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Jan 01, 2004
Understanding Reforms
I have great pleasure in welcoming you on behalf of Finance Minister, Mr. Jaswant Singh, on behalf of Reserve Bank of India and, on my own behalf. India has been playing active role in researching and debating issues relating to development, particularly in the context of developing nations. We believe that holding of the Global Development Netowrk (GDN) Annual Conference in India is a tribute to our approach to reform, and is also a recognition of the need to continu
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
I have great pleasure in welcoming you on behalf of Finance Minister, Mr. Jaswant Singh, on behalf of Reserve Bank of India and, on my own behalf. India has been playing active role in researching and debating issues relating to development, particularly in the context of developing nations. We believe that holding of the Global Development Netowrk (GDN) Annual Conference in India is a tribute to our approach to reform, and is also a recognition of the need to continu
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Sep 23, 2003
Boards of Governors - 2003 Annual Meetings
September 23–24, 2003World Bank GroupInternational Bank for Reconstruction and Development International Finance Corporation International Development Association International Centre For Settlement Of Investment Disputes Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency International Monetary FundStatement by the Hon. Mr. Y.V. Reddy, Alternate Governor of the Fund for India, at the Joint Annual DiscussionMr. Chairman:1. Since we met last in April 2003, there have been some si
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
September 23–24, 2003World Bank GroupInternational Bank for Reconstruction and Development International Finance Corporation International Development Association International Centre For Settlement Of Investment Disputes Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency International Monetary FundStatement by the Hon. Mr. Y.V. Reddy, Alternate Governor of the Fund for India, at the Joint Annual DiscussionMr. Chairman:1. Since we met last in April 2003, there have been some si
Sep 19, 2003
Economic Development of the North East Region:Some Reflections* - RAKESH MOHAN
It is a matter of great pleasure to be here with you to deliver the keynote address on this occasion of the 8th anniversary of the North Eastern Development Finance Corporation (NEDFi). As a financial institution NEDFi is unique, given the challenging domain of the North Eastern Region (NER) that it endeavours to promote. Like many of you, I have often wondered why the growth and development performance of this richly endowed Region has been well below its potential;
Dr. Rakesh Mohan, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
It is a matter of great pleasure to be here with you to deliver the keynote address on this occasion of the 8th anniversary of the North Eastern Development Finance Corporation (NEDFi). As a financial institution NEDFi is unique, given the challenging domain of the North Eastern Region (NER) that it endeavours to promote. Like many of you, I have often wondered why the growth and development performance of this richly endowed Region has been well below its potential;
Sep 16, 2003
Indian Economic Scenario Yesterday – Today – Tomorrow
I am honoured to address this gathering which has been facilitating constructive interactions and garnering public debate on various issues confronting India. The theme chosen for this gathering ‘Indian Economic Scenario – Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow’ is one of the most important issues requiring wide public debate as the Indian Financial system is passing through a phase of transformation and consolidation. It is time to build strategies for the challenges that lie
Shri Vepa Kamesam, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
I am honoured to address this gathering which has been facilitating constructive interactions and garnering public debate on various issues confronting India. The theme chosen for this gathering ‘Indian Economic Scenario – Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow’ is one of the most important issues requiring wide public debate as the Indian Financial system is passing through a phase of transformation and consolidation. It is time to build strategies for the challenges that lie
Jul 25, 2003
Role of Quality Human Resource in Target Setting for Economic Growth1
I am indeed thankful to Technology Information, Forecasting and Assessment Council (TIFAC) and especially to Dr. R. Chidambaram, Chairman, TIFAC for inviting me to join the distinguished participants and share my thoughts on ‘Role of Quality Human Resources in Target Setting for Economic Growth’. As I understand TIFAC has undertaken an ambitious programme known as ‘MISSION REACH’ as a follow up of the Technology Vision-2020 recommendations. The MISSION REACH is three
Shri Vepa Kamesam, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
I am indeed thankful to Technology Information, Forecasting and Assessment Council (TIFAC) and especially to Dr. R. Chidambaram, Chairman, TIFAC for inviting me to join the distinguished participants and share my thoughts on ‘Role of Quality Human Resources in Target Setting for Economic Growth’. As I understand TIFAC has undertaken an ambitious programme known as ‘MISSION REACH’ as a follow up of the Technology Vision-2020 recommendations. The MISSION REACH is three
