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    AML / KYC

    Indian Regulators Unveil New Initiatives to Combat Digital Fraud

    By Mark Johnston | 25/07/2025

    Indian regulators have unveiled a multi-pronged strategy that includes a new system for managing customer consents and dedicated numbering for financial services calls.

    Capital / Liquidity

    Reforms Driving Lower NPAs at Indian Public Sector Banks: Minister

    By Editors | 23/07/2025

    The gross NPA ratio has fallen sharply from 9.11% to 2.58% over a four-year period, while the total value of bad loans has more than halved.

    Fintech / Regtech

    RBI Proposes Digital Banking Rule Changes, Ban on Third-Party Cross-Selling

    By Manesh Samtani | 22/07/2025

    RBI's draft rules mandate prior approval for transactional services, explicit customer consent, and prohibit most third-party product promotions.

    ESG / Sustainability

    RBI Set to Finalise Climate Risk Disclosure Rules for Banks

    By Nithya Subramanian | 22/07/2025

    The proposed rules will require lenders to disclose climate-related financial risks and conduct stress tests, enabling the country’s transition to a low-carbon economy.

    Fintech / Regtech

    India Extends Support for Singapore Payments Link to More Banks

    By Nithya Subramanian | 18/07/2025

    The cross-border payment linkage between Singapore and India will now support 19 Indian banks, enhancing real-time remittance access for users in both countries.

    RBI Proposes Rules to Standardise Closure of Old Export Bills

    By Nithya Subramanian | 18/07/2025

    The RBI aims to create a uniform process for banks to close long-pending shipping bills, reducing compliance burdens.

    Capital / Liquidity

    RBI Clarifies Gold and Silver Pledge Rules for Agriculture, MSE Loans

    By Nithya Subramanian | 15/07/2025

    Voluntary use of precious metals as collateral will not affect priority sector lending status, said India's central bank.

    Capital / Liquidity

    India Mulls Granting New Bank Licenses to Power Growth

    By Nithya Subramanian | 14/07/2025

    India plans to allow large companies to start banks and ease foreign investment rules to strengthen the banking sector and support rapid economic growth.

    Securities / Derivatives

    SEBI Proposes Expanded Business Scope for Credit Rating Agencies

    By Editors | 10/07/2025

    The proposal would allow credit rating agencies to rate instruments like unlisted securities, but requires strict operational separation and clear disclaimers to investors.

    Securities / Derivatives

    RBI Consults on Novation Framework for OTC Derivatives

    By Nithya Subramanian | 10/07/2025

    The new framework aims to standardise practices, strengthen risk management, and enhance transparency in the OTC derivatives market.

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