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New Delhi [India], April 2: Digital lending apps have made borrowing quicker and more convenient than before. However, comparing options before choosing a Personal Loan app is important to avoid high charges or inflexible repayment terms. Selecting a loan app without reviewing key features can lead to unexpected costs or poor customer support. This guide outlines key features to help you assess your options effectively, enabling you to choose a more secure and cost-effective borrowing option. A ...Read More >
VMPL New Delhi [India], April 2: Digital lending apps have made borrowing quicker and more convenient than before. However, comparing options before choosing a Personal Loan app is important to avoid high charges or inflexible repayment terms. Selecting a loan app without reviewing key features can lead to unexpected costs or poor customer support. This guide outlines key features to help you assess your options effectively, enabling you to choose a more secure and cost-effective borrowing opti ...Read More >
PRNewswire Bangalore (Karnataka) [India], April 1: CARD91 announced the launch of VerifyIQ, an AI-powered verification intelligence platform designed to help banks, NBFCs, and insurance/reinsurance companies make faster, more accurate, and policy-aligned onboarding decisions. Built with an AI-first approach, VerifyIQ brings together multi-source data aggregation, AI and machine learning-led data processing with confidence scoring, and configurable decision workflows in a single operating layer ...Read More >
Bangalore (Karnataka) [India], April 1: CARD91 announced the launch of VerifyIQ, an AI-powered verification intelligence platform designed to help banks, NBFCs, and insurance/reinsurance companies make faster, more accurate, and policy-aligned onboarding decisions. Built with an AI-first approach, VerifyIQ brings together multi-source data aggregation, AI and machine learning-led data processing with confidence scoring, and configurable decision workflows in a single operating layer for verifica ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 1 (PTI) The National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) has set aside an NCLT order rejecting Belgotex India's insolvency plea against Puneet India on the ground of a pre-existing dispute. Allowing the Belgotex India appeal, a two-member NCLAT bench has remanded the matter back to the New Delhi bench of NCLT, directing it to pass a fresh order after hearing all the parties. The appellate tribunal said a "patent illegality has been committed" by the National Company Law Tribu ...Read More >
Lok Sabha passes Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (Amendment) Bill 2026 to speed up insolvency cases, boost creditor rights, enable cross-border resolution, and strengthen India's financial system. To strengthen the financial system of India, Lok-Sabha have passed the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (Amendment) Bill on March 30, 2026. This reform aims to speed up the insolvency resolutions, reduce delays and the improve creditor confidence. While announcing the speech of Nirmala Sitharaman highlig ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], March 30 (ANI): A recent report by Fitch Ratings has flagged heightened risks in India's gold-loan segment following a decline in gold prices, underscoring the need for robust risk controls among non-bank financial institutions (NBFIs). In its latest assessment, Fitch said that falling gold prices could erode the value of collateral backing gold loans, potentially weakening lenders' recovery prospects in the event of borrower defaults. "A decline in gold prices puts pressure ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], March 30 (ANI): A recent report by Fitch Ratings has flagged heightened risks in India's gold-loan segment following a decline in gold prices, underscoring the need for robust risk controls among non-bank financial institutions (NBFIs). In its latest assessment, Fitch said that falling gold prices could erode the value of collateral backing gold loans, potentially weakening lenders' recovery prospects in the event of borrower defaults. "A decline in gold prices puts pressure ...Read More >
Gurugram : Women borrowers are emerging as some of the most reliable participants in India's credit ecosystem, according to behavioral insights from the financial empowerment platform Zavo. Drawing on activity across more than 3 million users on its platform, Zavo's data indicates that women borrowers consistently show stronger repayment discipline and higher engagement with their financial obligations than male borrowers. Within the platform, 948,000 users are women, accounting for 31.6% of t ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], December 15 (ANI): The retail credit demand in India strengthened during the July-September 2025 quarter, supported by Goods and Services Tax (GST) rationalisation and improved consumer sentiment ahead of the festive season, according to TransUnion CIBIL's latest Credit Market Report. The Credit Market Indicator (CMI), a composite measure of credit market health, rose to 99 in the September 2025 quarter from 98 in the preceding quarter, reflecting improved demand, supply cond ...Read More >
