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நவ. 20, 2016
RBI extends Directions issued to the Lokseva Sahakari Bank Ltd., Pune, Maharashtra
The Reserve Bank of India, notified that Lokseva Sahakari Bank Ltd., Pune, was placed under directions for a period of six months vide directive dated May 19, 2014, from the close of business on May 20, 2014. The validity of the directions was extended four times, for a period of six months each, vide order dated November 12, 2014; dated May 06, 2015; dated November 04, 2015 and dated May 13, 2016. It is hereby notified for the information of the public that the perio
The Reserve Bank of India, notified that Lokseva Sahakari Bank Ltd., Pune, was placed under directions for a period of six months vide directive dated May 19, 2014, from the close of business on May 20, 2014. The validity of the directions was extended four times, for a period of six months each, vide order dated November 12, 2014; dated May 06, 2015; dated November 04, 2015 and dated May 13, 2016. It is hereby notified for the information of the public that the perio
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நவ. 18, 2016
Withdrawal limits and customer fee/charges for POS relaxed
The Reserve Bank of India had issued instructions to banks on November 14, 2016 that banks shall waive levy of ATM charges for all transactions by saving bank customers done at all ATMs, irrespective of the number of transactions during the month, from November 10, 2016 till December 30, 2016, subject to review. As another customer-centric measure, the limit for cash withdrawal at POS has been made uniform at to ₹ 2000/- per day across all centres (Tier I to VI) for a
The Reserve Bank of India had issued instructions to banks on November 14, 2016 that banks shall waive levy of ATM charges for all transactions by saving bank customers done at all ATMs, irrespective of the number of transactions during the month, from November 10, 2016 till December 30, 2016, subject to review. As another customer-centric measure, the limit for cash withdrawal at POS has been made uniform at to ₹ 2000/- per day across all centres (Tier I to VI) for a
நவ. 17, 2016
RBI cancels Licence of Sai Nagari Sahakari Bank Limited, Hadgaon
The Reserve Bank of India has cancelled the licence issued to Sai Nagari Sahakari Bank Limited, Hadgaon, consequent upon its merger with Shankar Nagari Sahakari Bank Limited, Nanded with effect from August 26, 2016. The Reserve Bank has done this under Section 22 of Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (As Applicable to Cooperative Societies) (ACCS). Anirudha D. Jadhav Assistant Manager Press Release : 2016-2017/1241
The Reserve Bank of India has cancelled the licence issued to Sai Nagari Sahakari Bank Limited, Hadgaon, consequent upon its merger with Shankar Nagari Sahakari Bank Limited, Nanded with effect from August 26, 2016. The Reserve Bank has done this under Section 22 of Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (As Applicable to Cooperative Societies) (ACCS). Anirudha D. Jadhav Assistant Manager Press Release : 2016-2017/1241
நவ. 17, 2016
Supply of Notes Sufficient; Do Not Panic or Hoard Currency: RBI reiterates
The Reserve Bank of India has once again clarified today that there is sufficient supply of notes consequent upon increased production which started nearly two months ago. Members of public are requested not to panic or hoard currency notes. Alpana Killawala Principal Adviser Press Release : 2016-2017/1235
The Reserve Bank of India has once again clarified today that there is sufficient supply of notes consequent upon increased production which started nearly two months ago. Members of public are requested not to panic or hoard currency notes. Alpana Killawala Principal Adviser Press Release : 2016-2017/1235
நவ. 15, 2016
Withdrawal of Legal Tender Character of Specified Bank Notes: RBI asks Cooperative Banks to ensure Strict Compliance to its Instructions
There were reports that some cooperative banks were not strictly adhering to the instructions issued in connection with the withdrawal of legal tender status of the existing ₹ 500 and ₹ 1000 bank notes (specified bank notes). The Reserve Bank of India today informed that it has advised the Urban Cooperative Banks through its Regional Offices and the State Cooperative Banks through National Bank for Agricultural and Rural Development (NABARD) of the need to ensure stri
There were reports that some cooperative banks were not strictly adhering to the instructions issued in connection with the withdrawal of legal tender status of the existing ₹ 500 and ₹ 1000 bank notes (specified bank notes). The Reserve Bank of India today informed that it has advised the Urban Cooperative Banks through its Regional Offices and the State Cooperative Banks through National Bank for Agricultural and Rural Development (NABARD) of the need to ensure stri
நவ. 14, 2016
Usage of ATMs - Waiver of customer charges
The Reserve Bank of India has today decided that banks shall waive levy of ATM charges for all transactions (inclusive of both financial and non-financial transactions) by savings bank customers done at their own banks’ ATMs as well as at other banks’ ATMs, irrespective of the number of transactions during the month. The above waiver of charges on ATM usage will be effective from November 10, 2016 till December 30, 2016, subject to review. Alpana Killawala Principal A
The Reserve Bank of India has today decided that banks shall waive levy of ATM charges for all transactions (inclusive of both financial and non-financial transactions) by savings bank customers done at their own banks’ ATMs as well as at other banks’ ATMs, irrespective of the number of transactions during the month. The above waiver of charges on ATM usage will be effective from November 10, 2016 till December 30, 2016, subject to review. Alpana Killawala Principal A
நவ. 14, 2016
DCCBs can allow existing customers to withdraw upto ₹ 24,000 from their accounts : RBI
The Reserve Bank of India has today clarified that District Central Cooperative Banks (DCCBs) can allow their existing customers to withdraw money from their accounts upto ₹ 24,000 per week upto November 24, 2016. However, no exchange facility against the specified bank notes (₹ 500 and ₹ 1000) or deposit of such notes should be entertained by them. The Reserve Bank has accordingly advised all banks to permit withdrawal of cash by DCCBs from their accounts based on ne
The Reserve Bank of India has today clarified that District Central Cooperative Banks (DCCBs) can allow their existing customers to withdraw money from their accounts upto ₹ 24,000 per week upto November 24, 2016. However, no exchange facility against the specified bank notes (₹ 500 and ₹ 1000) or deposit of such notes should be entertained by them. The Reserve Bank has accordingly advised all banks to permit withdrawal of cash by DCCBs from their accounts based on ne
நவ. 14, 2016
Constitution of Task Force for enabling dispensation of Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series Banknotes - Recalibration and reactivation of ATMs
It has become necessary to re-calibrate all ATMs/ Cash handling machines to dispense the new design notes following introduction of Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series Banknotes including a new High Denomination (₹ 2000) in new designs. 2. ATMs play a vital role in meeting the currency requirements of the public and have become a major channel for disbursement of cash. Re-activation of ATMs extends the availability and disbursal of notes for the customers of banks at convenie
It has become necessary to re-calibrate all ATMs/ Cash handling machines to dispense the new design notes following introduction of Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series Banknotes including a new High Denomination (₹ 2000) in new designs. 2. ATMs play a vital role in meeting the currency requirements of the public and have become a major channel for disbursement of cash. Re-activation of ATMs extends the availability and disbursal of notes for the customers of banks at convenie
நவ. 13, 2016
Don't draw and hoard; enough cash in small denominations available at RBI and banks: RBI
The Reserve Bank assures members of the public that enough cash in small denominations is also available at the Reserve Bank and banks. The Reserve Bank urges that public need not be anxious; need not come over to banks repeatedly to draw and hoard; Cash is available when they need it. Alpana Killawala Principal Adviser Press Release : 2016-2017/1194
The Reserve Bank assures members of the public that enough cash in small denominations is also available at the Reserve Bank and banks. The Reserve Bank urges that public need not be anxious; need not come over to banks repeatedly to draw and hoard; Cash is available when they need it. Alpana Killawala Principal Adviser Press Release : 2016-2017/1194
நவ. 13, 2016
Issue of ₹ 500 banknotes inset letter ‘L’ in Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue ₹ 500 denomination banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series with inset letter ‘L’ in both the number panels, bearing the signature of Dr. Urjit R. Patel, Governor, Reserve Bank of India, the year of printing '2016’ and Swachh Bharat Logo printed on the reverse of the Banknote. The new ₹ 500 banknotes are different from the earlier specified bank note (SBN) series in colour, size, theme, location of security features and des
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue ₹ 500 denomination banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series with inset letter ‘L’ in both the number panels, bearing the signature of Dr. Urjit R. Patel, Governor, Reserve Bank of India, the year of printing '2016’ and Swachh Bharat Logo printed on the reverse of the Banknote. The new ₹ 500 banknotes are different from the earlier specified bank note (SBN) series in colour, size, theme, location of security features and des
நவ. 12, 2016
Withdrawal of Legal Tender Character of ₹ 500 and ₹ 1,000: RBI Statement
The withdrawal of the legal tender character of the then existing bank notes in ₹ 500 and ₹ 1,000 cast a huge responsibility on the banking system to swiftly withdraw these specified bank notes in as smooth a manner as possible and in a non-disruptive way and provide in exchange notes of other denominations which are legal tender. It entailed swift withdrawal of the specified bank notes from the ATMs also within a few hours of the announcement, recalibrating these for
The withdrawal of the legal tender character of the then existing bank notes in ₹ 500 and ₹ 1,000 cast a huge responsibility on the banking system to swiftly withdraw these specified bank notes in as smooth a manner as possible and in a non-disruptive way and provide in exchange notes of other denominations which are legal tender. It entailed swift withdrawal of the specified bank notes from the ATMs also within a few hours of the announcement, recalibrating these for
நவ. 12, 2016
Authorities are closely monitoring Information through Reports: RBI
The Reserve Bank of India today clarified that as part of the instructions issued to banks, including to cooperative banks, regarding withdrawal of legal tender status of the existing ₹ 500 and ₹ 1000 bank notes (specified bank notes), detailed reporting system has been put in place. The Reserve Bank further stated that with a view to preventing misuse of the facility, the authorities are closely monitoring the information received through these reports about exchange
The Reserve Bank of India today clarified that as part of the instructions issued to banks, including to cooperative banks, regarding withdrawal of legal tender status of the existing ₹ 500 and ₹ 1000 bank notes (specified bank notes), detailed reporting system has been put in place. The Reserve Bank further stated that with a view to preventing misuse of the facility, the authorities are closely monitoring the information received through these reports about exchange
நவ. 11, 2016
Enough Cash is Available, RBI reassures; urges Public to exercise Patience and Exchange Notes at Convenience
In a statement issued today, the Reserve Bank of India has said that consequent to the withdrawal of Legal Tender Character of existing ₹ 500 and ₹ 1000 Bank Notes, it has made arrangements to distribute the notes in new ₹ 2000 and other denominations across the country. There is enough cash available with banks and all arrangements have been made to reach the currency notes all over the country. Bank branches have already started exchanging notes since November 10, 2
In a statement issued today, the Reserve Bank of India has said that consequent to the withdrawal of Legal Tender Character of existing ₹ 500 and ₹ 1000 Bank Notes, it has made arrangements to distribute the notes in new ₹ 2000 and other denominations across the country. There is enough cash available with banks and all arrangements have been made to reach the currency notes all over the country. Bank branches have already started exchanging notes since November 10, 2
நவ. 10, 2016
Payment Systems to remain open on Saturday, November 12 and Sunday, November 13, 2016
Consequent to the banks being open for public transactions on Saturday, November 12 and Sunday, November 13, 2016, it has been decided that Payment Systems (RTGS, NEFT, Cheque Clearing, Repo, CBLO and Call markets) shall remain open on Saturday, November 12 and Sunday, November 13, 2016. All participants/member banks are advised to facilitate operations on the above payment systems for their customers on November 12 and 13, 2016 as on regular working days. Banks may g
Consequent to the banks being open for public transactions on Saturday, November 12 and Sunday, November 13, 2016, it has been decided that Payment Systems (RTGS, NEFT, Cheque Clearing, Repo, CBLO and Call markets) shall remain open on Saturday, November 12 and Sunday, November 13, 2016. All participants/member banks are advised to facilitate operations on the above payment systems for their customers on November 12 and 13, 2016 as on regular working days. Banks may g
