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DBS Bank India Enables Direct Tax Payments via TIN 2.0

DBS Bank India Enables Direct Tax Payments via TIN 2.0

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

DBS Bank India has launched a direct tax payment facility after authorisation from the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT). Utkarsh Small Finance Bank partners with Mumbai Indians as banking partner for T20 League 2026.

State Bank of India readies plan to ease KYC process

State Bank of India readies plan to ease KYC process

Rediff.com5 Nov 2025

State Bank of India has embarked on a drive to cut the Know Your Customer (KYC) process to a single one across its branches, a top official said on Tuesday.

London Property Seized in Indian Bank Fraud Probe

London Property Seized in Indian Bank Fraud Probe

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

A property near Heathrow Airport, London, worth Rs 7.5 crore has been attached by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in connection with a bank loan fraud case involving Neo Corp International Ltd.

India has ample buffers to weather headwinds from West Asia conflict: World Bank

India has ample buffers to weather headwinds from West Asia conflict: World Bank

Rediff.com8 hours ago

The World Bank has affirmed India's strong position to withstand the current global energy shock, citing high foreign exchange reserves, fiscal space, and low inflation as key buffers supporting continued growth despite international headwinds.

Street signs: Bank-backed brokers may regain edge, IPO pipeline stalls

Street signs: Bank-backed brokers may regain edge, IPO pipeline stalls

Rediff.com3 days ago

India's market landscape is undergoing significant shifts, with bank-backed brokerages potentially regaining dominance over discount platforms due to regulatory changes and increased taxes, while the IPO pipeline faces a slowdown amid heightened global volatility.

Haryana Suspends IAS Officers Amid IDFC Bank Fraud Investigation

Haryana Suspends IAS Officers Amid IDFC Bank Fraud Investigation

Rediff.com14 hours ago

The Haryana government has suspended two IAS officers, Ram Kumar Singh and Pardeep Kumar, in connection with an ongoing investigation into a Rs 590-crore fraud case involving IDFC First Bank.

Haryana's AI Programme Gains Momentum with World Bank Collaboration

Haryana's AI Programme Gains Momentum with World Bank Collaboration

Rediff.com1 days ago

Haryana's Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini reviewed the progress of the Haryana AI Development Programme (HAIDP), a Rs 474-crore initiative developed with the World Bank, focusing on AI skilling, startup incubation, and ethical AI governance.

Supreme Court: No personal hearing needed before banks tag loan accounts as fraud

Supreme Court: No personal hearing needed before banks tag loan accounts as fraud

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Supreme Court has ruled that borrowers are not entitled to a personal hearing before banks classify their loan accounts as "fraud" under RBI directions, clarifying that a written response to a show-cause notice and access to the forensic audit report (with redactions) are sufficient for natural justice.

Private Banks Face CEO Talent Crunch

Private Banks Face CEO Talent Crunch

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

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

Ex-Bank GM Denied Bail in Rs 122 Crore Scam Case

Ex-Bank GM Denied Bail in Rs 122 Crore Scam Case

Rediff.com10 hours ago

A Mumbai court has denied bail to Hitesh Mehta, the former General Manager of New India Cooperative Bank, who is accused of orchestrating a Rs 122 crore scam. The court cited the severity of the economic offence and the complexity of the trial as reasons for the denial.

India joins global condemnation of Israeli actions in West Bank

India joins global condemnation of Israeli actions in West Bank

Rediff.com19 Feb 2026

India has joined over 100 countries and global organizations in condemning Israel's "unilateral" decisions and measures aimed at expanding its "unlawful presence" in the West Bank.

RBI approves Emirates NBD's 74% stake acquisition in RBL Bank

RBI approves Emirates NBD's 74% stake acquisition in RBL Bank

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has granted approval for UAE-based Emirates NBD (ENBD) PJSC to acquire up to a 74 per cent stake in RBL Bank for $3 billion, marking the largest foreign investment ever in a domestic Indian bank.

Four Sentenced in Bank of India Forged Letter of Credit Case

Four Sentenced in Bank of India Forged Letter of Credit Case

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

A special CBI court in Mumbai has sentenced four individuals to imprisonment for their involvement in a 2012 case where the Bank of India suffered a loss of over Rs 3 crore due to a forged Letter of Credit.

World Bank: Remove AI Barriers to Boost Business and Jobs

World Bank: Remove AI Barriers to Boost Business and Jobs

Rediff.com14 hours ago

World Bank South Asia Chief Economist Franziska Ohnsorge advocates for the removal of obstacles hindering the adoption of artificial intelligence to foster business growth and job creation, particularly in South Asia.

