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Challa Sreenivasulu Setty's upcoming role as the chairman of State Bank of India follows a period of remarkable growth under Chairman Khara's leadership, marked by a substantial increase in the bank's stock price and improved asset quality.

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Challa Sreenivasulu Setty has been selected as the next chairman of the State Bank of India (SBI) by the Financial Services Institution Bureau (FSIB). Setty, who has worked at SBI for 35 years, will succeed current chairman Dinesh Khara, who will end his term on August 28.

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India Ratings has forecasted a 15.4% loan growth for banks in FY25. The rating agency believes a turnaround in private capital expenditure could alleviate any pressure on overall credit growth during the fiscal year.

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Apart from continuously checking network activities and server logs to detect malicious intrusions, banks will have to monitor critical payment systems such as SWIFT (the messaging system to confirm cross-border fund transfers), card network (which facilitates card payments), the online local fund transfer frameworks RTGS, NEFT and UPI, the real-time payment system.

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Banks adapt to RBI's risk weight changes by adjusting rates and enhancing capital adequacy. The pricing of new loans reflects increased risk, ensuring stability in unsecured lending. Tightened underwriting standards support sustained growth and portfolio quality, aligning with regulatory directives to manage loan risks effectively.

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The Reserve Bank of India reported that bank lending to the retail sector moderated for the tenth consecutive month in May, reaching 17.8% from 19.1% a year ago. Corporate loans grew faster at 8.9% compared to 6% in May 2023. Non-food bank credit saw a 16.2% growth in May 2024 compared to 15.5% a year ago.

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The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has imposed a Rs 29.6 lakh penalty on The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited (HSBC) for non-compliance with certain directions related to cards. The bank failed to ensure no negative amortisation while computing Minimum Payment Due in certain credit card accounts. The RBI found that the charge against the bank was sustained, warranting the imposition of monetary penalty.

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Bandhan Bank provides diverse tax payment options, including internet banking, cash, and cheque, across 35 states and UTs. With a wide network and efficient services, we ensure seamless tax payment experiences for millions of customers, supporting the government's e-governance initiatives.

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The Reserve Bank of India reported that Indian banks' gross NPA ratio reached a multi-year low of 2.8%, with net NPA at 0.6% by March 2024. The global economy faces risks from geopolitical tensions and high public debt, but India's financial system remains robust, supporting economic growth through sustained credit expansion, the RBI said.

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Visa, a global digital payments provider, revealed on Thursday that non-metro cities in India such as Dharamshala, Mullanpur, and Vishakapatnam are emerging as the biggest daily spenders. This insight comes from Visa Consulting and Analytics' consumer spending trends for the 2024 summer cricket season. Notably, there has been an overall increase in online transactions across all segments, with food and grocery delivery apps showing a 23% surge in usage.

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Hitachi Payment Services has received RBI's final authorization to operate as an Online Payment Aggregator under the Payments and Settlement Systems Act, 2007. This authorization allows Hitachi to expand its digital services, offering comprehensive payment solutions such as UPI, Netbanking, and BNPL. The company processes over 2.5 billion digital transactions annually and aims to boost digital payment adoption and innovation across India.

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ACKO, the Bengaluru-based insurtech firm, is expanding into car servicing and repair with its ACKO Drive Service Centres, targeting cars out of warranty. Initially launched in Bengaluru, plans include centres in Delhi, Mumbai, Pune, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, and Chennai. Aiming to reach 100 centres in three years, ACKO seeks to capitalize on the growing $25 billion car service market.

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Several banks have sought clarity from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) regarding guidelines that mandate offering existing credit card customers a choice of networks like Rupay, Visa, and MasterCard. As per RBI's guidelines issued in March, card issuers must provide this choice both during initial issuance and at the time of renewals. A senior bank executive informed ET that banks have sought clarification on whether this choice of networks should be extended to all existing customers or only implemented during renewal processes.

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While the layoffs have happened across several verticals ranging from wholesale to retail, the branch banking segment saw a large impact, one person cited above said. The people sacked have been given severance pay amounting to three months’ salary. “Yes Bank has launched an internal restructuring exercise at the advice of a multinational consultant. So far, around 500 have been asked to go and we can see more sackings in the coming weeks,” a person aware of the development said.

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Recently, the Reserve Bank of India conducted special audits with banks to verify their holdings of eligible securities for maintaining the liquidity coverage ratio (LCR). This action coincides with the central bank's apprehension regarding potential sudden withdrawals via digital banking channels. Introduced post the 2008 global financial crisis, LCR mandates banks to retain specified amounts of government bonds that can be quickly sold to manage a theoretical 30-day stress period featuring significant cash outflows.

