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Jan 11, 2017
RBI cancels Certificate of Registration of 7 NBFCs
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has cancelled the certificate of registration of the following non-banking financial companies (NBFCs). The Reserve Bank, in exercise of the powers conferred on it under Section 45-IA (6) of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934. Sr. No. Name of the Company Registered Office Address CoR No. Issued On Cancellation Order Date 1 M/s Virk Hire Purchase Limited 88, Kapurthala Road, Jalandhar – 144008 (Punjab) A-06.00467 June 08, 2007 November
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has cancelled the certificate of registration of the following non-banking financial companies (NBFCs). The Reserve Bank, in exercise of the powers conferred on it under Section 45-IA (6) of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934. Sr. No. Name of the Company Registered Office Address CoR No. Issued On Cancellation Order Date 1 M/s Virk Hire Purchase Limited 88, Kapurthala Road, Jalandhar – 144008 (Punjab) A-06.00467 June 08, 2007 November
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Jan 10, 2017
RBI extends Directions issued to The Suri Friends’ Union Co-operative Bank Ltd., Suri, West Bengal
The Reserve Bank of India has extended directions issued to The Suri Friends’ Union Co-operative Bank Ltd., Suri, West Bengal, for a further period of six months with partial modifications namely: (i) A sum not exceeding ₹ 50,000/- may be allowed to be withdrawn by depositor, provided that wherever such depositor is having liability to the bank in any manner, i.e. either as a borrower or surety, including loans against the bank deposits, the amount may be adjusted fir
The Reserve Bank of India has extended directions issued to The Suri Friends’ Union Co-operative Bank Ltd., Suri, West Bengal, for a further period of six months with partial modifications namely: (i) A sum not exceeding ₹ 50,000/- may be allowed to be withdrawn by depositor, provided that wherever such depositor is having liability to the bank in any manner, i.e. either as a borrower or surety, including loans against the bank deposits, the amount may be adjusted fir
Jan 06, 2017
RBI Imposes Monetary Penalty on Lakshmi Vilas Bank
The Reserve Bank of India has imposed a monetary penalty of ₹ 30 million on Lakshmi Vilas Bank Ltd. (LVB) for contravention of instructions relating to opening and operation of current accounts, extending bill discounting facilities to non-constituents and walk-in customers and non-adherence to KYC norms. This 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
The Reserve Bank of India has imposed a monetary penalty of ₹ 30 million on Lakshmi Vilas Bank Ltd. (LVB) for contravention of instructions relating to opening and operation of current accounts, extending bill discounting facilities to non-constituents and walk-in customers and non-adherence to KYC norms. This 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
Jan 06, 2017
RBI extends Directions issued to the Brahmawart Commercial Co-operative Bank Ltd., Kanpur Uttar Pradesh
The Reserve Bank of India has extended Directions issued to the Brahmawart Commercial Co-operative Bank Ltd., Kanpur for a further period of six months from January 07, 2017 to July 06, 2017, subject to review. The bank has been under directions issued under Section 35A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (AACS) since July 07, 2015. The aforesaid directive was modified and its validity extended upto January 06, 2017. The same has further been extended upto July 06, 20
The Reserve Bank of India has extended Directions issued to the Brahmawart Commercial Co-operative Bank Ltd., Kanpur for a further period of six months from January 07, 2017 to July 06, 2017, subject to review. The bank has been under directions issued under Section 35A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (AACS) since July 07, 2015. The aforesaid directive was modified and its validity extended upto January 06, 2017. The same has further been extended upto July 06, 20
Jan 05, 2017
Clarification regarding Specified Bank Notes (SBNs)
There had been various estimates on SBNs tendered in certain sections. We would like to clarify that the periodical SBN figures released by us were based on aggregation of accounting entries done at the large no of Currency Chests all over the country. Now that the Scheme has come to an end on December 30, 2016, these figures would need to be reconciled with the physical cash balances to eliminate accounting errors/ possible double counts etc. RBI has already initiate
There had been various estimates on SBNs tendered in certain sections. We would like to clarify that the periodical SBN figures released by us were based on aggregation of accounting entries done at the large no of Currency Chests all over the country. Now that the Scheme has come to an end on December 30, 2016, these figures would need to be reconciled with the physical cash balances to eliminate accounting errors/ possible double counts etc. RBI has already initiate
Jan 04, 2017
RBI extends Direction issued to the Amanath Co-operative Bank Ltd., Bengaluru
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 June 29,2016 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 Section 35A
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 June 29,2016 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 Section 35A
Dec 31, 2016
RBI introduces Facility for Citizens and NRIs who were Abroad for Exchange of SBNs
The Reserve Bank of India has introduced a facility of exchange of specified bank notes (SBNs) to give an opportunity to Indian citizens and non resident Indian (NRI) citizens who were abroad during November 9, 2016 to December 30, 2016. Resident Indian citizens who were abroad during November 9, 2016 to December 30, 2016 can avail this facility upto March 31, 2017 and Non Resident Indian citizens who were abroad during November 9, 2016 to December 30, 2016 can avail