Why Did Atanu Chakraborty Quit HDFC Bank?

Why Did Atanu Chakraborty Quit HDFC Bank?

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

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

Bank of India Held Liable for ATM Fraud, Ordered to Pay Compensation

Bank of India Held Liable for ATM Fraud, Ordered to Pay Compensation

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

The State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission has directed Bank of India to compensate a senior citizen for losses incurred due to unauthorized ATM transactions, citing deficiency in service and failure to adhere to security protocols.

World Bank flags how India failed to rein in debt in several states

World Bank flags how India failed to rein in debt in several states

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

India's state-level fiscal rules have improved headline deficits, but the gains are fragile and uneven with major states still grappling with high debt levels, a World Bank report submitted to the 16th Finance Commission (FC) said. According to the report, despite nearly two decades of adoption of fiscal responsibility laws (FRLs), debt levels have not converged.

Atanu Chakraborty Flags Governance Gaps at HDFC Bank

Atanu Chakraborty Flags Governance Gaps at HDFC Bank

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

'My resignation is a larger governance and governance-plus kind of an issue, which the board of directors of the bank should be introspecting.'

Chairman's Resignation: HDFC Bank Faces Legal Debate

Chairman's Resignation: HDFC Bank Faces Legal Debate

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

HDFC Bank is engaging external legal firms, both domestic and international, to investigate the circumstances surrounding former part-time chairman Atanu Chakraborty's resignation.

Orissa High Court: Indiscriminate Bank Account Freezes Hurt Businesses

Orissa High Court: Indiscriminate Bank Account Freezes Hurt Businesses

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

'Statutory power must be exercised in a manner that is fair, proportionate, and not excessive.' 'The authority must demonstrate a rational nexus between the property frozen and the alleged offence.'

Why HDFC Bank Chairman Atanu Chakraborty Resigned

Why HDFC Bank Chairman Atanu Chakraborty Resigned

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

Atanu Chakraborty has resigned as chairman of HDFC Bank, citing ethical concerns, marking an unusual departure and prompting the appointment of an interim chairman.

Billie Jean King Cup: Confident India Bank On Home Advantage Against Thailand

Billie Jean King Cup: Confident India Bank On Home Advantage Against Thailand

Rediff.com3 days ago

India is set to compete in the Billie Jean King Cup Asia-Oceania Group I ties, aiming for promotion to the 2026 play-offs. Despite a setback with Shrivalli Bhamidipaty's withdrawal, the team hopes to capitalise on home advantage.

Mcap of top 6 most valued firms drops nearly Rs 65k cr; Airtel biggest laggard

Mcap of top 6 most valued firms drops nearly Rs 65k cr; Airtel biggest laggard

Rediff.com4 days ago

Mcap of top 6 most valued firms drops nearly Rs 65k cr; Airtel biggest laggard

Privatisation push loses steam as IDBI Bank stake sale scrapped

Privatisation push loses steam as IDBI Bank stake sale scrapped

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

India's privatisation push, once projected as a cornerstone of economic reform, has suffered another setback, with the Centre set to call off the IDBI Bank stake sale, highlighting the political and structural constraints shaping the country's disinvestment policy, experts say.

Ex-Bank Manager, Nine Others Convicted in 2004 Mumbai Loan Scam

Ex-Bank Manager, Nine Others Convicted in 2004 Mumbai Loan Scam

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

A special CBI court in Mumbai has convicted a retired bank manager and nine others in connection with a 2004 loan fraud case, sentencing them to prison terms ranging from one to five years.

RBI Reassures on HDFC Bank's Financial Health Following Chairman's Exit

RBI Reassures on HDFC Bank's Financial Health Following Chairman's Exit

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has issued a statement assuring the public of HDFC Bank's stability and sound financial position following the resignation of its chairman, Atanu Chakraborty, citing ethical concerns.

Axis Bank Teams Up with DP World PGTI to Support Indian Golf

Axis Bank Teams Up with DP World PGTI to Support Indian Golf

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

Axis Bank has partnered with the DP World Professional Golf Tour of India (DP World PGTI) as its official banking partner, aiming to strengthen professional golf in India.

'No Governance Issue In HDFC Bank'

'No Governance Issue In HDFC Bank'

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

'Being an important institution in the banking system, we are subject to regulatory supervision, both offsite and onsite.' 'When you look at the intensity at which these levels of supervision come, we, on the board and in management, believe there should not be any surprises.'

Jio Payments Bank Enables UPI Cash Withdrawals at Touchpoints

Jio Payments Bank Enables UPI Cash Withdrawals at Touchpoints

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

Jio Payments Bank introduces UPI-based cash withdrawals at business correspondent touchpoints, enhancing financial inclusion and simplifying access to cash for rural and semi-urban customers.

SC asks CBI, ED to conduct 'fair, time-bound' probe into Anil Ambani Group banking fraud

SC asks CBI, ED to conduct 'fair, time-bound' probe into Anil Ambani Group banking fraud

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

The Supreme Court has ordered a 'fair, dispassionate, transparent, and time-bound' investigation by the CBI and ED into the Anil Dhirubhai Ambani Group, addressing concerns over alleged large-scale banking fraud and demanding accountability.

Why RBI's forex cap direction has not worked

Why RBI's forex cap direction has not worked

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) cap on banks' forex positions provided only a temporary boost to the rupee, with the currency quickly reversing gains and breaching the 95-per-dollar mark due to persistent underlying pressures.

Banking system liquidity surplus shrinks to Rs 16,875 cr, lowest since Jan 22

Banking system liquidity surplus shrinks to Rs 16,875 cr, lowest since Jan 22

Rediff.com22 Mar 2026

The net liquidity surplus in the banking system fell to Rs 16,875 crore on Thursday the latest data by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) showed, lowest since 22 January.

Sensex jumps 650 points on buying in power, banking stocks

Sensex jumps 650 points on buying in power, banking stocks

Rediff.com16 Feb 2026

Equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty rebounded sharply by nearly 1 per cent on Monday, driven by strong buying in power, banking, and financial stocks.

HDFC Bank Shares Tumble 7.5%, Rs 1 Trn Mcap Wiped Out

HDFC Bank Shares Tumble 7.5%, Rs 1 Trn Mcap Wiped Out

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

Governance uncertainty and leadership visibility gap are likely to keep the stock under pressure in the near term, said Nomura in a report.

Axis Bank Fined for Poor Service After Failed ATM Withdrawal

Axis Bank Fined for Poor Service After Failed ATM Withdrawal

Rediff.com15 Mar 2026

A consumer commission in Nagpur, Maharashtra, has penalised Axis Bank for deficiency in service, ordering a refund and compensation to a customer over a failed ATM transaction from 2018.

Sensex closed 283 points higher on buying in bank, metal shares

Sensex closed 283 points higher on buying in bank, metal shares

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

Benchmark equity indices Sensex and Nifty extended their gains for the third straight session on Wednesday, driven by last-hour buying in bank, metal, and FMCG shares.

Sensex bounces back on buying in metal, bank stocks

Sensex bounces back on buying in metal, bank stocks

Rediff.com27 Jan 2026

Equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty ended higher in highly volatile trade on Tuesday, buoyed by heavy buying in bank and metal stocks, a firm trend in global markets and optimism over India-EU FTA. The 30-share BSE Sensex climbed 319.78 points, or 0.39 per cent, to settle at 81,857.48.

Stock Market Today: Sensex, Nifty50 Fall as Oil Price Surge and West Asia Conflict

Stock Market Today: Sensex, Nifty50 Fall as Oil Price Surge and West Asia Conflict

Rediff.com2 days ago

Indian stock market indices Sensex and Nifty experienced a decline in early trade due to surging crude oil prices and ongoing geopolitical uncertainty in West Asia. Foreign fund outflows further contributed to the negative sentiment.

KV Kamath Emphasises AI Application and Education Reform for India's Future

KV Kamath Emphasises AI Application and Education Reform for India's Future

Rediff.com17 hours ago

Veteran banker K V Kamath stresses the importance of reskilling and education reforms to leverage artificial intelligence (AI) in India, advocating for practical applications over expensive foundational models.

State Bank of India led MF buys in July with Rs 10,000 crore QIP bet

State Bank of India led MF buys in July with Rs 10,000 crore QIP bet

Rediff.com16 Aug 2025

Mutual funds (MFs) - flush with cash amid record inflows in July - invested heavily in the Rs 25,000-crore qualified institutional placement (QIP) of India's largest lender State Bank of India (SBI). Fund managers acquired SBI shares worth Rs 10,200 crore last month, making the lender their biggest buy in July.