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జులై 19, 2006Scheduled Banks' Statement of Position in India as on Friday, July 7, 2006(Amount in Rupees crore) Scheduled Commercial Banks (including RRBs) All Scheduled Banks (SCBs) I Liabilities to the Banking System (A) 08.07.2005 23.06.2006 * 07.07.2006 * 08.07.2005 23.06.2006 * 07.07.2006 * a) Demand & time deposits from banks 37851.27 30999.81 31870.47 40397.44 32669.39 33680.31 ** b) Borrowings from banks 33116.52 31534.33 30217.13 33163.59 31554.53 &nbs(Amount in Rupees crore) Scheduled Commercial Banks (including RRBs) All Scheduled Banks (SCBs) I Liabilities to the Banking System (A) 08.07.2005 23.06.2006 * 07.07.2006 * 08.07.2005 23.06.2006 * 07.07.2006 * a) Demand & time deposits from banks 37851.27 30999.81 31870.47 40397.44 32669.39 33680.31 ** b) Borrowings from banks 33116.52 31534.33 30217.13 33163.59 31554.53 &nbs
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జులై 05, 2006Scheduled Banks' Statement of Position in India as on Friday, June 23, 2006(Amount in Rupees crore) Scheduled Commercial Banks (including RRBs) All Scheduled Banks (SCBs) I Liabilities to the Banking System (A) 24.06.2005 09.06.2006 * 23.06.2006 * 24.06.2005 09.06.2006 * 23.06.2006 * a. Demand & time deposits from banks 37647.42 31778.30 30999.81 40169.69 33442.24 32669.39 ** b. Borrowings from banks 29809.51 28448.22 31534.33 29934.88 28475.39 31554.53 &n(Amount in Rupees crore) Scheduled Commercial Banks (including RRBs) All Scheduled Banks (SCBs) I Liabilities to the Banking System (A) 24.06.2005 09.06.2006 * 23.06.2006 * 24.06.2005 09.06.2006 * 23.06.2006 * a. Demand & time deposits from banks 37647.42 31778.30 30999.81 40169.69 33442.24 32669.39 ** b. Borrowings from banks 29809.51 28448.22 31534.33 29934.88 28475.39 31554.53 &n
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జూన్ 22, 2006Amendments to the Reserve Bank of India Act and Cash Reserve RatioThe Reserve Bank of India (Amendment) Bill, 2006 has been enacted and has come into force with its gazette notification. Consequent upon amendment to sub-Section 42(1), the Reserve Bank, having regard to the needs of securing the monetary stability in the country, can prescribe Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR) for scheduled banks without any floor rate or ceiling rate. Accordingly, some changes in the provisions relating to cash reserve ratio (CRR) are necessary, as set out bThe Reserve Bank of India (Amendment) Bill, 2006 has been enacted and has come into force with its gazette notification. Consequent upon amendment to sub-Section 42(1), the Reserve Bank, having regard to the needs of securing the monetary stability in the country, can prescribe Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR) for scheduled banks without any floor rate or ceiling rate. Accordingly, some changes in the provisions relating to cash reserve ratio (CRR) are necessary, as set out b
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జూన్ 21, 2006Scheduled Banks' Statement of Position in India as on Friday, June 9, 2006(Amount in Rupees crore) Scheduled Commercial Banks (including RRBs) All Scheduled Banks (SCBs) I Liabilities to the Banking System (A) 10.06.2005 26.05.2006 * 09.06.2006 * 10.06.2005 26.05.2006 * 09.06.2006 * a. Demand & time deposits from banks 37788.73 31184.3 31778.30 40297.73 32901.13 33442.24 ** b. Borrowings from banks 30139.47 29818.27 28448.22 30243.42 29848.50 28475(Amount in Rupees crore) Scheduled Commercial Banks (including RRBs) All Scheduled Banks (SCBs) I Liabilities to the Banking System (A) 10.06.2005 26.05.2006 * 09.06.2006 * 10.06.2005 26.05.2006 * 09.06.2006 * a. Demand & time deposits from banks 37788.73 31184.3 31778.30 40297.73 32901.13 33442.24 ** b. Borrowings from banks 30139.47 29818.27 28448.22 30243.42 29848.50 28475
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జూన్ 12, 2006RBI takes penal action against Canara BankThe Reserve Bank of India in exercise of powers vested in it under the provisions of Section 47A(1)(b) of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 has imposed a monetary penalty of Rs.5.00 lakh (Rupees five lakh only) on Canara Bank for violation of provisions of Banking Regulation Act, 1949. It was observed that the bank had been following an estimation method for reckoning the external liabilities under inter-branch account for computation of its Demand and Time LiabilitiesThe Reserve Bank of India in exercise of powers vested in it under the provisions of Section 47A(1)(b) of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 has imposed a monetary penalty of Rs.5.00 lakh (Rupees five lakh only) on Canara Bank for violation of provisions of Banking Regulation Act, 1949. It was observed that the bank had been following an estimation method for reckoning the external liabilities under inter-branch account for computation of its Demand and Time Liabilities
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జూన్ 08, 2006RBI increases Repo/Reverse Repo RatesOn a review of current macroeconomic and overall monetary conditions, the Reserve Bank of India has decided to increase the reverse repo rate under the Liquidity Adjustment Facility (LAF) by 25 basis points to 5.75 per cent from 5.50 per cent with immediate effect. Simultaneously, the repo rate under the LAF, which continues to be linked to the reverse repo rate with a spread of 100 basis points, is also being increased by 25 basis points to 6.75 per cent from 6.50 peOn a review of current macroeconomic and overall monetary conditions, the Reserve Bank of India has decided to increase the reverse repo rate under the Liquidity Adjustment Facility (LAF) by 25 basis points to 5.75 per cent from 5.50 per cent with immediate effect. Simultaneously, the repo rate under the LAF, which continues to be linked to the reverse repo rate with a spread of 100 basis points, is also being increased by 25 basis points to 6.75 per cent from 6.50 pe
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జూన్ 07, 2006Scheduled Banks' Statement of Position in India as on Friday, May 26, 2006(Amount in Rupees crore) Scheduled Commercial Banks (including RRBs) All Scheduled Banks (SCBs) I Liabilities to the Banking System (A) 27.05.2005 12.05.2006 * 26.05.2006 * 27.05.2005 12.05.2006 * 26.05.2006 * a. Demand & time deposits from banks 37509.60 32619.27 31184.30 40735.24 34307.67 32901.13 ** b. Borrowings from banks 26827.86 27372.70 29818.27 26968.88 27411.57 29848.50 c. Other demand & time lia(Amount in Rupees crore) Scheduled Commercial Banks (including RRBs) All Scheduled Banks (SCBs) I Liabilities to the Banking System (A) 27.05.2005 12.05.2006 * 26.05.2006 * 27.05.2005 12.05.2006 * 26.05.2006 * a. Demand & time deposits from banks 37509.60 32619.27 31184.30 40735.24 34307.67 32901.13 ** b. Borrowings from banks 26827.86 27372.70 29818.27 26968.88 27411.57 29848.50 c. Other demand & time lia
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మే 30, 2006RBI takes Penal Action against Bank of BarodaThe Reserve Bank of India, in exercise of powers vested in it under the provisions of Section 47 A (1)(b) of the Banking Regulation Act 1949, has imposed a monetary penalty of Rs.5.00 lakh (Rupees five lakh only) on Bank of Baroda, for violation of provisions of Banking Regulation Act, 1949. During the course of Annual Financial Inspections of the bank, the Reserve Bank had observed that the bank had netted the items representing internal and external liabilities in tThe Reserve Bank of India, in exercise of powers vested in it under the provisions of Section 47 A (1)(b) of the Banking Regulation Act 1949, has imposed a monetary penalty of Rs.5.00 lakh (Rupees five lakh only) on Bank of Baroda, for violation of provisions of Banking Regulation Act, 1949. During the course of Annual Financial Inspections of the bank, the Reserve Bank had observed that the bank had netted the items representing internal and external liabilities in t
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మే 24, 2006Scheduled Banks' Statement of Position in India as on Friday, May 12, 2006(Amount in Rupees crore) Scheduled Commercial Banks (including RRBs) All Scheduled Banks (SCBs) I Liabilities to the Banking System (A) 13.05.2005 28.04.2006 * 12.05.2006* 13.05.2005 28.04.2006* 12.05.2006* a. Demand & time deposits from banks 37301.03 33191.46 32619.27 39802.62 34895.98 34307.67** b. Borrowings from banks 32108.74 29318.44 27372.70 32230.43 29338.68 27411.57 c. Other demand & time liabili(Amount in Rupees crore) Scheduled Commercial Banks (including RRBs) All Scheduled Banks (SCBs) I Liabilities to the Banking System (A) 13.05.2005 28.04.2006 * 12.05.2006* 13.05.2005 28.04.2006* 12.05.2006* a. Demand & time deposits from banks 37301.03 33191.46 32619.27 39802.62 34895.98 34307.67** b. Borrowings from banks 32108.74 29318.44 27372.70 32230.43 29338.68 27411.57 c. Other demand & time liabili
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మే 18, 2006RBI constitutes Working Group to formulate a scheme for ensuring reasonableness of the bank chargesThe Reserve Bank of India today constituted a Working Group to formulate a scheme for ensuring reasonableness of bank charges and to incorporate them in the Fair Practices Code. The compliance of Fair Practices Code would be monitored by the Banking Codes and Standards Board of India. The members of the Working Group will be: 1. Shri N. Sadasivan, Banking Ombudsman, Mumbai – Chairman 2. Shri S. Diwakara, All India Depositors' Association 3. Shri H.N. Sinor, Chief ExecThe Reserve Bank of India today constituted a Working Group to formulate a scheme for ensuring reasonableness of bank charges and to incorporate them in the Fair Practices Code. The compliance of Fair Practices Code would be monitored by the Banking Codes and Standards Board of India. The members of the Working Group will be: 1. Shri N. Sadasivan, Banking Ombudsman, Mumbai – Chairman 2. Shri S. Diwakara, All India Depositors' Association 3. Shri H.N. Sinor, Chief Exec
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మే 10, 2006Scheduled Banks' Statement of Position in India as on Friday, April 28, 2006(Amount in Crores of Rupees) Scheduled Commercial banks (Including RRBs) All Scheduled Banks I Liabilities to the Bkg. System (A) 29.04.2005 14.04.2006 28.04.2006 29.04.2005 14.04.2006 28.04.2006 Variation (SCBs) a. Demand & Time deposits from bks. 37391.84 35689.52 33191.46 38944.29 37404.23 34895.98 -2498.06 b. Borrowings from banks 29625.12 28397.25 29318.44 29669.63 28413.87 29338.68 921.19 c. Other demand(Amount in Crores of Rupees) Scheduled Commercial banks (Including RRBs) All Scheduled Banks I Liabilities to the Bkg. System (A) 29.04.2005 14.04.2006 28.04.2006 29.04.2005 14.04.2006 28.04.2006 Variation (SCBs) a. Demand & Time deposits from bks. 37391.84 35689.52 33191.46 38944.29 37404.23 34895.98 -2498.06 b. Borrowings from banks 29625.12 28397.25 29318.44 29669.63 28413.87 29338.68 921.19 c. Other demand
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ఏప్రి 26, 2006Scheduled Banks' Statement of Position in India as on Friday, April 14, 2006(Amount in Crores of Rupees) SCHEDULED COMMERCIAL BANKS ALL SCHEDULED BANKS (Including RRBs) I LIABILITIES TO THE BKG.SYSTEM (A) 15.04.2005 31.03.2006 14.04.2006 15.04.2005 31.03.2006 14.04.2006 a) Demand & Time deposits from bks. 38136.37 33666.81 35689.52 39697.48 35326.52 37404.23 b) Borrowings from banks 31734.19 29511.55 28397.25 31778.39 29576.54 28413.87(Amount in Crores of Rupees) SCHEDULED COMMERCIAL BANKS ALL SCHEDULED BANKS (Including RRBs) I LIABILITIES TO THE BKG.SYSTEM (A) 15.04.2005 31.03.2006 14.04.2006 15.04.2005 31.03.2006 14.04.2006 a) Demand & Time deposits from bks. 38136.37 33666.81 35689.52 39697.48 35326.52 37404.23 b) Borrowings from banks 31734.19 29511.55 28397.25 31778.39 29576.54 28413.87
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ఏప్రి 12, 2006Scheduled Banks' Statement of Position in India as on Friday, March 31, 2006(Amount in Crores of Rupees) SCHEDULED COMMERCIAL BANKS ALL SCHEDULED BANKS (Including RRBs) I LIABILITIES TO THE BKG.SYSTEM (A) 01.04.2005 17.03.2006 * 31.03.2006 * 01.04.2005 17.03.2006 * 31.03.2006 * a) Demand & Time deposits from bks. 43507.10 32680.48 33666.81 45138.(Amount in Crores of Rupees) SCHEDULED COMMERCIAL BANKS ALL SCHEDULED BANKS (Including RRBs) I LIABILITIES TO THE BKG.SYSTEM (A) 01.04.2005 17.03.2006 * 31.03.2006 * 01.04.2005 17.03.2006 * 31.03.2006 * a) Demand & Time deposits from bks. 43507.10 32680.48 33666.81 45138.
