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Budget 2026 should introduce a gold-linked credit line via UPI, enabled for NBFCs. (AI image) By George Alexander MuthootUnion Budget 2026 comes at a critical juncture for India’s growth journey. With political stability, resilient macro fundamentals and strong domestic demand, the government has an opportunity to deepen financial inclusion while accelerating credit-led growth. For the…
NEW DELHI: Foreign secretary Vikram Misri said on Monday that India has stepped up its engagement at the “highlest level” with German authorities over the case of Ariha Shah, an Indian child who has remained in foster care in Germany for over 40 months. The government is stressing that the matter should be addressed through…
Amid the most violent crackdown Iran has seen in years, with mass protests spreading across dozens of cities and the regime insisting it has restored “control,” Reza Pahlavi has issued a declaration that reads less like a message of solidarity and more like a call to finish the job.In a long Persian-language statement addressed to…
At a time when social media is full of polished hacks and expensive fixes, a simple video from Kolkata has quietly taken over timelines. It is the kind of clip that feels familiar, practical, and very real. No drama, no tall claims. Just a smart solution that made people pause and appreciate everyday thinking. A…
Employee Stock Option Plans (ESOPs) have emerged as a critical tool for companies to attract and retain talent. Yet, despite their growing use, especially in multinational group structures, the tax treatment of ESOPs in India continues to be riddled with uncertainty, leading to disputes for both employers and employees.Two areas warrant urgent attention which Budget…
Ajinkya Rahane and Virat Kohli (Photo by Mark Evans/Getty Images) Ajinkya Rahane has offered a rare, close-up look at what truly sets Virat Kohli apart, drawing from years of sharing the dressing room with him and playing under his leadership. According to Rahane, Kohli’s greatness goes far beyond visible passion or the hunger for runs….
FILE – Coach of Montpellier Rolland Courbis reacts during the French League One soccer match Nice against Montpellier, Friday, Dec. 18, 2015, in Nice stadium, southeastern France. (AP Photo/Lionel Cironneau, file) PARIS: Former Marseille coach Rolland Courbis, a charismatic figure of French soccer who later became a prominent pundit, has died, his employer said on…
The Indian Air Force (IAF) has started the online registration process for Agniveervayu Intake 01/2027 under the Agnipath Scheme. Eligible unmarried Indian male and female candidates can apply online from today, January 12, 2026.The recruitment is being conducted to select candidates for the Agniveervayu role for a four-year service period in the Indian Air Force….
Hema Malini reflects on life after Dharmendra’s death six weeks ago, cherishing their 57-year bond. In a candid interview, she shares grief, his final days, and cordial ties with step-sons Sunny and Bobby Deol despite rumors. “I miss him every minute,” she says, praising his fulfilling life. In a new candid interview, Hema Malini opened…
Photo: Sophie Shine/ Instagram Here’s some great news for Shikhar Dhawan fans! The former Indian cricketer who is dating Sophie Shine, an Irish woman, has now taken his relationship to the next level. Amidst rumours of their wedding this year, Shikhar Dhawan took to Instagram today (January 12) to share that he is now engaged…
