
Karnataka HC Upholds Statutory First Charge Over SARFAESI
The Karnataka High Court ruled that a statutory first charge takes precedence over payment priorities listed in the SARFAESI Act, favoring the Telangana Tax Department in a property dispute.
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The Karnataka High Court ruled that a statutory first charge takes precedence over payment priorities listed in the SARFAESI Act, favoring the Telangana Tax Department in a property dispute.
The Reserve Bank of India has updated its directions concerning customer protection in electronic banking transactions for Regional Rural Banks and Local Area Banks. This initiative is part of the broader guidelines on Responsible Business Conduct.
The Reserve Bank of India has consolidated directions for Rural and Urban Co-operative Banks regarding customer protection in electronic banking transactions. This update aims to enhance regulatory compliance across co-operative banks.
RBI extends the period of directions issued to The Industrial Co-operative Bank Ltd. until January 2026.
RBI imposes a penalty of ₹63.60 lakh on Bank of Baroda for non-compliance with Fair Practices Code and KYC norms.
RBI announces a Variable Rate Repo auction for ₹75,000 Crore on July 06, aimed at managing liquidity.

The DRT ruled that a Tehsildar's possession letter does not extend SARFAESI limitation periods, asserting that borrowers must act within a 45-day window.
The Reserve Bank of India has introduced Master Direction on Credit Derivatives to regulate this emerging market segment effectively. The directions will impact all participants in the credit derivatives market.
The RBI has fined Bank of Baroda ₹63.60 lakh for non-compliance with KYC and Fair Practices Code regulations.
The Reserve Bank of India has levied a monetary penalty of ₹3.10 lakh on GIC Housing Finance for KYC non-compliance under the 1987 Act.
On July 6, 2026, the Reserve Bank of India will conduct a 3-day Variable Rate Repo auction to address liquidity conditions.

The Calcutta High Court mandated IndusInd Bank to refund 50% of the processing fee, holding a negotiated settlement consistent with RBI guidelines.