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ఏప్రి 05, 2006Credit Information Companies (Regulation) Act, 2005: RBI releases Draft Rules and Regulations for FeedbackThe Reserve Bank of India today released for feedback the draft Rules and Regulations under the Credit Information Companies (Regulation) Act, 2005. It has requested for comments/views to be sent to the Chief General Manager-in-charge, Department of Banking Operations and Development, 5th Floor, World Trade Centre, Mumbai 400 005 on or before April 15, 2006. It may be recalled that the Credit Information Companies (Regulation) Act, 2005 was passed in May 2005 and notiThe Reserve Bank of India today released for feedback the draft Rules and Regulations under the Credit Information Companies (Regulation) Act, 2005. It has requested for comments/views to be sent to the Chief General Manager-in-charge, Department of Banking Operations and Development, 5th Floor, World Trade Centre, Mumbai 400 005 on or before April 15, 2006. It may be recalled that the Credit Information Companies (Regulation) Act, 2005 was passed in May 2005 and noti
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మార్చి 31, 2006Scheduled Banks' Statement of Position in India as on Friday, March 17, 2006(Amount in Crores of Rupees) Scheduled Commercial banks (Including RRBs) All Scheduled Banks I Liabilities to the Bkg. System (A) 18.03.2005 03.03.2006* 17.03.2006* 18.03.2005 03.03.2006* 17.03.2006* a. Demand & Time deposits from bks. 36308.13 31372.28 32680.48 37829.99 32986.83 34312.71** b. Borrowings from banks 27615.93 27196.13 30567.06 27762.95 27222.43 30632.99 c. Other demand & time liabilities 3124.54 90(Amount in Crores of Rupees) Scheduled Commercial banks (Including RRBs) All Scheduled Banks I Liabilities to the Bkg. System (A) 18.03.2005 03.03.2006* 17.03.2006* 18.03.2005 03.03.2006* 17.03.2006* a. Demand & Time deposits from bks. 36308.13 31372.28 32680.48 37829.99 32986.83 34312.71** b. Borrowings from banks 27615.93 27196.13 30567.06 27762.95 27222.43 30632.99 c. Other demand & time liabilities 3124.54 90
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మార్చి 24, 2006RBI takes penal action against Jammu and Kashmir Bank Ltd.The Reserve Bank of India, in exercise of powers vested in it under the provisions of Section 47 A (1)(b) of the Banking Regulation Act 1949, has imposed a monetary penalty of Rs.5.00 lakhs (Rupees five lakhs only) on Jammu and Kashmir Bank Ltd., for violation of Sec 20(1) of Banking Regulation Act 1949. While granting Letter of Credit facilities to one of its constituents, the bank had failed to ensure that adequate and effective arrangements were made by the constitThe Reserve Bank of India, in exercise of powers vested in it under the provisions of Section 47 A (1)(b) of the Banking Regulation Act 1949, has imposed a monetary penalty of Rs.5.00 lakhs (Rupees five lakhs only) on Jammu and Kashmir Bank Ltd., for violation of Sec 20(1) of Banking Regulation Act 1949. While granting Letter of Credit facilities to one of its constituents, the bank had failed to ensure that adequate and effective arrangements were made by the constit
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మార్చి 16, 2006RBI and 894 branches of Banks to accept Advance Income TaxAs many as 894 computerised branches of public and private sector banks will receive advance income tax in Mumbai and Navi Mumbai. These arrangements have been made for the convenience of the income tax assesses. Of the 894 bank branches 833 branches are public sector bank branches, 23 HDFC bank branches, 9 ICICI bank branches, 16 UTI bank branches and 13 IDBI bank branches. The Reserve Bank of India has advised income tax assesses to take advantage of these standingAs many as 894 computerised branches of public and private sector banks will receive advance income tax in Mumbai and Navi Mumbai. These arrangements have been made for the convenience of the income tax assesses. Of the 894 bank branches 833 branches are public sector bank branches, 23 HDFC bank branches, 9 ICICI bank branches, 16 UTI bank branches and 13 IDBI bank branches. The Reserve Bank of India has advised income tax assesses to take advantage of these standing
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మార్చి 14, 2006Scheduled Banks' Statement of Position in India as on Friday, March 3 , 2006(Amount in Crores of Rupees) Scheduled Commercial banks (Including RRBs) All Scheduled Banks I Liabilities to the Bkg. System (A) 04.03.2005 17.02.2006* 03.03.2006* 04.03.2005 17.02.2006* 03.03.2006* a. Demand & Time deposits from bks. 36388.04 29686.40 31372.28 37932.59 31317.53 32986.83** b. Borrowings from banks 23905.52 24738.16 27196.13 23970.94 24756.60 27222.43 c. Other demand & time liabilities 3103.73 7801.74 9(Amount in Crores of Rupees) Scheduled Commercial banks (Including RRBs) All Scheduled Banks I Liabilities to the Bkg. System (A) 04.03.2005 17.02.2006* 03.03.2006* 04.03.2005 17.02.2006* 03.03.2006* a. Demand & Time deposits from bks. 36388.04 29686.40 31372.28 37932.59 31317.53 32986.83** b. Borrowings from banks 23905.52 24738.16 27196.13 23970.94 24756.60 27222.43 c. Other demand & time liabilities 3103.73 7801.74 9
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మార్చి 14, 2006Credit to Farmers1. Context and Perception There is a perception that credit to farmers is priced higher than commensurate with the level of properly-assessed risk. This is a perception that has been articulated by the Reserve Bank also in the recent past (See Annex). The budget measures are thus contextually relevant. It may be noted that the main thrust of the budget announcement is to provide some relief to farmers through fiscal measures rather than cross-subsidisation within the1. Context and Perception There is a perception that credit to farmers is priced higher than commensurate with the level of properly-assessed risk. This is a perception that has been articulated by the Reserve Bank also in the recent past (See Annex). The budget measures are thus contextually relevant. It may be noted that the main thrust of the budget announcement is to provide some relief to farmers through fiscal measures rather than cross-subsidisation within the
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మార్చి 08, 2006A Profile of Banks 2004-05The Reserve Bank of India has been bringing out 'Statistical Tables Relating to Banks in India'. The publication presents comprehensive data relating to scheduled commercial banks and has been well received. A need has been expressed by the user community for making available at a single place certain important parameters for each of the commercial banks across time period. The publication, 'A Profile of Banks', the first of its kind, is an endeavour to meet this requThe Reserve Bank of India has been bringing out 'Statistical Tables Relating to Banks in India'. The publication presents comprehensive data relating to scheduled commercial banks and has been well received. A need has been expressed by the user community for making available at a single place certain important parameters for each of the commercial banks across time period. The publication, 'A Profile of Banks', the first of its kind, is an endeavour to meet this requ
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ఫిబ్ర 20, 2006Banking initiatives in Andaman & Nicobar IslandsDr. Y.V. Reddy, Governor of Reserve Bank of India and three Deputy Governors Dr. Rakesh Mohan, Smt. Shyamala Gopinath and Smt. Usha Thorat along with the Executive Director Shri V.S. Das held a meeting on February 17, 2006 with the senior officials of the Union Territory led by the Chief Secretary Shri D.S. Negi. The President Andaman & Nicobar Chamber of Commerce, Adhyaksha Zilla Parishad, National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development and representatives ofDr. Y.V. Reddy, Governor of Reserve Bank of India and three Deputy Governors Dr. Rakesh Mohan, Smt. Shyamala Gopinath and Smt. Usha Thorat along with the Executive Director Shri V.S. Das held a meeting on February 17, 2006 with the senior officials of the Union Territory led by the Chief Secretary Shri D.S. Negi. The President Andaman & Nicobar Chamber of Commerce, Adhyaksha Zilla Parishad, National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development and representatives of
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ఫిబ్ర 15, 2006Scheduled Banks' Statement of Position in India as on Friday, February 3, 2006(Amount in Crores of Rupees) Scheduled Commercial banks (Including RRBs) All Scheduled Banks I Liabilities to the Bkg. System (A) 04.02.2005 20.01.2006* 03.02.2006* 04.02.2005 20.01.2006* 03.02.2006* a. Demand & Time deposits from bks. 34993.99 32921.51 32872.75 37189.52 34503.98 35118.30** b. Borrowings from banks 27174.16 27556.44 27146.80 27263.74 27660.27 27199.18 c. Other demand & time liabilities 315(Amount in Crores of Rupees) Scheduled Commercial banks (Including RRBs) All Scheduled Banks I Liabilities to the Bkg. System (A) 04.02.2005 20.01.2006* 03.02.2006* 04.02.2005 20.01.2006* 03.02.2006* a. Demand & Time deposits from bks. 34993.99 32921.51 32872.75 37189.52 34503.98 35118.30** b. Borrowings from banks 27174.16 27556.44 27146.80 27263.74 27660.27 27199.18 c. Other demand & time liabilities 315
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ఫిబ్ర 02, 2006Scheduled Banks' Statement of Position in India as on Friday, January 20, 2006(Amount in Crores of Rupees) Scheduled Commercial banks (Including RRBs) All Scheduled Banks I Liabilities to the Bkg. System (A) 21.01.2005 06.01.2006* 20.01.2006* 21.01.2005 06.01.2006* 20.01.2006* a. Demand & Time deposits from bks. 34635.95 33616.01 32921.51 36782.72 35388.75 34503.98** b. Borrowings from banks 26513.47 30079.95 27556.44 26553.32 30136.97 27660.27 c. Other demand & time liabilities 266(Amount in Crores of Rupees) Scheduled Commercial banks (Including RRBs) All Scheduled Banks I Liabilities to the Bkg. System (A) 21.01.2005 06.01.2006* 20.01.2006* 21.01.2005 06.01.2006* 20.01.2006* a. Demand & Time deposits from bks. 34635.95 33616.01 32921.51 36782.72 35388.75 34503.98** b. Borrowings from banks 26513.47 30079.95 27556.44 26553.32 30136.97 27660.27 c. Other demand & time liabilities 266
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జన 23, 2006Collection of account payee cheque - Prohibition on crediting proceeds to third party accountIn view of the recent misuse of Initial Public Offer (IPO) process by certain individuals/entities and reports received in this regard from Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), the Reserve Bank of India took up detailed investigations at some banks to ascertain the modus operandi adopted by different parties in manipulating the system. It was observed that despite extant instructions, banks had credited the proceeds of individual account payee refund ordersIn view of the recent misuse of Initial Public Offer (IPO) process by certain individuals/entities and reports received in this regard from Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), the Reserve Bank of India took up detailed investigations at some banks to ascertain the modus operandi adopted by different parties in manipulating the system. It was observed that despite extant instructions, banks had credited the proceeds of individual account payee refund orders
