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New Delhi: Various high-frequency indicators for May 2025 point towards resilient economic activity in India across the industrial and services sectors amid the elevated global uncertainty, according to the RBI’s monthly economic bulletin released on Wednesday. Agriculture showed a broad-based increase in production across most major crops during 2024-25. The domestic prices situation remains benign…
This is a representational AI image ‘I’m bloody terrified currently,’ this is how people are reacting when it comes to taking flights after Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad on June 12. The flying anxiety has skyrocketed among flyers after the deadly incident that claimed 242 lives, with many taking experts’ help to overcome the…
Jaipur, Jun 25 (PTI) Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma and Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Wednesday held a telephonic discussion on the Firozpur Feeder Reconstruction Project, a joint initiative critical for the canal irrigation system in northwest Rajasthan. According to an official statement, the ₹647.62 crore project, aimed at strengthening the Gang Canal system…
The list of those preaching abstinence, in fact, is a long and distinguished one. Investing legend Charlie Munger listed liquor as among the three ways a smart person can go broke (the other two being ladies and leverage). But as Berkshire Hathaway’s investing activities over the years demonstrated, there’s a difference between consuming alcohol and…
I took out a ₹38 lakh home loan at 9.25% interest in 2022. With rates softening slightly, I’m considering refinancing. However, I also have a car loan and a personal loan, and my credit score is 715. Should I wait until rates drop further or switch now? What factors should I evaluate? Will refinancing frequently…
File photo of The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) logo. | Photo Credit: Reuters Amid global uncertainties, various high-frequency indicators point towards resilient economic activity in India across the industrial and services sectors, the Reserve Bank Bulletin said on Wednesday (June 25, 2025). “The global economy is in a state of flux, reeling from…
NEW DELHI: French major Safran Aircraft Systems on Wednesday announced the construction of a new MRO (maintenance, repair, overhaul) shop at Hyderabad dedicated for the M88 turbofan engines of Rafale fighter jets.This comes shortly after aircraft manufacturer Dassault Aviation also tied up with Tata Advanced Systems Limited to manufacture fuselage of Rafale fighters at Hyderabad,…
Essel Kotak Dispute Status: An Essel Group firm, Konti Infrapower and Multiventures, has filed a petition with the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) against Kotak Asset Management Company (AMC), alleging failure to fulfil contractual obligations. The company claims that Kotak AMC, acting as a corporate debtor, has not repaid dues amounting to ₹12.99 crore under…
Snapshots from viral video (Image: @susantananda3/ X) In a heartwarming moment that’s gone viral, a baby elephant was caught delightfully grabbing a snack from a roadside fruit cart during a leisurely walk with its herd. The tiny calf, full of curiosity and innocence, gently took a fruit on display, creating a beautiful moment of co-existance…
President Donald Trump raised hopes of de-escalating the Middle East conflict after Iran’s strike against a US base, saying the attack was “very weak” and telegraphed ahead of time by Tehran. “I want to thank Iran for giving us early notice, which made it possible for no lives to be lost, and nobody to be…
HDB Financial Services IPO: HDB Financial Services’ initial public offering (IPO) is a book-built issue offering stock market investors a fresh issue of equity shares amounting to ₹2,500 crore along with an offer-for-sale (OFS) component of ₹10,000 crore. The IPO opened for public subscription on Wednesday, 25 June 2025, and is scheduled to close on…
While there are credit cards for almost every spending need these days, is it possible to have one that matches your specific personal requirements? Build Your Own Credit Card (BYOC) or customised credit card allows you to do just that. BYOC enables you to customise various aspects of your credit card to suit your preferences…
We’ve all heard of retirement—that long-anticipated moment when you finally hang up your boots. In recent times, the concept of a sabbatical has gained ground. Women have taken sabbaticals to care for newborns, while men and women looking to test the waters as entrepreneurs have done the same. A mini retirement is slightly different. Unlike…
Some of the particular success stories of the PLI schemes in enhancing exports are in textile sector, an official release said. Representational file image. | Photo Credit: EMMANUAL YOGINI The government’s Production-Linked Incentive scheme has seen the government provide ₹21,534 crore worth of incentives in various sectors, thereby attracting investments worth ₹1.76 lakh crore, according…
Image for representation only | Photo Credit: Reuters The rupee gave up its gains and settled for the day lower by 2 paise at 86.07 (provisional) against the US dollar on Wednesday, on recovery in global crude oil prices and the U.S. Dollar index. A strong show in the domestic equity markets prevented steep losses…
Bikram Majithia (File photo) NEW DELHI: Punjab Vigilance Bureau on Monday in a statement said the SIT investigation has found that Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) leader Bikram Singh Majitha was allegedly involved in laundering Rs 540 crore “drug money”.According to preliminary findings, over Rs 540 crore in illicit funds were laundered through various channels, including…