MUMBAI: Home loan rates are set to drop to levels last seen before the global financial crisis in 2008, with the RBI's monetary policy committee reducing the repo rate by 25 basis points to 5.25%.Several banks -- Union Bank, Bank of India, Bank of Maharashtra and Indian Overseas Bank -- currently offer home loans at 7.35%. Borrowers at this rate will see their interest rate decline to 7.1%, which is also the deposit rate offered by some private banks. On a Rs 1 crore home loan for 15 years, a 0. ...Read More >
The National Company Law Tribunal has admitted an insolvency case against Blu-Smart Mobility Tech. This follows a plea from Lepton Software Export and Research over unpaid dues. The tribunal has appointed an interim resolution professional and suspended the company's board. Blu-Smart Mobility is now under moratorium protection. The company's operations and subsidiaries are intertwined. The National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) has admitted an insolvency case against Blu-Smart Mobility Tech, the ...Read More >
Pune (Maharashtra) [India], October 17: Dhanteras marks the beginning of Diwali, and it is celebrated across India to invite prosperity, health, and good fortune. It is also highly auspicious for fresh beginnings, including planning for a future home, as it attracts prosperity and positive energy. Lenders like Bajaj Housing Finance also extend festive offers during this period, including lower processing fees and attractive interest rates, making this the ideal time to use Diwali bonuses. Also ...Read More >
MUMBAI: While the RBI-led MPC has underwhelmed headline-seekers with its unanimous vote for status-quo on the benchmark rates, the Reserve Bank has overwhelmed them with a flurry of measures -- as many as 22 regulatory changes to count -- aimed at improving customer convenience, credit flow to the economy and individuals, and the overall ease of doing business for all along with reducing the compliance cost for regulated entities. Unveiling the 22 additional measures, Governor Sanjay Malhotra s ...Read More >
Mumbai: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has revised its existing rules to make retail loans more flexible, widened the scope for lending against gold and silver collateral, and provide easier capital-raising avenues for banks besides improving credit information systems. Announced through seven directions and circulars on Monday evening, three of these changes will take effect from October 1, while four others have been released for public consultation until October 20, 2025. Draft proposals, me ...Read More >
Mumbai: Traditionally, banks were barred from lending for buying gold or silver or offering loans secured by primary gold or silver. But under new guidelines, a carve‑out allows scheduled commercial banks (SCBs) to extend working capital loans to jewellers and businesses that use gold as raw material. This change means that manufacturers who rely on gold inputs -- beyond jewelry makers -- can now access credit backed by gold. More Flexibility in Interest Spreads and Rate Resets Previously, ban ...Read More >
New Delhi: The Delhi High Court has reaffirmed that the personal liberty of two consenting adults to marry and live together peacefully is protected under Article 21 of the Indian Constitution. In a recent ruling, the court emphasised that family opposition cannot override this autonomy. Justice Sanjeev Narula stated that the Supreme Court has consistently upheld this principle, directing law enforcement to protect couples from threats or coercion. In this case, the court ordered police protect ...Read More >
Pune (Maharashtra) [India], August 14: Gold has always held a special place in Indian homes, treasured for both its beauty and its lasting value. Beyond its cultural significance, gold jewellery has been a trusted financial backup for generations, helping families in times of need. Now, with Bajaj Finserv Gold Loan, this age-old tradition meets modern convenience. Also Read | 'Ruin the Friendship' and 'CANCELLED!': Are These Taylor Swift's Alleged Diss Tracks Targeting Blake Lively? Fan Theorie ...Read More >
Nirmala Sitharaman presented a bill in Lok Sabha to amend the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code. The bill is now with a parliamentary committee for review. The changes aim to speed up bankruptcy resolutions and improve creditor recoveries. The creditor-led resolution framework will reduce the workload of the National Company Law Tribunal. Finance and corporate affairs minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday introduced a bill in the Lok Sabha for amendments to the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], July 11: A business loan can help fund daily operations, growth plans, or asset purchases for new or established businesses. Lenders assess eligibility based on business age, credit score, financials, and documentation. Strong credit history, stable income, and proper documentation increase your chances of loan approval. Understanding these requirements helps you prepare effectively for a business loan and avoid rejections. This article explains the key criteria Indian lenders ...Read More >