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జన 13, 2006HLCC on financial and capital market meetsA meeting of the High Level Coordination Committee (HLCC) on Financial and Capital Markets (HLCCFCM) was held today at the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), Mumbai. Dr. Y.V.Reddy, Governor, Reserve Bank of India chaired the meeting. Shri A.K.Jha, Secretary, Economic Affairs, Ministry of Finance, Government of India, Shri M. Damodaran Chairman, Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), Shri C.S.Rao, Chairman, Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority (IRDA), and oA meeting of the High Level Coordination Committee (HLCC) on Financial and Capital Markets (HLCCFCM) was held today at the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), Mumbai. Dr. Y.V.Reddy, Governor, Reserve Bank of India chaired the meeting. Shri A.K.Jha, Secretary, Economic Affairs, Ministry of Finance, Government of India, Shri M. Damodaran Chairman, Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), Shri C.S.Rao, Chairman, Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority (IRDA), and o
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జన 09, 2006Ganesh Bank of Kurundwad: RBI announces Amalgamation Scheme with Federal BankThe Reserve Bank of India has today placed in public domain a draft scheme of amalgamation of the Ganesh Bank of Kurundwad Limited with the Federal Bank Limited. The Reserve Bank has invited suggestions and comments from members of public, including the banks' shareholders, depositors and creditors on the draft scheme. The draft scheme has also been sent to both the banks. Both the banks have been given two weeks' time, upto January 21, 2006, to consider the draft schThe Reserve Bank of India has today placed in public domain a draft scheme of amalgamation of the Ganesh Bank of Kurundwad Limited with the Federal Bank Limited. The Reserve Bank has invited suggestions and comments from members of public, including the banks' shareholders, depositors and creditors on the draft scheme. The draft scheme has also been sent to both the banks. Both the banks have been given two weeks' time, upto January 21, 2006, to consider the draft sch
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నవం 24, 2005RBI releases Report on Trend and Progress of Banking in India: 2004-05The Reserve Bank of India has today released its Report on Trend and Progress of Banking in India, 2004-05. The Report gives a detailed account of the policy developments and performance of commercial banks, co-operative banks and non-banking financial institutions during 2004-05. The Report is divided into seven chapters and contains detailed statistical tables on several parameters relating to the operations and performance of various financial institutions. OvervieThe Reserve Bank of India has today released its Report on Trend and Progress of Banking in India, 2004-05. The Report gives a detailed account of the policy developments and performance of commercial banks, co-operative banks and non-banking financial institutions during 2004-05. The Report is divided into seven chapters and contains detailed statistical tables on several parameters relating to the operations and performance of various financial institutions. Overvie
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నవం 07, 2005Commercial Bank Presence in India and PakistanAn understanding has been reached between the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on granting permission for opening two branches of banks from India in Pakistan and two branches of banks from Pakistan in India, on a reciprocal basis. The specific banks to be permitted to open the branches would be mutually agreed upon by the RBI and the SBP keeping in view their respective regulatory policies and procedures. The licensing of subsequent orAn understanding has been reached between the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on granting permission for opening two branches of banks from India in Pakistan and two branches of banks from Pakistan in India, on a reciprocal basis. The specific banks to be permitted to open the branches would be mutually agreed upon by the RBI and the SBP keeping in view their respective regulatory policies and procedures. The licensing of subsequent or
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అక్టో 20, 2005RBI imposes penalty on State Bank of Indore, Madhya PradeshThe Reserve Bank of India imposes a penalty of Rs.5,00,000/-(Rupees five lakh only) on State Bank of Indore, Indore, Madhya Pradesh, under Section 47(A)(1)(b) of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 for violation of instructions/guidelines issued by the Reserve Bank of India in regard to opening of account and monitoring of cash transactions at one of their branches during the year 2000. P.V.Sadanandan Manager Press Release: 2005-2006/487The Reserve Bank of India imposes a penalty of Rs.5,00,000/-(Rupees five lakh only) on State Bank of Indore, Indore, Madhya Pradesh, under Section 47(A)(1)(b) of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 for violation of instructions/guidelines issued by the Reserve Bank of India in regard to opening of account and monitoring of cash transactions at one of their branches during the year 2000. P.V.Sadanandan Manager Press Release: 2005-2006/487
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సెప్టెం 30, 2005Scheme of Amalgamation under section 44A of Banking Regulation Act, 1949 - Bank of Punjab Ltd. with Centurion Bank LtdIn exercise of the powers contained in Sub-section (4) of Section 44A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949, the Reserve Bank of India sanctioned the Scheme of Amalgamation of Bank of Punjab Ltd. with Centurion Bank Ltd. The Scheme shall come into force with effect from October 1, 2005. All the branches of Bank of Punjab Ltd. shall from October 1, 2005, function as branches of Centurion Bank Ltd. Ajit Prasad Manager Press Release: 2005-2006/412In exercise of the powers contained in Sub-section (4) of Section 44A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949, the Reserve Bank of India sanctioned the Scheme of Amalgamation of Bank of Punjab Ltd. with Centurion Bank Ltd. The Scheme shall come into force with effect from October 1, 2005. All the branches of Bank of Punjab Ltd. shall from October 1, 2005, function as branches of Centurion Bank Ltd. Ajit Prasad Manager Press Release: 2005-2006/412
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ఆగ 12, 2005HLCC on financial and capital markets meetsA meeting of the High Level Coordination Committee (HLCC) on Financial and Capital Markets (HLCCFCM) was held today at the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), Delhi. Dr. Y.V.Reddy, Governor, Reserve Bank of India chaired the meeting. Shri A.K.Jha, Secretary, Economic Affairs, Ministry of Finance, Government of India, Shri M. Damodaran Chairman, Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), Shri C.S.Rao, Chairman, Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority (IRDA), and otA meeting of the High Level Coordination Committee (HLCC) on Financial and Capital Markets (HLCCFCM) was held today at the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), Delhi. Dr. Y.V.Reddy, Governor, Reserve Bank of India chaired the meeting. Shri A.K.Jha, Secretary, Economic Affairs, Ministry of Finance, Government of India, Shri M. Damodaran Chairman, Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), Shri C.S.Rao, Chairman, Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority (IRDA), and ot
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జూన్ 23, 2005No Repo/Reverse Repo operation on July 1, 2005The Reserve Bank of India will conduct Repo/Reverse Repo auction under Liquidity Adjustment Facility (LAF) on June 30, 2005 for four days (with reversal on July 4, 2005) instead of one day, as announced earlier. Further, no Repo/Reverse Repo operation will be conducted on July 1, 2005. This is in partial modification of the auction calendar in respect of LAF notified vide our Press Release : 2004-2005/1012 dated March 29, 2005. The modification has become necessary duThe Reserve Bank of India will conduct Repo/Reverse Repo auction under Liquidity Adjustment Facility (LAF) on June 30, 2005 for four days (with reversal on July 4, 2005) instead of one day, as announced earlier. Further, no Repo/Reverse Repo operation will be conducted on July 1, 2005. This is in partial modification of the auction calendar in respect of LAF notified vide our Press Release : 2004-2005/1012 dated March 29, 2005. The modification has become necessary du
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జూన్ 15, 2005HLCC on Financial and Capital Markets MeetsA meeting of the High Level Coordination Committee (HLCC) on Financial and Capital Markets (HLCCFCM) was held today at the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), Mumbai. Dr. Y.V.Reddy, Governor, Reserve Bank of India chaired the meeting. Dr. Rakesh Mohan, Secretary, Economic Affairs, Ministry of Finance, Government of India, Shri M.Damodaran Chairman, Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), Shri C.S.Rao, Chairman, Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority (IRDA), anA meeting of the High Level Coordination Committee (HLCC) on Financial and Capital Markets (HLCCFCM) was held today at the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), Mumbai. Dr. Y.V.Reddy, Governor, Reserve Bank of India chaired the meeting. Dr. Rakesh Mohan, Secretary, Economic Affairs, Ministry of Finance, Government of India, Shri M.Damodaran Chairman, Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), Shri C.S.Rao, Chairman, Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority (IRDA), an
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జూన్ 13, 2005RBI Working Group to Review Export Credit submits ReportThe Reserve Bank of India's Working Group to review a range of issues relating to export credit has submitted its report. The Working Group, based on the presentations made by the representatives of the Export Promotion Organisations, discussions and study of the statistics and relevant information made available to it, has recommended that in respect of the Rupee export credit, the present interest rate prescription by the Reserve Bank of India may continue for the tThe Reserve Bank of India's Working Group to review a range of issues relating to export credit has submitted its report. The Working Group, based on the presentations made by the representatives of the Export Promotion Organisations, discussions and study of the statistics and relevant information made available to it, has recommended that in respect of the Rupee export credit, the present interest rate prescription by the Reserve Bank of India may continue for the t
