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Feb 05, 2009
Issue of Rs.500 Denomination Banknotes without Inset Letter in both numbering panels in Mahatma Gandhi Series - 2005 bearing the signature of Dr. D. Subbarao, Governor
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue Rs.500 denomination banknotes without inset letter in both numbering panels in Mahatma Gandhi Series - 2005 bearing the signature of Dr. D. Subbarao, Governor. Except for the change in the inset letter, the design of these notes to be issued now is similar in all respects to the banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi Series - 2005, with additional / new security features issued on October 21, 2005. All banknotes in the denomination of
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue Rs.500 denomination banknotes without inset letter in both numbering panels in Mahatma Gandhi Series - 2005 bearing the signature of Dr. D. Subbarao, Governor. Except for the change in the inset letter, the design of these notes to be issued now is similar in all respects to the banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi Series - 2005, with additional / new security features issued on October 21, 2005. All banknotes in the denomination of
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Feb 05, 2009
Issue of Rs.100 Denomination Banknotes without Inset Letter in both numbering panels in Mahatma Gandhi Series - 2005 bearing the signature of Dr. D. Subbarao, Governor
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue Rs.100 denomination banknotes without inset letter in both numbering panels in Mahatma Gandhi Series - 2005 bearing the signature of Dr. D. Subbarao, Governor. Except for the change in the inset letter, the design of these notes to be issued now is similar in all respects to the banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi Series - 2005, with additional / new security features issued on August 24, 2005. All banknotes in the denomination of
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue Rs.100 denomination banknotes without inset letter in both numbering panels in Mahatma Gandhi Series - 2005 bearing the signature of Dr. D. Subbarao, Governor. Except for the change in the inset letter, the design of these notes to be issued now is similar in all respects to the banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi Series - 2005, with additional / new security features issued on August 24, 2005. All banknotes in the denomination of
Jan 28, 2009
Issue of Rs.10 Denomination Banknotes with Inset Letter 'R' in both numbering panels in Mahatma Gandhi Series - 2005 bearing the signature of Dr. D. Subbarao, Governor
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue Rs.10 denomination banknotes with inset letter 'R' in both numbering panels in Mahatma Gandhi Series - 2005 bearing the signature of Dr. D. Subbarao, Governor. Except for the change in the inset letter, the design of these notes to be issued now is similar in all respects to the banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi Series - 2005, with additional / new security features issued on April 27, 2006. All banknotes in the denomination of R
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue Rs.10 denomination banknotes with inset letter 'R' in both numbering panels in Mahatma Gandhi Series - 2005 bearing the signature of Dr. D. Subbarao, Governor. Except for the change in the inset letter, the design of these notes to be issued now is similar in all respects to the banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi Series - 2005, with additional / new security features issued on April 27, 2006. All banknotes in the denomination of R
Jan 20, 2009
New Ferritic Stainless Steel (FSS) Coin of Rs.2 - "Birth Bi-Centenary of Louis Braille, 1809 - 2009"
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly put into circulation new Ferritic Stainless Steel coins of Rs.2 issued by Government of India to commemorate "Birth Bi-Centenary of Louis Braille,1809 - 2009". The coins shall conform to the following dimensions, designs and compositions namely: Denomination of the Coins Shape Weight & Outside diameter Metal Composition Two Rupees Circular with 27 mm diameter Weight – 5.62 gms. Ferritic Stainless Steel Iron - 83% Chromium -17
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly put into circulation new Ferritic Stainless Steel coins of Rs.2 issued by Government of India to commemorate "Birth Bi-Centenary of Louis Braille,1809 - 2009". The coins shall conform to the following dimensions, designs and compositions namely: Denomination of the Coins Shape Weight & Outside diameter Metal Composition Two Rupees Circular with 27 mm diameter Weight – 5.62 gms. Ferritic Stainless Steel Iron - 83% Chromium -17
Dec 31, 2008
New Cupro Nickel Coin of Rs. 5 - "Jagath Guru Sree Narayana Gurudev"
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly put into circulation new Cupro Nickel coins of Rs.5 issued by Government of India to commemorate "Jagath Guru Sree Narayana Gurudev". The coins shall conform to the following dimensions, designs and compositions namely: Denomination of the Coins Shape, Weight & Outside<br> diameterMetal Composition Five RupeesCircular with 23 mm diameter with Security edges. Weight – 9 gms.Cupro – Nickel Alloy Copper – 75% Nickel – 25%
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly put into circulation new Cupro Nickel coins of Rs.5 issued by Government of India to commemorate "Jagath Guru Sree Narayana Gurudev". The coins shall conform to the following dimensions, designs and compositions namely: Denomination of the Coins Shape, Weight & Outside<br> diameterMetal Composition Five RupeesCircular with 23 mm diameter with Security edges. Weight – 9 gms.Cupro – Nickel Alloy Copper – 75% Nickel – 25%
Dec 18, 2008
New Coins of Rs.5/- in Ferritic Stainless Steel (FSS) to commemorate the event
The Reserve Bank of India will put into circulation New Ferritic Stainless Steel (FSS) coins of Rs.5/- issued by the Government of India to commemorate the event of " The First War of Independence " Denomination of the coin Shape and outside diameter Weight Metal Composition Five Rupees Circular 23 mm with security edge 6 gms Ferritic Stainless Steel (FSS) Iron - 83% Chromium - 17% Designs : Obverse : This face of the coin shall bear the Lion Capitol of Ashoka Pillar
The Reserve Bank of India will put into circulation New Ferritic Stainless Steel (FSS) coins of Rs.5/- issued by the Government of India to commemorate the event of " The First War of Independence " Denomination of the coin Shape and outside diameter Weight Metal Composition Five Rupees Circular 23 mm with security edge 6 gms Ferritic Stainless Steel (FSS) Iron - 83% Chromium - 17% Designs : Obverse : This face of the coin shall bear the Lion Capitol of Ashoka Pillar
