Wednesday, September 30, 2020

Punjab National Bank reports Rs 1203.26 crore fraud by Sintex Industries Ltd.

"A fraud of Rs. 1203.26 crore is being reported by bank to RBI in the accounts of the Company (SIL)", the bank confirmed the statement.

source https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/banking/finance/banking/punjab-national-bank-reports-rs-1203-26-crore-fraud-by-sintex-industries-ltd-/articleshow/78412449.cms

Warburg Pincus to acquire 30% stake in Home First Finance

In this secondary round, existing investors True North Capital, and Bessemer Ventures will sell part of their stake to Warburg. Home-grown private equity firm True North Capital, along with co-investor GIC owns about 74% of HFFC. Another 16% stake is held by VC fund Bessemer Ventures, and the rest is with the management.

source https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/banking/finance/warburg-pincus-to-acquire-30-stake-in-home-first-finance/articleshow/78412406.cms

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Within industry, credit to 'food processing', 'petroleum, coal products and nuclear fuels', 'leather and leather products', 'wood and wood products' and 'paper and paper products' segments registered accelerated growth in August 2020 as compared to the growth in the corresponding month of the previous year.

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"A fraud of Rs. 1203.26 crore is being reported by bank to RBI in the accounts of the Company (SIL)", the bank confirmed the statement.

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In this secondary round, existing investors True North Capital, and Bessemer Ventures will sell part of their stake to Warburg. Home-grown private equity firm True North Capital, along with co-investor GIC owns about 74% of HFFC. Another 16% stake is held by VC fund Bessemer Ventures, and the rest is with the management.

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RBI excludes 6 public sector banks from Second Schedule of RBI Act

The six banks are Syndicate Bank, Oriental Bank of Commerce (OBC), United Bank of India, Andhra Bank, Corporation Bank, and Allahabad Bank.

source https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/banking/finance/banking/rbi-excludes-6-public-sector-banks-from-second-schedule-of-rbi-act/articleshow/78411112.cms

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The six banks are Syndicate Bank, Oriental Bank of Commerce (OBC), United Bank of India, Andhra Bank, Corporation Bank, and Allahabad Bank.

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Bank holidays will include Gandhi Jayanti, Eid-e-Milad, Mahashaptami and a few more.

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List of bank holidays in October 2020

Bank holidays will include Gandhi Jayanti, Eid-e-Milad, Mahashaptami and a few more.

source https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/banking/finance/banking/list-of-bank-holidays-in-october-2020/articleshow/78403750.cms

Need to move past Covid and uplift economic sentiment says HDFC Bank chief Aditya Puri

“Very important to change sentiment right now, we have to move on in life with the requisite social distancing norms, we are optimistic about the future, HDFC Bank is back to pre-Covid levels there is no strain on our balance sheet,” said Aditya Puri.

source https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/banking/finance/banking/need-to-move-past-covid-and-uplift-economic-sentiment-says-hdfc-bank-chief-aditya-puri/articleshow/78403149.cms

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“Very important to change sentiment right now, we have to move on in life with the requisite social distancing norms, we are optimistic about the future, HDFC Bank is back to pre-Covid levels there is no strain on our balance sheet,” said Aditya Puri.

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Monetary policy delay adds to Indian bankers’ long list of problems

The Reserve Bank of India’s decision to reschedule this week’s interest-rate meeting makes it difficult for lenders to price loans and deposits because they usually track the monetary policy’s outlook for liquidity and interest rates.

source https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/banking/finance/banking/monetary-policy-delay-adds-to-indian-bankers-long-list-of-problems/articleshow/78400407.cms

Tuesday, September 29, 2020

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The Reserve Bank of India’s decision to reschedule this week’s interest-rate meeting makes it difficult for lenders to price loans and deposits because they usually track the monetary policy’s outlook for liquidity and interest rates.

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In a regulatory filing, Dhanlaxmi Bank said the banking sector regulator through a letter dated September 28, 2020, has appointed D K Kashyap, General Manager, Reserve Bank of India, Bengaluru Regional Office as Additional Director on the board of the bank.

