RRBs' gross loans rise 10.3 pc to Rs 5.78 lakh crore in FY26; PSL achievement at 91.7 pcRegional Rural Banks saw gross loans rise 10.3 percent to Rs 5,78,349 crore. Their performance under Priority Sector Lending targets remain...
18 Aug, 2026, 10.43 PM IST
Snap out of third world-wearinessA recent CAG report found E. coli in railway station drinking water, indicating serious contamination issues. This audit revealed widesprea...
17 Aug, 2026, 11.27 PM IST
Pakistan, Bangladesh and Afghanistan will one day reintegrate into India: Baba RamdevYoga guru Ramdev said Pakistan, Bangladesh and Afghanistan would eventually “reintegrate” with India and urged patience. He also said no ma...
17 Aug, 2026, 04.32 PM IST
From kirana to currency: Small towns are scrambling for dollarsSmall towns now lead India's foreign exchange demand, surpassing major cities. This shift indicates rising prosperity and global lifestyle ...
17 Aug, 2026, 03.19 PM IST
NITI Aayog proposes regulatory reforms to boost India's professional services exportsRegulatory reforms can unlock India's professional services export potential, according to NITI Aayog. Professional services are a key part...
17 Aug, 2026, 11.46 AM IST
AI won’t create India’s jobs crisis, but it could deepen itEducated youth face a challenging job market with fewer middle-skill opportunities. Many new jobs are in low-productivity agriculture or in...
16 Aug, 2026, 10.57 PM IST
Australian regional leader to visit India; trade, investment ties in focusNew South Wales Premier Chris Minns will lead an official delegation to New Delhi and Mumbai from August 31 to September 3 to deepen trade,...
16 Aug, 2026, 03.39 PM IST
India could reach $20 trillion by 2036 with 14.2% rupee growth: EquirusIndia could reach a $20 trillion economy by 2036 with reforms. This requires sustained rupee growth and appreciation, according to a resear...
16 Aug, 2026, 11.50 AM IST
Top leadership from USA Pacific Northwest joins in India's 80th Independence Day Celebrations at SeattleSeveral US states issued official proclamations declaring August 15th as India Day. Mayors and county councils honoured Indian American con...
15 Aug, 2026, 08.27 PM IST
A television role inspired the Indian-American actor to help encourage bone-marrow donor registrations and support education efforts in IndiaIn 2011, actor Manish Dayal was on a mission to boost awareness regarding bone-marrow donation among South Asians. His journey into this ca...
15 Aug, 2026, 03.21 PM IST
PM Modi sets target of 6 crore ‘Lakhpati Didis’ on Independence Day, hails women’s role in nation-buildingPrime Minister Narendra Modi announced a new goal for six crore women to become Lakhpati Didis. This initiative aims to significantly trans...
15 Aug, 2026, 11.36 AM IST
Anti-rowdy squad to be set up in Bengaluru: Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar announces AI university, major projectsKarnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar announced a series of initiatives on Independence Day, including an anti-rowdy squad in Bengaluru, t...
15 Aug, 2026, 11.01 AM IST
US governors, lawmakers hail bilateral partnership in messages for India's Independence DayNumerous American governors and state leaders have expressed their admiration for India's 80th Independence Day, proclaiming August 15, 202...
14 Aug, 2026, 07.19 PM IST
India less exposed to AI job risks than others, Goldman saysIndia's large workforce performing physical tasks faces minimal AI job losses. Services sector roles may see some substitution risks, impac...
14 Aug, 2026, 03.51 PM IST
Singapore-based Hillhouse plans to double India investments with real estate, data centres in focusHillhouse Investments plans to significantly increase its India real estate and data center investments. The firm aims to double its curren...
14 Aug, 2026, 03.17 PM IST
India’s education spending share drops below UNESCO’s 15% standardIndia's education funding remains below UNESCO's public expenditure benchmark. Lower secondary completion rates lag significantly behind th...
09 Aug, 2026, 02.21 PM IST
China is rethinking degrees for industry. Should India do the same for its MSMEs?China is realigning its university offerings to better align with the needs of its industries and job market. Meanwhile, India struggles to...
08 Aug, 2026, 11.36 AM IST