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Mind the gap: Financial products that women in India need but don’t haveIf India is serious about women-led growth, it must move beyond credit access and design finance for the agency of women.
India's retail lending sector entering multi-decade growth cycle driven by digital transformation, financial inclusion: ReportIndia's retail lending sector is poised for decades of growth, fueled by digital innovation, financial inclusion, and rising incomes. Housi...
Why India’s green transition must move beyond large-scale renewable projectsAs India pursues ambitious climate and renewable energy goals, decentralised clean energy solutions are emerging as a critical driver of ru...
Technology and liquidity are reshaping India's investment landscape: Kailash KulkarniIndia's mutual fund sector is transforming. Technology and investor awareness of liquidity are key drivers. The pandemic highlighted the ea...
FM Nirmala Sitharaman targets Rahul Gandhi, says India's growth story belies Opposition's doom predictionsResponding to Rahul Gandhi's criticisms, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman confidently proclaimed India as the fastest-growing major econ...
Parimatch probe takes ED to Zepto's doorstepThe Enforcement Directorate is investigating offshore betting platform Parimatch. The agency has questioned quick commerce app Zepto regard...
The most effective savings products may be the ones that feel responsiveIndian households are changing how they save. Digital finance means people see their money grow more often. Banks are now offering monthly ...
Oyo readies market debut; IT's comeback rallyOyo's IPO plans are back on track after securing the regulator's nod. This and more in today's ETtech Top 5.
Two out of every three bank loans in India carry interest rates below 9%Indian banks are witnessing a significant shift as nearly two-thirds of credit now carries sub-9% interest rates, a consequence of aggressi...
90.6% hospital births, 96% plus vaccinations: NFHS-6 reflects India's "accelerated progress" in family health parametersIndia's National Family Health Survey-6 shows significant improvements in maternal and child health. Vaccinations and antenatal care have i...
Born out of microfinance, Bandhan Bank now bets big on AI and digital bankingAs Bandhan Bank accelerates its transition from a microfinance-led institution into a universal bank, Executive Director & COO Ratan Kumar ...
Beyond transactions: The potential of mobile bankingDigital banking in India is transforming. Apps now help users make financial decisions, not just transactions. IDFC FIRST Bank's app integr...
Retail investing has surged in India, but rural participation remains low, says Sebi Chief Tuhin Kanta PandeyIndia's securities markets have seen substantial growth. Retail investor numbers have surged, and market capitalization has climbed signifi...
Your monthly spend also decides how soon you can retire: Expense tracking apps, AI tools are changing how Indians investExpense-tracking apps, spreadsheets, Artificial Intelligence (AI) -generated analysis, and budgeting dashboards are not merely bookkeeping ...
NSE EGR trading starts today. Should gold investors buy metal in its newest form?The National Stock Exchange has launched Electronic Gold Receipts (EGRs), allowing investors to own gold electronically, backed by physical...
From kitchen storage to recycling bins: How Deposit Refund Schemes can change India’s plastic economyIndia is exploring Deposit Refund Schemes (DRS) to tackle plastic waste, where consumers pay a small deposit on packaged products, refunded...
Gold volume growth may dip 10–15% after duty hike, say jewellersIndia's gold and silver import duty hike may affect jewellery sales volumes initially. Industry leaders believe demand will stay strong due...
Bajaj Finserv to up mkt share despite competition, aims to serve every Indian household in 10 yrs: CMDBajaj Finserv aims to expand its market share and reach every Indian household within the next decade, leveraging India's economic growth a...
SBI chief flags risks in rapid growth in digital finance, stresses trust-based innovationState Bank of India Chairman C S Setty highlighted emerging risks in digital finance and platform lending. He stressed that financial syste...
Mature hands for money: India’s next economic reform lies in building financially aware householdsIndia has achieved significant financial inclusion, opening millions of bank accounts and expanding digital payments. However, a new study ...