Oriental Insurance bets on health, MSME products to drive growthThe state-owned general insurer holds 35.2 million shares, representing a 1.42% stake, in the country's largest stock exchange that closed ...
23 Sep, 2026, 12.35 AM IST
Making a dollar detour: Why BRICS isn’t breaking up with the dollarThe latest BRICS declaration emphasizes interoperable payment systems and local currency settlement. It explicitly avoids proposing a commo...
14 Sep, 2026, 08.41 PM IST
BRICS adopts New Delhi Declaration: Inside the 140-point document on Global South's ambitionsBRICS leaders adopted the New Delhi Declaration at the 18th summit, reaffirming their commitment to cooperation, multilateralism and a more...
14 Sep, 2026, 01.31 PM IST
French military jets launch 40-day global flight to project power, strengthen alliancesFour French fighter jets are undertaking a significant global flight exercise. This extensive journey spans forty thousand kilometers acros...
12 Sep, 2026, 03.27 PM IST
World’s biggest handshake at BRICS: Can it shake the world order?Modi, Xi and Putin’s BRICS meeting carries symbolic weight, but its impact will depend on deliverables. An expanded, divided BRICS faces in...
12 Sep, 2026, 01.17 PM IST
India, Russia explore digital currency payments for trade in cross-border breakthroughIndia and Russia are exploring digital currency payments for bilateral trade, potentially opening a faster route for cross-border settlemen...
11 Sep, 2026, 05.27 PM IST
BRICS can boost local-currency trade with deeper financial markets, stronger banking links: ExpertsBRICS nations can boost trade and investment by deepening financial markets. Experts suggest using local currencies more often for transact...
11 Sep, 2026, 01.39 PM IST
BIS chief Pablo Hernández de Cos warns of a second-round inflation threat from energy pricesCentral banks must monitor energy price impacts and potential second-round inflation effects. Global regulatory coordination is crucial for...
11 Sep, 2026, 09.06 AM IST
Govt launches DILRMP 3.0 with Rs 565.5-crore outlay for integrated land recordsIn an ambitious move, the government unveiled DILRMP 3.0 with an investment of Rs 565.5 crore set for 2031. The initiative focuses on craft...
11 Sep, 2026, 08.58 AM IST
BharatPe unveils BharatPe Flex at Global Fintech Fest 2026, brings credit into everyday UPI paymentsBharatPe unveiled BharatPe Flex, a new consumer credit offering built on UPI. This innovative product allows users to access credit limits ...
10 Sep, 2026, 03.07 PM IST
Cash no king, but don't stash it: India wants a digital economy, but cash still holds the power of choiceDespite government promotion of digital transactions like UPI and e-Rupee, cash remains prevalent, especially in rural areas and for large-...
02 Sep, 2026, 11.17 PM IST
Financial institutions confront a new operating reality as markets become more continuousThe evolution of financial markets is shifting towards a digital and continuous landscape, compelling institutions to recalibrate their str...
31 Aug, 2026, 03.27 PM IST
Government directs CEA to prepare roadmap to phase out import of critical power systems by 2030India is focused on eliminating imported SCADA systems by 2030, with the Central Electricity Authority actively developing a comprehensive ...
26 Aug, 2026, 08.58 PM IST
Centre aims to cut foreign reliance in key power systems by 2029India is drawing up a roadmap to develop indigenous software and hardware for Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems used...
25 Aug, 2026, 08.04 PM IST
Today's battle airspace defined by information superiority, split-second decision making: DCAS Air Marshal Tejpal SinghIn today's advanced warfare, winning hinges on information mastery and swift decision-making. To achieve success in multi-domain operations...
18 Aug, 2026, 03.08 PM IST
The next frontier in finance is not a bank. It is the machinery beneath itThe financial services landscape is evolving, emphasizing the importance of software and data infrastructures. In India, digital payments a...
17 Aug, 2026, 12.48 AM IST
Indian and Australian Navies discuss enhancing operational interoperability, capability-building cooperationThe Indian and Australian navies held discussions in Sydney during the 17th Navy-to-Navy Staff Talks from August 11-12 to boost maritime co...
12 Aug, 2026, 03.58 PM IST