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Jul 09, 2019
Directions under Section 35A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949(AACS) - Kolikata Mahila Cooperative Bank Ltd., Kolkata
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(AACS) read with Section 56 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has issued certain Directions to Kolikata Mahila Cooperative Bank Limited, 8D Krishna Laha Lane, Kolkata – 700 012, West Bengal whereby, as from the close of business on July 9, 2019, it is directed that the af
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(AACS) read with Section 56 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has issued certain Directions to Kolikata Mahila Cooperative Bank Limited, 8D Krishna Laha Lane, Kolkata – 700 012, West Bengal whereby, as from the close of business on July 9, 2019, it is directed that the af
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Jul 09, 2019
Directions under Section 35A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (AACS) - Sri Bharathi Co-operative Urban Bank Ltd., Hyderabad, Telangana - Extension of Period of validity
The Reserve Bank of India in the public interest, had issued directions to Sri Bharathi Co-operative Urban Bank Ltd., Hyderabad, Telangana in exercise of powers vested in it under Section 35A read with section 56 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949. These directions were in force from close of business on January 02, 2019 and were valid up to July 02, 2019, subject to review. Reserve Bank of India is satisfied that in the public interest, it is necessary to extend the
The Reserve Bank of India in the public interest, had issued directions to Sri Bharathi Co-operative Urban Bank Ltd., Hyderabad, Telangana in exercise of powers vested in it under Section 35A read with section 56 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949. These directions were in force from close of business on January 02, 2019 and were valid up to July 02, 2019, subject to review. Reserve Bank of India is satisfied that in the public interest, it is necessary to extend the
Jul 05, 2019
Directions under Section 35A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (AACS) - Youth Development Co-op. Bank Ltd., Kolhapur, Maharashtra
Youth Development Co-op. Bank Ltd., Kolhapur, Maharashtra, was placed under Directions from close of business on January 05, 2019, for a period of six months, vide Directive dated January 04, 2019 and the Directions are valid up to July 05, 2019 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 it under sub-section (1) of Section 35A read with Section 56 of the Banking Regulation
Youth Development Co-op. Bank Ltd., Kolhapur, Maharashtra, was placed under Directions from close of business on January 05, 2019, for a period of six months, vide Directive dated January 04, 2019 and the Directions are valid up to July 05, 2019 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 it under sub-section (1) of Section 35A read with Section 56 of the Banking Regulation
Jul 04, 2019
Amanath Co-operative Bank Ltd., Bengaluru- Extension of All Inclusive Directions under Section 35A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949(AACS)
It is hereby notified for information of public that the Reserve Bank of India is satisfied that in the public interest, it is necessary to extend the period of operation of the directive dated April 1, 2013 read with subsequent directives, last being dated December 21, 2018 issued to the Amanath Cooperative Bank Ltd, Bengaluru for a further period of six months. Accordingly, the Reserve Bank of India, in exercise of powers vested in it under sub section (1) of Sectio
It is hereby notified for information of public that the Reserve Bank of India is satisfied that in the public interest, it is necessary to extend the period of operation of the directive dated April 1, 2013 read with subsequent directives, last being dated December 21, 2018 issued to the Amanath Cooperative Bank Ltd, Bengaluru for a further period of six months. Accordingly, the Reserve Bank of India, in exercise of powers vested in it under sub section (1) of Sectio
Jun 28, 2019
RBI opens third office of the Ombudsman at New Delhi
As announced in the Monetary Policy Statement of December 5, 2018, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) launched the Ombudsman Scheme for Digital Transactions (OSDT) on January 31, 2019. The Reserve Bank has set up a third office of the Banking Ombudsman (BO) and Ombudsman for Digital Transactions (ODT) at Reserve Bank of India, New Delhi (New Delhi-III) with a view to meet the growing demand for resolution under the Banking Ombudsman Scheme and the OSDT. This office will