VMPL New Delhi [India], July 11: A business loan can help fund daily operations, growth plans, or asset purchases for new or established businesses. Lenders assess eligibility based on business age, credit score, financials, and documentation. Strong credit history, stable income, and proper documentation increase your chances of loan approval. Understanding these requirements helps you prepare effectively for a business loan and avoid rejections. This article explains the key criteria Indian l ...Read More >
VMPL New Delhi [India], July 11: Owning a home is a dream for many families, as it represents security and long-term stability. A home loan often helps to fulfil this dream by providing financial support to purchase property. A home loan is a financial product that helps an individual to purchase residential property by borrowing funds from a lender. Understanding the potential benefits of a home loan may allow an individual to make better decisions. This article details out some key benefits o ...Read More >
Mumbai: A new report by the Boston Consulting Group (BCG) warns that Indian banks must prepare for a period of heightened interest rate volatility after more than a decade of relatively stable and downward-trending rates. The study, Interest Rate Sensitivity in Indian Banking, highlights that the impact of policy rate changes on bank performance is neither immediate nor uniform, and that credit growth is more dependent on borrower sentiment and lender confidence than on rates alone.Empirical evi ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], July 9 (ANI): As Indian savers increasingly explore mutual funds, pensions, and direct investments, among others, banks will need to leverage data science to understand depositor behaviour and tailor their products, a Boston Consulting Group (BCG) study suggests. BCG conducted a study titled, 'Interest Rate Sensitivity in Indian Banking: An Empirical Look and its Strategic Implications', determining the effect of rate changes--specifically the repo rate and treasury bill rate ...Read More >
Pune: Passengers on board a Goa to Pune SpiceJet flight (SG-1080) had a scare on Tuesday evening when a window panel was found dislodged while the plane was mid-air.The airline played down the incident, saying the window part that had come off was "a non-structural trim component, fitted onto the window for the purpose of shade".But a person on board the plane -- a Bombardier Q400 -- told TOI the incident triggered anxiety among the passengers. "Two to three layers of the window panel just came ...Read More >
MUMBAI: RBI has mooted a unique, secure borrower identifier to avoid duplication and misreporting of data with credit bureaus, and to improve loan access for borrowers."Credit information companies rely on credit institutions to provide accurate and validated IDs. Without this, duplication and misreporting remain risks. We must move towards a unique borrower identifier, which is secure, verifiable, and consistent across the system," RBI deputy governor M Rajeshwar Rao said in his keynote address ...Read More >
Mumbai, The RBI on Wednesday directed banks and other lenders not to levy any pre-payment charges on all floating-rate loans and advances, including for business purposes, availed by individuals and micro and small enterprises (MSEs). The directions will be applicable to all loans and advances sanctioned or renewed on or after January 1, 2026. In terms of extant guidelines, banks and NBFCs are not permitted to levy foreclosure charges/pre-payment penalties on any floating rate term-loan sancti ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 2 (ANI): RBI Deputy Governor M Rajeshwar Rao has called for frequent data updates by Credit Information Companies (CICs), asserting that it will improve loan underwriting precision, among others. Addressing TransUnion CIBIL's Credit Conference in Mumbai on Tuesday, the RBI deputy governor outlined two critical enablers -- data freshness and data quality-- for the betterment of India's credit ecosystem. Currently, credit data is refreshed on a fortnightly basi ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jul 2 (PTI) State Bank of India (SBI) has decided to classify the loan account of beleaguered telecom firm Reliance Communications as "fraud" and report the name of its erstwhile director Anil Ambani to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). The move is expected to be followed by other lenders who have given loans to Reliance Communications Ltd (RCom). Reliance Communications, in a regulatory filing, said it has received a letter dated June 23, 2025, from State Bank of India (SBI) to this ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], July 1 (ANI): The per capita debt of individual borrowers in India has witnessed a sharp increase over the past two years, rising from Rs 3.9 lakh in March 2023 to Rs 4.8 lakh in March 2025, according to the financial stability report released by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). The report highlighted that this rise in debt levels has been primarily driven by higher-rated borrowers. RBI stated, 'At an aggregate level, the per capita debt of individual borrowers has grown fro ...Read More >
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