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Jan 27, 1999
SAARCFinance - 1999 - Emerging Trends in Supervision Perspectives on Regulation & Supervision
At the outset, on behalf of the Governor of the Reserve Bank of India and Government of India, I extend a hearty welcome to all the Central Bankers of SAARC Region on their visit to India and particularly to Reserve Banks College of Agricultural Banking. I also feel honoured for the privilege bestowed on me to inaugurate the Meeting of the Bank Supervisors to discuss Emerging Trends in Supervision today. 2. It is in fitness of things that the Meeting is being held
Shri S. P. Talwar, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
At the outset, on behalf of the Governor of the Reserve Bank of India and Government of India, I extend a hearty welcome to all the Central Bankers of SAARC Region on their visit to India and particularly to Reserve Banks College of Agricultural Banking. I also feel honoured for the privilege bestowed on me to inaugurate the Meeting of the Bank Supervisors to discuss Emerging Trends in Supervision today. 2. It is in fitness of things that the Meeting is being held
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Dec 18, 1998
Banking Soundness, Monetary Policy and Macro-economic Management: Random Thoughts
Mr. Chairman and friends, I would like to thank the organisers and in particular, Chairman, Shri T. R. Sridharan, for inviting me to deliver the valedictory address at the Bank Economists’ Conference `98. I enjoyed reading the excellent papers circulated for the Conference. I found them well researched, thought provoking, analytical, and wide ranging with operational relevance. I also read the keynote speeches and heard rapporteur’s reports. It is clear that the speec
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Mr. Chairman and friends, I would like to thank the organisers and in particular, Chairman, Shri T. R. Sridharan, for inviting me to deliver the valedictory address at the Bank Economists’ Conference `98. I enjoyed reading the excellent papers circulated for the Conference. I found them well researched, thought provoking, analytical, and wide ranging with operational relevance. I also read the keynote speeches and heard rapporteur’s reports. It is clear that the speec
Dec 16, 1998
TOWARDS A MORE VIBRANT BANKING SYSTEM
Inaugural AddressByBIMAL JALANGovernor, Reserve Bank of India At the Bank Economists Conference (BECON98) Held at Bangalore On 16-12-1998 Towards A More Vibrant Banking SystemBimal Jalan IntroductionI am happy to join this special gathering of bankers and deliver the inaugural address to the conference of bank economists . This year's meeting of bank economists is particularly important as it is being held against the background of one of the worst meltdowns of finan
Dr. Bimal Jalan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Inaugural AddressByBIMAL JALANGovernor, Reserve Bank of India At the Bank Economists Conference (BECON98) Held at Bangalore On 16-12-1998 Towards A More Vibrant Banking SystemBimal Jalan IntroductionI am happy to join this special gathering of bankers and deliver the inaugural address to the conference of bank economists . This year's meeting of bank economists is particularly important as it is being held against the background of one of the worst meltdowns of finan
Dec 16, 1998
The Changing Dimensions of Supervision and Regulation
Bank Economists' Conference 1998 (Presentation by S.P.Talwar, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India) It is indeed a great pleasure and honour for me, as a Central banker, to be in the midst of practising bankers and economists today. 2. Traditionally, the underlying theme of discussions of any meetings of economists used to centre around core economic or monetary policy issues. However, in the context of the South East Asian financial crisis, the importance of an e
Shri S. P. Talwar, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Bank Economists' Conference 1998 (Presentation by S.P.Talwar, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India) It is indeed a great pleasure and honour for me, as a Central banker, to be in the midst of practising bankers and economists today. 2. Traditionally, the underlying theme of discussions of any meetings of economists used to centre around core economic or monetary policy issues. However, in the context of the South East Asian financial crisis, the importance of an e
Dec 04, 1998
Restructuring of the Public Finances and Macro-economic Stability
Mr. Chairman and friends,This meeting has been convened to solicit views on one of the specific references to the Eleventh Finance Commission, viz., means by which the Union (or Centre) and the States may bring about restructuring of the public finances so as to restore the budgetary balance and maintain macro-economic stability. I will, therefore, confine myself to this theme, in the context of reform process under way. I will, first, describe what may be called the
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Mr. Chairman and friends,This meeting has been convened to solicit views on one of the specific references to the Eleventh Finance Commission, viz., means by which the Union (or Centre) and the States may bring about restructuring of the public finances so as to restore the budgetary balance and maintain macro-economic stability. I will, therefore, confine myself to this theme, in the context of reform process under way. I will, first, describe what may be called the
Nov 23, 1998
Managing Capital Flows
Capital inflows to developing countries have many beneficial effects, especially in financing investment and economic growth; but they are also sometimes problematic for policy makers in developing countries. Large capital flows could push up monetary aggregates, create inflationary pressures, destabilise exchange rate, affect domestic financial sector, and finally disrupt the economy if and when such flows get reversed or drastically reduced. The experience so far ha
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Capital inflows to developing countries have many beneficial effects, especially in financing investment and economic growth; but they are also sometimes problematic for policy makers in developing countries. Large capital flows could push up monetary aggregates, create inflationary pressures, destabilise exchange rate, affect domestic financial sector, and finally disrupt the economy if and when such flows get reversed or drastically reduced. The experience so far ha
Nov 20, 1998
Financial Sector Reform: Review and Prospects
Financial Sector Reform: Review and ProspectsI am thankful to Professor Nirvikar Singh for giving me this opportunity to be with a group of very eminent economists, with deep understanding of various aspects of Indias economy. I have set, for myself, a humble task of presenting before you, a consolidated account of financial reform measures undertaken so far, and indicate where we were before reform and where we are now. Comments and outlook in regard to some of the
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Financial Sector Reform: Review and ProspectsI am thankful to Professor Nirvikar Singh for giving me this opportunity to be with a group of very eminent economists, with deep understanding of various aspects of Indias economy. I have set, for myself, a humble task of presenting before you, a consolidated account of financial reform measures undertaken so far, and indicate where we were before reform and where we are now. Comments and outlook in regard to some of the
Nov 14, 1998
RBI and Banking Sector Reform
Chairman and Friends, It is a great honour and privilege to be here in IIM - Ahmedabad to interact with distinguished scholars and brilliant students of management. You represent the cream of Indian intellect, and Indian intellect is recognised as perhaps the cream of world intellect. I am looking forward to a lively and fruitful discussion today. In consultation with the organisers, I selected the topic for todays talk, viz., "RBI and Banking Sector Reform". Financi
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Chairman and Friends, It is a great honour and privilege to be here in IIM - Ahmedabad to interact with distinguished scholars and brilliant students of management. You represent the cream of Indian intellect, and Indian intellect is recognised as perhaps the cream of world intellect. I am looking forward to a lively and fruitful discussion today. In consultation with the organisers, I selected the topic for todays talk, viz., "RBI and Banking Sector Reform". Financi
Nov 11, 1998
Infrastructure Financing : Status and Issues
The process of economic reforms initiated in India in early nineties has focused, inter alia, on the infrastructure sector especially on attracting private investment. A number of policy initiatives have been taken by the Government of India and Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to attract such private investment. The present paper while listing the important developments also makes an attempt to focus on some of the important issues critical to infrastructure financing. Th
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