As announced in the Monetary Policy Statement of December 5, 2018, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) launched the Ombudsman Scheme for Digital Transactions (OSDT) on January 31, 2019. The Reserve Bank has set up a third office of the Banking Ombudsman (BO) and Ombudsman for Digital Transactions (ODT) at Reserve Bank of India, New Delhi (New Delhi-III) with a view to meet the growing demand for resolution under the Banking Ombudsman Scheme and the OSDT. This office will
Jun 27, 2019
4 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. KRC Insurance Advisors Private Limited (presently known as KRChoksey Insurance Ad
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. KRC Insurance Advisors Private Limited (presently known as KRChoksey Insurance Ad
Jun 27, 2019
RBI cancels Certificate of Registration of 23 NBFCs
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 cancelled the Certificate of Registration of the following companies. Sl. No. Name of the Company Registered Office address of the Company CoR No Date of issue of CoR Date of Cancellation of CoR 1. Ansun Investments Limited B-123, Okhla Industrial Area Phase-1, New Delhi-110 020 B-14.01774 June 21, 2000 May 10, 2019 2. Intimate Finance &
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 cancelled the Certificate of Registration of the following companies. Sl. No. Name of the Company Registered Office address of the Company CoR No Date of issue of CoR Date of Cancellation of CoR 1. Ansun Investments Limited B-123, Okhla Industrial Area Phase-1, New Delhi-110 020 B-14.01774 June 21, 2000 May 10, 2019 2. Intimate Finance &
Jun 26, 2019
Public can continue to accept all the coins as legal tender: RBI
The Reserve Bank of India puts into circulation coins minted by the Government of India. These coins have distinctive features. Coins in new denominations to meet transaction needs of public and coins in new designs to reflect various themes - economic, social and cultural - are introduced from time to time. As coins remain in circulation for a longer period, coins of different designs and sizes circulate at the same time. Presently, coins of 50 paise, ₹ 1/-, 2/-, 5/-
The Reserve Bank of India puts into circulation coins minted by the Government of India. These coins have distinctive features. Coins in new denominations to meet transaction needs of public and coins in new designs to reflect various themes - economic, social and cultural - are introduced from time to time. As coins remain in circulation for a longer period, coins of different designs and sizes circulate at the same time. Presently, coins of 50 paise, ₹ 1/-, 2/-, 5/-
Jun 26, 2019
Directions under Section 35A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (AACS) - The CKP Co-operative Bank Ltd, Mumbai, Maharashtra
The CKP Co-operative Bank Ltd, Mumbai, Maharashtra, was placed under directions vide directive dated April 30, 2014, from close of business on May 2, 2014. The validity of the directions was extended from time to time vide subsequent Directives, the last being vide Directive dated May 30, 2019 and was valid upto June 30, 2019 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 it u
The CKP Co-operative Bank Ltd, Mumbai, Maharashtra, was placed under directions vide directive dated April 30, 2014, from close of business on May 2, 2014. The validity of the directions was extended from time to time vide subsequent Directives, the last being vide Directive dated May 30, 2019 and was valid upto June 30, 2019 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 it u
Jun 26, 2019
National Urban Co-operative Bank Ltd., Bahraich (U.P.) - Penalised
The Reserve Bank of India has imposed a monetary penalty of ₹ 1,00,000/- (Rupees One Lakh Only) on National Urban Co-operative Bank Ltd., Bahraich, (U.P.) in exercise of powers vested under the provisions of Section 47A(1)(c) read with Section 46(4) of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (As Applicable to Co-operative Societies) for violation of RBI Instructions/Guidelines relating to delay in submission of compliance to Inspection Report of RBI, Know Your Customer (KYC)
The Reserve Bank of India has imposed a monetary penalty of ₹ 1,00,000/- (Rupees One Lakh Only) on National Urban Co-operative Bank Ltd., Bahraich, (U.P.) in exercise of powers vested under the provisions of Section 47A(1)(c) read with Section 46(4) of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (As Applicable to Co-operative Societies) for violation of RBI Instructions/Guidelines relating to delay in submission of compliance to Inspection Report of RBI, Know Your Customer (KYC)
Jun 26, 2019
Gomti Nagariya Sahkari Bank Ltd., Jaunpur (U.P.) - Penalised
