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Oct 12, 2017
17 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 Golden Trexim Pvt Ltd (Presently M/s Shri Jagannath Steels & Power Ltd) KJ
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 Golden Trexim Pvt Ltd (Presently M/s Shri Jagannath Steels & Power Ltd) KJ
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Oct 12, 2017
The Anantapur Co-operative Town Bank Ltd., Anantapuramu, Andhra Pradesh – Penalised
The Reserve Bank of India has imposed a monetary penalty of ₹ 0.50 lakh (Rupees Fifty thousand only) on The Anantapur Co-operative Town Bank Ltd., Anantapuramu, Andhra Pradesh 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
The Reserve Bank of India has imposed a monetary penalty of ₹ 0.50 lakh (Rupees Fifty thousand only) on The Anantapur Co-operative Town Bank Ltd., Anantapuramu, Andhra Pradesh 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
Oct 12, 2017
RBI releases Draft Directions regarding Framework for Authorisation of Electronic Trading Platforms under section 45 W of the RBI Act, 1934
The Reserve Bank of India today released Draft Directions for authorising Electronic Trading Platforms for financial market instruments regulated by the Reserve Bank. Comments on the draft guidelines are invited from banks, market participants and other interested parties by November 10, 2017. Feedback on the draft directions may be forwarded to: The Chief General Manager, Reserve Bank of India Financial Markets Regulation Department 1st Floor, Main Building Shahid Bh
The Reserve Bank of India today released Draft Directions for authorising Electronic Trading Platforms for financial market instruments regulated by the Reserve Bank. Comments on the draft guidelines are invited from banks, market participants and other interested parties by November 10, 2017. Feedback on the draft directions may be forwarded to: The Chief General Manager, Reserve Bank of India Financial Markets Regulation Department 1st Floor, Main Building Shahid Bh
Oct 11, 2017
Bilingual/Hindi House Magazine Competition for Public Sector Banks/ Financial Institutions – (2016-17)- Inviting Entries
The Reserve Bank of India has been conducting a Bilingual/Hindi House Magazine Competition for Public Sector Banks and Financial Institutions to encourage the use of Hindi (Rajbhasha). All PSBs/FIs are invited to send six copies each of Bilingual/Hindi House Magazine published during April 01, 2016 to March 31, 2017 alongwith the prescribed format duly filled in. The house magazines will be adjudged by an evaluation committee and Rajbhasha Department of Reserve Bank o
The Reserve Bank of India has been conducting a Bilingual/Hindi House Magazine Competition for Public Sector Banks and Financial Institutions to encourage the use of Hindi (Rajbhasha). All PSBs/FIs are invited to send six copies each of Bilingual/Hindi House Magazine published during April 01, 2016 to March 31, 2017 alongwith the prescribed format duly filled in. The house magazines will be adjudged by an evaluation committee and Rajbhasha Department of Reserve Bank o
Oct 10, 2017
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 the prohibition on loans and advances to Directo
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 the prohibition on loans and advances to Directo
Oct 10, 2017
The Bhavana Rishi Co-operative Urban Bank Ltd., Hyderabad, Telangana – Penalised
The Reserve Bank of India has imposed a monetary penalty of ₹ 1.00 lakh (Rupees One lakh only) on The Bhavana Rishi 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 relative
The Reserve Bank of India has imposed a monetary penalty of ₹ 1.00 lakh (Rupees One lakh only) on The Bhavana Rishi 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 relative
Oct 06, 2017
Sovereign Gold Bond 2017-18 Series-III
In terms of GoI notification F. No. 4(25) – B/(W&M)/2017 and RBI circular IDMD.CDD.No.929/14.04.050/2017-18 dated October 06, 2017, the Sovereign Gold Bond Scheme will be open for subscription from Monday to Wednesday of every week starting from October 09, 2017 until December 27, 2017. The settlement will be made on the first business day of the next week for the applications received during a given week. For the subscription period from October 09, 2017 to Octob
In terms of GoI notification F. No. 4(25) – B/(W&M)/2017 and RBI circular IDMD.CDD.No.929/14.04.050/2017-18 dated October 06, 2017, the Sovereign Gold Bond Scheme will be open for subscription from Monday to Wednesday of every week starting from October 09, 2017 until December 27, 2017. The settlement will be made on the first business day of the next week for the applications received during a given week. For the subscription period from October 09, 2017 to Octob
Oct 06, 2017
Sovereign Gold Bond Scheme
Government of India, in consultation with the Reserve Bank of India, has decided to issue Sovereign Gold Bonds. Applications for the bond will be accepted from October 09, 2017 to December 27, 2017, on a weekly basis. The Bonds will be issued on the succeeding Monday after each subscription period. The Bonds will be sold through banks, Stock Holding Corporation of India Limited (SHCIL), designated post offices and recognised stock exchanges viz., National Stock Exchan
