UAE central bank restrictions may dampen NRI dollar mobilisationNew UAE Central Bank rules are creating hurdles for Indian banks seeking to attract NRI dollar deposits. Restrictions on representative off...
02 Jul, 2026, 09.53 AM IST
Cover in Dubai, dollars in India, foreign banks are ready to playOverseas banks are finding a clever way to tap India's dollar demand without exceeding exposure limits. They're asking Indian banks to issu...
02 Jul, 2026, 01.34 AM IST
Tel Aviv should build broader alliance from India to US via West Asia: Top Israeli defence officialIsrael's top defence official proposed a new regional security architecture, advocating for a broad alliance from India to the US, encompas...
01 Jul, 2026, 09.04 PM 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
SBI boosts AI-powered banking with new digital journeys for retail, corporate customersThe announcements span SBI's YONO platform, introducing new customer journeys, AI-driven capabilities and industry-first features that simp...
01 Jul, 2026, 06.21 PM IST
UPI transactions moderate to Rs 28.9 lakh crore in June, up 20% YoYUnified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions saw a slight dip in June, reaching Rs 28.9 lakh crore, down from May's record high. Despite t...
01 Jul, 2026, 03.44 PM IST
Kerala-born Alhind to handle visa, passport & consular matters for Indians in UAEKerala's Alhind Tours and Travels LLC is set to become the sole outsourced provider for Indian passport, visa, and consular services across...
01 Jul, 2026, 10.03 AM IST
India's SBI-backed Cashfree Payments bets on cross-border push with travel, investment paymentsIndian fintech firm Cashfree Payments is set to significantly expand its cross-border operations, aiming to capture growing international t...
30 Jun, 2026, 03.52 PM IST
Thinking of moving to the UAE? Here's how the Green Visa worksThe UAE's Green Visa offers a five-year residency for skilled workers, freelancers, and investors, enhancing flexibility for family sponsor...
30 Jun, 2026, 12.44 PM IST
Indian passport, visa appointment suspension in UAE extended till July 1Indian consular services in the UAE will be limited to emergencies until July 1, 2026, due to administrative changes. From July 2, Alhind T...
30 Jun, 2026, 11.14 AM IST
HDFC Bank shares in focus as lender appoints ex-finance secretary Rajiv Kumar as part-time chairmanHDFC Bank has appointed former IAS officer and ex-Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar as its Part-time Chairman, following Atanu Chakra...
30 Jun, 2026, 08.54 AM IST
Ram temple donation row: Ayodhya lawyers boycott accused; demand for CBI probe; SC refuses urgent hearingSeparately, a plea seeking a time-bound investigation by a CBI-led multi-disciplinary team came before the Supreme Court, but the vacation ...
29 Jun, 2026, 08.58 PM IST
Bandhan Bank CFO Rajeev Mantri resigns, to leave in SeptemberBandhan Bank's Chief Financial Officer, Rajeev Mantri, has resigned, citing career growth as his reason for departure. Mantri, who also ser...
29 Jun, 2026, 06.05 PM IST
IIFCL plans $1 billion loan from overseas investors; in talks for $400 million ADB fundingIndia Infrastructure Finance Company is set to secure a substantial $1 billion foreign-currency loan, potentially its largest to date, and ...
29 Jun, 2026, 12.31 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
Indian passport, visa services to move to a new system in UAE. Here's what changes from July 1Indian passport, visa, and consular services in the UAE are set for a major overhaul from July 1, 2026, with Alhind Tours and Travels LLC t...
25 Jun, 2026, 11.54 AM IST
India in talks to sell supersonic BrahMos missile to UAE: ReportIndia is in advanced talks with the UAE to export its advanced defence systems, including the supersonic BrahMos missile and Akashteer air ...
22 Jun, 2026, 02.39 PM IST