The Reserve Bank of India has introduced a facility of exchange of specified bank notes (SBNs) to give an opportunity to Indian citizens and non resident Indian (NRI) citizens who were abroad during November 9, 2016 to December 30, 2016. Resident Indian citizens who were abroad during November 9, 2016 to December 30, 2016 can avail this facility upto March 31, 2017 and Non Resident Indian citizens who were abroad during November 9, 2016 to December 30, 2016 can avail
Dec 30, 2016
RBI cancels the Licence of the Shri Sai Urban Co-operative Bank Ltd., Mukhed, Dist. Nanded, Maharashtra
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has cancelled the licence of Shri Sai Urban Co-operative Bank Ltd., Mukhed, Dist. Nanded, Maharashtra. The order was made effective from the close of business on December 28, 2016.The Registrar of Co-operative Societies, Maharashtra, has also been requested to issue an order for winding up of the bank and appoint a liquidator. The Reserve Bank cancelled the licence of the bank as: The bank did not comply with the requirement of minimum
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has cancelled the licence of Shri Sai Urban Co-operative Bank Ltd., Mukhed, Dist. Nanded, Maharashtra. The order was made effective from the close of business on December 28, 2016.The Registrar of Co-operative Societies, Maharashtra, has also been requested to issue an order for winding up of the bank and appoint a liquidator. The Reserve Bank cancelled the licence of the bank as: The bank did not comply with the requirement of minimum
Dec 30, 2016
Applicable Average Base Rate to be charged by NBFC-MFIs for the Quarter Beginning January 01, 2017
The Reserve Bank of India has today communicated that the applicable average base rate to be charged by Non-Banking Finance Company-Micro Finance Institutions (NBFC-MFIs) for the quarter beginning January 01, 2017 will be 9.41 per cent. 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 average of the base rates of the five largest comm
The Reserve Bank of India has today communicated that the applicable average base rate to be charged by Non-Banking Finance Company-Micro Finance Institutions (NBFC-MFIs) for the quarter beginning January 01, 2017 will be 9.41 per cent. 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 average of the base rates of the five largest comm
Dec 29, 2016
Issue of ₹ 20 banknotes without inset letter, with numerals in ascending size in number panels and without intaglio printing
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue ₹ 20 denomination banknotes in the Mahatma Gandhi Series-2005, without inset letter in both the number panels, bearing signature of Dr. Urjit R. Patel, Governor, Reserve Bank of India, and the year of printing '2016' printed on the reverse of the banknote. The design and security features of these banknotes to be issued now are similar to the ₹ 20 banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi Series- 2005 issued recently with the ascending s
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue ₹ 20 denomination banknotes in the Mahatma Gandhi Series-2005, without inset letter in both the number panels, bearing signature of Dr. Urjit R. Patel, Governor, Reserve Bank of India, and the year of printing '2016' printed on the reverse of the banknote. The design and security features of these banknotes to be issued now are similar to the ₹ 20 banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi Series- 2005 issued recently with the ascending s
Dec 29, 2016
RBI issues Directions to 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 vide directive dated September 8, 2015 from the close of business on September 9, 2015. The validity of the directions was extended vide directive dated March 03, 2016 for a period of six months and vide directive dated August 25, 2016. The public is hereby advised that paragraph 1(i) of the Directives so issued to Nasik Zilla Girna Sahakari Bank Ltd., Na
Nashik Zilla Girna Sahakari Bank Ltd., Nashik, Maharashtra, was placed under directions for a period of six months vide directive dated September 8, 2015 from the close of business on September 9, 2015. The validity of the directions was extended vide directive dated March 03, 2016 for a period of six months and vide directive dated August 25, 2016. The public is hereby advised that paragraph 1(i) of the Directives so issued to Nasik Zilla Girna Sahakari Bank Ltd., Na
Dec 23, 2016
RBI opens the Office of the Banking Ombudsman at Ranchi
Considering the significant increase in banking network during the recent past and the large jurisdiction being covered by the current Office of the Banking Ombudsman, Patna, the Reserve Bank of India has set up an Office of the Banking Ombudsman for the State of Jharkhand at Reserve Bank of India, Ranchi. The Office of the Banking Ombudsman at Reserve Bank of India, Ranchi will have the jurisdiction over the entire State of Jharkhand, which hitherto was under the jur
Considering the significant increase in banking network during the recent past and the large jurisdiction being covered by the current Office of the Banking Ombudsman, Patna, the Reserve Bank of India has set up an Office of the Banking Ombudsman for the State of Jharkhand at Reserve Bank of India, Ranchi. The Office of the Banking Ombudsman at Reserve Bank of India, Ranchi will have the jurisdiction over the entire State of Jharkhand, which hitherto was under the jur
Dec 23, 2016
RBI opens the Office of the Banking Ombudsman at Dehradun
Considering the significant increase in banking network during the recent past and the vast jurisdiction being covered by the current Office of the Banking Ombudsman, Kanpur, the Reserve Bank of India has set up an Office of the Banking Ombudsman at Reserve Bank of India, Dehradun. The Office of the Banking Ombudsman at Reserve Bank of India, Dehradun will have the jurisdiction over the entire State of Uttarakhand and also the seven districts of Western Uttar Pradesh
Considering the significant increase in banking network during the recent past and the vast jurisdiction being covered by the current Office of the Banking Ombudsman, Kanpur, the Reserve Bank of India has set up an Office of the Banking Ombudsman at Reserve Bank of India, Dehradun. The Office of the Banking Ombudsman at Reserve Bank of India, Dehradun will have the jurisdiction over the entire State of Uttarakhand and also the seven districts of Western Uttar Pradesh
