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Apr 30, 2021
Directions under Section 35A read with Section 56 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 - The Needs of Life Co-operative Bank Ltd, Mumbai – Extension of Period
The Reserve Bank of India vide directive DCBS.CO.BSD-I/D-3/12.22.163/2018-19 dated October 26, 2018 had placed The Needs of Life Co-operative Bank Ltd, Mumbai under Directions from the close of business on October 29, 2018 for a period of six months. The validity of the directions was extended from time-to-time, the last being up to April 30, 2021. 2. It is hereby notified for the information of the public that the Reserve Bank of India, in exercise of powers vested i
The Reserve Bank of India vide directive DCBS.CO.BSD-I/D-3/12.22.163/2018-19 dated October 26, 2018 had placed The Needs of Life Co-operative Bank Ltd, Mumbai under Directions from the close of business on October 29, 2018 for a period of six months. The validity of the directions was extended from time-to-time, the last being up to April 30, 2021. 2. It is hereby notified for the information of the public that the Reserve Bank of India, in exercise of powers vested i
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Apr 23, 2021
Review of Ways and Means Advances Scheme of State Governments/ UTs
Based on the recommendations of the Advisory Committee on Ways and Means Advances (WMA) to State Governments, 2021 (Chairman: Shri Sudhir Shrivastava), the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has revised the WMA Scheme of States and Union Territories (UTs) as under: WMA Limit The WMA limit arrived at by the Committee based on total expenditure of States/ UTs, works out to ₹47,010 crore. As the effect of the COVID-19 pandemic is still prevalent, the existing interim WMA limit
Based on the recommendations of the Advisory Committee on Ways and Means Advances (WMA) to State Governments, 2021 (Chairman: Shri Sudhir Shrivastava), the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has revised the WMA Scheme of States and Union Territories (UTs) as under: WMA Limit The WMA limit arrived at by the Committee based on total expenditure of States/ UTs, works out to ₹47,010 crore. As the effect of the COVID-19 pandemic is still prevalent, the existing interim WMA limit
Apr 22, 2021
Minutes of the Monetary Policy Committee Meeting, April 5-7, 2021
[Under Section 45ZL of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934] The twenty eighth meeting of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), constituted under section 45ZB of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934, was held from April 5 to 7, 2021. 2. The meeting was attended by all the members – Dr. Shashanka Bhide, Senior Advisor, National Council of Applied Economic Research, Delhi; Dr. Ashima Goyal, Professor, Indira Gandhi Institute of Development Research, Mumbai; Prof. Jayanth R
[Under Section 45ZL of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934] The twenty eighth meeting of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), constituted under section 45ZB of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934, was held from April 5 to 7, 2021. 2. The meeting was attended by all the members – Dr. Shashanka Bhide, Senior Advisor, National Council of Applied Economic Research, Delhi; Dr. Ashima Goyal, Professor, Indira Gandhi Institute of Development Research, Mumbai; Prof. Jayanth R
Apr 07, 2021
Statement on Developmental and Regulatory Policies
This Statement sets out various developmental and regulatory policy measures on (i) liquidity management and support to targeted sectors; (ii) regulation and supervision; (iii) debt management; (iv) payment and settlement systems; (v) financial Inclusion; and (vi) external commercial borrowings. I. Liquidity Measures 1. TLTRO on Tap Scheme – Extension of Deadline With a view to increasing the focus of liquidity measures on revival of activity in specific sectors that
This Statement sets out various developmental and regulatory policy measures on (i) liquidity management and support to targeted sectors; (ii) regulation and supervision; (iii) debt management; (iv) payment and settlement systems; (v) financial Inclusion; and (vi) external commercial borrowings. I. Liquidity Measures 1. TLTRO on Tap Scheme – Extension of Deadline With a view to increasing the focus of liquidity measures on revival of activity in specific sectors that
Apr 07, 2021
Governor’s Statement, April 7, 2021
The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) met on 5th, 6th and 7th April, 2021 and deliberated on current and evolving macroeconomic and financial developments, both domestic and global. The MPC voted unanimously to leave the policy repo rate unchanged at 4 per cent. It also unanimously decided to continue with the accommodative stance as long as necessary to sustain growth on a durable basis and continue to mitigate the impact of COVID-19 on the economy, while ensuring that
The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) met on 5th, 6th and 7th April, 2021 and deliberated on current and evolving macroeconomic and financial developments, both domestic and global. The MPC voted unanimously to leave the policy repo rate unchanged at 4 per cent. It also unanimously decided to continue with the accommodative stance as long as necessary to sustain growth on a durable basis and continue to mitigate the impact of COVID-19 on the economy, while ensuring that