Nov 26, 2008
New Ferritic Stainless Steel (FSS) Coin of Rs.5 - "Jagat Guru Sree Narayana Gurudev"
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly put into circulation new Ferritic Stainless Steel coins of Rs.5 issued by Government of India to commemorate "Jagat Guru Sree Narayana Gurudev". The coins shall conform to the following dimensions, designs and compositions namely: Denomination of the Coins Shape Weight & Outside diameter Metal Composition Five Rupees Circular with 23 mm diameter with Security edges. Weight – 6 gms. Ferritic Stainless Steel Chromium – 17% Iron
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly put into circulation new Ferritic Stainless Steel coins of Rs.5 issued by Government of India to commemorate "Jagat Guru Sree Narayana Gurudev". The coins shall conform to the following dimensions, designs and compositions namely: Denomination of the Coins Shape Weight & Outside diameter Metal Composition Five Rupees Circular with 23 mm diameter with Security edges. Weight – 6 gms. Ferritic Stainless Steel Chromium – 17% Iron
Oct 24, 2008
Issue of Rs.100/- denomination banknotes with Inset letter 'S' in both
numbering panels in Mahatma Gandhi Series - 2005 bearing the
signature of Dr. Y.V. Reddy, Governor
numbering panels in Mahatma Gandhi Series - 2005 bearing the
signature of Dr. Y.V. Reddy, Governor
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue Rs.100/- denomination banknotes with inset letter 'S' in both numbering panels in Mahatma Gandhi Series – 2005 bearing the signature of Dr. Y.V. Reddy, Governor. Except for the change in the inset letter, the design of these notes to be issued now is similar in all respects to the banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi Series – 2005, with additional / new security features issued on August 24, 2005. All banknotes in the denomination o
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue Rs.100/- denomination banknotes with inset letter 'S' in both numbering panels in Mahatma Gandhi Series – 2005 bearing the signature of Dr. Y.V. Reddy, Governor. Except for the change in the inset letter, the design of these notes to be issued now is similar in all respects to the banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi Series – 2005, with additional / new security features issued on August 24, 2005. All banknotes in the denomination o
Oct 24, 2008
New Coins of Rs.5/- in Cupro-Nickel (CN) to commemorate the occasion of "Golden
Jubilee Celebration of Khadi and Village Industries Commission"
Jubilee Celebration of Khadi and Village Industries Commission"
The Reserve Bank of India will put into circulation New Cupro-Nickel (CN) coins of Rs.5/- issued by the Government of India to commemorate the occasion of 'Golden Jubilee Celebration of Khadi and Village Industries Commission' Denomination of the coin Shape and outside diameter Weight Metal Composition Five Rupees Circular 23 mm with security edge 9 gms Cupro – Nickel (CN) Copper - 75% Nickel - 25% Design : Obverse : This face of the coin shall bear the Lion Capitol o
The Reserve Bank of India will put into circulation New Cupro-Nickel (CN) coins of Rs.5/- issued by the Government of India to commemorate the occasion of 'Golden Jubilee Celebration of Khadi and Village Industries Commission' Denomination of the coin Shape and outside diameter Weight Metal Composition Five Rupees Circular 23 mm with security edge 9 gms Cupro – Nickel (CN) Copper - 75% Nickel - 25% Design : Obverse : This face of the coin shall bear the Lion Capitol o
Oct 24, 2008
New Coins of Rs.5/- in Ferritic Stainless Steel (FSS) to commemorate
the occasion of "Golden Jubilee Celebration of Khadi
and Village Industries Commission"
the occasion of "Golden Jubilee Celebration of Khadi
and Village Industries Commission"
The Reserve Bank of India will put into circulation New Ferritic Stainless Steel (FSS) coins of Rs.5/- issued by the Government of India to commemorate the occasion of 'Golden Jubilee Celebration of Khadi and Village Industries Commission' Denomination of the coin Shape and outside diameter Weight Metal Composition Five Rupees Circular 23 mm with security edge 6 gms Ferritic Stainless Steel (FSS) Iron - 83% Chromium - 17% Design : Obverse : This face of the coin shall
The Reserve Bank of India will put into circulation New Ferritic Stainless Steel (FSS) coins of Rs.5/- issued by the Government of India to commemorate the occasion of 'Golden Jubilee Celebration of Khadi and Village Industries Commission' Denomination of the coin Shape and outside diameter Weight Metal Composition Five Rupees Circular 23 mm with security edge 6 gms Ferritic Stainless Steel (FSS) Iron - 83% Chromium - 17% Design : Obverse : This face of the coin shall
Oct 22, 2008
Issue of Rs.10 Denomination Banknotes without Inset Letter
in both numbering panels in Mahatma Gandhi Series - 2005
bearing the signature of Dr. D. Subbarao, Governor
in both numbering panels in Mahatma Gandhi Series - 2005
bearing the signature of Dr. D. Subbarao, Governor
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue Rs.10 denomination banknotes without inset letter in both numbering panels in Mahatma Gandhi Series - 2005 bearing the signature of Dr. D.Subbarao, Governor. Except for the change in the signature, the design of these notes to be issued now is similar in all respects to the banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi Series - 2005, with additional / new security features issued on April 27, 2006. All banknotes in the denomination of Rs.10
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue Rs.10 denomination banknotes without inset letter in both numbering panels in Mahatma Gandhi Series - 2005 bearing the signature of Dr. D.Subbarao, Governor. Except for the change in the signature, the design of these notes to be issued now is similar in all respects to the banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi Series - 2005, with additional / new security features issued on April 27, 2006. All banknotes in the denomination of Rs.10
Oct 17, 2008
Issue of Rs.10 Denomination Banknotes with Inset Letter 'N'
in both numbering panels in Mahatma Gandhi Series - 2005
bearing the signature of Dr. Y.V.Reddy, Governor
in both numbering panels in Mahatma Gandhi Series - 2005
bearing the signature of Dr. Y.V.Reddy, Governor
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue Rs.10 denomination banknotes with inset letter 'N' in both numbering panels in Mahatma Gandhi Series - 2005 bearing the signature of Dr. Y.V. Reddy, Governor. Except for the change in the inset letter, the design of these notes to be issued now is similar in all respects to the banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi Series - 2005, with additional / new security features issued on April 27, 2006. All banknotes in the denomination of Rs
