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  1. RBI Restricts Nagar Sahakari Bank, Cancels Yashwant Co-operative Bank Licence & SEBI Investor Onboarding Regulatory Sandbox Launch — India Regulatory Updates May 24, 2026

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    RBI Restricts Nagar Sahakari Bank, Cancels Yashwant Co-operative Bank Licence & SEBI Investor Onboarding Regulatory Sandbox Launch — India Regulatory Updates May 24, 2026

    This week's India Regulatory Updates  Covers RBI enforcement actions against co-operative banks, capital adequacy amendments, liquidity operations, and SEBI's Investor Onboarding Regulatory Sandbox launch.RBI issued directions under the Banking Regulation Act 1949 restricting Nagar Sahakari Bank Limited, Etawah from loans, investments, fresh deposits, and payments — with withdrawal limits set at ₹7,000 per depositor. RBI cancelled the licence of Yashwant Co-operative Bank Limited, Phaltan effective May 19, 2026, with depositors entitled to DICGC insurance claims up to ₹5,00,000. A separate monetary penalty was imposed on Aurangabad District Central Co-operative Bank for failure to submit credit information to all four Credit Information Companies.On capital adequacy, RBI invited comments on draft Capital Adequacy Amendment Directions 2026 covering Pillar 3 disclosure requirements for commercial banks and small finance banks — deadline June 2, 2026 via the Connect2Regulate portal. RBI also amended Investment Fluctuation Reserve directions and decided against activating the Counter-Cyclical Capital Buffer based on current indicator analysis.RBI conducted a five-day Variable Rate Repo auction under the Liquidity Adjustment Facility — notified amount ₹1,50,000 crore — and announced Government of India dated securities auction with bids via the e-Kuber system.SEBI launched the Investor Onboarding Regulatory Sandbox — a single-window multi-regulator framework for financial innovation with no application fee. Applications for hybrid products go to the IoRS Coordination Group hosted by RBI.Essential listening for CCOs, banking compliance officers, heads of capital adequacy, treasury leads, and risk officers at commercial banks, small finance banks, and co-operative banks in India.Carver RegWatch delivers weekly regulatory intelligence across  jurisdictions. Published May 24, 2026. For more information, visit the Carver Agents website. Also from Carver RegWatch this week: This Week in AI Regulations — EU AI Act high-risk classification guidelines, CNIL €487M record fines, China AI deepfake enforcementASEAN RegWatch — Bank Indonesia 50bps rate hike to 5.25%, MAS revokes Bsquared payment licence, Singapore insider trading convictionsUSA Regulatory Updates — SEC novel ETF regulatory review, California Hermes Bitcoin kiosk enforcement, IOSCO AI supervisory toolkitEU Regulatory Updates — EU AI Act consultation deadline June 23, CNIL cybersecurity enforcement priorities 2026, EU Solidarity Fund climate allocationMiddle East RegWatch — OFAC Adani $275M Iran sanctions settlement, OFAC Amin Exchange designation, UAE Drupal CVE-2026-8495 cybersecurity alertGlobal Regulatory Briefing — Bank of England CCP resolution paper, Malta tokenisation consultation, ASIC sustainability reporting focus 2026-27Find all series at The Carver Agents Podcast  Articles mentioned: Premature redemption under Sovereign Gold Bond (SGB) Scheme - Redemption Price for premature redemption of SGB 2020-21 Series-II due on May 19, 2026Directions under Section 35 A read with Section 56 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (AACS) – Nagar Sahakari Bank Ltd., EtawahRBI to conduct 5-day Variable Rate Repo (VRR) auction under LAF on May 20, 2026Auction of Government of India Dated SecuritiesRBI invites comments on the draft “Reserve Bank of India (Capital Adequacy) Amendment Directions, 2026”RBI imposes monetary penalty on The Aurangabad District Central Co-operative Bank Limited, BiharAddress by Chairman SEBI - Investor Awareness Program at BhubaneshwarRBI cancels the licence of The Yashwant Co-operative Bank Ltd., PhaltanRBI issues Amendment Directions on ‘Investment Fluctuation Reserve’Review of Requirement of Counter-Cyclical Capital Buffer

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  2. May 17

    [India] Key Regulatory Updates on Banking & Trade

    This episode covers essential regulatory developments across multiple sectors including licence cancellations, redemption prices for sovereign gold bonds, cooperative banking regulations, and trade investigations. The Reserve Bank of India has cancelled the licence of Sarvodaya Co-operative Bank Limited, Mumbai, prohibiting it from conducting banking activities and initiating winding-up procedures with deposit insurance claims up to ₹7,00,000. In another significant update, the redemption price for premature redemption of the Sovereign Gold Bond 2018-19 Series-III has been fixed at ₹7,102 per unit, based on recent average gold prices. Additionally, the Directorate General of Trade Remedies has launched an initial investigation into ductile cast iron tubes and pipes, setting timelines for verification visits and compliance with provisional measures. This episode also highlights government procurement policies promoting Make in India and MSME participation. For more information, visit the Carver Agents website. Articles mentioned: Auction of Government of India Dated SecuritiesPremature redemption under Sovereign Gold Bond (SGB) Scheme - Redemption Price for premature redemption of SGB 2018-19 Series-IIIRfP for Procurement of IT Infrastructure (Desktops, Laptops, Network Attached Storage) with IT Asset MangntRBI to conduct 3-day Variable Rate Repo (VRR) auction under LAFRBI cancels the licence of Sarvodaya Co-operative Bank Ltd., MumbaiMT C&R Agenda_6.3.26RF75/41-46-47-52 Ductile pipes (tubes and pipes of ductile cast iron)

