Mahua Maji

About Mahua Maji

Mahua Maji

Mahua Maji, a Rajya Sabha MP, is contesting from Ranchi. Known for her extensive experience in parliamentary affairs, Maji brings a wealth of knowledge to her campaign. Her focus will be on urban issues, including housing, education, and healthcare access in Ranchi. Maji’s candidacy is significant as it represents the JMM's attempt to strengthen its presence in urban areas while appealing to voters who prioritise experienced leadership.

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RBI's 25-bps repo rate cut may revive housing demand as EMIs ease

The rate cut comes at a time when housing sales across the top Indian cities are moderating, with affordability concerns being one of the key factors behind the plateauing

Updated On: 05 Dec 2025 | 6:50 PM IST

RBI to maintain ample banking liquidity without targeting surplus levels

Net liquidity in the banking system was in a surplus of ₹2.6 trillion on Thursday, latest RBI data showed

Updated On: 05 Dec 2025 | 6:50 PM IST

India firms, Uralchem sign deal for 1.8-2 mn tonnes urea plant in Russia

Russia's share in India's total fertiliser imports has grown from a mere 7.68 per cent in 2017-18 to almost 27 per cent in 2023-24, making it a significant player in India's fertiliser story

Updated On: 05 Dec 2025 | 6:48 PM IST

Under pressure bank NIMs to squeeze further after RBI's 25 bps cut

Banks may face further margin pressure as repo-linked loan rates reset faster than deposits, though liquidity support and CRR cuts could soften the impact in Q4

Updated On: 05 Dec 2025 | 6:47 PM IST

Qcom drives 45% of festive purchases in 2025: WPP Media, Meta report

The top three platforms, Blinkit (45 per cent share), Swiggy Instamart (25 per cent share) and Zepto (23 per cent), together have about 90 per cent market share

Updated On: 05 Dec 2025 | 6:39 PM IST

British American Tobacco sells 9% stake in ITC Hotels for ₹3,820 crore

The ITC Hotels stock on Friday closed at ₹206 a share on the BSE, down by 0.84%

Updated On: 05 Dec 2025 | 6:33 PM IST

RBI emphatic on durable liquidity support; focus clearly on transmission

Multiple MPC members of late flagged the re-emergence of space for further monetary easing given the record-low CPI inflation

Updated On: 05 Dec 2025 | 6:27 PM IST

India-Russia bilateral trade could hit $100 billion before 2030: PM Modi

PM Narendra Modi said India and Russia could meet the $100 billion trade target well before 2030, citing trust and scope for cooperation in EVs, healthcare and auto components

Updated On: 05 Dec 2025 | 6:18 PM IST

Exchange rate a managed float; RBI's Gupta downplays IMF 'crawl' remark

RBI deputy governor Poonam Gupta says the IMF's 'crawl-like' label is a sub-classification based on recent volatility data, and does not change India's managed-float exchange rate regime

Updated On: 05 Dec 2025 | 6:15 PM IST

Govt launches high-level inquiry into flight disruptions after IndiGo chaos

After IndiGo cancellations disrupted travel for thousands, the government has set up a four-member DGCA-led panel to fix accountability and recommend safeguards for passengers

Updated On: 05 Dec 2025 | 6:13 PM IST

US Navy releases reports on operational mishaps involving USS Truman

The US Navy lost three aircraft during the operation due to the lapses pointing towards the broader issues of operational strain, coordination lapses and more

Updated On: 05 Dec 2025 | 5:57 PM IST

Mainboard IPO launches hit 100 after 18 years as fundraising tops ₹1.7 trn

Mainboard IPO launches have hit 100 for the first time since 2007, with mobilisation set to cross Rs 1.7 trillion, powered by strong domestic inflows, steady PE exits and resilient demand

Updated On: 05 Dec 2025 | 5:56 PM IST

ASTA denies Sebi charges, says it only runs education, training programmes

Avadhut Sathe Trading Academy says it functions purely as a training institution and does not offer stock tips or advisory services. It plans to challenge Sebi's interim order

Updated On: 05 Dec 2025 | 5:50 PM IST

PE, VC inflows up 9% in October as macro signals boost investor sentiment

India's private equity, venture capital investments touched $5.3 billion in Oct 2025, rising nine per cent, as resilient sectors, policy cues and a steady macro backdrop supported investor confidence

Updated On: 05 Dec 2025 | 5:44 PM IST

DPDP rules lift cyber, D&O cover enquiries, but major demand yet to emerge

India's DPDP Act has prompted firms to reassess cyber and D&O liability limits, lifting enquiries but not yet translating into a surge in purchases

Updated On: 05 Dec 2025 | 5:36 PM IST

ISL clubs tell AIFF current situation could make operations untenable soon

The clubs also suggested that the AIFF work with the government to submit the actions proposed to be taken with regards

Updated On: 05 Dec 2025 | 5:30 PM IST

Junior Hockey WC: Germany beat France as defending champs enter semis

In the thrilling first quarterfinal earlier in the day, tournament's second-highest goal scorer and drag-flicker converted a last minute penalty corner to hand Spain a close 4-3 win over a fighting NZ

Updated On: 05 Dec 2025 | 5:27 PM IST

LS clears bill to impose cess on pan masala units for health, security

The proposed Health and National Security Cess, which will be over and above the GST, will be levied on the production capacity of machines in pan masala manufacturing factories

Updated On: 05 Dec 2025 | 5:21 PM IST

Healthify seeks more weight-loss drug partnerships after Novo Nordisk deal

The deal marks Healthify's first such partnership with a drugmaker, and it hopes similar agreements will boost its paid subscriber base

Updated On: 05 Dec 2025 | 5:18 PM IST

US calls for stronger ties with India to bolster Indo-Pacific security

The White House's new national security strategy urges deeper ties with India to reinforce Indo-Pacific stability, citing the region's rising economic weight

Updated On: 05 Dec 2025 | 5:14 PM IST