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue Rs.10 denomination banknotes with inset letter 'N' in both numbering panels in Mahatma Gandhi Series - 2005 bearing the signature of Dr. Y.V. Reddy, Governor. Except for the change in the inset letter, the design of these notes to be issued now is similar in all respects to the banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi Series - 2005, with additional / new security features issued on April 27, 2006. All banknotes in the denomination of Rs
Oct 15, 2008
Issue of Rs. 100 Denomination Banknotes with Inset Letter 'A'
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue Rs. 100 denomination banknotes with inset letter 'A' in both numbering panels in Mahatma Gandhi Series - 2005 bearing the signature of Dr. Y.V. Reddy, Governor. Except for the change in the inset letter, the design of these notes to be issued now is similar in all respects to the banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi Series - 2005, with additional / new security features issued on August 24, 2005. All banknotes in the denomination of
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue Rs. 100 denomination banknotes with inset letter 'A' in both numbering panels in Mahatma Gandhi Series - 2005 bearing the signature of Dr. Y.V. Reddy, Governor. Except for the change in the inset letter, the design of these notes to be issued now is similar in all respects to the banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi Series - 2005, with additional / new security features issued on August 24, 2005. All banknotes in the denomination of
Oct 01, 2008
New coins of Rs.5/- in Ferritic stainless steel (FSS) to commemorate the occasion of "Lal Bahadur Shastri Birth Centenary, 1904 - 2004"
The Reserve Bank of India will put into circulation New Ferritic Stainless Steel (FSS) coins of Rs.5/- issued by the Government of India to commemorate the occasion of "Lal Bahadur Shastri Birth Centenary, 1904 - 2004". Denomination of the coin Shape and outside diameter Weight Metal Composition Five Rupees Circular 23 mm with security edges (Mono – Metallic) 6 gms Ferritic Stainless Steel (FSS) Iron - 83% Chromium - 17% Design : Obverse : This face of the coin is div
The Reserve Bank of India will put into circulation New Ferritic Stainless Steel (FSS) coins of Rs.5/- issued by the Government of India to commemorate the occasion of "Lal Bahadur Shastri Birth Centenary, 1904 - 2004". Denomination of the coin Shape and outside diameter Weight Metal Composition Five Rupees Circular 23 mm with security edges (Mono – Metallic) 6 gms Ferritic Stainless Steel (FSS) Iron - 83% Chromium - 17% Design : Obverse : This face of the coin is div
Oct 01, 2008
New coins of Rs.5/- in Ferritic stainless steel (FSS) to commemorate the occasion of "state Bank of India Bicentennial Year"
The Reserve Bank of India will put into circulation New Ferritic Stainless Steel (FSS) coins of Rs.5/- issued by the Government of India to commemorate the occasion of "State Bank of India Bicentennial Year". Denomination of the coin Shape and outside diameter Weight Metal Composition Five Rupees Circular 23 mm with security edges (Mono – Metallic) 6 gms Ferritic Stainless Steel (FSS) Iron - 83% Chromium - 17% Design : Obverse : This face of the coin is divided into t
The Reserve Bank of India will put into circulation New Ferritic Stainless Steel (FSS) coins of Rs.5/- issued by the Government of India to commemorate the occasion of "State Bank of India Bicentennial Year". Denomination of the coin Shape and outside diameter Weight Metal Composition Five Rupees Circular 23 mm with security edges (Mono – Metallic) 6 gms Ferritic Stainless Steel (FSS) Iron - 83% Chromium - 17% Design : Obverse : This face of the coin is divided into t
Oct 01, 2008
New coins of Rs.5/- in Ferritic stainless steel (FSS) to commemorate the occasion of "GOLDEN JUBILEE CELEBRATION OF ONGC"
The Reserve Bank of India will put into circulation New Ferritic Stainless Steel (FSS) coins of Rs.5/- issued by the Government of India to commemorate the occasion of "GOLDEN JUBILEE CELEBRATION OF ONGC". Denomination of the coin Shape and outside diameter Weight Metal Composition Five Rupees Circular 23 mm with security edges (Mono – Metallic) 6 gms Ferritic Stainless Steel (FSS) Iron - 83% Chromium - 17% Design : Obverse : This face of the coin is divided into thre
The Reserve Bank of India will put into circulation New Ferritic Stainless Steel (FSS) coins of Rs.5/- issued by the Government of India to commemorate the occasion of "GOLDEN JUBILEE CELEBRATION OF ONGC". Denomination of the coin Shape and outside diameter Weight Metal Composition Five Rupees Circular 23 mm with security edges (Mono – Metallic) 6 gms Ferritic Stainless Steel (FSS) Iron - 83% Chromium - 17% Design : Obverse : This face of the coin is divided into thre
Aug 28, 2008
RBI Clarification on phasing out of Banknotes
On enquiries from the press and members of public, the Reserve Bank of India has clarified as follows:As a part of its currency management programme, the Reserve Bank phases out banknotes of old design once banknotes in new design with additional/enhanced security features are introduced. The Reserve Bank has asked banks that when they receive bank notes with old design in Rs.500 denomination (1996 series), they may not re-issue such notes to public and instead return
On enquiries from the press and members of public, the Reserve Bank of India has clarified as follows:As a part of its currency management programme, the Reserve Bank phases out banknotes of old design once banknotes in new design with additional/enhanced security features are introduced. The Reserve Bank has asked banks that when they receive bank notes with old design in Rs.500 denomination (1996 series), they may not re-issue such notes to public and instead return
Jul 18, 2008
New Ferritic Stainless Steel Coin of Rs.5 - "Mahatma Basaveswara"
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly put into circulation new Ferritic Stainless Steel coins of Rs.5 issued by Government of India to commemorate "Mahatma Basaveswara". The coins shall conform to the following dimensions, designs and compositions namely: Denomination of the Coins Shape Weight & Outside diameter Metal Composition Five Rupees Circular with 23 mm diameter with Security edges. Weight – 6 gms. Ferritic Stainless Steel Chromium – 18% Iron - 82% Design
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly put into circulation new Ferritic Stainless Steel coins of Rs.5 issued by Government of India to commemorate "Mahatma Basaveswara". The coins shall conform to the following dimensions, designs and compositions namely: Denomination of the Coins Shape Weight & Outside diameter Metal Composition Five Rupees Circular with 23 mm diameter with Security edges. Weight – 6 gms. Ferritic Stainless Steel Chromium – 18% Iron - 82% Design
