Competition from equity markets and technology will keep banks on their toes: RBI
Mumbai: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) said on Monday that banks will continue to face competition from non-bank sources...
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Why India’s television industry continues to grow in the age of OTT streaming
“OTT fulfils the need for personalised, mobile-first viewing, but communal content still lives on TV,” Suryavamshi said. “As long as...
Saregama-Bhansali deal: How Bollywood is learning to separate art, ownership and risk
Saregama’s investment in Sanjay Leela Bhansali–promoted Bhansali Productions without acquiring film IP signals a structural shift in Indian cinema financing....
Cross-border deals go bigger and bolder—2026 promises more
“Deals are certainly becoming larger and bolder, and we expect that to continue,” Maheshwari said, adding that clients will, however,...
How Indian IT developed a taste for acquisitions this year
IT's acquisition spree comes on the back of slowing growth. TCS, Infosys, HCLTech, Wipro and Tech Mahindra reported revenues of...
Mint Explainer | The rise of remote workers: Why countries are rolling out visas for digital nomads
Which countries are offering this?Antigua & Barbuda, Bermuda, and Croatia were among the first countries to introduce such a visa...
Bank holidays next week: Banks to remain closed on these days between 29 December-4 January — See region-wise full list
As the new year begins, banks across the country will observe a series of holidays and weekend closures between December...
Star power on pause: Why Bollywood is holding back on new film projects in 2025
The risk of putting together a theatrical outing remains quite high, according to experts, as the cost often doesn’t match...
Go big or go home: Battery swapping is coming to electric trucks
“Swappable batteries are typically smaller than fixed batteries. Swappable batteries are modular by design, usually around 1 to 1.5 kWh...
Why crop insurance has failed Kashmir’s fruit economy
Bhat’s family has tended these orchards for nearly 80 years. Each season, he weighs the risks—hailstorms in June and July,...