The process of economic reforms initiated in India in early nineties has focused, inter alia, on the infrastructure sector especially on attracting private investment. A number of policy initiatives have been taken by the Government of India and Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to attract such private investment. The present paper while listing the important developments also makes an attempt to focus on some of the important issues critical to infrastructure financing. Th
Nov 02, 1998
Development of Debt Markets in India·
Mr. Chairman, Honourable Finance Minister Yashwant Sinhaji, Mr.Lim and friends, At the outset, I would like to thank The World Bank for organising this high-level well attended, interactive, business-like seminar on a subject of high priority for India. My presentation would start with features and magnitudes of debt market in India and briefly touch on policy developments since 1991-92. Significant reforms in debt markets undertaken since last year will then be recal
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Mr. Chairman, Honourable Finance Minister Yashwant Sinhaji, Mr.Lim and friends, At the outset, I would like to thank The World Bank for organising this high-level well attended, interactive, business-like seminar on a subject of high priority for India. My presentation would start with features and magnitudes of debt market in India and briefly touch on policy developments since 1991-92. Significant reforms in debt markets undertaken since last year will then be recal
Oct 01, 1998
Managing Capital Account
Friends, On behalf of the Reserve Bank of India, I would like to convey my warm greetings to all the delegates from various South Asian countries. I have special pleasure in welcoming our chief guest, Governor A. S. Jayawardhene. The forex markets in many parts of the world are going through a turmoil due to currency crises, which are intensively affecting more and more countries. Much of these crises are characterised by volatile capital flows though the underlying
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Friends, On behalf of the Reserve Bank of India, I would like to convey my warm greetings to all the delegates from various South Asian countries. I have special pleasure in welcoming our chief guest, Governor A. S. Jayawardhene. The forex markets in many parts of the world are going through a turmoil due to currency crises, which are intensively affecting more and more countries. Much of these crises are characterised by volatile capital flows though the underlying
Sep 19, 1998
Management Challenges for the Next Century
It is a privilege to be in the midst of this distinguished gathering to deliver the valedictory address to the National Management Convention this evening. This is the Silver Jubilee year of this Convention, and represents an important event in the history of the All India Management Association. It is a fitting tribute to the Silver Jubilee year that this convention is devoted to such an important theme as strategies for strengthening competitiveness of Indian econom
Dr. Bimal Jalan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
It is a privilege to be in the midst of this distinguished gathering to deliver the valedictory address to the National Management Convention this evening. This is the Silver Jubilee year of this Convention, and represents an important event in the history of the All India Management Association. It is a fitting tribute to the Silver Jubilee year that this convention is devoted to such an important theme as strategies for strengthening competitiveness of Indian econom
Sep 16, 1998
Trends in International Banking
I am very happy to be with you on this occasion. I would like to commend the Indian Banks' Association for organising the International Banking Conference at a very timely and critical juncture. The theme of the Conference assumes great significance in the current international environment. In the context of the Asian financial crisis and the continuing turbulence in the international financial markets, the formulation and application of international rules for sound
Dr. Bimal Jalan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
I am very happy to be with you on this occasion. I would like to commend the Indian Banks' Association for organising the International Banking Conference at a very timely and critical juncture. The theme of the Conference assumes great significance in the current international environment. In the context of the Asian financial crisis and the continuing turbulence in the international financial markets, the formulation and application of international rules for sound
Aug 14, 1998
Indian Economy: A Retrospect and Prospects
Friends, Coming to Tirupati is like a journey down memory lane for me. I belong to a village nearby though in Cuddapah district, studied what was known then as Intermediate Course in Sri Venkateswara University and worked for several years on development of the Rayalaseema region. I served in Chittoor, your district as Secretary, Zilla Parishad in 1967. So, for more than one reason, I am grateful to the organisers for giving me this opportunity to be with you, in a ga
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Friends, Coming to Tirupati is like a journey down memory lane for me. I belong to a village nearby though in Cuddapah district, studied what was known then as Intermediate Course in Sri Venkateswara University and worked for several years on development of the Rayalaseema region. I served in Chittoor, your district as Secretary, Zilla Parishad in 1967. So, for more than one reason, I am grateful to the organisers for giving me this opportunity to be with you, in a ga
Aug 02, 1998
Venture Capital and Technology Development in India
For News agencies and electronic media not before 8.00 p.m. August 2, 1998 Newspapers not before August 3, 1998 Venture Capital and Technology Development in India : An Agenda for Deliberations I thank the organisers, and in particular my senior and respected colleague Mr. Nayak, for giving me this opportunity to be with you, and deliver the keynote address at this National Venture Capital Seminar. I am happy to observe that the Centre for Technology Development (CTD)
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
For News agencies and electronic media not before 8.00 p.m. August 2, 1998 Newspapers not before August 3, 1998 Venture Capital and Technology Development in India : An Agenda for Deliberations I thank the organisers, and in particular my senior and respected colleague Mr. Nayak, for giving me this opportunity to be with you, and deliver the keynote address at this National Venture Capital Seminar. I am happy to observe that the Centre for Technology Development (CTD)
Jul 17, 1998
India among the leaders of 21st century: Fifth L.K. Jha Memorial Lecture
Mr. Governor, relatives of the late Mr. L.K. Jha, ladies and gentlemen : Dangerous, often fatal, is the prophet's calling. Most are put to death. That was nearly UNCTAD's fate a couple of years ago. The few survivors of the lynch mob usually succumb to one of two evils. The first is the ugly sin of Schadenfreude, that is, rejoicing in other people's misfortune. The second is the loss of face they suffer when their predictions do not come true. Things have worsened so
Mr. Rubens Ricupero, Secretary-General of UNCTAD
Mr. Governor, relatives of the late Mr. L.K. Jha, ladies and gentlemen : Dangerous, often fatal, is the prophet's calling. Most are put to death. That was nearly UNCTAD's fate a couple of years ago. The few survivors of the lynch mob usually succumb to one of two evils. The first is the ugly sin of Schadenfreude, that is, rejoicing in other people's misfortune. The second is the loss of face they suffer when their predictions do not come true. Things have worsened so
Jun 03, 1998
Interest Rates in India : Status and Issues
Address at the Inaugural Conference of Fixed Income Money Market and Derivatives Association of India (FIMMDA) by Dr.Y.V.Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India, on June 3, 1998 at Mumbai. Interest Rates in India : Status and Issues Friends, I am happy to be here at the inaugural conference to commemorate the incorporation of Fixed Income Money Market and Derivatives Association of India (FIMMDA). Let me, at the outset, congratulate the organisers who have taken
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Address at the Inaugural Conference of Fixed Income Money Market and Derivatives Association of India (FIMMDA) by Dr.Y.V.Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India, on June 3, 1998 at Mumbai. Interest Rates in India : Status and Issues Friends, I am happy to be here at the inaugural conference to commemorate the incorporation of Fixed Income Money Market and Derivatives Association of India (FIMMDA). Let me, at the outset, congratulate the organisers who have taken
May 08, 1998
Science, Technology and Development: Sir Vithal N. Chandavarkar Memorial Lecture
I am grateful to the Indian Institute of Science, unique Institute committed to advanced research and education on Science and Technology for asking me to deliver this lecture in the memory of Sir Vithal N. Chandravarkar. As a non-scientist, I feel specially privileged to be invited to address this distinguished audience in this famous institution. Sir Vithal Chandravarkar, a barrister by profession, was a towering personality in Indian public life. The University of
Dr. Bimal Jalan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
