If you are planning to buy a house, shop, flat, or land at an affordable price, this news is important for you. Punjab National Bank (PNB) and 20 other financial institutions are selling a large number of properties through e-auctions. These institutions have issued official notices for the sale of different types of properties.The auctions … Read more
India’s economy registered 8% growth in the first half of the current financial year. During the meeting with bank MDs and CEOs, Governor Malhotra highlighted that the banking sector’s health and performance have steadily improved in 2025. However, he cautioned banks to avoid complacency and stay alert in a rapidly changing environment. Technology, Efficiency, and … Read more
If you have urgent banking tasks this week, delays could cost you. According to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) holiday calendar, the week of December 8 to 14 will see multiple bank closures in several states. Banking services will be unavailable for four days in some states and at least two days elsewhere due … Read more
If your bank is overcharging you, not reversing unauthorized transactions, or ignoring your complaints, you don’t have to stay silent. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has made it easy to escalate such issues online through its Complaint Management System (CMS). This system is free and works under the Integrated Ombudsman Scheme. What Problems Can … Read more
The dream of owning a home is now closer than ever. Home loan interest rates could soon drop to a historic low of 7.1%. This is great news for anyone planning to buy a house, as it will reduce EMIs and help save lakhs over time. Thanks to the RBI’s recent repo rate cut, banks … Read more
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has introduced new regulations for digital banking services, which will take effect from January 1, 2026. These rules aim to make banking safer and more customer-friendly. Under the new guidelines: Approval processes and compliance standards for banks will be stricter. Customer protection will be improved. Complaint handling procedures will … Read more
Millions of people across India use zero-balance bank accounts, especially in rural and semi-urban areas. For all of them, the Reserve Bank of India has announced a big and welcome change. RBI has relaxed several rules and expanded the list of free services so that banking becomes easier, cheaper, and more accessible for everyone. These … Read more
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has made a key change for travelers and traders visiting Nepal. Indian currency notes of ₹200 and ₹500 denominations can now be carried and used in Nepal. Earlier, these high-value notes were banned, causing inconvenience for people traveling or doing business across the border. How Much Currency Can You … Read more
If you’ve been waiting for months for your bank or NBFC to solve your complaint, here’s some good news. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is launching a special two-month mission to clear all complaints that have been pending for more than 30 days. This fast-track campaign will run from January 1, 2025, to February … Read more
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has introduced important changes to provide relief to regular customers. These updates apply to Basic Savings Bank Deposit (BSBD) accounts, also known as zero-balance accounts. Under the new rules, BSBD account holders will get several facilities such as: Monthly deposit limits Free ATM or debit card access with no … Read more
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has reduced the repo rate by 0.25%. This move is expected to bring relief to the general public. With the new rate coming into effect, EMIs on home loans, car loans, and other retail loans are likely to become cheaper. This means consumers will have more money left to … Read more