Dec 23, 2016
Issue of ₹ 5 coins to commemorate the occasion of "University of Mysore Centenary Celebrations”
The Government of India has minted the above mentioned coins which the Reserve Bank of India will shortly put into circulation. The design details of these coins as notified in The Gazette of India-Extraordinary-Part II-Section 3-Sub-section (i)-No.591 dated August 24, 2016 published by the Ministry of Finance, Department of Economic Affairs, are as follows - Obverse - The face of the coin shall bear the Lion Capitol of Ashoka Pillar in the centre with the legend "सत्
The Government of India has minted the above mentioned coins which the Reserve Bank of India will shortly put into circulation. The design details of these coins as notified in The Gazette of India-Extraordinary-Part II-Section 3-Sub-section (i)-No.591 dated August 24, 2016 published by the Ministry of Finance, Department of Economic Affairs, are as follows - Obverse - The face of the coin shall bear the Lion Capitol of Ashoka Pillar in the centre with the legend "सत्
Dec 21, 2016
RBI signs Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on “Supervisory Cooperation and Exchange of Supervisory Information” with the Banking Regulation and Supervision Agency, Turkey
The Reserve Bank of India signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on “Supervisory Cooperation and Exchange of Supervisory Information” with Banking Regulation and Supervision Agency of Republic of Turkey. The MoU was signed by Mr Mehmet İrfan Kurt, Vice Chairman on behalf of Banking Regulation and Supervision Agency and Mrs Meena Hemchandra, Executive Director on behalf of Reserve Bank of India. The Reserve Bank has entered into Memorandam of Understanding, Letter
The Reserve Bank of India signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on “Supervisory Cooperation and Exchange of Supervisory Information” with Banking Regulation and Supervision Agency of Republic of Turkey. The MoU was signed by Mr Mehmet İrfan Kurt, Vice Chairman on behalf of Banking Regulation and Supervision Agency and Mrs Meena Hemchandra, Executive Director on behalf of Reserve Bank of India. The Reserve Bank has entered into Memorandam of Understanding, Letter
Dec 21, 2016
RBI Imposes Monetary Penalty on Five Authorised Dealer Banks
The Reserve Bank of India has imposed monetary penalty on the following five banks for violation of Reserve Bank of India’s instructions on reporting requirements of the Foreign Exchange Management Act, 1999 (FEMA). The details of the penalty amounts are: S. No. Name of the bank Penalty Amount (in ₹) 1. Bank of America 10,000 2. Bank of Tokyo Mitsubishi 10,000 3. Deutsche Bank 20,000 4. The Royal Bank of Scotland 10,000 5. Standard Chartered Bank 10,000 The penalties
The Reserve Bank of India has imposed monetary penalty on the following five banks for violation of Reserve Bank of India’s instructions on reporting requirements of the Foreign Exchange Management Act, 1999 (FEMA). The details of the penalty amounts are: S. No. Name of the bank Penalty Amount (in ₹) 1. Bank of America 10,000 2. Bank of Tokyo Mitsubishi 10,000 3. Deutsche Bank 20,000 4. The Royal Bank of Scotland 10,000 5. Standard Chartered Bank 10,000 The penalties
Dec 21, 2016
Distribution of Banknotes during November 10 to December 19, 2016
Consequent to the announcement of withdrawal of Legal Tender status of banknotes of ₹ 500 and ₹ 1000 denominations from the midnight of November 8, 2016, the Reserve Bank of India made arrangements for supply of adequate quantity of banknotes in various denominations to the public through the banks. Over the period from November 10, 2016 upto December 19, 2016, banks have reported that banknotes worth ₹ 5,92,613 crore have been issued to public either over the counter
Consequent to the announcement of withdrawal of Legal Tender status of banknotes of ₹ 500 and ₹ 1000 denominations from the midnight of November 8, 2016, the Reserve Bank of India made arrangements for supply of adequate quantity of banknotes in various denominations to the public through the banks. Over the period from November 10, 2016 upto December 19, 2016, banks have reported that banknotes worth ₹ 5,92,613 crore have been issued to public either over the counter
Dec 19, 2016
RBI to issue of ₹ 50 Banknotes with inset letter ‘R’, with numerals in ascending size in number panels, and without intaglio printing
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue ₹ 50 denomination banknotes in the Mahatma Gandhi Series-2005, with inset letter ‘R’ in both the number panels, bearing signature of Dr. Urjit R. Patel, Governor, Reserve Bank of India, and the year of printing '2016' printed on the reverse of the banknote. These banknotes have the ascending size of numerals in the number panels; the banknotes are similar to the banknotes of ₹ 50 issued earlier in Mahatma Gandhi Series-2005
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue ₹ 50 denomination banknotes in the Mahatma Gandhi Series-2005, with inset letter ‘R’ in both the number panels, bearing signature of Dr. Urjit R. Patel, Governor, Reserve Bank of India, and the year of printing '2016' printed on the reverse of the banknote. These banknotes have the ascending size of numerals in the number panels; the banknotes are similar to the banknotes of ₹ 50 issued earlier in Mahatma Gandhi Series-2005
Dec 19, 2016
RBI to issue of ₹ 50 Banknotes with inset letter ‘L’, with numerals in ascending size in number panels, and without intaglio printing
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue ₹ 50 denomination banknotes in the Mahatma Gandhi Series-2005, with inset letter ‘L’ in both the number panels, bearing signature of Dr. Urjit R.Patel, Governor, Reserve Bank of India, and the year of printing '2016' printed on the reverse of the banknote. These banknotes have the ascending size of numerals in the number panels; the banknotes are similar to ₹ 50 banknotes issued earlier in Mahatma Gandhi Series-2005 through
