Banking Central | Deposit protection rules are changing. Here’s why they matter to you
A new pricing model will push banks to behave better, strengthen the safety net for every saver
Indian Overseas Bank expands Startup Banking network, launches IOB Gram Sweekar
On the launch of 'Startup Banking Branch Network', the lender said it has operationalised exclusive Startup Banking branches in Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru following the success of its maiden 'Startup Banking' branch in Chennai.
RBI plans to allow bank loans to REITs by July 1
At present, there are five listed REITs in India - Brookfield India Real Estate Trust, Embassy Office Parks REIT, Mindspace Business Parks REIT, Nexus Select Trust, and Knowledge Realty Trust.
PFRDA sees strong traction for MSF; banks likely to drive National Pension System distribution push: Chairman Ramann
Three months after launch, regulator says groundwork is complete, pension funds and large banks expected to accelerate on-ground adoption, Chairman Ramann said.
IRDAI should shift to segment-wise EOM compliance to curb cross-subsidisation, says Generali Central MD & CEO Anup Rau
The current framework allows insurers to cross-subsidise loss-making wholesale and regulated segments using profits from retail business, creating pricing distortions, Rau tells Moneycontrol
OPINION | Vault Matters: Why private banks need more returnees like Shyam Srinivasan, Murali Natarajan and Ashok Vaswani
In the backdrop of a shallow talent pool for the top job at private banks, isn’t it time to widen the search and look overseas
Bond yields fall after government undertakes debt switch with RBI
The benchmark bond yield fell to 6.6692% on February 13
Rupee off to a weak start, opens 8 paise down against dollar at 90.67
The currency edged lower on on February 13 after the dollar gained back some of its ground
High-level banking panel to review voting rights threshold for foreign bank subsidiaries
The proposal to evaluate 26% ceiling on voting rights is viewed as a step towards removing the restrictions around foreign banks taking strategic initiatives. Change will be applicable only to banks operating through the wholly owned subsidiary route.
Rupee opens 26 paise higher at 90.46 against dollar
Traders expect the rupee to trade between 90.40 and 90.95 in the near term
Star performers in Q3, PSU banks gear up for more business as capex comes calling
The boost to exports from the trade deals with the US and Europe is making companies build capex plans, a boon for banks
RBI to tighten noose on mis-selling of financial products; issues draft amendment directions on sales, marketing
.The draft amendment directions aim at strengthening customer protection norms and curbing mis-selling, compulsory bundling, and deceptive digital practices.
RBI’s risk-based deposit insurance framework: Who pays less, who pays more, and why it matters
Stronger banks will pay less, weaker banks will pay more, and the rules of risk are being rewritten
Values, not just strategy, define institutional strength, RBI deputy governor Swaminathan
Regulatory compliance should be viewed as a pillar of credibility rather than a box-ticking exercise, the RBI deputy governor has said
Indian bonds hold steady at 6.7261% post state government bond auction
The benchmark government bond yield fell late in trade on February 10 after the state government bond auction drew strong demand
Rupee opens higher at 90.54 on softer dollar
The dollar softened after US retail sales data pointed towards a cooling economy, giving room for the Federal Reserve to cut rates
Deposit insurance body's risk-based pricing rewards banking discipline
By linking deposit insurance costs to behaviour, the RBI is nudging banks to internalise risk rather than outsource it to the system.
Chart of the Day | Credit is flowing, but is the cycle turning too fast?
RBI’s latest Bank Lending Survey signals confidence on demand and easy terms even as monetary caution lingers
Standard Chartered remains a market leader in sustainable investing strategies: Ben Daly, Global Head of Transition Finance
The global bank released the ‘India and the Energy Transition’ report on February 10, which showed that 83% of the corporates were confident that India will meet its net-zero goals
Citi India appoints Ankur Khurana as head of commercial banking
Citi Commercial Bank is an integral part of Citi’s global strategy and key engine for growth
Rupee flat against dollar at 90.75, traders await cues
FII inflows have propped up sentiment even though importer-buying has kept rupee levels in check
GI Council finalises clinical admission protocols amid insurer-hospital tariff friction
The General Insurance Council has finalised standard treatment and admission guidelines for seven of the country’s most common infectious diseases following extensive consultations with healthcare providers
Corporate loan revival in sight as Budget 2026 measures spur growth
The recent measures to prop up MSME financing could allow banks to pursue more lending activities to capital-intensive sectors
Moody's projects India's GDP to grow 6.4% in FY27, fastest among G20 economies
The operating environment for banks will remain strong in 2026, supported by robust macroeconomic conditions and structural reforms, it said.
IndusInd Bank wants to increase market share in CV business to 10%, says CEO Rajiv Anand
Optimistic about the bank’s commercial vehicle financing business, Rajiv Anand, MD & CEO, IndusInd Bank, is working on garnering more deposits from CV-specific branches.