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The finance ministry has scheduled a meeting on Tuesday with heads of state-owned banks and financial institutions. The purpose of the meeting is to review the progress of the government's key financial inclusion schemes, including the Jan Dhan Yojana, Jan Suraksha Yojana, and Mudra Yojana, ahead of the budget.

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Kotak Mahindra Bank plans to open 175-200 new branches in FY 2024-25, following a ban by the RBI on acquiring new digital customers due to IT deficiencies. This expansion aims to boost customer acquisition through physical branches while the bank strengthens its IT systems to comply with regulatory standards.

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Zurich Insurance Group has acquired a 70% stake in Kotak General Insurance, making it the largest foreign investment in the insurance sector and the first stake acquisition by an overseas insurer since the FDI limit was raised to 74% in 2021. The company's CEO, Tulsi Naidu, believes that owning and operating their own business is essential in a significant market like India. The company has considered investing in India for a long time, especially after the liberalisation of FDI rules.

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The government directs public sector banks (PSBs) to blacklist underperforming service providers and collaborate to enhance efficiency. Finance ministry mandates periodic reviews of empaneled advocates' performance in Debt Recovery Tribunals (DRTs). PSBs urged to scale up utilities and peer-to-peer collaboration for improved services.

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Canara Bank's Twitter account has been compromised. The bank is investigating and working with Twitter to regain access to its handle.

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The total worth of India's future unicorns will stand at USD 58 billion, an increase of 1.2 per cent as compared to last year. Fintech sector leads with the highest number of companies that can become Unicorns in future.

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State-owned Bank of Baroda plans to double its in-house technology team to 3,000 employees in the next two years, according to a top official. Currently, the team comprises 1,500 employees. The expansion will involve both regular hiring processes and lateral hires of specialist talent, as stated by Debadatta Chand, the managing director and chief executive officer.

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Asked about the monetisation of subsidiaries, Khara said that SBI would wait for them to further scale up their operations before listing them. Scaling up their operation will increase valuation and ensure better returns for the parent SBI.

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SBI declared a dividend of Rs 13.70 per share for the financial year 2023-24, higher than Rs 11.30 per equity distributed for the previous year. During 2023-24, the bank earned a record consolidated net profit of Rs 67,085 crore against Rs 55,648 crore in the preceding year.

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Arka Fincap, a Kirloskar Group-owned NBFC, is shifting its focus towards MSME loans to reduce wholesale credit risk. They aim for MSME loans to constitute 70% of their total portfolio, up from the current 50%, with a target to increase this to 75%. The NBFC, which has doubled its total loan book to ₹5,300 crore, plans to grow it further to ₹7,500 crore by FY25, with a significant portion from MSME lending.

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Non-banking finance companies (NBFCs) were advised by RBI executive director R Lakshmi Kanth Rao to prioritize compliance, risk management, liquidity management, and customer protection. Rao emphasized the regulatory differences between banks and NBFCs, noting the need for NBFCs to enhance compliance systems and balance business with prudence.

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The funds raised will also expand India's “10X” brand, making it a comprehensive food FMCG product company. The funds will also be allocated to explore future inorganic growth opportunities, including strategic mergers and acquisitions, and improve operational capabilities. These activities may be undertaken directly by the Company or through its subsidiaries or joint ventures.

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FIDC has suggested that Small Industries Development Bank of India (Sidbi) may act as the refinance bank for NBFCs in line with what the National Housing Bank does for housing finance companies.

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India's banking regulator cautioned lenders against pursuing 'mindless' business growth to avoid exposing the financial system to risks. RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das emphasized the importance of balancing business growth with risk management.

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FSIB shortlisted five CGMs for ED positions in public sector banks after interviewing 57 candidates. Vaheed, Rajeeva, and Majumdar are top three in the list, while Surendran and Srivastava are number four and five.

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Return on assets (RoA) of banks, after hitting a 20-year high in the previous year, is forecasted to ease to 1.1-1.2% in the current fiscal year, according to Crisil Ratings. The moderation is attributed to higher deposit costs impacting net interest margins. Credit costs are expected to stabilize, supporting overall profitability as non-performing assets decrease.

