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Hand across the border

It takes courage for an Indian, especially a woman, to agree to take up the post of a diplomat in Pakistan.

Improving national accounts

Methodology concerns must be addressed in the new series

False alarm

There is no real threat to the dollar

'Radical' targets toppled former CEO at Stellantis

Targets deemed unrealistic or destructive by some board members triggered the sudden fall of Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares just a month after he received their full backing, sources told Reuters.

Trump, Republican Senators plan agenda for first 30 days

President-elect Donald Trump dialed in to what was described as a \"love fest\" Tuesday with Senate Republicans as they begin laying the groundwork for control of government in the new year, and a potential first30-days agenda.

South Korean President faces impeachment

Parliament introduces motion; Oppn to pursue charges of treason while ruling party holds meeting to oppose decision

Assam bans consumption of beef in hotels, at public places

The Assam government has decided to ban serving and consumption of beef in restaurants, hotels, and at public places, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced on Wednesday.

Rahul stopped at Ghazipur border on way to Sambhal

A delegation of Congress leaders led by Rahul Gandhi (pictured) on its way to violence-hit Sambhal was stopped by Uttar Pradesh Police at Ghazipur border on Wednesday and had to return, with the Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha terming the action as \"anti-constitutional\".

Badal escapes attempt on life at Golden Temple

Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) leader Sukhbir Singh Badal escaped a bid on his life on Wednesday when a former Khalistani terrorist fired from a close range at Punjab's ex-chief minister at the Golden Temple's entrance here but missed as plainclothes policemen overpowered him.

Fadnavis to return as Maha CM for 3rd time

PM Modi, NDA chief ministers to attend swearing-in at Azad Maidan today

parliamentary MEA briefs panel on Canada, China

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Wednesday briefed a parliamentary panel on the issues involving China and Canada, blaming the North American country government's unfriendly policies for the slump in ties with India, sources said.

Consider non-financial transactions for tagging account status: SBI to RBI

State Bank of India (SBI) has urged the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to consider allowing non-financial transactions, like checking the account balance, for making inoperative accounts functional.

NBFCs raised 47% more funds from MFs in Oct

Money raised by non-banking financial companies (NBFCs) from mutual funds (MFs) increased almost 47 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y) to ₹2.33 trillion in October 2024, according to CARE Ratings.

Need regulatory response to mitigate climate-change risks

Since climate change has a bearing on both price and financial stability, there is a need for a regulatory response to mitigate risks arising out of it, said M Rajeshwar Rao, deputy governor, Reserve Bank of India (RBI).

Inheritance of deposits likely to get unambiguous

The amendments to banking laws are expected to improve governance in the institutions, enhance customer convenience, and reduce litigations, according to bankers and experts.

Govt mulls subsidy for inland waterways transport

35% subsidy proposed for cargo owners to reduce transportation cost

Banking liquidity surplus hits ₹1 trn

Gets boost from govt spending, RBI swaps

Will seek funds for MGNREGA if budget falls short

Schemes like Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGA) are demand-based and if the allocated budget falls short, more funds are sought from the finance ministry based on state demands with continuous revisions made accordingly.

Capex slows on underspending by DoT, reduced state transfers

The slowdown in central capital expenditure (capex) can largely be attributed to underspending by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) due to the pending equity infusion into Bharat Sanchar Nigam (BSNL), reduced transfers to states from the Centre, and underutilisation of funds held by the Department of Economic Affairs, according to data from the Controller General of Accounts.

Revenue secretary cautions officials on high-pitched notices

Revenue Secretary Sanjay Malhotra on Wednesday told officers of the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) to nab the masterminds behind smuggling rackets, but keep the interest of the economy in mind before issuing high-pitched notices in commercial fraud cases.

Banks flag FIR delays, seek case update

Demand faster case resolutions, amendments to safeguard officials from post-retirement prosecution

DoT calls for telecom PLI expansion

India has achieved 60% import substitution in products under this scheme

Oyo enters UK, UAE with luxury brand SUNDAY

In a bid to expand its premium property portfolio overseas, SUNDAY, a luxury hotel brand owned by OYO's parent firm and SoftBank Group, has opened its first properties abroad in the UK and UAE, OYO said on Wednesday.

Vodafone to sell 3% stake in Indus Towers for ₹2,840 cr

British Telecom giant Vodafone PLC will liquidate its holdings in mobile tower infrastructure company Indus Towers, selling its remaining 3 per cent stake.

PhonePe eyes replicating UPI success via diversification

Fintech major PhonePe is strengthening its presence across key financial verticals—payments, lending, insurance, and wealth management—as it aims to replicate its success in the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) space across other domains.

Akasa Air seeks DGCA exemption from fog mandate

Akasa Air has asked the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) to exempt it from deploying CAT-III trained pilots on flights to and from two major fog-affected airports, Kolkata and Bengaluru, for specific periods, since there is a shortage of such pilots in its roster, sources told Business Standard.

Hope govt brings down tax burden on aerated beverage category: IBA

The Indian Beverage Association (IBA) on Wednesday said it is hopeful that the 12 per cent cess on the carbonated beverages category is waived off in 2026, bringing down the tax on the category to 28 per cent.

Hero rides sub-₹1 lakh e2W wave with Vida V2

Competition heats up in this space

Paints not a commodity play; brand plays a key role

Competition is intensifying in the decorative paints segment. Berger Paints India, the country's second-largest paint manufacturer, plans to hold on to its share in the face of challenges. Abhijit Roy, managing director and chief executive officer of Berger, spoke to Ishita Ayan Dutt in Kolkata about his 100-year-old company's plans and why price is \"not the only game in town\" in the industry. Edited excerpts:

42 and counting: Dhoni top scorer on the brand pitch

At 43, Mahendra Singh Dhoni remains the crown jewel of Indian brand endorsements, defying the twilight of his cricketing career.