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ఏప్రి 25, 2005Reserve Bank releases Report on Credit Card RegulationsThe Reserve Bank released the on its website (www.rbi.org.in) Payment of penalty to the recipient of unsolicited card in case the card got activated without the approval of the recipient, Code of conduct for direct selling agents, 'Do Not Call Registry' website to be maintained by the Indian Banks' Association, sending the most important terms and conditions highlighting crucial items to the customers at all the stages and authorising the Banking Ombudsman to redressThe Reserve Bank released the on its website (www.rbi.org.in) Payment of penalty to the recipient of unsolicited card in case the card got activated without the approval of the recipient, Code of conduct for direct selling agents, 'Do Not Call Registry' website to be maintained by the Indian Banks' Association, sending the most important terms and conditions highlighting crucial items to the customers at all the stages and authorising the Banking Ombudsman to redress
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ఏప్రి 01, 2005Scheme of Amalgamation of IDBI Bank Ltd. with IDBI Ltd. to be effective from April 2, 2005The scheme of amalgamation of the IDBI Bank Ltd. with IDBI Ltd., will come into effect from April 2, 2005. The Reserve Bank has sanctioned the scheme of amalgamation of these two banks in exercise of the powers contained in Sub-Section (4) of Section 44A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949.Alpana KillawalaChief General Manger Press Release: 2004-2005/1033The scheme of amalgamation of the IDBI Bank Ltd. with IDBI Ltd., will come into effect from April 2, 2005. The Reserve Bank has sanctioned the scheme of amalgamation of these two banks in exercise of the powers contained in Sub-Section (4) of Section 44A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949.Alpana KillawalaChief General Manger Press Release: 2004-2005/1033
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మార్చి 16, 2005DICGC raises Premium for Deposit InsuranceThe Deposit Insurance and Credit Guarantee Corporation (DICGC) has decided to raise the deposit insurance premium to 10 paise per Rs.100 from 5 paise per Rs.100 of assessable deposit per annum. The premium will be raised in a phased manner over a period of two years. In the first phase, the premium rate would be increased to 8 paise from 5 paise per annum per Rs.100 of assessable deposits for the financial year 2004-05. In the second phase the deposit insurance premiuThe Deposit Insurance and Credit Guarantee Corporation (DICGC) has decided to raise the deposit insurance premium to 10 paise per Rs.100 from 5 paise per Rs.100 of assessable deposit per annum. The premium will be raised in a phased manner over a period of two years. In the first phase, the premium rate would be increased to 8 paise from 5 paise per annum per Rs.100 of assessable deposits for the financial year 2004-05. In the second phase the deposit insurance premiu
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ఫిబ్ర 02, 2005RBI issues Guidelines on Merger/Amalgamation for Urban BanksThe Reserve Bank of India has, in the recent past, received some interest for merger/amalgamation from among the urban cooperative banks (urban banks). With a view to encouraging and facilitating consolidation and emergence of strong entities and providing an avenue for non-disruptive exit of weak/unviable entities in the co-operative banking sector, the Reserve Bank has decided to issue suitable guidelines to facilitate merger/amalgamation in the sector and place theThe Reserve Bank of India has, in the recent past, received some interest for merger/amalgamation from among the urban cooperative banks (urban banks). With a view to encouraging and facilitating consolidation and emergence of strong entities and providing an avenue for non-disruptive exit of weak/unviable entities in the co-operative banking sector, the Reserve Bank has decided to issue suitable guidelines to facilitate merger/amalgamation in the sector and place the
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డిసెం 24, 2004Dealing with Customer Complaints of Credit Cards: RBI asks banks to be more sensitive to customer complaints:IBA to evolve a Code of Conduct for Credit Card Issuing BanksAt a meeting of banks issuing credit cards held today, by the Reserve Bank of India in Mumbai, it was decided that the Indian Banks' Association along with some large credit cards issuing banks will evolve a code of conduct to be voluntarily adopted by the banks issuing credit cards. The meeting was held in the wake of significant concerns that had arisen of late in regard to credit card operations of banks. The Reserve Bank also stressed on the need for the card issuAt a meeting of banks issuing credit cards held today, by the Reserve Bank of India in Mumbai, it was decided that the Indian Banks' Association along with some large credit cards issuing banks will evolve a code of conduct to be voluntarily adopted by the banks issuing credit cards. The meeting was held in the wake of significant concerns that had arisen of late in regard to credit card operations of banks. The Reserve Bank also stressed on the need for the card issu
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నవం 29, 2004RBI releases Report on Trend and Progress of Banking in India-2003-04The Reserve Bank of India has released today its Report on Trend and Progress of Banking in India, 2003-04. The Report gives a detailed account of the performance of and policy developments relating to commercial banks, co-operative banks, financial institutions and non-banking financial companies during 2003-04. A chapter on financial stability covering various emerging issues has been introduced. The Report is divided into eight Chapters and contains detailed statisThe Reserve Bank of India has released today its Report on Trend and Progress of Banking in India, 2003-04. The Report gives a detailed account of the performance of and policy developments relating to commercial banks, co-operative banks, financial institutions and non-banking financial companies during 2003-04. A chapter on financial stability covering various emerging issues has been introduced. The Report is divided into eight Chapters and contains detailed statis
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అక్టో 20, 2004RBI to disclose Penalties and Specific Supervisory Actions on Banks from November 1The Reserve Bank of India has, in the interest of the investors and depositors, decided to disclose the penalties imposed by it on banks. In a circular issued to commercial banks, it has said that it would, from November 1, 2004 issue a press release giving details of the circumstances under which the penalty is imposed on a bank. It would also place the communication on the imposition of penalty to the bank in public domain. In addition, the Reserve Bank has asked baThe Reserve Bank of India has, in the interest of the investors and depositors, decided to disclose the penalties imposed by it on banks. In a circular issued to commercial banks, it has said that it would, from November 1, 2004 issue a press release giving details of the circumstances under which the penalty is imposed on a bank. It would also place the communication on the imposition of penalty to the bank in public domain. In addition, the Reserve Bank has asked ba
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జులై 26, 2004Draft Scheme of GTB - OBC AmalgamationGlobal Trust Bank Ltd., (GTB) has been placed under an Order of Moratorium on July 24, 2004 which is effective upto October 23, 2004 or an earlier date if alternate arrangements are in place. During the period of moratorium, the Reserve Bank of India has to decide the future set up of GTB. GTB had been given time to arrange for infusion of capital as also to explore the options of raising required capital or voluntary merger with any domestic bank. GTB’s proposal forGlobal Trust Bank Ltd., (GTB) has been placed under an Order of Moratorium on July 24, 2004 which is effective upto October 23, 2004 or an earlier date if alternate arrangements are in place. During the period of moratorium, the Reserve Bank of India has to decide the future set up of GTB. GTB had been given time to arrange for infusion of capital as also to explore the options of raising required capital or voluntary merger with any domestic bank. GTB’s proposal for
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జులై 05, 2004Comments/Suggestions on Draft Policy on Private BanksThe Reserve Bank of India has received several suggestions and queries from the market participants and media on its draft policy framework for ownership and governance of private banks. The Reserve Bank, on Friday, placed the draft policy framework on its website for public debate. The Reserve Bank welcomes valuable suggestions and feedback. Anyone who wishes to seek clarifications or make suggestions on the draft policy is welcome to post them Based on the feedbackThe Reserve Bank of India has received several suggestions and queries from the market participants and media on its draft policy framework for ownership and governance of private banks. The Reserve Bank, on Friday, placed the draft policy framework on its website for public debate. The Reserve Bank welcomes valuable suggestions and feedback. Anyone who wishes to seek clarifications or make suggestions on the draft policy is welcome to post them Based on the feedback
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జూన్ 14, 2004RBI releases Report of the Working Group on Financial Conglomerates for Public CommentsThe Reserve Bank of India today placed for public comments the Report of the Working Group on Financial Conglomerates on its website. The Report has been released in pursuance of paragraph 131 of the Annual Policy Statement for the year 2004-05. Comments may please be sent to Chief General Manager-in-Charge, Department of Banking Supervision, Reserve Bank of India, World Trade Centre, Mumbai 400 005 or to fax No.022-22160932 It may be recalled that the Governor had anThe Reserve Bank of India today placed for public comments the Report of the Working Group on Financial Conglomerates on its website. The Report has been released in pursuance of paragraph 131 of the Annual Policy Statement for the year 2004-05. Comments may please be sent to Chief General Manager-in-Charge, Department of Banking Supervision, Reserve Bank of India, World Trade Centre, Mumbai 400 005 or to fax No.022-22160932 It may be recalled that the Governor had an
