Monthly Archives: February 2013

Why this Kolaveri

During the last 10 days, Naavi.org has been discussing the implications of the discussion paper released by RBI for public comments on “Disincentivisation of the use and issuance of cheques”. We have pointed out several dimensions of the discussion paper … Continue reading

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Cooperative banks need to gear up to Internet Banking

The discussion paper on Disincentivisation of cheques issued by RBI has indicated a hard policy push towards use of E Banking in the form of Internet Banking and ATM. Many of the Cooperative Banks and Regional Rural Banks may not have … Continue reading

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Jurisdiction aspects in IIPM issue

According to the IIPM blocking report, the order to block 78 websites was based on a court order in Gwalior. The actual order of DIT however does not mention any Court order. It simply says “It has been decided to … Continue reading

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GOI blocks 78 URLs on IIPM issue

In a matter of grave concern to the activists of freedom of expression, CERT IN has ordered blocking of 78 URLs allegedly inimical to the interests of IIPM. Surprisingly the blocked URLs include a notification from UGC stating that IIPM … Continue reading

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Dear RBI Governor, Can you do what you are suggesting others?

I would like to draw the attention of RBI to the following paragraph in the discussion paper on Disincentivisation of Cheques issued by them. “companies, schools and educational institutions, etc which receive payment and (should) provide an immediate documentary evidence … Continue reading

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Dear Senior Citizens, You are unwelcome at Banks..implies RBI

The RBI discussion paper on “Disincentivisation of issuance and use of cheques”  wants to impose penalties for using cheques in banking transactions as also for cash withdrawals and deposits. Instead it urges people to shift to Internet banking and ATMs. … Continue reading

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