India's IFSCA Issues New SWIFT Routing Rules for GIFT City Banks

02/03/2026

The new directives aim to resolve payment delays by ensuring cross-border remittances are correctly routed to IFSC Banking Units.

Enforcement

India's ED Attaches Billionaire Anil Ambani's Home in Fraud Probe

02/03/2026

The action is part of a widening investigation into alleged bank loan defaults at Reliance Communications totalling over INR 400 billion.

Securities / Derivatives

BCBS Progresses Work on Expedited Review of Cryptoasset Standard

26/02/2026

At its latest meeting, the BCBS discussed recent market developments, noting progress on a targeted review of its prudential standard for banks' cryptoasset exposures.

Securities / Derivatives

India to Monetise Public Infrastructure Assets Through Capital Market

25/02/2026

Five-year plan aims to unlock value from public infrastructure, with highways, power, railways, and ports forming the largest components.

Capital / Liquidity

Bangladesh Bank Eases Loan Rules to Curb Surging Defaults

25/02/2026

The central bank has relaxed down payment rules to provide relief for distressed borrowers, but senior bankers warn of rising moral hazard.

Sanctions

US Updates and Retracts 'Chinese Military Companies' List

24/02/2026

The publication and withdrawal, twice, of an updated list naming firms like Alibaba and Baidu has created market confusion.

Enforcement

Malaysia Arrests 12 Police Officers in Crypto Extortion Probe

23/02/2026

The case, involving the alleged robbery of Chinese nationals, has prompted calls for stronger institutional safeguards for digital assets.

Japan FSA Finalises Rules to Expand Bank Advisory Services

23/02/2026

New guidelines encourage banks to offer flexible HR solutions, including gig work, and detail their role in removing personal guarantees during M&A.

Indian Bank Unions Oppose 'Divisive' Bonus Scheme for PSB Officers

20/02/2026

Unions claim the government is violating a legal agreement by pushing through a new performance-linked incentive model.