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue ₹ 50 denomination banknotes in the Mahatma Gandhi Series-2005, with inset letter ‘L’ in both the number panels, bearing signature of Dr. Urjit R.Patel, Governor, Reserve Bank of India, and the year of printing '2016' printed on the reverse of the banknote. These banknotes have the ascending size of numerals in the number panels; the banknotes are similar to ₹ 50 banknotes issued earlier in Mahatma Gandhi Series-2005 through
Dec 19, 2016
Issue of ₹ 500 banknotes with the inset letter ‘R’
In continuation of issuing of ₹ 500 denomination banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi (new) series which are currently legal tender, a new batch of banknotes with inset letter “R” in both the number panels, bearing the signature of Dr. Urjit R. Patel Governor, Reserve Bank of India, with the year of printing '2016’ are being issued The design of these notes is similar in all respects to the ₹ 500 banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series which was notified through Press Release
In continuation of issuing of ₹ 500 denomination banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi (new) series which are currently legal tender, a new batch of banknotes with inset letter “R” in both the number panels, bearing the signature of Dr. Urjit R. Patel Governor, Reserve Bank of India, with the year of printing '2016’ are being issued The design of these notes is similar in all respects to the ₹ 500 banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series which was notified through Press Release
Dec 19, 2016
Banks should accept Pre-2005 Banknotes in Deposit: RBI clarifies
The Reserve Bank of India has clarified that bank should accept deposits of pre-2005 banknotes in the denominations of ₹ 500 and ₹ 1000 but not reissue these. These notes can be exchanged at the Reserve Bank Offices only. In terms of Gazette Notification No. 2652 dated November 08, 2016 issued by the Government of India, ₹ 500 and ₹ 1000 denomination banknotes (Specified Bank Notes) of the existing series issued by the Reserve Bank ceased to be legal tender with effec
The Reserve Bank of India has clarified that bank should accept deposits of pre-2005 banknotes in the denominations of ₹ 500 and ₹ 1000 but not reissue these. These notes can be exchanged at the Reserve Bank Offices only. In terms of Gazette Notification No. 2652 dated November 08, 2016 issued by the Government of India, ₹ 500 and ₹ 1000 denomination banknotes (Specified Bank Notes) of the existing series issued by the Reserve Bank ceased to be legal tender with effec
Dec 19, 2016
8 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 in exercise of the 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 Registered Office Address CoR No. Issued On Cancellation Order Date 1 M/s Rama Vyapaar Private Limited 5, Dr. Rajendra Prasad Sarani (
The following NBFCs have surrendered the certificate of registration granted to them by the Reserve Bank of India. The Reserve Bank of India, in in exercise of the 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 Registered Office Address CoR No. Issued On Cancellation Order Date 1 M/s Rama Vyapaar Private Limited 5, Dr. Rajendra Prasad Sarani (
Dec 19, 2016
RBI cancels Certificate of Registration of 4 NBFCs
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has cancelled the certificate of registration of the following four non-banking financial companies (NBFCs) in exercise of the powers conferred on it under Section 45-IA (6) of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934. Sr. No. Company's Name Address of Registered Office Certificate of Registration No. Issued On Cancellation Order Date 1 M/s Lakshmi Exim Private Ltd 15th Floor, Infinity Benchmark Plot No. G1, Block EP & GP, Sector-V, Bidh
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has cancelled the certificate of registration of the following four non-banking financial companies (NBFCs) in exercise of the powers conferred on it under Section 45-IA (6) of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934. Sr. No. Company's Name Address of Registered Office Certificate of Registration No. Issued On Cancellation Order Date 1 M/s Lakshmi Exim Private Ltd 15th Floor, Infinity Benchmark Plot No. G1, Block EP & GP, Sector-V, Bidh
Dec 16, 2016
RBI issues Directions to Navodaya Urban Cooperative Bank, Nagpur, District Nagpur, Maharashtra
The Reserve Bank of India has issued Directions to Navodaya Urban Cooperative Bank Ltd., Nagpur, District Nagpur, Maharashtra for a period of six months with effect from close of business as on December 15, 2016. According to the Directions, Navodaya Urban Cooperative Bank Ltd., Nagpur shall not, without prior approval in writing from the Reserve Bank of India, grant or renew any loans and advances, make any investment, incur any liability including borrowal of funds
The Reserve Bank of India has issued Directions to Navodaya Urban Cooperative Bank Ltd., Nagpur, District Nagpur, Maharashtra for a period of six months with effect from close of business as on December 15, 2016. According to the Directions, Navodaya Urban Cooperative Bank Ltd., Nagpur shall not, without prior approval in writing from the Reserve Bank of India, grant or renew any loans and advances, make any investment, incur any liability including borrowal of funds
Dec 16, 2016
Issue of ₹ 500 banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series with the inset letter ‘E’ having ‘star’ mark in the number panel
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue ₹ 500 denomination banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi(New) series with the inset letter ‘E’ in both the number panels, bearing the signature of Dr. Urjit R. Patel Governor, Reserve Bank of India, the year of printing '2016’ and Swachh Bharat Logo printed on the reverse of the Banknote. Some of the captioned banknotes will have an additional character ‘*’ (star) in the number panel in the space between the prefix and the number. Pa
