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SBI's balance sheet size bigger than GDP of 175 countries: Data

In the Pradhan Mantri Jan-Dhan Yojana (PMJDY), the SBI has opened 15 crore accounts, has enrolled 14.6 crore people under the Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana (PMSBY), 6.7 crore under the Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana (PMJJBY), and 1.73 crore in Atal Pension Yojana (APY).

Jul 1, 2025

Sensex, Nifty end higher despite Iran-Israel truce tensions

Sensex, Nifty end with slight gains as investors remain cautious

After touching an intra-day high of 83,874.29, the Sensex finally closed at 83,697.29, gaining 90.83 points or 0.11 per cent.

Jul 1, 2025

Stock market hits 9-month high as Sensex surges past 84,000, Nifty nears 25,650

Indian stock market opens higher, Nifty above 25,500

At around 9.26 am, Sensex was trading 188.66 points or 0.23 per cent up at 83,795.12 while the Nifty added 54.80 points or 0.21 per cent at 25,571.85

Jul 1, 2025

Sensex, Nifty open lower as Trump tariffs trigger global sell-off

Sensex, Nifty end lower after rising for 4 straight sessions

The Sensex dropped 452 points, or 0.54 per cent, to close at 83,606.46. During the day, it moved between an intra-day high of 84,099.53 and a low of 83,482.13.

Jun 30, 2025

Indian stock market opens flat, Sensex above 84,000

Nifty Bank was up 15.15 points or 0.03 per cent at 57,459.05 in early trade. The Nifty Midcap 100 index was trading at 59,606.05 after adding 220.90 points or 0.37 per cent. Nifty Smallcap 100 index was at 19,130.15 after climbing 153.35 points or 0.81 per cent.

Jun 30, 2025

9 of top 10 most valued firms add Rs 2.34 lakh crore in market cap this week

HDFC Bank added Rs 37,342.73 crore to reach a valuation of Rs 15.44 lakh crore. Bajaj Finance saw its market capitalisation rise by Rs 26,037.88 crore, taking its total value to Rs 5.88 lakh crore.

Jun 29, 2025

India projected to see GDP growth of 6.5 pc in FY26: S&P Global Ratings

Over 130 UK GCCs in India generate $6.5 billion annually, employ 2 lakh people: Report

While the global cost of setting up 100-member teams has increased by 8 per cent, India continues to offer up to 50 per cent lower costs than the UK. India also has the largest AI-ready workforce in the world, and UK Global Capability Centres are tapping into this with increasing urgency.

Jun 29, 2025

India curbs jute imports from Bangladesh as dumping hurts local farmers and mills

These restrictions will apply to imports into India of Bangladesh jute and allied fibre products across all land and seaports, with the exception of the Nhava Sheva seaport, according to an official statement.

Jun 28, 2025

New biomass guidelines to boost bio-energy, ease of doing business

New biomass guidelines to change alternative energy future, ease of doing business

The guidelines also encourage significant simplification of documentation requirements. Developers of briquette and pellet manufacturing plants will no longer be required to submit number of documents related to clearance matters.

Jun 28, 2025

How to link your PAN card with your Aadhaar card online

Key financial changes coming in July: From Aadhaar-PAN rule to new bank charges

From July 15, the MAD will now include total GST, EMI amount, all fees and finance charges, 2 per cent of the outstanding balance, and any overlimit amount. This is a shift from the earlier method, which took either 5 per cent of certain charges or 100 per cent of finance charges -- whichever was higher -- along with other fees.

Jun 27, 2025

India's electricity demand likely to triple to 4 trillion units by 2035: Report

Energy transition has become critical for a sustainable future; initiatives and policies such as Net-zero, 500 GW Renewable power target, EV adoption, the rooftop solar push, and others are driving this transformation, the report states.

Jun 27, 2025

Indian markets likely to rise in Q3 FY26: Morgan Stanley

One of the key triggers could be the upcoming corporate earnings season. Morgan Stanley expects many companies to beat market expectations due to lower base comparisons, improved efficiency, and steady demand from consumers.

Jun 27, 2025

Stock market opens higher as Trump indicates 'great' trade deal with India

US President Donald Trump has hinted at a "very big" trade deal with India, weeks after a team of negotiators from the two countries held four-day closed-door talks on the agreement. Addressing the 'Big Beautiful Event' at the White House, Trump said he has a "great deal" with India.

Jun 27, 2025

Why Term Insurance is Still the Smartest Choice?

A term insurance plan offers many benefits, like fixed coverage, easy terms, and affordable premiums. It helps secure the family's financial future if the policyholder passes away during the policy term.

Jun 26, 2025

India's FDI inflows surge to $8.8 billion in April

Gross inward foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows into India surged to $8.8 billion in April this year, higher than $5.9 billion in March and $7.2 billion in April 2024, according to the RBI's monthly bulletin released on Wednesday.

Jun 26, 2025