India’s Reserve Bank tightens regulatory framework for loan recovery, limiting contact hours, banning harassment, and regulating device locking from January 2027, aiming to protect borrowers while modernising practices. India’s central bank has set out a tougher framework for loan recovery,…
The Reserve Bank of India’s draft rules to ban revolving credit by non-banking financial companies may lead to significant product redesigns, affecting corporate, MSME, and personal lending sectors, according to Morgan Stanley. The Reserve Bank of India’s proposed restrictions on…
India’s Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act faces renewed scrutiny as the government seeks to position the law as a regulatory measure rather than a tool for restricting religious activities or foreign funding, amidst ongoing debates over civic space and religious independence.…
The Reserve Bank of India is drafting rules that could allow lenders to disable functions on smartphones and tablets only for loans overdue by 60 to 90 days, marking a significant shift in enforcement practices and borrower protections in digital…
As India’s savings account rates recalibrate in 2026, the disparity between public and private banks grows, prompting savers to reassess where they park their cash amidst varying yields and tiered structures. Savings account rates in India are moving again in…
The latest Purchasing Managers’ Index data for July indicates a solid recovery in business activity across major economies, though continued cost pressures raise questions about sustainability of growth, making PMI insights crucial for investors strategising ahead of harder data. For…
Experts highlight that effective diversification for small portfolios prioritises simplicity, clear asset roles, and understanding over sheer number of holdings, with recent guidance stressing ease of management and disciplined rebalancing. Diversification is often misunderstood as simply buying more investments, but…
Thor Fortune is prioritising diversification and active management to navigate a volatile market landscape, with a cautious but adaptable strategy designed to balance risk and reward amid macroeconomic uncertainties. Thor Fortune is presented as a vehicle for navigating a market…
Section 44AD, a key provision for small Indian entrepreneurs, sees adjustments in eligibility and compliance requirements for the assessment year 2026-27, affecting how small businesses report taxable income under the Income-tax Act 1961. Section 44AD remains one of the simplest…
As India considers reintroducing merchant fees on its flagship UPI system, the move risks stirring domestic political and international trade tensions, with implications for the future of its digital infrastructure and US-India economic relations. India’s debate over whether to reintroduce…
