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Nov 16, 2015
RBI to issue ₹ 500 banknotes with inset letter "L"
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue ₹500 denomination Banknotes in the Mahatma Gandhi Series - 2005 with inset letter 'L' in both the numbering panels. The notes will bear the signature of Dr. Raghuram G. Rajan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India, and the year of printing '2015' printed on the reverse of the Banknote. The design of these notes to be issued now is similar in all respects to the ₹500 Banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi Series - 2005 issued earlier, includ
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue ₹500 denomination Banknotes in the Mahatma Gandhi Series - 2005 with inset letter 'L' in both the numbering panels. The notes will bear the signature of Dr. Raghuram G. Rajan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India, and the year of printing '2015' printed on the reverse of the Banknote. The design of these notes to be issued now is similar in all respects to the ₹500 Banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi Series - 2005 issued earlier, includ
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Nov 13, 2015
Pay IT dues in advance at RBI or at authorised bank branches
The Reserve Bank of India has appealed to income tax assessees to remit their income tax dues sufficiently in advance of the due date. It has also stated that assessees can use alternate channels like select branches of agency banks or the facility of online payment of taxes offered by these banks. These will obviate the inconvenience involved in standing in long queues at the Reserve Bank offices. It is observed that the rush for remitting Income –Tax dues through th
The Reserve Bank of India has appealed to income tax assessees to remit their income tax dues sufficiently in advance of the due date. It has also stated that assessees can use alternate channels like select branches of agency banks or the facility of online payment of taxes offered by these banks. These will obviate the inconvenience involved in standing in long queues at the Reserve Bank offices. It is observed that the rush for remitting Income –Tax dues through th
Nov 13, 2015
RBI extends last date for receipt of applications for authorising Bharat Bill Payment System Operating Units (BBPOUs)
The Reserve Bank of India has extended the last date for receiving applications for authorising Bharat Bill Payment System Operating Units (BBPOUs), to December 18, 2015 from the earlier November 20, 2015. This has been done keeping in view the difficulties expressed by various entities in meeting the deadline. Applications will now be accepted till the close of business as on December 18, 2015. It may, however, be noted that the applications received till close of bu
The Reserve Bank of India has extended the last date for receiving applications for authorising Bharat Bill Payment System Operating Units (BBPOUs), to December 18, 2015 from the earlier November 20, 2015. This has been done keeping in view the difficulties expressed by various entities in meeting the deadline. Applications will now be accepted till the close of business as on December 18, 2015. It may, however, be noted that the applications received till close of bu
Nov 05, 2015
RBI extends Directions issued to Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Nagari Sahakari Bank Maryadit, Aurangabad, Maharashtra till February 03, 2016
The Reserve Bank of India has extended Directions issued to Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Nagari Sahakari Bank Maryadit, Aurangabad for a further period of three months from November 04, 2015 to February 03, 2016, subject to review. The bank was under directions since May 2012. The Directions were earlier extended on six occasions for a period of six months each. The Directions were imposed in exercise of powers vested in the Reserve Bank under sub section (1) of Section 35A
The Reserve Bank of India has extended Directions issued to Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Nagari Sahakari Bank Maryadit, Aurangabad for a further period of three months from November 04, 2015 to February 03, 2016, subject to review. The bank was under directions since May 2012. The Directions were earlier extended on six occasions for a period of six months each. The Directions were imposed in exercise of powers vested in the Reserve Bank under sub section (1) of Section 35A
Nov 05, 2015
RBI imposes Monetary Penalty on The Vardhman Co-operative Bank Ltd., Dist. Jamnagar (Gujarat)
