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RBI has asked Banks to Transfer Benefits to Customers to Boost Digital Payments

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6 years ago

June 17, 2019

Reserve Bank of India made a declaration about lifting the charges on net banking services namely RTGS (Real Time Gross Settlement), and NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) to promote digital payments a few days ago. Now, the central bank has asked all the scheduled commercial banks to pass on the benefits to customers so as to increase the percentage of people using digital mode of payments on a daily basis.

On the other hand, the ATM charges are likely to rise as banks and other cash handling companies have expressed a demand to do so. Due to the increasing security costs, banks are asking RBI to increase the ATM charges to manage the increasing ATM costs of banks. Banks charge a maximum of Rs. 20 from a customer but they themselves have to pay Rs 30.

Since a lot of people use OnlineSBI and SBI net banking on a mass rate, there will be a sign of relief for such people after the RBI’s announcement to lift charges on net banking. Rajnish Kumar, the chairman of State Bank of India, has said that the motive of scrapping transaction charges for RTGS and NEFT is to boost digital payments. There will be a big relief for all the big businessmen who transfer a huge amount of money digitally.

In its official notification released by RBI, it has been clearly mentioned that RBI imposes minimum charges on banks for RTGS and NEFT transfers. Hence, banks should also give benefits to customers by reducing charges to promote digital payments among people. After taking into consideration the increasing demand to change the ATM charges, RBI has set up a committee under the CEO of Indian Banks’ Association (IBA) to address this issue.

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Turkish Textile Giant Sun Textile Solution Proposal for Drought

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4 hours ago

February 4, 2025

Jenny Jackson

While the World Health Organization (WHO) and the United Nations (UN) are seeking solutions to combat drought through various projects, Ekoten Textile, a subsidiary of Turkey’s textile giant Sun Textile, has developed a groundbreaking project in collaboration with a technology startup to minimize the intensive water consumption in the textile industry. This pioneering project, the first of its kind globally, will enable the recycling and reuse of up to 90% of the water used in textile production.

Drought is one of the most pressing issues facing the world today. According to WHO data, 40% of the global population is struggling with water scarcity. By 2030, up to 700 million people could be forced to migrate due to drought. The unconscious use of water in global production processes plays a significant role in the rapid depletion of clean water resources.

The textile industry is one of the sectors with the highest water consumption. In Turkey, while the food industry consumes 22% of the water used for industrial purposes, the textile sector follows closely with 18%. For instance, producing an average of 40 tons of products daily requires 2,500 tons of water, equivalent to the daily water consumption of approximately 10,000 people.

CLEAN WATER RESOURCES FOR HUNDREDS OF THOUSANDS OF PEOPLE EVERY DAY!

In textile production, where clean water resources are heavily consumed, the innovative success of the Turkish company stands out as a global best practice. This initiative will shape the future of the industry. The wastewater recycling project, developed through intensive R&D efforts, will ensure that over 90% of the required water is sourced from recycled supplies.

The reuse of wastewater in production will transform the fate of countries operating in the textile sector. By preventing the use of clean water resources for textile production, this project will free up clean water sources that can meet the daily needs of hundreds of thousands of people.

R&D ACTIVITIES IN 38 COUNTRIES WITH 380 PARTNERS!

Sun Textile places great emphasis on R&D activities, conducting research and development efforts with 380 partners across 38 countries. Sun Textile and its subsidiary Ekoten Textile export nearly 90% of their production, solidifying their identity as a leading exporter. The company ships products to numerous destinations worldwide, including European countries, the UK, and the US. Sun Textile, the leading ready-to-wear exporter in the Aegean Region, achieved a consolidated turnover of 250 million euros in the third quarter of 2024, continuing its active growth trajectory.

OFFERING CUSTOM DESIGNS TO CUSTOMERS

Sun Textile provides its own designed collections to leading brands in Europe and the UK. Ekoten Textile, its subsidiary, is among the most respected knitted fabric manufacturers in Turkey and Europe.

With a dedicated sales team for each major customer group and five design offices in three different countries, Sun Textile creates designs tailored to its customers’ needs. Its largest clients include the Inditex Group, H&M, Jimmy Key, Tesco, Kiabi, Marks & Spencer, and Next.

Sun Textile also extends its sustainability approach to social responsibility, notably for its high ratio of female employees. The company, which went public in 2022, is also listed in dividend indexes.