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In this issue

In this issue we have covered articles on - Diminishing Promoter Ownership of Companies - No 'Skin in the Game'? - Dr. Suja Sekhar C; Future Indian Banking Scenario with the use of AI - Vaibhav Sharma; The Silent Force behind India's Banking Revolution: Enterprise Architecture - Sumit Roy; The mind over money: How psychology shapes your financial fate - Soumya Ranjan Sahoo & Sunil Kumar Gaud; Paper Companies, Real Risks - Piyush Kumar Jha; IPO Compliance in India: Regulatory Framework, Process and Key Requirements - Samir Agarwal.
We have covered news on Banking, RBI, Industry, Mutual Fund and Co-Operative Bank News. Besides it covers other interesting features.

Union Bank approves Rs.20,000 crore bond issuance

Union Bank of India has approved plans to raise up to Rs. 20,000 crore through long-term bonds to fund infrastructure and affordable housing projects.

1 mins

SBI partners Mitsubishi group for cross-border financing

State Bank of India has entered into a strategic partnership with Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group to finance projects, including mergers and acquisitions and real estate deals.

1 mins

Vinay Tonse named CEO-designate of Yes Bank

Yes Bank has appointed Vinay Tonse as Managing Director and CEO-designate, succeeding Prashant Kumar whose term ends in April.

1 mins

RBI links bank dividend payouts to capital strength

Reserve Bank of India has revised its dividend guidelines, allowing banks to declare payouts based on their capital adequacy, with a cap of 75 per cent of profit after tax (PAT) for the financial year.

1 mins

Women representation remains low on bank and insurer boards

Women continue to remain underrepresented in leadership roles across India's banking and insurance sectors, according to recent data analysis.

1 mins

SBI launches $500 million social loan for women empowerment

State Bank of India has introduced a $500 million syndicated social term loan facility aimed at promoting women empowerment, with a greenshoe option.

1 mins

Geopolitical tensions may impact India's growth outlook: SBI

State Bank of India has cautioned that the ongoing Israel-Iran conflict could have short-term implications for India's economy, particularly through remittances and crude oil imports.

1 mins

J&K Bank partners NBFCs to expand retail lending footprint

Jammu and Kashmir Bank has entered into co-lending partnerships with Home First Finance Company India Limited and IIFL Finance to strengthen its retail lending business.

1 mins

RBI proposes 5-day compensation for small digital fraud cases

Reserve Bank of India has proposed a framework to compensate customers for small-value digital frauds within five days of complaint submission.

1 mins

HDFC Bank Chairman Atanu Chakraborty resigns over ethical concerns

HDFC Bank Chairman Atanu Chakraborty has stepped down from his position, citing ethical concerns related to certain practices within the institution.

1 mins

IDFC First Bank Fraud Allegation Seen as Operational Risk Event

Allegations of fraud involving IDFC First Bank have drawn market attention, though brokerage assessments suggest the financial and operational impact may remain contained.

1 mins

PSBs earn Rs. 28,600 crore from third-party product sales

Public sector banks have earned over Rs. 28,600 crore in the last five years through the sale of third-party financial products such as insurance, mutual funds and credit cards, according to Finance Ministry data.

1 mins

Banks collect Rs. 19,000 crore in minimum balance penalties

Banks have collected around Rs. 19,000 crore from customers for not maintaining minimum balances in savings accounts over the three financial years from 2022-23 to 2024-25, according to government data.

1 mins

RBI Infuses Rs. 25,101 Crore via VRR Auction to Ease Liquidity

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has injected Rs. 25,101 crore into the banking system through a Variable Rate Repo (VRR) auction, aiming to address short-term liquidity pressures and maintain stability in money markets.

1 mins

RBI explores avenues for Russian partners to utilise INR balances

Reserve Bank of India is working on mechanisms to enable Russian trade partners to utilise accumulated Indian rupee balances through imports and investments in India.

1 mins

RBI penalises Cashfree for escrow account violations

Reserve Bank of India has imposed a penalty of Rs. 3.1 lakh on Cashfree Payments India Private Limited for noncompliance with regulatory norms.

