RBI Opens Premature Redemption for Sovereign Gold Bonds Series V and VIII in July 2026
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has opened premature redemption for Sovereign Gold Bonds (SGB) 2018-19 Series V and 2019-20 Series VIII, with redemption dates on July 22 and July 21, 2026, respectively. Redemption prices are based on the average closing gold prices over the three preceding business days, fixed at Rs 14,218 per unit for Series V and Rs 14,170 for Series VIII. Investors can redeem bonds after five years from issue, with tax rules varying based on acquisition method. Returns have significantly exceeded original issue prices, reflecting gold price appreciation and interest payments.
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We measured how 5 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 (53/100). Lens Score 41/100.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (50–62/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
economictimes broke this story on 20 Jul, 06:12 am. Other outlets followed.