Jul 18, 2008
New Ferritic Stainless Steel Coins of Rs.5/- to commemorate the occasion of "75 Years of Dandi March"
The Reserve Bank of India will put into circulation New Ferritic Stainless Steel (FSS) coins of Rs.5/- issued by the Government of India to commemorate the occasion of "75 Years of Dandi March". Denomination of the coin Shape and outside diameter Weight Metal Composition Five Rupees Circular 23 mm with security edges 6 gms Ferritic Stainless Steel (FSS) Iron - 82% Chromium - 18% Designs : Obverse : This face of the coin shall bear the Lion Capital of Ashoka Pillar wit
The Reserve Bank of India will put into circulation New Ferritic Stainless Steel (FSS) coins of Rs.5/- issued by the Government of India to commemorate the occasion of "75 Years of Dandi March". Denomination of the coin Shape and outside diameter Weight Metal Composition Five Rupees Circular 23 mm with security edges 6 gms Ferritic Stainless Steel (FSS) Iron - 82% Chromium - 18% Designs : Obverse : This face of the coin shall bear the Lion Capital of Ashoka Pillar wit
Mar 12, 2008
Respect Your Banknotes : RBI appeals to Public
The Reserve Bank of India today appealed to members of public not to use banknotes for making garlands, decorating pandals and places of worship or for showering on personalities in social events, etc. Such actions deface the banknotes and shorten their life, the Reserve Bank stated and added that banknotes should be respected as they are a symbol of the Sovereign and public should not misuse them so that the life of banknotes is enhanced. The Reserve Bank has stated
The Reserve Bank of India today appealed to members of public not to use banknotes for making garlands, decorating pandals and places of worship or for showering on personalities in social events, etc. Such actions deface the banknotes and shorten their life, the Reserve Bank stated and added that banknotes should be respected as they are a symbol of the Sovereign and public should not misuse them so that the life of banknotes is enhanced. The Reserve Bank has stated
Dec 11, 2007
RBI to issue Rs.10 denomination banknotes with inset letter "S"
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue Rs. 10/- denomination banknotes with inset letter "S" in both numbering panels in Mahatma Gandhi Series bearing the signature of Dr. Y.V. Reddy, Governor. Except for the change in the inset letter, the design of these notes to be issued now is similar in all respects to the banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi Series with additional / new security features issued on April 27, 2006. All banknotes in the denomination of Rs.10/- issued
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue Rs. 10/- denomination banknotes with inset letter "S" in both numbering panels in Mahatma Gandhi Series bearing the signature of Dr. Y.V. Reddy, Governor. Except for the change in the inset letter, the design of these notes to be issued now is similar in all respects to the banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi Series with additional / new security features issued on April 27, 2006. All banknotes in the denomination of Rs.10/- issued
Nov 16, 2007
New Ferritic Stainless Steel Coins of Re.1 denomination with the theme "NRITYA MUDRA"
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly put into circulation new Ferritic Stainless Steel Coins of Re.1 with the theme 'NRITYA MUDRA'.The coins shall conform to the following dimension, design and composition, namely : Denomination of the coin Shape and Outside diameter Metal Composition One Rupee Cicular : 25 millimetres (Mono-metallic) Ferritic Stainless Steel Chromium - 17% Iron - 83% Designs: Obverse : This face of the coin is divided into three portions with two h
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly put into circulation new Ferritic Stainless Steel Coins of Re.1 with the theme 'NRITYA MUDRA'.The coins shall conform to the following dimension, design and composition, namely : Denomination of the coin Shape and Outside diameter Metal Composition One Rupee Cicular : 25 millimetres (Mono-metallic) Ferritic Stainless Steel Chromium - 17% Iron - 83% Designs: Obverse : This face of the coin is divided into three portions with two h
Nov 12, 2007
New Coins of Rs.5/- in Cupro-Nickel (CN) to commemorate the occasion of "150 years - The First War of Independence"
The Reserve Bank of India will put into circulation New Cupro-Nickel (CN) coins of Rs.5/- issued by the Government of India to commemorate the occasion of “150 Years – The First War of Independence“. Denomination of the coin Shape and outside diameter Weight Metal Composition Five Rupees Circular 23 mm with security edge 9 gms Cupro-Nickel Alloy Copper – 75% Nickel - 25% Design : Obverse : This face of coin shall bear the Lion Capital of Ashoka Pillar with the legend
The Reserve Bank of India will put into circulation New Cupro-Nickel (CN) coins of Rs.5/- issued by the Government of India to commemorate the occasion of “150 Years – The First War of Independence“. Denomination of the coin Shape and outside diameter Weight Metal Composition Five Rupees Circular 23 mm with security edge 9 gms Cupro-Nickel Alloy Copper – 75% Nickel - 25% Design : Obverse : This face of coin shall bear the Lion Capital of Ashoka Pillar with the legend
Nov 05, 2007
RBI to issue Rs.10 denomination banknotes with inset letter "A"
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue Rs.10 denomination banknotes with inset letter "A" in both numbering panels in Mahatma Gandhi Series with additional/new security features bearing the signature of Dr. Y.V. Reddy, Governor. Except for the change in the inset letter, the design of these notes to be issued now is similar in all respects to the banknotes issued earlier in Mahatma Gandhi Series with additional/new security features issued on April 27, 200
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue Rs.10 denomination banknotes with inset letter "A" in both numbering panels in Mahatma Gandhi Series with additional/new security features bearing the signature of Dr. Y.V. Reddy, Governor. Except for the change in the inset letter, the design of these notes to be issued now is similar in all respects to the banknotes issued earlier in Mahatma Gandhi Series with additional/new security features issued on April 27, 200
Oct 31, 2007
New Cupro-Nickel Coin of Rs.5 - to Commemorate the Occasion of 150 Birth Anniversary of Lokmanya Bal Gangadhar Tilak