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RBI appoints D K Kashyap as director on board of Dhanlaxmi Bank

In a regulatory filing, Dhanlaxmi Bank said the banking sector regulator through a letter dated September 28, 2020, has appointed D K Kashyap, General Manager, Reserve Bank of India, Bengaluru Regional Office as Additional Director on the board of the bank.

source https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/banking/finance/banking/rbi-appoints-d-k-kashyap-as-director-on-board-of-dhanlaxmi-bank/articleshow/78389299.cms

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In a regulatory filing, Dhanlaxmi Bank said the banking sector regulator through a letter dated September 28, 2020, has appointed D K Kashyap, General Manager, Reserve Bank of India, Bengaluru Regional Office as Additional Director on the board of the bank.

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Borrowers seeking loan moratoriums rose after June; will be judicious on loan recasts: Axis Bank

"The 9.7 (per cent) was the number as of June 30. Obviously over a period of time some more customers do ask for moratorium, so I can definitely say that the number has gone up a little bit rather than coming down, which has happened for everyone," Chaudhry told in an interview

source https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/banking/finance/banking/borrowers-seeking-loan-moratoriums-rose-after-june-will-be-judicious-on-loan-recasts-axis-bank/articleshow/78385510.cms

Some developments in Dhanlaxmi Bank warrant immediate corrective steps: AIBOC to RBI

In a letter written to RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das, All India Bank Officers' Confederation (AIBOC) said it is a well-known fact in the banking industry that misplaced priorities and supervisory laxities had wreaked havoc on Dhanlaxmi Bank a decade ago.

source https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/banking/finance/banking/some-developments-in-dhanlaxmi-bank-warrant-immediate-corrective-steps-aiboc-to-rbi/articleshow/78385270.cms

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"The 9.7 (per cent) was the number as of June 30. Obviously over a period of time some more customers do ask for moratorium, so I can definitely say that the number has gone up a little bit rather than coming down, which has happened for everyone," Chaudhry told in an interview

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In a letter written to RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das, All India Bank Officers' Confederation (AIBOC) said it is a well-known fact in the banking industry that misplaced priorities and supervisory laxities had wreaked havoc on Dhanlaxmi Bank a decade ago.

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It has appointed former Bajaj Capital chief executive Rahul Parikh as the bank's digital head as the bank broadens its digital presence to improve customer services. Earlier in the month, the bank hired ICICI Bank veteran Kumar Ashish as head for “emerging entrepreneurs business" vertical.

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Bandhan Bank strengthens leadership team, ropes in ex-Bajaj Capital CEO as digital head

It has appointed former Bajaj Capital chief executive Rahul Parikh as the bank's digital head as the bank broadens its digital presence to improve customer services. Earlier in the month, the bank hired ICICI Bank veteran Kumar Ashish as head for “emerging entrepreneurs business" vertical.

source https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/banking/finance/banking/bandhan-bank-strengthens-leadership-team-ropes-in-ex-bajaj-capital-ceo-as-digital-head/articleshow/78383808.cms

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​​This insurance compensates for direct financial loss (up to the sum insured) due to unauthorised digital financial transactions as a result of identity theft arising out of cyber-attacks, phishing/spoofing and SIM-jacking, a joint statement said.

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Flipkart, Bajaj Allianz launch cyber insurance to cover online financial frauds

​​This insurance compensates for direct financial loss (up to the sum insured) due to unauthorised digital financial transactions as a result of identity theft arising out of cyber-attacks, phishing/spoofing and SIM-jacking, a joint statement said.

source https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/banking/finance/insure/flipkart-bajaj-allianz-launch-cyber-insurance-to-cover-online-financial-frauds/articleshow/78382743.cms

Monday, September 28, 2020

BANKING

As the chief marketing & digital officer, Parikh will be responsible for the digital banking business and for building a strong digital backbone to support the bank's growth.

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Bandhan Bank announces Rahul Parikh as its digital head to spearhead digital banking business

As the chief marketing & digital officer, Parikh will be responsible for the digital banking business and for building a strong digital backbone to support the bank's growth.

source https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/banking/finance/banking/bandhan-bank-announces-rahul-parikh-as-its-digital-head-to-spearhead-digital-banking-business/articleshow/78378129.cms

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Shareholders of Lakshmi Vilas Bank, led by institutions, unexpectedly voted against the appointment of Sundar as chief executive as well as the reappointment of six other directors on Friday. Shareholders alleged that part of the accountability for the bank’s deteriorating performance over the past few years rested with them.