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జూన్ 11, 2004HLCC on Financial and Capital Markets MeetsA meeting of the High Level Coordination Committee (HLCC) on Financial and Capital Markets (HLCCFCM) was held today at the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), Mumbai. Dr. Y.V.Reddy, Governor, Reserve Bank of India chaired the meeting. Shri D.C.Gupta, Finance Secretary and Shri N.S.Sisodia, Secretary (Financial Sector), Ministry of Finance, Government of India, Shri G.N. Bajpai, Chairman, Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), Shri C.S.Rao, Chairman, Insurance RegulatA meeting of the High Level Coordination Committee (HLCC) on Financial and Capital Markets (HLCCFCM) was held today at the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), Mumbai. Dr. Y.V.Reddy, Governor, Reserve Bank of India chaired the meeting. Shri D.C.Gupta, Finance Secretary and Shri N.S.Sisodia, Secretary (Financial Sector), Ministry of Finance, Government of India, Shri G.N. Bajpai, Chairman, Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), Shri C.S.Rao, Chairman, Insurance Regulat
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మార్చి 29, 2004Minimum owned fund of Securitisation and Reconstruction Companies shall not be less than 15%The Reserve Bank of India today directed Securitisation Companies and Reconstruction Companies that their minimum Owned Fund shall be not less than fifteen percent of the total financial assets acquired or to be acquired by the Securitisation Company or Reconstruction Company on an aggregate basis, or Rs. 100 crore, whichever is less. It has been clarified that the minimum Owned Fund has to be maintained irrespective of whether the assets are transferred to a trust seThe Reserve Bank of India today directed Securitisation Companies and Reconstruction Companies that their minimum Owned Fund shall be not less than fifteen percent of the total financial assets acquired or to be acquired by the Securitisation Company or Reconstruction Company on an aggregate basis, or Rs. 100 crore, whichever is less. It has been clarified that the minimum Owned Fund has to be maintained irrespective of whether the assets are transferred to a trust se
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మార్చి 27, 2004RBI and Banks to accept Tax on March 30The Reserve Bank of India has, for the convenience of tax payers, made arrangements to receive direct taxes, that is, income tax, corporation tax, etc., on Tuesday, March 30, 2004. On that day, it will receive these payments in cash upto 2.30 p.m. and by cheques/instruments upto 3.30 p.m. The Reserve Bank has also requested the bank branches authorised by income tax department to make necessary arrangements to accept payment of income tax dues in those states where MaThe Reserve Bank of India has, for the convenience of tax payers, made arrangements to receive direct taxes, that is, income tax, corporation tax, etc., on Tuesday, March 30, 2004. On that day, it will receive these payments in cash upto 2.30 p.m. and by cheques/instruments upto 3.30 p.m. The Reserve Bank has also requested the bank branches authorised by income tax department to make necessary arrangements to accept payment of income tax dues in those states where Ma
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ఫిబ్ర 24, 2004Current Account Transactions Further LliberalisedIn order to further simplify and liberalise the current account transactions, the Reserve Bank of India has announced its decision to freely allow the Authorised Dealers, the following categories of remittances in terms of the Foreign Exchange Management Act (Current Account Transactions) Rules, 2000: Remittance by artistes, e.g., wrestlers, dancers, entertainers etc. Commission to agents abroad for sale of residential plots for amounts up to USD 25,000 or 5 per centIn order to further simplify and liberalise the current account transactions, the Reserve Bank of India has announced its decision to freely allow the Authorised Dealers, the following categories of remittances in terms of the Foreign Exchange Management Act (Current Account Transactions) Rules, 2000: Remittance by artistes, e.g., wrestlers, dancers, entertainers etc. Commission to agents abroad for sale of residential plots for amounts up to USD 25,000 or 5 per cent
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డిసెం 11, 2003Pay Income-tax dues in advance at any designated bank branch : RBIThe Reserve Bank of India has advised income-tax assessees in the cities of Mumbai and Navi Mumbai to take advantage of paying their income tax dues at any of the designated bank branches. The income-tax department has authorised approximately 844 computerised branches of public sector banks and private sector banks in Mumbai and Navi Mumbai to accept payment of income-tax dues. The Reserve Bank has also advised income-tax assessees to avoid last minute rush at the ReThe Reserve Bank of India has advised income-tax assessees in the cities of Mumbai and Navi Mumbai to take advantage of paying their income tax dues at any of the designated bank branches. The income-tax department has authorised approximately 844 computerised branches of public sector banks and private sector banks in Mumbai and Navi Mumbai to accept payment of income-tax dues. The Reserve Bank has also advised income-tax assessees to avoid last minute rush at the Re
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డిసెం 10, 2003Prudential Guidelines on Banks’Investment in non-SLR SecuritiesReserve Bank of India had issued guidelines on investments by banks in non-SLR securities on November 12, 2003. With a view to operationalising the guidelines a series of meetings were held with banks and other market participants and a transition period up to March 31, 2004 was provided. Further discussions were held with market participants on the actual implementation and for considering certain relaxations needed for a smooth transition, Reserve Bank has issued thReserve Bank of India had issued guidelines on investments by banks in non-SLR securities on November 12, 2003. With a view to operationalising the guidelines a series of meetings were held with banks and other market participants and a transition period up to March 31, 2004 was provided. Further discussions were held with market participants on the actual implementation and for considering certain relaxations needed for a smooth transition, Reserve Bank has issued th
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నవం 17, 2003RBI releases Report on Trend and Progress of Banking in India-2002-03The Reserve Bank of India today released its Report on Trend and Progress of Banking in India, 2002-03. The Report gives a detailed account of the performance of and policy developments relating to commercial banks, co-operative banks, financial institutions and non-banking financial companies during 2002-03. The Report is divided into seven Chapters and contains detailed statistical tables on various parameters for banks and financial institutions.OverviewThe first cThe Reserve Bank of India today released its Report on Trend and Progress of Banking in India, 2002-03. The Report gives a detailed account of the performance of and policy developments relating to commercial banks, co-operative banks, financial institutions and non-banking financial companies during 2002-03. The Report is divided into seven Chapters and contains detailed statistical tables on various parameters for banks and financial institutions.OverviewThe first c
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అక్టో 15, 2003Quarterly Handout: Aggregate Deposits and Gross Bank Credit of Scheduled Commercial Banks - As on the last Friday of June 2003"Banking Statistics: Quarterly Handout – June 2003" provides data on aggregate deposits and gross bank credit of scheduled commercial banks as on the last Friday of June 2003. The data are based on Basic Statistical Return-7, received from all scheduled commercial banks. The top hundred centres arranged according to the size of deposits accounted for 61.5 per cent of the total deposits and the top hundred centres arranged according to the size of bank credit acco"Banking Statistics: Quarterly Handout – June 2003" provides data on aggregate deposits and gross bank credit of scheduled commercial banks as on the last Friday of June 2003. The data are based on Basic Statistical Return-7, received from all scheduled commercial banks. The top hundred centres arranged according to the size of deposits accounted for 61.5 per cent of the total deposits and the top hundred centres arranged according to the size of bank credit acco
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ఆగ 29, 2003RBI allows four Private Sector Banks to take Government BusinessThe Reserve Bank of India has permitted four private sector banks for conduct of all types of Central Government transactions as its agents with effect from October 1, 2003. The four banks that have been permitted to undertake Government transactions are HDFC Bank Ltd., ICICI Bank Ltd., IDBI Bank Ltd. and UTI Bank Ltd. These banks have also been authorised to conduct State Government transactions if any State Government desires to appoint any one or all these banks asThe Reserve Bank of India has permitted four private sector banks for conduct of all types of Central Government transactions as its agents with effect from October 1, 2003. The four banks that have been permitted to undertake Government transactions are HDFC Bank Ltd., ICICI Bank Ltd., IDBI Bank Ltd. and UTI Bank Ltd. These banks have also been authorised to conduct State Government transactions if any State Government desires to appoint any one or all these banks as
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ఆగ 27, 2003Pay Income-tax dues in advance at any designated bank branch : RBIThe Reserve Bank of India has advised income-tax assessees in the cities of Mumbai and Navi Mumbai to take advantage of paying their income tax dues at any of the designated bank branches. The income-tax department has authorised approximately 832 computerised branches of public sector banks and HDFC Bank in Mumbai and Navi Mumbai to accept payment of income-tax dues. The Reserve Bank has also advised income-tax assessees to avoid last minute rush at the Reserve Bank'The Reserve Bank of India has advised income-tax assessees in the cities of Mumbai and Navi Mumbai to take advantage of paying their income tax dues at any of the designated bank branches. The income-tax department has authorised approximately 832 computerised branches of public sector banks and HDFC Bank in Mumbai and Navi Mumbai to accept payment of income-tax dues. The Reserve Bank has also advised income-tax assessees to avoid last minute rush at the Reserve Bank'
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ఆగ 23, 2003Reduction in repo rateIn view of the current macroeconomic and overall monetary conditions, the Reserve Bank of India has decided to reduce the one day and 14 day repo rate under the Liquidity Adjustment Facility (LAF) of the Reserve Bank to be made available on August 25, 2003 to 4.5 per cent from 5.0 per cent. Thereafter, as per the current practice, the cut-off rate for acceptance of bids for one day and 14 day repo will continue to be decided by the Reserve Bank at each auction. AlpanaIn view of the current macroeconomic and overall monetary conditions, the Reserve Bank of India has decided to reduce the one day and 14 day repo rate under the Liquidity Adjustment Facility (LAF) of the Reserve Bank to be made available on August 25, 2003 to 4.5 per cent from 5.0 per cent. Thereafter, as per the current practice, the cut-off rate for acceptance of bids for one day and 14 day repo will continue to be decided by the Reserve Bank at each auction. Alpana
