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India may ask critical departments to avoid foreign AI: Are homegrown models ready?

The Centre is considering asking critical government departments to avoid AI models developed by foreign companies and adopt homegrown alternatives, particularly in sensitive sectors such as defence.

Why has MIAL asked select Gulf carriers to shift flights to Navi Mumbai?

Mumbai airport's Terminal 1 redevelopment could disrupt international flights, with select Gulf carriers being asked to shift services to Navi Mumbai from March 2027. Airlines that refuse could face a

Reliance shares jump 11.6%: Can the rally continue?

Reliance Industries shares surged 11.6% on November 2, their biggest single-day gain in over six years, adding ₹1.83 lakh crore to its market value. Strong Q2 earnings and Jio’s recent listing.

Retail e-invoicing pilot likely from April 2027: How will the new system work?

GST authorities are reportedly planning a voluntary retail e-invoicing pilot in select sectors from April 1, 2027, to improve tax compliance. The proposed system would electronically.

PF balance on WhatsApp, automatic payouts: EPFO’s new services explained

The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has launched two new facilities from November 1, allowing subscribers to check their PF balance, latest five transactions and passbook details.

Can India hit 8% growth? Shaktikanta Das’ roadmap for the BFSI sector

The banking, financial services and insurance (BFSI) sector must take the lead in financing large infrastructure projects and advanced manufacturing to support India's ambition of becoming a developed

Agentic payments need clear consent and security rules Industry leaders final

As artificial intelligence (AI) agents begin to search, shop, and make payments on behalf of consumers, clear rules on authorisation, authentication, and liability will be essential to building.

FCNR(B) a strong insurance policy, but repayment risks loom: Uday Kotak

Uday Kotak, founder and non-executive director of Kotak Mahindra Bank, on Monday described the foreign currency non-resident (bank), or FCNR(B), scheme as a “strong insurance policy.

UPI boom needs investment, minimal MDR can help: C S Setty, Chairman, SBI

State Bank of India (SBI) Chairman CS Setty on Monday backed the minimal merchant discount rate (MDR) on select Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions, stating the move could help banks fund ri

SBI customer data on dark web: Suspected leak involves 3,897 records | Cyber attack | Data security

SBI is investigating a suspected data leak after 3,897 customer records containing personal information were identified on the dark web. What details may have been exposed, how is the bank responding.

UPI charges put on hold until after Diwali: Who will pay? | MDR | UPI payments

NPCI has delayed the rollout of MDR fees on select UPI merchant payments until after Diwali. What is the fee, who pays it, and why has the implementation been postponed?

RBI hikes rates: Will your FD earn more? | RBI MPC Outcome | Interest rates

The RBI has raised the repo rate by 25 basis points to 5.50%. For FD investors, the key question is simple: will deposit rates now rise? Here is what the hike means for existing FDs, fresh deposits an

RBI hikes rates: Will your FD earn more? | RBI MPC Outcome | Interest rates

The RBI has raised the repo rate by 25 basis points to 5.50%. For FD investors, the key question is simple: will deposit rates now rise? Here is what the hike means for existing FDs

RBI MPC Outcome: RBI MPC hikes repo rate to 5.5%, changes stance to 'calibrated tightening'

The Reserve Bank of India's (RBI's) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) on Wednesday unanimously hiked the repo rate by 25 basis points to 5.5 per cent from 5.25 per cent.

Changing your name on Aadhaar? UIDAI’s new rules explained | Aadhaar card update

The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has revised its Aadhaar name-update rules, effective September 18, with different document requirements for minor corrections,

More solar, yet power shortages: Why India struggles after sunset

Several Indian states, including Rajasthan and Gujarat, are seeking additional power from the Centre to avoid outages. India’s electricity shortfall reached 560 million units in September,

57th GST Council meeting: What should businesses expect?

Ahead of the upcoming GST Council meeting, businesses could see proposals aimed at reducing paperwork and easing the money tied up in tax credits. These are expected to include more predictable.

Jio IPO listing likely by October-end at ₹12 trillion-plus valuation: What we know

Jio Platforms could make its stock-market debut by October-end at a valuation of over ₹12 trillion, potentially making it India’s biggest IPO yet. With a proposed ₹3.8-billion issue, strong.

Why are IITs restricting 22 companies from campus hiring?

More than 150 job offers made to IIT students graduating in 2026 were not honoured, prompting the All IITs Placement Committee to restrict 22 companies from campus hiring

Unauthorised Pakistan-made creams sold in India: What happened?

Two Pakistan-made beauty creams flagged by India’s drug regulator for excessive heavy metals were found listed on major Indian shopping platforms. Some were even labelled “Made in India”.