I am grateful to the Indian Institute of Science, unique Institute committed to advanced research and education on Science and Technology for asking me to deliver this lecture in the memory of Sir Vithal N. Chandravarkar. As a non-scientist, I feel specially privileged to be invited to address this distinguished audience in this famous institution. Sir Vithal Chandravarkar, a barrister by profession, was a towering personality in Indian public life. The University of
May 02, 1998
Monetary and Credit Policy Continuity, Context, Change and Challenges
Address by Dr.Y.V.Reddy, Deputy Governor, at Reserve Bank of India, Chennai, on May 2, 1998. Monetary and credit policy has, recently been attracting serious public attention and interest. The media, the intellectuals, the business community and in fact, people in almost all walks of life in India have been showing interest in understanding the policy and its implications and the manner in which it affects them. There is also a close observation of the stance of polic
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Address by Dr.Y.V.Reddy, Deputy Governor, at Reserve Bank of India, Chennai, on May 2, 1998. Monetary and credit policy has, recently been attracting serious public attention and interest. The media, the intellectuals, the business community and in fact, people in almost all walks of life in India have been showing interest in understanding the policy and its implications and the manner in which it affects them. There is also a close observation of the stance of polic
May 01, 1998
Asian Crisis: Asking Right Questions
Mr. Chairman and Friends, I am grateful to the organisers for giving me this opportunity to be with you and, derive the benefit of interaction, with a set of distinguished and knowledgeable people. The Asian crisis has been a matter of wide debate, and I doubt whether much new light can be shed on it. At the same time, I wonder whether many of us have been able to fully comprehend the causes, cure or consequences of the crisis. Perhaps one useful way of crystallising
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Mr. Chairman and Friends, I am grateful to the organisers for giving me this opportunity to be with you and, derive the benefit of interaction, with a set of distinguished and knowledgeable people. The Asian crisis has been a matter of wide debate, and I doubt whether much new light can be shed on it. At the same time, I wonder whether many of us have been able to fully comprehend the causes, cure or consequences of the crisis. Perhaps one useful way of crystallising
Mar 23, 1998
Inaugural address - Primary Dealers Association of India
Inaugural address by Dr. Y.V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India at Primary dealers association of India on March 23, 1998 at Taj Mahal Hotel, Mumbai Chairman Mr.Mukherji and friends, I am happy to be here at the inaugural function of the Primary Dealers Association of India. This is a culmination of the continuous efforts made by the first set of Primary Dealers registered in 1996. I consider today's event as an important landmark in the development of Gov
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Inaugural address by Dr. Y.V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India at Primary dealers association of India on March 23, 1998 at Taj Mahal Hotel, Mumbai Chairman Mr.Mukherji and friends, I am happy to be here at the inaugural function of the Primary Dealers Association of India. This is a culmination of the continuous efforts made by the first set of Primary Dealers registered in 1996. I consider today's event as an important landmark in the development of Gov
Mar 21, 1998
High Banking Transaction Costs are a `Deadweight Loss': RBI Governor
Dr. Bimal Jalan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India addressed the participants of a Symposium on Transformation of Indian Banking and Financial System in 50 Years of India's Independence. The two-day Symposium was organised by the Bankers Training College of the Reserve Bank of India in Mumbai on March 20-21 to celebrate the 50th year of India's Independence. The Symposium was attended by senior officers from banks, financial institutions and the Reserve Bank of India. A
Dr. Bimal Jalan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Dr. Bimal Jalan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India addressed the participants of a Symposium on Transformation of Indian Banking and Financial System in 50 Years of India's Independence. The two-day Symposium was organised by the Bankers Training College of the Reserve Bank of India in Mumbai on March 20-21 to celebrate the 50th year of India's Independence. The Symposium was attended by senior officers from banks, financial institutions and the Reserve Bank of India. A
Mar 17, 1998
Seminar on Regulatory Framework for Non-Banking Financial Companies Key Note
Seminar on Regulatory framework for Non-Banking Financial Companies Key Note Address by Shri S. P. Talwar, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India Central Office Mumbai 17th March, 1998 Distinguished delegates, guests, ladies and gentlemen, I extend a hearty welcome to you all to this Seminar which is taking place at a time when the NBFC sector is passing through a critical time and the process of its consolidation has just set in. With a view to effectively disseminat
Shri S. P. Talwar, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Seminar on Regulatory framework for Non-Banking Financial Companies Key Note Address by Shri S. P. Talwar, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India Central Office Mumbai 17th March, 1998 Distinguished delegates, guests, ladies and gentlemen, I extend a hearty welcome to you all to this Seminar which is taking place at a time when the NBFC sector is passing through a critical time and the process of its consolidation has just set in. With a view to effectively disseminat
Feb 28, 1998
State Finances and RBI Initiatives
It is a great honour, and pleasure to be with you all here, on this important occasion. Do I have a choice, when the distinguished Advisory Board of Data News Features summons me? Mr. Hanumantha Rao has been collecting, collating, consolidating and marketing data on Andhra Pradesh economy for decades. He is a pioneer in recognising the importance of data dissemination and in particular data consolidation and analysis at the state level. Perhaps, this is the first comp
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
It is a great honour, and pleasure to be with you all here, on this important occasion. Do I have a choice, when the distinguished Advisory Board of Data News Features summons me? Mr. Hanumantha Rao has been collecting, collating, consolidating and marketing data on Andhra Pradesh economy for decades. He is a pioneer in recognising the importance of data dissemination and in particular data consolidation and analysis at the state level. Perhaps, this is the first comp
Feb 20, 1998
Key note address at the CII seminar on "Emerging Scenario in Foreign Currency Management
Key note address by Dr. Y V Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India, at the CII seminar on `Emerging Scenario in Foreign Currency Management' on February 20, 1998 in Mumbai. Emerging Concerns and State of Indian Economy Chairman and friends, On this occasion, I propose to address the limited issue of identifying the emerging concerns on the state of economies of emerging markets with particular reference to recent developments and place before you a factual acco
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Key note address by Dr. Y V Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India, at the CII seminar on `Emerging Scenario in Foreign Currency Management' on February 20, 1998 in Mumbai. Emerging Concerns and State of Indian Economy Chairman and friends, On this occasion, I propose to address the limited issue of identifying the emerging concerns on the state of economies of emerging markets with particular reference to recent developments and place before you a factual acco
Feb 11, 1998
Inaugural Address - Meeting of International Organisation of Securities Commission
Inaugural Address by Dr.Bimal Jalan Governor, Reserve Bank of India at the meeting of International Organisation of Securities Commissions, Mumbai, 11th February 1998 Mr. Mehta, Chairman, Securities and Exchange Board of India, Distinguished Members of the Asia Pacific Regional Committee, Enforcement Directors' of APRC Securities Commission and Friends. I have great pleasure in joining you today. I am thankful to Shri Mehta, Chairman, Securities Exchange Board of Indi
Dr. Bimal Jalan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Inaugural Address by Dr.Bimal Jalan Governor, Reserve Bank of India at the meeting of International Organisation of Securities Commissions, Mumbai, 11th February 1998 Mr. Mehta, Chairman, Securities and Exchange Board of India, Distinguished Members of the Asia Pacific Regional Committee, Enforcement Directors' of APRC Securities Commission and Friends. I have great pleasure in joining you today. I am thankful to Shri Mehta, Chairman, Securities Exchange Board of Indi
Dec 29, 1997
Economists and Public Policy