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue ₹ 500 denomination banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi(New) series with the inset letter ‘E’ in both the number panels, bearing the signature of Dr. Urjit R. Patel Governor, Reserve Bank of India, the year of printing '2016’ and Swachh Bharat Logo printed on the reverse of the Banknote. Some of the captioned banknotes will have an additional character ‘*’ (star) in the number panel in the space between the prefix and the number. Pa
Dec 14, 2016
RBI extends Directions issued to the Sanmitra Sahakari Bank Maryadit, Mumbai, Maharashtra
Sanmitra Sahakari Bank Maryadit, Mumbai, Maharashtra, was placed under directions for a period of six months vide directive dated June 14, 2016 from the close of business on June 14, 2016. The validity of the directions has been extended for a further period of six months from December 15, 2016 to June 14, 2017 vide our modified directive dated December 07, 2016 subject to review. The other terms and conditions of the Directive under reference remain unchanged. A copy
Sanmitra Sahakari Bank Maryadit, Mumbai, Maharashtra, was placed under directions for a period of six months vide directive dated June 14, 2016 from the close of business on June 14, 2016. The validity of the directions has been extended for a further period of six months from December 15, 2016 to June 14, 2017 vide our modified directive dated December 07, 2016 subject to review. The other terms and conditions of the Directive under reference remain unchanged. A copy
Dec 13, 2016
RBI withdraws Directions on Bally Co-operative Bank Limited, Bally, Howrah, West Bengal
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) had issued directions under Section 35A read with Section 56 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (AACS) to Bally Co-operative Bank Limited, Bally, Howrah, West Bengal vide Directive dated November 06, 2006. The Directions were effective from close of business on November 14, 2006 till further orders and were subject to review from time to time. Reserve Bank, on being satisfied that in the public interest it is necessary to do so, in exe
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) had issued directions under Section 35A read with Section 56 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (AACS) to Bally Co-operative Bank Limited, Bally, Howrah, West Bengal vide Directive dated November 06, 2006. The Directions were effective from close of business on November 14, 2006 till further orders and were subject to review from time to time. Reserve Bank, on being satisfied that in the public interest it is necessary to do so, in exe
Dec 09, 2016
RBI releases Annual Report of the Banking Ombudsman Scheme
The Reserve Bank of India, today, released the Annual Report of the Banking Ombudsman Scheme for the year 2015-2016. Highlights 1,02,894 complaints were received by 15 Offices of the Banking Ombudsmen Complaints increased by 21% compared to the previous year. Offices of Banking Ombudsmen maintained a disposal rate of 95%. 18 Awards were issued by the Banking Ombudsmen. 34 appeals were received by the Appellate Authority against the awards/decisions of Banking Ombudsme
The Reserve Bank of India, today, released the Annual Report of the Banking Ombudsman Scheme for the year 2015-2016. Highlights 1,02,894 complaints were received by 15 Offices of the Banking Ombudsmen Complaints increased by 21% compared to the previous year. Offices of Banking Ombudsmen maintained a disposal rate of 95%. 18 Awards were issued by the Banking Ombudsmen. 34 appeals were received by the Appellate Authority against the awards/decisions of Banking Ombudsme
Dec 08, 2016
Issuance of ₹ 500 bank notes without inset letter, in the Mahatma Gandhi (New Series)
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue ₹ 500 denomination banknotes in the Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series, without any inset letter, bearing signature of Dr. Urjit R. Patel, Governor, Reserve Bank of India, and the year of printing '2016' 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 (New) Series which was notified through Press Release : 2016-2017/1146 dated No
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue ₹ 500 denomination banknotes in the Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series, without any inset letter, bearing signature of Dr. Urjit R. Patel, Governor, Reserve Bank of India, and the year of printing '2016' 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 (New) Series which was notified through Press Release : 2016-2017/1146 dated No
Dec 08, 2016
Activity at Banks during November 10 to December 7, 2016
Consequent to the announcement of withdrawal of Legal Tender status of banknotes of ₹ 500 and ₹ 1000 denominations from the midnight of November 8, 2016, the Reserve Bank of India made arrangements for exchange and/or deposit of such notes at the counters of the Reserve Bank and commercial banks, Regional Rural banks and Urban Cooperative Banks. The Reserve Bank has also made arrangements for supply of adequate quantity of banknotes in various denominations to the pub
Consequent to the announcement of withdrawal of Legal Tender status of banknotes of ₹ 500 and ₹ 1000 denominations from the midnight of November 8, 2016, the Reserve Bank of India made arrangements for exchange and/or deposit of such notes at the counters of the Reserve Bank and commercial banks, Regional Rural banks and Urban Cooperative Banks. The Reserve Bank has also made arrangements for supply of adequate quantity of banknotes in various denominations to the pub
Dec 06, 2016
Non-Banking Financial Company - Account Aggregator (NBFC-AA)
The Reserve Bank of India had issued the Non-Banking Financial Company - Account Aggregator (Reserve Bank) Directions, 2016 (the directions) on September 2, 2016. The directions were to come into effect from the date of notification of a non-banking institution that carries on 'the business of account aggregator' as a non-banking financial company, by the Bank in the Official Gazette. The notification issued by the Bank has been published in the Gazette of India (Part
