The Reserve Bank of India has clarified new rules for non-banking finance companies. Certain NBFCs with assets under Rs 1000 crore and no customer interaction can seek exemption from registration. However, these firms remain subject to other RBI regulations. Loans from directors or shareholders will be considered public funds. Activities like mutual fund distribution also disqualify them from this exemption.
Preferential allotment likely in PFC-REC merger to help Centre retain majority stake and government company status
The government is on the brink of a historic merger between Power Finance Corp and REC, with plans for preferential share allocation to retain public