Bandhan Bank has introduced 'avni', a savings product specifically for women, aiming to increase current and savings account deposits. Targeted at affluent women, it offers benefits like free airport lounge access and personal insurance. A loyalty program has also been launched. The bank’s deposits grew by 23% year-on-year but CASA growth was slower at 14%.
Byju's founder Byju Raveendran is dealing with several legal disputes, including a Rs 158 crore payment issue with the Indian cricket board and a $1.2 billion term loan conflict with US lenders. Adding to their woes, India's Enforcement Directorate is investigating alleged violations of the Foreign Exchange Management Act involving Rs 9,362.35 crore.
The RBI announced on Thursday that auto replenishment of balances in FASTag and NCMC, which trigger whenever the balance drops below a customer-defined threshold, will now be covered under the existing e-mandate framework.
The NITI Aayog report aims to double the Mumbai Metropolitan Region's GDP in five years to Rs 26 lakh crore, making it a global economic hub. The plan involves creating 30 lakh new jobs and focuses on sectors like affordable housing, tourism, ports, and infrastructure development.
Earlier in August 2023, the government imposed restrictions on certain IT hardware goods, and later after domestic and foreign firms flagged their concerns, in October 2023, the government tweaked curbs on imports of laptops and computers. It allowed importers to bring in shipments of this hardware from overseas on a mere 'authorization' upon detailing quantity and value.
The stock of mid-sized construction company HG Infra Engineering has gained close to 9% since the company announced its June 2024 quarter financial results on August 5 compared with 1.2% gain in the ET Construction Index.
Cristiano Ronaldo YouTube Channel has notched up millions of viewers and subscribers. AL-Nassr soccer star has an overall followers of more than 918 million on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter.
The Central Bureau of Investigation has requested court permission to conduct a polygraph test on Dr. Sandip Ghosh, former Principal of RG Kar Medical College, following the rape and murder of a woman doctor. Ghosh resigned shortly after the incident, and discrepancies in his responses to investigators have prompted further verification using the test.
For the first time, scientists have been able to get high-resolution pictures of the surface of the North Star, which have shown off surprising details and shed light on the star's function in a triple star system as well as its distinctive traits as a Cepheid variable star.
The index tracking the rupee's value against a weighted basket of 40 trading partners, adjusted for inflation, climbed to 107.33, its highest level since December 2017, according to Reserve Bank of India data.
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has appointed Shailender Singh as the market managing director for Eurasia, highlighting plans for expansion. Singh, who has over 20 years of experience in the industry, will oversee the growth of Wyndham's brands across the region, focusing on India’s burgeoning hospitality market driven by increased tourism demand.
With a net worth of $187 billion, Mark Zuckerberg, the creator of Facebook, is among the richest people in the world. He invests his wealth in real estate, expensive vehicles, and charitable deeds.
Agriculture Secretary Devesh Chaturvedi has encouraged states to adopt new technology-driven initiatives quickly to improve farm production estimates. Key initiatives include the Digital Crop Survey, DGCES, and revamped FASAL programme to enhance data accuracy. Collaborative efforts aim to provide real-time, reliable data for better agricultural statistics and policy-making.
Bose had paid a visit to the residence of the woman doctor, who was allegedly raped and murdered at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital earlier this month and spoke to her parents on Wednesday. The body of the post-graduate trainee was found in the seminar room of the hospital. The Kolkata Police arrested a civic volunteer in this connection the next day.
US fund Blackstone backed diamond certification company International Gemological Institute (IGI) has filed draft papers with the capital markets regulator SEBI to raise Rs 4,000 crore ($480 mn) through an initial public offering (IPO).
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has urged Prime Minister Modi to introduce central legislation to combat increasing rape cases. She highlighted the alarming frequency of such crimes and advocated for fast-track special courts for quick justice. The letter stresses the duty of lawmakers to ensure women's safety through stringent measures.
The stamp and registration department in Ghaziabad has received only 20 objections to the proposed 15%-20% increase in circle rates for properties. With a few days left to file feedback, the new rates may come into effect by September 15. A public hearing to address concerns is scheduled for August 28.
A bench comprising Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud and Justices J B Pardiwala and Manoj Misra, however, said it will accord the final hearing in the matter on August 27.
The Indian rupee weakened moderately on Thursday and ended at 83.952 versus the US dollar due to dollar demand from local banks and corporates. A moderate rise in the dollar index also added to the weakness in the rupee.
Art therapy is a form of psychotherapy that allows individuals to express themselves through creating art. It aids in processing difficult emotions, managing stress, and enhancing mental health.
According to Chandan Taparia of Motilal Oswal, the Nifty needs to stay above 24,700 to keep pushing towards the 25,000 and 25,100 levels. If it drops, there's support at 24,700 and then again at 24,550.
Here are eight foods that can help naturally reduce joint pain during the monsoon season: