Sharleen D'Souza And Manojit Saha

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Second-round effects of supply shocks a real concern, says RBI governor

Second-round effects of supply shocks a real concern, says RBI governor

Rediff.com   21 hours ago

Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Sanjay Malhotra stated that preventing second-round effects of supply shocks, where inflation expectations rise due to prolonged disruptions, is the primary role of monetary policy. He also defended the RBI's foreign exchange market interventions, asserting it did not commit to an 'indefensible peg'.

Tata Sons IPO Buzz Grows Amid Trust Rift

Tata Sons IPO Buzz Grows Amid Trust Rift

Rediff.com   4 days ago

If Tata Sons is listed, the special veto rights of Tata Trusts, under Article 121A, may have to go away.

FMCG firms weigh price hikes as input costs rise

FMCG firms weigh price hikes as input costs rise

Rediff.com   6 Apr 2026

Fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) companies are closely monitoring crude oil prices and considering low single-digit price increases, while consumer durables firms have already begun passing on significant price hikes to consumers due to rising input costs exacerbated by the West Asia conflict.

HDFC Bank CEO: 'We Requested Chakraborty To Spell Out The Issues'

HDFC Bank CEO: 'We Requested Chakraborty To Spell Out The Issues'

Rediff.com   30 Mar 2026

'When there is such an elaborate and a strong process, one would have expected anyone to either place the issues so that they can be addressed or go to the regulator and probably tell them rather than creating a kind of uncertainty for the stakeholders.

Why Did Atanu Chakraborty Quit HDFC Bank?

Why Did Atanu Chakraborty Quit HDFC Bank?

Rediff.com   30 Mar 2026

'During the bank's board meeting, many directors asked him if there is a governance issue but he said there is none.'

Private Banks Face CEO Talent Crunch

Private Banks Face CEO Talent Crunch

Rediff.com   30 Mar 2026

What is the reason behind this drying up of talent for the top post in private banks?

'LIC sets sights on sustained 60% plus market share'

'LIC sets sights on sustained 60% plus market share'

Rediff.com   26 Feb 2026

'LIC will reduce but not fully exit its stake in IDBI Bank, which remains an important bancassurance partner,' says LIC of India' MD and CEO R Doraiswamy.

RBI looks to ban sales incentive to bank staffers from third party

RBI looks to ban sales incentive to bank staffers from third party

Rediff.com   12 Feb 2026

In a move aimed at curbing the mis-selling of financial products, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has proposed banning incentives paid to bank staffers by third parties such as insurance companies and mutual fund houses for selling their products and services. It has also proposed that banks must ensure their user interfaces do not deploy "dark patterns" to lure customers.

Now, India's gems & jewellery sector on par with China, Thailand

Now, India's gems & jewellery sector on par with China, Thailand

Rediff.com   4 Feb 2026

Exporters of gems and jewellery have said the free-trade agreement (FTA) has brought relief to their sector because this opens up the world's second-largest market and brings them on a par with China and Thailand, which face zero tariffs on shipments to Europe.

RBI-Esma MoU set to end CCIL impasse

RBI-Esma MoU set to end CCIL impasse

Rediff.com   28 Jan 2026

The Clearing Corporation of India (CCIL) will be able to reapply for recognition by the European Union's (EU) financial markets regulator following a pact signed on Tuesday between the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and the European Securities and Markets Authority (Esma).

'Growth-inflation data will determine MPC's future actions'

'Growth-inflation data will determine MPC's future actions'

Rediff.com   16 Jan 2026

'Economic activity appears to have peaked in the second quarter of FY26, with industrial output, exports, and business confidence all softening from October 2025.'

Restrictions, penalties are last resort: RBI governor Sanjay Malhotra

Restrictions, penalties are last resort: RBI governor Sanjay Malhotra

Rediff.com   10 Jan 2026

The relation between a regulator and its regulated entities is collaborative and not adversarial with the common objective of maintaining the stability and credibility of the financial system. However, the action on regulated entities like penalties and business restrictions are the last resort, Reserve Bank of India (RBI)'s governor Sanjay Malhotra said on Friday.

Bangladesh Telecast Ban Won't Hurt IPL

Bangladesh Telecast Ban Won't Hurt IPL

Rediff.com   6 Jan 2026

According to experts, the ban will not result in revenue loss for the BCCI or the IPL broadcasters.

Banks 'resilient' but face stiff fund mobilisation competition

Banks 'resilient' but face stiff fund mobilisation competition

Rediff.com   30 Dec 2025

The country's banking system, while remaining "resilient" with bad loans at over a decade low and strong capital buffers, will continue to face intense competition from non-bank sources for resource mobilisation, said the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI's) Trend and Progress of Banking in India 2024-25 report.

How RBI Governor Fared In The First Year

How RBI Governor Fared In The First Year

Rediff.com   29 Dec 2025

Sanjay Malhotra has made structural changes to banking regulation to bring down costs and increase efficiency. Plus, he kicked off a benign interest regime. But there are challenges ahead.

RBI's policy dilemma: To look at inflation or growth for rate action

RBI's policy dilemma: To look at inflation or growth for rate action

Rediff.com   26 Nov 2025

The consumer price index (CPI)-based inflation hitting an all-time low in October would encourage the six-member monetary policy committee (MPC) of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to cut the policy repo rate in its upcoming December 3-5 meeting. However, the July-September GDP growth, expected to be above 7 per cent, may act as a deterrent.

Economy picked up steam in Oct on GST rejig, festival spends

Economy picked up steam in Oct on GST rejig, festival spends

Rediff.com   25 Nov 2025

Notwithstanding global headwinds, the Indian economy saw further momentum in October on the back of goods and services tax (GST) rate rationalisation and festival spending, as indicated by high-frequency indicators, the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI's) monthly State of the Economy report said.

Marico Q2 net down 0.7%

Marico Q2 net down 0.7%

Rediff.com   16 Nov 2025

The consolidated net profit of Marico, the maker of Parachute coconut oil, declined 0.7 per cent in the second quarter (July-September) of 2025-26 (Q2FY26).

Britannia Industries looks to drive volume-led growth

Britannia Industries looks to drive volume-led growth

Rediff.com   8 Nov 2025

Britannia Industries is looking to drive volume-led growth as it looks to target regions, consumer-centric products and distribution. The company also wants to make sure that it is price-competitive in each of the regions.

Trent profit up 11%, revenue rises 16%

Trent profit up 11%, revenue rises 16%

Rediff.com   8 Nov 2025

Fashion and lifestyle retailer Trent on Friday reported a 11.3 per cent on year rise in its consolidated net profit for the second quarter of 2025-26 (Q2FY26). Its revenue from operations rose 15.9 per cent to Rs 4,817.68 crore in Q2 compared to the same period last year.