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Apr 29, 2020
Directions under Section 35A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (AACS) – The Needs of Life Co-op. Bank Ltd., Mumbai, Maharashtra
The Needs of Life Co-op. Bank Ltd., Mumbai, Maharashtra, was placed under Directions from close of business on October 29, 2018 for a period of six months subject to review, vide Directive No. DCBS.CO.BSD-I/D-3/12.22.163/2018-19 dated October 26, 2018. The validity of the directions was extended last time vide Directive No. DCBR.CO.AID/No.D-31/12.22.160/2019-20 dated October 16, 2019 upto April 29, 2020, subject to review. 2. It is hereby notified for the information
The Needs of Life Co-op. Bank Ltd., Mumbai, Maharashtra, was placed under Directions from close of business on October 29, 2018 for a period of six months subject to review, vide Directive No. DCBS.CO.BSD-I/D-3/12.22.163/2018-19 dated October 26, 2018. The validity of the directions was extended last time vide Directive No. DCBR.CO.AID/No.D-31/12.22.160/2019-20 dated October 16, 2019 upto April 29, 2020, subject to review. 2. It is hereby notified for the information
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Apr 28, 2020
RBI Employees contribute ₹7.30 crore to PM CARES Fund
The COVID-19 pandemic and the related dislocation in normal economic activity has severely affected the economically weaker sections of the society and their means of livelihood. To help the people affected by any kind of emergency or distress situation, like the one posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, Government of India has set up a public charitable trust named Prime Minister’s Citizen Assistance and Relief in Emergency Situations Fund (PM CARES Fund) to receive contri
The COVID-19 pandemic and the related dislocation in normal economic activity has severely affected the economically weaker sections of the society and their means of livelihood. To help the people affected by any kind of emergency or distress situation, like the one posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, Government of India has set up a public charitable trust named Prime Minister’s Citizen Assistance and Relief in Emergency Situations Fund (PM CARES Fund) to receive contri
Apr 27, 2020
RBI Announces ₹ 50,000 crore Special Liquidity Facility for Mutual Funds (SLF-MF)
Heightened volatility in capital markets in reaction to COVID-19 has imposed liquidity strains on mutual funds (MFs), which have intensified in the wake of redemption pressures related to closure of some debt MFs and potential contagious effects therefrom. The stress is, however, confined to the high-risk debt MF segment at this stage; the larger industry remains liquid. 2. The RBI has stated that it remains vigilant and will take whatever steps are necessary to mitig
Heightened volatility in capital markets in reaction to COVID-19 has imposed liquidity strains on mutual funds (MFs), which have intensified in the wake of redemption pressures related to closure of some debt MFs and potential contagious effects therefrom. The stress is, however, confined to the high-risk debt MF segment at this stage; the larger industry remains liquid. 2. The RBI has stated that it remains vigilant and will take whatever steps are necessary to mitig
Apr 20, 2020
Review of WMA Limit for Government of India for remaining part of the first half of the Financial Year 2020-21 (April 2020 to September 2020)
To tide over the situation arising from the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic, it has been decided, in consultation with the Government of India, that the limit for Ways and Means Advances (WMA) for the remaining part of first half of the financial year 2020-21 (April 2020 to September 2020) will be revised to ₹ 2,00,000 crore. (Yogesh Dayal) Chief General Manager Press Release: 2019-2020/2249
To tide over the situation arising from the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic, it has been decided, in consultation with the Government of India, that the limit for Ways and Means Advances (WMA) for the remaining part of first half of the financial year 2020-21 (April 2020 to September 2020) will be revised to ₹ 2,00,000 crore. (Yogesh Dayal) Chief General Manager Press Release: 2019-2020/2249
Apr 17, 2020
Review of Limits of Way and Means Advances (WMA) of States/UTs
RBI had announced an increase in the WMA limit of the States on April 1, 2020. With a view to providing greater comfort to the States to undertake COVID-19 containment and mitigation efforts and enable them to better plan their market borrowings, it has been decided to increase the WMA limit of the States by 60% over and above the level as on March 31, 2020 The increased limit will be available till September 30, 2020. (Yogesh Dayal) Chief General Manager Press Releas
RBI had announced an increase in the WMA limit of the States on April 1, 2020. With a view to providing greater comfort to the States to undertake COVID-19 containment and mitigation efforts and enable them to better plan their market borrowings, it has been decided to increase the WMA limit of the States by 60% over and above the level as on March 31, 2020 The increased limit will be available till September 30, 2020. (Yogesh Dayal) Chief General Manager Press Releas