Y.V. ReddyI deem it as a great honour to be here to deliver this valedictory address. I am grateful to innumerable friends of my alma mater, Osmania University, and in particular Vice Chancellor Ramakistayya, who have so kindly given me this opportunity. My association with Osmania University dates back to August 1960, with registration as a full time researcher for Ph.D. Later, as a lecturer in this campus, I learnt a lot before joining the Administrative Service in
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Y.V. ReddyI deem it as a great honour to be here to deliver this valedictory address. I am grateful to innumerable friends of my alma mater, Osmania University, and in particular Vice Chancellor Ramakistayya, who have so kindly given me this opportunity. My association with Osmania University dates back to August 1960, with registration as a full time researcher for Ph.D. Later, as a lecturer in this campus, I learnt a lot before joining the Administrative Service in
Dec 27, 1997
Public Debt: Current Issues
Principal Sivaraman and Friends, I am thankful to Shri Sivaraman for inviting me and giving me an opportunity to meet you and interact with you. He gave me the freedom to choose a topic and I chose public debt because of its great importance to not only the Reserve Bank of India and Governments concerned but also to macro-economic policy in general and to financial sector in particular. In the context of broader economic reform as also financial sector reform, a numbe
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Principal Sivaraman and Friends, I am thankful to Shri Sivaraman for inviting me and giving me an opportunity to meet you and interact with you. He gave me the freedom to choose a topic and I chose public debt because of its great importance to not only the Reserve Bank of India and Governments concerned but also to macro-economic policy in general and to financial sector in particular. In the context of broader economic reform as also financial sector reform, a numbe
Nov 18, 1997
External Debt and Economic Reform, Seminar on New Opportunities in Global Finance
External Debt and Economic Reform by Dr. Y.V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India, Seminar on New Opportunities in Global Finance sponsored by Greater Mysore Chamber of Industry Bangalore Management Association Institute of Internal Auditors - India Rotary Club of Bangalore Mr. Chairman and Friends, I am thankful to the organisers of this conference and Mr. Biswas of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), for giving me this opportunity to be with you. For some of
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
External Debt and Economic Reform by Dr. Y.V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India, Seminar on New Opportunities in Global Finance sponsored by Greater Mysore Chamber of Industry Bangalore Management Association Institute of Internal Auditors - India Rotary Club of Bangalore Mr. Chairman and Friends, I am thankful to the organisers of this conference and Mr. Biswas of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), for giving me this opportunity to be with you. For some of
Nov 17, 1997
Monetary and Credit Policy: Issues and Perspectives
Monetary and Credit Policy: Issues and Perspectives by Dr. Y.V.Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India at Discussion Meeting organised by Indian Merchants' Chamber Economic Research and Training Foundation Mumbai on November 17, 1997 Issues and Perspectives Chairman and friends, it gives me great pleasure to be with you today for this discussion. Dr.Jhaveri, for whom I have high personal regard, has been insisting for quite some time that I address this forum. W
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Monetary and Credit Policy: Issues and Perspectives by Dr. Y.V.Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India at Discussion Meeting organised by Indian Merchants' Chamber Economic Research and Training Foundation Mumbai on November 17, 1997 Issues and Perspectives Chairman and friends, it gives me great pleasure to be with you today for this discussion. Dr.Jhaveri, for whom I have high personal regard, has been insisting for quite some time that I address this forum. W
Nov 14, 1997
Financial Sector Reforms and RBI's Balance Sheet Management
Financial Sector Reforms and RBI's Balance Sheet Management by Dr. Y.V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India, Mumbai. The Vysya Bank 11th Annual Lecture on Banking at Bangalore on November 14, 1997 Chairman Shri Ramamoorthy and friends. I am pleased to deliver the 11th Annual Lecture of Vysya Bank. In fact, this assignment gave me an opportunity to study and reflect on the subject in the light of my recent experience in handling this subject in the Reserve Ba
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Financial Sector Reforms and RBI's Balance Sheet Management by Dr. Y.V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India, Mumbai. The Vysya Bank 11th Annual Lecture on Banking at Bangalore on November 14, 1997 Chairman Shri Ramamoorthy and friends. I am pleased to deliver the 11th Annual Lecture of Vysya Bank. In fact, this assignment gave me an opportunity to study and reflect on the subject in the light of my recent experience in handling this subject in the Reserve Ba
Nov 11, 1997
Ninth V.T. Krishnamachari Memorial Lecture on "The Role of Monetary Policy
Ninth V.T. Krishnamachari Memorial Lecture on 'The Role of Monetary Policy' delivered by C. Rangarajan Governor, Reserve Bank of India at The Institute of Economic Growth Delhi on Tuesday, 11th November 1997 It is a great honour to be invited to deliver the 9th V.T.Krishnamachari Memorial Lecture. As you all know, Mr.Krishnamachari was a distinguished civil servant who left his imprint on many walks of India's life. The princely States of Baroda and Jaipur gained imme
Dr. C. Rangarajan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Ninth V.T. Krishnamachari Memorial Lecture on 'The Role of Monetary Policy' delivered by C. Rangarajan Governor, Reserve Bank of India at The Institute of Economic Growth Delhi on Tuesday, 11th November 1997 It is a great honour to be invited to deliver the 9th V.T.Krishnamachari Memorial Lecture. As you all know, Mr.Krishnamachari was a distinguished civil servant who left his imprint on many walks of India's life. The princely States of Baroda and Jaipur gained imme
Nov 05, 1997
Indian Financial Markets : New Initiatives
Indian Financial Markets : New Initiatives by Dr. Y.V. Reddy Deputy Governor Reserve Bank of India, Mumbai at Indian Institute of Foreign Trade at Delhi on November 5, 1997 Indian Financial Markets: New Initiatives It gives me great pleasure to be in this institute today. I have many friends here since I had the privilege of being the Director General of this esteemed institution in 1995. However, the main reason for my being here today is the insistence of my dear an
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Indian Financial Markets : New Initiatives by Dr. Y.V. Reddy Deputy Governor Reserve Bank of India, Mumbai at Indian Institute of Foreign Trade at Delhi on November 5, 1997 Indian Financial Markets: New Initiatives It gives me great pleasure to be in this institute today. I have many friends here since I had the privilege of being the Director General of this esteemed institution in 1995. However, the main reason for my being here today is the insistence of my dear an
Oct 09, 1997
The Future of India's Debt Market 1997
I am happy to be amongst you this morning. This Conference gives me an opportunity to sharpen my thoughts, and gain insights from the deliberations. The subject has gained importance over the years, and in particular, more recently after the Monetary and Credit Policy of April 1997. In fact, there is a sudden spurt in Conferences on this subject, as for example, the SBICAP Debt Market Seminar held last month. Also, there was a pretty elaborate coverage of this subject
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
I am happy to be amongst you this morning. This Conference gives me an opportunity to sharpen my thoughts, and gain insights from the deliberations. The subject has gained importance over the years, and in particular, more recently after the Monetary and Credit Policy of April 1997. In fact, there is a sudden spurt in Conferences on this subject, as for example, the SBICAP Debt Market Seminar held last month. Also, there was a pretty elaborate coverage of this subject
Oct 08, 1997
Indian Banking Second Phase of Reforms Agenda and Issues
I am thankful to the organisers and in particular, Chairman, Shri M.G. Bhide for whom I have high regard, for inviting me to deliver the valedictory address at the 20th Bank Economists' Conference. I have had the benefit of going through the scholarly but pragmatic papers as also the reports of rapporteurs covering the deliberations. I find them highly stimulating. A number of issues of critical importance have been flagged by the participants. I will recall the major
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
I am thankful to the organisers and in particular, Chairman, Shri M.G. Bhide for whom I have high regard, for inviting me to deliver the valedictory address at the 20th Bank Economists' Conference. I have had the benefit of going through the scholarly but pragmatic papers as also the reports of rapporteurs covering the deliberations. I find them highly stimulating. A number of issues of critical importance have been flagged by the participants. I will recall the major
