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taxguru.in > finance > senior-citizens-savings-scheme-1-july-2026-rates-rules-changes.html

Senior Citizens' Savings Scheme from 1 July 2026: Rates, Rules & Chnages

3+ day, 19+ hour ago  (368+ words) Senior Citizens’ Savings Scheme from 1 July 2026: Rates, Rules and What Else Changed This Month The quiet rate announcement, however, arrived in a month that was anything but quiet. A cluster of rules took effect from 1 July 2026 — on Aadhaar, passports, credit…...

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taxguru.in > rbi > nbfcs-india-legal-framework-classification-sbr-compliance-guide.html

NBFCs in India: Legal Framework, Classification, SBR & Compliance Guide

1+ mon, 2+ week ago  (194+ words) The article explains that a company qualifies as an NBFC only when more than 50% of both its assets and income arise from financial activities. Failing either condition means the entity cannot be treated as an NBFC under the RBI Act,…...

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taxguru.in > rbi > rbi-local-area-banks-classification-valuation-operation-investment-portfolio-amendment-directions-2026.html

RBI (Local Area Banks – Classification, Valuation, and Operation of Investment Portfolio) Amendment Directions, 2026

1+ mon, 3+ week ago  (32+ words) RBI has abolished the Investment Fluctuation Reserve requirement for Local Area Banks following changes in prudential and market risk regulations. Existing IFR balances must now be transferred to statutory or general reserves....

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taxguru.in > rbi > rbi-commercial-banks-classification-valuation-operation-investment-portfolio-second-amendment-directions-2026.html

RBI (Commercial Banks – Classification, Valuation, and Operation of Investment Portfolio) Second Amendment Directions, 2026

1+ mon, 3+ week ago  (34+ words) RBI has abolished the mandatory Investment Fluctuation Reserve requirement for commercial banks following changes in market risk and investment regulations. Banks must now transfer existing IFR balances to reserves or profit and loss accounts....

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taxguru.in > rbi > rbi-urban-co-operative-banks-classification-valuation-operation-investment-portfolio-amendment-directions-2026.html

RBI (Urban Co-operative Banks — Classification, Valuation, and Operation of Investment Portfolio) Amendment Directions, 2026

1+ mon, 3+ week ago  (31+ words) RBI amended Investment Fluctuation Reserve norms for Urban Co-operative Banks after operational difficulties in maintaining IFR. The revised rules permit drawdown of excess IFR balances beyond the mandatory 5% threshold....

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taxguru.in > finance > day-india-told-stop-buying-gold.html

The Day India Was Told To Stop Buying Gold

1+ mon, 3+ week ago  (378+ words) The article explains how excessive gold imports are creating economic pressure on India despite gold’s deep cultural importance. It highlights the growing push toward productive investments and long-term economic growth....

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taxguru.in > finance > financial-planning-essential-due-rising-inflation-global-war-uncertainty.html

Financial Planning Becomes Essential Due to Rising Inflation & Global War Uncertainty

1+ mon, 2+ week ago  (368+ words) The article explains how inflation and geopolitical tensions are affecting household budgets, savings, and investments. It highlights the importance of disciplined financial planning, emergency funds, and diversified investments....

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taxguru.in > custom-duty > instructions-time-bound-processing-rodtep-rosctl-scrolls.html

Instructions for time bound processing of RoDTEP and RoSCTL scrolls

2+ mon, 2+ week ago  (29+ words) This instruction tackles delays in rebate disbursal by enforcing a strict three-day processing timeline. The key takeaway is that authorities must ensure faster credit to prevent exporter hardship....

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taxguru.in > rbi > rbi-local-area-banks-resolution-stressed-assets-amendment-directions-2026.html

RBI (Local Area Banks – Resolution of Stressed Assets) Amendment Directions, 2026

2+ mon, 1+ week ago  (887+ words) RBI introduced a new framework to address loan stress caused by natural calamities in local area banks. It mandates time-bound restructuring and coordinated decision-making through banking committees....

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taxguru.in > finance > masala-dosa-economy-law-indias-supply-chains.html

The Masala Dosa Economy: The Law Behind India’s Supply Chains

3+ mon, 3+ week ago  (1503+ words) This article traces this very journey, from soil to stove, and examines the legal architecture that makes it possible. Understanding how law shapes supply chains is essential for any business that aspires to resilience, scalability, and long-term competitiveness in the…...

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