The Reserve Bank of India has imposed a monetary penalty of ₹ 5.00 lakh (Rupees Five Lakh) on The Vardhman Co-operative Bank Ltd., Dist. Jamnagar (Gujarat), 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 RBI guidelines and instructions relating to (i) Know Your Customer (KYC) guidelines, (ii) by not putting in place
The Reserve Bank of India has imposed a monetary penalty of ₹ 5.00 lakh (Rupees Five Lakh) on The Vardhman Co-operative Bank Ltd., Dist. Jamnagar (Gujarat), 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 RBI guidelines and instructions relating to (i) Know Your Customer (KYC) guidelines, (ii) by not putting in place
Nov 05, 2015
RBI imposes Monetary Penalty on Dhanlaxmi Bank Ltd
The Reserve Bank of India has imposed a monetary penalty of ₹ 10 million on Dhanlaxmi Bank Ltd. for violation of its instructions, among other things, on Know Your Customer (KYC) norms and Anti Money Laundering (AML) standards. The penalty has been imposed in exercise of powers vested in the Reserve Bank under the provisions of Section 47(A) (1) (c) read with Section 46(4)(i) of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949, taking into account the violations of the instructions/
The Reserve Bank of India has imposed a monetary penalty of ₹ 10 million on Dhanlaxmi Bank Ltd. for violation of its instructions, among other things, on Know Your Customer (KYC) norms and Anti Money Laundering (AML) standards. The penalty has been imposed in exercise of powers vested in the Reserve Bank under the provisions of Section 47(A) (1) (c) read with Section 46(4)(i) of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949, taking into account the violations of the instructions/
Nov 03, 2015
Minimum Deposit to be 30 grams of Raw Gold in Gold Monetisation Scheme
The Reserve Bank of India has modified the minimum amount of gold that can be deposited under the Gold Monetisation Scheme under the Reserve Bank of India (Gold Monetisation Scheme), Direction, 2015. The modification provides that the minimum deposit at any one time shall be 30 grams of raw gold (bars, coins, jewellery excluding stones and other metals). It was represented that in view of the fact it would not be possible for the general public to determine, ex ante,
The Reserve Bank of India has modified the minimum amount of gold that can be deposited under the Gold Monetisation Scheme under the Reserve Bank of India (Gold Monetisation Scheme), Direction, 2015. The modification provides that the minimum deposit at any one time shall be 30 grams of raw gold (bars, coins, jewellery excluding stones and other metals). It was represented that in view of the fact it would not be possible for the general public to determine, ex ante,
Nov 03, 2015
RBI imposes Monetary Penalty on The Madanapalle Co-operative Town Bank Ltd. Madanapalle, Chittor District, Andhra Pradesh
The Reserve Bank of India has imposed a monetary penalty of ₹ 1.00 lakh (Rupees one lakh only) on The Madanapalle Co-operative Town Bank Ltd., Madanapalle, Chittoor District, 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 Section 20 and Section 20 A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (As Applicabl
The Reserve Bank of India has imposed a monetary penalty of ₹ 1.00 lakh (Rupees one lakh only) on The Madanapalle Co-operative Town Bank Ltd., Madanapalle, Chittoor District, 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 Section 20 and Section 20 A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (As Applicabl
Nov 03, 2015
RBI imposes Monetary Penalty on Chaitanya 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 Chaitanya 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 guidelines/directives of Reserve Bank of India on loans and advances to directors and their relatives. The R
The Reserve Bank of India has imposed a monetary penalty of ₹ 1.00 lakh (Rupees one lakh only) on Chaitanya 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 guidelines/directives of Reserve Bank of India on loans and advances to directors and their relatives. The R
Nov 03, 2015
RBI imposes Monetary Penalty on The Mehsana District Central Cooperative Bank Ltd., Mehsana (Gujarat)
The Reserve Bank of India has imposed a monetary penalty of ₹ 5.00 lakh (Rupees Five Lakh only) on The Mehsana District Central Cooperative Bank Ltd., Mehsana (Gujarat) 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 provisions of Section 22(3)(b) of the B.R.Act, 1949 (AACS) relating to “the affairs of the co-oper
The Reserve Bank of India has imposed a monetary penalty of ₹ 5.00 lakh (Rupees Five Lakh only) on The Mehsana District Central Cooperative Bank Ltd., Mehsana (Gujarat) 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 provisions of Section 22(3)(b) of the B.R.Act, 1949 (AACS) relating to “the affairs of the co-oper
Nov 02, 2015