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Scheduled Commercial Banks (SCBs) in India saw a significant 19.3% year-on-year credit growth in the last quarter of FY24, translating to an expansion of ₹26.6 lakh crore, reaching ₹164.3 lakh crore in total credit. This surge was driven by personal loans and lending to NBFCs. Deposit growth lagged at 13.6%, with the credit-to-deposit ratio rising to 79.7%.

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The board of Power Finance Corporation (PFC), a state-owned entity, has approved a loan of Rs 15,000 crore to companies within the Shapoorji Pallonji group, according to sources familiar with the matter. This decision represents a significant development for the Mistry family, who hold 18.37% stake in Tata Sons. The loan is intended to assist in settling personal debts and fulfilling financial obligations owed by their operational firms to creditors. Security for the loan will be provided by the cash flows from SP Group's real estate operations and the Mistry family's shares in Tata Sons.

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​​The study evaluates efficiency by examining how effectively banks utilise their resources to produce output at an optimal scale.

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Star Health & Allied Insurance expects 18-20% growth in gross written premiums this year, aiming to double premium income in four years. CEO Anand Roy discussed the company's strategies with Shilpy Sinha.

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The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has revoked the licence of Purvanchal Co-operative Bank in Ghazipur, Uttar Pradesh, citing insufficient capital and earnings prospects. The bank will be liquidated, with depositors entitled to claims up to Rs 5 lakh from DICGC. Currently, 99.51% of depositors are eligible for full refunds. As of May 30, 2024, DICGC has disbursed Rs 12.63 crore to depositors who agreed to the claim settlement.

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India's non-banking financial sector grew by 10% as per an SBI report, while the global sector saw a 3% decline. NBFI entities focus on lending and financing without public deposits. The report noted India as the third-largest in the sector, highlighting the banking system's resilience, improved asset quality, macroeconomic fundamentals, and government initiatives for a level playing field. RBI's proactive measures ensured stability, growth, innovation, and advancements in digital banking.

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Lenders recovered 33.2% of claims from large stressed firms under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code. Factors such as realisable asset values, liquidation processes, and the rescue of bankrupt firms influence recovery rates.

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The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has been awarded the "Risk Manager of the Year Award 2024" by Central Banking, London, for enhancing its risk culture and its pivotal role in ensuring financial stability in India. RBI's Executive Director, Shri Manoranjan Mishra, accepted the award at a ceremony in London. He highlighted the institution's rigorous risk management approach in navigating India's financial landscape.

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SBI Chairman Dinesh Kumar Khara stated that the bank plans to wait for its subsidiaries like SBI General Insurance and SBI Payment to enhance their operations before considering monetisation through the capital market to boost valuation and returns for SBI. With loans worth Rs 5 trillion in the pipeline from the corporate sector, Khara indicated a shift towards credit-seeking behavior for working capital and expansion, signaling potential for private sector growth and value creation by SBI.

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The survey included 5,169 elderly people and 1,333 caregivers across 20 Tier I and Tier II cities in 10 states. The study captured the experiences of elderly people from cities such as Jaipur, Bikaner, Faridabad, Panipat, Kanpur, Bareilly, Indore, Ujjain, Kolkata, Siliguri, Bhubaneswar, Rourkela, Ahmedabad, Bhavnagar, Greater Mumbai, Solapur, Chennai, Salem, Bengaluru, and Hubli-Dharwad.

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Life Insurance Corporation (LIC) has clarified that there is currently no formal proposal for it to enter the health insurance space. This clarification comes amid expectations that composite licenses may be permitted by amending the Insurance Act, which currently does not allow life insurers to underwrite health insurance policies. A parliamentary panel had earlier suggested the introduction of composite licensing for insurers to undertake life, general, or health insurance under one entity, which could lead to cost savings and offer customers more choice and value.

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Insurance companies in Mumbai are adapting to IRDAI's directives on surrender values, anticipating an impact on new business margins. Insurers are exploring changes in their business models to align with the new regulations and focus on growth over profitability. The industry is bracing for adjustments as the new rules take effect, with a shift towards trail-based commissions and potential reductions in guaranteed rates for policyholders.

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CAMS Insurance Repository Services (CAMSRep) introduced 'Bima Central,' an insurance portfolio management platform aimed at simplifying policy management for customers by aggregating benefits and ensuring claim-readiness. The scheme addresses the challenges faced by policy holders. Accessible to those with an electronic Insurance Account (eIA) with CAMSRep, Bima Central emerged from industry collaboration to enhance the value of insurance, with SBI General as the anchor insurer and others in the process of integration.