நவ. 09, 2016
Banks to remain open for public on Saturday, November 12 and Sunday, November 13, 2016
All scheduled and non-scheduled banks, including public, private, foreign, cooperative, regional rural and local area banks, will remain open for public on Saturday, November 12 and Sunday, November 13, 2016. Banks are advised to keep all their branches open on November 12 and 13, 2016 as regular working days for transacting all business. Banks may give due publicity about availability of banking services on these days. Alpana Killawala Principal Adviser Press Release
All scheduled and non-scheduled banks, including public, private, foreign, cooperative, regional rural and local area banks, will remain open for public on Saturday, November 12 and Sunday, November 13, 2016. Banks are advised to keep all their branches open on November 12 and 13, 2016 as regular working days for transacting all business. Banks may give due publicity about availability of banking services on these days. Alpana Killawala Principal Adviser Press Release
நவ. 08, 2016
RBI Issues ₹ 500 banknotes inset letter ‘E’ in Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue ₹ 500 denomination banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series with inset letter ‘E’ in both the number panels, bearing the signature of Dr. Urjit R. Patel, Governor, Reserve Bank of India, the year of printing '2016’ and Swachh Bharat Logo printed on the reverse of the Banknote. The new ₹ 500 banknotes are different from the earlier specified bank note (SBN) series in colour, size, theme, location of security features and des
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue ₹ 500 denomination banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series with inset letter ‘E’ in both the number panels, bearing the signature of Dr. Urjit R. Patel, Governor, Reserve Bank of India, the year of printing '2016’ and Swachh Bharat Logo printed on the reverse of the Banknote. The new ₹ 500 banknotes are different from the earlier specified bank note (SBN) series in colour, size, theme, location of security features and des
நவ. 08, 2016
RBI issues ₹ 2000 Banknotes with inset letter ‘R’
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue ₹ 2000 denomination banknotes in the Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series, with the inset letter ‘R’, bearing signature of Dr. Urjit R. Patel, Governor, Reserve Bank of India, and the year of printing '2016' printed on the reverse of the banknote. The design of these notes to be issued now is similar in all respects to the ₹ 2000 banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series which was notified through Press Release No. 1144 dated Novembe
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue ₹ 2000 denomination banknotes in the Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series, with the inset letter ‘R’, bearing signature of Dr. Urjit R. Patel, Governor, Reserve Bank of India, and the year of printing '2016' printed on the reverse of the banknote. The design of these notes to be issued now is similar in all respects to the ₹ 2000 banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series which was notified through Press Release No. 1144 dated Novembe
நவ. 08, 2016
Issue of ₹ 2000 Banknotes: RBI issues ₹ 2000 Banknotes
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue ₹ 2000 denomination banknotes in the Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series, without the inset letter, bearing signature of Dr. Urjit R. Patel, Governor, Reserve Bank of India, and the year of printing '2016' printed on the reverse of the banknote. The new denomination has Motif of Mangalyaan on the reverse, depicting the country’s first venture into the interplanetary space. The base colour of the note is magenta. The note has other
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue ₹ 2000 denomination banknotes in the Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series, without the inset letter, bearing signature of Dr. Urjit R. Patel, Governor, Reserve Bank of India, and the year of printing '2016' printed on the reverse of the banknote. The new denomination has Motif of Mangalyaan on the reverse, depicting the country’s first venture into the interplanetary space. The base colour of the note is magenta. The note has other
நவ. 08, 2016
Banks closed for public on November 9, 2016
All scheduled and non-scheduled banks, including public, private, foreign, cooperative, regional rural and local area banks, will remain closed for public on Wednesday, November 9, 2016. Alpana Killawala Principal Adviser Press Release : 2016-2017/1143
All scheduled and non-scheduled banks, including public, private, foreign, cooperative, regional rural and local area banks, will remain closed for public on Wednesday, November 9, 2016. Alpana Killawala Principal Adviser Press Release : 2016-2017/1143
நவ. 08, 2016
Withdrawal of Legal Tender Status for ₹ 500 and ₹ 1000 Notes: RBI Notice
Government of India vide their Notification no. 2652 dated November 8, 2016 have withdrawn the Legal Tender status of ₹ 500 and ₹ 1,000 denominations of banknotes of the Mahatma Gandhi Series issued by the Reserve Bank of India till November 8, 2016. This is necessitated to tackle counterfeiting Indian banknotes, to effectively nullify black money hoarded in cash and curb funding of terrorism with fake notes. Starting from November 10, 2016, members of public/corporat
Government of India vide their Notification no. 2652 dated November 8, 2016 have withdrawn the Legal Tender status of ₹ 500 and ₹ 1,000 denominations of banknotes of the Mahatma Gandhi Series issued by the Reserve Bank of India till November 8, 2016. This is necessitated to tackle counterfeiting Indian banknotes, to effectively nullify black money hoarded in cash and curb funding of terrorism with fake notes. Starting from November 10, 2016, members of public/corporat
நவ. 01, 2016
RBI opens second Office of the Banking Ombudsman at New Delhi
Considering the significant increase in banking network during the recent past and the large jurisdiction being covered by the present Office of the Banking Ombudsman, New Delhi, the Reserve Bank has set up the second office of the Banking Ombudsman at Reserve Bank of India, New Delhi. The first office of the Banking Ombudsman at Reserve Bank of India, New Delhi will have the jurisdiction over Delhi and Jammu and Kashmir, whereas the second office of the Banking Ombud
Considering the significant increase in banking network during the recent past and the large jurisdiction being covered by the present Office of the Banking Ombudsman, New Delhi, the Reserve Bank has set up the second office of the Banking Ombudsman at Reserve Bank of India, New Delhi. The first office of the Banking Ombudsman at Reserve Bank of India, New Delhi will have the jurisdiction over Delhi and Jammu and Kashmir, whereas the second office of the Banking Ombud
அக். 28, 2016
RBI imposes penalty on The Devi Gayatri Co-operative Urban Bank Ltd., Hyderabad, Telangana
The Reserve Bank of India has imposed a monetary penalty of ₹1.00 lakh (Rupees one lakh only) on The Devi Gayatri Co-operative Urban Bank Ltd., Hyderabad, Telangana, in exercise of the powers vested in it under the provisions of Section 47A (1) (b) read with Section 46 (4) of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (As Applicable to Co-operative Societies), for violation of Reserve Bank of India directives and guidelines on loans and advances to directors and their relatives
The Reserve Bank of India has imposed a monetary penalty of ₹1.00 lakh (Rupees one lakh only) on The Devi Gayatri Co-operative Urban Bank Ltd., Hyderabad, Telangana, in exercise of the powers vested in it under the provisions of Section 47A (1) (b) read with Section 46 (4) of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (As Applicable to Co-operative Societies), for violation of Reserve Bank of India directives and guidelines on loans and advances to directors and their relatives
அக். 26, 2016
RBI cancels Certificate of Registration of 3 NBFCs
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has cancelled the certificate of registration of the following three non-banking financial companies (NBFCs) in exercise of the powers conferred on it under Section 45-IA (6) of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934. Sr. No. Name of the Company Registered Office Address CoR No. Issued On Cancellation Order Date 1. M/s Barkha Financiers Limited 105, First Floor, Opposite Police Station, T.P. Nagar, Baghpat Road, Meerut – 250002 (Uttar Prad
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has cancelled the certificate of registration of the following three non-banking financial companies (NBFCs) in exercise of the powers conferred on it under Section 45-IA (6) of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934. Sr. No. Name of the Company Registered Office Address CoR No. Issued On Cancellation Order Date 1. M/s Barkha Financiers Limited 105, First Floor, Opposite Police Station, T.P. Nagar, Baghpat Road, Meerut – 250002 (Uttar Prad
அக். 26, 2016
RBI cancels Certificate of Registration of 7 NBFCs
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has cancelled the certificate of registration of the following non-banking financial companies (NBFCs). The Reserve Bank, in exercise of the powers conferred on it under Section 45-IA (6) of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934. Sr. No. Name of the Company Registered Office Address CoR No. Issued On Cancellation Order Date 1 M/s Lipi Finstock Limited P-41, Princip Street, 6th Floor, Kolkata – 700072 (West Bengal) B-14.02406 June 01, 2007
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has cancelled the certificate of registration of the following non-banking financial companies (NBFCs). The Reserve Bank, in exercise of the powers conferred on it under Section 45-IA (6) of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934. Sr. No. Name of the Company Registered Office Address CoR No. Issued On Cancellation Order Date 1 M/s Lipi Finstock Limited P-41, Princip Street, 6th Floor, Kolkata – 700072 (West Bengal) B-14.02406 June 01, 2007
அக். 20, 2016
RBI imposes penalty on Credit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank (India)
The Reserve Bank of India has imposed a penalty of ₹ 10 million on Credit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank (India) in exercise of the powers vested with it under the provisions of Section 47 (A) (1) (c) read with Section 46(4) (i) of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 for contravention of the provisions of Section 6 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949. The bank was involved in providing a host of services to and earning fees from its outsourcing agency Credit Agri
The Reserve Bank of India has imposed a penalty of ₹ 10 million on Credit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank (India) in exercise of the powers vested with it under the provisions of Section 47 (A) (1) (c) read with Section 46(4) (i) of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 for contravention of the provisions of Section 6 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949. The bank was involved in providing a host of services to and earning fees from its outsourcing agency Credit Agri
அக். 19, 2016
RBI imposes penalty on The Tumkur Veerashaiva Co-operative Bank Ltd.,Tumkur, Karnataka
The Reserve Bank of India has imposed a monetary penalty of ₹ 10.00 lakh (Rupees Ten lakh only) on Tumkur Veerashaiva Cooperative Bank Ltd., Tumkur, Karnataka, in exercise of the powers vested in it under the provisions of Section 47 A (1) (b) read with Section 46 (4) of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (As applicable to Co-operative Societies) for violating Reserve Bank of India’s instructions/ guidelines contained in circular dated April 11, 2005 prohibiting payment
The Reserve Bank of India has imposed a monetary penalty of ₹ 10.00 lakh (Rupees Ten lakh only) on Tumkur Veerashaiva Cooperative Bank Ltd., Tumkur, Karnataka, in exercise of the powers vested in it under the provisions of Section 47 A (1) (b) read with Section 46 (4) of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (As applicable to Co-operative Societies) for violating Reserve Bank of India’s instructions/ guidelines contained in circular dated April 11, 2005 prohibiting payment
அக். 18, 2016
Registrations open for NCFE’s NFLAT (National Financial Literacy Assessment Test)
Registrations for National Centre for Financial Education(NCFE)’s National Financial Literacy Assessment Test (NFLAT) have started from October 15, 2016. The National Institute of Securities Markets (NISM), Navi Mumbai, has invited all school students from classes VI to X to participate in the National Financial Literacy Assessment Test (NCFE-NFLAT 2016-17). The test will be conducted online (within the school with adequate IT infrastructure and internet connectivity)
Registrations for National Centre for Financial Education(NCFE)’s National Financial Literacy Assessment Test (NFLAT) have started from October 15, 2016. The National Institute of Securities Markets (NISM), Navi Mumbai, has invited all school students from classes VI to X to participate in the National Financial Literacy Assessment Test (NCFE-NFLAT 2016-17). The test will be conducted online (within the school with adequate IT infrastructure and internet connectivity)
அக். 14, 2016
RBI cancels Certificate of Registration of NBFC
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has cancelled the certificate of registration of the following non-banking financial company (NBFC) in exercise of the powers conferred on it under Section 45-IA (6) of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934. Sr. No. Name of the Company Office Address CoR No. Issued On Cancellation Order Date 1. M/s Comfort Intech Limited 106, Avkar, Algani Nagar, Kalarla, Daman-396210 B-01.00419 June 25, 2002 September 28, 2016 As such, the above company