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RBI may pick Lakshmi Vilas Bank CEO from names given by bank

Shareholders of Lakshmi Vilas Bank, led by institutions, unexpectedly voted against the appointment of Sundar as chief executive as well as the reappointment of six other directors on Friday. Shareholders alleged that part of the accountability for the bank’s deteriorating performance over the past few years rested with them.

source https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/banking/finance/banking/rbi-may-pick-lakshmi-vilas-bank-ceo-from-names-given-by-bank/articleshow/78375694.cms

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As per the report, of the total consolidated debt owed to banks, RCFL accounted for Rs 11,620 crore, Reliance Home Finance Ltd (RHFL) Rs 7,430 crore and Reliance Capital (standalone) Rs 6,750 crore of debt. The consolidated debt includes term loans, cash credit and non-convertible debentures.

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Lenders give clean chit to Reliance Commercial Finance as GT audit finds no fraud

As per the report, of the total consolidated debt owed to banks, RCFL accounted for Rs 11,620 crore, Reliance Home Finance Ltd (RHFL) Rs 7,430 crore and Reliance Capital (standalone) Rs 6,750 crore of debt. The consolidated debt includes term loans, cash credit and non-convertible debentures.

source https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/banking/finance/lenders-give-clean-chit-to-reliance-commercial-finance-as-gt-audit-finds-no-fraud/articleshow/78370533.cms

RBI extends enhanced borrowing limit for banks under MSF till Mar 31

"With a view to providing comfort to banks on their liquidity requirements as also to enable to continue to meet LCR requirements, it has been decided to continue with the MSF relaxation for a further period of six months, i.e., up to March 31, 2021," RBI said in a statement.

source https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/banking/finance/banking/rbi-extends-enhanced-borrowing-limit-for-banks-under-msf-till-mar-31/articleshow/78368763.cms

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"With a view to providing comfort to banks on their liquidity requirements as also to enable to continue to meet LCR requirements, it has been decided to continue with the MSF relaxation for a further period of six months, i.e., up to March 31, 2021," RBI said in a statement.

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"As per the Transaction Auditor's report shared with the Administrator, the monetary impact of the above transactions covered under the Application amount to Rs 12,705.53 cr (which includes principal of Rs 10,979.50 cr and accrued interest of Rs 1,726.03 cr), being the amount outstanding in the books of the company as on November 30, 2019," DHFL said.

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DHFL case: Grant Thornton flags fraudulent transactions worth Rs 12,705 crore

"As per the Transaction Auditor's report shared with the Administrator, the monetary impact of the above transactions covered under the Application amount to Rs 12,705.53 cr (which includes principal of Rs 10,979.50 cr and accrued interest of Rs 1,726.03 cr), being the amount outstanding in the books of the company as on November 30, 2019," DHFL said.

source https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/banking/finance/dhfl-case-grant-thornton-flags-fraudulent-transactions-worth-rs-12705-crore/articleshow/78363722.cms

Sunday, September 27, 2020

BANKING

The development comes a few days after its shareholders rejected the appointment of seven directors, including the Managing Director, Chief Executive Officer and auditors at the annual general meeting.

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RBI approves 3-member committee of directors to manage Lakshmi Vilas Bank

The development comes a few days after its shareholders rejected the appointment of seven directors, including the Managing Director, Chief Executive Officer and auditors at the annual general meeting.

source https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/banking/finance/banking/rbi-approves-3-member-committee-of-directors-to-manage-lakshmi-vilas-bank/articleshow/78358812.cms

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The three Chinese banks to whom Anil Ambani owes more than $716 million (Rs 5,276 crore), as well as significant legal costs, have decided to pursue their rights against him on his worldwide assets, following the beleaguered Reliance Group chairman’s English high court cross-examination on Friday.

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Chinese banks to start enforcement action against Anil Ambani’s worldwide assets

The three Chinese banks to whom Anil Ambani owes more than $716 million (Rs 5,276 crore), as well as significant legal costs, have decided to pursue their rights against him on his worldwide assets, following the beleaguered Reliance Group chairman’s English high court cross-examination on Friday.

source https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/banking/finance/banking/chinese-banks-to-start-enforcement-action-against-anil-ambanis-worldwide-assets/articleshow/78357722.cms

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Reserve Bank ropes in Amitabh Bachchan for customer awareness campaign

The regulator has been running the campaign for more than a year not only in English and Hindi but in various regional languages for maximum reach. It keeps on repeating the message so that people don't forget their rights and responsibilities.

source https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/banking/finance/banking/reserve-bank-ropes-in-amitabh-bachchan-for-customer-awareness-campaign/articleshow/78347860.cms

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The regulator has been running the campaign for more than a year not only in English and Hindi but in various regional languages for maximum reach. It keeps on repeating the message so that people don't forget their rights and responsibilities.