The Reserve Bank of India had issued the Non-Banking Financial Company - Account Aggregator (Reserve Bank) Directions, 2016 (the directions) on September 2, 2016. The directions were to come into effect from the date of notification of a non-banking institution that carries on 'the business of account aggregator' as a non-banking financial company, by the Bank in the Official Gazette. The notification issued by the Bank has been published in the Gazette of India (Part
Dec 06, 2016
RBI to issue of ₹ 100 Banknotes without inset letter, ascending size of numerals in the number panels, bleed lines, and enlarged identification mark
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue ₹ 100 denomination banknotes in the Mahatma Gandhi Series-2005, without inset letter in both the numbering panels, bearing the signature of Dr. Urjit R. Patel, Governor, Reserve Bank of India, and the year of printing '2016' printed on the reverse of the banknote. The design of these banknotes to be issued now is similar in all respects to the ₹ 100 banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi Series- 2005 issued earlier having ascending si
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue ₹ 100 denomination banknotes in the Mahatma Gandhi Series-2005, without inset letter in both the numbering panels, bearing the signature of Dr. Urjit R. Patel, Governor, Reserve Bank of India, and the year of printing '2016' printed on the reverse of the banknote. The design of these banknotes to be issued now is similar in all respects to the ₹ 100 banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi Series- 2005 issued earlier having ascending si
Dec 04, 2016
Issuance of ₹ 50 banknotes without inset letter, with numerals in ascending size in number panels, and without intaglio printing
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue ₹ 50 denomination banknotes in the Mahatma Gandhi Series-2005, without inset letter in both the number panels, bearing signature of Dr. Urjit R Patel, Governor, Reserve Bank of India, and the year of printing '2016' printed on the reverse of the banknote. The design and security features of these banknotes will be similar to the banknotes of ₹ 50 denomination with the ascending font of numerals in both the number panels and
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue ₹ 50 denomination banknotes in the Mahatma Gandhi Series-2005, without inset letter in both the number panels, bearing signature of Dr. Urjit R Patel, Governor, Reserve Bank of India, and the year of printing '2016' printed on the reverse of the banknote. The design and security features of these banknotes will be similar to the banknotes of ₹ 50 denomination with the ascending font of numerals in both the number panels and
Dec 04, 2016
Issue of ₹ 20 banknotes with the inset letter ‘L’, with numerals in ascending size in number panels and without intaglio printing
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue ₹ 20 denomination banknotes in the Mahatma Gandhi Series-2005, with inset letter ‘L’ in both the number panels, bearing signature of Dr. Urjit R Patel, Governor, Reserve Bank of India, and the year of printing '2016' printed on the reverse of the banknote. The design and security features of these banknotes will be similar to the banknotes of ₹ 20 denomination with the ascending font of numerals in both the number panels an
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue ₹ 20 denomination banknotes in the Mahatma Gandhi Series-2005, with inset letter ‘L’ in both the number panels, bearing signature of Dr. Urjit R Patel, Governor, Reserve Bank of India, and the year of printing '2016' printed on the reverse of the banknote. The design and security features of these banknotes will be similar to the banknotes of ₹ 20 denomination with the ascending font of numerals in both the number panels an
Dec 01, 2016
Withdrawal of Legal Tender from SBNs: RBI cautions against Information received on Unsecured/Unofficial Channels
In the wake of withdrawal of legal tender character from the Specified Bank Notes (SBNs), the Reserve Bank of India has, from time to time, been issuing instructions to the banks which are sent directly to banks through an official mail. These are also placed on the Reserve Bank’s official website (https://www.rbi.org.in). It has been reported that certain guidelines/instructions purported to be issued by the Reserve Bank are being circulated in the social media by so
In the wake of withdrawal of legal tender character from the Specified Bank Notes (SBNs), the Reserve Bank of India has, from time to time, been issuing instructions to the banks which are sent directly to banks through an official mail. These are also placed on the Reserve Bank’s official website (https://www.rbi.org.in). It has been reported that certain guidelines/instructions purported to be issued by the Reserve Bank are being circulated in the social media by so
Nov 30, 2016
RBI modifies Directions issued to Indian Mercantile Co-operative Bank Ltd., Lucknow
The Reserve Bank of India has notified that in partial modification of its Directive dated October 19, 2015, it has, vide Directive dated November 25, 2016, modified the directions on the Indian Mercantile Co-operative Bank Ltd., Lucknow. The bank had been originally placed under directions w.e.f June 12, 2014 vide directive dated June 04, 2014. In terms of the said Directive dated October 19, 2015, among other conditions, a sum not exceeding 70% (seventy percent) of
The Reserve Bank of India has notified that in partial modification of its Directive dated October 19, 2015, it has, vide Directive dated November 25, 2016, modified the directions on the Indian Mercantile Co-operative Bank Ltd., Lucknow. The bank had been originally placed under directions w.e.f June 12, 2014 vide directive dated June 04, 2014. In terms of the said Directive dated October 19, 2015, among other conditions, a sum not exceeding 70% (seventy percent) of
Nov 28, 2016
Withdrawal of Legal Tender status of banknotes of ₹ 500 and ₹ 1000: Activity at Banks during November 10-27, 2016
Consequent to the announcement of withdrawal of legal tender status of banknotes of ₹ 500 and ₹ 1000 denominations from the midnight of November 8, 2016, the Reserve Bank of India made arrangements for exchange and/or deposit of such notes at the counters of the Reserve Bank and commercial banks, Regional Rural banks and Urban Cooperative Banks. Banks have since reported that such exchange/deposits effected from November 10, 2016 upto November 27, 2016 amounted to ₹ 8
