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ECB hikes interest rate by 25 bps, first since 2023 to tame Iran war inflationThe European Central Bank raised its benchmark interest rate by a quarter point to 2.25 percent, marking its first hike since 2023. This mo...
Global Market | European shares edge higher ahead of ECB rate verdict; Mideast tensions eyedEuropean stocks saw a slight rise today. Investors remain cautious due to rising Middle East tensions. Crude oil prices are high, impacting...
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...
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...
Consumers who gave up subsidy can use Non-DCR equipment to install rooftop solar at homesResidential consumers can now use non-DCR solar modules for rooftop installations under the PM Surya Ghar scheme. This applies to those who...
Operation Sindoor made India's zero tolerance policy against terrorism even clearer: GovtIndia's zero tolerance for terrorism is reinforced by Operation Sindoor. This operation destroyed nine terror hideouts. It was launched to ...
RBI proposes unified framework for banks' risk, compliance and audit functionsThe Reserve Bank of India has released a draft framework for bank control and assurance functions. This aims to simplify rules and boost go...
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...
Deposits under RBI's latest foreign currency non-resident bank scheme will carry one-year lock-inThe Reserve Bank of India's new FCNR-B scheme offers a one-year lock-in for deposits and mandates non-cancellable swaps for banks. This ini...
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...
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...
'Direct contradiction of CBSE governing body's own decision': Jairam Ramesh raises concerns over introducing third language in schoolsCongress leader Jairam Ramesh has urged the government to withdraw a new notification. This notification makes a third language compulsory ...
RBI says 4% inflation target not in abeyance; future rate action tied to price persistenceReserve Bank of India Governor Sanjay Malhotra confirms the 4 percent inflation target remains unchanged. He raised the FY27 inflation fore...
RBI's inflation forecast signals 1-2 rate hikes in coming months: ExpertsExperts anticipate one to two rate hikes in the coming months following the RBI's increased inflation forecast, despite keeping the policy ...
R Gandhi calls RBI policy 'on expected lines', sees no immediate rate hike risksThe Reserve Bank of India has maintained its neutral policy stance and kept interest rates steady. The central bank has adjusted its foreca...
RBI keeps repo rate unchanged at 5.25%, boosts rupee with new measuresThe RBI's Monetary Policy Committee unanimously held the repo rate at 5.25% and maintained a neutral stance, citing amplified inflation ris...
RBI worries higher energy costs could fuel inflation, slow growthRBI MPC Meeting 2026 Crude Oil Price Impact on Inflation: India's headline inflation may rise by 36 basis points due to higher petrol and d...
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...
US Stock Market: Fed may need tighter policy as inflation risks persistDallas Federal Reserve President Lorie Logan indicates U.S. monetary policy might not be restrictive enough to meet the 2% inflation target...
RBI MPC Meeting June 2026: Check date, time, expectations and where to watch Governor Sanjay Malhotra's speech liveRBI MPC Meeting June 2026: The Reserve Bank of India's Monetary Policy Committee begins a crucial three-day meeting, with a policy announce...