Break free from minimum balance rules: 5 banks that no longer require a minimum balance for savings accounts

State Bank of India (SBI) is likely to issue tier-II bonds worth ₹5,000 crore by August, with preliminary discussions already underway, according to a recent report.

The State Bank of India (SBI) is planning to raise ₹5,000 crore through tier-II bonds by August, according to a report. The move is part of the bank’s efforts to strengthen its capital base and meet the regulatory requirements. Tier-II bonds are a type of debt...
Break free from minimum balance rules: 5 banks that no longer require a minimum balance for savings accounts

Following RBI’s rate cut, major banks slash savings account interest rates, with SBI plunging to 2.5% and HDFC, ICICI reducing to 2.75%.

Major banks in India, including State Bank of India (SBI), HDFC Bank, and ICICI Bank, have reduced their interest rates on savings accounts following a 50 basis point repo rate cut by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) in June 2025. The cumulative rate cut for this year...
Break free from minimum balance rules: 5 banks that no longer require a minimum balance for savings accounts

Home Loan Comparison: Public or Private Banks – Who Offers the Best Deals After RBI’s 50 bps Repo Rate Cut?

The Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) recent 50 basis points (bps) repo rate cut has led to a significant reduction in home loan interest rates. Both public and private banks have reduced their lending rates, making it an attractive time for homebuyers to avail of...