RBI’s February 2026 Amendment: NBFCs Can Now Open Branches Without Prior Approval
The RBI has proposed a major amendment to NBFC branch authorisation norms, allowing eligible NBFCs to open branches without prior approval or intimation, marking a shift towards simplified, principle-based regulation.
Supreme Court Challenge to BNSS Allowing Judges in Prosecution Roles
A lawyer has moved the Supreme Court challenging BNSS provisions that allow serving or retired judges to head state prosecution offices, alleging violation of judicial independence and separation of powers.