South Asia can generate millions of jobs through agriculture sector: World Bank GroupWith agriculture sector employing around 43 per cent of the South Asian workforce, the region has strong potential to emerge as a global le...
11 Jun, 2026, 11.37 AM IST
Indian-American arrested in California for allegedly defrauding bank of $100 millionAn Indian-American man, Mahender Makhijani, was arrested in California for allegedly defrauding a bank of nearly $100 million. He is accuse...
11 Jun, 2026, 10.22 AM IST
Dollar shaky as investors weigh rate outlook, Middle East worriesU.S. dollar weakened amid new Middle East strikes and rising consumer inflation, causing investor unease about the Federal Reserve's policy...
11 Jun, 2026, 07.24 AM IST
Is RBI replacing paper currency with plastic notes from June 30, 2026? Check detailsViral social media claims about the Reserve Bank of India replacing paper currency with plastic notes by June 30, 2026, are false. The Pres...
10 Jun, 2026, 02.06 PM IST
Thailand updates carry-on rules for power banks. Here's what changesNew rules in Thailand now limit power bank sizes and ban them from checked luggage. Passengers can carry power banks up to 100Wh in hand lu...
10 Jun, 2026, 11.43 AM IST
Bank stocks rally as RBI steps lift mood, trigger short coveringOn Tuesday, bank stocks rocketed upwards following strategic interventions by the Reserve Bank of India aimed at shielding foreign currency...
10 Jun, 2026, 07.14 AM IST
FOREX-Dollar steadies following US strikes on Iran and ahead of inflation dataThe dollar held steady as U.S. strikes on Iran followed a helicopter incident, though President Trump downplayed the event. Investors await...
10 Jun, 2026, 06.42 AM IST
Indian bonds draw buyers on RBI measures, softer oilIndian government bonds saw renewed buying on Tuesday. Lower oil prices and Reserve Bank of India measures to attract dollar inflows improv...
09 Jun, 2026, 11.26 AM IST
JGB yields rise as investors focus on 30-year auction, BOJ meetingJapanese government bond yields are climbing. Investors are selling bonds as the Bank of Japan prepares for a potential interest rate incre...
09 Jun, 2026, 07.40 AM IST
RBI opens a dollar swap window to help hedge foreign borrowingsThe Reserve Bank of India is introducing a dollar-rupee swap facility for banks. This move aims to help state-run firms and lenders hedge t...
09 Jun, 2026, 12.31 AM IST
RBI seen joining Asia’s rate-hike push as inflation risks riseThe Reserve Bank of India is expected to increase interest rates soon. This move aligns with other central banks responding to rising infla...
08 Jun, 2026, 02.52 PM IST
India bonds slip as US-Iran risks derail post-policy rallyIndian government bonds faced pressure early Monday. Escalating U.S.-Iran tensions pushed oil prices higher. This overshadowed recent suppo...
08 Jun, 2026, 10.59 AM IST
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
Differential deposit rates permitted but must be transparent, says RBI Governor amid HDFC Bank rowThe Reserve Bank of India permits banks to offer different interest rates on deposits. These rates must be transparent and follow specific ...
05 Jun, 2026, 02.57 PM IST
Rupee rises 50 paise to 95.24 against US dollar post RBI policy decisionThe rupee strengthened significantly against the US dollar, gaining 50 paise to reach 95.24 following the RBI's liberalization of FPI inves...
05 Jun, 2026, 11.20 AM IST
RBI MPC Meeting 2026 Date and Time: When will Governor Sanjay Malhotra announce policy decision? Here's how to watch live streamingRBI MPC Meeting June 2026: All eyes are on the Reserve Bank of India today as Governor Sanjay Malhotra announces the Monetary Policy Commit...
05 Jun, 2026, 07.50 AM IST
RBI likely to hold rates as West Asia crisis impact on growth remains unclear: Bank of Baroda ReportThe Reserve Bank of India is expected to hold interest rates steady on Friday, according to Bank of Baroda. The central bank will likely ma...
03 Jun, 2026, 06.21 PM IST