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RBI to raise large exposure limit for upper layer NBFC-IFCs to 45% from 35% of eligible capital base
The Reserve Bank of India has boosted lending limits for top infrastructure finance firms, allowing them to extend up to 45% of their capital to connected borrowers, a significant increase from 35%. This move aims to support the crucial infrastructure sector.

Equitas Small Finance Bank board clears ₹1,750 crore capital raising plan
Shares of Equitas Small Finance Bank Ltd ended at ₹77.12, up by ₹0.070, or 0.091%, on the BSE.
Board of Equitas Small Finance Bank approves change in CFO
At meeting held on 24 June 2026
Board of Equitas Small Finance Bank approves fund raising up to Rs 1750 cr
At meeting held on 24 June 2026
Equitas SFB board approves proposal to raise fund amounting to Rs 1,750 crore
Equitas Small Finance Bank said that its board has approved proposals to raise fund aggregating to Rs 1,750 crore through issue of equity and debt securities.

World Bank Approves $1.5 Billion Finance Plan To Support India's Structural Reforms
The operation is aligned with the World Bank Group's Country Partnership Framework for India for fiscal 2026-31.

ADB Sees India As Biggest Private Sector Market; Targets $1 Billion Direct Support in 2026
Last month, ADB and Standard Chartered Bank signed agreements to strengthen supply chain finance in India through risk-sharing arrangements covering both US dollar and rupee transactions.
SBI, Axis Bank among lenders set for $2 billion ECB fundraising via RBI swap
Major Indian banks, including SBI, Axis Bank, and Bank of Baroda, alongside Power Finance Corporation, are set to raise over $2 billion from overseas markets next week. This move capitalizes on the Reserve Bank of India's 1.5% fixed-rate swap incentive for external commercial borrowings, aimed at bolstering the rupee. HDFC Bank's recent successful dollar bond sale has spurred this wave of fundraising.
SBI, Axis Bank among lenders set for $2 billion ECB fundraising via RBI swap
Major Indian banks, including SBI, Axis Bank, and Bank of Baroda, alongside Power Finance Corporation, are set to raise over $2 billion from overseas markets next week. This move capitalizes on the Reserve Bank of India's 1.5% fixed-rate swap incentive for external commercial borrowings, aimed at bolstering the rupee. HDFC Bank's recent successful dollar bond sale has spurred this wave of fundraising.
NSE Indices launches Nifty Sugar & Ethanol, Nifty Small Finance Banks & MFIs indices
The Nifty Sugar & Ethanol Index comprises 15 stocks from the FMCG sector that are directly engaged in sugar or ethanol manufacturing and production. The index is designed to track the performance of the largest eligible companies based on six-month average free-float market capitalisation.
HDFC Securities explains why 24,150 is key for Nifty; recommends 2 stocks
Stocks to buy today: Vinay Rajani of HDFC Securities has a positive outlook on Equitas Small Finance Bank and Titagarh Rail Systems.
Areion seeks RBI approval for Rs 936 crore Aviom takeover
Areion Group is seeking Reserve Bank of India approval for its acquisition of Aviom India Housing Finance. The deal, valued at ₹936 crore, is undergoing rigorous review. The RBI will closely examine the source of funds and Areion Group's governance. This assessment ensures the acquisition is backed by legitimate capital.