Apr 17, 2020
Reserve Bank Announces Targeted Long-Term Repo Operations 2.0 (TLTRO 2.0)
As announced today (17.04.2020) and set out in Governor’s Statement, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has sought to engender conducive financial conditions and normal functioning of financial markets and institutions by providing adequate system level liquidity as well as targeted liquidity provision to sectors and entities experiencing liquidity constraints and/or hindrances to market access. In order to channel liquidity to small and mid-sized corporates, including n
As announced today (17.04.2020) and set out in Governor’s Statement, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has sought to engender conducive financial conditions and normal functioning of financial markets and institutions by providing adequate system level liquidity as well as targeted liquidity provision to sectors and entities experiencing liquidity constraints and/or hindrances to market access. In order to channel liquidity to small and mid-sized corporates, including n
Apr 16, 2020
RBI reviews the Market Hours
In order to minimise risks arising due to the unprecedented situation created by the COVID-19 outbreak, the trading hours for various RBI regulated markets were amended as 10.00 am to 2.00 pm effective from April 7, 2020 (Tuesday) till the close of business hours on April 17, 2020 (Friday), vide its press release dated April 3, 2020. In view of the Government of India’s order that the lockdown will continue to be in force till May 3, 2020 (Sunday), it has been decided
In order to minimise risks arising due to the unprecedented situation created by the COVID-19 outbreak, the trading hours for various RBI regulated markets were amended as 10.00 am to 2.00 pm effective from April 7, 2020 (Tuesday) till the close of business hours on April 17, 2020 (Friday), vide its press release dated April 3, 2020. In view of the Government of India’s order that the lockdown will continue to be in force till May 3, 2020 (Sunday), it has been decided
Apr 16, 2020
Conversion/Switch of Government of India (GoI)’s Securities
As per the Issuance Calendar for Marketable Dated Securities, auction for switches are scheduled on the third Monday of every month. However, keeping in view the extraordinary circumstances on account of COVID-19 outbreak, the Reserve Bank of India in consultation with the Government of India has decided not to conduct the switch auction in the month of April 2020. Ajit Prasad Director Press Release: 2019-2020/2229
As per the Issuance Calendar for Marketable Dated Securities, auction for switches are scheduled on the third Monday of every month. However, keeping in view the extraordinary circumstances on account of COVID-19 outbreak, the Reserve Bank of India in consultation with the Government of India has decided not to conduct the switch auction in the month of April 2020. Ajit Prasad Director Press Release: 2019-2020/2229
Apr 15, 2020
Directions under Section 35 A read with Section 56 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (AACS) – The City Co-operative Bank Ltd., Mumbai, Maharashtra- Extension of period
The City Co-operative Bank Ltd., Mumbai was placed under directions vide directive DCBS.CO.BSD-1/D-5/12.22.039/2017-18 dated April 17, 2018 from the close of business on April 17, 2018 for a period of six months. The validity of the above directions were extended from time to time, the last being vide Directive DCBR.CO.AID.No.D-27/12.22.039/2019-20 dated October 15, 2019 up to April 17, 2020. 2. It is hereby notified for the information of the public that, the Reserve
The City Co-operative Bank Ltd., Mumbai was placed under directions vide directive DCBS.CO.BSD-1/D-5/12.22.039/2017-18 dated April 17, 2018 from the close of business on April 17, 2018 for a period of six months. The validity of the above directions were extended from time to time, the last being vide Directive DCBR.CO.AID.No.D-27/12.22.039/2019-20 dated October 15, 2019 up to April 17, 2020. 2. It is hereby notified for the information of the public that, the Reserve
Apr 15, 2020
Reserve Bank Announces Fourth Targeted Long Term Repo Operation (TLTRO)
As announced in the Statement of Developmental and Regulatory Policies on March 27, 2020, the Reserve Bank will conduct TLTROs of up to three-year tenor of appropriate sizes for a total amount of up to ₹ 1,00,000 crore. So far, TLTROs for ₹ 75,000 crore have been conducted in three tranches. It has now been decided to conduct the next TLTRO operation for ₹ 25,000 crore. The details of the operation are as under: Sl. No. Date of operation Notified Amount (₹ crore) Teno
As announced in the Statement of Developmental and Regulatory Policies on March 27, 2020, the Reserve Bank will conduct TLTROs of up to three-year tenor of appropriate sizes for a total amount of up to ₹ 1,00,000 crore. So far, TLTROs for ₹ 75,000 crore have been conducted in three tranches. It has now been decided to conduct the next TLTRO operation for ₹ 25,000 crore. The details of the operation are as under: Sl. No. Date of operation Notified Amount (₹ crore) Teno
Apr 13, 2020
Minutes of the Monetary Policy Committee Meeting March 24, 26 and 27, 2020
