Reliance Jio and Bank of Baroda (BoB) launch bob World Lite for JioPhone Prima 4G

Exam-focused facts from the 17 April 2026 current affairs briefing.

Key facts

Reliance Jio Infocomm Limited (Jio) and Bank of Baroda (BoB) have partnered to launch 'bob World Lite', a mobile banking application for feature phone users.
The application is specifically designed for the JioPhone Prima 4G device to expand digital banking access in semi-urban and rural areas.
The app features a lightweight, low-bandwidth architecture that supports keypad navigation and secure access.
Services offered include Unified Payments Interface (UPI) enabled Scan & Pay, money transfers, bill payments, and recharges.
The platform allows self-onboarding for both BoB customers and customers of other banks.
The app comes pre-loaded on new JioPhone Prima 4G devices and is available for download via the JioStore for existing users.