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The Confederation of ATM Industry, or CATMI, wants this fee to be raised to a maximum of Rs 23 per transaction to ensure more funding commitment for the business.

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Hinduja Group, which acquired Reliance Capital, has submitted an application to the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) for more time to make final payments to lenders. The group cited delays in obtaining approval from the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade for foreign investment as the reason for the request. IIHL, a firm of Hinduja Group, won the bid for Reliance Capital in October 2023 and has received almost all necessary approvals.

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Women often overlook self-care while balancing caregiving and financial roles. Recognizing the importance of insurance coverage for financial stability is crucial for long-term resilience.

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The number of frauds detected in the banking system last fiscal almost tripled on year, according to the central banks’ annual report with the RBI governor highlighting the need for a system wide approach to mitigate such frauds.

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Bankers have said the norms be subsumed within new provisioning rules that will require lenders to pre-empt assessment on potential losses. “RBI is also in the process of finalising the expected credit loss (ECL) based provisioning guidelines,” said a senior bank executive. "So, there is a suggestion that these infrastructure norms be subsumed into those.”

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Deposit growth had fallen from a peak of 18% in fiscal ended March 2020 to 10% in March 2022 as savers looked for better returns after a sharp fall in deposit rates due to the extraordinary interest rate cuts by RBI post-Covid. Though subsequent rate hikes have improved deposit growth, it is still low at 14% compared to its peak.

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The Finance Industry Development Council (FIDC) has urged the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to reconsider and clarify certain proposals in its recent draft circular on infrastructure provisioning, arguing for more flexibility to support the infrastructure sector, specifically addressing concerns regarding standard asset provisions during the construction phase and minimum financing limits.

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The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has rejected Edelweiss Asset Reconstruction Company's request to appoint Raj Kumar Bansal as its managing director and CEO. Bansal is currently Edelweiss ARC's MD and CEO. The RBI barred Edelweiss ARC and ECL Finance from acquiring financial assets or structured transactions due to "evergreening" distressed loans.

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Banks' deposit growth in FY24 was well below the rise in credit, forcing them to meet the funding gap through higher-cost Certificates of Deposit (CDs). Banks have made representations to senior government officials flagging the slowdown in deposits.

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"We believe a likely surge in rural credit demand, higher affordability and government push toward financial inclusion with ease of regulations in the microfinance sector. A likely credit-linked subsidy scheme (CLSS) in the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana would drive credit growth going forward," ICICI Securities said in a report.

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The microfinance market expanded by a fourth in FY24 with asset quality showing significant improvement. The sector's gross loan portfolio grew 24.5% year-on-year to Rs 4.34 lakh crore at the end of March. The bad loan ratio fell to 7.9% from 8.6% a year back, according to industry data.

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Indian banks are urging the industry regulator to relax the current liquidity coverage requirements. They believe easing these mandates will free up more funds for lending.

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State-owned Punjab National Bank is set to establish a representative office in Dubai, expanding its global presence. With board approval secured, regulatory clearance is underway. The bank aims to enhance profitability by focusing on various portfolios and increasing non-interest income while maintaining credit cost below 1%.

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RBI governor Shaktinata Das mentioned that downtime in the UPI payment system is primarily due to weak technology on the banks' side rather than issues from NPCI. The volume of UPI transactions per day exceeds 450 million, with several instances of downtime reported in May 2024. The central bank has been working to reduce downtime instances to less than 1%.

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State-run banks are optimistic about a more lucrative performance-linked incentive (PLI) for employees and are advocating for a five-day banking week as a new coalition government takes charge. Bank unions and employee associations seek a review of the current PLI scheme, introduced in 2020, which currently offers up to 15-days salary for growth exceeding 15%. Recent wage settlements have included a 17% salary increase and proposed a five-day week, pending government approval. Banks' cumulative profit exceeded ₹1.4 lakh crore in FY 2024.

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The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) noted a moderation in unsecured retail loans and advances following concerns raised in November 2023. Governor Shaktikanta Das highlighted that growth in personal loans and NBFC funding reliance has slowed. The RBI continues to monitor these trends and has urged financial institutions to maintain risk within acceptable limits.

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The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has rectified issues with banks' cash reserve requirement (CRR) after instances of shortfalls in average fortnightly balances. The CRR, currently at 4.50% of net demand and time liabilities, is a key regulatory measure by the RBI. Banks must maintain this reserve with the RBI, impacting monetary policy and liquidity. Data showed multiple instances of banks falling short of the CRR, prompting RBI to address reporting discrepancies.

