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PNB cautions customers about fake message circulating on digital platforms

The Punjab National Bank (PNB) on Saturday issued an advisory to its customers related to fraudulent messages being circulated in PNB's name.

Apr 22, 2023

National Quantum Mission gets govt's nod; Rs 6,003 crore approved to scale scientific, industrial R&D [details]

The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved the National Quantum Mission to scale-up scientific and industrial research and development (R&D) for quantum technologies.

Apr 19, 2023

Air India-Vistara merger: Tatas, Singapore Airlines seek CCI's approval [details]

Tata Group and Singapore Airlines have assured in their application to the Competition Commission of India (CCI) that there will be no change in the competitive landscape.

Apr 19, 2023

Chingari clocks $10 million in revenue in FY23; CEO reveals what's next, talks Web3 and more [Interview]

Sumit Ghosh, CEO, Chingari in a candid conversation with IBTimes speaks on a myriad of issues in the Web3 space and the 2023 outlook.

Apr 18, 2023

Visiting Nepal? Soon you can make payments using BharatPe, PhonePe, Google Pay and Paytm

The accord will allow Indian tourists in Nepal to make digital payments using Indian e-wallets like BharatPe, PhonePe, Google Pay and Paytm.

Apr 11, 2023

Mumbai: People walk past a screen showing stock market goes up outside BSE building at Dalal Street

Sensex crosses 60,000, Nifty around 17,650 points as markets revive after Hindenburg row

Market Indices are seen at day's high as Sensex crosses 60,000, Nifty around 17,650 points with Tata Motors, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, Axis Bank and Reliance Industries being the most active shares on the NSE.

Apr 10, 2023

Once bootstrapped, how Zerodha gave startup success a new definition; set to clock ₹2500cr profit in FY23

In addition to its technological innovations, Zerodha has also focused on building a strong brand and community.

Apr 9, 2023

No change in repo rate, GDP projected at 6.5% for FY24

The Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) on Thursday unanimously decided not to revise the repo rate, the central bank's Governor Shaktikanta Das announced.

Apr 6, 2023

Second round of G20 energy transition working group deliberations begin [details]

The Union Ministry of mines is one of the participating ministries in the energy transition working group (ETWG) deliberations under the ongoing G20 presidency of India, whose second round of discussions began Sunday in Gandhinagar, Gujarat.

Apr 2, 2023

Mahila Samman Savings Certificate scheme comes into effect from today [Details]

The Mahila Samman Savings Certificate 2023 scheme, which was announced by the government in the Union Budget, has come into effect from Friday.

Mar 31, 2023

New rule for IAS, IPS, IFS officers; Centre directs officials to inform about stock market related transactions

The Centre has directed Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Indian Police Service (IPS) and Indian Forest Service (IFS) officers to inform if their total transactions in stock, share or other investments exceed their six months' basic pay in a calendar year.

Mar 30, 2023

The Monthly Income Scheme Calculator: All You Need To Know

Post Offices MIS or POMIS, is a government investment scheme that can offer you interest returns through monthly payouts.

Mar 28, 2023

Kisan Credit Card: A Farmer's Financial Band-Aid

The Kisan Credit Card was envisioned as an initiative to help farmers get the necessary monetary assistance that they desperately need.

Mar 28, 2023

Finance ministry clarifies on hike in STT on options trading

The Finance Ministry on Friday evening clarified that the securities transaction tax (STT) on options trading has been hiked by 25 per cent from 0.05 per cent to 0.0625 per cent, and not from 0.017 per cent to 0.021 per cent, saying that it was a typographical error and the rectification will be done in accordance with the extent procedure of the government.

Mar 25, 2023

A veteran-turned-entrepreneur, this Flipkart seller proves age is no barrier to success

Battlefield to business; Flipkart helps veteran succeed as entrepreneur - an inspiring tale [read now]

Ikramullah Khan, a veteran of the Indian Air Force, saw retirement as the ideal time to realise his dream of starting a business. Here's how he overcame his obstacles and realised his entrepreneurial goals by becoming a Flipkart seller.