RBI to offer relief up to Rs 25,000 for small digital frauds. Source: RBI
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Firstpost06-02-2026, 17:50

RBI to Offer Up to Rs 25,000 Relief for Small Digital Frauds: No Questions Asked

  • RBI introduces a compensation framework for small-value digital frauds, up to Rs 25,000 per customer.
  • The framework covers cases where customers shared OTPs, provided the transaction is not mala fide.
  • Governor Sanjay Malhotra stated, 'no questions asked' for lost money, subject to checks.
  • Draft proposal suggests reimbursement of up to Rs 25,000 or 85% of the lost amount.
  • A shared-loss model is proposed: customers bear up to 15%, banks 15%, and RBI covers the rest.

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