BJP Leader & Banking Expert Ramesh Mantri Dies at 73

Senior BJP leader and cooperative banking stalwart Ramesh Mantri passed away in Nagpur at 73. A key figure in resolving banking crises, his expertise was nationally recognized. Read more about his legacy.

Indian Markets Eye 5th Consecutive Drop on Dec 30

Sensex and Nifty 50 are poised for a negative start, extending losses amid global cues and FII selling. Get expert technical analysis and key support-resistance levels for today's trade.

RBI Push to Clear KYC Backlog, Curb Fraud

RBI mandates banks to clear KYC update delays, warns against routine rejections to combat fraud and mis-selling. New AI tools like MuleHunter.ai deployed. #Banking #RBI #CustomerProtection

Australian Shares Inch Higher in Year-End Trade

Australian shares closed slightly higher on Tuesday, with financials offsetting losses in miners and gold stocks. The S&P/ASX 200 rose 0.2% to 8,740.9 points. Read the full market analysis.

IndiGo, Air India in fierce pilot hiring battle

A severe captain shortage grips Indian aviation. IndiGo commits to hiring 100 pilots, Air India advertises, as new safety rules and poaching intensify the crisis. Joining bonuses soar to Rs 50 lakh.

Telangana's Economy Nears Middle-Income Country Status

Telangana's per capita income is set to hit $5,000, surpassing nations like Pakistan and Nepal. Driven by GCCs and steady growth, the state's economy is reshaping its global standing. Explore the full analysis.

Chandigarh Plans 700+ New Govt Housing Units

Chandigarh administration will construct over 700 government housing units in Sectors 25 and 43 to tackle the severe accommodation shortage for staff. Read more about the plan and its impact.

India's Oil Import Bill Falls 12% as Crude Prices Dip

India's oil import bill fell 12% to $80.9 billion in Apr-Nov FY26 despite higher volumes, as global crude prices averaged $67.6/barrel. Net oil & gas imports also declined over 12%. Read the full analysis.

Punjab Govt Reduces Mohali Land Enhancement Fee

Punjab government reduces land enhancement charges in Mohali from Rs 3,164 to Rs 2,325 per sq m, providing major financial relief to thousands of allottees after 15-year dispute. Read details.

Bank fraud amount up 30% in Apr-Sep 2025: RBI

RBI data shows a 30% surge in banking fraud amounts to Rs 21,515 crore in H1 FY26, even as the number of cases fell sharply. Public sector banks bore the brunt of the value. Read the full analysis.

CME Cattle, Hog Futures Fall on Year-End Positioning

Chicago Mercantile Exchange live cattle and lean hog futures declined due to year-end profit-taking and bearish USDA data. Feeder cattle edged higher. Get the full analysis of market pressures.

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