1 mins

RBI reassures on HDFC Bank governance after chairman exit

Reserve Bank of India has clarified that there are no material governance concerns at HDFC Bank following the resignation of part-time chairman Atanu Chakraborty.

1 mins

RBI's currency defence could leave banks paying the price

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) asked banks to cap their net open rupee positions in the onshore deliverable market to $100 million at the end of each business day effective April 10.

1 mins

RBI Board Reviews Financial Market Impact Amid Geopolitical Developments

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) board has assessed the potential impact of ongoing geopolitical developments on financial markets, reflecting heightened vigilance as global uncertainties continue to influence economic conditions.

1 mins

Women remain under-represented in corporate leadership roles

Women held only 12.4 per cent of key managerial positions in Indian companies in FY25, according to a report by the CFA Institute.

1 mins

Over 6,700 startups shut as ecosystem sees churn

India has seen 6,789 recognised startups classified as \"closed\", according to data shared in Parliament by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade.

1 mins

India Post launches 24/48-hour delivery services

India Post has entered the high-speed logistics segment with the launch of \"24 Speed Post\" and \"48 Speed Post,\" offering time-bound deliveries across major metro cities.

1 mins

UP highway project worth Rs. 6,969 crore gets Cabinet nod

The Union Cabinet has approved a Rs. 6,969 crore four-lane highway project connecting Barabanki and Bahraich in Uttar Pradesh to improve regional connectivity and logistics efficiency.

1 mins

Cabinet clears Rs. 2,585 crore small hydro power scheme

The Union Cabinet has approved a Rs. 2,585 crore scheme to develop 1,500 MW of small hydro power capacity across the country.

1 mins

Direct tax collections rise to Rs. 22.8 lakh crore

India's net direct tax collections grew 7.1 per cent to around Rs. 22.8 lakh crore by March 17 of the current financial year, driven by strong corporate tax growth and moderated refund outflows.

1 mins

Govt targets 39 lakh rooftop solar installations in FY27

The government plans to install 39 lakh rooftop solar systems with a capacity of 11,700 MW in FY27 under the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana.

1 mins

Smartphones emerge as India's top export category

India's smartphone exports touched $30 billion in 2025, making them the country's leading export category, according to Electronics and IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw.

1 mins

SEBI warns against misuse of AI in financial markets

Securities and Exchange Board of India has cautioned market participants against misleading claims about artificial intelligence, highlighting risks of \"AI washing\" and misinformation.

1 mins

SEBI's overlap rule may trigger Rs. 76,000-cr MF portfolio rejig

Mutual fund houses may need to reshuffle portfolios worth about Rs. 76,000 crore as they move to comply with the Securities and Exchange Board of India's new rules aimed at curbing excessive overlap between schemes.

1 mins

Bombay High Court Lifts Stay on RBI Fraud Circular

The Bombay High Court has lifted the stay on the Reserve Bank of India circular governing fraud classification, allowing banks to resume action against industrialist Anil Ambani and associated entities.

1 mins

Cannot deny pension to those who resign: Calcutta HC

In the case of a trust-based pension scheme which provides a pension on completion of specific years of service, resignation cannot defeat eligibility, the Calcutta High Court held while dismissing the argument of a private company which denied pensions to employees just because they \"resigned\" and did not \"retire\".

1 mins

SC: Compensation not a substitute for punishment

Sending a clear message to high courts and trial courts that a person convicted of a crime could not be let off with lenient punishment on agreeing to financially compensate the victim, Supreme Court said that such compensation could not be considered equivalent to or a substitute for punishment.

1 mins

Jio Payments Bank introduces UPI-based cash withdrawal services

Jio Payments Bank Limited (JPBL), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Jio Financial Services Limited has introduced UPI-based cash withdrawal through its Business Correspondent (BC) touchpoints, marking an important step towards strengthening India's digital payments ecosystem and advancing financial inclusion in the country.

1 mins

NPST Bags UPI Switching Mandate from Large Cooperative Bank Under Bank- in-a-Box Platform

Network People Services Technologies Limited (NPST), India's leading digital banking and payments technology company, today announced that it has secured a strategic mandate from a large cooperative bank to deploy its flagship UPI Switch infrastructure.

