RBI's Historic Measures to Stabilize the Rupee Explained | UPSC Economy Current Affairs 2026

RBI's Historic Measures to Stabilize the Rupee Explained | UPSC Economy Current Affairs 2026 Is the Indian Rupee in danger? Discover how the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and the Government of India are tackling the massive $40-50 billion Balance of Payments gap and stabilizing the currency amid the Middle East conflict! In this video, we dive deep into the recent economic crisis caused by FPI equity outflows (totaling $9.9 billion) and surging global crude oil prices. We break down the historic, coordinated measures announced by the RBI to attract foreign capital back into Indian bonds and equities. Key Topics Covered: The Rupee Depreciation: Why the INR depreciated by 6.7% against the US Dollar and how global financial conditions are playing a role. Fully Accessible Route (FAR) Expanded: How the inclusion of 15, 30, and 40-year Government Securities (G-Secs) will boost passive, index-tracking foreign investments. Tax Exemptions: Exploring the new income and capital gains tax exemptions for FPIs investing in sovereign bonds. FCNR(B) & ECB Reforms: How the RBI is covering hedging costs for 3-5 year FCNR(B) deposits and offering concessional swap facilities for PSUs. Equity Market Boost: The increase in Portfolio Investment Scheme (PIS) limits for Persons Resident Outside India (PROIs) up to 24%. Perfect for UPSC GS Paper 3, BPSC, and regulatory exams (RBI Grade B, SEBI)! 📌 Don't forget to LIKE, SHARE, and SUBSCRIBE for more expert Economy & International Relations breakdowns! Indian Rupee Depreciation, RBI Monetary Policy, Foreign Portfolio Investors, FPI Tax Exemption, Fully Accessible Route FAR, Government Securities G-Secs, External Commercial Borrowings ECB, FCNR(B) Deposits, Balance of Payments Crisis, UPSC Economy Current Affairs, GS Paper 3 Indian Economy, BPSC Economy, Middle East Crisis Economic Impact, Foreign Exchange Reserves India, PROI Equity Investment, RBI Grade B Current Affairs, Capital Flows India #IndianRupee #RBI #UPSCEconomy #ForexReserves #IndianEconomy #GSecs #CurrentAffairs #UPSC2026 #FinanceNews #MiddleEastCrisis