trading profits. As we look back we can see that the declining interest rate scenario during the last three to four years coupled with prudent regulation, in alignment with inte
Smt. K.J. Udeshi, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
IBA deserves to be complimented for having organised this Seminar on the subject of "In search of new cheese – Towards Newer Profit Avenues". The subject holds considerable contemporary relevance coming as it does at a time of intense competition, thinning margins, rising yields, and dwindling trading profits. As we look back we can see that the declining interest rate scenario during the last three to four years coupled with prudent regulation, in alignment with inte
ଅପ୍ରେଲ 26, 2005
Are Banks serving the Common Man ?
Ladies and gentlemen of the Lions Club of Bombay, Thank you very much for giving me an opportunity to share my thoughts with you all. Only Lions would be courageous enough to listen to a talk on the subject of banking which is dry and devoid of any humour. But if you keep in mind that banks deal with your hard-earned savings, what I have to say may be of interest to you. 2. The Reserve Bank has been trying to discipline banks with regard to the quality of customer ser
Smt. K.J. Udeshi, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Ladies and gentlemen of the Lions Club of Bombay, Thank you very much for giving me an opportunity to share my thoughts with you all. Only Lions would be courageous enough to listen to a talk on the subject of banking which is dry and devoid of any humour. But if you keep in mind that banks deal with your hard-earned savings, what I have to say may be of interest to you. 2. The Reserve Bank has been trying to discipline banks with regard to the quality of customer ser
ଅପ୍ରେଲ 03, 2005
Emerging Realities in Banking & Finance: Role of New Generation Managers
It is indeed a pleasure to be here in your midst today. To be amongst bright young students is not only energizing but also a learning experience - as we look at issues afresh and start by asking basic questions, which at some level are the most difficult. 2. The Reserve Bank has shared a very special relationship with the NIBM – it catalyzed its creation in 1969, provided the venue for its first campus and has been intimately associated with its functioning. While th
Shri V. Leeladhar, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
It is indeed a pleasure to be here in your midst today. To be amongst bright young students is not only energizing but also a learning experience - as we look at issues afresh and start by asking basic questions, which at some level are the most difficult. 2. The Reserve Bank has shared a very special relationship with the NIBM – it catalyzed its creation in 1969, provided the venue for its first campus and has been intimately associated with its functioning. While th
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