RBI Highlights Growing Cash Circulation Amid Rising Digital Payments in India
RBI Deputy Governor Shirish Chandra Murmu highlighted the ongoing 'cash paradox' where currency in circulation in India grows at double-digit rates despite a decline in cash's share of individual transactions due to rising digital payments. Cash remains vital, especially in rural areas, among low-income groups, older populations, and small businesses. The RBI faces challenges in forecasting cash demand and is exploring ways to extend banknote durability and reduce the cash cycle's carbon footprint to maintain trust and monetary sovereignty.
First-hand measurement across 3 sources
We measured how 3 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (51/100). Lens Score 44/100.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (50–50/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
timesnow broke this story on 18 Aug, 06:56 am. Other outlets followed.