Finance ministry flags inflation risks ahead of RBI policy as fuel prices, monsoon concerns mountIndia faces rising inflation risks. Fuel prices are up, the rupee is weak, and a poor monsoon looms. The Finance Ministry warns of renewed ...
30 May, 2026, 03.03 PM IST
From lottery draws to fiscal spending, China broadens digital yuan footprintIn a series of measures, many revealed here for the first time, the People's Bank of China (PBOC) is giving banks policy incentives and beh...
30 May, 2026, 10.51 AM IST
Retail central bank digital currency in circulation falls by 24% in FY26The value of retail central bank digital currency in circulation saw a significant drop of 24.08 percent in 2025-26. Despite this, the Rese...
29 May, 2026, 09.09 PM IST
Resilient Indian economy may face West Asia headwinds; El Nino impact likely on agri output: RBIAs energy prices surge and supply chain disruptions persist, India's economic landscape is indeed testing its resilience; yet, robust finan...
29 May, 2026, 08.13 PM IST
RBI to explore CBDC pilot in cross-border transactionsThe Reserve Bank of India (RBI) plans to expand its digital rupee pilot to more direct benefit transfer schemes and the domestic retail spa...
29 May, 2026, 05.26 PM IST
RBI’s currency printing cost falls 23.5% in FY26 despite rise in cash circulationReserve Bank of India's spending on printing money dropped significantly. This happened even as the total value of currency in circulation ...
29 May, 2026, 03.27 PM IST
Fake Rs 500 notes surge 20% as counterfeits rise across banking systemFake currency detection in India increased in 2025-26. The Rs 500 note became the primary target for counterfeiters, showing a significant ...
29 May, 2026, 03.06 PM IST
Tether to launch 'official' stablecoin in Georgia, with government supportTether, a major stablecoin issuer, is set to launch a digital token for the Georgian lari. This move has the backing of Georgia's governmen...
25 May, 2026, 06.26 PM IST
Sell 100 grams of gold to help India; Feroze Azeez makes the caseFeroze Azeez urges Indian households to sell 2-4% of their idle gold, valued at $4 trillion, to curb excessive imports. He frames this as f...
20 May, 2026, 05.00 PM IST
Chinese proverb of the day: “An embankment a thousand miles long can be destroyed by...” Learn a timeless life lesson from ancient Chinese wisdom on how tiny unnoticed mistakes quietly destroy strong foundations, success, leadership, and even powerful empires over timeChinese proverb of the day reveals a powerful life lesson modern leaders, businesses, and successful people still ignore today. “An embankm...
19 May, 2026, 05.03 PM IST
Inquiry report on Justice Varma tabled with Speaker after resignationAn inquiry committee has submitted its report to the Lok Sabha Speaker regarding allegations against Justice Yashwant Varma. The report con...
19 May, 2026, 11.27 AM IST
Is petrol cheaper in Bhutan than India? Here’s the truthA viral social media video falsely claims petrol is cheaper in Bhutan than in India. The Press Information Bureau (PIB) has debunked this, ...
17 May, 2026, 09.49 AM IST
Comcast's dirty secret cost them $117 million, you could be owed $10,000; here's how to grab your share by August 14The Comcast $117.5 million settlement has triggered a nationwide rush as millions of Americans now check eligibility for a possible $10,000...
15 May, 2026, 06.00 PM IST
A mysterious coin discovered in Berlin may prove ancient civilizations were more connected than we thoughtA young student found an ancient coin near Berlin. This small bronze artifact, dating back over two millennia, originated in Troy. It is th...
11 May, 2026, 09.26 AM IST
Journalist or messenger? Why does every White House Iran leak go through the same reporter? The Barak Ravid questionBarak Ravid and the Iran Leak Pipeline: The name Barak Ravid keeps appearing whenever sensitive Iran stories break in Washington. A new lea...
06 May, 2026, 10.43 PM IST
Cash is king again? India’s withdrawals surge 12% in early April, highest since post-demonetisationThe Indian economy is witnessing a historic milestone as the currency in circulation hits 42.3 trillion rupees. This remarkable jump of mor...
05 May, 2026, 11.08 AM IST
‘Iran is just the excuse, China is the target’: Viral video explains why the conflict’s real focus is Beijing, not TehranRising US-Iran tensions fuel a debate. A viral post suggests China, not Iran, is the real target. This centers on disrupting China's oil su...
27 Apr, 2026, 04.25 PM IST