Reserve Bank of India

Trading & Investment

RBI Relaxes Margin Requirements for Derivatives

By Ajoy K Das | 13/05/2024

Regulatory amendments are intended to make it easier for foreign investors to invest in derivatives.

Market Risk

RBI Finalises Margin Rules for Non-Cleared OTC Derivatives

By Manesh Samtani | 13/05/2024

The master direction on VM and IM exchange for non-centrally cleared OTC derivatives will enter into force from 8 November 2024.

KYC & CDD

RBI Lifts Restrictions on Bank of Baroda Mobile App

By Ajoy K Das | 12/05/2024

The bank was barred from onboarding customers on its ‘BoB World’ app following misuse by employees.

Anti-Money Laundering

RBI Directs NBFCs to Limit Cash Disbursals for Gold Loans

By Ajoy K Das | 10/05/2024

The Income Tax Act prohibits any individual from receiving more than INR 20,000 as a loan amount in cash.

PEPs & Sanctions

Russia Investing Accumulated Rupees in India – Reports

By Editors | 08/05/2024

Russia is no longer looking to repatriate its rupees as it can now invest in Indian stocks and government securities.

Capital Adequacy

RBI Adjusts Bank Capital Market Exposure Norms

By Ajoy K Das | 07/05/2024

The RBI said the move to T+1 settlement prompted a review of the existing guidelines on the issuance of IPCs by banks.

Trading & Investment

RBI Allows Standalone Primary Dealers to Borrow Forex

By Ajoy K Das | 06/05/2024

Standalone primary dealers can now borrow FX from their parent companies and other authorised entities.

Credit Risk

RBI Proposes Higher Provisions for Projects Under Construction

By Ajoy K Das | 05/05/2024

The RBI proposes to require higher provisions for financing of projects in the construction phase, even if not overdue or stressed.

Operational Risk

RBI Updates Expectations on Operational Risk Management

By Ajoy K Das | 03/05/2024

The updated guidance note better aligns with the BCBS principles and extends applicability to regulated entities beyond just banks.