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has cancelled the certificate of registration of the following non-banking financial company (NBFC) in exercise of the powers conferred on it under Section 45-IA (6) of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934. Sr. No. Name of the Company Office Address CoR No. Issued On Cancellation Order Date 1. M/s Comfort Intech Limited 106, Avkar, Algani Nagar, Kalarla, Daman-396210 B-01.00419 June 25, 2002 September 28, 2016 As such, the above company
அக். 14, 2016
NBFC surrender its Certificate of Registration to RBI
The following NBFC has surrendered the Certificate of Registration granted to it by the Reserve Bank of India. The Reserve Bank of India, in exercise of powers conferred on it under Section 45-IA (6) of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934, has therefore cancelled its Certificate of Registration. Sr. No. Name of the Company Office Address CoR No. Issued On Cancellation Order Date 1. M/s Madhu Muskan Leasing and Financing Private Limited C-5/33, S.D.A., New Delhi-110016
The following NBFC has surrendered the Certificate of Registration granted to it by the Reserve Bank of India. The Reserve Bank of India, in exercise of powers conferred on it under Section 45-IA (6) of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934, has therefore cancelled its Certificate of Registration. Sr. No. Name of the Company Office Address CoR No. Issued On Cancellation Order Date 1. M/s Madhu Muskan Leasing and Financing Private Limited C-5/33, S.D.A., New Delhi-110016
அக். 14, 2016
RBI issues Directions to United India Co-operative Bank Ltd., Nagina, Bijnor, Uttar Pradesh - Withdrawal of Directions
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) had issued directions under Section 35A read with Section 56 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (AACS) to United India Co-operative Bank Ltd., Nagina, Bijnor, Uttar Pradesh vide directive dated July 08, 2015. The Directions were extended from time to time and the last such Directive dated March 30, 2016, are currently valid upto October 14, 2016. Reserve Bank, on being satisfied that in the public interest it is necessary to do so, in
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) had issued directions under Section 35A read with Section 56 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (AACS) to United India Co-operative Bank Ltd., Nagina, Bijnor, Uttar Pradesh vide directive dated July 08, 2015. The Directions were extended from time to time and the last such Directive dated March 30, 2016, are currently valid upto October 14, 2016. Reserve Bank, on being satisfied that in the public interest it is necessary to do so, in
அக். 14, 2016
RBI extends validity of Directions issued to the HCBL Co-operative Bank Ltd., Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh till April 15, 2017
The Reserve Bank of India has extended directions issued to the HCBL Co-operative Bank Ltd., Lucknow for a further period of six months from October 16, 2016 to April 15, 2017, subject to review. The bank had been under directions since the close of business on April 16, 2015 vide directive dated April 10, 2015 issued under Section 35A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (AACS). The aforesaid directive was modified and its validity extended upto October 15, 2016. The
The Reserve Bank of India has extended directions issued to the HCBL Co-operative Bank Ltd., Lucknow for a further period of six months from October 16, 2016 to April 15, 2017, subject to review. The bank had been under directions since the close of business on April 16, 2015 vide directive dated April 10, 2015 issued under Section 35A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (AACS). The aforesaid directive was modified and its validity extended upto October 15, 2016. The
அக். 13, 2016
RBI extend Directions Jamkhed Merchants Co-operative Bank Ltd., Jamkhed, Ahmednagar, Maharashtra
The Reserve Bank of India, notified that Jamkhed Merchants Co-operative Bank Ltd., Ahmednagar, Maharashtra, was placed under directions for a period of six months vide directive dated April 07, 2016 from the close of business on April 12, 2016. The validity of the directions is extended for a period of six months from October 13, 2016 to April 12, 2017 vide directive dated October 06, 2016, subject to review. Reserve Bank of India, in exercise of the powers vested in
The Reserve Bank of India, notified that Jamkhed Merchants Co-operative Bank Ltd., Ahmednagar, Maharashtra, was placed under directions for a period of six months vide directive dated April 07, 2016 from the close of business on April 12, 2016. The validity of the directions is extended for a period of six months from October 13, 2016 to April 12, 2017 vide directive dated October 06, 2016, subject to review. Reserve Bank of India, in exercise of the powers vested in
அக். 06, 2016
Report of the Internal Working Group (IWG) on Rationalisation of Branch Authorisation Policy
The Reserve Bank of India today placed on its website, the Report of the Internal Working Group (IWG) on Rationalisation of Branch Authorisation Policy (Chair: Smt. Lily Vadera, Chief General Manager, Department of Banking Regulation). Suggestions/comments, if any, on the recommendations contained in the Report, may be sent by email on or before November 5, 2016. Recommendations The thrust of the recommendations is to facilitate financial inclusion by ensuring availab
The Reserve Bank of India today placed on its website, the Report of the Internal Working Group (IWG) on Rationalisation of Branch Authorisation Policy (Chair: Smt. Lily Vadera, Chief General Manager, Department of Banking Regulation). Suggestions/comments, if any, on the recommendations contained in the Report, may be sent by email on or before November 5, 2016. Recommendations The thrust of the recommendations is to facilitate financial inclusion by ensuring availab
அக். 05, 2016
RBI extend Directions Gokul Co-operative Urban Bank Ltd., Secunderabad till April 04, 2017
The Reserve Bank of India is satisfied that in the interest of the public, it is necessary to extend the validity of the Directives issued to Gokul Co-operative Urban Bank Ltd., Secunderabad, for a further period of six months. Accordingly, the Reserve Bank of India, in exercise of the powers vested in it under sub-section (1) of Section 35A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (As Applicable to Co-operative Societies) has directed that the Directives issued to Gokul C
The Reserve Bank of India is satisfied that in the interest of the public, it is necessary to extend the validity of the Directives issued to Gokul Co-operative Urban Bank Ltd., Secunderabad, for a further period of six months. Accordingly, the Reserve Bank of India, in exercise of the powers vested in it under sub-section (1) of Section 35A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (As Applicable to Co-operative Societies) has directed that the Directives issued to Gokul C
அக். 05, 2016
RBI extends validity of the Directions issued to the Mercantile Urban Co-operative Bank Ltd., Meerut, Uttar Pradesh
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has extended the Directions issued to the Mercantile Urban Co-operative Bank Ltd., Meerut for a further period of six months from October 06, 2016 to April 05, 2017, subject to review. The bank has been under directions since October 06, 2015 vide directive dated September 30, 2015 issued under sub-section (1) of Section 35A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (AACS). The aforesaid directive had been modified / its validity extended vid
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has extended the Directions issued to the Mercantile Urban Co-operative Bank Ltd., Meerut for a further period of six months from October 06, 2016 to April 05, 2017, subject to review. The bank has been under directions since October 06, 2015 vide directive dated September 30, 2015 issued under sub-section (1) of Section 35A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (AACS). The aforesaid directive had been modified / its validity extended vid
அக். 03, 2016
RBI extends Directions issued to Shri Sai Urban Co-operative Bank Ltd., Mukhed Dist.Nanded, Maharashtra till December 31, 2016
The Reserve Bank of India has extended Directions issued to Shri Sai Urban Co-operative Bank Ltd., Mukhed, Dist. Nanded (Maharashtra) for a further period of three months from the close of business as on September 30, 2016 to December 31, 2016, subject to review. The bank was under directions since July 01, 2015. The directions were earlier extended for nine months on two occasions. The Directions were imposed in exercise of powers vested in the Reserve Bank under sub
The Reserve Bank of India has extended Directions issued to Shri Sai Urban Co-operative Bank Ltd., Mukhed, Dist. Nanded (Maharashtra) for a further period of three months from the close of business as on September 30, 2016 to December 31, 2016, subject to review. The bank was under directions since July 01, 2015. The directions were earlier extended for nine months on two occasions. The Directions were imposed in exercise of powers vested in the Reserve Bank under sub
செப். 30, 2016
Applicable Average Base Rate to be charged by NBFC-MFIs for the Quarter Beginning October 01, 2016
The Reserve Bank of India has today communicated that the applicable average base rate to be charged by Non-Banking Financial Company – Micro Finance Institutions (NBFC-MFIs) to their borrowers for the quarter beginning October 01, 2016 will be 9.44 per cent. It may be recalled that the Reserve Bank had, in its circular dated February 7, 2014, issued to NBFC-MFIs regarding pricing of credit, stated that it will, on the last working day of every quarter, advise the ave
The Reserve Bank of India has today communicated that the applicable average base rate to be charged by Non-Banking Financial Company – Micro Finance Institutions (NBFC-MFIs) to their borrowers for the quarter beginning October 01, 2016 will be 9.44 per cent. It may be recalled that the Reserve Bank had, in its circular dated February 7, 2014, issued to NBFC-MFIs regarding pricing of credit, stated that it will, on the last working day of every quarter, advise the ave
செப். 27, 2016
RBI imposes penalty on The Deola Merchants Co-operative Bank Ltd., Deola, Dist. Nashik
The Reserve Bank of India has imposed a monetary penalty of ₹ 1.00 lakh (Rupees One Lakh only) on The Deola Merchants Co-operative Bank Ltd., Deola, Dist. Nashik in exercise of the powers vested in it under the provisions of Section 47A(1)(b) read with Section 46(4) of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (As applicable to Co-operative Societies), for violation of the instructions / guidelines of the Reserve Bank of India relating to submission of false compliance regardi
The Reserve Bank of India has imposed a monetary penalty of ₹ 1.00 lakh (Rupees One Lakh only) on The Deola Merchants Co-operative Bank Ltd., Deola, Dist. Nashik in exercise of the powers vested in it under the provisions of Section 47A(1)(b) read with Section 46(4) of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (As applicable to Co-operative Societies), for violation of the instructions / guidelines of the Reserve Bank of India relating to submission of false compliance regardi
செப். 26, 2016
RBI imposes penalty on Shivam Sahakari Bank Limited, Kolhapur
The Reserve Bank of India has imposed a monetary penalty of ₹ 2.00 lakh (Rupees two Lakh only) on Shivam Sahakari Bank Limited, Kolhapur in exercise of the powers vested in it under the provisions of Section 47A(1)(b) read with Section 46(4) of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (As applicable to Co-operative Societies), for violations of the instructions / guidelines of the Reserve Bank of India relating to Area of Operation and Know Your Customer (KYC)/Anti-Money Laun
The Reserve Bank of India has imposed a monetary penalty of ₹ 2.00 lakh (Rupees two Lakh only) on Shivam Sahakari Bank Limited, Kolhapur in exercise of the powers vested in it under the provisions of Section 47A(1)(b) read with Section 46(4) of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (As applicable to Co-operative Societies), for violations of the instructions / guidelines of the Reserve Bank of India relating to Area of Operation and Know Your Customer (KYC)/Anti-Money Laun
செப். 26, 2016
RBI imposes penalty on The Needs of Life Co-operative Bank Ltd, Mumbai
The Reserve Bank of India has imposed a monetary penalty of ₹ 5.00 lakh (Rupees Five Lakh only) on The Needs of Life Co-operative Bank Ltd, Fort, Mumbai in exercise of the powers vested in it under the provisions of Section 47A(1)(b) read with Section 46(4) of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (As applicable to Co-operative Societies), for violations of the directives / guidelines of the Reserve Bank of India relating to members holding paid up share capital limit in e
The Reserve Bank of India has imposed a monetary penalty of ₹ 5.00 lakh (Rupees Five Lakh only) on The Needs of Life Co-operative Bank Ltd, Fort, Mumbai in exercise of the powers vested in it under the provisions of Section 47A(1)(b) read with Section 46(4) of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (As applicable to Co-operative Societies), for violations of the directives / guidelines of the Reserve Bank of India relating to members holding paid up share capital limit in e
செப். 26, 2016
RBI issues Directions to The R S Co-operative Bank Ltd., Mumbai, Maharashtra
The R S Co-operative Bank Ltd, Mumbai, Maharashtra, was placed under directions for a period of six months vide directive dated June 24, 2015 from the close of business on June 26, 2015. The validity of the directions was extended on December 21, 2015 for a period of six months from December 25, 2015 and further for a period of three months from June 26, 2016 on June 22, 2016. Besides the withdrawal, limits were relaxed from ₹ 1,000/- to ₹ 10,000/- on August 11, 2016.