[Under Section 45ZL of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934] The twenty second meeting of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), constituted under section 45ZB of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934, was held during March 24, 26 and 27, 2020 at the Reserve Bank of India, Mumbai; the meeting was originally scheduled for March 31, April 1 and 3, 2020, but was advanced in view of the COVID-19 pandemic. 2. The meeting was attended by all the members – Dr. Chetan Ghate, Profe
[Under Section 45ZL of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934] The twenty second meeting of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), constituted under section 45ZB of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934, was held during March 24, 26 and 27, 2020 at the Reserve Bank of India, Mumbai; the meeting was originally scheduled for March 31, April 1 and 3, 2020, but was advanced in view of the COVID-19 pandemic. 2. The meeting was attended by all the members – Dr. Chetan Ghate, Profe
Apr 03, 2020
Reserve Bank announces third Targeted Long Term Repo Operation (TLTRO)
As announced in the Statement of Developmental and Regulatory Policies on March 27, 2020, the Reserve Bank will conduct TLTROs of up to three years tenor of appropriate sizes for a total amount of up to ₹ 1,00,000 crores. So far, TLTROs for ₹ 50,000 crores have been conducted in two tranches. It has now been decided to conduct another TLTRO operation for ₹ 25,000 crores. The details of the operation are as under: Sl. No. Date of operation Notified Amount (₹ crore) Ten
As announced in the Statement of Developmental and Regulatory Policies on March 27, 2020, the Reserve Bank will conduct TLTROs of up to three years tenor of appropriate sizes for a total amount of up to ₹ 1,00,000 crores. So far, TLTROs for ₹ 50,000 crores have been conducted in two tranches. It has now been decided to conduct another TLTRO operation for ₹ 25,000 crores. The details of the operation are as under: Sl. No. Date of operation Notified Amount (₹ crore) Ten
Apr 03, 2020
RBI Notifies Changes in Market Hours
The unprecedented situation created by the COVID-19 outbreak has necessitated lockdowns, social distancing, restrictions on movement of people and non-essential activities, work from home arrangements and business continuity plans. The resultant dislocations have adversely impacted the functioning of financial markets. Staff and IT resources have been severely affected, posing operational and logistic risks. The thinning out of activity is impacting market liquidity a
The unprecedented situation created by the COVID-19 outbreak has necessitated lockdowns, social distancing, restrictions on movement of people and non-essential activities, work from home arrangements and business continuity plans. The resultant dislocations have adversely impacted the functioning of financial markets. Staff and IT resources have been severely affected, posing operational and logistic risks. The thinning out of activity is impacting market liquidity a
Apr 01, 2020
RBI announces further measures for dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic
1. Extension of realisation period of export proceeds Presently value of the goods or software exports made by the exporters is required to be realized fully and repatriated to the country within a period of 9 months from the date of exports. In view of the disruption caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, the time period for realization and repatriation of export proceeds for exports made up to or on July 31, 2020, has been extended to 15 months from the date of export. Th
1. Extension of realisation period of export proceeds Presently value of the goods or software exports made by the exporters is required to be realized fully and repatriated to the country within a period of 9 months from the date of exports. In view of the disruption caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, the time period for realization and repatriation of export proceeds for exports made up to or on July 31, 2020, has been extended to 15 months from the date of export. Th
Mar 30, 2020
Reserve Bank Announces Second Targeted Long Term Repo Operation (TLTRO)
As announced in the Statement of Developmental and Regulatory Policies on March 27, 2020, the Reserve Bank will conduct TLTROs of up to three years tenor of appropriate sizes for a total amount of up to ₹ 1,00,000 crore. The first tranche of TLTRO for ₹ 25,000 crores was conducted on March 27, 2020. It has now been decided to conduct another TLTRO for ₹ 25,000 crore. The details of the operation are as under: Sl. No. Date Notified Amount (₹ crore) Tenor Window Timing
As announced in the Statement of Developmental and Regulatory Policies on March 27, 2020, the Reserve Bank will conduct TLTROs of up to three years tenor of appropriate sizes for a total amount of up to ₹ 1,00,000 crore. The first tranche of TLTRO for ₹ 25,000 crores was conducted on March 27, 2020. It has now been decided to conduct another TLTRO for ₹ 25,000 crore. The details of the operation are as under: Sl. No. Date Notified Amount (₹ crore) Tenor Window Timing
Mar 30, 2020
