IDFC First Bank reduces savings account interest rates by up to 200 basis points from January 9. Key slabs see significant cuts, impacting retail depositors. Learn the new rates and what it means for your money.
The US expands its visa bond pilot to 38 more countries, requiring deposits up to $15,000. Learn what this means for travellers from South Asia and beyond. Is your country affected?
State Bank of India taps CD market for ₹6,000 crore at 6%, highlighting banking sector's liquidity tightness and deposit struggle despite robust credit demand. Details inside.
The US has expanded its visa bond program to 38 countries, including several in Asia and Africa. Applicants may need to pay up to $15,000 as a security deposit. Learn the new rules and affected nations.
Nepal abandons its refundable $4000 waste deposit for Everest climbers after it failed to reduce garbage. A new five-year Clean Mountain Strategy with higher fees and 'Mountain Rangers' is now in place. Will it work?
HDFC Bank shares extend losses for third day, down over 5% amid concerns over deposit growth. Analysts see buying opportunity ahead of Q3FY26 results on Jan 17. Read key technical levels.
Haveri MP Basavaraj Bommai pushes banks to boost local lending, reviews key schemes, and sets a high credit-deposit target for Gadag district. Read more.
Amazon Pay introduces Fixed Deposits starting from ₹1,000. Partnering with 7 banks & NBFCs, it offers up to 8% p.a. interest, with extra benefits for seniors & women. Start investing now!
Planning a 3-year fixed deposit? Compare the latest FD interest rates from top private and public sector banks for 2025-2026. See how a 0.5% difference can add ₹15,000 to your ₹10 lakh investment.
Major Indian banks report faster credit growth than deposit mobilisation in Dec 2025 quarter. HDFC Bank, BoB, PNB show shift to term deposits, impacting margins. Read the full analysis.
Protests erupt in Bailadila hills, Dantewada, against mining deposit no. 4. Youth, Congress, AAP, BSP, CPI demand protection of Bastar's ecology. Next march planned for 2026.
Indian banks head into Q3 FY26 earnings with robust credit growth but face pressure from record-high loan-to-deposit ratios and tight liquidity. Key results start Jan 17.
Indian banks' credit growth outstripped deposit mobilisation in 2025, pushing the incremental CD ratio to 102%. Explore the funding pressures and market implications.
A Mumbai civil court mandates a businessman to deposit Rs 7.5 lakh to defend against a suit by a woman who loaned him money after he promised marriage. The judge called his cash repayment claim a 'moonshine defence'.
Confused between FDs and small savings schemes like PPF or NSC? Our guide compares interest rates, lock-in periods, and tax benefits to help conservative investors make the right choice for their portfolio.
Discover how NRE Fixed Deposits offer NRIs a stable, tax-efficient way to save in India. Learn strategies for goal-based planning and managing foreign income effectively.
RBI data reveals a widening credit-deposit gap as bank deposits fell by Rs 1.7 lakh crore in early December. Credit growth remains strong at 11.9%, forcing banks to tap alternative liquidity. Read the full analysis.
Laxmikant Agrawal filed his nomination for Akola civic polls with a deposit of Rs 5,000 in small coins and notes. Election officials accepted the money, causing a brief delay. Read more.
A daring bank robbery in Germany saw thieves steal millions from safe deposit boxes during the Christmas holiday. Read about the cinematic crime that left customers devastated.
Explore the 2026 financial landscape: stock market drivers, FD rate outlook, gold's rally, and new RBI cybersecurity mandates for safer digital banking in India.
Bond carry trades, profiting from India's high yields and low funding costs, are surging. With RBI holding rates, investors target 1% returns. Learn the strategy and risks for 2025.
A 62-year-old Pimpri housewife was cheated of Rs 4.5 lakh by a cybercrook posing as a bank manager. Learn how the scam unfolded and how to protect yourself from similar frauds.
In a major heist, thieves drilled into a German bank vault, stealing valuables worth up to €90 million from 2,700 safety deposit boxes. Police investigate one of Germany's largest thefts.
Thieves drilled into a German bank vault, stealing Rs 317 crore in cash, gold, and jewellery from 3000+ deposit boxes. Police investigation ongoing. Read the shocking details.
Congress members staged a protest at TPCODL office in Bhubaneswar against additional security deposits. OPCC chief Bhakta Das called electricity a basic necessity and vowed state-wide agitation.
RBI reports a decline in ATMs as digital payments reduce cash demand. Public sector banks expand rural branches, while deposit insurance covers 97.6% of accounts. Explore the shift.
A fertiliser dealer in Barwani's Pati faces an FIR after officials caught him selling urea at Rs 550 per bag, far above the government-fixed price of Rs 266.50. Read the full details of the investigation and its implications for farmers.
Odisha plans its first-ever gold mine auctions in 2026. A committee meets Jan 3 to finalize the auction calendar for 49 mineral blocks, including two gold-bearing areas. Read more.
As yields stabilise, Indian investors are re-evaluating fixed income for portfolio stability and income. Discover the 2025-2026 roadmap for smart investing.
As RBI rate cuts reshape India's investment landscape, bonds offer a rare opportunity for high returns with lower risk. Learn the strategies to capitalise in 2026.