The R S Co-operative Bank Ltd, Mumbai, Maharashtra, was placed under directions for a period of six months vide directive dated June 24, 2015 from the close of business on June 26, 2015. The validity of the directions was extended on December 21, 2015 for a period of six months from December 25, 2015 and further for a period of three months from June 26, 2016 on June 22, 2016. Besides the withdrawal, limits were relaxed from ₹ 1,000/- to ₹ 10,000/- on August 11, 2016.
செப். 23, 2016
RBI issues Directions to Maratha Sahakari Bank Ltd., Mumbai, Maharashtra - Relaxation in payment of deposit
Maratha Sahakari Bank Ltd., Mumbai, was placed under directions for a period of six months vide directive dated August 31, 2016 from the close of business on August 31, 2016. In terms of the said directions, among other conditions, a sum not exceeding ₹ 1,000/- of the total balance in every savings bank or current account or any other deposit account by whatever name called was allowed to be withdrawn by a depositor. The Reserve Bank of India, in exercise of the power
Maratha Sahakari Bank Ltd., Mumbai, was placed under directions for a period of six months vide directive dated August 31, 2016 from the close of business on August 31, 2016. In terms of the said directions, among other conditions, a sum not exceeding ₹ 1,000/- of the total balance in every savings bank or current account or any other deposit account by whatever name called was allowed to be withdrawn by a depositor. The Reserve Bank of India, in exercise of the power
செப். 23, 2016
2 NBFCs surrender their Certificate of Registration to RBI
The following NBFCs have surrendered the Certificate of Registration granted to them by the Reserve Bank of India. The Reserve Bank of India, in exercise of powers conferred on it under Section 45-IA (6) of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934, has therefore cancelled their Certificate of Registration. Sr. No. Name of the Company Office Address CoR No. Issued On Cancellation Order Date 1. M/s Das Securities Limited 201, Anarkali Bazar, Jhandewalan Extension, New Delhi
The following NBFCs have surrendered the Certificate of Registration granted to them by the Reserve Bank of India. The Reserve Bank of India, in exercise of powers conferred on it under Section 45-IA (6) of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934, has therefore cancelled their Certificate of Registration. Sr. No. Name of the Company Office Address CoR No. Issued On Cancellation Order Date 1. M/s Das Securities Limited 201, Anarkali Bazar, Jhandewalan Extension, New Delhi
செப். 23, 2016
RBI cancels Certificate of Registration of 2 NBFCs
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has cancelled the certificate of registration of the following non-banking financial companies (NBFCs) in exercise of the powers conferred on it under Section 45-IA (6) of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934. Sr. No. Name of the Company Office Address CoR No. Issued On Cancellation Order Date 1. M/s S.P. Global Finance and Investment Private Limited (Formerly Latur Finance and Investment Private Limited) Shop No. 15, City Arcade, Opp. P
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has cancelled the certificate of registration of the following non-banking financial companies (NBFCs) in exercise of the powers conferred on it under Section 45-IA (6) of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934. Sr. No. Name of the Company Office Address CoR No. Issued On Cancellation Order Date 1. M/s S.P. Global Finance and Investment Private Limited (Formerly Latur Finance and Investment Private Limited) Shop No. 15, City Arcade, Opp. P
செப். 23, 2016
Issue of ₹ 20 banknotes without inset letter, with numerals in ascending size in number panels and without intaglio printing
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue ₹ 20 denomination banknotes in the Mahatma Gandhi Series-2005, without inset letter in both the number panels, bearing signature of Dr. Raghuram G.Rajan, Governor , Reserve Bank of India, and the year of printing '2016' printed on the reverse of the banknote. The design and security features of these banknotes to be issued now is similar to the ₹ 20 banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi Series- 2005 issued recently with the ascending
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue ₹ 20 denomination banknotes in the Mahatma Gandhi Series-2005, without inset letter in both the number panels, bearing signature of Dr. Raghuram G.Rajan, Governor , Reserve Bank of India, and the year of printing '2016' printed on the reverse of the banknote. The design and security features of these banknotes to be issued now is similar to the ₹ 20 banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi Series- 2005 issued recently with the ascending
செப். 23, 2016
Issue of ₹ 50 banknotes without inset letter, with numerals in ascending size in number panels, and without intaglio printing
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue ₹ 50 denomination banknotes in the Mahatma Gandhi Series-2005, without inset letter in both the number panels, bearing signature of Dr. Raghuram G. Rajan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India, and the year of printing '2016' printed on the reverse of the banknote. The design and security features of these banknotes will be similar to the banknotes of ₹ 50 denomination with the ascending font of numerals in both the number panels
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue ₹ 50 denomination banknotes in the Mahatma Gandhi Series-2005, without inset letter in both the number panels, bearing signature of Dr. Raghuram G. Rajan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India, and the year of printing '2016' printed on the reverse of the banknote. The design and security features of these banknotes will be similar to the banknotes of ₹ 50 denomination with the ascending font of numerals in both the number panels
செப். 22, 2016
Sovereign Gold Bonds, 2016-17 Series II
The Reserve Bank of India, in consultation with Government of India, had notified the issuance of Sovereign Gold Bonds, 2016-17 Series II vide IDMD.CDD.No.462/14.04.050/2016-17 and IDMD.CDD.No.463/14.04.050/2016-17. The fifth tranche of Sovereign Gold Bonds was open for subscription from September 01, 2016 to September 09, 2016. The bonds were to be issued on September 23, 2016. Large number of applications have been received by banks and post offices. To enable smoot
The Reserve Bank of India, in consultation with Government of India, had notified the issuance of Sovereign Gold Bonds, 2016-17 Series II vide IDMD.CDD.No.462/14.04.050/2016-17 and IDMD.CDD.No.463/14.04.050/2016-17. The fifth tranche of Sovereign Gold Bonds was open for subscription from September 01, 2016 to September 09, 2016. The bonds were to be issued on September 23, 2016. Large number of applications have been received by banks and post offices. To enable smoot
செப். 19, 2016
RBI imposes penalty on Nagarik Samabay Bank Ltd., Guwahati
The Reserve Bank of India has imposed a monetary penalty of ₹ 1.00 lakh (Rupees one lakh only) on the Nagarik Samabay Bank Ltd., Guwahati in exercise of the powers vested in it under the provisions of Section 47A (1) (b) read with Section 46(4) of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (As Applicable to Cooperative Societies), for violation of the provisions of para 4 (i) of circular dated September 18, 2002 on Guidelines on Know Your Customers Norms and Cash Transactions r
The Reserve Bank of India has imposed a monetary penalty of ₹ 1.00 lakh (Rupees one lakh only) on the Nagarik Samabay Bank Ltd., Guwahati in exercise of the powers vested in it under the provisions of Section 47A (1) (b) read with Section 46(4) of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (As Applicable to Cooperative Societies), for violation of the provisions of para 4 (i) of circular dated September 18, 2002 on Guidelines on Know Your Customers Norms and Cash Transactions r
செப். 16, 2016
RBI imposes penalty on The Gauhati Co-operative Urban Bank Ltd., Guwahati
The Reserve Bank of India has imposed a monetary penalty of ₹ 1.00 lakh (Rupees one lakh only) on the Gauhati Co-operative Urban Bank Ltd., Guwahati in exercise of the powers vested in it under the provisions of Section 47A (1) (b) read with Section 46(4) of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (As Applicable to Cooperative Societies), for violation of the provisions of para 4 (i) of circular dated September 18, 2002 on Guidelines on Know Your Customers Norms and Cash Tra
The Reserve Bank of India has imposed a monetary penalty of ₹ 1.00 lakh (Rupees one lakh only) on the Gauhati Co-operative Urban Bank Ltd., Guwahati in exercise of the powers vested in it under the provisions of Section 47A (1) (b) read with Section 46(4) of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (As Applicable to Cooperative Societies), for violation of the provisions of para 4 (i) of circular dated September 18, 2002 on Guidelines on Know Your Customers Norms and Cash Tra
செப். 16, 2016
RBI cancels Certificate of Registration of 2 NBFCs
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has cancelled the certificate of registration of the following non-banking financial companies (NBFCs) in exercise of the powers conferred on it under Section 45-IA (6) of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934. Sr. No. Name of the Company Office Address CoR No. Issued On Cancellation Order Date 1. M/s Chandel Hire Purchase Pvt. Ltd. Hameer Singh Nagar, Unnav Road, Datia (Madhya Pradesh) - 475335 B.06.00435 January 19, 2001 August 05, 2016
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has cancelled the certificate of registration of the following non-banking financial companies (NBFCs) in exercise of the powers conferred on it under Section 45-IA (6) of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934. Sr. No. Name of the Company Office Address CoR No. Issued On Cancellation Order Date 1. M/s Chandel Hire Purchase Pvt. Ltd. Hameer Singh Nagar, Unnav Road, Datia (Madhya Pradesh) - 475335 B.06.00435 January 19, 2001 August 05, 2016
செப். 16, 2016
3 NBFCs surrender their Certificate of Registration to RBI
The following NBFCs have surrendered the Certificate of Registration granted to them by the Reserve Bank of India. The Reserve Bank of India, in exercise of powers conferred on it under Section 45-IA (6) of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934, has therefore cancelled their Certificate of Registration. Sr. No. Name of the Company Office Address CoR No. Issued On Cancellation Order Date 1. M/s Shringarika Finance & Leasing Private Limited C-8, East of Kailash, New D
The following NBFCs have surrendered the Certificate of Registration granted to them by the Reserve Bank of India. The Reserve Bank of India, in exercise of powers conferred on it under Section 45-IA (6) of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934, has therefore cancelled their Certificate of Registration. Sr. No. Name of the Company Office Address CoR No. Issued On Cancellation Order Date 1. M/s Shringarika Finance & Leasing Private Limited C-8, East of Kailash, New D
செப். 11, 2016
RBI issues Directions to Shri Chhatrapati Urban Co-operative Bank Ltd., Pimple Nilakh, District - Pune, Maharashtra
The Reserve Bank of India notified that Shri Chhatrapati Urban Co-operative Bank Ltd., Pimple Nilakh, District - Pune, Maharashtra was placed under directions for a period of six months vide directive dated September 10, 2014 from the close of business on September 12, 2014. The validity of the aforesaid directive was further extended for a period of six months vide order dated March 04, 2015; for a period of three months vide order No dated September 1, 2015; for a p
The Reserve Bank of India notified that Shri Chhatrapati Urban Co-operative Bank Ltd., Pimple Nilakh, District - Pune, Maharashtra was placed under directions for a period of six months vide directive dated September 10, 2014 from the close of business on September 12, 2014. The validity of the aforesaid directive was further extended for a period of six months vide order dated March 04, 2015; for a period of three months vide order No dated September 1, 2015; for a p
செப். 09, 2016
RBI issues Directions to Nashik Zilla Girna Sahakari Bank Ltd., Nashik, Maharashtra
