How Gold Loans Fuel Women-Led Businesses in Small Towns
Women entrepreneurs in semi-urban India are using gold loans to overcome credit barriers. Discover how this practical financing solution is driving business growth and financial independence.
Women entrepreneurs in semi-urban India are using gold loans to overcome credit barriers. Discover how this practical financing solution is driving business growth and financial independence.
Mahindra & Mahindra Financial Services' Dhan Samvaad initiative has empowered over 150,000 individuals across India with financial and digital literacy, fostering community resilience and inclusion.
MSME credit growth surges to 20%, hitting ₹10.7 lakh crore, driven by government guarantees and Udyam push. Discover how this fuels India's economic engine.
The RBI's dollar sale intervention halted the rupee's sharp decline, pushing it up 0.7%. With low inflation and oil prices, experts debate if it's time to let the currency find its level. Read the full analysis.
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RecommendedBanks in Panaji and Sikkim will be closed on December 19 and 20 for Goa Liberation Day and Losoong. Check the full city-wise list and available digital services.
NPCI's plan to limit any single app to 30% of UPI transactions by Dec 2026 faces major hurdles. Experts cite lack of MDR revenue & user habits as key barriers. Read the full analysis.
ED facilitates payment of long-pending dues to Kingfisher Airlines' ex-staff. ₹312 crore transferred via liquidator after DRT approval. Read the full story.
Depositors and shareholders of Baghat Cooperative Bank staged a protest demanding action against officials for alleged lapses in loan sanctioning, causing financial distress. Read the full story.
Most Indian banks have migrated to the RBI-mandated bank.in domain to combat cyber fraud. IDRBT reports 889 domains registered by 747 banks, with a few still in transition. Learn about the new AI-powered threat analysis system.
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RecommendedThe RBI conducted a 3-day workshop for Mizoram finance officials on govt banking & accounting from Dec 15-17. Focus areas included digital payments, cash management, and public debt. Learn how this enhances transparency.
Canada's financial regulator holds capital buffer steady at 3.5%, revealing big banks have C$60 billion in excess capital. Read how this impacts lending and economic growth.
Two Indian Bank employees in Rajkot face charges for misappropriating pledged gold worth Rs 64 lakh. The accused, who controlled the locker keys, were transferred after an internal probe. Police investigation is ongoing.
India's 43 Regional Rural Banks launch a common logo to strengthen their unified identity and enhance trust in rural banking. Discover the strategy behind this rebranding move.
Running low on bank balance? Learn how to link your credit card to UPI apps like Google Pay, PhonePe for seamless transactions. Step-by-step guide inside.
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RecommendedSundaram Home Finance unveils an aggressive expansion plan for its Emerging Business segment, aiming for 100 branches and ₹500 crore disbursements by FY26, with a strong push into South Indian towns.
Shriram Finance calls press conference on 22 December amid reports of Japan's MUFG acquiring a 20% stake for up to $5 billion. Get the latest strategic updates.
India's Parliament passes landmark bill allowing 100% FDI in insurance, removing the 74% cap. Experts analyze how this can transform the under-penetrated sector and improve financial well-being.
HDFC Bank reduces fixed deposit interest rates for select tenures, effective 17 December 2025. Check the new FD rates for general and senior citizen investors here.
ICICI Bank faces a GST demand of Rs 238 crore from tax authorities for FY 2018-19. The bank plans to appeal the order. Get the full details here.
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RecommendedExperts predict a fundamental shift in co-lending partnerships between banks, NBFCs, and fintechs. Speed, transparency, and trust will define winning models as regulations tighten and customer expectations evolve. Read more.
Stablecoins serve a key purpose as a proxy for confidence in fiat money, argues this analysis. Discover why regulators should view them as a signal, not a threat.
The Indian rupee opened stronger at 90.32 against the US dollar, continuing its rebound after RBI intervention. Experts cite global pressures and US tariffs for the currency's 6% fall in 2025. SBI forecasts a strong recovery in late FY27.
Bank of India announces 514 vacancies for Credit Officers in GBO stream. Online applications open Dec 20, 2025. Check eligibility, age limits, and how to apply.
The Indian rupee surged past 90/$ after the RBI's aggressive dollar sales. Will the central bank's follow-through action sustain the rally? Read analysis from treasury experts.
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RecommendedLok Sabha passes key insurance bill, raising FDI limit to 100% and strengthening IRDAI. Can it bridge India's low insurance density gap without over-regulation?
TRAI's new directive requires all insurance companies to call customers only from 1600-series numbers. Learn how this rule combats fraud and protects policyholders.
India's plan to allow full foreign ownership of insurers aims to boost investment. But is it enough to achieve universal coverage by 2047? Analysis inside.
Japanese financial giants MUFG and Mizuho make multi-billion dollar investments in Shriram Finance and Avendus, signaling massive global confidence in India's growing financial services market. Read the full details.
Banks in Shillong are closed today, December 18, 2025, for U SoSo Tham's death anniversary. Check city-wise operational status and available digital banking services.
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RecommendedGoogle Pay partners with Axis Bank to launch FLEX, a RuPay-powered UPI credit card offering instant rewards. Also introduces 'Pocket Money' for kids and new merchant tools. Join the waitlist now!