Consequent to the announcement of withdrawal of legal tender status of banknotes of ₹ 500 and ₹ 1000 denominations from the midnight of November 8, 2016, the Reserve Bank of India made arrangements for exchange and/or deposit of such notes at the counters of the Reserve Bank and commercial banks, Regional Rural banks and Urban Cooperative Banks. Banks have since reported that such exchange/deposits effected from November 10, 2016 upto November 27, 2016 amounted to ₹ 8
Nov 25, 2016
Withdrawal of Legal Tender Status of ₹ 500 and ₹ 1000: Exchange Facility at RBI to continue
The Reserve Bank of India advises members of public that exchange of banknotes in ₹ 500 and ₹ 1000 denominations, whose legal tender status has been withdrawn, will continue to be available at the counters of the Reserve Bank upto the current limits per person as hitherto. (However such exchange facility is no longer available at other banks' counters). Alpana Killawala Principal Adviser Press Release: 2016-2017/1317
The Reserve Bank of India advises members of public that exchange of banknotes in ₹ 500 and ₹ 1000 denominations, whose legal tender status has been withdrawn, will continue to be available at the counters of the Reserve Bank upto the current limits per person as hitherto. (However such exchange facility is no longer available at other banks' counters). Alpana Killawala Principal Adviser Press Release: 2016-2017/1317
Nov 23, 2016
Airtel Payments Bank Limited commences operations
Airtel Payments Bank Limited has commenced its operations as a payments bank with effect from November 23, 2016. The Reserve Bank has issued a licence to the bank under Section 22 (1) of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 to carry on the business of payments bank in India. Airtel M Commerce Services Limited was one of the 11 applicants which were issued in-principle approval for setting up a payments bank, as announced in the press release on August 19, 2015. Anirudha D
Airtel Payments Bank Limited has commenced its operations as a payments bank with effect from November 23, 2016. The Reserve Bank has issued a licence to the bank under Section 22 (1) of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 to carry on the business of payments bank in India. Airtel M Commerce Services Limited was one of the 11 applicants which were issued in-principle approval for setting up a payments bank, as announced in the press release on August 19, 2015. Anirudha D
Nov 23, 2016
RBI cancels Certificate of Registration of 6 NBFCs
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has cancelled the certificate of registration of the following non-banking financial companies (NBFCs). The Reserve Bank, in exercise of the powers conferred on it under Section 45-IA (6) of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934. Sr. No. Name of the Company Registered Office Address CoR No. Issued On Cancellation Order Date 1 M/s Star Line Leasings Limited 417-419, ‘Midas’, Sahar Plaza, Mathurdas Vasanji Road, Andheri (East), Mumbai - 400
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has cancelled the certificate of registration of the following non-banking financial companies (NBFCs). The Reserve Bank, in exercise of the powers conferred on it under Section 45-IA (6) of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934. Sr. No. Name of the Company Registered Office Address CoR No. Issued On Cancellation Order Date 1 M/s Star Line Leasings Limited 417-419, ‘Midas’, Sahar Plaza, Mathurdas Vasanji Road, Andheri (East), Mumbai - 400
Nov 23, 2016
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 Registered Office Address CoR No. Issued On Cancellation Order Date 1 M/s Natwest Investments Limited Satyanarayana Enclave, Icon Block, 3rd
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 Registered Office Address CoR No. Issued On Cancellation Order Date 1 M/s Natwest Investments Limited Satyanarayana Enclave, Icon Block, 3rd
Nov 22, 2016
Exchange Facility - Reports of misuse - Caution to Public
The facility for public to exchange the specified bank notes (old notes in ₹ 500 and ₹ 1000) for legal tender notes and allowing them to deposit into bank accounts in unlimited amounts is provided to enable members of the public in possession of these notes as on the date of the announcement to secure the value of these notes either through exchange or by deposit into their bank accounts. It is reported that certain gullible persons are exchanging these notes on behal
The facility for public to exchange the specified bank notes (old notes in ₹ 500 and ₹ 1000) for legal tender notes and allowing them to deposit into bank accounts in unlimited amounts is provided to enable members of the public in possession of these notes as on the date of the announcement to secure the value of these notes either through exchange or by deposit into their bank accounts. It is reported that certain gullible persons are exchanging these notes on behal
Nov 22, 2016
Special measures to incentivise Electronic Payments
In order to meet the transactional needs of the public through digital means, the Reserve Bank has introduced additional measures by way of special dispensation for small merchants and enhancement in limits for semi-closed Prepaid Payment Instruments (PPIs). A special dispensation has now been enabled for small merchants whereby PPIs issuers can issue PPIs to such merchants. While balance in such PPIs cannot exceed ₹ 20,000/- at any point of time, the merchants can tr
In order to meet the transactional needs of the public through digital means, the Reserve Bank has introduced additional measures by way of special dispensation for small merchants and enhancement in limits for semi-closed Prepaid Payment Instruments (PPIs). A special dispensation has now been enabled for small merchants whereby PPIs issuers can issue PPIs to such merchants. While balance in such PPIs cannot exceed ₹ 20,000/- at any point of time, the merchants can tr
Nov 21, 2016
Activity at Banks during November 10 to November 18, 2016