Oct 06, 1997
Indian Banking - Second Phase of Reforms - Issues and Imperatives
1.It gives me great pleasure to be in your midst this morning and to participate once again in the Annual Conference of Bank Economists. I am indeed happy that these Conferences have become occasions for serious discussions on the issues facing the banking industry. 2.The theme of the current years' Conference is `Indian Banking: Second Phase of Reforms'. Even as we begin discussing about what should constitute the second phase of reforms, it is perhaps appropriate to
Dr. C. Rangarajan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
1.It gives me great pleasure to be in your midst this morning and to participate once again in the Annual Conference of Bank Economists. I am indeed happy that these Conferences have become occasions for serious discussions on the issues facing the banking industry. 2.The theme of the current years' Conference is `Indian Banking: Second Phase of Reforms'. Even as we begin discussing about what should constitute the second phase of reforms, it is perhaps appropriate to
Oct 03, 1997
Indian Economy: Current Trends and Immediate Prospects
1. In my address this evening I would like to focus on the current developments in the Indian economy and the immediate prospects. The decade of the 90s has seen India rapidly transforming into a high growth economy. There has been an enormous change in the economic environment since 1991, with the introduction of reforms as part of a comprehensive stabilisation and structural adjustment programme. The basic objectives of the current reform programme have been to remo
Dr. C. Rangarajan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
1. In my address this evening I would like to focus on the current developments in the Indian economy and the immediate prospects. The decade of the 90s has seen India rapidly transforming into a high growth economy. There has been an enormous change in the economic environment since 1991, with the introduction of reforms as part of a comprehensive stabilisation and structural adjustment programme. The basic objectives of the current reform programme have been to remo
Oct 03, 1997
Governor's address at the Special convocation to confer the honorary title Fellow of the Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad
It gives me immense pleasure to be on the campus of the Indian Institute of Management. I accept in all humility the Award of the title 'Fellow of the Indian Institute of Management', Ahmedabad. What can be a greater honour than the recognition by one's own peers and family. I look back with immense satisfaction the years that I spent on the campus here. Those fourteen years marked the most productive period of my academic life. It is no mean task to have created here
Dr. C. Rangarajan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
It gives me immense pleasure to be on the campus of the Indian Institute of Management. I accept in all humility the Award of the title 'Fellow of the Indian Institute of Management', Ahmedabad. What can be a greater honour than the recognition by one's own peers and family. I look back with immense satisfaction the years that I spent on the campus here. Those fourteen years marked the most productive period of my academic life. It is no mean task to have created here
Sep 29, 1997
Annual Meetings of the World Bank Group and International Monetary Fund
Statement by the Honorable C. Rangarajan Governor, Reserve Bank of India Leader of Indian Delegation Annual Meetings, Hong Kong Mr. Chairman: The Annual Meetings of the World Bank Group and the International Monetary Fund at Hong Kong, China are of historic significane, coming as they do immediately after the unification of Hong Kong with China. In many ways Hong Kong epitomizes the tremendous potential for economic development through openness to foreign trade and in
Dr. C. Rangarajan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Statement by the Honorable C. Rangarajan Governor, Reserve Bank of India Leader of Indian Delegation Annual Meetings, Hong Kong Mr. Chairman: The Annual Meetings of the World Bank Group and the International Monetary Fund at Hong Kong, China are of historic significane, coming as they do immediately after the unification of Hong Kong with China. In many ways Hong Kong epitomizes the tremendous potential for economic development through openness to foreign trade and in
Aug 30, 1997
Silver Jubilee National Convention and Third International Conference of the Institute of Company Secretaries of India by C.Rangarajan at Hyderabad
1. The last few years have seen a marked upsurge of interest in the subject of corporate governance. There is widespread feeling that the system of corporate governance is in need of reform although there is no clear consensus on the nature of changes necessary. Corporate governance itself is a term that is not well defined. It may be said to include the policies and procedures adopted by a company in achieving its objectives in relation to its shareholders, employees
Dr. C. Rangarajan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
1. The last few years have seen a marked upsurge of interest in the subject of corporate governance. There is widespread feeling that the system of corporate governance is in need of reform although there is no clear consensus on the nature of changes necessary. Corporate governance itself is a term that is not well defined. It may be said to include the policies and procedures adopted by a company in achieving its objectives in relation to its shareholders, employees
Aug 30, 1997
SBICAP Debt Market Seminar 1997
Activating Debt Markets in India 1. I have great pleasure in being with you this morning. I would like to congratulate the SBICAP for organising the seminar on `Activating Debt Markets in India'. This subject has assumed greater significance in the context of the ongoing financial sector reforms and the efforts to widen and deepen the financial system. Role and Significance 2. Debt market, otherwise called the Fixed Income Securities Market, apart from being a source
Dr. C. Rangarajan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Activating Debt Markets in India 1. I have great pleasure in being with you this morning. I would like to congratulate the SBICAP for organising the seminar on `Activating Debt Markets in India'. This subject has assumed greater significance in the context of the ongoing financial sector reforms and the efforts to widen and deepen the financial system. Role and Significance 2. Debt market, otherwise called the Fixed Income Securities Market, apart from being a source
Aug 30, 1997
Inauguration of Andhra Bank Credit Card Transaction Automation Project
1. It gives me a great pleasure to be in your midst this morning and I am delighted to participate in this function which marks another important milestone in the development of Andhra Bank. 2. I am indeed heartened to note the progress that the Andhra Bank has made in the last few years and more particularly in the year 1996-97 and as Mr.Narayanan pointed out almost all parameters of operational efficiency have improved during 1996-97. Mr. Narayanan, Mr.Ganiga and th
Dr. C. Rangarajan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
1. It gives me a great pleasure to be in your midst this morning and I am delighted to participate in this function which marks another important milestone in the development of Andhra Bank. 2. I am indeed heartened to note the progress that the Andhra Bank has made in the last few years and more particularly in the year 1996-97 and as Mr.Narayanan pointed out almost all parameters of operational efficiency have improved during 1996-97. Mr. Narayanan, Mr.Ganiga and th
Aug 29, 1997
On the conferment of schedule status and successful completion of Mahesh Bank
1. I have great pleasure in being with you this evening and participate in the function organised to declare the A.P. Mahesh Co-operative Urban Bank Ltd. as a scheduled urban co-operative bank. It is heartening to note that the A.P. Mahesh Co-operative Urban Bank Ltd. is the first urban co-operative bank in the Southern India to acquire the scheduled status. The successive Boards of Management deserve complements for making significant strides in building up a strong
Dr. C. Rangarajan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
1. I have great pleasure in being with you this evening and participate in the function organised to declare the A.P. Mahesh Co-operative Urban Bank Ltd. as a scheduled urban co-operative bank. It is heartening to note that the A.P. Mahesh Co-operative Urban Bank Ltd. is the first urban co-operative bank in the Southern India to acquire the scheduled status. The successive Boards of Management deserve complements for making significant strides in building up a strong
Aug 20, 1997
The Role and Regulation of NBFCs
Address by S.P. Talwar Deputy Governor Reserve Bank of India at Round Table on 'The Role and Regulation of NBFCs' Organised by The Associated Chambers of Commerce & Industry of India, New Delhi on August 20, 1997 'The Role and Regulation of NBFCs' The Indian economy is going through a period of rapid `financial isation'. Today, the `intermediation' is being conducted by a wide range of financial institution through plethora of customer friendly financial products.
