FM asks rural banks to step up credit to leverage consumption boost from GST cuts
Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman has asked rural banks to leverage the consumption boost from lower goods and services tax rates...
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Jio Platforms Q2 profit rises 13% on premium push, broadband demand ahead of IPO
IPO-bound Jio Platforms on Friday reported a steady growth in the July–September quarter, powered by a growing user base, strong...
Bank holiday on Diwali 2025: Are banks closed for Dhanteras on October 18? Check details, holiday list
Bank holiday on Diwali: Banks across several parts of the country will be closed on certain days of the upcoming...
‘Traffic light’ warning system aims to shield Indian drug exporters from payment delays, defaults
The move directly addresses a surge in delayed payments, primarily from key growth markets in Africa and Latin America. It...
Donald Trump aide’s crypto-friendly bank gets US approval to operate — Can Indians open accounts at Erebor Bank?
US regulators have given the green signal to a new, tech and crypto-friendly bank to operate in the country.Called Erebor...
The microloans driving India’s festive shopping—from smartwatches to protein powders
Fintech startups such as Snapmint and Kiwi are seeing a rush of young shoppers avail low-interest consumer loans for their...
Maharashtra’s 24/7 operations could help boost cinema business, pave the way for other metros
NEW DELHI : Movie theatres are expecting increased footfalls and business from entertainment avenues, including cinemas allowed to remain open...
Worried about UPI frauds amid festive season? NPCI shares 5 tips for secure digital payments
Diwali 2025: For individuals concerned about Unified Payments Interface (UPI) fraud or falling victim to scams while making digital transactions...
Soft demand, cost pressures may keep India’s airlines on a turbulent path
The slowdown is most visible in the domestic segment, which accounts for nearly 80% of total air traffic. Domestic passenger...
HDFC Life to cut agent commissions as GST impact hits financials
“From a customer perspective, definitely the entire benefit is being passed on to customers," chief financial officer Niraj Shah told...