SEBI Revises Valuation Norms for Physical Gold and Silver Held by Mutual Funds The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has issued a circular on valuation of physical gold and silver held by mutual fund schemes. The circular outlines changes in valuation methodology to be implemented from April 1, 2026. Read More: https://thekanal.in/en-IN/details/sebi-revises-valuation-norms-for-physical-gold-and-silver-held-by-mutual-funds-70657 #banking

Alleged Denial of Pension to Eligible Retirees by Bihar Gramin Bank Draws Attention A representation has been submitted highlighting alleged irregularities in pension disbursement. The issue concerns eligible retirees and resignees of Bihar Gramin Bank under existing pension regulations. Read More: https://thekanal.in/en-IN/details/alleged-denial-of-pension-to-eligible-retirees-by-bihar-gramin-bank-draws-attention-55261 #banking

UP Gramin Bank Officers’ Association Seeks Negotiable Instrument Act Holiday on March 3 Ahead of Holi 2026 The Uttar Pradesh Gramin Bank Officers’ Association (UPGBOA) has submitted formal representations seeking declaration of March 3, 2026, as a holiday under the Negotiable Instruments Act. The request has been made in view of Holi celebrations scheduled for March 4, 2026. Read More: https://thekanal.in/en-IN/details/up-gramin-bank-officers-association-seeks-negotiable-instrument-act-holiday-on-march-3-ahead-of-holi-2026-6838 #banking

CBEA Holds 5th Triennial Conference in Raipur; Focus on Privatisation, Labour Codes and Sectoral Challenges Chhattisgarh Bank Employees Association (CBEA)’s 5th Triennial Conference in Raipur concluded successfully, with AIBEA General Secretary C.H. Venkatachalam addressing key banking and labour policy issues. Read More: https://thekanal.in/en-IN/details/cbea-holds-5th-triennial-conference-in-raipur-focus-on-privatisation-labour-codes-and-sectoral-challenges-27028 # #banking

Exclusive: Indian Bank Karaikudi Zone: Officers Submit Complaint Alleging Harassment, Irregularities and Intimidation Indian Bank Karaikudi Zone officers submit representation alleging harassment, intimidation, procedural irregularities in renovation works, and workplace rights violations, seeking impartial investigation. Read More: https://thekanal.in/en-IN/details/exclusive-indian-bank-karaikudi-zone-officers-submit-complaint-alleging-harassment-irregularities-and-intimidation-57126 #banking

Proposed Privatisation of IDBI: Concerns Raised in Letter to Finance Minister Former Union Secretary E A S Sarma has written to the Finance Minister raising legal, social and policy concerns over the proposed privatisation of IDBI Bank.He highlights issues related to land assets, employee protections, reservation policies and parliamentary assurances, while questioning the implications of the ongoing disinvestment process. Read More: https://thekanal.in/en-IN/details/proposed-privatisation-of-idbi-concerns-raised-in-letter-to-finance-minister-29453 # #banking

‘Regularise Daily Wage Workers in Kerala Gramin Banks’ Kerala Gramin Bank has relied on daily wage workers in the Office Attendant post for many years without making permanent appointments, denying them job security and fair wages. The Kerala Gramin Bank Employees’ and Officers’ Unions demand the immediate regularisation of these long-serving workers, in line with court rulings and existing agreements. Read More: https://thekanal.in/en-IN/details/regularise-daily-wage-workers-in-kerala-gramin-banks-34184 #banking

BOIOO Seeks One Time Old Pension Option for Pre 2010 Bank of India Recruits The Bank of India Officers’ Organisation (BOIOO) has urged the Indian Banks’ Association to grant a one time option for Bank of India employees recruited before 1 April 2010 to join the Old Pension Scheme. The request follows conciliation proceedings, references and recent government orders on pension eligibility. Read More: https://thekanal.in/en-IN/details/boioo-seeks-one-time-old-pension-option-for-pre-2010-bank-of-india-recruits-37501 #banking

RRB Reform Push Gains Ground After Officers’ Biennial Conference in Guwahati The All India Regional Rural Bank Employees Association (AIRRBEA) renewed its demand for a uniform administrative structure and standardised designations to strengthen RRB autonomy, while the Assam Gramin Vikash Bank Officers’ Association discussed organisational and service issues at its biennial conference in Guwahati. Subscribe Channel and Watch More: https://youtube.com/shorts/oPZwVuUSGLQ?si=4QawVrG3h-kPha_C #banking

Perquisite Tax: Karnataka Grameena Bank to Bear Staff Loan Tax for FY 2025–26 Karnataka Grameena Bank has decided to bear 100 per cent of the tax liability on concessional and interest free staff loans or the perquisite tax for the financial year 2025–26 as part of its employee welfare measures. The move comes during the final quarter of the financial year, with the Bank focusing on improving deposits, advances, CASA mobilisation and recovery of non performing assets. Read More: https://thekanal.in/en-IN/details/perquisite-tax-karnataka-grameena-bank-to-bear-staff-loan-tax-for-fy-202526-42804 #banking