Reserve Bank of India (RBI) just slapped HDFC Bankwith a Rs 91 lakh penalty (order dated Nov 18, 2025) for outsourcing KYC compliance to third parties—a core function that’s strictly off-limits under RBI’s ironclad guidelines for ba...
Many NBFC Applications Get Rejected by the RBI — Here’s Why! ⚠️
Avoid Costly Mistakes Before You Apply
Every year, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) receives hundreds of applications for NBFC (Non-Banking Financial Company) registrati...
Avoid These 10 Common Mistakes When Registering an AIF
Registering an Alternative Investment Fund (AIF) with SEBI is a crucial step for fund managers and institutions looking to enter India’s alternative investment space. However, the regist...
Building a Fintech? One Data Leak Can Destroy Everything
In today’s digital-first world, launching a fintech startup is an exciting venture—but one security misstep can bring it all crashing down. Whether you're building a lending ...
RBI Fines Shriram Finance Limited: A Big Warning for NBFCs & Fintechs
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has imposed a penalty on Shriram Finance Limited, one of India’s leading NBFCs, for violating the central bank’s digital lending ...
Thinking of Buying an NBFC? Here’s How to Do It Right
Acquiring a Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC) can be a strategic move that opens doors to new business opportunities, especially in lending, fintech, and microfinance sectors. But here...