Apr 07, 2021
Resolution of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) April 5-7, 2021
On the basis of an assessment of the current and evolving macroeconomic situation, the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) at its meeting today (April 7, 2021) decided to: keep the policy repo rate under the liquidity adjustment facility (LAF) unchanged at 4.0 per cent. Consequently, the reverse repo rate under the LAF remains unchanged at 3.35 per cent and the marginal standing facility (MSF) rate and the Bank Rate at 4.25 per cent. The MPC also decided to continue with
On the basis of an assessment of the current and evolving macroeconomic situation, the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) at its meeting today (April 7, 2021) decided to: keep the policy repo rate under the liquidity adjustment facility (LAF) unchanged at 4.0 per cent. Consequently, the reverse repo rate under the LAF remains unchanged at 3.35 per cent and the marginal standing facility (MSF) rate and the Bank Rate at 4.25 per cent. The MPC also decided to continue with
Apr 07, 2021
On Tap Targeted Long-Term Repo Operations – Extension of Deadline
As announced in the Statement on Developmental and Regulatory Policies on April 07, 2021, the on Tap TLTRO Scheme, which was made available up to March 31, 2021, is now being further extended by a period of six months i.e., up to September 30, 2021 with a view to increasing the focus of liquidity measures on revival of activity in specific sectors. 2. All other terms and conditions of the scheme remain unchanged. (Yogesh Dayal) Chief General Manager Press Release: 202
As announced in the Statement on Developmental and Regulatory Policies on April 07, 2021, the on Tap TLTRO Scheme, which was made available up to March 31, 2021, is now being further extended by a period of six months i.e., up to September 30, 2021 with a view to increasing the focus of liquidity measures on revival of activity in specific sectors. 2. All other terms and conditions of the scheme remain unchanged. (Yogesh Dayal) Chief General Manager Press Release: 202
Mar 24, 2021
Directions under Section 35A read with Section 56 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 Shri Anand Co-operative Bank Limited, Chinchwad, Pune, Maharashtra– Extension of Period
The Reserve Bank of India vide directive DCBS.CO.BSD-I/D-16/12.22.474/2018-19 dated June 21, 2019 had placed the Shri Anand Co-operative Bank Limited, Pune Maharashtra under Directions from the close of business on June 25, 2019 for a period of six months. The validity of the directions was extended from time-to-time, the last being up to March 24, 2021. 2. It is hereby notified for the information of the public that, the Reserve Bank of India, in exercise of powers v
The Reserve Bank of India vide directive DCBS.CO.BSD-I/D-16/12.22.474/2018-19 dated June 21, 2019 had placed the Shri Anand Co-operative Bank Limited, Pune Maharashtra under Directions from the close of business on June 25, 2019 for a period of six months. The validity of the directions was extended from time-to-time, the last being up to March 24, 2021. 2. It is hereby notified for the information of the public that, the Reserve Bank of India, in exercise of powers v
Mar 04, 2021
Directions under Section 35A read with Section 56 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 - Shivaji Rao Bhosale Sahakari Bank Ltd., Pune, Maharashtra- Extension of Period
Reserve Bank of India vide directive DCBS.CO.BSD-I./D-14/12.22.254/2018-19 dated May 03, 2019 had placed the Shivaji Rao Bhosale Sahakari Bank Ltd., Pune, Maharashtra under Directions from the close of business on May 04, 2019. The validity of the directions was extended from time-to-time, the last being up to March 04, 2021. 2. It is hereby notified for the information of the public that, Reserve Bank of India, in exercise of powers vested in it under sub-section (1)
Reserve Bank of India vide directive DCBS.CO.BSD-I./D-14/12.22.254/2018-19 dated May 03, 2019 had placed the Shivaji Rao Bhosale Sahakari Bank Ltd., Pune, Maharashtra under Directions from the close of business on May 04, 2019. The validity of the directions was extended from time-to-time, the last being up to March 04, 2021. 2. It is hereby notified for the information of the public that, Reserve Bank of India, in exercise of powers vested in it under sub-section (1)
Feb 26, 2021
Directions under Section 35 A read with Section 56 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 - Rupee Co-operative Bank Ltd., Pune, Maharashtra - Extension of Period
Reserve Bank of India vide directive UBD.CO.BSD-I./D-28/12.22.2018/2012-13 dated February 21, 2013 had placed the Rupee Co-operative Bank Ltd., Pune, Maharashtra under Directions from the close of business on February 22, 2013. The validity of the directions was extended from time-to-time, the last being up to February 28, 2021. 2. It is hereby notified for the information of the public that, Reserve Bank of India, in exercise of powers vested in it under sub-section
Reserve Bank of India vide directive UBD.CO.BSD-I./D-28/12.22.2018/2012-13 dated February 21, 2013 had placed the Rupee Co-operative Bank Ltd., Pune, Maharashtra under Directions from the close of business on February 22, 2013. The validity of the directions was extended from time-to-time, the last being up to February 28, 2021. 2. It is hereby notified for the information of the public that, Reserve Bank of India, in exercise of powers vested in it under sub-section