The Reserve Bank of India has put into circulation New Cupro-Nickel coins of Rs.5 issued by Government fo India to commemorate the occasion of “150th Birth Anniversary of Lokmanya Bal Gangadhar Tilak“. The coins conform to the following dimension, design, and composition namely : Denomination of the coin Shape and Outside diameter Metal Composition Five Rupees Circular 23 mm diameter with Security edge. Weight – 9 gms. Cupro-Nickel Alloy Copper - 75% Nickel - 25% Desi
The Reserve Bank of India has put into circulation New Cupro-Nickel coins of Rs.5 issued by Government fo India to commemorate the occasion of “150th Birth Anniversary of Lokmanya Bal Gangadhar Tilak“. The coins conform to the following dimension, design, and composition namely : Denomination of the coin Shape and Outside diameter Metal Composition Five Rupees Circular 23 mm diameter with Security edge. Weight – 9 gms. Cupro-Nickel Alloy Copper - 75% Nickel - 25% Desi
Oct 25, 2007
New Ferritic Stainless Steel Coins of Re.1 denomination with the theme "UNITY IN DIVERSITY"
The Reserve Bank of India has put into circulation new Ferritic Stainless Steel Coins of Re.1 with the theme 'UNITY IN DIVERSITY' The coins conform to the following dimension, design and composition, namely : Denomination of the coin Shape and outside diameter Metal composition One Rupee Cicular : 25 millimetres (Mono-metallic) Ferritic Stainless Steel Chromium - 17% Iron - 83% Design :Obverse : This face of the coin is divided into three portions. The centre portion
The Reserve Bank of India has put into circulation new Ferritic Stainless Steel Coins of Re.1 with the theme 'UNITY IN DIVERSITY' The coins conform to the following dimension, design and composition, namely : Denomination of the coin Shape and outside diameter Metal composition One Rupee Cicular : 25 millimetres (Mono-metallic) Ferritic Stainless Steel Chromium - 17% Iron - 83% Design :Obverse : This face of the coin is divided into three portions. The centre portion
Oct 19, 2007
RBI to issue Rs.10 denomination banknotes with inset letter "M"
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue Rs.10 denomination banknotes with inset letter 'M' in both numbering panels in Mahatma Gandhi Series with additional/new security features bearing the signature of Dr. Y.V. Reddy, Governor. Except for the change in the inset letter, the design of these notes to be issued now is similar in all respects to the banknotes issued earlier in Mahatma Gandhi Series with additional/new security features issued on April 27, 2006. All
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue Rs.10 denomination banknotes with inset letter 'M' in both numbering panels in Mahatma Gandhi Series with additional/new security features bearing the signature of Dr. Y.V. Reddy, Governor. Except for the change in the inset letter, the design of these notes to be issued now is similar in all respects to the banknotes issued earlier in Mahatma Gandhi Series with additional/new security features issued on April 27, 2006. All
Oct 05, 2007
Misuse of banknotes
It has been brought to the Bank's notice that members of public, institutions and others continue to write messages etc. on the watermark window and deface the portraits etc. on the banknotes. The Bank wishes to reiterate that such practices work against the Clean Note Policy of the Bank. All members of public, institutions and others are, therefore, advised not to write/inscribe anything whatsoever on the banknotes. Ajit Prasad ManagerPress Release : 2007-2008/473
It has been brought to the Bank's notice that members of public, institutions and others continue to write messages etc. on the watermark window and deface the portraits etc. on the banknotes. The Bank wishes to reiterate that such practices work against the Clean Note Policy of the Bank. All members of public, institutions and others are, therefore, advised not to write/inscribe anything whatsoever on the banknotes. Ajit Prasad ManagerPress Release : 2007-2008/473
Oct 01, 2007
New Ferritic Stainless Steel Coins of Rs.5 with the theme "UNITY IN DIVERSITY"
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly put into circulation new Ferritic Stainless Steel Coins of Rs.5 with the theme 'UNITY IN DIVERSITY'. The coins shall conform to the following dimensions, designs and compositions, namely : Denomination of the coin Shape and Outside Diameter Metal composition Five Rupees Circular : 23 Millimetres with security edges Ferritic Stainless Steel Iron - 82% Chromium - 18% Designs :Obverse : This face of the coin shall bear the Lion Capi
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly put into circulation new Ferritic Stainless Steel Coins of Rs.5 with the theme 'UNITY IN DIVERSITY'. The coins shall conform to the following dimensions, designs and compositions, namely : Denomination of the coin Shape and Outside Diameter Metal composition Five Rupees Circular : 23 Millimetres with security edges Ferritic Stainless Steel Iron - 82% Chromium - 18% Designs :Obverse : This face of the coin shall bear the Lion Capi
Sep 27, 2007
New Ferritic Stainless Steel Coins of Rs. 5 denomination with the theme
"CONNECTIVITY AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY"
"CONNECTIVITY AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY"
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly put into circulation new Ferritic Stainless Steel Coins of Rs.5 with the theme 'CONNECTIVITY AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY' The coins shall conform to the following dimension, design and composition, namely : Denomination of the coin Shape and outside diameter Metal composition Five Rupees Circular 23 millimeters with security edges (Mono-Metallic) Ferritic Stainless Steel containing – Iron – 83% Chromium – 17% Designs:OBVERSE : The
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly put into circulation new Ferritic Stainless Steel Coins of Rs.5 with the theme 'CONNECTIVITY AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY' The coins shall conform to the following dimension, design and composition, namely : Denomination of the coin Shape and outside diameter Metal composition Five Rupees Circular 23 millimeters with security edges (Mono-Metallic) Ferritic Stainless Steel containing – Iron – 83% Chromium – 17% Designs:OBVERSE : The
Sep 25, 2007
New Ferritic Stainless Steel Coins of Rs. 2 denomination with the theme "PLATINUM JUBILEE OF INDIAN AIR FORCE (1932-2007)"
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly put into circulation new Ferritic Stainless Steel Coins of Rs. 2 with the theme "PLATINUM JUBILEE OF INDIAN AIR FORCE (1932-2007)" The coins shall conform to the following dimensions, designs and compositions, namely : Denomination of the coin Shape and outside diameter Metal composition Two Rupees Circular 27 millimeters Ferritic Stainless Steel containing – Iron – 83% Chromium – 17% Designs : OBVERSE : The face of the coin is d