Consequent to the announcement of withdrawal of Legal Tender status of banknotes of ₹ 500 and ₹ 1000 denominations from the midnight of November 8, 2016, the Reserve Bank of India made arrangements for exchange and /or deposit of such notes at the counters of the Reserve Bank and commercial banks, Regional Rural banks and Urban Cooperative Banks. Banks have since reported that such exchange/deposits effected from November 10, 2016 upto November 18, 2016 amounted to ₹
Consequent to the announcement of withdrawal of Legal Tender status of banknotes of ₹ 500 and ₹ 1000 denominations from the midnight of November 8, 2016, the Reserve Bank of India made arrangements for exchange and /or deposit of such notes at the counters of the Reserve Bank and commercial banks, Regional Rural banks and Urban Cooperative Banks. Banks have since reported that such exchange/deposits effected from November 10, 2016 upto November 18, 2016 amounted to ₹
Nov 20, 2016
Public can continue to accept ₹ 10 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 longer periods, it is quite possible that coins of different designs and even shapes are circulating at the same time. One such
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 longer periods, it is quite possible that coins of different designs and even shapes are circulating at the same time. One such
Nov 20, 2016
RBI extends Directions issued to the Lokseva Sahakari Bank Ltd., Pune, Maharashtra
The Reserve Bank of India, notified that Lokseva Sahakari Bank Ltd., Pune, was placed under directions for a period of six months vide directive dated May 19, 2014, from the close of business on May 20, 2014. The validity of the directions was extended four times, for a period of six months each, vide order dated November 12, 2014; dated May 06, 2015; dated November 04, 2015 and dated May 13, 2016. It is hereby notified for the information of the public that the perio
The Reserve Bank of India, notified that Lokseva Sahakari Bank Ltd., Pune, was placed under directions for a period of six months vide directive dated May 19, 2014, from the close of business on May 20, 2014. The validity of the directions was extended four times, for a period of six months each, vide order dated November 12, 2014; dated May 06, 2015; dated November 04, 2015 and dated May 13, 2016. It is hereby notified for the information of the public that the perio
Nov 18, 2016
Withdrawal limits and customer fee/charges for POS relaxed
The Reserve Bank of India had issued instructions to banks on November 14, 2016 that banks shall waive levy of ATM charges for all transactions by saving bank customers done at all ATMs, irrespective of the number of transactions during the month, from November 10, 2016 till December 30, 2016, subject to review. As another customer-centric measure, the limit for cash withdrawal at POS has been made uniform at to ₹ 2000/- per day across all centres (Tier I to VI) for a
The Reserve Bank of India had issued instructions to banks on November 14, 2016 that banks shall waive levy of ATM charges for all transactions by saving bank customers done at all ATMs, irrespective of the number of transactions during the month, from November 10, 2016 till December 30, 2016, subject to review. As another customer-centric measure, the limit for cash withdrawal at POS has been made uniform at to ₹ 2000/- per day across all centres (Tier I to VI) for a
Nov 17, 2016
RBI cancels Licence of Sai Nagari Sahakari Bank Limited, Hadgaon
The Reserve Bank of India has cancelled the licence issued to Sai Nagari Sahakari Bank Limited, Hadgaon, consequent upon its merger with Shankar Nagari Sahakari Bank Limited, Nanded with effect from August 26, 2016. The Reserve Bank has done this under Section 22 of Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (As Applicable to Cooperative Societies) (ACCS). Anirudha D. Jadhav Assistant Manager Press Release : 2016-2017/1241
The Reserve Bank of India has cancelled the licence issued to Sai Nagari Sahakari Bank Limited, Hadgaon, consequent upon its merger with Shankar Nagari Sahakari Bank Limited, Nanded with effect from August 26, 2016. The Reserve Bank has done this under Section 22 of Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (As Applicable to Cooperative Societies) (ACCS). Anirudha D. Jadhav Assistant Manager Press Release : 2016-2017/1241
Nov 17, 2016
Supply of Notes Sufficient; Do Not Panic or Hoard Currency: RBI reiterates
The Reserve Bank of India has once again clarified today that there is sufficient supply of notes consequent upon increased production which started nearly two months ago. Members of public are requested not to panic or hoard currency notes. Alpana Killawala Principal Adviser Press Release : 2016-2017/1235
The Reserve Bank of India has once again clarified today that there is sufficient supply of notes consequent upon increased production which started nearly two months ago. Members of public are requested not to panic or hoard currency notes. Alpana Killawala Principal Adviser Press Release : 2016-2017/1235
Nov 15, 2016
Withdrawal of Legal Tender Character of Specified Bank Notes: RBI asks Cooperative Banks to ensure Strict Compliance to its Instructions
There were reports that some cooperative banks were not strictly adhering to the instructions issued in connection with the withdrawal of legal tender status of the existing ₹ 500 and ₹ 1000 bank notes (specified bank notes). The Reserve Bank of India today informed that it has advised the Urban Cooperative Banks through its Regional Offices and the State Cooperative Banks through National Bank for Agricultural and Rural Development (NABARD) of the need to ensure stri
There were reports that some cooperative banks were not strictly adhering to the instructions issued in connection with the withdrawal of legal tender status of the existing ₹ 500 and ₹ 1000 bank notes (specified bank notes). The Reserve Bank of India today informed that it has advised the Urban Cooperative Banks through its Regional Offices and the State Cooperative Banks through National Bank for Agricultural and Rural Development (NABARD) of the need to ensure stri
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