The Reserve Bank of India announced it will purchase Rs 1.25 lakh crore government bonds in open market operations (OMO) in four tranches spread across May, the calendar likely aimed to drive down yields before the new 10-year auction is scheduled on Friday, treasury experts said.
Patchy rains may hit rural lending, banks stay cautious
Bankers are closely watching monsoon rains and their impact on rural credit. Uneven rainfall poses inflation risks for summer crops and rural incomes. A strong