Jun 16, 2003
32nd ACU Board Meeting - Governor’s Welcome Address on June 16, 2003
Honourable Governors and distinguished Delegates, Guests, Ladies and Gentlemen:It is a great privilege for me to welcome you to this 32nd Board meeting of the Asian Clearing Union (ACU). I am happy that this meeting is being held in the city of Bangalore, known as the ‘City of Gardens’ , with a great tradition in music, literature, architecture, science and technology. The city is now known even more as India’s leading city for information technology.2. Before proceed
Dr. Bimal Jalan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Honourable Governors and distinguished Delegates, Guests, Ladies and Gentlemen:It is a great privilege for me to welcome you to this 32nd Board meeting of the Asian Clearing Union (ACU). I am happy that this meeting is being held in the city of Bangalore, known as the ‘City of Gardens’ , with a great tradition in music, literature, architecture, science and technology. The city is now known even more as India’s leading city for information technology.2. Before proceed
Jul 26, 2002
A Decade after 1991: New Challenges Facing the Indian Economy
I feel deeply honoured to have been invited to deliver the 28 th Frank Moraes Memorial Lecture this evening. I feel particularly honoured, but also humbled, when I look at the list of the very distinguished predecessors who have delivered this lecture. Frank Moraes was among the pioneers of independent Indian journalism. As editor of the Indian Express he set new standards in journalism in terms of both probity and quality of writing. I know that successive generation
Dr. Rakesh Mohan, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
I feel deeply honoured to have been invited to deliver the 28 th Frank Moraes Memorial Lecture this evening. I feel particularly honoured, but also humbled, when I look at the list of the very distinguished predecessors who have delivered this lecture. Frank Moraes was among the pioneers of independent Indian journalism. As editor of the Indian Express he set new standards in journalism in terms of both probity and quality of writing. I know that successive generation
Apr 03, 2002
Economic Reforms and Evolving Role of RBI as Banker to the Governments
Mr. Chairman, Mrs. Usha Sahajpal and friends, I am thankful to the organizers for inviting me to the Silver Jubilee Year of founding of Accounts Organisation and I recognize it as a reflection of the close cooperation and understanding that have evolved between Reserve Bank of India (RBI) as a banker to Government of India and its Accounts organisation. The title of the address refers to being banker to governments simply because RBI is a banker not only to the Centra
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Mr. Chairman, Mrs. Usha Sahajpal and friends, I am thankful to the organizers for inviting me to the Silver Jubilee Year of founding of Accounts Organisation and I recognize it as a reflection of the close cooperation and understanding that have evolved between Reserve Bank of India (RBI) as a banker to Government of India and its Accounts organisation. The title of the address refers to being banker to governments simply because RBI is a banker not only to the Centra
Mar 21, 2002
Evolving Role of Gold – Recent Trends and Future Direction
Mr. Chairman, Mr. Tarapore, Distinguished visitors and friends,I am thankful to the World Gold Council (WGC) for inviting me to participate in this meeting on the future direction of the gold market. This is the third conference of WGC, with which I am being associated and I do notice that all of these are held in New Delhi. It shows that though Mumbai is the financial capital and a major centre for gold market in India, the directions of gold policy have been and wil
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Mr. Chairman, Mr. Tarapore, Distinguished visitors and friends,I am thankful to the World Gold Council (WGC) for inviting me to participate in this meeting on the future direction of the gold market. This is the third conference of WGC, with which I am being associated and I do notice that all of these are held in New Delhi. It shows that though Mumbai is the financial capital and a major centre for gold market in India, the directions of gold policy have been and wil
Jan 15, 2002
India and Globalisation
This is a truly momentous occasion in the life of this Institute, its students, its teachers, and its friends. Let me begin by conveying my heartiest congratulations to the students who are receiving their degrees today. For all of them, it is a culmination of years of hard work, and a recognition of their high academic merit. All the teachers of this great Institute, who have put in so much time and effort to make this day possible, also deserve our gratitude. I woul
Dr. Bimal Jalan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
This is a truly momentous occasion in the life of this Institute, its students, its teachers, and its friends. Let me begin by conveying my heartiest congratulations to the students who are receiving their degrees today. For all of them, it is a culmination of years of hard work, and a recognition of their high academic merit. All the teachers of this great Institute, who have put in so much time and effort to make this day possible, also deserve our gratitude. I woul