Shri S. P. Talwar, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Address by S.P. Talwar Deputy Governor Reserve Bank of India at Round Table on 'The Role and Regulation of NBFCs' Organised by The Associated Chambers of Commerce & Industry of India, New Delhi on August 20, 1997 'The Role and Regulation of NBFCs' The Indian economy is going through a period of rapid `financial isation'. Today, the `intermediation' is being conducted by a wide range of financial institution through plethora of customer friendly financial products.
Aug 15, 1997
Exchange Rate Management : Dilemmas
Inaugural Address by Dr. Y.V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India at XIth National Assembly Forex Association of India at Hotel Cidade De Goa, Goa, on August 15, 1997 Exchange Rate Management : Dilemmas Mr Chairman and friends, I am thankful to the organisers of the XI th National Assembly of the Forex Association of India for giving me an opportunity to share with you the dilemmas that we face in foreign exchange management. The fifty years since independen
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Inaugural Address by Dr. Y.V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India at XIth National Assembly Forex Association of India at Hotel Cidade De Goa, Goa, on August 15, 1997 Exchange Rate Management : Dilemmas Mr Chairman and friends, I am thankful to the organisers of the XI th National Assembly of the Forex Association of India for giving me an opportunity to share with you the dilemmas that we face in foreign exchange management. The fifty years since independen
Aug 02, 1997
Gold Banking in India
Gold Banking in India Mr Chairman and Friends, I am thankful to the World Gold Council for inviting me to participate in this Conference. It is unusual for the organisers to seek the same speaker and even more unusual for the speaker to accept such an invitation within a span of nine months. That happens in academic circles. It is of course, routine in Toast Masters Club, of which I was a member decades ago. But, this is a gathering of hard headed finance and business
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Gold Banking in India Mr Chairman and Friends, I am thankful to the World Gold Council for inviting me to participate in this Conference. It is unusual for the organisers to seek the same speaker and even more unusual for the speaker to accept such an invitation within a span of nine months. That happens in academic circles. It is of course, routine in Toast Masters Club, of which I was a member decades ago. But, this is a gathering of hard headed finance and business
Aug 02, 1997
Development of Gold Market in India
Speech of Smt. Usha Thorat, Chief General Manager, Department of External Investments and Operations, Reserve Bank of India at the World Gold Council, New Delhi, on Saturday, August 2, 1997. Development of Gold Market in India In the last year's conference organised by the World Gold Council as also this year's, a number of issues have been raised which would lead to the conclusion that gold could play a very significant role with a more open policy on gold, rationali
Smt. Usha Thorat, Chief General Manager, Department of External Investments and Operations, Reserve Bank of India
Speech of Smt. Usha Thorat, Chief General Manager, Department of External Investments and Operations, Reserve Bank of India at the World Gold Council, New Delhi, on Saturday, August 2, 1997. Development of Gold Market in India In the last year's conference organised by the World Gold Council as also this year's, a number of issues have been raised which would lead to the conclusion that gold could play a very significant role with a more open policy on gold, rationali
Jul 25, 1997
Current Economic Trends at the All India Manufacturers Organisations
Address by Dr. C. Rangarajan Governor, Reserve Bank of India on 'Current Economic Trends' at the All India Manufacturers' Organisation's Meet Mumbai on July 25, 1997 In my address this evening I would like to focus on the current developments in the Indian economy in the context of the on-going macro-economic reform programme. The decade of the 90s has seen India rapidly transforming into a high growth economy. There has been an enormous change in the economic environ
Dr. C. Rangarajan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Address by Dr. C. Rangarajan Governor, Reserve Bank of India on 'Current Economic Trends' at the All India Manufacturers' Organisation's Meet Mumbai on July 25, 1997 In my address this evening I would like to focus on the current developments in the Indian economy in the context of the on-going macro-economic reform programme. The decade of the 90s has seen India rapidly transforming into a high growth economy. There has been an enormous change in the economic environ
Jun 21, 1997
Capital Flight : Myths and Realities
Y.V.Reddy 1. I am extremely happy to be in Centre for Economic and Social Studies with you all today. I am particularly honoured that my respected guru for about 35 years, almost the whole of my adult life, Mr.Vithal, is presiding over this meeting. My profound apologies for the inconvenience caused on account of the unavoidable postponement of this talk, which was originally scheduled for last month. I am thankful to Professor Venkatramiah garu for giving me this opp
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Y.V.Reddy 1. I am extremely happy to be in Centre for Economic and Social Studies with you all today. I am particularly honoured that my respected guru for about 35 years, almost the whole of my adult life, Mr.Vithal, is presiding over this meeting. My profound apologies for the inconvenience caused on account of the unavoidable postponement of this talk, which was originally scheduled for last month. I am thankful to Professor Venkatramiah garu for giving me this opp
Jun 11, 1997
Monetary Policy and Prospects for Investment in India
Y.V.Reddy It gives me great pleasure to be here in your midst. Dr.C.Rangarajan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India was originally slated to address this seminar but could not do so due to compelling circumstances. I shall try and partly make up for his absence, by drawing heavily from his speeches, in making this presentation. I thank the Adam Smith Institute, and in particular, Professor Carlos Alberto CAMPOS, for giving me this opportunity to be with you and particip
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Y.V.Reddy It gives me great pleasure to be here in your midst. Dr.C.Rangarajan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India was originally slated to address this seminar but could not do so due to compelling circumstances. I shall try and partly make up for his absence, by drawing heavily from his speeches, in making this presentation. I thank the Adam Smith Institute, and in particular, Professor Carlos Alberto CAMPOS, for giving me this opportunity to be with you and particip
May 27, 1997
Second Annual Indian Stock Exchanges Summit, 1997
Inaugural Address by C. Rangarajan Governor, Reserve Bank of India at the Second Annual Indian Stock Exchanges Summit, 1997 Mumbai on May 27, 1997 I take great pleasure to be with you this morning on the occasion of the Second Annual Stock Exchange Summit. As the Central bank of the country, the Reserve Bank is intimately concerned with the developments on the stock exchange because, first, in the evolving financial sector, stock marke ts are part of the closely integ
Dr. C. Rangarajan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Inaugural Address by C. Rangarajan Governor, Reserve Bank of India at the Second Annual Indian Stock Exchanges Summit, 1997 Mumbai on May 27, 1997 I take great pleasure to be with you this morning on the occasion of the Second Annual Stock Exchange Summit. As the Central bank of the country, the Reserve Bank is intimately concerned with the developments on the stock exchange because, first, in the evolving financial sector, stock marke ts are part of the closely integ
May 18, 1997
Financial Sector Reforms: The Indian Experience
Address by C. Rangarajan Governor, Reserve Bank of India at the Bankers' Training Centre of the Nepal Rastra Bank Kathmandu on 18th May 1997 Financial Sector Reforms: The Indian Experience I. Introduction In any economy, the financial sector plays a major role in the mobilisation and allocation of savings. Financial institutions, instruments and markets which constitute the financial sector act as a conduit for the transfer of financial resources from net savers to ne
