India's overall bank credit has soared past ₹200 lakh crore for the first time, hitting ₹203.2 lakh crore by December 2025. Unsecured loans and credit card debt are driving this unprecedented growth, with year-on-year credit expansion nearly doubling.
On Shibu Soren's 82nd birthday, CM Hemant Soren interacted with GSCC beneficiaries, launched a new dashboard & AI chatbot, and urged youth to pursue higher education for Jharkhand's development.
Karasani Hari Krishna Reddy, a 24-year-old MS student from Guntur, vanished during a solo trip to Alaska. Last contact was Dec 30. Friends and police are searching. Read for details and updates.
A 23-year-old dental student in Bengaluru was found dead at her Chandapura home. A suicide note was recovered, while classmates allege harassment by college staff. If you need support, call Tele-Manas: 14416.
A 21-year-old BTech student at Vignan Deemed University died after setting himself on fire in a campus bathroom. Police are investigating the tragic incident, ruling out academic pressure and love failure. Read the full report.
The US Education Department is restarting wage garnishment for federal student loan defaulters, ending pandemic relief. Borrowers risk losing 15% of income. Know your rights and options.
Hari Karasani, an Indian student from Andhra Pradesh, is missing in Alaska after last being seen on December 31. Alaska State Troopers seek information. Read for details and updates.
Analysis reveals state capital expenditure doubled to Rs 8.4 trillion in 5 years, driven by central loans & borrowing flexibility. The 16th Finance Commission's recommendations will be crucial for future spending space. Read more.
A 27-year-old Ayurveda student, Shailendra Kumar, died by suicide in his Kanpur hostel room. Police cite exam failure stress as a key factor. Read the full report.
Maharashtra government announces stamp duty waiver on agricultural loan documents up to Rs 2 lakh from Jan 1, 2026. Aims to ease financial burden on lakhs of farmers. Read more.
Hruthik Reddy, a 22-year-old engineering student from Telangana, died after jumping from his apartment during a fire in Germany. His family appeals for help to repatriate his body. Read the full story.
Gold loans in India surge 125% YoY, contributing 12% of new bank credit. Discover how rising gold prices and a shift to secured lending are reshaping the banking sector's portfolio.
A new study shows an 87% success rate for discharging student loans via bankruptcy, debunking a persistent myth. Learn how policy changes have made this path more accessible for millions of borrowers.
A final-year B.Tech student at IIT Kanpur died by suicide in his hostel room. Police recovered a note from the scene. Details inside.
India's Unified Lending Interface (ULI) sees rapid growth with 64 lenders onboarded and over ₹65,000 crore in loans facilitated, revolutionizing digital credit access for MSMEs and farmers.
Learn how to safeguard your finances by checking for unauthorized loans linked to your PAN card. Follow our 5-step guide using credit reports, fintech apps, and DigiLocker to prevent identity theft and protect your credit score.
The Trump administration will resume aggressive collection on defaulted federal student loans, including wage garnishment, starting January 2024, ending pandemic-era protections. Millions of borrowers are affected.
India's revamped rural jobs scheme increases states' funding share, likely raising borrowings by ₹30,000-40,000 crore and pushing bond yields higher. Market experts warn of wider spreads and fiscal strain.
Prayagraj's youth are driving a startup boom! Over 7,300 applications worth ₹35.7 crore received under the CM's Youth Entrepreneur Scheme. Discover how loans up to ₹5 lakh are fueling local businesses.
The Trump administration will restart wage garnishment for defaulted federal student loans from January 7, 2025, ending the pandemic-era pause. Millions remain in default.
Public sector banks are reclaiming market share from private lenders in personal, home, and auto loans, driven by aggressive strategies and improved asset quality. Discover the key drivers behind this shift.
India's net household savings plunge to a 48-year low as post-pandemic borrowing for consumption surges. The middle class is trapped in high-cost debt. Read the full analysis.
Dharwad Zilla Panchayat CEO Bhuvanesh Patil directs banks to ensure timely credit for agriculture, SHGs, and youth. Review of loan disbursement and CSR plans discussed.
Haryana CM reveals over 25.67 lakh farmers have Rs 60,816 crore in outstanding loans. Details on district-wise debt and state relief schemes like zero-interest crop loans and OTS extensions.
The body of BDS student Anugrah from Rajasthan was recovered from a Ludhiana canal four days after he went missing. Police await postmortem report.
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.
An 18-year-old Class XI student, Ayesha Kumari, died by suicide in her Raidih rented house. Police are investigating the incident. Read the full details here.
Ludhiana's MSMEs, once Punjab's economic backbone, complain of neglect, funding woes, and pending VAT refunds while govt courts large investments. Read the full story.
Singapore's United Overseas Bank faces mounting losses from Hong Kong and China real estate loans, booking S$615 million in provisions. Its Greater China exposure under scrutiny as property markets deteriorate.
Haryana's agricultural credit outstanding surpasses Punjab's, with both states nearing Rs 1 lakh crore each. National data reveals Tamil Nadu leads. Explore the debt crisis and government's stance.