The Reserve Bank of India notified that Nashik Zilla Girna Sahakari Bank Ltd., Nashik, Maharashtra, was placed under directions for a period of six months vide directive dated September 8, 2015 from the close of business on September 9, 2015. The validity of the directions was extended vide directive dated March 03, 2016 for a period of six months. It is hereby notified for the information of the public that the period of operation of the directive dated September 8,
The Reserve Bank of India notified that Nashik Zilla Girna Sahakari Bank Ltd., Nashik, Maharashtra, was placed under directions for a period of six months vide directive dated September 8, 2015 from the close of business on September 9, 2015. The validity of the directions was extended vide directive dated March 03, 2016 for a period of six months. It is hereby notified for the information of the public that the period of operation of the directive dated September 8,
செப். 07, 2016
RBI extends validity of the Directions issued to the Indian Mercantile Co-operative Bank Ltd., Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has extended the Directions issued to the Indian Mercantile Co-operative Bank Ltd., Lucknow for a further period of six months from September 12, 2016 to March 11, 2017, subject to review. The bank has been under directions since June 12, 2014 vide directive dated June 4, 2014 issued under sub-section (1) of Section 35A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (AACS). The aforesaid directive has been modified / its validity extended vide RBI
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has extended the Directions issued to the Indian Mercantile Co-operative Bank Ltd., Lucknow for a further period of six months from September 12, 2016 to March 11, 2017, subject to review. The bank has been under directions since June 12, 2014 vide directive dated June 4, 2014 issued under sub-section (1) of Section 35A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (AACS). The aforesaid directive has been modified / its validity extended vide RBI
செப். 06, 2016
RBI extend Directions to The Vaish Co-operative Commercial Bank Ltd., New Delhi till March 08, 2017
The Reserve Bank of India, in exercise of powers vested in it under sub-section (1) and (2) of Section 35A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (As Applicable to Co-operative Societies), hereby directs that the Directives dated August 28, 2015 issued to The Vaish Co-operative Commercial Bank Ltd., New Delhi, as modified on February 25, 2016, the validity of which was last extended up to September 08, 2016, shall continue to apply to the bank for a further period of six
The Reserve Bank of India, in exercise of powers vested in it under sub-section (1) and (2) of Section 35A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (As Applicable to Co-operative Societies), hereby directs that the Directives dated August 28, 2015 issued to The Vaish Co-operative Commercial Bank Ltd., New Delhi, as modified on February 25, 2016, the validity of which was last extended up to September 08, 2016, shall continue to apply to the bank for a further period of six
செப். 01, 2016
RBI issues Directions to Maratha Sahakari Bank Ltd., Mumbai, Maharashtra
It is hereby notified for information of the public that in exercise of powers vested in it under sub section (1) of Section 35A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (As Applicable to Co-operative Societies) read with Section 56 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949, the Reserve Bank of India has issued certain Directions to Maratha Sahakari Bank Ltd., Mumbai, Maharashtra, whereby, from the close of business on August 31, 2016 the aforesaid bank shall not, without prior
It is hereby notified for information of the public that in exercise of powers vested in it under sub section (1) of Section 35A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (As Applicable to Co-operative Societies) read with Section 56 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949, the Reserve Bank of India has issued certain Directions to Maratha Sahakari Bank Ltd., Mumbai, Maharashtra, whereby, from the close of business on August 31, 2016 the aforesaid bank shall not, without prior
ஆக. 04, 2016
RBI Governor launches Website 'सचेत' to curb Illegal Collection of Deposits
“Initiating quick follow up and taking cases to logical conclusion by punishing the guilty is paramount to deter entities in future from carrying out unlawful activity. I hope ‘Sachet’ would help regulators in doing this as much as it would help members of public in depositing their hard earned money with genuine entities by giving them timely information about these entities.” Dr. Raghuram G. Rajan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India said this today while launching ‘Sac
“Initiating quick follow up and taking cases to logical conclusion by punishing the guilty is paramount to deter entities in future from carrying out unlawful activity. I hope ‘Sachet’ would help regulators in doing this as much as it would help members of public in depositing their hard earned money with genuine entities by giving them timely information about these entities.” Dr. Raghuram G. Rajan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India said this today while launching ‘Sac
மார். 04, 2016
Report of the Committee to Recommend Measures for Curbing Mis-selling and Rationalising Distribution Incentives in Financial Products
Based on the recommendations of the Financial Stability and Development Council (FSDC) Sub-committee, Government of India had set up a Committee under the Chairmanship of Shri Sumit Bose, Former Union Finance Secretary with the following terms of reference: The Committee would study the prevailing incentive structure among various financial investment products taking into account the historical evolution of such a structure in India and globally and also the different
Based on the recommendations of the Financial Stability and Development Council (FSDC) Sub-committee, Government of India had set up a Committee under the Chairmanship of Shri Sumit Bose, Former Union Finance Secretary with the following terms of reference: The Committee would study the prevailing incentive structure among various financial investment products taking into account the historical evolution of such a structure in India and globally and also the different
பிப். 16, 2016
RBI to review Banks' Culture towards Customer Service
Photograph The Reserve Bank of India will soon undertake incognito visits to bank branches to check culture towards customer complaints in banks. It will also undertake a review of how banks have implemented Charter of Customer Rights. This was stated by Dr. Raghuram G. Rajan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India. He was inaugurating the Annual Conference of Banking Ombudsmen 2016 held in Thiruvananthapuram on February 15-16, 2016. The Conference was attended by Managing D
Photograph The Reserve Bank of India will soon undertake incognito visits to bank branches to check culture towards customer complaints in banks. It will also undertake a review of how banks have implemented Charter of Customer Rights. This was stated by Dr. Raghuram G. Rajan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India. He was inaugurating the Annual Conference of Banking Ombudsmen 2016 held in Thiruvananthapuram on February 15-16, 2016. The Conference was attended by Managing D
நவ. 26, 2015
Reserve Bank of India releases the Annual Report of the Banking Ombudsman Scheme 2006: 2014-15
The Reserve Bank of India, today, released the Annual Report of the Banking Ombudsman Scheme for the year 2014-2015. The Banking Ombudsman Scheme was established by the Reserve Bank in 1995 to provide speedy solutions to the grievances faced by bank customers. There are 15 Offices of Banking Ombudsmen (BOS) across the country. The report is a synopsis of activities of all the 15 offices of Banking Ombudsman. Highlights of the Report During the year 2014-15, 85,131 com
The Reserve Bank of India, today, released the Annual Report of the Banking Ombudsman Scheme for the year 2014-2015. The Banking Ombudsman Scheme was established by the Reserve Bank in 1995 to provide speedy solutions to the grievances faced by bank customers. There are 15 Offices of Banking Ombudsmen (BOS) across the country. The report is a synopsis of activities of all the 15 offices of Banking Ombudsman. Highlights of the Report During the year 2014-15, 85,131 com
ஜூலை 16, 2015
Inscribing on Bank Notes
It has been brought to the notice of Reserve Bank of India that members of public and institutions write number, name or messages, etc. on the watermark window of banknotes, thus defacing the banknotes. The watermark window has an important security feature which distinguishes it from a counterfeit note. Any defacement on the window will not allow the common man to identify one of the features of a genuine note. The public is, therefore, requested to refrain from doin
It has been brought to the notice of Reserve Bank of India that members of public and institutions write number, name or messages, etc. on the watermark window of banknotes, thus defacing the banknotes. The watermark window has an important security feature which distinguishes it from a counterfeit note. Any defacement on the window will not allow the common man to identify one of the features of a genuine note. The public is, therefore, requested to refrain from doin
மே 11, 2015
RBI advises Banks to appoint Internal Ombudsman
The Reserve Bank of India has advised all public sector banks and some private sector and foreign banks to appoint an internal ombudsman. The internal ombudsman would be designated Chief Customer Service Officer (CCSO), it has stated. The CCSO should not have worked in the bank in which he/she is appointed as CCSO. The Reserve Bank has taken this initiative to further boost the quality of customer service and to ensure that there is undivided attention to resolution o
The Reserve Bank of India has advised all public sector banks and some private sector and foreign banks to appoint an internal ombudsman. The internal ombudsman would be designated Chief Customer Service Officer (CCSO), it has stated. The CCSO should not have worked in the bank in which he/she is appointed as CCSO. The Reserve Bank has taken this initiative to further boost the quality of customer service and to ensure that there is undivided attention to resolution o
ஏப். 11, 2015
RBI cautions on 'All Bank Balance Enquiry' App
It has come to the notice of the Reserve Bank of India that an app (application) is doing rounds on WhatsApp purportedly to facilitate checking of balance in customers' bank accounts. The application has an RBI logo with the title 'All Bank Balance Enquiry No' and has listed several banks with either a mobile number or call centre number. The Reserve Bank wishes to clarify that it has not developed any such application. Members of public are, therefore, advised to use
It has come to the notice of the Reserve Bank of India that an app (application) is doing rounds on WhatsApp purportedly to facilitate checking of balance in customers' bank accounts. The application has an RBI logo with the title 'All Bank Balance Enquiry No' and has listed several banks with either a mobile number or call centre number. The Reserve Bank wishes to clarify that it has not developed any such application. Members of public are, therefore, advised to use
பிப். 12, 2015
Reserve Bank of India releases the Annual Report of the Banking Ombudsman Scheme 2006: 2013-14
The Reserve Bank of India, today, released the Annual Report of the Banking Ombudsman Scheme for the year 2013-2014. The Banking Ombudsman Scheme was established by the Reserve Bank in 1995 to provide speedy solutions to the grievances faced by bank customers. There are 15 Offices of Banking Ombudsmen (BOS) across the country. The report is a synopsis of activities of all the offices of Banking Ombudsman. The Report indicates that compared to last year, there has been
The Reserve Bank of India, today, released the Annual Report of the Banking Ombudsman Scheme for the year 2013-2014. The Banking Ombudsman Scheme was established by the Reserve Bank in 1995 to provide speedy solutions to the grievances faced by bank customers. There are 15 Offices of Banking Ombudsmen (BOS) across the country. The report is a synopsis of activities of all the offices of Banking Ombudsman. The Report indicates that compared to last year, there has been
