Banks to be told to step up FCNR (B) depositsBanks will now encourage more foreign currency deposits. The Reserve Bank of India will cover all hedging costs for these deposits. This mo...
08 Jun, 2026, 01.12 AM IST
India’s economy faces threats that currency band-aid can’t fixIndia's government and central bank have launched new measures to attract foreign investment. These steps aim to boost the rupee and bring ...
05 Jun, 2026, 09.34 PM IST
Trinamool on edge as dissent, leadership criticism spark Shiv Sena-style split buzzThe Trinamool Congress is facing internal challenges. Reports suggest a crumbling party structure and dissident MLAs are raising concerns. ...
02 Jun, 2026, 11.55 PM IST
A Rs 3 hike makes India’s inflation battle somewhat harderIndian Oil Marketing Companies have increased petrol and diesel prices by Rs 3 per litre each, and CNG by Rs 2/kg, following daily losses o...
15 May, 2026, 03.25 PM IST
The Rs 3 relief that wasn't: Why investors are dumping oil stocks after long-awaited petrol, diesel price hikeShares of HPCL and BPCL fell up to 3% despite the first fuel price hike since 2022, as investors worried the increase would not offset moun...
15 May, 2026, 11.51 AM IST
Fuel price hike may push up freight costs by 3%: Transport operatorsFuel prices have surged in West Bengal, impacting transport costs. Operators anticipate a three percent rise in freight charges. They are u...
15 May, 2026, 11.19 AM IST
BIT-Mesra inks MoU with Arizona State University to boost global academic engagementBirla Institute of Technology (BIT), Mesra, has partnered with Arizona State University for academic exchange and joint knowledge-sharing. ...
13 May, 2026, 12.54 PM IST
West Bengal winner list 2026: As BJP wins over 200 seats in stunning victory, check full list of TMC, Congress winners hereThe Bharatiya Janata Party secured a strong lead in West Bengal's election and bagged 207 seats. This outcome presents a significant challe...
05 May, 2026, 06.41 PM IST
West Bengal Assembly Election Phase 2: Full list of key constituencies, candidates including Mamata Banerjee, Suvendu AdhikariWest Bengal Phase 2 Elections 2026: West Bengal gears up for the second phase of its Assembly elections. Polling will cover 142 constituenc...
28 Apr, 2026, 08.53 PM IST
Stable India growth outlook masks hit to vast informal sector, say economists: Reuters pollIndia's economy is expected to grow steadily, but the country's large informal sector is facing significant challenges due to global confli...
28 Apr, 2026, 07.04 AM IST
Impact on growth and inflation to depend on duration of West Asia conflict: MPC saysRBI policymakers acknowledged that a prolonged West Asia conflict poses risks to India's economic growth and inflation, though the economy ...
22 Apr, 2026, 11.08 PM IST
Hormuz crisis casts long shadow on India growth, inflation risks rise: RBI MPC minutesThe Reserve Bank of India's Monetary Policy Committee highlighted that the West Asia conflict poses significant downside risks to India's g...
22 Apr, 2026, 05.43 PM IST
Cerberus Capital's Indranil Ghosh quits to join Apollo GlobalCerberus Capital, with a $1-billion-plus India loan book, is amongst the largest financiers of bonds issued by Shapoorji Pallonji group com...
12 Apr, 2026, 12.46 PM IST
'Rate action unlikely in FY27; if any, it could be a rise,' say economistsIndian markets expect a prolonged pause in policy rates. Economists foresee no immediate tightening as higher global energy prices have a l...
10 Apr, 2026, 12.39 AM IST
Economists see prolonged rate pause; hike risks hinge on oil, geopoliticsIndian markets expect interest rates to remain steady for an extended period. Economists foresee no immediate policy tightening by the Rese...
09 Apr, 2026, 07.51 PM IST
RBI MPC Highlights: What Governor Sanjay Malhotra announced todayThe Reserve Bank of India has maintained its key repo rate at 5.25 percent. This decision reflects a neutral stance. India's economy shows ...
08 Apr, 2026, 12.31 PM IST
Kolkata: BJP's Indranil Khan files complaint over alleged vandalism of Behala Paschim office by TMC workersTensions escalated in Behala Paschim as BJP candidate Indranil Khan accused TMC workers of vandalizing their election office, alleging poli...
06 Apr, 2026, 08.04 AM IST