Feb 22, 2021
Minutes of the Monetary Policy Committee Meeting February 3-5, 2021
[Under Section 45ZL of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934] The twenty seventh meeting of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), constituted under section 45ZB of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934, was held from February 3 to 5, 2021. 2. The meeting was attended by all the members – Dr. Shashanka Bhide, Senior Advisor, National Council of Applied Economic Research, Delhi; Dr. Ashima Goyal, Professor, Indira Gandhi Institute of Development Research, Mumbai; Prof. Jayan
[Under Section 45ZL of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934] The twenty seventh meeting of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), constituted under section 45ZB of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934, was held from February 3 to 5, 2021. 2. The meeting was attended by all the members – Dr. Shashanka Bhide, Senior Advisor, National Council of Applied Economic Research, Delhi; Dr. Ashima Goyal, Professor, Indira Gandhi Institute of Development Research, Mumbai; Prof. Jayan
Feb 05, 2021
Governor’s Statement, February 5, 2021
The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) met on 3rd, 4th and 5th February, 2021 and deliberated on current and evolving macroeconomic and financial developments, both domestic and global. The MPC voted unanimously to leave the policy repo rate unchanged at 4 per cent. It also unanimously decided to continue with the accommodative stance of monetary policy as long as necessary – at least through the current financial year and into the next year – to revive growth on a durab
The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) met on 3rd, 4th and 5th February, 2021 and deliberated on current and evolving macroeconomic and financial developments, both domestic and global. The MPC voted unanimously to leave the policy repo rate unchanged at 4 per cent. It also unanimously decided to continue with the accommodative stance of monetary policy as long as necessary – at least through the current financial year and into the next year – to revive growth on a durab
Feb 05, 2021
Monetary Policy Statement, 2020-21 Resolution of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) February 3-5, 2021
On the basis of an assessment of the current and evolving macroeconomic situation, the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) at its meeting today (February 5, 2021) decided to: keep the policy repo rate under the liquidity adjustment facility (LAF) unchanged at 4.0 per cent. Consequently, the reverse repo rate under the LAF remains unchanged at 3.35 per cent and the marginal standing facility (MSF) rate and the Bank Rate at 4.25 per cent. The MPC also decided to continue wi
On the basis of an assessment of the current and evolving macroeconomic situation, the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) at its meeting today (February 5, 2021) decided to: keep the policy repo rate under the liquidity adjustment facility (LAF) unchanged at 4.0 per cent. Consequently, the reverse repo rate under the LAF remains unchanged at 3.35 per cent and the marginal standing facility (MSF) rate and the Bank Rate at 4.25 per cent. The MPC also decided to continue wi
Feb 05, 2021
Statement on Developmental and Regulatory Policies
This Statement sets out various developmental and regulatory policy measures on (i) liquidity management and support to targeted sectors; (ii) regulation and supervision (iii) deepening financial markets; (iv) upgrading payment and settlement systems and (v) consumer protection. I. Liquidity Measures 1. TLTRO on Tap Scheme – Inclusion of NBFCs With a view to increasing the focus of liquidity measures on revival of activity in specific sectors that have both backward a
This Statement sets out various developmental and regulatory policy measures on (i) liquidity management and support to targeted sectors; (ii) regulation and supervision (iii) deepening financial markets; (iv) upgrading payment and settlement systems and (v) consumer protection. I. Liquidity Measures 1. TLTRO on Tap Scheme – Inclusion of NBFCs With a view to increasing the focus of liquidity measures on revival of activity in specific sectors that have both backward a
Jan 08, 2021
Resumption of Normal Liquidity Management Operations
On February 06, 2020, the Reserve Bank had announced a revised Liquidity Management Framework that was simplified and clearly communicated the objectives and toolkit for liquidity management. 2. In view of the outbreak of COVID-19, the rapidly evolving financial conditions and taking into account the impact of disruptions due to the lockdown and social distancing, it was decided to temporarily suspend the revised liquidity management framework and the window for Fixed
On February 06, 2020, the Reserve Bank had announced a revised Liquidity Management Framework that was simplified and clearly communicated the objectives and toolkit for liquidity management. 2. In view of the outbreak of COVID-19, the rapidly evolving financial conditions and taking into account the impact of disruptions due to the lockdown and social distancing, it was decided to temporarily suspend the revised liquidity management framework and the window for Fixed
Dec 23, 2020