ஜன. 09, 2015
RBI releases Guidelines on Criteria for Institutions, seeking Financial Assistance from the Depositor Education and Awareness Fund
The Reserve Bank of India released on its website today, the Guidelines on the Criteria for registering institutions, organisations and associations for grant of financial assistance from the Depositor Education and Awareness Fund (Fund). Key features Objectives and Scope of activities: To grant financial assistance to institutions/ organisations/ associations for taking up various activities relating to promoting bank depositors’ education and awareness. Eligible ent
The Reserve Bank of India released on its website today, the Guidelines on the Criteria for registering institutions, organisations and associations for grant of financial assistance from the Depositor Education and Awareness Fund (Fund). Key features Objectives and Scope of activities: To grant financial assistance to institutions/ organisations/ associations for taking up various activities relating to promoting bank depositors’ education and awareness. Eligible ent
ஜன. 01, 2015
RBI cautions Public against Multi Level Marketing Activities
The Reserve Bank of India has cautioned the public against Multi-level Marketing (MLM) activities so that investors do not fall prey to unscrupulous entities. Explaining the functioning of these entities, the Reserve Bank stated that MLM/Chain Marketing/Pyramid Structure schemes promise easy or quick money upon enrolment of members. Income under such schemes majorly comes from enrolling more and more members from whom hefty subscription fees are taken rather than from
The Reserve Bank of India has cautioned the public against Multi-level Marketing (MLM) activities so that investors do not fall prey to unscrupulous entities. Explaining the functioning of these entities, the Reserve Bank stated that MLM/Chain Marketing/Pyramid Structure schemes promise easy or quick money upon enrolment of members. Income under such schemes majorly comes from enrolling more and more members from whom hefty subscription fees are taken rather than from
டிச. 23, 2014
Deposit Pre-2005 Currency Notes in Your Bank Accounts before June 30, 2015: RBI urges Public
Soliciting cooperation from the public in withdrawing these notes from circulation, the Reserve Bank of India has urged them to deposit the old design notes in their bank accounts or exchange them at a bank branch convenient to them. The Reserve Bank of India has stated that the public can do so till June 30, 2015. Earlier, in March 2014, it had set the last date for public to exchange these notes was January 01, 2015. The Reserve Bank has stated that the notes can be
Soliciting cooperation from the public in withdrawing these notes from circulation, the Reserve Bank of India has urged them to deposit the old design notes in their bank accounts or exchange them at a bank branch convenient to them. The Reserve Bank of India has stated that the public can do so till June 30, 2015. Earlier, in March 2014, it had set the last date for public to exchange these notes was January 01, 2015. The Reserve Bank has stated that the notes can be
டிச. 11, 2014
Supervisory College for Punjab National Bank
Photographs The Reserve Bank of India set up the Supervisory College for Punjab National Bank on December 09, 2014 in Mumbai. Shri Chandan Sinha, Executive Director, Reserve Bank of India inaugurated the College. Shri Chandan Sinha in his address stated that the regulatory framework is getting synchronised across jurisdictions on the lines of the Basel framework and regulators are also learning from each-other about the best practices. He further emphasised that super
Photographs The Reserve Bank of India set up the Supervisory College for Punjab National Bank on December 09, 2014 in Mumbai. Shri Chandan Sinha, Executive Director, Reserve Bank of India inaugurated the College. Shri Chandan Sinha in his address stated that the regulatory framework is getting synchronised across jurisdictions on the lines of the Basel framework and regulators are also learning from each-other about the best practices. He further emphasised that super
டிச. 09, 2014
Supervisory College for State Bank of India
Photographs The second Supervisory College for State Bank of India was held in Mumbai on December 08, 2014. Shri S.S. Mundra, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India inaugurated the supervisory college. In his address, Shri Mundra briefly touched upon the set-up of Supervisory Colleges and then presented a bird’s eye view of the banking system in India and the tools for the supervision of commercial banks by RBI. He mentioned that though none of the Indian banks qualif
Photographs The second Supervisory College for State Bank of India was held in Mumbai on December 08, 2014. Shri S.S. Mundra, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India inaugurated the supervisory college. In his address, Shri Mundra briefly touched upon the set-up of Supervisory Colleges and then presented a bird’s eye view of the banking system in India and the tools for the supervision of commercial banks by RBI. He mentioned that though none of the Indian banks qualif
டிச. 03, 2014
RBI releases Charter of Customer Rights
The Reserve Bank of India today released a Charter of Customer Rights, which enshrines broad, overarching principles for protection of bank customers and enunciates the ‘five’ basic rights of bank customers. These are: (i) Right to Fair Treatment; (ii) Right to Transparency; Fair and Honest Dealing; (iii) Right to Suitability; (iv) Right to Privacy; and (v) Right to Grievance Redress and Compensation. The Reserve Bank has also advised the Indian Banks’ Association (IB
The Reserve Bank of India today released a Charter of Customer Rights, which enshrines broad, overarching principles for protection of bank customers and enunciates the ‘five’ basic rights of bank customers. These are: (i) Right to Fair Treatment; (ii) Right to Transparency; Fair and Honest Dealing; (iii) Right to Suitability; (iv) Right to Privacy; and (v) Right to Grievance Redress and Compensation. The Reserve Bank has also advised the Indian Banks’ Association (IB
நவ. 24, 2014
RBI Cautions against Misuse of cancelled NBFC Certificate of Registration
It has come to the notice of the Reserve Bank of India that some entities/imposters, including companies, partnership firms, individuals, etc., are fraudulently impersonating as Non Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) registered with the Reserve Bank of India, by forging the Certificate of Registration cancelled by Reserve Bank of India. It is understood that entities/imposters are promising loans to the needy public at attractive rates and collecting money from them
It has come to the notice of the Reserve Bank of India that some entities/imposters, including companies, partnership firms, individuals, etc., are fraudulently impersonating as Non Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) registered with the Reserve Bank of India, by forging the Certificate of Registration cancelled by Reserve Bank of India. It is understood that entities/imposters are promising loans to the needy public at attractive rates and collecting money from them
நவ. 21, 2014
Credit Card in the name of RBI : RBI cautions Once More about the Newest Kind of Fraud perpetrated in its Name
The Reserve Bank of India today issued one more alert to the public about the newest form of fraud perpetrated in its name - a credit card issued by fraudsters in the name of the Reserve Bank. Explaining the modus operandi, the Reserve Bank stated that the gullible member of the public is sent a credit card which allows withdrawal of money up to a certain limit, albeit a small sum, from a bank account. Having gained the confidence of the victim thus, the fraudster get
The Reserve Bank of India today issued one more alert to the public about the newest form of fraud perpetrated in its name - a credit card issued by fraudsters in the name of the Reserve Bank. Explaining the modus operandi, the Reserve Bank stated that the gullible member of the public is sent a credit card which allows withdrawal of money up to a certain limit, albeit a small sum, from a bank account. Having gained the confidence of the victim thus, the fraudster get
செப். 05, 2014
Supervisory College for ICICI Bank Ltd
The second Supervisory College for ICICI Bank Ltd. was held in Mumbai on September 04, 2014. Shri Harun R. Khan, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India inaugurated the forum. The Reserve Bank of India had set up the first Supervisory College for ICICI Bank Ltd. in December, 2012. Shri Harun R. Khan in his address to the Supervisory College stated that the synergy which was developed among the Supervisors during the first Supervisory College of ICICI Bank Ltd. in Decem
The second Supervisory College for ICICI Bank Ltd. was held in Mumbai on September 04, 2014. Shri Harun R. Khan, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India inaugurated the forum. The Reserve Bank of India had set up the first Supervisory College for ICICI Bank Ltd. in December, 2012. Shri Harun R. Khan in his address to the Supervisory College stated that the synergy which was developed among the Supervisors during the first Supervisory College of ICICI Bank Ltd. in Decem
செப். 03, 2014
RBI sets up Supervisory Colleges for Axis Bank Ltd
The Reserve Bank of India set up the Supervisory College for Axis Bank Ltd. on September 03, 2014 in Mumbai. Shri R Gandhi, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India inaugurated the College. Shri R Gandhi in his address stated that some of the Indian banks have started touching the lives of people and enterprises in overseas jurisdictions and have assumed a certain degree of relevance for the host nations’ economy. It casts upon the Reserve Bank as the home country super
The Reserve Bank of India set up the Supervisory College for Axis Bank Ltd. on September 03, 2014 in Mumbai. Shri R Gandhi, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India inaugurated the College. Shri R Gandhi in his address stated that some of the Indian banks have started touching the lives of people and enterprises in overseas jurisdictions and have assumed a certain degree of relevance for the host nations’ economy. It casts upon the Reserve Bank as the home country super
ஆக. 26, 2014
RBI’s Recent simplified KYC Measures For Public Awareness
The Reserve Bank of India today released a note along with a poster and a booklet comprising a few common questions relating to Know Your Customer (KYC) norms for opening bank accounts. The objective of this is to bring awareness among the general public about the KYC simplification measures taken by the Reserve Bank in the recent times with a view to helping the common man in opening bank accounts. Measures taken for simplification: 1. Single document for proof of id
The Reserve Bank of India today released a note along with a poster and a booklet comprising a few common questions relating to Know Your Customer (KYC) norms for opening bank accounts. The objective of this is to bring awareness among the general public about the KYC simplification measures taken by the Reserve Bank in the recent times with a view to helping the common man in opening bank accounts. Measures taken for simplification: 1. Single document for proof of id
ஆக. 22, 2014
RBI seeks Comments on its Draft Charter of Customer Rights
The Reserve Bank of India today placed on RBI website. (www.rbi.org.in), a draft Charter of Customer Rights comprising five basic customer rights and explanatory notes on each right for public comments. The draft Charter of Customer Rights to deal with entities regulated by the Reserve Bank, has been framed based on global best practices of consumer protection as also discussions and interaction with various stakeholders. The Charter spells out the rights of the custo
The Reserve Bank of India today placed on RBI website. (www.rbi.org.in), a draft Charter of Customer Rights comprising five basic customer rights and explanatory notes on each right for public comments. The draft Charter of Customer Rights to deal with entities regulated by the Reserve Bank, has been framed based on global best practices of consumer protection as also discussions and interaction with various stakeholders. The Charter spells out the rights of the custo