The Reserve Bank of India has imposed a monetary penalty of ₹ 2,00,000/- (Rupees Two Lakh Only) on Gomti Nagariya Sahkari Bank Ltd., Jaunpur, (U.P.) in exercise of powers vested under the provisions of Section 47A(1)(c) read with Section 46(4) of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (As Applicable to Co-operative Societies) for violation of RBI Instructions/Guidelines relating to Income Recognition, Asset Classification, Provisioning and Other Related Matters – UCBs, Exce
The Reserve Bank of India has imposed a monetary penalty of ₹ 2,00,000/- (Rupees Two Lakh Only) on Gomti Nagariya Sahkari Bank Ltd., Jaunpur, (U.P.) in exercise of powers vested under the provisions of Section 47A(1)(c) read with Section 46(4) of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (As Applicable to Co-operative Societies) for violation of RBI Instructions/Guidelines relating to Income Recognition, Asset Classification, Provisioning and Other Related Matters – UCBs, Exce
Jun 24, 2019
Launch of Complaint Management System by RBI
The “Complaint Management System (CMS)” of RBI was launched by the Governor, RBI today. It is a software application to facilitate RBI’s grievance redressal processes. Members of public can access the CMS portal at RBI’s website to lodge their complaints against any of the entities regulated by RBI. Keeping the convenience of the customers in mind, CMS has been designed to enable on-line filing of complaints. It provides features such as acknowledgement through SMS/Em
The “Complaint Management System (CMS)” of RBI was launched by the Governor, RBI today. It is a software application to facilitate RBI’s grievance redressal processes. Members of public can access the CMS portal at RBI’s website to lodge their complaints against any of the entities regulated by RBI. Keeping the convenience of the customers in mind, CMS has been designed to enable on-line filing of complaints. It provides features such as acknowledgement through SMS/Em
Jun 19, 2019
Reserve Bank of India imposes monetary penalty on South Indian Bank Limited
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has imposed, by order dated June 13, 2019, monetary penalty of ₹1 million on South Indian Bank Limited (the bank) for non-compliance with directions issued by RBI on ‘Guarantees and Co-acceptances’. The penalty has been imposed in exercise of powers vested in RBI under the provisions of Section 47A(1)(c) read with Section 46(4)(i) of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949, taking into account failure of the bank to adhere to the aforesaid dir
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has imposed, by order dated June 13, 2019, monetary penalty of ₹1 million on South Indian Bank Limited (the bank) for non-compliance with directions issued by RBI on ‘Guarantees and Co-acceptances’. The penalty has been imposed in exercise of powers vested in RBI under the provisions of Section 47A(1)(c) read with Section 46(4)(i) of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949, taking into account failure of the bank to adhere to the aforesaid dir
Jun 18, 2019
Reserve Bank of India imposes monetary penalty on HDFC Bank Limited
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has imposed, by order dated June 13, 2019, monetary penalty of ₹10 million on HDFC Bank Limited (the bank) for non-compliance with directions issued by RBI on ‘Know Your Customer (KYC/ Anti-Money Laundering (AML) norms’ and on reporting of frauds. The penalty has been imposed in exercise of powers vested in RBI under the provisions of Section 47A(1)(c) read with Section 46(4)(i) of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949, taking into account f
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has imposed, by order dated June 13, 2019, monetary penalty of ₹10 million on HDFC Bank Limited (the bank) for non-compliance with directions issued by RBI on ‘Know Your Customer (KYC/ Anti-Money Laundering (AML) norms’ and on reporting of frauds. The penalty has been imposed in exercise of powers vested in RBI under the provisions of Section 47A(1)(c) read with Section 46(4)(i) of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949, taking into account f
Jun 14, 2019
Extension of Directions imposed on Vasantdada Nagari Sahakari Bank Ltd., Osmanabad, Maharashtra
Reserve Bank of India, in the public interest, had issued directions to Vasantdada Nagari Sahakari Bank Ltd., Osmanabad, Maharashtra in exercise of powers vested in it under sub-section (1) of Section 35A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (AACS) from the close of business on November 13, 2017. Reserve Bank of India has now further extended the directions for a period of three months from June 14, 2019 to September 13, 2019. The Directions stipulate certain restricti
Reserve Bank of India, in the public interest, had issued directions to Vasantdada Nagari Sahakari Bank Ltd., Osmanabad, Maharashtra in exercise of powers vested in it under sub-section (1) of Section 35A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (AACS) from the close of business on November 13, 2017. Reserve Bank of India has now further extended the directions for a period of three months from June 14, 2019 to September 13, 2019. The Directions stipulate certain restricti
