RBI's financial inclusion index shows growth across all segments, rises 4.3 pc in FY25

The Reserve Bank's FI-Index, which captures extent of financial inclusion in the country, rose 4.3 per cent during the year ending March 2025, the central bank said on Tuesday. The RBI had constructed the composite Financial Inclusion Index...

5 Of The Fastest Power Banks For Charging Your iPhone

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Whether you own an iPhone 16 Pro or an older model, if you're like most people, you've probably had the unfortunate experience of having its battery die on you. A dead iPhone battery isn't...

File affidavit on NAT-PCR rollout in Blood Banks: Odisha HC tells Govt

Cuttack: The Odisha High Court has directed the state government to file a detailed affidavit within two weeks, outlining the steps taken to implement Nucleic Acid Testing-Polymerase Chain Reaction (NAT-PCR) blood testing facilities across all...

Fast-track migration to ISO 20022 to avoid cross-border payments rejection: IBA to banks

Indian Banks' Association (IBA) has asked all banks to fast-track the implementation of the SWIFT ISO 20022 norms, failing which they may face difficulties in cross-border payments. In a letter recently written to heads of all banks, IBA Chief...

A quintessentially British new dining destination alights on the banks of the Thames

A new riverside dining destination has landed on the banks of the Thames. Located on the first floor of Fulham Pier, Brasserie Constance offers a casual-yet-refined setting that feels familiar yet unique. The eatery is the project of Michelin-star...

Iran-Israel war: Cyberattack cripples major banks

A devastating cyberattack launched during the recent 12-day conflict between Iran and Israel brought banking operations at two of Iran’s largest financial institutions—Sepah Bank and Pasargad Bank—to a halt, triggering a national financial...

From Beatings to Power: How a Lost Cow Shaped HH’ Politics- Linda Banks

From Beatings to Power: How a Lost Cow Shaped HH’ Politics By Linda Banks It was a quiet morning in Sussex, the kind that gently wraps itself around your senses. The sun was just beginning its slow climb above the hedgerows, painting the sky in...

Banking services, ATMs, passport & drivers license kiosks, cheaper electricity for Reg 8 – Pres Ali at Mahdia meeting

Punchstats: Barrios leads with jab; Pacquiao banks on power blows

LAS VEGAS, United States — Manny Pacquiao’s close fight with Mario Barrios here Saturday, July 19, (Sunday, July 20, Manila time) ended up to be a battle between an aggressive power puncher against a jabber. Compubox, the company in charge of...

GENIUS Act Stops Big Tech And Banks From Monopolizing Stablecoins: Circle Exec

(MENAFN- Crypto Breaking) In a significant development in the cryptocurrency sphere, the U.S. House of Representatives has introduced the 'Genius Act,' a legislative proposal aiming to regulate the issuance and operations of stablecoins by large...

India to set rules for banks to manage climate risks

20 July 2025 - 06:45 by REUTERS India’s central bank is close to finalising rules for banks and financial institutions to disclose and manage risks from climate change, sources say. The move runs counter to several top global banks including...

Banking services will finally be available in Mahdia – President Ali

Residents of Mahdia, the mining town in the mountainous Region Eight (Potaro-Siparuni), have long asked for banking services, and on Friday night, President Dr. Irfaan Ali announced that commercial banks will soon set up ATMs there and offer other...

Banking revolution changed economic landscape

On July 19, 1969, India witnessed a landmark moment in its economic history when 14 major private banks were nationalised by the government led by Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. This bold and controversial step marked a turning point in India’s...

US Dollar Stalls Ahead of Tariff Policy Update

The US dollar traded in a narrow range early this week as investors continued to tread carefully amid ongoing uncertainty over potential new tariffs between the United States and the European Union. With few clear signals from Washington on trade...

London open: Stocks little changed in early trading

As of 0901 BST, the FTSE 100 is trading 0.06% lower at 9,007.77, alongside a 0.20% dip on the FTSE 250 to 21,966.88. On Monday, the benchmark S&P 500 settled above the 6,300 point level for the first time ever, although the breadth of stocks'...

Europe open: Tariff fears dog Stoxx despite bullish US markets

The pan-regional Stoxx 600 index was down 0.25% to 545.24, with Germany's DAX down 0.33% and France's CAC-40 0.34% lower. US stocks on Monday finished well below their highs for the day, though the S&P 500 and Nasdaq still managed to eke out new...

Inchcape buys Icelandic auto distributor Askja

Askja generated revenue of £150m in fiscal 2024 and employs 260 people. During FY 2024, Iceland's total industry volume for new passenger cars and light commercial vehicles was around 12,000units, of which Askja holds a 16% market share, Inchcape...

Blockstream Launches Swiss HQ with Elysium Lab Acquisition, Cementing Leadership in European Bitcoin Infrastructure

Acquisition marks formation of Blockstream Europe and signals deeper commitment to European fintech and Bitcoin-native R&D. Blockstream, the global leader in Bitcoin-powered financial infrastructure, announced the acquisition of Lugano-based...

Emburse Expands Receipt Integration Ecosystem with the AAdvantage Business Program and DoorDash for Business

New integrations and next-gen AI folio technology reinforce Emburse’s vision of intelligent, automated expenses—providing users more speed, accuracy, and peace of mind Emburse, the company defining Expense Intelligence through AI-powered travel...

Capricorn Energy receivables position 'relatively flat' in H1

Capricorn Energy said it had collected $62.0m in Egypt in H1, while its overall receivable position was little changed from its year-end position at $172.0m, after expected credit loss adjustments. Total working interest cash outflows on operating...