ஆக. 01, 2014
Do Not give Details of Your Bank Account or Credit/Debit Cards on Email/Phone: RBI Warns Public Again on Phishing Mails/Calls
Of late, some new methods of frauds have come to the notice of the Reserve Bank of India. An e-mail is sent in the name of a senior official of the Reserve Bank of India which gives an impression of it having been sent from the Reserve Bank and at times even displays the official rbi.org.in extension. The e-mail states that the Reserve Bank has received a large sum of foreign currency from the World Bank or a well-known international institution or a multi-national co
Of late, some new methods of frauds have come to the notice of the Reserve Bank of India. An e-mail is sent in the name of a senior official of the Reserve Bank of India which gives an impression of it having been sent from the Reserve Bank and at times even displays the official rbi.org.in extension. The e-mail states that the Reserve Bank has received a large sum of foreign currency from the World Bank or a well-known international institution or a multi-national co
ஜூன் 23, 2014
RBI announces Timelines for Regulatory Approvals and Citizens’ Charter for Delivery of Services
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) today released on its website the ‘Timelines for Regulatory Approvals’ and ‘Citizens’ Charter’ for delivery of services as part of implementation of the non-legislative recommendations of the Financial Sector Legislative Reforms Commission (FSLRC). These timelines are indicative. If departments are likely to exceed the timeline, they will revert to the applicant. In case an applicant does not get a response within the indicated timeline
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) today released on its website the ‘Timelines for Regulatory Approvals’ and ‘Citizens’ Charter’ for delivery of services as part of implementation of the non-legislative recommendations of the Financial Sector Legislative Reforms Commission (FSLRC). These timelines are indicative. If departments are likely to exceed the timeline, they will revert to the applicant. In case an applicant does not get a response within the indicated timeline
மே 26, 2014
RBI warns about Fake Website in its Name
It has come to the notice of the Reserve Bank of India today that a fake website has been created at http://www.rbi-inonline.org/savings.html by some unknown persons offering various banking facilities and asking members of public to apply on-line for opening “RBI Savings Account”. The Reserve Bank clarifies that as India’s central bank, the Reserve Bank of India does not offer services offered by commercial banks, such as, savings bank account, current bank account o
It has come to the notice of the Reserve Bank of India today that a fake website has been created at http://www.rbi-inonline.org/savings.html by some unknown persons offering various banking facilities and asking members of public to apply on-line for opening “RBI Savings Account”. The Reserve Bank clarifies that as India’s central bank, the Reserve Bank of India does not offer services offered by commercial banks, such as, savings bank account, current bank account o
ஜன. 31, 2014
Annual Conference of Banking Ombudsmen 2014
The Annual Banking Ombudsmen Conference was held at the Reserve Bank of India, Mumbai on January 30, 2014 and was inaugurated by Dr. Raghuram G. Rajan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India. The Governor delivered the keynote address and expressed that customer protection is at the core of the central Banks’ concerns. He released the Annual Report of the Banking Ombudsman Scheme for year 2012-2013. The Annual Report contains the highlights of the performance of 15 Offices o
The Annual Banking Ombudsmen Conference was held at the Reserve Bank of India, Mumbai on January 30, 2014 and was inaugurated by Dr. Raghuram G. Rajan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India. The Governor delivered the keynote address and expressed that customer protection is at the core of the central Banks’ concerns. He released the Annual Report of the Banking Ombudsman Scheme for year 2012-2013. The Annual Report contains the highlights of the performance of 15 Offices o
டிச. 24, 2013
RBI cautions users of Virtual Currencies against Risks
The Reserve Bank of India has today cautioned the users, holders and traders of Virtual currencies (VCs), including Bitcoins, about the potential financial, operational, legal, customer protection and security related risks that they are exposing themselves to. The Reserve Bank has mentioned that it has been looking at the developments relating to certain electronic records claimed to be “Decentralised Digital Currency” or “Virtual Currency” (VCs), such as, Bitcoins,
The Reserve Bank of India has today cautioned the users, holders and traders of Virtual currencies (VCs), including Bitcoins, about the potential financial, operational, legal, customer protection and security related risks that they are exposing themselves to. The Reserve Bank has mentioned that it has been looking at the developments relating to certain electronic records claimed to be “Decentralised Digital Currency” or “Virtual Currency” (VCs), such as, Bitcoins,
மார். 25, 2013
Branches of Agency Banks and RBI offices to remain open on March 29, 30 and 31, 2013 to facilitate Tax Payment
With a view to providing greater convenience to the tax payers, it has been decided that all designated branches of agency banks and RBI offices conducting Government business will keep their counters open on March 29, 30 and 31, 2013 to accept Government taxes. All tax payers are urged to remit taxes well before the last date to avoid last minute rush. Facility for payment of taxes on-line and through select ATMs is also available. Alpana Killawala Chief General Mana
With a view to providing greater convenience to the tax payers, it has been decided that all designated branches of agency banks and RBI offices conducting Government business will keep their counters open on March 29, 30 and 31, 2013 to accept Government taxes. All tax payers are urged to remit taxes well before the last date to avoid last minute rush. Facility for payment of taxes on-line and through select ATMs is also available. Alpana Killawala Chief General Mana
ஜன. 04, 2013
RBI sets up a Working Group to Review Banking Ombudsman Scheme
Apropos the recommendations of the Committee on Customer Service in Banks (Damodaran Committee) pertaining to Banking Ombudsman Scheme 2006 and the Rajya Sabha Committee on Subordinate Legislation, a Working Group (Chairperson: Smt. Suma Varma) has been constituted in the Reserve Bank of India to review, update, and revise the Banking Ombudsman Scheme, 2006. This was revealed in the Annual Report of the Banking Ombudsman Scheme, 2011-12 published here today by the Res
Apropos the recommendations of the Committee on Customer Service in Banks (Damodaran Committee) pertaining to Banking Ombudsman Scheme 2006 and the Rajya Sabha Committee on Subordinate Legislation, a Working Group (Chairperson: Smt. Suma Varma) has been constituted in the Reserve Bank of India to review, update, and revise the Banking Ombudsman Scheme, 2006. This was revealed in the Annual Report of the Banking Ombudsman Scheme, 2011-12 published here today by the Res
அக். 15, 2012
RBI cautions Public Not to respond to Phishing Mail sent in its Name
It has come to the notice of the Reserve Bank of India that an email has been sent in its name from mail id: Reserve Bank Of India (no-reply@rbi.com) and signed by RBI, Security Team offering a 'new online security protection' called "Netsecured” to “reduce fraud and theft in various banking system…(and)… to enable all customer's online banking in all Indian Banks to get protected and Secured.” The Reserve Bank cautions members of public that it has not developed any
It has come to the notice of the Reserve Bank of India that an email has been sent in its name from mail id: Reserve Bank Of India (no-reply@rbi.com) and signed by RBI, Security Team offering a 'new online security protection' called "Netsecured” to “reduce fraud and theft in various banking system…(and)… to enable all customer's online banking in all Indian Banks to get protected and Secured.” The Reserve Bank cautions members of public that it has not developed any
ஜூன் 01, 2012
Foreign Exchange Department of the Reserve Bank of India, implements the Application Tracking System
The Application Tracking System (ATS) is a major e-Governance initiative of the Reserve Bank of India. Foreign Exchange Department, Central Office and its 17 Regional offices have since adopted the ATS, to facilitate the customers to apply and track the status of the applications online. Under the online Application Tracking System (ATS), customers can submit applications online and also track the status of an already filed / submitted application. The applicant would
The Application Tracking System (ATS) is a major e-Governance initiative of the Reserve Bank of India. Foreign Exchange Department, Central Office and its 17 Regional offices have since adopted the ATS, to facilitate the customers to apply and track the status of the applications online. Under the online Application Tracking System (ATS), customers can submit applications online and also track the status of an already filed / submitted application. The applicant would
மே 21, 2012
RBI warning on phishing mail
It has come to the notice of the Reserve Bank of India that an email has been sent in its name from mail id: alert@rbi.org and signed by RBI Online offering a 'new online security platform'. According to the mail, the 'new online security platform' offers to 'prevent online identity theft in internet banking by asking the customer to go through a two-way authentication factor before he/she properly logs into internet banking every time'. The email then asks the recipi
It has come to the notice of the Reserve Bank of India that an email has been sent in its name from mail id: alert@rbi.org and signed by RBI Online offering a 'new online security platform'. According to the mail, the 'new online security platform' offers to 'prevent online identity theft in internet banking by asking the customer to go through a two-way authentication factor before he/she properly logs into internet banking every time'. The email then asks the recipi
பிப். 24, 2012
RBI releases Annual Report of the Banking Ombudsman Scheme
The Reserve Bank of India, today, released the Annual Report of the Banking Ombudsman Scheme for the year 2010-2011. The Banking Ombudsman Scheme was instituted by the Reserve Bank in 1995 to provide speedy solutions to the grievances of bank customers. There are 15 Offices of Banking Ombudsmen across the country. The report is a synopsis of activities of all the offices of Banking Ombudsman. The report indicates that compared to last year there was decline of 10 per
The Reserve Bank of India, today, released the Annual Report of the Banking Ombudsman Scheme for the year 2010-2011. The Banking Ombudsman Scheme was instituted by the Reserve Bank in 1995 to provide speedy solutions to the grievances of bank customers. There are 15 Offices of Banking Ombudsmen across the country. The report is a synopsis of activities of all the offices of Banking Ombudsman. The report indicates that compared to last year there was decline of 10 per
பிப். 06, 2012
RBI cautions Public Once Again against Fictitious Offers
The Reserve Bank of India has today reiterated that it never contacts the public via unsolicited phone calls or emails asking for money or any other type of personal information. The Reserve Bank does not maintain/give money/foreign currency or any other type of funds to individual or opens accounts for/in the name of individuals. The Reserve Bank has urged the public to remain alert and not to fall prey to frauds or scams perpetrated by individuals who impersonate to
The Reserve Bank of India has today reiterated that it never contacts the public via unsolicited phone calls or emails asking for money or any other type of personal information. The Reserve Bank does not maintain/give money/foreign currency or any other type of funds to individual or opens accounts for/in the name of individuals. The Reserve Bank has urged the public to remain alert and not to fall prey to frauds or scams perpetrated by individuals who impersonate to
செப். 06, 2011
Banking Ombudsman Conference : Ten Action Points to improve Customer Service of Banks