RBI extends Fixed Rate Reverse Repo and MSF window
In view of the rapidly evolving financial conditions and taking into account the impact of disruptions caused by COVID-19, it has been decided as an interim measure to extend the window timings of Fixed Rate Reverse Repo and MSF operations to provide eligible market participants with greater flexibility in their liquidity management. The new window timings would be as under: Type of operation New Window Timing Old Window Timing Fixed-rate Reverse Repo 09:00 hrs to 23:
In view of the rapidly evolving financial conditions and taking into account the impact of disruptions caused by COVID-19, it has been decided as an interim measure to extend the window timings of Fixed Rate Reverse Repo and MSF operations to provide eligible market participants with greater flexibility in their liquidity management. The new window timings would be as under: Type of operation New Window Timing Old Window Timing Fixed-rate Reverse Repo 09:00 hrs to 23:
Mar 27, 2020
Reserve Bank announces Targeted Long Term Repo Operations (TLTROs)
1. As announced at the Governor’s press conference today, it has been decided to conduct TLTROs of up to three years of appropriate sizes for a total amount of ₹ 1,00,000 crores. Accordingly, it has been decided to conduct the first tranche for ₹ 25,000 crores today. The details of the operation are as under: Sl. No. Date Notified Amount (₹ crores) Tenor Window Timing Date of Reversal 1 March 27, 2020 25,000 3-year 2.00 PM - 3.00 PM March 24, 2023 2. The funds availed
1. As announced at the Governor’s press conference today, it has been decided to conduct TLTROs of up to three years of appropriate sizes for a total amount of ₹ 1,00,000 crores. Accordingly, it has been decided to conduct the first tranche for ₹ 25,000 crores today. The details of the operation are as under: Sl. No. Date Notified Amount (₹ crores) Tenor Window Timing Date of Reversal 1 March 27, 2020 25,000 3-year 2.00 PM - 3.00 PM March 24, 2023 2. The funds availed
Mar 27, 2020
Statement on Developmental and Regulatory Policies
This Statement sets out various developmental and regulatory policies that directly address the stress in financial conditions caused by COVID-19. They consist of: (i) expanding liquidity in the system sizeably to ensure that financial markets and institutions are able to function normally in the face of COVID-related dislocations; (ii) reinforcing monetary transmission so that bank credit flows on easier terms are sustained to those who have been affected by the pand
This Statement sets out various developmental and regulatory policies that directly address the stress in financial conditions caused by COVID-19. They consist of: (i) expanding liquidity in the system sizeably to ensure that financial markets and institutions are able to function normally in the face of COVID-related dislocations; (ii) reinforcing monetary transmission so that bank credit flows on easier terms are sustained to those who have been affected by the pand
Mar 27, 2020
Seventh Bi-monthly Monetary Policy Statement, 2019-20 Resolution of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) Reserve Bank of India
On the basis of an assessment of the current and evolving macroeconomic situation, the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) at its meeting today (March 27, 2020) decided to: reduce the policy repo rate under the liquidity adjustment facility (LAF) by 75 basis points to 4.40 per cent from 5.15 per cent with immediate effect; accordingly, the marginal standing facility (MSF) rate and the Bank Rate stand reduced to 4.65 per cent from 5.40 per cent; further, consequent upon th
On the basis of an assessment of the current and evolving macroeconomic situation, the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) at its meeting today (March 27, 2020) decided to: reduce the policy repo rate under the liquidity adjustment facility (LAF) by 75 basis points to 4.40 per cent from 5.15 per cent with immediate effect; accordingly, the marginal standing facility (MSF) rate and the Bank Rate stand reduced to 4.65 per cent from 5.40 per cent; further, consequent upon th
Mar 26, 2020
RBI enhances auction amount for Repo auction of March 26, 2020 to ₹ 50,000 crores
The Reserve Bank had, vide its press release 2110/2019-2020, advanced the variable rate term repo auction of ₹ 25,000 crores from March 30, 2020 to March 26, 2020. In a partial modification to the above press release, it has been decided to enhance the amount of the auction scheduled for March 26, 2020, i.e., today to ₹ 50,000 crores from ₹ 25,000 crores. All other details regarding the auction would remain the same. There is no change in the auction scheduled for Mar
The Reserve Bank had, vide its press release 2110/2019-2020, advanced the variable rate term repo auction of ₹ 25,000 crores from March 30, 2020 to March 26, 2020. In a partial modification to the above press release, it has been decided to enhance the amount of the auction scheduled for March 26, 2020, i.e., today to ₹ 50,000 crores from ₹ 25,000 crores. All other details regarding the auction would remain the same. There is no change in the auction scheduled for Mar
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