The RBI has declined banks’ request to stagger provisions for likely MTM losses in the March quarter. Banks had sought relief to cushion the impact of rising bond yields and a late-imposed $100 million cap on net open positions, both of which pressured treasury earnings.
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Equity markets saw broad-based selling pressure after weak monsoon forecasts raised concerns over food inflation, though falling crude oil prices and easing bond yields helped