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BANKING FINANCE
Indian women rank high Al skills globally, but top roles held by men
The penetration of AI skills is highest among Indian women than anywhere else globally, data from the recent Stanford AI Index suggests.
1 min |
May 2026
BANKING FINANCE
SEBI eases fundraising norms for social enterprises
The Securities and Exchange Board of India has introduced key relaxations to strengthen the Social Stock Exchange (SSE) framework and improve fundraising avenues for not-for-profit organisations (NPOs).
1 min |
May 2026
BANKING FINANCE
Capacity building in cooperative and rural banks: A detailed analysis
Cooperative and rural banks occupy a vital position in India's financial architecture.
4 min |
May 2026
BANKING FINANCE
RBI proposes bank account portability for customers
Reserve Bank of India is planning to introduce account portability, allowing customers to switch banks without changing their account numbers.
1 min |
May 2026
BANKING FINANCE
Mutual fund SIP inflows hit record Rs. 32,087 crore in March
Systematic Investment Plan (SIP) inflows in mutual funds surged to an alltime high of Rs. 32,087 crore in March, marking an 8% increase from Rs. 29,845 crore in February, according to industry data.
1 min |
May 2026
BANKING FINANCE
Vinay Tonse takes charge as YES Bank MD & CEO
YES Bank has appointed Vinay Muralidhar Tonse as its Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, effective April 6, 2026, for a three-year term.
1 min |
May 2026
BANKING FINANCE
Cryptocurrency and Indian Banking: Opportunities, Risks, and the Road Ahead
Cryptocurrency is a digital currency that uses cryptography for secure transactions and runs on blockchain technology.
8 min |
May 2026
BANKING FINANCE
Bharti Airtel becomes world's second-largest telecom operator
Bharti Airtel has crossed 650 million users globally, emerging as the secondlargest telecom operator by subscriber base, according to GSMA Intelligence.
1 min |
May 2026
BANKING FINANCE
Unclaimed deposit payouts surge after RBI campaign
Reserve Bank of India said payouts of unclaimed deposits have surged significantly following targeted campaigns and incentive schemes. Monthly payouts rose to Rs. 760 crore from October 2025 onwards, compared to Rs. 180 crore during April-September 2025.
1 min |
May 2026
BANKING FINANCE
The Evolution of RPA in Finance: From Task Automation to Strategic Decision Making
Robotic Process Automation has significantly transformed the financial services sector.
2 min |
May 2026
BANKING FINANCE
Generative Artificial Intelligence in Banking - Applications, Risks and Way Forward
It is estimated that GenAI could potentially add US$200-340 billion annually to the banking sector globally through productivity gains and new revenue streams (McKinsey & Company, 2023).
10+ min |
May 2026
BANKING FINANCE
India becomes world's third-largest renewable energy market
India has emerged as the third-largest renewable energy market globally in 2025, after China and the United States, according to the International Renewable Energy Agency.
1 min |
May 2026
BANKING FINANCE
RBI suggests 1-hour delay for high-value digital payments
Reserve Bank of India has proposed introducing a one-hour delay for digital payments above Rs. 10,000 to curb rising fraud risks.
1 min |
May 2026
BANKING FINANCE
Bridging Skill Gaps in Banking: The Role of Structured Learning in a Transforming BFSI Sector
The banking and financial services sector is undergoing rapid transformation driven by digitalisation, regulatory evolution, risk complexities, and changing customer expectations.
4 min |
May 2026
BANKING FINANCE
Gold loans dominate new credit as retail book expands
Gold loans have emerged as the leading product in new loan originations and the second-largest segment in India's retail credit market, reaching Rs. 16 lakh crore, according to TransUnion CIBIL.
1 min |
May 2026
BANKING FINANCE
Building Wealth Across Market Cycles: A Long-Term Investor's Perspective
A long-term equity investor's edge isn't predicting power, it's staying in power.
3 min |
May 2026
BANKING FINANCE
The Rise of API Banking: How Open Banking Is Fuelling Embedded Finance
According to a PwC report, the embedded finance market is projected to reach USD 7.1 trillion by 2030, with the largest opportunities emerging in retail and e-commerce, followed by healthcare, insurance, and education.
7 min |
May 2026
BANKING FINANCE
Reshaping the Operations of Public Sector Banks in India
In 1969, the Government of India nationalized fourteen major commercial banks. The objective was to expand banking access and ensure that financial resources supported national development goals. A second round of nationalization occurred in 1980, bringing six additional banks under government ownership.
10+ min |
May 2026
BANKING FINANCE
Auto exports hit record high with 24% growth
India's automobile exports reached a record 66.4 lakh units in FY26, marking a 24% increase and the fastest growth in seven years.
1 min |
May 2026
BANKING FINANCE
PNB launches Digi MSME Prime digital lending platform
Punjab National Bank has introduced Digi MSME Prime, a digital lending platform designed to provide faster and seamless credit access to micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs).
1 min |
May 2026
BANKING FINANCE
RBI CIRCULAR
Risk Management and Inter-Bank Dealings
4 min |
May 2026
BANKING FINANCE
IBEX India 2026 Concludes on a High Note, Strengthening the Future of BFSI Technology
7-8 April 2026-Mumbai, India Media Partner: The Insurance Times
3 min |
May 2026
BANKING FINANCE
SEBI's overlap rule may trigger Rs. 76,000-cr MF portfolio rejig
Mutual fund houses may need to reshuffle portfolios worth about Rs. 76,000 crore as they move to comply with the Securities and Exchange Board of India's new rules aimed at curbing excessive overlap between schemes.
1 min |
April 2026
BANKING FINANCE
UP highway project worth Rs. 6,969 crore gets Cabinet nod
The Union Cabinet has approved a Rs. 6,969 crore four-lane highway project connecting Barabanki and Bahraich in Uttar Pradesh to improve regional connectivity and logistics efficiency.
1 min |
April 2026
BANKING FINANCE
Govt targets 39 lakh rooftop solar installations in FY27
The government plans to install 39 lakh rooftop solar systems with a capacity of 11,700 MW in FY27 under the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana.
1 min |
April 2026
BANKING FINANCE
Smartphones emerge as India's top export category
India's smartphone exports touched $30 billion in 2025, making them the country's leading export category, according to Electronics and IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw.
1 min |
April 2026
BANKING FINANCE
SEBI warns against misuse of AI in financial markets
Securities and Exchange Board of India has cautioned market participants against misleading claims about artificial intelligence, highlighting risks of \"AI washing\" and misinformation.
1 min |
April 2026
BANKING FINANCE
RBI links bank dividend payouts to capital strength
Reserve Bank of India has revised its dividend guidelines, allowing banks to declare payouts based on their capital adequacy, with a cap of 75 per cent of profit after tax (PAT) for the financial year.
1 min |
April 2026
BANKING FINANCE
Bombay High Court Lifts Stay on RBI Fraud Circular
The Bombay High Court has lifted the stay on the Reserve Bank of India circular governing fraud classification, allowing banks to resume action against industrialist Anil Ambani and associated entities.
1 min |
April 2026
BANKING FINANCE
SBI partners Mitsubishi group for cross-border financing
State Bank of India has entered into a strategic partnership with Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group to finance projects, including mergers and acquisitions and real estate deals.
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