Home Ministry Orders Standard Protocols for Large Crowd Events
The Union Home Ministry has instructed DGPs to establish clear responsibilities for event organizers and maintain detailed records to prevent tragedies at mega gatherings.
The Union Home Ministry has instructed DGPs to establish clear responsibilities for event organizers and maintain detailed records to prevent tragedies at mega gatherings.
Standard Chartered Bank unveils its priority banking suite in Mumbai, targeting affluent customers with wealth expertise, international banking, and lifestyle benefits.
Standard Chartered Bank has launched a refreshed Priority Banking proposition in India, featuring enhanced digital tools and personalized services for high-net-worth clients.
ICAI introduces a mandatory digital E-Diary for CA students starting practical training from Jan 1, 2026. This platform digitizes attendance, tasks, and stipend records for standardized, transparent skill mapping.
India establishes its National Environmental Standard Laboratory (NESL) at CSIR-NPL to certify air pollution monitoring equipment for local conditions, boosting environmental governance and reducing foreign dependence. Read more.
UPESSC decides to digitise all records and frame SOPs for recruitment. The move aims to boost transparency, efficiency, and prevent technical glitches in exams. Read more.
India establishes its own National Environmental Standard Laboratory in Delhi to certify air monitoring gear for local conditions, cutting import reliance and aiming for a share in the $4 billion global market.
HDFC Bank's share price declined 1.64% to ₹984.60 even as its Q3 FY26 update showed robust 9-12% growth in advances and deposits. Full results due Jan 17.
Bank employee unions call for a nationwide strike on January 27, 2025, demanding pension updates and opposing new policies. Services may be impacted.
India's Tea Board will implement a strict SOP within two weeks to stop inferior, cheap tea from Nepal, safeguarding Darjeeling's industry. A ₹1,500 crore scheme is also announced. Read more.
ICAI defers Phase IV of Peer Review Mandate to Dec 31, 2026, offering relief to CA firms. Learn what this means for firms auditing PSU banks & multi-partner units. Plan your compliance now!
Nifty Bank index soared to a new peak, driven by Yes Bank, Union Bank, and IndusInd Bank. The index surged 2% in four sessions. Discover the key drivers and market outlook.
Plan your finances with the complete list of 16 bank holidays in January 2026 across India. Check city-wise closures for Republic Day, Makar Sankranti, and more.
Punjab Police SIT arrests prime accused CA Satinder Singh Kohli in the high-profile case of 328 missing sacred saroops. AAP hails it as a major breakthrough after years of Sikh community protests.
Plan your bank visits in January 2026 with our complete list of state-wise holidays. Avoid wasted trips and manage your finances efficiently with key dates for Republic Day, Pongal, Sankranti & more.
Plan your financial tasks! The RBI has released the official list of bank holidays for January 2026. Check state-wise closures for Republic Day, festivals & more.
At Pune convocation, 1,400 new Chartered Accountants were urged to blend financial expertise with tech like AI to stay globally competitive and aid India's economic growth. Read more.
Plan your banking for the year-end. Check which states have bank holidays on December 31, 2025, and January 1, 2026. Essential guide for financial planning.
ICAI welcomes 17,800 new Chartered Accountants in a nationwide convocation. Discover the region-wise breakdown and the evolving role of CAs in India's digital economy. Read more.
Plan your financial tasks! Banks in India will observe up to 16 holidays in January 2026, including Republic Day and regional festivals. Check the state-wise list here.
Howrah police arrest CA Souvik Pakui for defrauding people of over Rs 80 lakh with fake job promises. He used a blue beacon car with a forged finance department stamp to gain trust. Details inside.
Bageshwar Dham's Dhirendra Shastri addresses the chartered flight row, asserting his rights as an Indian citizen. Get the full story on his response and the political reactions.
India introduces its first testing standard for electric agricultural tractors, aiming to boost safety, reduce emissions, and cut farm operating costs. Learn how this move accelerates clean farm mechanisation.
Bureau of Indian Standards releases IS 17304:2024, the first national standard for electric agricultural tractors, boosting green farming and domestic manufacturing. Learn about the new safety and performance benchmarks.
New York Democrat Alex Bores proposes using cryptographic standards like C2PA to verify media authenticity, drawing parallels to secure online banking. Learn how this tech can combat AI misinformation.
ICAI shifts CA Intermediate Group II Paper 5 exam from Jan 15 to Jan 19, 2026, due to Maharashtra municipal elections. All other dates unchanged. Read official notice details.
AIBEA demands disciplinary action for customers abusing bank staff, highlights recruitment slowdown's impact on CASA deposits, and reaffirms opposition to bank privatisation. Read key insights from the Pune conference.
India establishes its first national standard for bomb disposal systems, IS 19445:2025, to enhance security infrastructure. Developed for the Home Ministry, it marks a critical step in standardizing counter-terror and explosive response.
India introduces a new BIS standard for agarbatti to ensure safety, quality, and sustainability. The move aims to protect consumers and boost exports for the ₹8,000 crore industry. Read more.
India introduces a new BIS standard for incense sticks, banning harmful chemicals to ensure safety and quality. This move aims to protect health and boost exports. Read more.