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Finance Ministry Notifies Aadhaar Authentication for CIBIL Credit Report Access

26 February 2026 at 09:20

The Finance Ministry has allowed TransUnion CIBIL to use Aadhaar authentication for credit report access. Aadhaar use is voluntary, and PAN, passport, voter ID and other documents remain valid alternatives.

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DGFT Extends Deadline for TRQ Applications Under Key FTAs for FY 2026-27

26 February 2026 at 08:40

DGFT extends TRQ application deadline to 15 March 2026 for FY 2026-27 under India-Sri Lanka FTA, India-Mercosur, and India-Mauritius CECPA, covering edible oils, spices, sugar, fish, apparel and beverages.

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Rs 590 Crore IDFC First Bank Fraud: Full Timeline, Govt Funds Recovery, Market Impact Explained

25 February 2026 at 08:54

IDFC First Bank faces scrutiny after a Rs 590 crore fraud linked to Haryana government accounts. Here's the timeline, investigation updates and market impact.

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FM Sitharaman Warns Banks: Mis-Selling Financial Products is an Offence, RBI to Tighten Rules

24 February 2026 at 08:58

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman warns banks that mis-selling financial products is an offence as the RBI prepares stricter guidelines to improve transparency, compliance and customer protection.

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RBI Issues Final Directions on Unique Transaction Identifier for OTC Derivatives

19 February 2026 at 08:10

The Reserve Bank of India has issued final directions on the Unique Transaction Identifier (UTI) for OTC derivative transactions after reviewing stakeholder feedback, aiming to enhance transparency and global aggregation of market data.

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SEZ Rules Amended in 2026: IFSCA Empowered to Issue Form GA for IFSC Units in GIFT City

18 February 2026 at 07:09

The SEZ Rules, 2026 amend Rule 19, empowering IFSCA to issue Form GA for IFSC units in GIFT City. Here's what the new approval framework means.

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India's Currency in Circulation Hits Record Rs 40 Lakh Crore Despite UPI Surge

18 February 2026 at 07:09

SBI Research reports 11% YoY growth in currency in circulation to Rs 40 lakh crore despite booming UPI payments. GST notices may have influenced cash use.

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RBI Issues New Amendment Directions on Capital Market Exposure to Boost Banking Finance

17 February 2026 at 07:00

RBI has issued Amendment Directions on Capital Market Exposure, enabling acquisition financing, easing lending norms against market securities and strengthening risk management for banks to support capital market growth while ensuring financial stability.

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Govt Amends LIC General Rules, Allows Reappointment for Up to Four Years

29 January 2026 at 07:18

Government notifies LIC General (Amendment) Rules, 2026, allowing reappointment of LIC officials for a further term of up to four years. Amendment effective from January 27, 2026.

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EU-India Free Trade Agreement Concluded: Biggest Trade Deal Ever

28 January 2026 at 07:01

The EU and India have concluded a historic Free Trade Agreement, eliminating tariffs on 96.6% of EU exports, boosting trade, services access and sustainability cooperation.

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