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ఆగ 23, 2003Decline in Inflation, Good Monsoon prompted Repo Rate cut ; Interest Rate for State Loans to stay at 6.20% : RBIIn response to a query from wire agencies, the official spokesperson of the Reserve Bank of India has said that the decision to reduce the repo rate has been taken in the light of decline in the inflation rate and good monsoon. It may be recalled that the Reserve Bank had earlier pointed out that it was closely watching the movement in inflation and behaviour of the monsoon before any decision would be taken. The annual rate of inflation which was about 6.7 per cent aIn response to a query from wire agencies, the official spokesperson of the Reserve Bank of India has said that the decision to reduce the repo rate has been taken in the light of decline in the inflation rate and good monsoon. It may be recalled that the Reserve Bank had earlier pointed out that it was closely watching the movement in inflation and behaviour of the monsoon before any decision would be taken. The annual rate of inflation which was about 6.7 per cent a
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జులై 18, 2003Quarterly Handout: Aggregate Deposits and Gross Bank Credit of Scheduled Commercial Banks (As on March 31, 2003)'Banking Statistics: Quarterly Handout – March 2003' provides data on aggregate deposits and gross bank credit of scheduled commercial banks as on 31st March 2003. The data are based on Basic Statistical Return-7, received from all scheduled commercial banks. The data have been presented according to top hundred centres, states, districts, population groups and bank groups. Five new statements are added from this issue of Quarterly Handout. The top hundred centres arr'Banking Statistics: Quarterly Handout – March 2003' provides data on aggregate deposits and gross bank credit of scheduled commercial banks as on 31st March 2003. The data are based on Basic Statistical Return-7, received from all scheduled commercial banks. The data have been presented according to top hundred centres, states, districts, population groups and bank groups. Five new statements are added from this issue of Quarterly Handout. The top hundred centres arr
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జూన్ 06, 2003No Repo Rate cut Now : RBIWe do not expect to make a repo cut now or for quite sometime, until the monsoon and inflation situation becomes clearer. There has been renewed market speculation on this issue in the light of the 50 basis point cut made by the European Central Bank yesterday. The rate of inflation in the main Euro countries is in the range of 2 per cent compared to our inflation rate which was 5.9 per cent on May 17, 2003, an official spokesperson of the Reserve Bank of India clarifWe do not expect to make a repo cut now or for quite sometime, until the monsoon and inflation situation becomes clearer. There has been renewed market speculation on this issue in the light of the 50 basis point cut made by the European Central Bank yesterday. The rate of inflation in the main Euro countries is in the range of 2 per cent compared to our inflation rate which was 5.9 per cent on May 17, 2003, an official spokesperson of the Reserve Bank of India clarif
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మే 26, 2003Pay Income-tax dues in advance at any designated bank branch : RBIThe Reserve Bank of India has advised income-tax assessees in the cities of Mumbai and Navi Mumbai to take advantage of paying their income tax dues at any of the designated bank branches. The income-tax department has authorised approximately 820 computerised branches of public sector banks and HDFC Bank in Mumbai and Navi Mumbai to accept payment of income-tax dues. The Reserve Bank has also advised income-tax assessees to avoid last minute rush at the Reserve Bank'The Reserve Bank of India has advised income-tax assessees in the cities of Mumbai and Navi Mumbai to take advantage of paying their income tax dues at any of the designated bank branches. The income-tax department has authorised approximately 820 computerised branches of public sector banks and HDFC Bank in Mumbai and Navi Mumbai to accept payment of income-tax dues. The Reserve Bank has also advised income-tax assessees to avoid last minute rush at the Reserve Bank'
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ఏప్రి 12, 2003Quarterly Handout: Aggregate Deposits and Gross Bank Credit of all Scheduled Commercial Banks(As on the last Friday of December 2002) 'Banking Statistics: Quarterly Handout – December 2002' provides data on aggregate deposits and gross bank credit of scheduled commercial banks as on the last Friday of December 2002. The data are based on Basic Statistical Return-7, received from all scheduled commercial banks. The data have been presented according to top hundred centres, states, districts, population groups and bank groups. The top hundred centres arranged a(As on the last Friday of December 2002) 'Banking Statistics: Quarterly Handout – December 2002' provides data on aggregate deposits and gross bank credit of scheduled commercial banks as on the last Friday of December 2002. The data are based on Basic Statistical Return-7, received from all scheduled commercial banks. The data have been presented according to top hundred centres, states, districts, population groups and bank groups. The top hundred centres arranged a
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ఏప్రి 12, 2003ICICI Bank's Financial Position Sound : RBIThere are reports in some sections of the media that based on rumours of ICICI Bank facing liquidity problems, depositors are withdrawing cash at its ATMs and branches in Gujarat. The Reserve Bank of India is monitoring the developments and has arranged to provide adequate cash to ICICI Bank to meet the demands of its customers at the branches/ATMs. It is clarified that the ICICI Bank has sufficient liquidity, including in its current account with the Reserve Bank ofThere are reports in some sections of the media that based on rumours of ICICI Bank facing liquidity problems, depositors are withdrawing cash at its ATMs and branches in Gujarat. The Reserve Bank of India is monitoring the developments and has arranged to provide adequate cash to ICICI Bank to meet the demands of its customers at the branches/ATMs. It is clarified that the ICICI Bank has sufficient liquidity, including in its current account with the Reserve Bank of
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మార్చి 28, 2003RBI and tax collecting bank branches to extend banking hours on March 29 and 31The Reserve Bank of India has decided to keep its tax collection counters open for extended time on March 29, 2003 and March 31, 2003 beyond normal business hours to facilitate payment of taxes by tax assessees. The Reserve Bank has also asked all public sector banks and other banks authorised to collect taxes, to keep their tax collecting branches open for a reasonably longer time for this purpose only. In a circular issued on March 27, 2003, the Reserve Bank has askThe Reserve Bank of India has decided to keep its tax collection counters open for extended time on March 29, 2003 and March 31, 2003 beyond normal business hours to facilitate payment of taxes by tax assessees. The Reserve Bank has also asked all public sector banks and other banks authorised to collect taxes, to keep their tax collecting branches open for a reasonably longer time for this purpose only. In a circular issued on March 27, 2003, the Reserve Bank has ask
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మార్చి 28, 2003Banks' Lending Rates Updated on RBI Website
for Quarter-October December 2002The Reserve Bank of India has today released the lending rates of scheduled commercial banks for the quarter October to December 2002 on its website (www.rbi.org.in ). The data include the range of actual and median lending rates for credit above Rs. two lakh as well as actual and median lending rates for export credit in rupee terms. Both these categories of data are available bank-group wise. An additional table presenting the lending rates of individual banks for cThe Reserve Bank of India has today released the lending rates of scheduled commercial banks for the quarter October to December 2002 on its website (www.rbi.org.in ). The data include the range of actual and median lending rates for credit above Rs. two lakh as well as actual and median lending rates for export credit in rupee terms. Both these categories of data are available bank-group wise. An additional table presenting the lending rates of individual banks for c -
మార్చి 12, 2003Mumbai Clearing House to be closed on March 14 and May 14 : RBIThe Reserve Bank of India has stated that the clearing house in Mumbai will not function on March 14, 2003 as the Government of Maharashtra has declared it as a holiday under the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 on account of Moharrum. Earlier, the holiday for Moharrum was declared on March 15, 2003. Now, the clearing house will function normally on March 15, 2003The clearing house in Reserve Bank of India in Mumbai will also remain closed on May 14, 2003 instead of MThe Reserve Bank of India has stated that the clearing house in Mumbai will not function on March 14, 2003 as the Government of Maharashtra has declared it as a holiday under the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 on account of Moharrum. Earlier, the holiday for Moharrum was declared on March 15, 2003. Now, the clearing house will function normally on March 15, 2003The clearing house in Reserve Bank of India in Mumbai will also remain closed on May 14, 2003 instead of M
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ఫిబ్ర 25, 2003RBI Appeal to Tax PayersTo avoid long queues and inconveniences for payment of income tax (IT) at the Reserve Bank counters, the Reserve Bank of India has appealed to the tax payers to utilise the services available at various branches of public sector banks in Mumbai and Navi Mumbai and deposit their income tax dues well in advance of the last date. Income Tax Assessees can now pay advance income tax at any of the 820 branches of public sector banks and HDFC Bank at Mumbai and Navi Mumbai.To avoid long queues and inconveniences for payment of income tax (IT) at the Reserve Bank counters, the Reserve Bank of India has appealed to the tax payers to utilise the services available at various branches of public sector banks in Mumbai and Navi Mumbai and deposit their income tax dues well in advance of the last date. Income Tax Assessees can now pay advance income tax at any of the 820 branches of public sector banks and HDFC Bank at Mumbai and Navi Mumbai.
