Bank credit growth jumps to 19.1% in July, nearly doubles from year-ago level: RBI Bank lending saw a broad-based acceleration in July, with non-food bank credit growing 19.1 per cent year-on-year in the fortnight ended July 31, 2026, compared with 9.9 per cent in the same fortnight a year earlier, according to Reserve Bank of…
Competitive Exam explainers | Indian economy Liquidity is one of the most important but often misunderstood concepts in monetary policy. In simple terms, it refers to the availability of money and funds in the financial system that can be used for transactions, lending and investment. When liquidity is abundant, banks generally have easier access to…
The incident took place during a Test series in 2001 at the Taj Coromandel in Chennai. Sachin Tendulkar has received cricket advice from some of the biggest names in the sport. But one observation that made him change his equipment came from a hotel staffer he met in Chennai. The incident took place during a…
September opens like a courtyard washed clean at dawn. Home feels central, and fresh possibilities arrive through people you already trust. As this phase begins, the focus of your energies and expenses may be directed towards your family’s welfare. There may be an atmosphere of happiness and peace at home.As the second phase arrives, the…
Actor Soori has come a long way in Tamil cinema, and his journey continues to inspire many. Before starting his career as an actor, he took up various jobs in the film industry, including working as a lightman. Gradually, although he was initially confined to minor roles, Soori entered the film industry as a comedian….
Lionel Messi has announced his retirement from international football, bringing an end to his celebrated career with the Argentina national team.Messi confirmed his decision in an emotional statement, saying he had spent considerable time thinking about his future since Argentina’s latest final. The Argentina captain said the decision was painful but that he believed the…
The service uses a proprietary technology stack and an SMS-based architecture (representative image) Fintech major PhonePe on Monday announced the launch of PhonePe UPI 123Pay, a service that allows feature phone users to make UPI transactions without requiring an internet connection.According to news agency PTI, the service makes PhonePe the first major third-party application provider…
Srinagar, Aug 31 (IANS) Medical interns of MBBS and BDS courses in Jammu & Kashmir began an indefinite strike on Monday, demanding enhancement of their monthly stipend. MBBS and BDS interns across Jammu and Kashmir have launched an indefinite strike, demanding a substantial increase in their monthly stipend. The protesting interns are currently staging dharnas…
Indian man shares healthcare experience, says ‘I want to move back’ For Indians working in the US, moving back home can be a decision shaped by many everyday experiences. A recent Instagram video has sparked that conversation online after an Indian man shared two very different hospital experiences from his time in India and America.Yuvaan…
The month behaves like a restless monsoon breeze. It brings relief, changes direction suddenly, then settles near familiar doors. The opening days of this phase indicate a few stomach-related disorders, although your education and emotional relationships may remain in good shape. There may be sudden differences of opinion with your children.As the second phase arrives,…
