RBI has told at least two state-owned banks to penalize corporate clients for breaching foreign exchange laws by obtaining guarantees from overseas banks. While such guarantees are barred under FEMA, RBI’s 2019 master direction allows them. The discrepancies between these regulations have led to confusion and potential legal conflicts, prompting RBI to demand regularization.
Sensex falls 70 points, Nifty below 23,900 as US-Iran tensions simmer
Indian stock markets opened lower on Wednesday. Sensex and Nifty saw minor declines. Investors are watching US strikes on Iran and their effect on peace