Jan 14, 2002
Indian Banking and Finance: Managing New Challenges
IntroductionIn my inaugural address last year, I had indicated a vision for Indian banking in the new millennium – that of a vibrant, internationally active banking system, drawing upon its innate strengths and comparative advantages to make India a major banking centre of the world. I had pointed out then that, while it may take up to 10 or even 15 years to achieve this vision, the time to begin was now. Recent developments have only served to bring forward the urgen
Dr. Bimal Jalan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
IntroductionIn my inaugural address last year, I had indicated a vision for Indian banking in the new millennium – that of a vibrant, internationally active banking system, drawing upon its innate strengths and comparative advantages to make India a major banking centre of the world. I had pointed out then that, while it may take up to 10 or even 15 years to achieve this vision, the time to begin was now. Recent developments have only served to bring forward the urgen
Dec 06, 2001
Knowledge Revolution and Social Development
It gives me great pleasure to deliver the inaugural address at the IX Economic Convention 2001 at the H.R. College of Commerce & Economics for more than one reason. First and the foremost, it provides me an opportunity to be amongst students who would add to the vast pool of knowledge workers that our economy commands. If this convention helps shape their future and add to their knowledge bank, I would be most happy to play my part. Second, I learnt that the annua
Shri Vepa Kamesam, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
It gives me great pleasure to deliver the inaugural address at the IX Economic Convention 2001 at the H.R. College of Commerce & Economics for more than one reason. First and the foremost, it provides me an opportunity to be amongst students who would add to the vast pool of knowledge workers that our economy commands. If this convention helps shape their future and add to their knowledge bank, I would be most happy to play my part. Second, I learnt that the annua
Nov 22, 2001
Corporate Governance
I am happy to be here today. I am happy to be here in this historic city of Hyderabad, which is known as the training capital of India and equally happy to be in this prestigious campus of Administrative Staff College of India, nationally acclaimed as a temple of learning and temple of training. I thank my good and esteemed friend Dr. E.A.S Sarma- a well-known administrator, intellectual, economist and academician for giving me this wonderful opportunity of addressing
Shri Vepa Kamesam, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
I am happy to be here today. I am happy to be here in this historic city of Hyderabad, which is known as the training capital of India and equally happy to be in this prestigious campus of Administrative Staff College of India, nationally acclaimed as a temple of learning and temple of training. I thank my good and esteemed friend Dr. E.A.S Sarma- a well-known administrator, intellectual, economist and academician for giving me this wonderful opportunity of addressing
Oct 26, 2001
Forex Markets in India: Some Thoughts
It gives me great pleasure to address this gathering of forex professionals from all over the country. Looking at the list of speakers from the central bank who have addressed this august assembly in the past, I find that you have opted for change by inviting the regulator/supervisor rather than the exchange rate policy maker and manager from RBI. Although I am not very certain as to why, may be the fact that I was on your side of the market till a few months ago migh
Shri Vepa Kamesam, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
It gives me great pleasure to address this gathering of forex professionals from all over the country. Looking at the list of speakers from the central bank who have addressed this august assembly in the past, I find that you have opted for change by inviting the regulator/supervisor rather than the exchange rate policy maker and manager from RBI. Although I am not very certain as to why, may be the fact that I was on your side of the market till a few months ago migh
Oct 03, 2001
Autonomy of the Central Bank : Changing Contours in India
Dear Dr. Saxena, distinguished faculty, respected visitors, and young friends, I am grateful to the organisers for giving me this opportunity to be here with you today to deliver the Second Foundation Day Lecture. The IIM, Indore has acquired a great standing and high stature within a short span of four years and the entire credit should go to the support rendered by all, and in particular, the devotion and dedication displayed by the faculty and students to academic
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Dear Dr. Saxena, distinguished faculty, respected visitors, and young friends, I am grateful to the organisers for giving me this opportunity to be here with you today to deliver the Second Foundation Day Lecture. The IIM, Indore has acquired a great standing and high stature within a short span of four years and the entire credit should go to the support rendered by all, and in particular, the devotion and dedication displayed by the faculty and students to academic
