Axis Bank, India’s third-largest private sector bank by market capitalization, has appointed Neeraj Gambhir as Executive Director for a period of three years, effective July 15, 2025. The announcement follows the resignation of...
As India’s monetary policy enters a critical juncture, global ratings agency Fitch Ratings has noted that the Reserve Bank of India’s commitment to maintaining sufficient banking system liquidity could be a key enabler...
India’s inflation trajectory could surprise on the downside this month, with Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation for July potentially slipping below 3% — the lowest in recent history. As analysts weigh the implications...
In a significant regulatory update on July 11, 2025, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) clarified that borrowers can voluntarily pledge gold or silver as collateral for agricultural and MSME loans—without it being...
In April 2025, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) released draft guidelines introducing a new securitization framework for stressed assets. This marks a strategic shift, enabling banks and NBFCs to sell bad loans...
RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra informed the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Finance that 1.12 lakh fake ₹500 currency notes were detected during FY 2024–25, marking a 37% increase from the previous year. While overall...
As global momentum around cryptocurrencies surges—largely influenced by U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent support—the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has confirmed it is closely observing international developments. RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra briefed the...
RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra has clarified that while ₹2,000 denomination notes are no longer in active circulation, they remain legal tender in India. This statement was made during a meeting with the Parliamentary...
India’s booming fintech sector is increasingly becoming the lender of choice for young, digital-first borrowers, according to a new report by the Fintech Association for Consumer Empowerment (FACE)—a self-regulatory body recognized by the...
In a move aimed at streamlining digital onboarding processes in the financial sector, Registered Intermediaries (RIs) such as brokers, mutual fund houses, and portfolio managers can now use the ‘e-KYC Setu System’ developed...
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has raised red flags over potential overvaluation in Indian equity markets, particularly in the small- and mid-cap segments, according to its latest Financial Stability Report (FSR) released...
In a major step toward curbing fraudulent digital lending activity, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has officially released a comprehensive whitelist of legal digital lending apps (DLAs) on its website. Featuring over...
India is witnessing a silent revolution in how financial data is shared, accessed, and monetized—driven by the Account Aggregator (AA) Framework, a consent-based system that enables individuals to control their personal financial data...
As the global finance sector embraces decentralization and transparency, Indian banks and financial institutions are actively exploring blockchain and Decentralized Finance (DeFi) to revolutionize cross-border payments, smart contracts, and secure digital record-keeping. While...
As India accelerates toward becoming a $5 trillion economy, financial inclusion remains a national imperative. The government, regulators, banks, NBFCs, and fintechs are focusing on expanding access to savings, credit, insurance, and digital...
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