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Exclusive: Take strict action against banks mis-selling insurance to customers, says former IRDAI Chairman

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Exclusive: Take strict action against banks mis-selling insurance to customers, says former IRDAI Chairman

HDFC Bank on June 5 suspended one of its officers in Kolkata for allegedly engaging in unruly behaviour with colleagues during an internal meeting.

Government recommends Sat Pal Bhanoo, R Doraiswamy as MDs for LIC

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Government recommends Sat Pal Bhanoo, R Doraiswamy as MDs for LIC

The Financial Services Institutions Bureau also recommended M Rajeshwari Singh for CMD in National Insurance Company Limited and Ramaswamy Narayanan as CMD in General Insurance Corporation of India.

HDFC Bank’s suspension of manager highlights pressure to meet sales targets, say experts

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HDFC Bank’s suspension of manager highlights pressure to meet sales targets, say experts

The bank acted after a video of the official’s unruly behaviour during a conference call with team members was shared widely on social media.

Banks unlikely to hike rates due to high deposit accretion, liquidity

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Banks unlikely to hike rates due to high deposit accretion, liquidity

Experts also said that another pause in the repo rate hike cycle is expected from the monetary policy committee on June 8.

HDFC Bank officer abuses employees in online meeting, suspended after video goes viral

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HDFC Bank officer abuses employees in online meeting, suspended after video goes viral

The bank said they have a zero-tolerance policy for any form of misconduct at the workplace.

Govt interviews candidates for RBI deputy governor position

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Govt interviews candidates for RBI deputy governor position

A panel consisting of RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das, cabinet secretary, financial services secretary and the chief economic advisor interviewed the candidates.

Bank of India gets Rs 3,104 crore, City Union Rs 385 crore through deposit & exchange of Rs 2,000 notes: Sources

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Bank of India gets Rs 3,104 crore, City Union Rs 385 crore through deposit & exchange of Rs 2,000 notes: Sources

On May 19, the RBI announced the withdrawal of Rs 2,000 notes from circulation.

MC Explains: The Reserve Bank of India’s LPSS for natural disasters and wars

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MC Explains: The Reserve Bank of India’s LPSS for natural disasters and wars

The lightweight payment and settlement system will help make smooth payments during emergency situations and keep the liquidity pipeline of the economy alive and intact, according to the RBI.

PM Modi launches Rs 75 coin. Where and at what price can you buy it?

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PM Modi launches Rs 75 coin. Where and at what price can you buy it?

You can buy Rs 75 coin at the government website www.indiagovtmint.in.

Digital payments eliminate need for high denomination currencies: Former RBI Dy Gov

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Digital payments eliminate need for high denomination currencies: Former RBI Dy Gov

About 89 percent of the Rs 2,000 notes in circulation were issued prior to March 2017, and are at the end of their estimated lifespan of four-five years.

Interview | PNB to focus on recovery, sees loan growth of 12-13% in FY24, says MD & CEO Atul Kumar Goel

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Interview | PNB to focus on recovery, sees loan growth of 12-13% in FY24, says MD & CEO Atul Kumar Goel

The comments come even as the banking sector is in a cautious mode when it comes to fresh corporate lending and bad loan resolution.

Scarce use, risk of collateral issues behind withdrawal of Rs 2,000 notes: Das

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Scarce use, risk of collateral issues behind withdrawal of Rs 2,000 notes: Das

Das was speaking at the CII Annual Session 2023.

Rs 2,000 note withdrawal: Banks see no rush for exchange, deposit

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Rs 2,000 note withdrawal: Banks see no rush for exchange, deposit

The RBI said people could visit bank branches from May 23 to exchange or deposit their Rs 2,000 notes.

Ground Report | No panic in gold jewellery market on Rs 2,000 note withdrawal

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Ground Report | No panic in gold jewellery market on Rs 2,000 note withdrawal

Some jewellers who sought a premium for gold purchases using Rs 2,000 notes were rebuffed by customers, while others printed posters to lure buyers.

RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das asks banks to strengthen governance and assurance functions

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RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das asks banks to strengthen governance and assurance functions

The RBI governor was talking to the directors on the boards of public sector banks in Delhi.

Rs 2,000 note withdrawal: Bankers gear up to handle crowds, top brass issues instructions

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Rs 2,000 note withdrawal: Bankers gear up to handle crowds, top brass issues instructions

The RBI on May 22 asked banks to provide hassle-free facility of exchange of Rs 2,000 banknotes across the counter. 

Rs 2,000 note withdrawal: Crowds unlikely, people have enough time, say bankers

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Rs 2,000 note withdrawal: Crowds unlikely, people have enough time, say bankers

A repeat of the demonetisation rush is not expected because not too many Rs 2,000 notes are in circulation, bankers tell Moneycontrol

Rs 2,000 note withdrawal | Deposit accretion of banks to improve, decision taken with due precaution: experts

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Rs 2,000 note withdrawal | Deposit accretion of banks to improve, decision taken with due precaution: experts

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on May 19 said that it is withdrawing Rs 2000 notes from circulation based on a review.

Exclusive | Govt-owned IIFCL mulling IPO by 2024

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Exclusive | Govt-owned IIFCL mulling IPO by 2024

The firm has seen an improvement in financial performance with net and gross NPAs falling to 1.41 and 4.76 percent, respectively, for the financial year ended March 2023.

India Post Payments Bank invites applications for new MD&CEO

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India Post Payments Bank invites applications for new MD&CEO

The last date for submitting the completed online application for the MD and CEO post is June 14, 2023.

Explained | What is LIBOR and why the new RBI instructions?

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Explained | What is LIBOR and why the new RBI instructions?

LIBOR is being completely phased out with effect from July 1st, 2023. The roots of this go back a long way, and lie in alleged rate manipulation by leading international banks.

Role of regulation is very important in digital lending, says Amazon Pay India Whole-time Director

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Role of regulation is very important in digital lending, says Amazon Pay India Whole-time Director

Vikas Bansal feels RBI's objective is very clear — to promote transparent and fair practices, and educate and protect customers. According to him, once the industry adjusts to the new standards that RBI has laid out, it will continue to grow.

Analysts caution on Yes Bank’s continuing high reliance on bulk deposits

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Analysts caution on Yes Bank’s continuing high reliance on bulk deposits

The Mumbai-based private lender recently said 60 percent of its deposits are coming from the retail depositor

MC Exclusive | Yes Bank doesn't depend on large deposits anymore: Prashant Kumar

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MC Exclusive | Yes Bank doesn't depend on large deposits anymore: Prashant Kumar

The lender’s MD & CEO says 60 percent of deposits are coming from the retail depositor.

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