Celebrated choreographer Vaibhavi Merchant celebrated her 50th birthday with Ranveer Singh, Rani Mukerji, and more. She shared a heartfelt note on learning to stay relevant. See photos and details.
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Bollywood's top choreographer Vaibhavi Merchant celebrated her 50th birthday with a grand party attended by Rani Mukerji, Anil Kapoor, and more. Read about the heartfelt celebration and her journey.
India's markets regulator Sebi has denied media reports of changes to the short selling framework. The existing regulatory structure for short selling remains unchanged. Get the full details here.
State Bank of India's home loan portfolio, its largest business unit, is on track to exceed ₹10 lakh crore next year, driven by strong demand and low NPAs. Discover the growth story.
Maharashtra govt sets up SIT to investigate Chandrapur kidney racket where farmers were forced to sell organs. 5 accused arrested. Details on the illegal money lending and organ trafficking network.
A youth from Sambhal arrested after his Bank of Baroda account was used to funnel crores in a pan-India cyber fraud. The scam, promising high stock returns on WhatsApp, highlights a dangerous new trend of 'account lending' to syndicates. Stay vigilant.
Vidarbha's Under-16 team staged a thrilling comeback to defeat Uttar Pradesh by four wickets in the Vijay Merchant Trophy. Malhar Dhurad's unbeaten 74 guided the chase. Read the full match report.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah chaired a meeting to establish the Bureau of Port Security (BoPS), a new statutory body for port and ship security. CISF designated as the lead security agency. Details inside.
Uttar Pradesh secured a 35-run first-innings lead against Vidarbha in the U-16 Vijay Merchant Trophy. However, Vidarbha's fightback has set up an intriguing final day in Kanpur. Follow the live action!
Asian Development Bank pledges $4.258 billion for India's 2025 projects in skilling, renewable energy, urban infra, and healthcare. Details on PM-SETU, Surya Ghar, and metro expansions inside.
Rajasthan pacer Rohan Choudhary's brilliant 6/32 skittled Punjab for 156 on Day 1 of the Vijay Merchant U-16 Trophy in Gwalior. Read the full match report and analysis.
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.
Vidarbha's bowlers restrict Uttar Pradesh to 207 on Day 1 of the Vijay Merchant Trophy U-16 match in Kanpur. Vidarbha ends the day at 52/2 after an early wobble. Read the full match report.
Bollywood's elite attended choreographer Vaibhavi Merchant's birthday gala in Mumbai. See what Rani Mukerji, Shilpa Shetty, Karan Johar, and Arjun Kapoor wore to the star-studded event on December 18, 2025.
Fintech app SalaryOnTime reports a massive 200% growth in installs, driven by its instant, paperless loan services. Discover how it's changing financial access for India's workforce.
Experts 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.
Chandrapur farmer Roshan Kule sold his kidney to repay loans but fell into bonded labour in Laos. Rescued after MLA's intervention, police probe illegal lending & organ trade. Read the shocking details.
Dense fog and poor light forced a complete washout of the second day's play in the Vijay Merchant Trophy U-16 match between UP and Bengal in Bareilly. Get the latest updates on the weather-hit fixture.
A marginal farmer from Chandrapur was forced to sell his kidney after illegal moneylenders charged 40% monthly interest, trapping him in a Rs 74 lakh debt. Police have registered a case and arrested six accused. Read the full story.
First Brands founder Patrick James accuses lenders of predatory practices leading to bankruptcy, while new management alleges massive financial fraud. Key details inside.
India's fintech lending shifts focus from rapid expansion to liability management and customer monetization after regulatory overhaul. Discover the new priorities and IPO plans shaping the sector's future.
Tamil Nadu's new money lending rules remove collateral for loans under ₹4 lakh and up to ₹10 lakh for SHGs, aiming to empower low-income groups and women entrepreneurs. Discover how this policy change fosters financial inclusion.
Fino Payments Bank, now an SFB, plans a strategic shift towards secured lending like property loans, avoiding unsecured risks. Read about its merchant-focused growth plan.
US Senator Elizabeth Warren warns private credit market failures are 'tip of the iceberg', urges regulators to conduct stress tests. Read more on the growing risks to the financial system.
RBI's MPC slashed repo rate by 25 bps to 5.25%, urging banks to cut lending rates. See how HDFC, SBI, ICICI, and other top banks' home loan rates are impacted. Check your potential EMI savings now!
The RBI has revoked its 2016 framework that pushed large borrowers to debt markets. The move is expected to boost corporate bank credit by ₹3-4.5 trillion. Read the full analysis.
Philippines-based digital bank Tonik secures $12 million in pre-Series C funding to expand its capital-efficient lending operations and drive financial inclusion.
Five talented cricketers from Mohali have been selected for the Punjab U-16 team for the Vijay Merchant Trophy 2025-26. Discover the players' names and the historic achievement for the district.
PSU bank chiefs warn RBI of a 70-bps margin squeeze as loans reprice instantly with repo rate cuts, but deposit rates lag. Key asymmetry threatens profitability.