1. Indian Banks’ Association (IBA) will standardise most important terms and conditions (MITC) for at least ten important banking transactions and circulate among banks for adaptation. 2. Banks would initiate the process of providing one view of all bank accounts of a customer including deposits, loans, etc., with the help of available technology, such as, core banking solution. Banks would be complete the process within one year. 3. Banks would convey to the Reserve
1. Indian Banks’ Association (IBA) will standardise most important terms and conditions (MITC) for at least ten important banking transactions and circulate among banks for adaptation. 2. Banks would initiate the process of providing one view of all bank accounts of a customer including deposits, loans, etc., with the help of available technology, such as, core banking solution. Banks would be complete the process within one year. 3. Banks would convey to the Reserve
ஆக. 03, 2011
RBI seeks Public Comments on Report on Customer Service of Banks
The Reserve Bank of India today placed on its website, the Report of the Committee on Customer Service in Banks and sought comments/feedback from members of the public/all the stakeholders on the Committee’s recommendations. The comments/feedback may, latest by August 27, 2011, be emailed or may be sent by post/courier to the Chief General Manager, Customer Service Department, Reserve Bank of India, Central Office, Amar Building, First Floor, Sir P.M. Road, Mumbai-400
The Reserve Bank of India today placed on its website, the Report of the Committee on Customer Service in Banks and sought comments/feedback from members of the public/all the stakeholders on the Committee’s recommendations. The comments/feedback may, latest by August 27, 2011, be emailed or may be sent by post/courier to the Chief General Manager, Customer Service Department, Reserve Bank of India, Central Office, Amar Building, First Floor, Sir P.M. Road, Mumbai-400
பிப். 01, 2011
Annual Report of Banking Ombudsman Scheme 2009-10 Highlights Effective Redressal of Customer Grievances
The Reserve Bank of India, today, released the Annual Report of the Banking Ombudsman Scheme for the year 2009-2010. The Banking Ombudsman Scheme was established by the Reserve Bank in 1995 to provide speedy solutions to the grievances faced by bank customers. The Report indicates an increase in customers’ awareness of the Scheme resulting in an increase in the absolute number of complaints received in BO Offices. What more, the number of complaints from rural areas a
The Reserve Bank of India, today, released the Annual Report of the Banking Ombudsman Scheme for the year 2009-2010. The Banking Ombudsman Scheme was established by the Reserve Bank in 1995 to provide speedy solutions to the grievances faced by bank customers. The Report indicates an increase in customers’ awareness of the Scheme resulting in an increase in the absolute number of complaints received in BO Offices. What more, the number of complaints from rural areas a
அக். 08, 2010
Committee on Customer Service in Banks - Date for Final Report submission extended
The Committee on Customer Service in Banks (Chairman Shri M. Damodaran) constituted by the Reserve Bank of India has been granted extension of time upto January 14, 2011 to submit its final report and recommendations. The report was originally to be submitted on October 14, 2010. The extension of time for submission of the report has been necessitated due to the volume of work required to be undertaken by the Committee to fulfill its mandate in regard to the terms of
The Committee on Customer Service in Banks (Chairman Shri M. Damodaran) constituted by the Reserve Bank of India has been granted extension of time upto January 14, 2011 to submit its final report and recommendations. The report was originally to be submitted on October 14, 2010. The extension of time for submission of the report has been necessitated due to the volume of work required to be undertaken by the Committee to fulfill its mandate in regard to the terms of
ஜூன் 16, 2010
Committee on Customer Service in Banks - Inviting Suggestions from Public
The Reserve Bank of India has constituted a Committee under the chairmanship of Shri M. Damodaran, former Chairman, SEBI to interalia : Review the existing system of attending to customer service in banks - approach, attitude and fair treatment to customers from retail, small and pensioners segment. Evaluate the existing system of grievance redressal mechanism prevalent in banks, its structure and efficacy and recommend measures for expeditious resolution of complaint
The Reserve Bank of India has constituted a Committee under the chairmanship of Shri M. Damodaran, former Chairman, SEBI to interalia : Review the existing system of attending to customer service in banks - approach, attitude and fair treatment to customers from retail, small and pensioners segment. Evaluate the existing system of grievance redressal mechanism prevalent in banks, its structure and efficacy and recommend measures for expeditious resolution of complaint
ஜூன் 03, 2010
Applications made to RBI can now be tracked on-line
Applications made to various departments of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) can now be tracked on-line through the Application Tracking System (ATS). The Reserve Bank launched the Application Tracking System on its website for convenience of the public. The ATS, cannot be used for tracking complaints made under the Banking Ombudsman Scheme or any other complaints. For tracking the above applications made, the applicants will have to register on the RBI website (ATS li
Applications made to various departments of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) can now be tracked on-line through the Application Tracking System (ATS). The Reserve Bank launched the Application Tracking System on its website for convenience of the public. The ATS, cannot be used for tracking complaints made under the Banking Ombudsman Scheme or any other complaints. For tracking the above applications made, the applicants will have to register on the RBI website (ATS li
ஜூன் 03, 2010
Reserve Bank constitutes Committee on Customer Service in banks
The Reserve Bank of India has constituted a Committee under the chairmanship of Shri M. Damodaran, former Chairman, Securities and Exchange Board of India, to look into banking services rendered to retail and small customers, including pensioners. The Committee will also look into the system of grievance redressal mechanism prevalent in banks, its structure and efficacy and suggest measures for expeditious resolution of complaints. The other members of the committee a
The Reserve Bank of India has constituted a Committee under the chairmanship of Shri M. Damodaran, former Chairman, Securities and Exchange Board of India, to look into banking services rendered to retail and small customers, including pensioners. The Committee will also look into the system of grievance redressal mechanism prevalent in banks, its structure and efficacy and suggest measures for expeditious resolution of complaints. The other members of the committee a
பிப். 22, 2010
RBI initiates Class Action to benefit Bank Customers; Annual Report of Banking Ombudsman Scheme-2008-2009 released
The Reserve Bank of India has proactively started issuing general directions to all banks so as to protect the bank customers against banks’ act of commissions and omissions. Called ‘class action,’ such general directions are issued by the regulator in cases that could benefit not only the applicant but all those customers similarly placed without their having to approach their respective banks/ the Reserve Bank. The Reserve Bank has already initiated such class actio
The Reserve Bank of India has proactively started issuing general directions to all banks so as to protect the bank customers against banks’ act of commissions and omissions. Called ‘class action,’ such general directions are issued by the regulator in cases that could benefit not only the applicant but all those customers similarly placed without their having to approach their respective banks/ the Reserve Bank. The Reserve Bank has already initiated such class actio
ஜூலை 30, 2009
Beware of Fictitious Offers/Lottery Winnings/Cheap Fund Offers: RBI
The Reserve Bank of India has, today once again clarified that remittance in any form towards participation in lottery schemes is prohibited under the Foreign Exchange Management Act, 1999. Further, these restrictions are applicable also to remittances for participation in lottery-like schemes functioning under different names, such as, money circulation scheme or remittances for the purpose of securing prize money / awards, etc. The Reserve Bank has clarified that it
The Reserve Bank of India has, today once again clarified that remittance in any form towards participation in lottery schemes is prohibited under the Foreign Exchange Management Act, 1999. Further, these restrictions are applicable also to remittances for participation in lottery-like schemes functioning under different names, such as, money circulation scheme or remittances for the purpose of securing prize money / awards, etc. The Reserve Bank has clarified that it
பிப். 05, 2009
RBI amends Banking Ombudsman Scheme: includes complaints relating to Internet Banking and Non-adherence to BCSBI Code
The Reserve Bank of India has widened the scope of its Banking Ombudsman Scheme 2006, to include deficiencies arising out of internet banking. Under the amended Scheme, a customer would also be able to lodge a complaint against the bank for its non-adherence to the provisions of the fair practices code for lenders or the Code of Bank's Commitment to Customers issued by the Banking Codes and Standards Board of India (BCSBI). The BCSBI is an independent and autonomous w
The Reserve Bank of India has widened the scope of its Banking Ombudsman Scheme 2006, to include deficiencies arising out of internet banking. Under the amended Scheme, a customer would also be able to lodge a complaint against the bank for its non-adherence to the provisions of the fair practices code for lenders or the Code of Bank's Commitment to Customers issued by the Banking Codes and Standards Board of India (BCSBI). The BCSBI is an independent and autonomous w
டிச. 24, 2008
RBI releases Annual Report (2007-2008) of Banking Ombudsman Scheme
The Reserve Bank of India today published the Annual Report on the functioning of the Banking Ombudsman Scheme for the period 2007-08. According to the Report, during the year 2007-08, the Banking Ombudsmen received 47,887 complaints, up from 38,638 complaints received in 2006-07. The Reserve Bank of India introduced the Banking Ombudsman Scheme in June 1995 to provide low cost and effective forum for redressal of customer grievances against banks. The Scheme was firs
The Reserve Bank of India today published the Annual Report on the functioning of the Banking Ombudsman Scheme for the period 2007-08. According to the Report, during the year 2007-08, the Banking Ombudsmen received 47,887 complaints, up from 38,638 complaints received in 2006-07. The Reserve Bank of India introduced the Banking Ombudsman Scheme in June 1995 to provide low cost and effective forum for redressal of customer grievances against banks. The Scheme was firs
டிச. 07, 2007
RBI cautions Public against Fictitious Offers of Remitting Cheap Funds from Abroad
The Reserve Bank of India has advised members of public not to fall prey to fictitious offers for release of cheap funds claimed to have been remitted by overseas entities to banks in India / Reserve Bank of India. Members of public should also not make any remittance towards participation in such schemes/offers from unknown entities. Describing the typical modality of such offers, the Reserve Bank of India stated that certain foreign entities / individuals, including
The Reserve Bank of India has advised members of public not to fall prey to fictitious offers for release of cheap funds claimed to have been remitted by overseas entities to banks in India / Reserve Bank of India. Members of public should also not make any remittance towards participation in such schemes/offers from unknown entities. Describing the typical modality of such offers, the Reserve Bank of India stated that certain foreign entities / individuals, including
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