Government of India, in consultation with the Reserve Bank of India, has decided to issue Sovereign Gold Bonds. Applications for the bond will be accepted from October 09, 2017 to December 27, 2017, on a weekly basis. The Bonds will be issued on the succeeding Monday after each subscription period. The Bonds will be sold through banks, Stock Holding Corporation of India Limited (SHCIL), designated post offices and recognised stock exchanges viz., National Stock Exchan
Oct 04, 2017
Fourth Bi-monthly Monetary Policy Statement, 2017-18 Resolution of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) Reserve Bank of India
On the basis of an assessment of the current and evolving macroeconomic situation at its meeting today, the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) decided to: • keep the policy repo rate under the liquidity adjustment facility (LAF) unchanged at 6.0 per cent. Consequently, the reverse repo rate under the LAF remains at 5.75 per cent, and the marginal standing facility (MSF) rate and the Bank Rate at 6.25 per cent. The decision of the MPC is consistent with a neutral stance o
On the basis of an assessment of the current and evolving macroeconomic situation at its meeting today, the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) decided to: • keep the policy repo rate under the liquidity adjustment facility (LAF) unchanged at 6.0 per cent. Consequently, the reverse repo rate under the LAF remains at 5.75 per cent, and the marginal standing facility (MSF) rate and the Bank Rate at 6.25 per cent. The decision of the MPC is consistent with a neutral stance o
Oct 04, 2017
Statement on Developmental and Regulatory Policies Reserve Bank of India
This Statement sets out various developmental and regulatory policy measures for further improving monetary transmission; strengthening banking regulation and supervision; broadening and deepening financial markets; and, extending the reach of financial services by enhancing the efficacy of the payment and settlement systems. I. Measures to Improve Monetary Policy Transmission 2. As indicated in the Statement on Developmental and Regulatory Policies of August 2, 2017,
This Statement sets out various developmental and regulatory policy measures for further improving monetary transmission; strengthening banking regulation and supervision; broadening and deepening financial markets; and, extending the reach of financial services by enhancing the efficacy of the payment and settlement systems. I. Measures to Improve Monetary Policy Transmission 2. As indicated in the Statement on Developmental and Regulatory Policies of August 2, 2017,
Oct 03, 2017
Directions under Section 35A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (AACS) – Shree Ganesh Sahakari Bank Ltd, Nashik, Maharashtra- Extension of period
The Shree Ganesh Sahakari Bank Ltd, Nashik, Maharashtra, was placed under directions vide directive dated April 01, 2013 from close of business on April 02, 2013. The validity of the directions was extended from time to time vide subsequent modified Directives, the last being Directive dated March 24, 2017 upto September 29, 2017, subject to review. It is hereby notified for the information of the public that, the Reserve Bank of India, in exercise of powers vested in
The Shree Ganesh Sahakari Bank Ltd, Nashik, Maharashtra, was placed under directions vide directive dated April 01, 2013 from close of business on April 02, 2013. The validity of the directions was extended from time to time vide subsequent modified Directives, the last being Directive dated March 24, 2017 upto September 29, 2017, subject to review. It is hereby notified for the information of the public that, the Reserve Bank of India, in exercise of powers vested in
Sep 29, 2017
Directions under Section 35A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (AACS) – Kapol Co-operative Bank Ltd., Mumbai, Maharashtra- Extension of period
The Kapol Co-operative Bank, Mumbai, Maharashtra, was placed under directions vide directive dated March 30, 2017 from close of business on March 30, 2017. 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 35A read with Section 56 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949, hereby directs that the Directive dated March 30, 2017 issued to the above bank, shall continue t
The Kapol Co-operative Bank, Mumbai, Maharashtra, was placed under directions vide directive dated March 30, 2017 from close of business on March 30, 2017. 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 35A read with Section 56 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949, hereby directs that the Directive dated March 30, 2017 issued to the above bank, shall continue t
Sep 29, 2017
Applicable Average Base Rate to be charged by NBFC-MFIs for the Quarter Beginning October 01, 2017
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, 2017 will be 9.06 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, 2017 will be 9.06 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
Sep 26, 2017
Directions under Section 35A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (AACS) – The R S Co-operative Bank Ltd., Mumbai, Maharashtra
The R S Co-operative Bank Ltd., Mumbai, Maharashtra, was placed under directions vide directive dated June 24, 2015, from close of business on June 26, 2015. The validity of the directions was extended and modified from time to time vide subsequent Directives, the last being dated March 20, 2017 and was valid upto September 25, 2017, subject to review. It is hereby notified for the information of the public that the Directive so issued to The R S Co-operative Bank Ltd