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly put into circulation new Ferritic Stainless Steel Coins of Rs. 2 with the theme "PLATINUM JUBILEE OF INDIAN AIR FORCE (1932-2007)" The coins shall conform to the following dimensions, designs and compositions, namely : Denomination of the coin Shape and outside diameter Metal composition Two Rupees Circular 27 millimeters Ferritic Stainless Steel containing – Iron – 83% Chromium – 17% Designs : OBVERSE : The face of the coin is d
Aug 16, 2007
Availability of Coins
The Reserve Bank of India has been receiving complaints from some quarters about inadequate availability of coins. The Reserve Bank clarifies that there is no shortage of coins and members of public, shops and commercial establishments can obtain their coin requirements from its Regional Offices or from designated branches of commercial banks. In case of difficulties/problems in this regard, members of public and others can approach the Regional Directors of the conce
The Reserve Bank of India has been receiving complaints from some quarters about inadequate availability of coins. The Reserve Bank clarifies that there is no shortage of coins and members of public, shops and commercial establishments can obtain their coin requirements from its Regional Offices or from designated branches of commercial banks. In case of difficulties/problems in this regard, members of public and others can approach the Regional Directors of the conce
Aug 03, 2007
New Ferritic Stainless Steel Coins of Rs. 2 denomination with the theme " NRITYA MUDRA"
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly put into circulation new Ferritic Stainless Steel Coins of Rs. 2 with the theme ' NRITYA MUDRA '.The coins shall conform to the following dimensions, designs and compositions, namely : Denomination of the coin Shape and outside diameter Metal composition Two Rupees Circular 27 millimeters (Mono-Metallic) Ferritic Stainless Steel containing – Iron – 83% Chromium – 17% Designs : TWO RUPEESOBVERSE : This face of the coin is divided
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly put into circulation new Ferritic Stainless Steel Coins of Rs. 2 with the theme ' NRITYA MUDRA '.The coins shall conform to the following dimensions, designs and compositions, namely : Denomination of the coin Shape and outside diameter Metal composition Two Rupees Circular 27 millimeters (Mono-Metallic) Ferritic Stainless Steel containing – Iron – 83% Chromium – 17% Designs : TWO RUPEESOBVERSE : This face of the coin is divided
Jun 27, 2007
Re.1, Rs.2 and Rs.5 notes - Not being withdrawn from circulation: Clarifies RBI
The Reserve Bank has received reports that doubts are being raised among members of public regarding the validity/acceptability of Re.1, Rs.2 and Rs.5 notes. The Bank wishes to clarify that although the printing of Re.1, Rs.2 and Rs.5 notes has been discontinued, the notes of these denominations issued earlier will continue to be legal tender. These notes are not being withdrawn from circulation. All concerned may, therefore, continue to accept and use Re.1, Rs.2 and
The Reserve Bank has received reports that doubts are being raised among members of public regarding the validity/acceptability of Re.1, Rs.2 and Rs.5 notes. The Bank wishes to clarify that although the printing of Re.1, Rs.2 and Rs.5 notes has been discontinued, the notes of these denominations issued earlier will continue to be legal tender. These notes are not being withdrawn from circulation. All concerned may, therefore, continue to accept and use Re.1, Rs.2 and
Apr 12, 2007
RBI's Special move to exchange Notes for Coins
In order to help the members of public in obtaining Re.1, Rs.2 and Rs. 5 denomination coins near their residence/place of work, the Reserve Bank of India, Mumbai has made special arrangements to issue these coins in exchange of notes at the following bank branches: Sr. No. Name of the bank Branch address Date Timings 1. Corporation Bank, D.N Road branch, Veena Chambers, 21, Dalal Street, Mez. Floor, Fort, Mumbai 400 023 April 17, 2007 11 am to 3 pm 2. Central Bank of
In order to help the members of public in obtaining Re.1, Rs.2 and Rs. 5 denomination coins near their residence/place of work, the Reserve Bank of India, Mumbai has made special arrangements to issue these coins in exchange of notes at the following bank branches: Sr. No. Name of the bank Branch address Date Timings 1. Corporation Bank, D.N Road branch, Veena Chambers, 21, Dalal Street, Mez. Floor, Fort, Mumbai 400 023 April 17, 2007 11 am to 3 pm 2. Central Bank of
Mar 20, 2007
Obtain coins near your home or place of work : RBI arranges with banks
The Reserve Bank of India, from time to time makes special arrangements to issue coins in exchange from branches of commercial banks to help members of public in obtaining coins near their residence or place of work. Under the same initiative, Crawford Market branch of HDFC Bank will issue coins of Rs.2 in exchange on March 21, 2007 between 11.00 a.m. and 2.00 p.m. Similarly, Chembur branch of UTI bank
The Reserve Bank of India, from time to time makes special arrangements to issue coins in exchange from branches of commercial banks to help members of public in obtaining coins near their residence or place of work. Under the same initiative, Crawford Market branch of HDFC Bank will issue coins of Rs.2 in exchange on March 21, 2007 between 11.00 a.m. and 2.00 p.m. Similarly, Chembur branch of UTI bank
Mar 08, 2007
Issue of Rs 20 denomination banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi Series with additional/new security features with inset letter "R" in both numbering panels bearing the signature of Dr. Y.V. Reddy, Governor
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue Rs.20 denomination banknotes with inset letter 'R' in both numbering panels in Mahatma Gandhi Series with additional/new security features bearing the signature of Dr. Y.V. Reddy, Governor. Except for the change in the inset letter, the design of these notes to be issued now is similar in all respects to the banknotes issued earlier in Mahatma Gandhi Series with additional/new security features issued on August 17, 2006. Al
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue Rs.20 denomination banknotes with inset letter 'R' in both numbering panels in Mahatma Gandhi Series with additional/new security features bearing the signature of Dr. Y.V. Reddy, Governor. Except for the change in the inset letter, the design of these notes to be issued now is similar in all respects to the banknotes issued earlier in Mahatma Gandhi Series with additional/new security features issued on August 17, 2006. Al
Oct 23, 2006
Use/Accept 25 Paise Coins for all transactions : RBI
