HDFC Bank reviewing whistleblower complaints received since 2024
The move comes after last week's resignation of former part-time chairman Atanu Chakraborty and sacking for three senior executives linked to the alleged mis-selling of Credit Suisse's AT-1 bonds
OPINION | Vault Matters: There are times when dissent and discord in India Inc are good
Whether it is the ongoing drama at Tata Sons or the one which has started unfolding at HDFC Bank, the person perceived as ‘someone’s man’ is turning out to be the kingpin. In the near-term, such ego wars may delay decision making. But these battles are essential for the long-term good. One gets to know who runs the company – its management or the board
OPINION | Governance lessons from l’affaire HDFC Bank
Leadership exits cannot afford to be ambiguous. Clarity, responsibility, and accountability are essential to maintaining trust
HDFC Bank asks 3 senior executives to leave over 'mis-selling' of Credit Suisse AT1 bonds
Sampath Kumar, Group Head of Branch Banking at HDFC, is among the three executives asked to leave
Pilots flag war insurance gaps, ALPA issues advisory on West Asia operations
The core concern is whether standard aviation insurance policies adequately protect crew operating in or near conflict zones
India rolls out Rs 497-crore insurance scheme to shield exporters from West Asia disruptions
The scheme, titled Resilience & Logistics Intervention for Export Facilitation (RELIEF), seeks to ensure continuity in trade flows as conflict-linked disruptions strain key shipping routes and inflate freight and risk premiums
Chart of the Day: As war pricks MSMEs, banks must sharpen attention on their loans
Small firms that feel the pressure of the war on earnings must be assessed for defaults by banks
HDFC Bank may look internally and within group to fill top boss’s role, says interim chair Mistry
These comments come after former part-time Chairman Atanu Chakraborty suddenly resigned in a letter dated March 17
How HDFC Bank Navigated Bans, a Mega Merger and Legal Challenges Under Sashidhar Jagdishan
A look at the regulatory actions, leadership milestones and legal challenges that have defined the bank’s recent journey
IRDAI, CII push 'basic health cover' and data-led pricing to reset insurer-hospital dynamics
The earlier discussions of forming a regulatory body for health insurers and hospitals may be off the table, confirmed one industry executive familiar with the matter
Kaizad Bharucha may emerge as a power house amid HDFC Bank's boardroom battle
The veteran banker’s assumption of more responsibilities follows the sudden resignation of former part-time chairman Atanu Chakraborty
Don't understand what led to Atanu Chakraborty's resignation, says HDFC Bank interim chair Keki Mistry
Mistry noted that the merger of HDFC Bank of HDFC Ltd was successful and the continued results have given the new entity a stronger presence
Insurance leads India’s consumer complaints surge, data shows
Total grievances in the insurance sector touched 2.57 lakh in FY25, up from about 2.02 lakh in FY23, pointing to a consistent increase in friction between insurers and customers
OPINION | The silent strength of India’s public sector banks
India needs bigger banks to match its growing economy. These banks can support global trade and money flows. Strong PSBs and global banks can grow together
StanChart reviews offers from Kotak, Federal to acquire credit-card-only customers: Report
The potential divestment is part of StanChart's strategy to reduce focus on single-product clients
IRDAI may allow phased Ind AS rollout amid earnings volatility concerns
Insurers, analysts warn new accounting norms could disrupt near-term profit visibility
IRDAI steps up push for Public Insurance Registry, Bima Sugam; insurers flag data concerns
The discussions centred around standardising data-sharing protocols and accelerating system integration across insurers, as the regulator looks to build a centralised repository of policyholder records under the PIR
IDBI Bank clarifies it has received no govt communication on scrapping of stake sale
IDBI Bank stake sale news: The government and Life Insurance Corporation of India had launched the strategic disinvestment process in 2022 to sell about a 60.7 percent stake in the bank.
India’s household wealth is shifting from deposits to mutual funds and AIFs, says IDFC FIRST Bank CEO
India’s household financial assets have reached $19.3 trillion as savings move from deposits to investments like mutual funds, PMS and AIFs, says V. Vaidyanathan.
India is set to halt IDBI Bank sale as both bids unviable
The 61% stake that the government and a state-run insurer planned to sell in the private lender is worth about $6.5 billion at the current market price.
Three signs that policy rate cut transmission is likely over
Policy rate cut transmission may finally be over as lending rates are climbing
West Asia tensions unlikely to directly hit banks, but higher energy costs pose risks: Moody’s
Banking sector outlook remains stable with benign asset quality and credit growth seen in low–mid teens for FY26–27, according to Moody’s
Private life insurers clock strong February growth; Axis Max Life, Canara HSBC lead
Among listed insurers, performance was mixed but largely positive on the APE front
Why India is seeking US clarity on insurance cover for ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz
The discussions come amid fears that the withdrawal of war-risk insurance and rising maritime security risks could disrupt crude oil shipments to India, which relies heavily on supplies from the Gulf.
Outlook for interest rates remains tilted for prolonged pause: DBS Senior Economist Radhika Rao
In an email interview with Moneycontrol, DBS’ Rao warned of an upside to inflationary pressures in the coming months, should oil prices remain elevated at more than $70 per barrel for a sustained period of time.