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  3. May 11

    [India] RBI Auctions, Penalties & Policy Updates

    This episode covers critical regulatory updates affecting multiple sectors including loan waiver warnings, leadership appointments, government securities auctions, inflation targeting policies, and urban cooperative banks. The Reserve Bank of India has outlined the auction schedule for the new Government of India Dated Security (New GS 2036), detailing electronic bid submission timelines to ensure compliance and facilitate government borrowing. Additionally, RBI imposed a monetary penalty of 2 lakh on Pandharpur Urban Co-operative Bank Limited for unauthorized credit practices violating RBI guidelines. In monetary policy, the inflation targeting framework of 4% with ±2% tolerance has been renewed through March 2031, maintaining existing features and policy transparency. The podcast also highlights the appointment of Shri Rohit Jain as Deputy Governor of RBI, overseeing critical departments including financial markets regulation and risk monitoring. For more information, visit the Carver Agents website. Articles mentioned: Dall'interconnessione alla stabilità: lo sviluppo dei pagamenti transfrontalieri in un mondo frammentato04.05.2026 - Auction of Government of India Dated Security04.05.2026 - RBI imposes monetary penalty on Pandharpur Urban Co-operative Bank Ltd., Pandharpur, MaharashtraMay 05, 2026 - ‘Significant Indices’ under SEBI (Index Providers) Regulations, 2024May 05, 2026 - Advisory on Emerging Advanced Artificial Intelligence (AI) Tools for Vulnerability DetectionAddress by Chairman at IMC Capital Markets Conference 202604.05.2026 - RBI reiterates caution against unauthorised and misleading campaigns promising Loan Waivers04.05.2026 - Processing of Applications Received Under the Citizen’s Charter – Status as on April 30, 2026Poonam Gupta: Inflation targeting in India - the past, the present and the future04.05.2026 - Shri Rohit Jain takes over as RBI Deputy Governor

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  4. May 4

    [India] RBI’s Major Amendments on Credit & Asset Norms

    This episode covers comprehensive regulatory updates from the Reserve Bank of India impacting key sectors such as Resolution of Stressed Assets, Credit Risk Management, Loan Classification, Asset Classification, and Credit Risk in commercial banks. The RBI’s 2026 Directions introduce a forward-looking Expected Credit Loss-based asset classification and provisioning framework, replacing previous norms and reinforcing a staging system that retains existing Non-Performing Asset standards. Notably, the amendments also redefine financial statement disclosures by requiring separate reporting of provisions for Stage 1 and Stage 2 assets and detailed income recognition from investment portfolios. Another significant update is the allowance for banks to temporarily use the Export Credit Guarantee Corporation’s seven-category country classification system for credit risk management until internal rating systems are adopted. Additionally, the new Capital Adequacy guidelines clarify the inclusion of general provisions and excess provisions in Tier 2 capital under specified limits, enhancing prudential norms. For more information, visit the Carver Agents website. Articles mentioned: Reserve Bank of India (Commercial Banks – Financial Statements: Presentation and Disclosures)- Seventh Amendment Directions, 2026Reserve Bank of India (Commercial Banks – Credit Risk Management) - Second Amendment Directions, 2026Reserve Bank of India (Commercial Banks – Classification, Valuation, and Operation of Investment Portfolio)- Amendment Directions, 2026Reserve Bank of India (Commercial Banks - Asset Classification, Provisioning and Income Recognition) Directions, 2026Reserve Bank of India (Commercial Banks – Credit Facilities) Second Amendment Directions, 2026Reserve Bank of India (Commercial Banks – Asset Liability Management) - Amendment Directions, 2026Reserve Bank of India (Commercial Banks – Resolution of Stressed Assets) Amendment Directions, 2026Reserve Bank of India (Commercial Banks – Income Recognition, Asset Classification and Provisioning) Repeal Directions, 2026Reserve Bank of India (Commercial Banks - Prudential Norms on Capital Adequacy) Third Amendment Directions, 2026Reserve Bank of India (Commercial Banks - Capital Charge for Credit Risk – Standardised Approach) Directions, 2026