Dr. C. Rangarajan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Address by C. Rangarajan Governor, Reserve Bank of India at the Bankers' Training Centre of the Nepal Rastra Bank Kathmandu on 18th May 1997 Financial Sector Reforms: The Indian Experience I. Introduction In any economy, the financial sector plays a major role in the mobilisation and allocation of savings. Financial institutions, instruments and markets which constitute the financial sector act as a conduit for the transfer of financial resources from net savers to ne
May 12, 1997
Financial Sector Reforms in India - Recent Trends
Presentation by Dr. Y.V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, RBI at J.L. Kellogg Graduate School of Management Department of Accounting & Information System Northwestern University, Illinois on May 12, 1997 Financial Sector Reforms in India - Recent Trends Professor Bala and friends, It was with great pleasure that I accepted the invitation of Professor Bala to visit Kellogg School. I could not come last month for an international seminar but Prof. Bala took a promise that I
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Presentation by Dr. Y.V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, RBI at J.L. Kellogg Graduate School of Management Department of Accounting & Information System Northwestern University, Illinois on May 12, 1997 Financial Sector Reforms in India - Recent Trends Professor Bala and friends, It was with great pleasure that I accepted the invitation of Professor Bala to visit Kellogg School. I could not come last month for an international seminar but Prof. Bala took a promise that I
Mar 17, 1997
Competition Policy in a Global Economy
I am thankful to Dr. Tarun Das and Dr. Rakesh Mohan for giving me this opportunity to be here today. The relationship between competition, regulation and ownership has undergone dramatic changes in the recent past. The competitive conditions in the financial sector, especially in the banking industry, have also changed globally. In our country, we have been trying to catch up with global trends since economic reform. Financial sector reform, which is part of broader e
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
I am thankful to Dr. Tarun Das and Dr. Rakesh Mohan for giving me this opportunity to be here today. The relationship between competition, regulation and ownership has undergone dramatic changes in the recent past. The competitive conditions in the financial sector, especially in the banking industry, have also changed globally. In our country, we have been trying to catch up with global trends since economic reform. Financial sector reform, which is part of broader e
Mar 08, 1997
Budget and RBI : New Directions
Budget and RBI : New Directions Address By Dr. Y.V. Reddy Deputy Governor Reserve Bank of India at Administrative Staff College of India, Hyderabad on March 8, 1997 Friends, It is a pleasure for me to be with you in Administrative Staff College today. I have my Gurus here, and I also have many friends. I spent a year on full time basis about a decade ago as Visiting Faculty here. I am thankful to the Principal for giving me an opportunity to speak on an important subj
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Budget and RBI : New Directions Address By Dr. Y.V. Reddy Deputy Governor Reserve Bank of India at Administrative Staff College of India, Hyderabad on March 8, 1997 Friends, It is a pleasure for me to be with you in Administrative Staff College today. I have my Gurus here, and I also have many friends. I spent a year on full time basis about a decade ago as Visiting Faculty here. I am thankful to the Principal for giving me an opportunity to speak on an important subj
Feb 05, 1997
Conference on Disinvestment: Strategies & Issues
Inaugural address by C. Rangarajan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India at the `Conference on Disinvestment: Strategies & Issues' Organised by disinvestment commission, Delhi at Mumbai Wednesday, February 5, 1997 Mr.Ramakrishna, Mr.Mankad and friends, I am happy to be associated with this conference on Disinvestment. I believe this is part of the effort to ascertain professional opinion on the various issues posed to the Disinvestment Commission as well as to create p
Dr. C. Rangarajan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Inaugural address by C. Rangarajan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India at the `Conference on Disinvestment: Strategies & Issues' Organised by disinvestment commission, Delhi at Mumbai Wednesday, February 5, 1997 Mr.Ramakrishna, Mr.Mankad and friends, I am happy to be associated with this conference on Disinvestment. I believe this is part of the effort to ascertain professional opinion on the various issues posed to the Disinvestment Commission as well as to create p
Feb 03, 1997
RBI-BIS Seminar on Banking Supervision: RBI Governor stresses on capital for strong financial system
Dr C Rangarajan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India inaugurated the Seminar on Bank Supervision today at the Indira Gandhi Institute of Development Research, Mumbai. The five-day Seminar has been organised by the Reserve Bank of India in coordination with the Basle Committee on Banking Supervision and the Bank for International Settlements (BIS). Representatives of the central banks from several SAARC countries such as, Bhutan, Bangladesh, Nepal and Sri Lanka as well as
Dr. C. Rangarajan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Dr C Rangarajan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India inaugurated the Seminar on Bank Supervision today at the Indira Gandhi Institute of Development Research, Mumbai. The five-day Seminar has been organised by the Reserve Bank of India in coordination with the Basle Committee on Banking Supervision and the Bank for International Settlements (BIS). Representatives of the central banks from several SAARC countries such as, Bhutan, Bangladesh, Nepal and Sri Lanka as well as
Dec 27, 1996
Public Enterprises and Economic Reforms
Y.V.Reddy My association with the Department of Commerce, Osmania University goes back to 1960 when I registered for Ph.D course under the guidance of Professor V.V.Ramanadham, the then Head of the Department. In 1963, I taught Public Enterprises as an optional subject for students of M.Com. which explains why I chose this topic for today. While Professor Satyanarayana was also one of my guides for Ph.D, Professor Ramakistayya, Vice Chancellor and I were colleagues in
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Y.V.Reddy My association with the Department of Commerce, Osmania University goes back to 1960 when I registered for Ph.D course under the guidance of Professor V.V.Ramanadham, the then Head of the Department. In 1963, I taught Public Enterprises as an optional subject for students of M.Com. which explains why I chose this topic for today. While Professor Satyanarayana was also one of my guides for Ph.D, Professor Ramakistayya, Vice Chancellor and I were colleagues in
Dec 18, 1996
Competition in Indian Banking : Issues and Implications
It gives me pleasure to deliver the valedictory address at the 19th Bank Economists’ Conference 1996 being hosted by the United Western Bank. I have, with much interest, gone through the papers circulated by the organisers. The papers are comprehensive and I am particularly impressed by the coverage, depth of analysis and the innovative ideas that have emerged. The rapporteurs' succinct and prompt report of the proceedings during the past two days confirms the wide sp
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
It gives me pleasure to deliver the valedictory address at the 19th Bank Economists’ Conference 1996 being hosted by the United Western Bank. I have, with much interest, gone through the papers circulated by the organisers. The papers are comprehensive and I am particularly impressed by the coverage, depth of analysis and the innovative ideas that have emerged. The rapporteurs' succinct and prompt report of the proceedings during the past two days confirms the wide sp
Dec 16, 1996
Prospects for Saving and Growth
At the outset, I would like to express my gratitude to the organisers for giving me this opportunity to be with you. Though I belong to Andhra Pradesh, I had known Mr. Doshi personally since we interacted professionally. In fact, a few days before his unfortunate trip to Davos in January 1994, we were together for a couple of days in Hyderabad in a Retreat for Secretaries to Government of India and Chief Secretaries of States. Mr. Doshi displayed in his participation
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
At the outset, I would like to express my gratitude to the organisers for giving me this opportunity to be with you. Though I belong to Andhra Pradesh, I had known Mr. Doshi personally since we interacted professionally. In fact, a few days before his unfortunate trip to Davos in January 1994, we were together for a couple of days in Hyderabad in a Retreat for Secretaries to Government of India and Chief Secretaries of States. Mr. Doshi displayed in his participation
