Faisal 5 Jun 2026The Reserve Bank of India has kept the repo rate unchanged at 5.25% while revising its GDP growth forecast to 6.6% from the earlier estimate of 6.9%. The decision reflects the central bank’s cautious approach amid evolving domestic and global economic conditions. Market participants will closely monitor future policy signals as inflation, growth and international developments continue to influence4 likes3 comments#finance#reporate#rbi#indiaeconomy#economy
Faisal 30 May 2026India recorded a new high in gross Foreign Direct Investment inflows during 2025-26, attracting $94.53 billion, up 17% from the previous year, according to RBI data. While the headline figure reflects strong investor interest in the country, net FDI stood at $7.65 billion. The numbers underline both India’s continued appeal as an investment destination and the evolving dynamics of global capital f5 likes4 comments#investment#rbi#indiaeconomy#fdi#economicgrowth
Faisal 30 May 2026Banking sector frauds in India involved a staggering Rs 48,021 crore during FY2026, marking a 46% jump from the previous year, according to RBI data. Interestingly, while the total amount involved surged sharply, the number of reported fraud cases declined significantly from 23,722 to 10,114. The figures highlight the growing scale of financial misconduct despite fewer reported incidents overall. 5 likes4 comments#finance#banking#rbi#indiaeconomy#financialnews
Faisal 25 May 2026Reserve Bank of India has proposed revised norms for banking correspondent classification under new draft branch authorization guidelines. The central bank suggested defining three categories of service delivery points, including bank branches, Business Correspondent-Banking Outlets, and Business Correspondent-Banking Touchpoints. Officials say the move aims to improve banking accessibility, strea3 likes2 comments#rbi#bank#india
Faisal 25 May 2026Reserve Bank of India reduced its Contingent Risk Buffer from 7.5% to 6.5%, a move that significantly boosted the dividend transferred to the central government for FY26 by nearly Rs 92,000 crore. Analysts noted that without the reduction in the risk buffer, the RBI’s payout to the Centre would have remained below Rs 2 lakh crore, highlighting the central bank’s evolving approach toward balancing 3 likes2 comments#finance#india#rbi#banking#markets
Jacob Smith18 Feb 2026Four PSBs likely to merge under RBI strategy Speculation is growing around possible consolidation moves by the Reserve Bank of India aimed at strengthening India’s public banking system. Reports suggest that four Public Sector Banks (PSBs) could be merged as part of a broader structural reform strategy. While no formal announcement has been made, regulatory signals indicate preparations may be und9 likes7 comments#indianeconomy#financenews#rbi#psbmerger#bankingreforms