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Governor, Reserve Bank of India

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3 years
RTGS facility becomes operational 24X7 from 12.30 pm tonight. Congratulations to the teams from RBI, IFTAS and the service partners who made this possible.
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3 years
RBI Twitter account reaches one million followers today. A new milestone. Congratulations to all my colleagues in RBI.
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5 years
Assumed charge as Governor, Reserve Bank of India. Thank you each and everyone for your good wishes.
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5 years
Had a courtesy meeting with Honโ€™ble Union Minister @arunjaitley this evening.
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1 year
Thank you everyone for your good wishes on my birthday. ๐Ÿ™
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3 years
As we enter the 75th year of our independence, my warm greetings to everyone. Let us rededicate ourselves in service of the nation. ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ
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3 years
Thank you for the warm wishes for my birthday. Really touched.
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2 years
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4 years
I have tested COVID-19 positive. Asymptomatic.Feeling very much alright.Have alerted those who came in contact in recent days.Will continue to work from isolation. Work in RBI will go on normally. I am in touch with all Dy. Govs and other officers through VC and telephone.
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5 years
Was privileged to work with Shri Arun Jaitley on major reforms like GST,IBC,Monetary Policy framework,FDI liberalisation, etc. The way he navigated these structural changes was unparalleled. Unruffled in most challenging situations. Will be remembered as a major reformer.
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3 years
I have tested COVID-19 negative. Will be back in office next week. Thank you everyone for your good wishes for my early recovery.
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2 months
Thank you everyone for your good wishes on my birthday today. Your kind words mean a lot. A source of great motivation. ๐Ÿ™
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2 years
Thank you everyone for your good wishes for my birthday today. Warm regards.
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5 years
Good meeting of RBI Central Board. Wide ranging issues discussed.
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1 month
RBI enters its 90th year today. It has emerged as an institution which stands for stability, trust and growth. Many congratulations to the entire Team RBI, past and present for making this possible. Let us continue the journey with even greater dedication.
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1 year
Congratulations Team RBI for 88 years of dedicated service to the nation. Itโ€™s an humbling moment. A day to rededicate ourselves to the responsibilities of this national institution.
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5 years
Meetings with public sector banks completed. Shall meet representatives of private sector banks and cooperative banks next week.
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1 year
Had an excellent meeting with @BillGates on financial inclusion, payment systems, microfinance and digital lending, etc.
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1 year
Mr. @BillGates visited RBI Mumbai today and held wide ranging discussions with Governor @DasShaktikanta #RBI #rbitoday #rbigovernor #shaktikantadas #BillGates
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Where there is will and determination, there is light at the end of the tunnel. The agencies involved in the rescue operations, the rat miners and the 41 workers stuck in the tunnel have demonstrated it once again.Many congratulations.
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5 years
Deeply saddened by the untimely demise of Shri Arun Jaitley. No words to describe the sense of grief. A great personality.Unique combination of extraordinary knowledge,sharpness of mind and wisdom.Above all a good human being. May his soul rest in peace.
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8 months
Where there is will and determination, even the moon is not too far. Success of Chandrayaan-3 establishes this beyond doubt. Congratulations Team ISRO for this remarkable feat.
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Very sad to hear about the demise of Shri S.Venkitaramanan, former Governor of the RBI. He was an outstanding personality and public servant. Made immense contribution during periods of crisis. May his soul rest in eternal peace.
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7 years
Handed over charge as Secretary Eco Affairs on my retirement today. Very satisfying 37 years.
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7 years
Indelible ink is only for exchange of old notes.
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3 years
Sorry for the typo error. Itโ€™s 12.30 am tonight.
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@DasShaktikanta
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7 years
No plans to introduce โ‚น1000 notes. Focus is on production and supply of โ‚น500 and lower denomination notes.
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6 months
It was an honour and privilege to receive this award on behalf of the entire RBI family. Congratulations team RBI for your continued dedicated work.
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Reserve Bank of India is honoured to receive the Changemaker of the Year 2023 award from The Hindu businessline @businessline . Governor @DasShaktikanta received the award on behalf of RBI from Shri R K Singh @OfficeOfRKSingh , Honโ€™ble Union Minister of Power & New and Renewableโ€ฆ
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5 years
Held an interactive meeting with FPIs in Hongkong today. Good participation and discussion.