The Reserve Bank of India continues to receive complaints that traders, shopkeepers and the general public in certain parts of the country are reluctant to accept 25 paise coins. It is clarified and reiterated that 25 paise coins have not been withdrawn from circulation, are legal tender and may be validly used/accepted for all transactions. Ajit Prasad Manager Press Release : 2006-2007/562
The Reserve Bank of India continues to receive complaints that traders, shopkeepers and the general public in certain parts of the country are reluctant to accept 25 paise coins. It is clarified and reiterated that 25 paise coins have not been withdrawn from circulation, are legal tender and may be validly used/accepted for all transactions. Ajit Prasad Manager Press Release : 2006-2007/562
Aug 31, 2006
Issue of Star Series Banknotes
The Reserve Bank of India will soon issue Star series banknotes. These will be issued to begin with in Rs.10, Rs.20 and Rs.50 denominations in the Mahatma Gandhi Series-2005. The Star series banknotes will look exactly like the existing banknotes of Rs.10, Rs.20 and Rs.50 but will have an additional character, viz., *(star) in the number panel between the prefix and the serial number. Consequently, some fresh banknote packets issued by the Reserve Bank may contain som
The Reserve Bank of India will soon issue Star series banknotes. These will be issued to begin with in Rs.10, Rs.20 and Rs.50 denominations in the Mahatma Gandhi Series-2005. The Star series banknotes will look exactly like the existing banknotes of Rs.10, Rs.20 and Rs.50 but will have an additional character, viz., *(star) in the number panel between the prefix and the serial number. Consequently, some fresh banknote packets issued by the Reserve Bank may contain som
Aug 16, 2006
Issue of Rs 20/- denomination banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi Series with additional/new security features without inset letter in numbering panel bearing the signature of Dr. Y.V. Reddy, Governor
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue Rs 20/- denomination banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi Series without any inset letter in the numbering panel bearing the signature of Dr. Y.V. Reddy, Governor. The new series 2006 banknotes will be of the same size and colour. While some of the security features of the existing Mahatma Gandhi series have been retained, some have been modified and a few new security features have been added. The salient additional / new security
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue Rs 20/- denomination banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi Series without any inset letter in the numbering panel bearing the signature of Dr. Y.V. Reddy, Governor. The new series 2006 banknotes will be of the same size and colour. While some of the security features of the existing Mahatma Gandhi series have been retained, some have been modified and a few new security features have been added. The salient additional / new security
Jul 24, 2006
RBI to issue Rs.10 denomination banknotes with inset letter "L"
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue Rs.10 denomination banknotes with inset letter 'L' in both numbering panels in Mahatma Gandhi Series with additional/new security features bearing the signature of Dr. Y.V. Reddy, Governor. Except for the change in the inset letter, the design of these notes to be issued now is similar in all respects to the banknotes issued earlier in Mahatma Gandhi Series with additional/new security features issued on April 27, 2006. All
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue Rs.10 denomination banknotes with inset letter 'L' in both numbering panels in Mahatma Gandhi Series with additional/new security features bearing the signature of Dr. Y.V. Reddy, Governor. Except for the change in the inset letter, the design of these notes to be issued now is similar in all respects to the banknotes issued earlier in Mahatma Gandhi Series with additional/new security features issued on April 27, 2006. All
Jun 28, 2006
RBI to issue Rs.1000 denomination banknotes with inset letter `L'
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue Rs.1000 denomination banknotes with inset letter `L' in both numbering panels in Mahatma Gandhi Series with additional/new security features bearing the signature of Dr.Y.V.Reddy, Governor. Except for the change in the inset letter, the design of these notes to be issued now is similar in all respects to the banknotes issued earlier in Mahatma Gandhi Series with additional/new security features issued on October 21, 2005. A
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue Rs.1000 denomination banknotes with inset letter `L' in both numbering panels in Mahatma Gandhi Series with additional/new security features bearing the signature of Dr.Y.V.Reddy, Governor. Except for the change in the inset letter, the design of these notes to be issued now is similar in all respects to the banknotes issued earlier in Mahatma Gandhi Series with additional/new security features issued on October 21, 2005. A
May 19, 2006
RBI to issue Rs.10 denomination banknotes with inset letter "R"
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue Rs.10 denomination banknotes with inset letter 'R' in both numbering panels in Mahatma Gandhi Series with additional/new security features bearing the signature of Dr. Y.V. Reddy, Governor. Except for the change in the inset letter, the design of these notes to be issued now is similar in all respects to the banknotes issued earlier in Mahatma Gandhi Series with additional/new security features issued on April 27, 2006. All
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue Rs.10 denomination banknotes with inset letter 'R' in both numbering panels in Mahatma Gandhi Series with additional/new security features bearing the signature of Dr. Y.V. Reddy, Governor. Except for the change in the inset letter, the design of these notes to be issued now is similar in all respects to the banknotes issued earlier in Mahatma Gandhi Series with additional/new security features issued on April 27, 2006. All
Apr 27, 2006
Issue of Rs 10/- denomination banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi Series with additional/new security features without inset letter in numbering panel bearing the signature of Dr. Y.V. Reddy, Governor
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue Rs 10/- denomination banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi Series without inset letter in numbering panel bearing the signature of Dr. Y.V. Reddy, Governor. The new series banknotes shall be of the same size and there is no change in the images/design of the banknotes both at the back and front. While some of the security features of the existing Mahatma Gandhi series have been retained, some have been modified and a few new security
