Punjab Bandh August 21: Banks, offices, trains, taxis, buses, markets? Check what will remain open and what's closedOn Friday, August 21, Punjab will see a significant seven-hour bandh from 7 am to 2 pm. The Qaumi Insaaf Morcha has organized this shutdown...
21 Aug, 2026, 10.49 AM IST
HDFC Bank shares gain after record $1.75 billion overseas bond raise. What lies ahead?HDFC Bank raised $1.75 billion through a twin bond sale to overseas investors. The lender raised $500 million via three-year bonds and $1.2...
21 Aug, 2026, 10.28 AM IST
Highest FCNR (B) interest rates: Check PSU vs private sector bank rates for NRIs, OCIsFCNR (B) FD interest rates: The window for Non-Resident Indians to enjoy favorable FCNR(B) deposit rates is closing soon, specifically on A...
21 Aug, 2026, 09.21 AM IST
Protection, annuity more relevant in insurance products: Sumit Madan, MD & CEO, Axis Max LifeWhile things are changing, insurance is still seen as a bit of a savings and tax product. We are focusing on making protection and annuity ...
20 Aug, 2026, 11.55 PM IST
St. Louis Fed's Musalem says on CNBC he won't prejudge rate call view for September FOMCSt. Louis Fed President Alberto Musalem has stated that maintaining higher interest rates is still appropriate due to ongoing inflationary ...
20 Aug, 2026, 11.08 PM IST
Small Urban co-operative banks face risks bigger than their size due to cyber threats: RBI Dy GovernorUrban co-operative banks may be limited in size but face risks far beyond their physical footprint, RBI Deputy Governor Swaminathan J said....
20 Aug, 2026, 09.03 PM IST
SBI customer alert: Basic savings account cash withdrawals beyond 4 times to attract Rs 15 charge from October 1In an effort to revise its fee structure, the State Bank of India will enforce service charges on Basic Savings Bank Deposit accounts. Cust...
20 Aug, 2026, 04.57 PM IST
Apple iPhone 17 Pro now at Rs 63,460 on Flipkart: Check exchange and bank offers and how to get the dealThe iPhone 17 Pro is currently listed on Flipkart for Rs 1,34,900. However, many buyers can take advantage of bank promotions, bringing the...
20 Aug, 2026, 01.09 AM IST
Sitharaman asks public sector banks to get ‘cool’ for Gen Z with courses, lifestyle perksFinance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman wants public sector banks to appear more appealing to young customers. She urged banks to engage direct...
19 Aug, 2026, 05.07 PM IST
Pledged gold jewellery stolen in bank robbery: Will bank repay full gold value, including making charges? Consumer commission answersA man from Tumkur in Karnataka opened 2 gold loan accounts at a Canara Bank branch by pledging 2 items of gold each under both, in August 2...
19 Aug, 2026, 01.45 PM IST
Is a savings account more than a place to park your money?Indian households are increasingly recognizing the value of their wealth stored in bank deposits. With savings accounts providing both liqu...
19 Aug, 2026, 12.21 PM IST
These 7 bank stocks have an upside potential of up to 27% in one year, according to analystsConsider how things have panned out for the banking sector in Q1 FY27. The quality of loan books has improved. Though credit growth was not...
18 Aug, 2026, 11.10 PM IST
Quote of the Day by Tyra Banks: “My nutritionist says, ‘If you bite it, write it.’ Writing down everything that you… – Inspiring lessons on mindful eating, habits, nutrition, lifestyle and why you should listen to your body by the American Model known for her timeless work in fashion and deep insights on health and disciplineQuote of the Day by Tyra Banks: Tyra Banks’ quote, “If you bite it, write it,” explores the importance of awareness, accountability, and mi...
18 Aug, 2026, 10.36 PM IST
Is market heading towards a big AI crash like the dot-com crisis? Here's what European Central Bank predictsThe European Central Bank warns that an AI market correction on Wall Street is likely, citing historical tech bubbles like the dot-com era....
18 Aug, 2026, 01.49 PM IST
RBI's $56.8 billion forex drive: How diaspora deposits reshape India's currency risk and balance sheetIndia's special forex package has successfully garnered over fifty-six billion dollars in deposits, surpassing expectations. This increased...
17 Aug, 2026, 12.06 AM IST
Man loses Rs 9,800 after scratching a fake UPI cashback card; consumer commission orders Federal Bank to pay 17,800; know whyA man lost Rs 9,854 after falling for a fake UPI cashback scratch card scam. Federal Bank initially refunded the amount as required under R...
14 Aug, 2026, 01.15 PM IST
Defaulted on your loan? Here's what banks can legally do and what they can'tMissing a single loan EMI doesn't lead to immediate bank intervention; instead, lenders often issue reminder calls and formal notices first...
13 Aug, 2026, 06.30 AM IST