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5 years
Will hold meetings with MSME associations and representatives of NBFCs next week.
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@DasShaktikanta
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7 years
Amazon,better behave. Desist from being flippant about Indian symbols & icons. Indifference will be at your own peril.
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7 years
PM's review meeting of cash availability & supply started at 10 pm.Went on well past midnight.Several decisions taken.Briefed ANI at 1.30 am
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4 years
Will speak at SBI Virtual Conclave on Banking and Finance tomorrow 10.30 am.
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1 year
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5 years
Will meet the apex chambers/associations of industry and commerce tomorrow (17th January).
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@DasShaktikanta
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3 years
Deeply saddened by the demise of Dr.Guruprasad Mohapatra,Secretary DPIIT,GOI. A highly efficient and dedicated civil servant. Knew him as a former colleague through several interactions.Was always very responsive and constructive. May his soul rest in eternal peace.
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@DasShaktikanta
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7 years
Historic occasion in Lok Sabha. Four GST bills passed. Fortunate to witness this transformative moment.
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5 years
Participated in Investorsโ€™ Round table at Vibrant Gujarat 2019 today(18th January). Copy of my speech uploaded in RBI website.
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5 years
Small Finance Banks have an important role in promoting financial inclusion and priority sector lending. Will hold meeting with MD/CEOs of Small Finance Banks tomorrow.
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2 years
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@DasShaktikanta
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4 years
Deeply saddened by the demise of Shri Pranab Mukherjee.His knowledge and memory about independent Indiaโ€™s economic history were phenomenal.A sharp mind.A true statesman.Was privileged to work with him closely as Joint/Additional Secretary Budget.May his soul rest in peace.
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@DasShaktikanta
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5 years
Credit Rating Agencies (CRAs) have a critical role in the financial sector,its stability and efficient functioning. Held a meeting with MD/CEOs of CRAs yesterday as part of stakeholder consultation.
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@DasShaktikanta
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7 years
For public convenience, Banks will remain open on coming Saturday and Sunday.
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@DasShaktikanta
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4 years
Will deliver keynote address at Unlock BFSI 2.0 organised by Business Standard. Tomorrow 27th August at 10.30 am.
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@DasShaktikanta
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3 years
Will deliver the 39th Palkhivala Memorial Lecture on Saturday, January 16, 2021, at 11.00 am. Topic: Towards a Stable Financial System.
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2 years
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@DasShaktikanta
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7 years
Lot of misinformation being spread in social media. Please do not believe them.
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@DasShaktikanta
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4 years
Will address and interact with CII national council members at 11 am on Monday, 27th July, 2020. Looking forward.
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5 years
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4 years
Participated in virtual meeting of G20 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors today. Focused on macroeconomy, capital flows, cross border payments, transition from LIBOR and other issues.
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@DasShaktikanta
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7 years
Powerful and decisive step by govt to fight black money and use of fake currency notes for terror financing.
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@DasShaktikanta
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4 years
Will address the national executive and members of FICCI tomorrow (16th September) at 11 am.
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@DasShaktikanta
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3 years
Will address the Bombay Chamber of Commerce and Industry on 25th February 11 am as part of their 185th Foundation Day Celebration.
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@DasShaktikanta
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7 years
Small traders,cash savings in households,self employed small businesses can deposit 500/1000 notes upto 1 or 2 lakhs without fear.
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7 years
Fortunate to be in Central Hall of Parliament when history was made with the launching of GST.
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7 years
Indelible ink bottles being airlifted to all regions.
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7 years
Petrol/diesel bunks must accept old 500 & 1000 notes upto midnight tonight.Any refusal will invite serious action.
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7 years
Old Rs.500 & 1000 notes will be accepted in toll plazas,pharmacies,for onboard rail catering,LPG cylinder supplies, upto 11 Nov midnight.
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5 years
On conclusion of meetings of SAARC Central Bank governors and Board of Directors of Asian Clearing Union held in Bhutan, had a courtesy meeting with @PMBhutan His Excellency Dr.Lotay Tshering today at Thimphu.
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7 years
Big improvement in Indiaโ€™s ranking in World Bank Ease of Doing Business Report.Clear recognition of structural & admin reforms undertaken.