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జన 24, 2003Quarterly Handout: Aggregate Deposits and Gross Bank Credit of all Scheduled Commercial Banks - As on the last Friday of September 2002'Banking Statistics: Quarterly Handout – September 2002' provides data on aggregate deposits and gross bank credit of scheduled commercial banks as on the last Friday of September 2002.The data have been presented according to top hundred centres, states, districts, population groups and bank groups. The primary data have been collected from all scheduled commercial banks through the BSR-7 return. The top hundred centres arranged according to the size of deposits acco'Banking Statistics: Quarterly Handout – September 2002' provides data on aggregate deposits and gross bank credit of scheduled commercial banks as on the last Friday of September 2002.The data have been presented according to top hundred centres, states, districts, population groups and bank groups. The primary data have been collected from all scheduled commercial banks through the BSR-7 return. The top hundred centres arranged according to the size of deposits acco
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డిసెం 19, 2002Working Group on Lenders' Liability LawsThe Government of India had constituted a Working Group to study Lenders' Liability Laws of other countries and their implications on the borrowers, lenders, regulators and other stakeholders and to make recommendations regarding legislative proposals suitable for Indian conditions. The Group submitted its report in October 2002. After considering the pros and cons of the issue, the Group has recommended that for the time being a Fair Practices Code may be framed by tThe Government of India had constituted a Working Group to study Lenders' Liability Laws of other countries and their implications on the borrowers, lenders, regulators and other stakeholders and to make recommendations regarding legislative proposals suitable for Indian conditions. The Group submitted its report in October 2002. After considering the pros and cons of the issue, the Group has recommended that for the time being a Fair Practices Code may be framed by t
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డిసెం 14, 2002Bank Loans only against Relief BondsIt was reported in a section of the press today that the Reserve Bank of India has allowed banks to sanction loans against Relief Bonds.The Reserve Bank of India has clarified that as per Government of India instructions, banks are allowed to sanction loans against Relief Bonds only. This facility is not available against 7 per cent Savings Bonds, 2002, which is a new scheme introduced in October 2002. The 7 per cent Savings Bonds 2002, which were introduced from OctoIt was reported in a section of the press today that the Reserve Bank of India has allowed banks to sanction loans against Relief Bonds.The Reserve Bank of India has clarified that as per Government of India instructions, banks are allowed to sanction loans against Relief Bonds only. This facility is not available against 7 per cent Savings Bonds, 2002, which is a new scheme introduced in October 2002. The 7 per cent Savings Bonds 2002, which were introduced from Octo
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డిసెం 04, 2002Annual Accounts of Scheduled Commercial Banks : 1989-90 to 2000-01 available on CD-ROMThe Reserve Bank of India has released a compendium in the form of a CD-ROM containing annual accounts data of Scheduled Commercial Banks (including Regional Rural Banks) for the period 1989-90 to 2000-01. The CD-Rom contains bank-wise information on items of liabilities, assets, earnings and expenses and also the following business ratios disclosed by the banks as a part of the `notes on annual accounts' from the year 1997-98:Capital Adequacy Ratio,Net NPA as a perceThe Reserve Bank of India has released a compendium in the form of a CD-ROM containing annual accounts data of Scheduled Commercial Banks (including Regional Rural Banks) for the period 1989-90 to 2000-01. The CD-Rom contains bank-wise information on items of liabilities, assets, earnings and expenses and also the following business ratios disclosed by the banks as a part of the `notes on annual accounts' from the year 1997-98:Capital Adequacy Ratio,Net NPA as a perce
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నవం 16, 2002Proposed Amalgamation of the Nedungadi Bank Ltd. with Punjab National Bank: Information for the PublicIn view of the press reports regarding the movement of share prices of Nedungadi Bank Ltd., the Reserve Bank of India has invited public attention to a clause (clause 7(1) of Chapter IV) in the draft scheme of amalgamation of Nedungadi Bank Ltd. with Punjab National Bank which prescribes that the entire amount of the paid up capital and reserves of the Nedungadi Bank Ltd. would be treated as provision for bad and doubtful debts and depreciation and other assets of theIn view of the press reports regarding the movement of share prices of Nedungadi Bank Ltd., the Reserve Bank of India has invited public attention to a clause (clause 7(1) of Chapter IV) in the draft scheme of amalgamation of Nedungadi Bank Ltd. with Punjab National Bank which prescribes that the entire amount of the paid up capital and reserves of the Nedungadi Bank Ltd. would be treated as provision for bad and doubtful debts and depreciation and other assets of the
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నవం 15, 2002RBI releases Report on Trend and Progress of Banking in India - 2001-02The Reserve Bank of India today released its Report on Trend and Progress of Banking in India 2001-02. The Report gives a detailed account of the performance of commercial banks, co-operative banks, financial institutions and non-banking financial companies (NBFCs). The Report also gives information on developments in the policy environment and in the regulatory and supervisory framework applicable to these financial entities. The Report is divided into five chaptersThe Reserve Bank of India today released its Report on Trend and Progress of Banking in India 2001-02. The Report gives a detailed account of the performance of commercial banks, co-operative banks, financial institutions and non-banking financial companies (NBFCs). The Report also gives information on developments in the policy environment and in the regulatory and supervisory framework applicable to these financial entities. The Report is divided into five chapters
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అక్టో 07, 2002Aggregate Deposits and Gross Bank Credit of All Scheduled Commercial Banks Quarterly Handout: As on the last Friday of June 2002'Banking Statistics: Quarterly Handout – June 2002' provides data on aggregate deposits and gross bank credit of scheduled commercial banks as on the last Friday of June 2002.The data have been classified according to top hundred centres, states, districts, population groups and bank groups. The primary data have been collected from all scheduled commercial banks through the BSR-7 returns. The top hundred centres arranged according to the size of deposits accounted fo'Banking Statistics: Quarterly Handout – June 2002' provides data on aggregate deposits and gross bank credit of scheduled commercial banks as on the last Friday of June 2002.The data have been classified according to top hundred centres, states, districts, population groups and bank groups. The primary data have been collected from all scheduled commercial banks through the BSR-7 returns. The top hundred centres arranged according to the size of deposits accounted fo
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సెప్టెం 06, 2002Pay Income-tax dues in advance at any designated bank branch : RBIThe Reserve Bank of India has advised income-tax assessees in the cities of Mumbai and Navi Mumbai to take advantage of paying their income tax dues at any of the designated bank branches. The income-tax department has authorised approximately 820 computerised branches of public sector banks in Mumbai and Navi Mumbai to accept payment of income-tax dues. The Reserve Bank has also advised income-tax assessees to avoid last minute rush at the Reserve Bank's/designated bThe Reserve Bank of India has advised income-tax assessees in the cities of Mumbai and Navi Mumbai to take advantage of paying their income tax dues at any of the designated bank branches. The income-tax department has authorised approximately 820 computerised branches of public sector banks in Mumbai and Navi Mumbai to accept payment of income-tax dues. The Reserve Bank has also advised income-tax assessees to avoid last minute rush at the Reserve Bank's/designated b
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ఆగ 19, 2002No Immediate Bank Rate Cut : RBIReacting to a report in a section of the press today, quoting unnamed official sources, the official spokesperson of the Reserve Bank of India said that at present there is no immediate proposal under consideration to cut Bank Rate by 0.5 per cent. Alpana Killawala General ManagerPress Release: 2002-2003/180Reacting to a report in a section of the press today, quoting unnamed official sources, the official spokesperson of the Reserve Bank of India said that at present there is no immediate proposal under consideration to cut Bank Rate by 0.5 per cent. Alpana Killawala General ManagerPress Release: 2002-2003/180
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జులై 03, 2002Aggregate Deposits and Gross Bank Credit of All Scheduled Commercial Banks Quarterly Handout: As on March 31, 2002"Banking Statistics: Quarterly Handout – March 2002" provides data on aggregate deposits and gross bank credit of scheduled commercial banks as on March 31, 2002.The data have been classified according to top one hundred centres, states, districts, population groups and bank groups. The primary data have been collected from all scheduled commercial banks through the BSR-7 returns. The gross bank credit data includes aggregate net advances of ICICI Limited, ICICI Perso"Banking Statistics: Quarterly Handout – March 2002" provides data on aggregate deposits and gross bank credit of scheduled commercial banks as on March 31, 2002.The data have been classified according to top one hundred centres, states, districts, population groups and bank groups. The primary data have been collected from all scheduled commercial banks through the BSR-7 returns. The gross bank credit data includes aggregate net advances of ICICI Limited, ICICI Perso
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జూన్ 20, 2002Amalgamation of the Benares State Bank Ltd. with Bank of BarodaOn the application of the Reserve Bank of India under Sub-Section (1) of Section 45 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949, the Central Government had made an Order of Moratorium in respect of the Benares State Bank Ltd. under Sub-Section (2) of the said Section with effect from the close of business on January 22, 2002 to July 21, 2002 (inclusive). During the period of moratorium, Reserve Bank of India had prepared a Draft Scheme of Amalgamation of the Benares State BanOn the application of the Reserve Bank of India under Sub-Section (1) of Section 45 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949, the Central Government had made an Order of Moratorium in respect of the Benares State Bank Ltd. under Sub-Section (2) of the said Section with effect from the close of business on January 22, 2002 to July 21, 2002 (inclusive). During the period of moratorium, Reserve Bank of India had prepared a Draft Scheme of Amalgamation of the Benares State Ban
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జూన్ 07, 2002Indian Promoters' can hold 49 per cent in Private BanksIn order to provide a level playing field, it has been decided to raise the maximum limit of shareholding of Indian promoters in private sector banks from 40 per cent to 49 per cent of their paid up capital. In terms of the revised guidelines for entry of new private sector banks issued on January 3, 2001 promoters’ contribution for setting up a new bank was restricted to 40 per cent of the paid up capital of the bank at any point of time. In case the initial contribuIn order to provide a level playing field, it has been decided to raise the maximum limit of shareholding of Indian promoters in private sector banks from 40 per cent to 49 per cent of their paid up capital. In terms of the revised guidelines for entry of new private sector banks issued on January 3, 2001 promoters’ contribution for setting up a new bank was restricted to 40 per cent of the paid up capital of the bank at any point of time. In case the initial contribu
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మే 20, 2002All RBI regulated Entities to hold G-Secs in Demat FormThe Reserve Bank of India, has been, over a period of time, encouraging holding of government securities in dematerialised form. At present 99% of the trading in government securities takes place through SGL accounts with RBI for which the Delivery versus Payment (DVP) system ensures simultaneous transfer of securities against funds. In the light of recent fraudulent transactions in the guise of Government securities transactions in physical format by a few co-operatiThe Reserve Bank of India, has been, over a period of time, encouraging holding of government securities in dematerialised form. At present 99% of the trading in government securities takes place through SGL accounts with RBI for which the Delivery versus Payment (DVP) system ensures simultaneous transfer of securities against funds. In the light of recent fraudulent transactions in the guise of Government securities transactions in physical format by a few co-operati
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మే 18, 2002RBI advances the date for reduction in the CRR:Reduction to be effective from next reporting fortnightbeginning June 1, 2002
On a review of the present liquidity situation, the Reserve Bank of India has today announced advancement of the date for reduction in cash reserve ratio (CRR). Banks will have to maintain CRR at 5 per cent as against the present level of 5.5 per cent effective next reporting fortnight beginning June 1, 2002. It may be recalled that in the Monetary and Credit Policy for the year 2002-2003, it was proposed to reduce cash reserve ratio (CRR) by 50 basis points effective
On a review of the present liquidity situation, the Reserve Bank of India has today announced advancement of the date for reduction in cash reserve ratio (CRR). Banks will have to maintain CRR at 5 per cent as against the present level of 5.5 per cent effective next reporting fortnight beginning June 1, 2002. It may be recalled that in the Monetary and Credit Policy for the year 2002-2003, it was proposed to reduce cash reserve ratio (CRR) by 50 basis points effective