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Nashik, Visakhapatnam, Kanpur, Surat, Varanasi, and Prayagraj are likely to issue municipal bonds by July with a fundraise of Rs 100-300 crore at 7.9-8.3% coupon rate. Municipal bodies have raised nearly Rs 3,000 crore from the bond market in last seven years

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HDFC Bank announces scheduled maintenance for online services on June 9 and 16, affecting netbanking, mobile app services, and transactions including UPI payments.

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Muthoot Microfin partners with State Bank of India to provide financial services to women in rural and semi-urban areas. The co-lending initiative targets joint liability groups involved in agriculture and other income-generating activities, offering loans ranging from Rs 10,000 to Rs 3 lakh.

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Vipul Bansal, Director at Deutsche Bank, shares his inspiring journey to motivate aspiring finance professionals from a small city in India to global success.

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The cost of funds for non-banks in Mumbai may rise by 200 to 300 basis points as banks reduce funding. Recent data shows a drop in bank funds to non-banks. RBI's actions have impacted bank loans to non-banking financial companies, leading to potential margin squeezes.

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In November last year, Zurich Insurance Company announced plans to acquire a 51 per cent stake in Kotak Mahindra General through a combination of capital infusion and share purchase, followed by a subsequent acquisition of an additional stake of 19 per cent within three years from the initial acquisition for Rs 5,560 crore.

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Raghavan previously served as JPMorgan's CEO in the Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region, while also leading its investment and corporate banking and treasury services in the region. After joining JPMorgan in 2000, he held senior roles in debt and equity capital markets.

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Tata Motors announced a merger of Tata Motor Finance with Tata Capital, approved by their respective boards. This aligns with Tata Motors' strategy to focus on core businesses and emerging technologies. Tata Capital will issue its equity shares to Tata Motor Finance shareholders, giving Tata Motors a 4.7% stake in the merged entity. Tata Capital, a major NBFC in India, will expand its presence in CV/PV financing, aiming to offer innovative products and digital services. The merger is subject to regulatory approvals and is expected to take 9-12 months to complete, with no adverse impact on customers or creditors.

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The government, led by GIC chairman Ramaswamy Narayanan, is developing parametric and hydroelectric insurance pools to enhance disaster protection. Parametric coverage will pay claims based on predefined triggers like earthquakes, while the hydroelectric pool will insure losses to power projects due to natural disasters. These schemes draw inspiration from the successful post-2004 terrorism insurance pool. The government plans to prioritize these initiatives after the elections. Details like whether the coverage will be at the state or district level are still being finalized.

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Religare alleged that InGovern, founded by Shriram Subramanian, had published a defamatory report on its website without any verification and without studying information available in the public domain.

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Turkish inflation jumped above 75 percent in May, official data showed Monday, but officials expect consumer prices to have finally peaked in a cost-of-living crisis that has dogged President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. Turkey has been battling soaring consumer prices that prompted Erdogan to drop his opposition to interest-rate hikes to combat inflation.

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As per the RBI's recent annual report, fraud cases surged to 36,075 in FY24, marking a significant rise from 13,564 reported in the previous fiscal year. The report highlighted that a majority of these frauds, in terms of volume, were related to digital payments, including card and internet transactions.

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The Bank Clinic is an initiative by the All India Bank Employees' Association (AIBEA) to help customers address their grievances amid rapid expansion in technology and a series of Reserve Bank of India (RBI) guidelines on retail banking. A customer can fill out the details of her/his complaint, create a ticket, and receive a reply in five working days on the remedies available and information on what the RBI guidelines prescribe on that matter.

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RBI approves Committee of Executives in Tamilnad Mercantile Bank as an interim arrangement. CoE comprises S Narayanan, D Ramesh, PR Ashok Kumar. Bank selecting suitable candidates for top post, unclear why Krishnan's successor not selected after 8 months. TMB had only one whole time director.

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PNB, led by Atul Kumar Goel, achieved a 229% profit growth to Rs 8,245 crore in FY24. Initiatives like reducing NPAs, improving ROA, and expanding branches contribute to the bank's success.

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Religare alleged that InGovern, founded by Shriram Subramanian, had published a defamatory report on its website without any verification and without studying information available in the public domain. "What is even more astonishing is that InGovern did not even bother to reach out to Religare for feedback or to have an understanding of the correct facts, which would have ensured that the report projected a true and balanced picture," said Religare Enterprises chairperson Rashmi Saluja.

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