In 1901, Austrian American immunologist and pathologist while mixing blood of different people made a groundbreaking discovery saving numerous lives and helping the world in creating blood banks, enabling modern surgery and advancing several other fieldsIn 1901, Austrian American immunologist and pathologist made a groundbreaking discovery while mixing blood of different people. The discove...
11 Aug, 2026, 02.10 AM IST
Indian diaspora could be UPI’s ticket to the global payments mapNPCI plans to expand UPI internationally by targeting countries with large Indian diaspora populations, with CEO Dilip Asbe saying it could...
10 Aug, 2026, 06.54 PM IST
Quote of the day by Napoléon Bonaparte: 'There is only one thing in this world, and that is to keep acquiring money and power' A life lesson on never-ending desire for money, influence and controlNapoléon Bonaparte’s famous quote on endlessly pursuing “money and more money” and “power and more power” reflects an extreme view of ambit...
10 Aug, 2026, 06.12 PM IST
Parliament clears taxation bill, Sitharaman says UPI transactions to remain freeParliament has passed the Taxation and other Laws (Amendment) Bill. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman confirmed UPI will remain free for ...
10 Aug, 2026, 05.53 PM IST
Rupee weakness cushioned by central bank intervention, shorts grow waryThe Indian rupee ended the day with minimal fluctuations, influenced primarily by oil market dynamics and moves from the central bank. Stat...
10 Aug, 2026, 04.24 PM IST
UK's Revolut wins French banking licence in fresh push across EuropeFintech firm Revolut has obtained a French banking license. This move signifies a major step in its European expansion plans. The company i...
10 Aug, 2026, 02.31 PM IST
Rupee anchored by central bank hand, traders watchful of oil ructionsThe stability of the Indian rupee was evident on Monday, thanks to the proactive measures taken by the central bank. State-run banks active...
10 Aug, 2026, 12.39 PM IST
Europe’s economy faces the hard reality of climate change this summerThe intense heatwaves sweeping across Europe this summer are leaving deep economic scars. With soaring temperatures and severe drought hamp...
10 Aug, 2026, 11.11 AM IST
Europe's hot stock markets catch global investors' eyeEurope's stock market is experiencing a robust rally, attracting significant investor interest. Strong earnings growth and improving econom...
10 Aug, 2026, 09.23 AM IST
Rajya Sabha to take up Taxation, Bankers’ Books bills on MondayThe Rajya Sabha will consider two important bills on Monday. The Taxation and Other Laws (Amendment) Bill proposes significant tax changes....
09 Aug, 2026, 09.14 AM IST
RBI proposes leverage buffer for branches of global systemically important banksUnder the draft directions, a branch of a G-SIB operating in India will be required to maintain a minimum leverage ratio of 3.5 per cent, a...
08 Aug, 2026, 05.14 PM IST
Lok Sabha passes Bill enabling Centre to allow UPI charges, MDR on digital paymentsThe Lok Sabha approved amendments to the Payment and Settlement Systems Act. This change empowers the government to permit charges on digit...
08 Aug, 2026, 12.35 PM IST
RBI proposes a leverage ratio of 3.5% for ‘important’ global banksThe Reserve Bank of India has proposed new leverage ratio requirements for banks. Globally systemic important banks will face a minimum 3.5...
08 Aug, 2026, 12.48 AM IST
Bajaj Finance, Bajaj Finserv shares fall up to 5% on RBI's new proposal for NBFCsShares of Bajaj Finance and Bajaj Finserv fell sharply after the RBI proposed restricting NBFCs to offering only term loans, effectively ba...
07 Aug, 2026, 10.06 AM IST
RBI plans to bar NBFCs from offering revolving credit without approvalIn a recent announcement, the Reserve Bank of India has introduced fresh regulations for non-banking financial companies. Moving forward, N...
06 Aug, 2026, 09.33 PM IST
Pressured by Tesla, European regulators keep 'Full Self-Driving' safety data secretThe Dutch regulator RDW approved Tesla's FSD system, but refuses to share safety evaluation details. RDW cites Tesla's demands for commerci...
06 Aug, 2026, 06.34 PM IST
Liquidity to peak in Sept, but big surplus won't last long: RBIThe Reserve Bank of India will absorb surplus liquidity from a special forex swap facility. This absorption will occur through higher curre...
06 Aug, 2026, 01.05 AM IST