Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said the Bankers’ Books Evidence Bill, 2026, will create a technology-neutral framework for banking records by recognising electronic and digital documents, standardising certification and enabling their admissibility, validity and enforceability as evidence in courts
The government introduced the Bankers' Books Evidence Bill, 2026, in the Lok Sabha to replace the 1891 law, recognising digital and virtual banking records as admissible evidence, expanding the definition of bankers' books, and modernising the legal framework for technology-driven banking
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma inaugurated India’s first AI and digital-powered “phygital” bank branch in Guwahati. The branch aims to enhance financial inclusion, offering instant credit access via UPI and AI-enabled services to support entrepreneurs and small businesses
Indian banking is transforming rapidly as digital innovation replaces traditional services — the winners will be banks that balance trust with technology
State Bank of India has been named World’s Best Consumer Bank 2025 and Best Bank in India 2025 by Global Finance, New York. Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal lauded SBI’s role in driving financial inclusion and strengthening India’s growth story
Jio Payments Bank has launched 'Savings Pro', allowing account holders to earn up to 6.5 per cent interest on idle funds. Surplus balances above Rs 5,000 will be invested in overnight mutual funds, offering flexible redemption, transparency, and a fully digital process via the JioFinance app
Niyo said it plans to integrate Index's personal finance tracking features into its products especially NiyoX, that will give users access to 360 degree view of their earnings, savings, investments, insurances in a single view.