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7 years
Old 500 & 1000 notes to be accepted for payment of fees,charges,taxes,penalty to Central & State govts including municipalities,local bodies
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5 years
Will participate in the Conference of State Finance Secretaries tomorrow (18th March) organised by RBI in Mumbai. Looking forward to productive interaction.
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6 years
One year of demonetisation. Significant gains for the economy. Great memories of this day last year.
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6 years
Assumed charge as Member 15th Finance Commission today and as G20 Sherpa for India earlier.
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6 years
Huge improvement in Indiaโ€™s global ranking in Ease of Doing Business report of the World Bank. This will enhance competitiveness of Indian economy and generate higher investments,both domestic and foreign.
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4 years
Chaired the meeting of the Sub Committee of Financial Stability and Development Council today. All regulators and certain key Secretaries of GOI participated. Macroeconomic and financial stability issues were discussed.
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7 years
Bullet train project taking shape.Marks new beginning in transportation in India.Was part of its high level committee and loan negotiations.
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5 years
Attending the meeting of G20 Sherpas at Buenos Aires in Argentina in the run up to the Summit on 30th November and 1st December. Interesting and intense negotiations.
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7 years
Govt hospitals must receive old 500 & 1000 notes upto midnight tonight.Any refusal will invite serious action.
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@DasShaktikanta
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6 years
India Japan currency swap agreement will have positive impact on financing of our Current Account Deficit(CAD). A strong signal to our financial and currency markets.
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7 years
No withdrawal of any concession for farmers or for weddings. Aspects of Notification 3408 now included in 3407 as a technical correction.
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7 years
Those indulging in or colluding with money laundering or converting black money into white will not be spared.
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7 years
Use of indelible ink has started in Mumbai and Kolkata.
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7 years
Acceptance of old 500 & 1000 notes for payments in exempted categories will continue upto 14 Nov midnight with a few changes.
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7 years
Crackdown by agencies continue.More black money and new notes hauled.Strict action will follow.
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@DasShaktikanta
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6 years
Moodyโ€™s upgrade Indiaโ€™s credit rating after 13 years.A clear recognition of economic & institutional reforms;well paced shift towards formalisation of the economy;improvement in business climate;positive growth outlook.
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7 years
Thank you everyone for your good wishes on my retirement.
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7 years
In Petrol/diesel bunks customers have the choice of filling upto full 500 or 1000 rupees.Can avoid problems of getting back the change.
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Was privileged to work with outgoing President Shri Pranab Mukherjee in preparation of 4 Budgets when he was FM. A man of great wisdom.
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7 years
Complaints of cash out in ATMs being addressed.Request everyone to draw the cash they actually require.Overdrawal by some deprives others.
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3 years
Will speak at the Annual Day programme of Foreign Exchange Dealersโ€™ Association of India (FEDAI) on 26th November at 11.30 AM through VC.
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7 years
Use of indelible ink has started this morning with SBI Parliament Street branch,New Delhi.
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7 years
Game changing package of incentives announced by Finance Minister to promote digital transactions and cashless economy.
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7 years
Fortunate to have been associated with several key reforms and policy decisions as Secretary Revenue and Secretary Economic Affairs.
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7 years
Will continue to tweet on important issues. Ofcourse as a private person.
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7 years
Comment on amazon was as a citizen of India as I felt strongly about it. Nothing more should be read into it.
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Introduction of GST being watched internationally.Will catapult India to a much higher level of efficiency,competitiveness and transparency.
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Remain committed to economic reforms,ease of doing business & open trade.Sometimes get touchy when our icons are involved.
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7 years
Stories about digital lockers, additional compliance requirements for NRIs,etc totally false.
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7 years
Trails being pursued by agencies. Coordinated action underway. Result already visible. Will be more visible in coming days.
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7 years
Exemptions for use of old Rs.500 notes will end on 15 Dec midnight.Sections of media reporting wrongly as if it's tonight.
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Demand of commission by Petrol/diesel bunks is illegal. Will invite very serious action.
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Welcome reduction of interest rates by SBI. Loan disbursements expected to pick up. Positive for the economy.
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7 years
Congratulations @Pvsindhu1 for winning China Open. We are proud of you.
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