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ఏప్రి 26, 2002Merger of ICICI Ltd. with ICICI Bank Ltd.An application for merger of ICICI Ltd. with ICICI Bank Ltd. was submitted to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on October 25, 2001 for regulatory approvals. The Reserve Bank examined the request keeping in view the statutory, regulatory and other prudential requirements and the need for compliance by ICICI Bank Ltd. with the various provisions of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949.It will be recalled that the Scheme of Merger has already received the sanction of High CouAn application for merger of ICICI Ltd. with ICICI Bank Ltd. was submitted to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on October 25, 2001 for regulatory approvals. The Reserve Bank examined the request keeping in view the statutory, regulatory and other prudential requirements and the need for compliance by ICICI Bank Ltd. with the various provisions of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949.It will be recalled that the Scheme of Merger has already received the sanction of High Cou
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ఏప్రి 02, 2002Aggregate Deposits and Gross Bank Credit of All Scheduled Commercial Banks Quarterly Handout: As on Last Friday of December 2001'Banking Statistics: Quarterly Handout – December 2001' provides data on aggregate deposits and gross bank credit of scheduled commercial banks as on last Friday of December 2001. The data have been classified according to top hundred centers, states, districts, population groups and bank groups. The primary data have been collected from the scheduled commercial banks through the BSR-7 return. The top hundred centres arranged according to size of deposits accounted fo'Banking Statistics: Quarterly Handout – December 2001' provides data on aggregate deposits and gross bank credit of scheduled commercial banks as on last Friday of December 2001. The data have been classified according to top hundred centers, states, districts, population groups and bank groups. The primary data have been collected from the scheduled commercial banks through the BSR-7 return. The top hundred centres arranged according to size of deposits accounted fo
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మార్చి 28, 2002RBI Counters in Mumbai and Navi Mumbai to remain open on March 30 and March 31, 2002 for Tax CollectionThe Reserve Bank of India counters in Mumbai and Navi Mumbai will be kept open for payment of taxes on Saturday, March 30, 2002 and Sunday, March 31, 2002 as per the normal banking hours available on any other weekday - that is, from 10.30 am to 2.30 pm for cash transactions and upto 4.15 pm for non-cash transactions. Tax payers are advised to take advantage of the arrangements made for their convenience. Alpana Killawala General ManagerPress Release No.2001-2002/1085The Reserve Bank of India counters in Mumbai and Navi Mumbai will be kept open for payment of taxes on Saturday, March 30, 2002 and Sunday, March 31, 2002 as per the normal banking hours available on any other weekday - that is, from 10.30 am to 2.30 pm for cash transactions and upto 4.15 pm for non-cash transactions. Tax payers are advised to take advantage of the arrangements made for their convenience. Alpana Killawala General ManagerPress Release No.2001-2002/1085
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మార్చి 27, 2002RBI Counters to remain open on March 30 and March 31, 2002 for Tax CollectionKeeping in view the holidays coinciding with the closure of Government accounts for the current financial year (2001-2002) arrangements have been made to receive Government taxes at Reserve Bank of India, Mumbai.Accordingly, the Reserve Bank counters will be kept open for payment of taxes on Saturday, March 30, 2002 and Sunday, March 31, 2002 as per the normal banking hours available on any other weekday - that is, from 10.30 am to 2.30 pm for cash transactions and upKeeping in view the holidays coinciding with the closure of Government accounts for the current financial year (2001-2002) arrangements have been made to receive Government taxes at Reserve Bank of India, Mumbai.Accordingly, the Reserve Bank counters will be kept open for payment of taxes on Saturday, March 30, 2002 and Sunday, March 31, 2002 as per the normal banking hours available on any other weekday - that is, from 10.30 am to 2.30 pm for cash transactions and up
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ఫిబ్ర 06, 2002RBI Working Group Report on Consolidated Accounting released on Site for CommentsThe Reserve Bank of India has today placed on its website the report of the Working Group on Consolidated Accounting and Other Quantitative Methods to facilitate Consolidated Supervision. The Working Group was headed by Shri Vipin Malik, Director, Bharatiya Note Mudran Limited, Former Director, Central Board of RBI and a Chartered Accountant. It has requested interested parties to offer their suggestions to the Chief General Manager-in-Charge, Department of Banking OpThe Reserve Bank of India has today placed on its website the report of the Working Group on Consolidated Accounting and Other Quantitative Methods to facilitate Consolidated Supervision. The Working Group was headed by Shri Vipin Malik, Director, Bharatiya Note Mudran Limited, Former Director, Central Board of RBI and a Chartered Accountant. It has requested interested parties to offer their suggestions to the Chief General Manager-in-Charge, Department of Banking Op
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జన 24, 2002Benares State Bank Ltd. under moratoriumOn the recommendations of the Reserve Bank of India, Government of India has passed on January 22, 2002, an order of moratorium of the Benares State Bank Ltd. under Section 45(2) of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949, which will remain in force up to and inclusive of April 21, 2002. During the period of moratorium, the bank is permitted to make only those payments as have been specified in the order of moratorium. The order of moratorium has been passed by the GovernmenOn the recommendations of the Reserve Bank of India, Government of India has passed on January 22, 2002, an order of moratorium of the Benares State Bank Ltd. under Section 45(2) of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949, which will remain in force up to and inclusive of April 21, 2002. During the period of moratorium, the bank is permitted to make only those payments as have been specified in the order of moratorium. The order of moratorium has been passed by the Governmen
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జన 23, 2002Aggregate Deposits and Gross Bank Credit of All Scheduled Commercial Banks Quarterly Handout: As on last Friday of September 2001'Banking Statistics: Quarterly Handout – September 2001' provides data on Aggregate Deposits and Gross Bank Credit of Scheduled Commercial Banks as on last Friday of September 2001.The data have been classified according to top hundred centres, states, districts, population groups and bank groups. The primary data have been collected from all scheduled commercial banks through the BSR-7 return.The top hundred centres arranged according to the size of deposits accounte'Banking Statistics: Quarterly Handout – September 2001' provides data on Aggregate Deposits and Gross Bank Credit of Scheduled Commercial Banks as on last Friday of September 2001.The data have been classified according to top hundred centres, states, districts, population groups and bank groups. The primary data have been collected from all scheduled commercial banks through the BSR-7 return.The top hundred centres arranged according to the size of deposits accounte
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డిసెం 24, 2001Working Group to review the existing norms for the empanelment of statutory auditors, for public sector banksKeeping in view the changes in financial sector in general and banking in particular, the Reserve Bank of India has decided to revise the existing norms for empanelment of statutory auditors, appointment of statutory central auditors for public sector banks as well as other related matters thereto. For this purpose, a Working Group has been constituted with the following:1.Shri C.R. Muralidharan, Chief General Manager, Department of Banking & Operations, Central OKeeping in view the changes in financial sector in general and banking in particular, the Reserve Bank of India has decided to revise the existing norms for empanelment of statutory auditors, appointment of statutory central auditors for public sector banks as well as other related matters thereto. For this purpose, a Working Group has been constituted with the following:1.Shri C.R. Muralidharan, Chief General Manager, Department of Banking & Operations, Central O
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డిసెం 19, 2001Working Group to examine the role of Credit Information Bureau in collection and dissemination of information on suit-filed account and defaulters listThe Reserve Bank of India has constituted a Working Group to operationalise the process of collection and dissemination of data on credit information by the Credit Information Bureau (CIB). Shri S. R. Iyer, Chairman of the Credit Information Bureau (India) Ltd. will head the Working Group. Other members of the Working Group include : Smt. Usha Thorat, Chief General Manager-in-Charge, Internal Debt Management Cell, Reserve Bank of IndiaShri K. C. Bandyopadhyay, Chief GThe Reserve Bank of India has constituted a Working Group to operationalise the process of collection and dissemination of data on credit information by the Credit Information Bureau (CIB). Shri S. R. Iyer, Chairman of the Credit Information Bureau (India) Ltd. will head the Working Group. Other members of the Working Group include : Smt. Usha Thorat, Chief General Manager-in-Charge, Internal Debt Management Cell, Reserve Bank of IndiaShri K. C. Bandyopadhyay, Chief G
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డిసెం 10, 2001Pay Income-tax dues in advance at any designated bank branch : RBIThe Reserve Bank of India has advised income-tax assessees in the cities of Mumbai and Navi Mumbai to take advantage of paying their income tax dues at any of the designated bank branches. The income-tax department has authorised approximately 810 computerised branches of public sector banks in Mumbai and Navi Mumbai to accept payment of income-tax dues. The Reserve Bank has also advised income-tax assessees to avoid last minute rush at the Reserve Bank's/designated bThe Reserve Bank of India has advised income-tax assessees in the cities of Mumbai and Navi Mumbai to take advantage of paying their income tax dues at any of the designated bank branches. The income-tax department has authorised approximately 810 computerised branches of public sector banks in Mumbai and Navi Mumbai to accept payment of income-tax dues. The Reserve Bank has also advised income-tax assessees to avoid last minute rush at the Reserve Bank's/designated b
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నవం 15, 2001RBI releases Report on Trend and Progress of Banking in India - 2000-01The Reserve Bank of India has released its Report on Trend and Progress of Banking in India 2000-01. The Report gives a detailed account of the performance of commercial banks, co-operative banks, financial institutions and non-banking financial companies (NBFCs). The Report also gives the developments in policy environment and regulatory and supervisory framework applicable to these financial entities. The Report is divided into five Chapters and contains detailed stThe Reserve Bank of India has released its Report on Trend and Progress of Banking in India 2000-01. The Report gives a detailed account of the performance of commercial banks, co-operative banks, financial institutions and non-banking financial companies (NBFCs). The Report also gives the developments in policy environment and regulatory and supervisory framework applicable to these financial entities. The Report is divided into five Chapters and contains detailed st
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అక్టో 12, 2001RBI clarification on Benares State Bank LimitedIt may be recalled that the Reserve Bank had issued a directive under Section 35A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949, restraining the Benares State Bank Limited, among other things, from making payments to depositors exceeding Rs.1000 as at the close of business on September 25, 2001. The directive also stipulated that the bank was permitted to pay salaries to its employees. It can also incur other necessary expenditure for a sum not exceeding Rs. 2500 for carrying oIt may be recalled that the Reserve Bank had issued a directive under Section 35A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949, restraining the Benares State Bank Limited, among other things, from making payments to depositors exceeding Rs.1000 as at the close of business on September 25, 2001. The directive also stipulated that the bank was permitted to pay salaries to its employees. It can also incur other necessary expenditure for a sum not exceeding Rs. 2500 for carrying o
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అక్టో 08, 2001Aggregate Deposits and Gross Bank Credit of All Scheduled Commercial Banks Quarterly Handout: As on last Friday of June 2001'Banking Statistics: Quarterly Handout – June 2001' provides data on Aggregate Deposits and Gross Bank Credit of Scheduled Commercial Banks as on last Friday of June 2001.The data have been classified according to top hundred centres, states,districts, population groups and bank groups. The primary data have been collected from all scheduled commercial banks through the BSR-7 return. The top hundred centres arranged according to the size of deposits accounted for 58.9'Banking Statistics: Quarterly Handout – June 2001' provides data on Aggregate Deposits and Gross Bank Credit of Scheduled Commercial Banks as on last Friday of June 2001.The data have been classified according to top hundred centres, states,districts, population groups and bank groups. The primary data have been collected from all scheduled commercial banks through the BSR-7 return. The top hundred centres arranged according to the size of deposits accounted for 58.9
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