The R S Co-operative Bank Ltd., Mumbai, Maharashtra, was placed under directions vide directive dated June 24, 2015, from close of business on June 26, 2015. The validity of the directions was extended and modified from time to time vide subsequent Directives, the last being dated March 20, 2017 and was valid upto September 25, 2017, subject to review. It is hereby notified for the information of the public that the Directive so issued to The R S Co-operative Bank Ltd
Sep 25, 2017
NCFE’s National Financial Literacy Assessment Test (NCFE-NFLAT) 2017-18
National Centre for Financial Education (NCFE) invites all school students of class VI to XII to participate in the National Financial Literacy Assessment Test (NFLAT 2017-18) NCFE is a joint initiative of all financial sector regulators i.e. RBI, SEBI, IRDAI and PFRDA to implement the National Strategy for Financial Education and is currently being incubated at NISM. About NCFE-NFLAT 2017-18: The test is available in 3 categories i.e. NFLAT Junior (Class 6 to 8), NFL
National Centre for Financial Education (NCFE) invites all school students of class VI to XII to participate in the National Financial Literacy Assessment Test (NFLAT 2017-18) NCFE is a joint initiative of all financial sector regulators i.e. RBI, SEBI, IRDAI and PFRDA to implement the National Strategy for Financial Education and is currently being incubated at NISM. About NCFE-NFLAT 2017-18: The test is available in 3 categories i.e. NFLAT Junior (Class 6 to 8), NFL
Sep 22, 2017
Durga Co-operative Urban Bank Ltd., Vijaywada, Andhra Pradesh – Penalised
The Reserve Bank of India has imposed a monetary penalty of ₹ 5.00 lakh (Rupees Five lakh only) on Durga Co-operative Urban Bank Ltd., Vijaywada, Andhra Pradesh 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
The Reserve Bank of India has imposed a monetary penalty of ₹ 5.00 lakh (Rupees Five lakh only) on Durga Co-operative Urban Bank Ltd., Vijaywada, Andhra Pradesh 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
Sep 22, 2017
Jagruti Co-operative Urban Bank Ltd., Hyderabad, Telangana – Penalised
The Reserve Bank of India has imposed a monetary penalty of ₹ 0.50 lakh (Rupees fifty thousand only) on Jagruti 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. T
The Reserve Bank of India has imposed a monetary penalty of ₹ 0.50 lakh (Rupees fifty thousand only) on Jagruti 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. T
Sep 22, 2017
Ranga Reddy Co-operative Urban Bank Ltd., Hyderabad, Telangana – Penalised
The Reserve Bank of India has imposed a monetary penalty of ₹ 1.00 lakh (Rupees Five lakh only) on Ranga Reddy 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 Exposure Norms and Statutory/Other Restrictions-UCBs. T
The Reserve Bank of India has imposed a monetary penalty of ₹ 1.00 lakh (Rupees Five lakh only) on Ranga Reddy 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 Exposure Norms and Statutory/Other Restrictions-UCBs. T
Sep 21, 2017
Directions under Section 35A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (AACS) – Nashik Zilla Girna Sahakari Bank Ltd., Nashik, Maharashtra
Nashik Zilla Girna Sahakari Bank Ltd., Nashik, Maharashtra, was placed under directions for a period of six months from the close of business on September 9, 2015 vide directive dated September 8, 2015. The validity of the directions was extended vide modified directives dated March 03, 2016, August 25, 2016 and March 07, 2017 for a period of six months every time. It is hereby notified for the information of the public that the period of operation of the directive da
Nashik Zilla Girna Sahakari Bank Ltd., Nashik, Maharashtra, was placed under directions for a period of six months from the close of business on September 9, 2015 vide directive dated September 8, 2015. The validity of the directions was extended vide modified directives dated March 03, 2016, August 25, 2016 and March 07, 2017 for a period of six months every time. It is hereby notified for the information of the public that the period of operation of the directive da
Sep 18, 2017
Reserve Bank of India cancels the Licence of the Lokseva Sahakari Bank Ltd., Pune, Maharashtra
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has, vide order dated September 14, 2017 cancelled the licence of Lokseva Sahakari Bank Ltd., Pune, Maharashtra to carry on banking business, with effect from the close of business on September 18, 2017. The Registrar of Co-operative Societies, Maharashtra has also been requested to issue an order for winding up the bank and appointing a liquidator for the bank. The Reserve Bank cancelled the licence of the bank as: The bank does not ha
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has, vide order dated September 14, 2017 cancelled the licence of Lokseva Sahakari Bank Ltd., Pune, Maharashtra to carry on banking business, with effect from the close of business on September 18, 2017. The Registrar of Co-operative Societies, Maharashtra has also been requested to issue an order for winding up the bank and appointing a liquidator for the bank. The Reserve Bank cancelled the licence of the bank as: The bank does not ha
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