Dec 05, 1996
The Fourth L.K. Jha Memorial Lecture
The Fourth L.K. Jha Memorial Lecture by William J. McDonough, President, Federal Reserve Bank of New York, Mumbai, India, on December 5, 1996 Strengthening the Financial Marketplace Mr. Governor, distinguished guests and ladies and gentlemen, I am honored to appear before you today to deliver the fourth L.K. Jha Memorial Lecture. It is a great pleasure for me to be visiting your country for the first time. I thank you for your warm and generous welcome. In my remarks
William J. McDonough, President, Federal Reserve Bank of New York
The Fourth L.K. Jha Memorial Lecture by William J. McDonough, President, Federal Reserve Bank of New York, Mumbai, India, on December 5, 1996 Strengthening the Financial Marketplace Mr. Governor, distinguished guests and ladies and gentlemen, I am honored to appear before you today to deliver the fourth L.K. Jha Memorial Lecture. It is a great pleasure for me to be visiting your country for the first time. I thank you for your warm and generous welcome. In my remarks
Nov 28, 1996
Gold in the Indian Economic System
Y.V.ReddyI am delighted to be with you this morning and I thank the organisers for the opportunity given to me to address this conference At the outset, let me extend warm welcome to you and a special welcome to participants from foreign countries. I hope you will enjoy the pleasant weather and warm hospitality as much as you would enjoy the stimulating deliberations here. Much of the retail market for gold in our country is in jewellery shops and I trust that you wil
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Y.V.ReddyI am delighted to be with you this morning and I thank the organisers for the opportunity given to me to address this conference At the outset, let me extend warm welcome to you and a special welcome to participants from foreign countries. I hope you will enjoy the pleasant weather and warm hospitality as much as you would enjoy the stimulating deliberations here. Much of the retail market for gold in our country is in jewellery shops and I trust that you wil
Feb 20, 1995
Capital Market Innovations: Challenges and Opportunities
I. Introduction II. The Process of Financial Innovation III. The Benefits of Capital Market Innovation IV. Challenges Facing Monetary Authorities V. The Relevance for India It is a great honour to be invited to deliver the third L.K. Jha Memorial Lecture – especially to follow in such distinguished footsteps as those of Robin Leigh-Pemberton, former Governor of the Bank of England, and Jacob Frenkel, Governor of the Bank of Israel. Having served under both gentlemen a
Andrew Crockett, General Manager, Bank for International Settlements
I. Introduction II. The Process of Financial Innovation III. The Benefits of Capital Market Innovation IV. Challenges Facing Monetary Authorities V. The Relevance for India It is a great honour to be invited to deliver the third L.K. Jha Memorial Lecture – especially to follow in such distinguished footsteps as those of Robin Leigh-Pemberton, former Governor of the Bank of England, and Jacob Frenkel, Governor of the Bank of Israel. Having served under both gentlemen a
Dec 30, 1994
The Reform of the Financial Sector Choices and Lessons - Speech by C. Rangarajan
Dr. C. Rangarajan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Nov 25, 1994
The Relevance of Hayekian Analysis for Monetary Policy in Developing Countries - Speech by S.S. Tarapore
Shri S.S. Tarapore, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Nov 21, 1994
Foreign Exchange Reserves Management an Indian Perspective - Speech by S.S Tarapore
Shri S.S. Tarapore, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Nov 11, 1994
Financial Sector Reforms a Continnum Speech By S.S Tarapore
Shri S.S. Tarapore, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Sep 19, 1994
The Disappearance of Twin Defeciets : Macro - Economic Policy Implications - Speech by S.S. Tarapore
Shri S.S. Tarapore, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Sep 19, 1994
Rural Banking at the Cross Roads - Speech by S.S. Tarapore
Shri S.S. Tarapore, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Sep 19, 1994
The Role of an Active Debt Management Policy in the Economic Reform Process - Speech by S.S. Tarapore
Shri S.S. Tarapore, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Sep 05, 1994
Imperatives of Banking in India - speech by C. Rangarajan
Dr. C. Rangarajan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Aug 31, 1994
Valedictory Address by C. Rangarajan
Dr. C. Rangarajan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
May 27, 1994
The Indian Financial System: The Emerging Horizon - Speech by C. Rangarajan
Dr. C. Rangarajan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
May 19, 1994
The Credit and Monetary Policy for the First Half of 1994-95 - Speech by C. Rangarajan
Dr. C. Rangarajan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Mar 23, 1994
India Integrating into World Economy - Speech by C. Rangarajan
Dr. C. Rangarajan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Mar 17, 1994
Role of Credit in Poverty Alleviation - Speech by C. Rangarajan
Dr. C. Rangarajan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Mar 09, 1994
Developing the Money and Securities Market in India - Speech by C. Rangarajan
Dr. C. Rangarajan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Feb 20, 1994
Monetary Policy Revisited - Speech by C. Rangarajan
Dr. C. Rangarajan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Jan 31, 1994
Banking with the Poor - Speech by C. Rangarajan
Dr. C. Rangarajan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Jan 23, 1994
Autonomy and Monetary Policy of Reserve Bank of India - Speech by S.S Tarapore
Shri S.S. Tarapore, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Jan 18, 1994
India's Balance of Payments the Emerging Dimensions - Speech by C. Rangarajan
Dr. C. Rangarajan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Dec 04, 1993
Coping with Financial Sector Reform - A Strategy for Weak Banks - Speech by S. S. tarapore
Shri S.S. Tarapore, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Nov 22, 1993
Eighth C. D. Deshmukh Memortal Lecture - Central Banks, Monetary Policy and the Financial System - By John W. Crow
John W. Crow, Governor of the Bank of Canada
Nov 18, 1993
Financial Services for Industries - Speech by C. Rangarjan
Dr. C. Rangarajan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Nov 04, 1993
Banking Education and Training - Management of Dynamic Change - Speech by C. Rangarajan
Dr. C. Rangarajan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Nov 03, 1993
Technology and the Financial Sector - Speech by C. Rangaraian
Dr. C. Rangarajan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Oct 26, 1993
Industrial Prospects and Opportunities during the Eighth Plan - Speech by C. Rangarajan
Dr. C. Rangarajan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Oct 19, 1993
Interaction of Domestic and International Monetary Policy in the Context of the Financial Sector Reforms - Speech by S. S. Tarapore
Shri S.S. Tarapore, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Sep 17, 1993
Autonomy of Central banks - Tenth M.G Kutty Memorial Lecture by C. Rangarajan
Dr. C. Rangarajan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Sep 01, 1993
Speedy Payment of Remittances - Speech by C. Rangarajan
Dr. C. Rangarajan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Sep 01, 1993
Insurance and Risk Management in a Liberalised Economy - Speech by C. Rangarajan
Dr. C. Rangarajan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Sep 01, 1993
Second L.K. Jha Memorial Lecture - The Strategy of Economic Adjustment - Jacob A. Frenkel
Jacob A. Frenkel, Governor, Bank of Israel
Jul 26, 1993
The Role of Non Banking Financial Companies - Speech by C. Rangarajan
Dr. C. Rangarajan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
May 21, 1993
Banking and Finance - Monetary and Fiscal Policies - Speech by C. Rangarajan
Dr. C. Rangarajan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
May 18, 1993
Growth of Computerisation in Banking industry - Speech by C. Rangarajan
Dr. C. Rangarajan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
May 12, 1993
Financial Sector Reform and Non Banking Financial Companies - Speech by S.S. Tarapore
Shri S.S. Tarapore, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Apr 23, 1993
Financial Sector Reforms and Banking Industry - Speech by C. Rangarajan
Dr. C. Rangarajan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Apr 09, 1993
Managing Competition: Success Strategies - Speech by C. Rangarajan
Dr. C. Rangarajan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
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