RBI extends Direction on The C.K.P. Co-operative Bank Ltd., Mumbai, Maharashtra
The Reserve Bank of India, on October 28, 2015, extended the period of operation of its directive on The C.K.P. Cooperative Bank Ltd., for a further period of three months from the close of business on October 31, 2015. The direction is subject to review. The other terms and conditions of the directive remain unchanged. A copy of the directive dated October 28, 2015 notifying the modification is displayed on the bank’s premises for perusal of public. The modification
The Reserve Bank of India, on October 28, 2015, extended the period of operation of its directive on The C.K.P. Cooperative Bank Ltd., for a further period of three months from the close of business on October 31, 2015. The direction is subject to review. The other terms and conditions of the directive remain unchanged. A copy of the directive dated October 28, 2015 notifying the modification is displayed on the bank’s premises for perusal of public. The modification
Oct 30, 2015
RBI imposes Monetary Penalty on Balasinor Nagarik Sahakari Bank Ltd., Balasinor, Dist. Mahisagar
The Reserve Bank of India has imposed a monetary penalty of ₹ 2.00 lakh (Rupees Two Lakh) on Balasinor Nagarik Sahakari Bank Ltd., Balasinor, Dist. Mahisagar (Gujarat), 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 pertaining to (i) non-compliance with operational instructions imposed by RBI u/s 36 (1) of the B R Act
The Reserve Bank of India has imposed a monetary penalty of ₹ 2.00 lakh (Rupees Two Lakh) on Balasinor Nagarik Sahakari Bank Ltd., Balasinor, Dist. Mahisagar (Gujarat), 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 pertaining to (i) non-compliance with operational instructions imposed by RBI u/s 36 (1) of the B R Act
Oct 30, 2015
RBI extends Directions on the Bhopal Nagrik Sahakari Bank Ltd., Bhopal (M.P.)
The Reserve Bank of India has issued certain Directions to Bhopal Nagrik Sahakari Bank Ltd., Bhopal (M.P.). The directive shall continue to apply for a further period of six months from November 01, 2015 to April 30, 2016, subject to review. The bank is under directions from the close of business of October 31, 2012. According to the Directions, Bhopal Nagrik Sahakari Bank Ltd., Bhopal (M.P.) cannot, from the close of business on October 31, 2012 and without prior app
The Reserve Bank of India has issued certain Directions to Bhopal Nagrik Sahakari Bank Ltd., Bhopal (M.P.). The directive shall continue to apply for a further period of six months from November 01, 2015 to April 30, 2016, subject to review. The bank is under directions from the close of business of October 31, 2012. According to the Directions, Bhopal Nagrik Sahakari Bank Ltd., Bhopal (M.P.) cannot, from the close of business on October 31, 2012 and without prior app
Oct 22, 2015
RBI issues direction on implementation of Gold Monetisation Scheme (GMS), 2015
The Reserve Bank of India today issued a Direction to all Scheduled Commercial Banks (excluding Regional Rural Banks) on implementation of the Gold Monetisation Scheme, 2015 notified by the Central Government. The Scheme The GMS will replace the existing Gold Deposit Scheme, 1999. However, the deposits outstanding under the Gold Deposit Scheme will be allowed to run till maturity unless the depositors prematurely withdraw them. Resident Indians (Individuals, HUF, Trus
The Reserve Bank of India today issued a Direction to all Scheduled Commercial Banks (excluding Regional Rural Banks) on implementation of the Gold Monetisation Scheme, 2015 notified by the Central Government. The Scheme The GMS will replace the existing Gold Deposit Scheme, 1999. However, the deposits outstanding under the Gold Deposit Scheme will be allowed to run till maturity unless the depositors prematurely withdraw them. Resident Indians (Individuals, HUF, Trus
Oct 20, 2015
RBI invites Applications for authorising Bharat Bill Payment System Operating Units (BBPOUs)
The Reserve Bank of India today invited applications for authorisation from entities currently engaged in bill payments and desirous of operating as Bharat Bill Payment System Operating Units (BBPOUs) under the Bharat Bill Payment System (BBPS). The BBPS will be an authorised payment system operated by National Payment Corporation of India (NPCI). To begin with, under BBPS the BBPOUs will function as entities facilitating collection of repetitive payments for everyday
The Reserve Bank of India today invited applications for authorisation from entities currently engaged in bill payments and desirous of operating as Bharat Bill Payment System Operating Units (BBPOUs) under the Bharat Bill Payment System (BBPS). The BBPS will be an authorised payment system operated by National Payment Corporation of India (NPCI). To begin with, under BBPS the BBPOUs will function as entities facilitating collection of repetitive payments for everyday
