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IndusInd Bank strengthens board, appoints 2 WTDs, 2 independent directors

IndusInd Bank strengthens its board with key executive and independent director appointments after leadership changes triggered by last year's accounting lapse

Small business credit growth slows to 14.9 per cent: CRIF-SIDBI report

India's small business credit portfolio remains resilient at ₹47.8 lakh crore, though growth moderated amid a higher base, even as smaller-ticket loans gained share

ABSL AMC Q4 profit down 18%; Invesco MF launches first equity index funds

AMC earnings, new index fund launches, and a major regulatory settlement highlight shifts in India's mutual fund industry and evolving investor landscape

M&M patent portfolio grows 20-fold over decade on strong R&D push

Mahindra & Mahindra's patent portfolio has expanded sharply over the past decade, with granted patents rising over 20-fold, reflecting a stronger focus on R&D and innovation

RBI approves Vivek Tripathi's elevation as whole-time director of AU SFB

RBI clears Vivek Tripathi as whole-time director of AU SFB, as the lender gears up for growth and a potential transition to a universal bank

Flipkart plans standalone app for Minutes amid q-commerce slowdown

Spin-off of Flipkart Minutes into a standalone app comes as rivals scale up and growth slows in India's crowded quick-commerce market, especially across major urban centres

Net FDI turns positive in Feb after six consecutive months of decline

Net FDI stood at $4.6 billion in February, compared with a negative $703 million in February 2025. In January 2026, net FDI was negative $1.4 billion

WALR transmission higher for private banks than PSBs in easing cycle: RBI

RBI Bulletin shows stronger pass-through of rate cuts to lending rates by private banks than PSBs, though overall transmission across sectors remains robust

What are the best plans that insurers offer for cancer treatment?

With cancer treatment costs rising, insurers are offering specialised plans that provide staged payouts, long-term financial protection and support across diagnosis and recovery

Flow in NRI deposits drops 24% to $11.04 bn in Apr-Feb 2026: RBI data

The total outstanding NRI deposits stood at $167.58 billion as of the end of February 2026

IAF activates emergency-landing facility to demonstrate op readiness

IAF showcases combat readiness with fighter jets landing on UP highway, boosting operational flexibility and emergency response capability

India, Germany agree on defence-industrial roadmap to deepen ties

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh held talks with his German counterpart Boris Pistorius in Berlin on Wednesday. They discussed security and defence issues

Pahalgam attack anniversary: India will never bow to terror, says PM

Leaders from across the political spectrum pay tributes to victims

Women underrepresented in India's deeptech sector, says Indeed report

Women remain underrepresented in India's deeptech sector, with limited entry-level hiring and slower career progression despite steady job-seeking activity, an Indeed report shows

Vikram Saha resigns as Deputy MD, board member of Can Fin Homes

Senior executive steps down following transfer by parent bank, exits board as whole-time director, company says in regulatory filing

3 in 4 global leaders to prioritise AI investment despite uncertainty

KPMG report highlights widening gap between AI leaders and laggards, with strong investment but limited realised returns across enterprises

Postal Dept clocks 16% revenue growth in FY26; eyes ₹17,000 crore FY27

Strong growth in parcels, savings bank and citizen services drives postal revenues, while the department aims to narrow deficit and expand rural network

Bhinder steps down as Aavas Financiers MD & CEO; Manu Singh to succeed

Aavas Financiers board accepts Bhinder's resignation and appoints Manu Yeshpal Singh as successor, with the transition subject to regulatory and shareholder approvals

Shriram Finance cuts FD rates across tenures, new rates effective May 6

Shriram Finance has cut fixed deposit rates across multiple tenures, with revised rates effective May 6, impacting returns for retail investors and fixed investment plans

Lenskart publishes store style guide after row over religious expression

Company releases guidelines outlining inclusion of faith symbols following employee allegations and social media posts