CBDT Notifies Exemption Allowing Indian Bank's Increased Shareholding in ASREC



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The Ministry of Finance has granted Indian Bank a temporary exemption from a key banking regulation, allowing it to retain a stake exceeding 30% in ASREC (India) Limited. This exemption, recommended by the RBI and valid until March 31, 2026, suspends the restriction under Section 19(2) of the Banking Regulation Act, which typically limits shareholding to 30%. ASREC is a crucial asset reconstruction company focused on recovering non-performing assets.

The Ministry of Finance has issued a notification granting Indian Bank a temporary exemption under the Banking Regulation Act, 1949, allowing it to continue holding over 30% stake in ASREC (India) Limited until March 31, 2026. The move comes following a recommendation from the Reserve Bank of India
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FAQ :

The notification grants Indian Bank a temporary exemption, allowing it to hold more than a 30% stake in ASREC (India) Limited.

The exemption is valid until March 31, 2026.

The exemption applies to sub-section (2) of Section 19 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949.

It restricts banks from holding shares in any company (other than a subsidiary) exceeding 30% of that company's paid-up capital.

ASREC (Asset Reconstruction Company - India) is a company involved in recovering non-performing assets (NPAs) in India.

The exemption was granted following a recommendation from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).




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