Jun 07, 2019
Reserve Bank of India imposes monetary penalty on Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has, by an order dated June 06, 2019, imposed a monetary penalty of ₹ 20 million on Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited (the bank) for non-compliance with the directions issued to the bank by RBI in exercise of its powers under sections 27(2) and 35A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (the Act) to furnish information specified therein. This penalty has been imposed in exercise of powers vested in RBI under the provisions of Section 47A(1)(c) r
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has, by an order dated June 06, 2019, imposed a monetary penalty of ₹ 20 million on Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited (the bank) for non-compliance with the directions issued to the bank by RBI in exercise of its powers under sections 27(2) and 35A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (the Act) to furnish information specified therein. This penalty has been imposed in exercise of powers vested in RBI under the provisions of Section 47A(1)(c) r
Jun 04, 2019
RBI issues Directions to Kerala Mercantile Co-operative Bank Ltd, No. 2626, Kozhikode, Kerala
The Reserve Bank of India, vide directive dated May 29, 2019 has placed the Kerala Mercantile Co-operative Bank Ltd, No. 2626, Kozhikode, Kerala under Directions. According to the Directions, depositors will be allowed to withdraw a sum not exceeding ₹2000 (Rupees Two Thousand only) of the total balance held in every savings bank or current account or any other deposit account by whatever name called, subject to conditions stipulated in the RBI Directions. Kerala Merc
The Reserve Bank of India, vide directive dated May 29, 2019 has placed the Kerala Mercantile Co-operative Bank Ltd, No. 2626, Kozhikode, Kerala under Directions. According to the Directions, depositors will be allowed to withdraw a sum not exceeding ₹2000 (Rupees Two Thousand only) of the total balance held in every savings bank or current account or any other deposit account by whatever name called, subject to conditions stipulated in the RBI Directions. Kerala Merc
Jun 04, 2019
Marginal Cost of Funds Based Lending Rate (MCLR) for the month May 2019
The Reserve Bank of India has today released Lending Rates of Scheduled Commercial Banks based on data received during the month of May 2019. Ajit Prasad Assistant Adviser Press Release : 2018-2019/2859
The Reserve Bank of India has today released Lending Rates of Scheduled Commercial Banks based on data received during the month of May 2019. Ajit Prasad Assistant Adviser Press Release : 2018-2019/2859
May 31, 2019
Financial Literacy Week 2019
The Financial Literacy Week is an initiative of RBI to promote awareness on key topics every year through a focused campaign. Financial Literacy Week 2019 will be observed from June 3-7 on the theme of “Farmers” and how they benefit by being a part of the formal banking system. Growth in agriculture is necessary for the overall economic growth & finance is an essential enabler for the same. RBI is actively involved in formulating policies that enhance the flow of
The Financial Literacy Week is an initiative of RBI to promote awareness on key topics every year through a focused campaign. Financial Literacy Week 2019 will be observed from June 3-7 on the theme of “Farmers” and how they benefit by being a part of the formal banking system. Growth in agriculture is necessary for the overall economic growth & finance is an essential enabler for the same. RBI is actively involved in formulating policies that enhance the flow of
May 31, 2019
Directions under Section 35A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (AACS) - The CKP Co-operative Bank Ltd, Mumbai, Maharashtra
The CKP Co-operative Bank Ltd, Mumbai, Maharashtra, was placed under directions vide directive dated April 30, 2014, from close of business on May 2, 2014. The validity of the directions was extended from time to time vide subsequent Directives, the last being Directive dated February 26, 2019 and was valid upto May 31, 2019 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 it un
The CKP Co-operative Bank Ltd, Mumbai, Maharashtra, was placed under directions vide directive dated April 30, 2014, from close of business on May 2, 2014. The validity of the directions was extended from time to time vide subsequent Directives, the last being Directive dated February 26, 2019 and was valid upto May 31, 2019 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 it un
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