Harnessing Technology for Inclusive Growth: G20’s Commitment and India’s Leadership   Introduction: India’s proactive stance at the G20 forum has solidified its position as a global leader. The G20 Leaders’ Declaration, which showcased historic consensus on developmental and geopolitical issues, highlights the pivotal role of technology in fostering inclusive, secure, and ethical practices. This article explores India’s leadership in harnessing technology, digital infrastructure, and innovation for inclusive growth, as well as the commitments made by […]

Enhancing Securities Market Disclosures Through Standardization   Introduction: Standardization plays a pivotal role in securities market disclosures, ensuring clarity, comparability, and reliable information for shareholders. Recognizing this need, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has proposed the formation of an industry standards forum to address specific compliance requirements. This article delves into the importance of standardization and highlights the areas of focus for the forum’s initial stage.   The Need for Clarity and […]

Following a recent change in the Reserve Bank of India (RBI)’s regulations, venture capital and private equity funds have halted new and follow-up investments, resulting in a backlog of deals, said fund managers and founders. The industry has approached the banking regulator, seeking clarification, they added.   Recent RBI Rule Change Hinders Investments, Creating Backlog of Deals for AIFs   Industry Seeks Clarification on Regulatory Change   Introduction: According to industry experts, a recent regulatory […]

RBI Revises Investment Categorization Guidelines to Align with Global Standards   Changes to Holding Period and Investment Categories for Banks   RBI Removes 90-Day Ceiling on HFT Category The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has revised its guidelines for banks to establish consistency with global standards in categorizing investments. Building on a discussion paper released in January 2022, RBI announced on Tuesday the elimination of the 90-day holding period limit for securities classified under the […]

Small Borrowers Show Reluctance to Maximize Credit Limits as Interest Rates Rise Utilization of Sanctioned Loans Declines Among Small Borrowers Small borrower, particularly those with loans of up to ₹2 lakh, have shown a cautious approach towards using their approved credit limits since December, following a rise in interest rates. Recent data released by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) reveals a decline in credit use, with figures dropping from 67.3% in December to 66.9% […]