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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

SEBI slashes minimum investment in social impact funds to Rs 1,000

SEBI also aligned rules for zero-coupon zero-principal instruments, eased norms for NPOs, extended their SSE registration validity to three years, and allowed certain AIFs to opt for "inoperative" status. Additionally, the minimum subscription requirement for such instruments was reduced to 50% to improve fundraising flexibility.

Apr 20, 2026

Nifty, Sensex end flat as US-Iran tensions weigh

The Nifty closed marginally higher by 11.30 points, or 0.05 per cent, at 24,364.85, while the Sensex inched up 27 points, or 0.03 per cent, to settle at 78,520.30.

Apr 20, 2026

Sensex, Nifty slip in early trade amid fresh West Asia jitters

Sensex falls 200+ points, Nifty 50 slides amid West Asia tensions and rising crude

Sensex traded at 78,261, down 0.29 per cent or 232 points in early trade, while Nifty declined as much as 0.46 per cent, or over 100 points, to 24,241 amid selling pressure in realty, metal, and energy stocks.

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

Gold holds steady amid easing US-Iran tensions; silver gains on MCX

Gold, silver prices fall sharply after recent rally; silver drops over ₹4,700 per kg

Gold and silver prices have fallen sharply after a recent rally, with silver dropping over Rs 2 lakh from its peak and gold becoming significantly cheaper. Profit booking and changing global cues triggered the fall.

Apr 19, 2026

No material concerns, HDFC Bank has sound financials: RBI

HDFC Bank to decide on Sashidhar Jagdishan's reappointment 'in due course'; ICICI Bank net profit rises 9%

ICICI Bank reported a 9% year-on-year increase in consolidated net profit to ₹14,755 crore for Q4 FY26, driven by growth in net interest income and overall business expansion. The bank also saw strong growth in assets, deposits, and advances, and announced a dividend of ₹12 per share.

Apr 19, 2026

Akshaya Tritiya likely to generate business worth Rs 20,000 crore in gold and silver

Akshaya Tritiya, gold prices, silver prices, Rs 20,000 crore business, CAIT, Praveen Khandelwal, BC Bhartia, AIJGF, jewellery demand, lightweight jewellery, consumer behaviour shift, digital gold, sovereign gold bonds, ETFs, price surge, gold demand India

Apr 19, 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

PIB Fact-Check: No New RBI Guidelines for Exchange of Discontinued Currency Notes

The Press Information Bureau's fact-checking unit has dismissed as fake news reports claiming that the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has issued new guidelines allowing the exchange of discontinued currency notes. The PIB clarified that the RBI has made no such announcement.

Apr 18, 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

Sensex, Nifty end higher ahead of US-Iran talks; FMCG stocks lead gains

The Nifty rose 0.65 per cent, or 156.80 points, to settle at 24,353.55, while the Sensex gained 504.86 points, or 0.65 per cent, to end the session at 78,493.54.

Apr 17, 2026

Govt seeks public comments to review Companies (Incorporation) Rules, filing framework rationalisation

The initiative by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs and the Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs aims to simplify corporate compliance across entry, operations, and exit stages, in line with the government's ease of doing business agenda, including decriminalisation of minor offences and reduced compliance burden.

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

Sensex gains 142 points, Nifty at 24,224 in early trade on oil relief and Israel-Lebanon ceasefire

Indian stock markets gain in early trade amid oil relief, Israel-Lebanon ceasefire

Indian stock markets traded slightly higher in early Friday session after a flat opening, supported by easing global oil prices and a ceasefire announcement between Israel and Lebanon by US President Donald Trump.

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 end off highs as bank, auto stocks drag

At the closing bell, the Sensex was at 77,988.68, down by 122.56 points or 0.16 per cent. Nifty followed suit and closed at 24,196.75, down by 34.55 or 0.14 per cent.

Apr 16, 2026

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Articles by IBT Business Desk

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

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

SEBI slashes minimum investment in social impact funds to Rs 1,000

Nifty, Sensex end flat as US-Iran tensions weigh

Sensex falls 200+ points, Nifty 50 slides amid West Asia tensions and rising crude

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

Gold, silver prices fall sharply after recent rally; silver drops over ₹4,700 per kg

HDFC Bank to decide on Sashidhar Jagdishan's reappointment 'in due course'; ICICI Bank net profit rises 9%

Akshaya Tritiya likely to generate business worth Rs 20,000 crore in gold and silver

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

PIB Fact-Check: No New RBI Guidelines for Exchange of Discontinued Currency Notes

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

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

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

Sensex, Nifty end higher ahead of US-Iran talks; FMCG stocks lead gains

Govt seeks public comments to review Companies (Incorporation) Rules, filing framework rationalisation

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

Indian stock markets gain in early trade amid oil relief, Israel-Lebanon ceasefire

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

Sensex, Nifty end off highs as bank, auto stocks drag

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