The͏ Reserve Bank of India (RBI) ͏ha͏s anno͏unced a landmark m͏ove that wil͏l re͏define how bo͏rrowers manage debt. From January 1, 2026, pre-pa͏yment ch͏arges on floating rate loan ͏sanc͏tione͏d ͏or renewed on or af͏t͏er t͏his date will be ͏elimi͏n͏ated͏ for eligible borrowers. ͏This change, outl͏ined ͏in͏ ͏the RBI’s Pre-payment Charges on Loans Directions, is designed […]
How Outdated Loan Management Systems Are Sabotaging Your Loan Officers’ Productivity
Loan officers work in a highly competitive and technologically changing lending landscape. Their productivity depends not only on their skills but also on the systems and tools that facilitate their day-to-day operations. Yet, most financial institutions continue to use outdated loan management systems (LMS) that are unable to keep up with modern demands, creating bottlenecks, […]
Choosing the Right Loan Management Software: 10 Questions Most Lenders Forget to Ask
Selecting the right Loan Management Software (LMS) can make or break a lending institution’s operational efficiency, compliance adherence, and ability to scale. As lenders increasingly digitise their workflows, the global market for loan management systems continues to expand. The digital lending platform market in India is projected to reach USD 23.77 billion by 2030, growing […]
Understanding the Recent R͏BI͏ Repo ͏͏Rate Cut and Its Impact on Lending Industry
The Reserve Bank of India’s 50 basis point cut in the repo rate, announced on June 6, 2025, presents a strategic juncture for lending institutions. By bringing the benchmark rate down from 6.00% to 5.50%, the RBI has not only signaled a shift to a neutral monetary stance but also opened the door for significant […]
Commercial Lending Compliance in India: A Complete Guide to Regulatory Challenges (2025)
India’s commercial lending sector has been on a steady growth path recently, with the numbers showing impressive record: gross banking credit increased to ₹143.3 lakh crore, more than ₹1.4 lakh crore worth of loan was sanctioned online just in 2023, and CIBIL expects NBFC loan books to grow by 13 to 15% during FY25-FY26. While […]
4 Warning Signs of Circular Trading in Bill Discounting: How to Prevent It
The financial compliance landscape is complex and requires a perfect balance between regulatory requirements, reporting, risk management protocols, and efficient transaction tracking systems to combat financial crimes. Circular trading in bill discounting is a common tactic used by fraudsters or criminals to hide or mask the source of their illicit funds. Therefore, it is crucial for […]