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  5. Apr 27

    [India] Key Regulatory Updates on Investment & Banking

    This episode offers an in-depth look at recent regulatory developments across key Indian sectors including Overseas Direct Investment, Environmental Clearance, Directive Extensions for banks, Rupee Denominated Bonds, and Banking Regulation. Notably, the Reserve Bank of India announced detailed procedures for the auction of Government of India dated securities via its e-Kuber system, emphasizing transparency and compliance for bidders. Additionally, the RBI extended the directive period for The Konark Urban Co-operative Bank Limited by three months, maintaining original terms while ensuring continued oversight. Environmental compliance remains a priority with updates from the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change mandating stringent emission controls and pollution monitoring for thermal power plants. Furthermore, data releases on External Commercial Borrowings and Overseas Direct Investment provide vital insights for market participants. For more information, visit the Carver Agents website. Articles mentioned: Auction of Government of India Dated Securitiesइथे क्लिक कराDirections under Section 35A read with Section 56 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 – The Konark Urban Co-operative Bank Ltd., Ulhasnagar – ExtensionPMI Hosts Masterclasses at India’s Carbon Market Flagship EventFCA spearheads global action to stop illegal finfluencersList of DCs for RCO based on EC Act thresholdPDF - Risk Management and Inter-Bank DealingsRBI releases data on ECB / FCCB / RDB for February 2026Overseas Direct Investment for March 2026Result: Conversion/Switch Auction of Government of India Securities

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  6. Apr 20

    [India] Regulatory Insights: IoRS & GIFT City Updates

    This episode dives into the latest regulatory advancements impacting India's financial and cybersecurity sectors, highlighting the newly introduced Integrated or Inter-operable Regulatory Sandbox (IoRS) framework. We also cover the evolving cybersecurity compliance requirements and the significant international banking development involving GIFT City. The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has launched IoRS, a unified sandbox mechanism enabling hybrid financial product testing across multiple regulators via a single application process coordinated by the Reserve Bank of India. Additionally, SEBI mandates regulated entities to comply with the Cyber Security and Cyber Resilience Framework (CSCRF) and adopt cloud services aligned with prescribed standards. In procurement news, a corrigendum to the Cyber Risk Insurance Policy RFP enforces stringent bidder criteria, including detailed project disclosures and restrictions on procurement from countries sharing a land border with India. Internationally, Mega International Commercial Bank from Taiwan has secured approval to establish a branch in Gujarat International Finance Tec-City (GIFT City), marking a key development in cross-border financial services regulated under local Indian laws. For more information, visit the Carver Agents website. Articles mentioned: NISM Certification for Social Impact AssessorsCorrigendum-RFP for Cyber Risk Insurance Policy (Bid Number: GEM/2026/B/7410357)同意兆豐國際商業銀行申請於印度設立古吉拉特邦金融特區(GIFT ......同意兆豐國際商業銀行申請於印度設立古吉拉特邦金融特區(GIFT City)分行

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  7. Apr 13

    [India] Key Updates on FPI Limits & Regulatory Sandbox

    This episode provides an in-depth look at recent regulatory developments affecting Government Securities, investment limits for Foreign Portfolio Investors, and innovative regulatory frameworks in India. The Reserve Bank of India has confirmed that Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) will maintain the same investment limits for the fiscal year 2026-27: 6% in Government Securities, 2% in State Government Securities, and 15% in corporate bonds. Additionally, investments under the Voluntary Retention Route are now included in the General Route limits effective April 1, 2026, superseding prior circulars. SEBI’s Chairman introduced the Inter-operable Regulatory Sandbox (IoRS), a pioneering platform enabling entities to test hybrid financial products involving multiple regulators via a single application. This platform mandates adherence to the Principal Regulator’s sandbox framework coordinated with Associate Regulators, with no application fee but possible sandbox fees. For more information, visit the Carver Agents website. Articles mentioned: Limits for investment in debt and sale of Credit Default Swaps by FPIsAddress by Chairman SEBI at CII 19th Corporate Governance Summit

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  8. Mar 30

    [India] Regulatory Insights on Inflation, SEBI & Agriculture

    This episode covers pivotal regulatory developments impacting multiple sectors including cybersecurity, agriculture, and international pharmaceutical standards. The Reserve Bank of India’s inflation target remains steady at 4%, reinforcing economic stability for the next five years. In agriculture, the Soil Health Card Scheme continues to support farmers by promoting precise fertiliser optimization based on soil data, helping to boost crop productivity. SEBI introduces the Inter-regulatory Oversight and Regulatory Sandbox (IoRS), aimed at streamlining hybrid financial product testing under multiple regulators, alongside clarifications on the Cybersecurity and Cyber Resilience Framework. Additionally, Afghanistan’s official recognition of the Indian Pharmacopoeia marks a significant milestone for quality control in medicines. For more information, visit the Carver Agents website. Articles mentioned: Soil Health Card SchemeEase of Doing Business Measures - Relaxations for Stock BrokersKey Decisions in SEBI Board MeetingPress Note Recognition Indian Pharmacopoeia AfghanistanGovernment Retains 4% Inflation Target

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