Economy, Banking and Finance · 29 March 2026

Reserve Bank of India (RBI) reports India’s forex reserves down USD 11.41 billion to USD 698.34 billion

Exam-focused facts from the 29 March 2026 current affairs briefing.

Key facts

  • India’s foreign exchange reserves fell by USD 11.41 billion to USD 698.34 billion in the week ending 20 March.
  • Gold reserves dropped USD 13.49 billion to USD 117.19 billion during the week.
  • Foreign currency assets rose USD 2.13 billion to USD 557.70 billion in the same week.
  • Special Drawing Rights (SDRs) declined USD 65 million to USD 18.63 billion.
  • India’s reserve position with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) increased USD 19 million to USD 4.83 billion.