RBI Governor meets MD & CEOs of Public and Private Sector Banks over Video Conference
The Governor, Reserve Bank of India (RBI) held meetings with the MD/CEOs of Public Sector Banks and select Private Sector Banks on December 22 and 23, 2020 respectively through video conference. The meetings were attended by Deputy Governors, RBI. In his opening remarks, the Governor touched upon the current economic situation and emphasized the importance of the banking sector in supporting the ongoing revival in economic activities. With specific reference to the fi
The Governor, Reserve Bank of India (RBI) held meetings with the MD/CEOs of Public Sector Banks and select Private Sector Banks on December 22 and 23, 2020 respectively through video conference. The meetings were attended by Deputy Governors, RBI. In his opening remarks, the Governor touched upon the current economic situation and emphasized the importance of the banking sector in supporting the ongoing revival in economic activities. With specific reference to the fi
Dec 18, 2020
Minutes of the Monetary Policy Committee Meeting December 2 to 4, 2020
[Under Section 45ZL of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934] The twenty sixth meeting of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), constituted under section 45ZB of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934, was held from December 2 to 4, 2020. 2. The meeting was attended by all the members – Dr. Shashanka Bhide, Senior Advisor, National Council of Applied Economic Research, Delhi; Dr. Ashima Goyal, Professor, Indira Gandhi Institute of Development Research, Mumbai; Prof. Jayanth
[Under Section 45ZL of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934] The twenty sixth meeting of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), constituted under section 45ZB of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934, was held from December 2 to 4, 2020. 2. The meeting was attended by all the members – Dr. Shashanka Bhide, Senior Advisor, National Council of Applied Economic Research, Delhi; Dr. Ashima Goyal, Professor, Indira Gandhi Institute of Development Research, Mumbai; Prof. Jayanth
Dec 15, 2020
Directions under Section 35 A read with Section 56 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 - Karnala Nagri Sahakari Bank Ltd., Panvel, Raigad, Maharashtra– Extension of Period
The Reserve Bank of India vide directive DoS.CO.UCBs-West/D-1/12.07.157/2019-20 dated June 15, 2020 had placed the Karnala Nagri Sahakari Bank Ltd., Panvel, Raigad, Maharashtra under Directions from the close of business on June 15, 2020 for a period of six months. 2. It is hereby notified for the information of the public that, the Reserve Bank of India, in exercise of powers vested in it under sub-section (1) of Section 35 A read with Section 56 of the Banking Regul
The Reserve Bank of India vide directive DoS.CO.UCBs-West/D-1/12.07.157/2019-20 dated June 15, 2020 had placed the Karnala Nagri Sahakari Bank Ltd., Panvel, Raigad, Maharashtra under Directions from the close of business on June 15, 2020 for a period of six months. 2. It is hereby notified for the information of the public that, the Reserve Bank of India, in exercise of powers vested in it under sub-section (1) of Section 35 A read with Section 56 of the Banking Regul
Dec 04, 2020
Monetary Policy Statement, 2020-21 Resolution of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) December 2-4, 2020
On the basis of an assessment of the current and evolving macroeconomic situation, the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) at its meeting today (December 4, 2020) decided to: keep the policy repo rate under the liquidity adjustment facility (LAF) unchanged at 4.0 per cent. Consequently, the reverse repo rate under the LAF remains unchanged at 3.35 per cent and the marginal standing facility (MSF) rate and the Bank Rate at 4.25 per cent. The MPC also decided to continue wi
On the basis of an assessment of the current and evolving macroeconomic situation, the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) at its meeting today (December 4, 2020) decided to: keep the policy repo rate under the liquidity adjustment facility (LAF) unchanged at 4.0 per cent. Consequently, the reverse repo rate under the LAF remains unchanged at 3.35 per cent and the marginal standing facility (MSF) rate and the Bank Rate at 4.25 per cent. The MPC also decided to continue wi
Dec 04, 2020
Statement on Developmental and Regulatory Policies
This Statement sets out various developmental and regulatory policy measures to i) enhance liquidity support to targeted sectors of the economy with linkages to other sectors; (ii) deepen financial markets; (iii) conserve capital among banks and NBFCs through regulatory initiatives; (iv) strengthen supervision through the audit function; (v) facilitate external trade by improving ease of doing business for exporters; and (vi) upgrade payment system services so as to e
This Statement sets out various developmental and regulatory policy measures to i) enhance liquidity support to targeted sectors of the economy with linkages to other sectors; (ii) deepen financial markets; (iii) conserve capital among banks and NBFCs through regulatory initiatives; (iv) strengthen supervision through the audit function; (v) facilitate external trade by improving ease of doing business for exporters; and (vi) upgrade payment system services so as to e
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