New cheque payment rule is now in effect from Jan 1, 2021- All you need to know

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has introduced a new rule for cheque payments from January 1, 2021. It is called 'positive pay system' for cheques, under which re-confirmation of key details may be needed for payments beyond Rs 50,000. Availing of this facility would be at the discretion of the account holder. However, banks may consider making it mandatory in case of cheques for amounts of Rs 5 lakh and above. Here is everything about this new rule for cheque payments.