July 4 Independence Day: History, significance and why the US celebrates itAmerica's Independence Day, celebrated annually on July 4th, commemorates the 1776 adoption of the Declaration of Independence, freeing the...
03 Jul, 2026, 05.24 PM IST
Indians remain largest source of air tourists to Nepal in JuneIndians continue to lead foreign tourist arrivals in Nepal, with a significant 28% surge in June. This trend, driven by factors like high I...
03 Jul, 2026, 09.56 AM IST
Validity of FY26 gold import quota licences under India-UAE trade pact extended till September 30Gold importers under the India-UAE free trade agreement have received an extension until September 30, 2026, to utilize their tariff rate q...
01 Jul, 2026, 08.06 PM IST
Explained: Oyo’s long journey to an IPO, from 2021 to 2026Oyo's parent company, PRISM, has filed for a ₹6,650 crore IPO, marking its third attempt to go public after previous delays and withdrawals...
01 Jul, 2026, 11.32 AM IST
Solvency buffers at insurers thinning; general insurance sector more of a concernThe Reserve Bank of India's latest report highlights concerns over thinning capital in the insurance sector. While life insurers remain com...
01 Jul, 2026, 12.34 AM IST
Tamil Nadu doctor on Italy trip with family says Europe feels hotter than India: 'At least in India we have ACs'A Tamil Nadu doctor travelling with his family in Italy during Europe's ongoing heatwave said the weather felt "worse than in India" despit...
01 Jul, 2026, 12.29 AM IST
Oyo parent files updated DRHP for Rs 6,650 crore IPO: Key things to knowOyo's parent company, Prism, has filed for a Rs 6,650 crore IPO, with plans for a potential pre-IPO placement. The bulk of the funds will b...
30 Jun, 2026, 10.54 AM IST
Canara Bank, Bank of Baroda, Indian Bank pay Rs 7,023 cr dividend to govt for FY26Three public sector banks, Canara Bank, Bank of Baroda, and Indian Bank, collectively disbursed Rs 7,023 crore in dividends to the governme...
29 Jun, 2026, 10.28 PM IST
BK Hariprasad demands Rajnath Singh's resignation, says accountability cannot be avoided for "misleading" Parliament on Op SindoorKarnataka Congress chief BK Hariprasad has demanded Defence Minister Rajnath Singh's resignation, citing a "serious contradiction" regardin...
29 Jun, 2026, 09.59 AM IST
Bank holidays in July 2026: Banks to remain closed on these days in several states; check full listJuly bank holidays: Bank customers should note upcoming July 2026 closures across various Indian states. Important banking tasks should be ...
29 Jun, 2026, 09.02 AM IST
Saturday bank holiday: Are banks open or closed today on June 27, 2026?Bank holiday today: Several customers are now wondering whether banks will remain shut today (Saturday, June 27, 2026) as well. If you have...
27 Jun, 2026, 11.48 AM IST
Muharram bank holiday today: Are banks open or closed in your state today on June 26, 2026?Bank holiday today: Banks across many states and union territories are closed today, June 26, 2026, for the observance of Muharram. This cl...
26 Jun, 2026, 10.31 AM IST
Bengal government declares July 6 public holiday on Syama Prasad Mookerjee's 125th birth anniversaryWest Bengal has declared July 6 a public holiday to commemorate the 125th birth anniversary of Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee, recognizing him ...
26 Jun, 2026, 10.04 AM IST
Stock Market Holiday 2026: Are NSE, BSE closed on June 26 for Muharram? Check market closing dates listIndian stock markets will remain closed on June 26 for Muharram, marking another scheduled exchange holiday in 2026. Commodity exchanges wi...
25 Jun, 2026, 09.55 PM IST
Muharram Date 2026 : When is Muharram and Ashura in 2026? Will banks and schools be closed? Full holiday schedule, history, and significance explainedMuharram Date: Muharram, marking the Islamic New Year and a significant religious observance, is anticipated around June 26, 2026. Ashura, ...
25 Jun, 2026, 05.24 PM IST
Muharram 2026: Will schools be closed? Here’s the latest update on state-wise school holidaysMuharram, marking the Islamic New Year, holds deep spiritual significance. Ashura, on the 10th of Muharram, will be observed around June 25...
25 Jun, 2026, 12.30 PM IST
Service output index to debut next month with FY25 baseIndia is set to launch the Index of Service Production (ISP) next month, a crucial new monthly indicator mirroring the Industrial Productio...
24 Jun, 2026, 06.01 PM IST