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue Rs 10/- denomination banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi Series without inset letter in numbering panel bearing the signature of Dr. Y.V. Reddy, Governor. The new series banknotes shall be of the same size and there is no change in the images/design of the banknotes both at the back and front. While some of the security features of the existing Mahatma Gandhi series have been retained, some have been modified and a few new security
Apr 19, 2006
RBI to introduce Star series Banknote
The Reserve Bank of India at present issues fresh banknote packets containing one hundred (100) serially numbered banknotes. Each banknote bears a distinctive serial number along with a prefix. The prefix consists of the numeral and a letter/letters and is followed by a serial number. The number e.g. could be 4CC 456917. In a serially numbered packet, banknotes with any defect, detected at the printing stage, are replaced at the note printing presses by banknotes havi
The Reserve Bank of India at present issues fresh banknote packets containing one hundred (100) serially numbered banknotes. Each banknote bears a distinctive serial number along with a prefix. The prefix consists of the numeral and a letter/letters and is followed by a serial number. The number e.g. could be 4CC 456917. In a serially numbered packet, banknotes with any defect, detected at the printing stage, are replaced at the note printing presses by banknotes havi
Apr 04, 2006
RBI to issue Rs.1000 denomination banknotes with inset letter "R"
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue Rs.1000 denomination banknotes with inset letter 'R' in both numbering panels in Mahatma Gandhi Series-2005 with additional/new security features bearing the signature of Dr. Y.V. Reddy, Governor. Except for the change in the inset letter, the design of these notes to be issued now is similar in all respects to the banknotes issued earlier in Mahatma Gandhi Series with additional/new security features issued on October 21,
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue Rs.1000 denomination banknotes with inset letter 'R' in both numbering panels in Mahatma Gandhi Series-2005 with additional/new security features bearing the signature of Dr. Y.V. Reddy, Governor. Except for the change in the inset letter, the design of these notes to be issued now is similar in all respects to the banknotes issued earlier in Mahatma Gandhi Series with additional/new security features issued on October 21,
Apr 04, 2006
RBI to issue Rs.500 denomination banknotes with inset letter `L'
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue Rs.500 denomination banknotes with inset letter `L' in both numbering panels in Mahatma Gandhi Series-2005 with additional/new security features bearing the signature of Dr. Y.V. Reddy, Governor. Except for the change in the inset letter, the design of these notes to be issued now is similar in all respects to the banknotes issued earlier in Mahatma Gandhi Series with additional/new security features issued on October 21, 2
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue Rs.500 denomination banknotes with inset letter `L' in both numbering panels in Mahatma Gandhi Series-2005 with additional/new security features bearing the signature of Dr. Y.V. Reddy, Governor. Except for the change in the inset letter, the design of these notes to be issued now is similar in all respects to the banknotes issued earlier in Mahatma Gandhi Series with additional/new security features issued on October 21, 2
Mar 21, 2006
RBI to issue Rs.500 denomination banknotes with inset letter `E'
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue Rs.500 denomination banknotes with inset letter `E' in both numbering panels in Mahatma Gandhi Series-2005 with additional/new security features bearing the signature of Dr. Y.V. Reddy, Governor. Except for the change in the inset letter, the design of these notes to be issued now is similar in all respects to the banknotes issued earlier in Mahatma Gandhi Series with additional/new security features issued on October 21, 2
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue Rs.500 denomination banknotes with inset letter `E' in both numbering panels in Mahatma Gandhi Series-2005 with additional/new security features bearing the signature of Dr. Y.V. Reddy, Governor. Except for the change in the inset letter, the design of these notes to be issued now is similar in all respects to the banknotes issued earlier in Mahatma Gandhi Series with additional/new security features issued on October 21, 2
Mar 09, 2006
RBI to issue Rs.20 denomination banknotes with inset letter `E'
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue Rs.20 denomination banknotes with inset letter `E' in both numbering panels in Mahatma Gandhi Series bearing the signature of Dr. Y.V. Reddy, Governor. Except for the change in the inset letter, the design of these notes to be issued now is similar in all respects to the banknotes issued earlier in Mahatma Gandhi Series. All banknotes in the denomination of Rs.20 issued by the Bank in the past will continue to be legal tend
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue Rs.20 denomination banknotes with inset letter `E' in both numbering panels in Mahatma Gandhi Series bearing the signature of Dr. Y.V. Reddy, Governor. Except for the change in the inset letter, the design of these notes to be issued now is similar in all respects to the banknotes issued earlier in Mahatma Gandhi Series. All banknotes in the denomination of Rs.20 issued by the Bank in the past will continue to be legal tend
Mar 07, 2006
Restrictive Practices while accepting Banknotes
The Reserve Bank of India has been receiving complaints from the public regarding adoption of restrictive practices such as, forcing the customers to note down their names on the banknotes, listing the note numbers on the bills submitted for payment insisting on undertaking while depositing higher denomination banknotes, etc., by certain public and private sector organisations/institutions, thus causing avoidable harassment to the public. The Reserve Bank, therefore,
The Reserve Bank of India has been receiving complaints from the public regarding adoption of restrictive practices such as, forcing the customers to note down their names on the banknotes, listing the note numbers on the bills submitted for payment insisting on undertaking while depositing higher denomination banknotes, etc., by certain public and private sector organisations/institutions, thus causing avoidable harassment to the public. The Reserve Bank, therefore,
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