1 mins

AU Small Finance Bank's 'M' strengthens women's journey towards structured financial planning

AU Small Finance Bank (AU SFB), India’s largest Small Finance Bank and the first in over a decade to receive in-principle approval to transition into a Universal Bank, announced a significant milestone on the occasion of International Women’s Day.

1 mins

Bank of Baroda Becomes the First Bank to Launch Credit Line on UPI - OD Facility for Women SHG Members

Bank of Baroda, India's International Bank, announced the launch of Overdraft (OD) Facility on Credit Line on UPI for verified women Self-Help Group (SHG) members holding Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY) accounts, becoming the first bank in the country to operationalise this digital credit innovation.

1 mins

Diminishing Promoter Ownership of Companies- No 'Skin in the Game'?

Companies raise capital through Offer For Sale (OFS) component, allowing existing investors to sell their shares or exit the company.

7 mins

Future Indian Banking Scenario with the use of AI

AI is revolutionizing multiple facets of PSU banking operations, from front-end customer interactions to back-end risk management. Below is a detailed examination of the primary applications, supported by real-world examples.

7 mins

The Silent Force behind India's Banking Revolution: Enterprise Architecture

The digital DNA of every customer interaction.

5 mins

The mind over money: How psychology shapes your financial fate

According to prospect theory, people experience the pain of losses about twice as intensely as the pleasure of equivalent gains.

8 mins

Paper Companies, Real Risks

Some shell companies are created for illegal activities, like turning black money into white or money laundering.

3 mins

IPO Compliance in India: Regulatory Framework, Process and Key Requirements

A crucial step in the IPO process is the preparation and submission of a Draft Red Herring Prospectus (DRHP).

4 mins

The Strategic Impact of AI on Bank CRM: Applications, Benefits and Future Governance

The modern banking sector is undergoing a profound digital transformation fueled by the massive inflow of customer data and escalating demands for personalized service.

10+ mins

Oil Price Shock and Its Ripple Effect on Inflation, Banking and Capital Markets

Global oil prices have once again emerged as a critical macroeconomic variable influencing the stability of economies worldwide.

4 mins

Risk-Based Decision Making: Moving Beyond Traditional Compliance Frameworks

In today's dynamic financial environment, risk is no longer a back-office concern confined to compliance teams.

3 mins

Integrated Risk Management in BFSI: Moving Beyond Compliance

The Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance (BFSI) sector operates in an environment defined by complexity, interconnected risks, and rapid change.

3 mins

Market Volatility and SIP Investors: Behavioural Risk in Mutual Funds

Systematic Investment Plans (SIPs) have emerged as one of the most popular investment routes for retail investors in India.

3 mins

Financial Fraud Detection Failure- Where Controls Broke Down

Financial frauds in the Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance (BFSI) sector are rarely the result of a single failure.

4 mins

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BANKING FINANCE Magazine Description:

Publisher: Sashi-Publications-Private-Ltd

Category: Business

Language: English

Frequency: Monthly

BANKING FINANCE Magazine is a monthly magazine published by Sashi Publications Pvt Ltd. in Lucknow, India. It is one of the leading banking and finance magazines in the country. The magazine is known for its in-depth coverage of the Indian banking and finance industry, as well as its insights from leading experts in the field. It covers a wide range of topics related to banking and finance, including:

* Banking trends and developments: BANKING FINANCE Magazine covers the latest trends and developments in the Indian banking industry, such as new digital banking initiatives, regulatory changes, and mergers and acquisitions.

* Financial markets: BANKING FINANCE Magazine also covers financial markets, including the stock market, bond market, and currency market. The magazine provides analysis of the latest market trends and investment opportunities.

* Corporate finance: BANKING FINANCE Magazine also covers corporate finance, including articles on capital markets, mergers and acquisitions, and corporate restructuring.

* Personal finance: BANKING FINANCE Magazine also features articles on personal finance, such as saving, investing, and retirement planning.

* Risk management: BANKING FINANCE Magazine also covers risk management, including articles on credit risk, market risk, and operational risk.

BANKING FINANCE Magazine is a valuable resource for anyone who is interested in the Indian banking and finance industry. It is a must-read for anyone who is looking to stay informed about the latest trends and developments in the industry, or who is looking for insights from leading experts in the field.