Oct 20, 2015
RBI modifies the Directive imposed on the Indian Mercantile Co-operative Bank Ltd., Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
The Reserve Bank of India has notified that in partial modification of its Directive dated July 30, 2014, it has, vide directive dated October 19, 2015, modified the directions on the Indian Mercantile Co-operative Bank Ltd., Lucknow. The bank has been originally placed under directions w.e.f June 12, 2014 vide directive dated June 04, 2014. In terms of the said Directive dated July 30, 2014, among other conditions, a sum not exceeding ₹ 1,00,000/- of the total balanc
The Reserve Bank of India has notified that in partial modification of its Directive dated July 30, 2014, it has, vide directive dated October 19, 2015, modified the directions on the Indian Mercantile Co-operative Bank Ltd., Lucknow. The bank has been originally placed under directions w.e.f June 12, 2014 vide directive dated June 04, 2014. In terms of the said Directive dated July 30, 2014, among other conditions, a sum not exceeding ₹ 1,00,000/- of the total balanc
Oct 17, 2015
RBI opens Sub-office in Imphal
The Reserve Bank of India opened its sub-office in Imphal on October 17, 2015. Shri O.Ibobi Singh, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Manipur and Shri Harun R. Khan, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India, inaugurated the Reserve Bank’s sub-office in Imphal. The contact details of the sub-office are as under: Postal Address :- The General Manager (Officer-in-Charge), Reserve Bank of India, Chairman Bungalow (Hill Area Committee), Opposite Assembly, Chingmeirong, Lilashingkhong
The Reserve Bank of India opened its sub-office in Imphal on October 17, 2015. Shri O.Ibobi Singh, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Manipur and Shri Harun R. Khan, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India, inaugurated the Reserve Bank’s sub-office in Imphal. The contact details of the sub-office are as under: Postal Address :- The General Manager (Officer-in-Charge), Reserve Bank of India, Chairman Bungalow (Hill Area Committee), Opposite Assembly, Chingmeirong, Lilashingkhong
Oct 15, 2015
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 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 such software; nor
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 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 such software; nor
Oct 15, 2015
RBI opens Sub-office at Aizawl
Photographs The Reserve Bank of India today opened a Sub-office at Aizawl to take care of immediate needs of the State of Mizoram. The Sub-office was inaugurated by Pu Lal Thanhawla, Chief Minister of Mizoram and Dr. Raghuram G. Rajan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India. The Sub-office comprises Financial Inclusion and Development Department (FIDD), Market Intelligence Cell and Consumer Education & Protection Cell (for complaints). The contact details of the Sub-offi
Photographs The Reserve Bank of India today opened a Sub-office at Aizawl to take care of immediate needs of the State of Mizoram. The Sub-office was inaugurated by Pu Lal Thanhawla, Chief Minister of Mizoram and Dr. Raghuram G. Rajan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India. The Sub-office comprises Financial Inclusion and Development Department (FIDD), Market Intelligence Cell and Consumer Education & Protection Cell (for complaints). The contact details of the Sub-offi
Oct 14, 2015
RBI to Issue ₹ 10 Bank notes with inset letter "P"
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue ₹ 10 denomination bank notes in the Mahatma Gandhi Series-2005, with inset letter 'P' in both the numbering panels, bearing the signature of Dr. Raghuram G. Rajan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India. The year of printing '2015' appears on the reverse of the Bank note. The design of these bank notes to be issued now is similar in all respects to the ₹ 10 bank notes in Mahatma Gandhi Series-2005 issued earlier. All the bank note
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue ₹ 10 denomination bank notes in the Mahatma Gandhi Series-2005, with inset letter 'P' in both the numbering panels, bearing the signature of Dr. Raghuram G. Rajan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India. The year of printing '2015' appears on the reverse of the Bank note. The design of these bank notes to be issued now is similar in all respects to the ₹ 10 bank notes in Mahatma Gandhi Series-2005 issued earlier. All the bank note
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