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Indian rupee at Rs 79.36 against USD, gold touches Rs 54K

Rupee slips to 93.32 as RBI eases speculation norms amid global tensions

The Indian rupee fell 16 paise to 93.32 against the US dollar, pressured by a stronger dollar and eased RBI curbs, despite support from equities and lower crude prices, amid uncertainty over the US-Iran ceasefire.

Apr 21, 2026

RBI in 'wait and watch' mode amid West Asia crisis: Governor Sanjay Malhotra

The RBI defended its forex actions, saying it isn't fixing the rupee's rate and that strong reserves help absorb shocks. It also highlighted digital progress like UPI and ULI, along with improved fiscal health marked by lower deficit and stable debt.

Apr 21, 2026

NPCI-backed BHIM app users can now check CIBIL score in new version

BHIM app now allows users to check their TransUnion CIBIL score and access their Credit Information Report directly within the platform, following a new partnership. Available on version 4.0.19 and above, the feature works on a consent-based model, ensuring users approve access to their credit data.

Apr 20, 2026

Reserve Bank of India eases rupee curbs: allows non-deliverable derivatives again with related-party restrictions to curb speculation

RBI partially withdrew directives imposed on April 1 to curb excessive speculation in the rupee, allowing authorised dealers to resume offering INR non-deliverable derivatives. However, restrictions remain on related-party transactions.

Apr 20, 2026

Rupee rises to 92.78 against dollar amid falling Brent crude prices, easing geopolitical concerns

Indian rupee appreciated 13 paise to 92.78 against the US dollar in early trade on Monday, supported by a sharp drop in crude oil prices to 95.21 dollars per barrel (down 5.34 per cent) amid hopes of easing geopolitical tensions between the US and Iran

Apr 20, 2026

Nifty, Sensex trim losses amid last leg buying; defence stocks shine

Indian markets eye US-Iran talks, Q4 earnings; Nifty at 24,353, Sensex at 78,493 hold key levels

Indian markets will track US-Iran talks, crude prices, and Q4 earnings this week. Nifty and Sensex remain in an uptrend but need strong follow-through buying. FIIs show early return signs, while DIIs book profits. Key economic data and global cues will play a crucial role in market direction.

Apr 19, 2026

Crude oil falls 7.57% to $91.87 per barrel after US-Iran ceasefire agreement

Global stock markets surged on Saturday, April 18, 2026, while oil prices dropped sharply after easing geopolitical tensions following a US-Iran ceasefire agreement. Brent Crude fell 7.57 percent to USD 91.87 per barrel, and WTI plunged 9.63 percent to 85.57 dollars.

Apr 18, 2026

India's forex reserves surge by $14.36 billion to reach all-time high of $723.77 billion

India's forex reserves rise $3.82 billion to $700.9 billion: RBI

India's forex reserves rose by $3.82 billion to $700.95 billion for the week ended April 10, according to the Reserve Bank of India. The increase was mainly driven by a rise in foreign currency assets and gold reserves.

Apr 17, 2026

Govt releases list of 15 banks authorised to import gold, silver; SBI, HDFC, ICICI, Axis Bank among lenders approved

The government has released a list of 15 banks that will be authorised to import gold and silver. These include major lenders such as State Bank of India, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, Axis Bank, Punjab National Bank, and Kotak Mahindra Bank, among others

Apr 17, 2026

Rupee strengthens 28 paise to 92.86 on geopolitical easing, FIIs infuse equities worth ₹382 crore

Indian rupee strengthens 25 paise as RBI curbs dollar demand from oil firms

The Indian rupee jumped 28 paise to 92.86 against the US dollar in early trade on Friday, April 17. The Sensex gained 176.08 points or 0.23 percent to 78,164.76, while the Nifty rose 33.90 points or 0.14 percent to 24,232.60.

Apr 17, 2026

PIB Fact Check flags fake AI video of FM Sitharaman promoting investment scheme

PIB Fact Check has flagged a viral AI-generated video falsely showing Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman promoting a high-return investment scheme. The video claims that an investment of Rs 22,000 can yield Rs 5.5 lakh in a week, which the government has clarified is completely fake

Apr 16, 2026

Sensex, Nifty open higher as geopolitical tensions ease

Indian equity benchmarks Sensex and Nifty 50 opened higher on Thursday, tracking positive global cues as geopolitical tensions between the US and Iran showed signs of easing. Gains were driven by sectors like realty, financials, and consumer durables, with mid-cap and small-cap stocks outperforming.

Apr 16, 2026

Gold, silver edge higher on hopes of West Asia de-escalation

Gold and silver prices edged higher on the Multi Commodity Exchange, supported by optimism over easing geopolitical tensions in West Asia following remarks by Donald Trump. Gold traded near ₹1.55 lakh per 10 grams.

Apr 16, 2026

Paytm Wallet now universally acceptable on all UPI QRs, online merchants

The Triple Shift: How Paytm's Indianisation Signals a New Doctrine in Digital Sovereignty

One97 Communications (Paytm) has crossed a critical milestone by becoming a majority Indian-owned company, with domestic investors holding over 50.3%. This marks a strategic shift from foreign-dominated ownership to domestic control, reflecting a broader move toward economic sovereignty in India's digital ecosystem.

Apr 15, 2026

Crude oil prices jump up to 4 pc on Hormuz tensions, ceasefire doubts

Oil prices fall for 2nd day as Donald Trump signals possible US-Iran talks

Global oil prices fell for a second consecutive session as market sentiment improved on expectations of renewed diplomatic talks between the United States and Iran. The decline followed comments from US President Donald Trump suggesting that negotiations involving the US, Israel, and Iran could resume soon.

Apr 15, 2026

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