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The merchant relationships accrue in fees as the services are charged, in interest income for the lending and also in low-cost current and saving account (Casa) deposits. Having a bigger number of merchants will help the bank's analytics engines gather more intelligence and deploy suitable solutions, the source said.

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HDFC Bank aims 10-fold growth in merchant segment in 3 years to 20 million

The merchant relationships accrue in fees as the services are charged, in interest income for the lending and also in low-cost current and saving account (Casa) deposits. Having a bigger number of merchants will help the bank's analytics engines gather more intelligence and deploy suitable solutions, the source said.

source https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/banking/finance/banking/hdfc-bank-aims-10-fold-growth-in-merchant-segment-in-3-years-to-20-million/articleshow/78347669.cms

Launch of more products, retail participation to scale up GIFT IFSC: Tapan Ray

At present, only derivative products are available for trading and retail investors are not allowed to participate. Recently, Sebi allowed investment advisory services in IFSC and permitted emerging investment vehicles REITs (real estate investment trusts) and InvITs (infrastructure investment trusts) to list on stock exchanges operating in IFSC.

source https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/banking/finance/launch-of-more-products-retail-participation-to-scale-up-gift-ifsc-tapan-ray/articleshow/78346933.cms

CMS to hire 1,000 employees in next 2 months

Anush Raghavan, Senior Vice-President and Head – Cash Business Unit of the CMS said that with a network spanning over 115,000 ATMs and retail outlets that spread across 98.3 per cent of districts in India, the company is uniquely positioned as the "backbone of the circulation cycle" of the economy.

source https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/banking/finance/cms-to-hire-1000-employees-in-next-2-months/articleshow/78346577.cms

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At present, only derivative products are available for trading and retail investors are not allowed to participate. Recently, Sebi allowed investment advisory services in IFSC and permitted emerging investment vehicles REITs (real estate investment trusts) and InvITs (infrastructure investment trusts) to list on stock exchanges operating in IFSC.

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Anush Raghavan, Senior Vice-President and Head – Cash Business Unit of the CMS said that with a network spanning over 115,000 ATMs and retail outlets that spread across 98.3 per cent of districts in India, the company is uniquely positioned as the "backbone of the circulation cycle" of the economy.

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Among other things, the CII has suggested exclusion of certain categories of borrowers (other regulated entities like Mutual Funds/ PMS/ Insurance/ Exchange Brokers/ NBFCs HFCs etc) from the scope of the circular.

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CII asks RBI to relook circular on opening of current accounts

Among other things, the CII has suggested exclusion of certain categories of borrowers (other regulated entities like Mutual Funds/ PMS/ Insurance/ Exchange Brokers/ NBFCs HFCs etc) from the scope of the circular.

source https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/banking/finance/banking/cii-asks-rbi-to-relook-circular-on-opening-of-current-accounts/articleshow/78346222.cms

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The fund infusion would be for meeting regulatory capital requirements if the need arises in October-December quarter. In 2019-20, the government infused Rs 70,000 crore into PSBs to boost credit for a strong impetus to the economy.

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Voting results released late on Saturday night showed that seven of the ten directors proposed to be reappointed by the bank in its 93rd annual general meeting (AGM) held on Friday were rejected by the shareholders by a comfortable majority of more than 60% of votes polled.

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Finance Ministry may provide capital support to some PSBs in third quarter

The fund infusion would be for meeting regulatory capital requirements if the need arises in October-December quarter. In 2019-20, the government infused Rs 70,000 crore into PSBs to boost credit for a strong impetus to the economy.

source https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/banking/finance/banking/finance-ministry-may-provide-capital-support-to-some-psbs-in-third-quarter/articleshow/78345804.cms

LVB crisis deepens as shareholders vote out current management

Voting results released late on Saturday night showed that seven of the ten directors proposed to be reappointed by the bank in its 93rd annual general meeting (AGM) held on Friday were rejected by the shareholders by a comfortable majority of more than 60% of votes polled.

source https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/banking/finance/banking/lvb-crisis-deepens-as-shareholders-vote-out-current-management/articleshow/78345590.cms