Sep 05, 2001
Reviving Confidence in the Indian Economy
Respected Vice-Chancellor, Professor Rama Rao, distinguished academics and friends, At the outset, I would like to express my grateful thanks to Professor Rama Rao garu for giving me the privilege and honour of delivering the first Dr. S. Radhakrishnan Memorial Lecture sponsored by the University Grants Commission and being organised by the University of Hyderabad on the occasion of the Teachers’ Days this year. So much has been written and said about Dr. Sarvepalli R
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Respected Vice-Chancellor, Professor Rama Rao, distinguished academics and friends, At the outset, I would like to express my grateful thanks to Professor Rama Rao garu for giving me the privilege and honour of delivering the first Dr. S. Radhakrishnan Memorial Lecture sponsored by the University Grants Commission and being organised by the University of Hyderabad on the occasion of the Teachers’ Days this year. So much has been written and said about Dr. Sarvepalli R
Aug 28, 2001
Communication Policy of the Reserve Bank of India
Mr. Green, Mr. Weetman, Mr. New and friends, I am thankful to the organisers and in particular Mr. New for giving me the honour of participating in the 150th anniversary celebrations of the Reuters Group. In all innocence, I accepted the invitation only soon to realise that there is no free lunch or free dinner in this world. I am assigned the task of inaugurating the evening and addressing the guests on this occasion. I pleaded for some draft from Reuters, though inf
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Mr. Green, Mr. Weetman, Mr. New and friends, I am thankful to the organisers and in particular Mr. New for giving me the honour of participating in the 150th anniversary celebrations of the Reuters Group. In all innocence, I accepted the invitation only soon to realise that there is no free lunch or free dinner in this world. I am assigned the task of inaugurating the evening and addressing the guests on this occasion. I pleaded for some draft from Reuters, though inf
Jul 17, 2001
Fiscal Transparency and Beyond
Mr. Chairman and friends, It has always been an extremely productive venture for me to visit Indian Merchants Chamber and interact with the gathering. The subject chosen today has special relevance at this juncture for several reasons. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has released a Report on Fiscal Transparency a few weeks ago and it is necessary to view it and debate it in the context of fiscal challenges and their linkages with monetary policy. The Fiscal Responsibi
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Mr. Chairman and friends, It has always been an extremely productive venture for me to visit Indian Merchants Chamber and interact with the gathering. The subject chosen today has special relevance at this juncture for several reasons. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has released a Report on Fiscal Transparency a few weeks ago and it is necessary to view it and debate it in the context of fiscal challenges and their linkages with monetary policy. The Fiscal Responsibi
Jun 29, 2001
Issues in Implementing International Financial Standards and Codes
Governor Jayawardena, Deputy Governor Wijewardena and friends, It gives me great pleasure to deliver this public lecture at the Centre for Banking Studies (CBS) of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka. It gives me greater pleasure to share the podium with Governor Jayawardena whom I greatly admire for his intellect, acumen and outstanding statesmanship. The last time I shared the same forum with him was at the Second South Asia Forex Dealers Association Conference at Hydera
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Governor Jayawardena, Deputy Governor Wijewardena and friends, It gives me great pleasure to deliver this public lecture at the Centre for Banking Studies (CBS) of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka. It gives me greater pleasure to share the podium with Governor Jayawardena whom I greatly admire for his intellect, acumen and outstanding statesmanship. The last time I shared the same forum with him was at the Second South Asia Forex Dealers Association Conference at Hydera
May 19, 2001
Globalisation and Challenges for South Asia
Mr. Chairman and friends, At the outset, I would like to pay homage to the memory of late Bishweshwar Prasad Koirala who dedicated his life to the cause of democracy, liberty, social justice and human rights. His distinguished contemporaries respectfully but affectionately described him as 'BP' and as Mr. P.V. Narasimha Rao, one of our Prime Ministers mentioned : 'BP belonged, in the truest sense, to both our peoples of India as well as of Nepal'. Another Prime Minist
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Mr. Chairman and friends, At the outset, I would like to pay homage to the memory of late Bishweshwar Prasad Koirala who dedicated his life to the cause of democracy, liberty, social justice and human rights. His distinguished contemporaries respectfully but affectionately described him as 'BP' and as Mr. P.V. Narasimha Rao, one of our Prime Ministers mentioned : 'BP belonged, in the truest sense, to both our peoples of India as well as of Nepal'. Another Prime Minist
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