FD at PSU banks vs private banks vs SFBs – How much can ₹5 lakh earn in 5 years? Check best rates here
Bank of Baroda offers the highest 5-year FD rate at 6.30% among PSU banks. DCB Bank leads private banks with 7.25%, while Suryoday Small Finance Bank tops SFBs at 7.90%. Fixed deposits remain popular for their predictability and safety.
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Tamil Nadu and Kerala: as their past success trails off, they must find new ways to sustain their economic momentum
Their economic growth models have largely been successful, given their relative prosperity. But these need reinvention to keep the momentum going. Tamil Nadu needs business dispersal while Kerala must generate internal demand to reduce reliance on remittances.
Women-led nano and micro enterprises in rural India key drivers of inclusive growth: Report
Women-led nano and micro enterprises (NMEs) in rural India are emerging as important drivers of inclusive economic growth, according to a report by Women's World Banking.
India’s defence sector ramps up drone output for next-gen combat
Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi recently emphasised the need for 8,000–10,000 UAVs per corps, including FPV units, to effectively dominate the contested airspace along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) and the Line of Control (LoC) -- the borders with China…
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Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri’s Nepal visit cancelled at the last moment
KATHMANDU: The scheduled visit of Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri to Nepal has been cancelled at the last moment. According to a senior official at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Misri was due to arrive in Kathmandu for a two-day visit starting Monday…
India exploring fractional aircraft ownership policy, considering aircraft as infrastructure assets: Aviation Minister Naidu
The government is working on a policy to allow fractional aircraft ownership and is considering classifying aircraft as infrastructure assets to boost aviation financing and leasing in India. Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu said the move aims to stren…
Tamil Nadu: TVK cadres stage protest outside Lok Bhavan; demand Governor invite Vijay to form govt
Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar has asked the TVK party to prove its majority. This comes after TVK emerged as the single-largest party following the assembly elections. TVK supporters protested in Chennai demanding their leader Vijay be invit…
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View all →Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri’s Nepal visit cancelled at the last moment
KATHMANDU: The scheduled visit of Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri to Nepal has been cancelled at the last moment. According to a senior official at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Misri was due to arrive in Kathmandu for a two-day visit starting Monday…
Additional US tariffs on Indian goods since April 2025: Here’s the full timeline
The United States imposed a series of tariffs on Indian goods starting April 2025. These duties varied, with some being reciprocal and others linked to India's purchase of Russian oil. The tariffs saw several changes and suspensions. Notably, US courts later …
India’s new envoy to China presents credentials copy to Chinese Foreign Ministry
India's new envoy to China, Vikram Doraiswami, presents credentials and participates in a ceremony amid evolving bilateral relations.
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View all →FD at PSU banks vs private banks vs SFBs – How much can ₹5 lakh earn in 5 years? Check best rates here
Bank of Baroda offers the highest 5-year FD rate at 6.30% among PSU banks. DCB Bank leads private banks with 7.25%, while Suryoday Small Finance Bank tops SFBs at 7.90%. Fixed deposits remain popular for their predictability and safety.
India exploring fractional aircraft ownership policy, considering aircraft as infrastructure assets: Aviation Minister Naidu
The government is working on a policy to allow fractional aircraft ownership and is considering classifying aircraft as infrastructure assets to boost aviation financing and leasing in India. Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu said the move aims to stren…
Additional US tariffs on Indian goods since April 2025: Here’s the full timeline
The United States imposed a series of tariffs on Indian goods starting April 2025. These duties varied, with some being reciprocal and others linked to India's purchase of Russian oil. The tariffs saw several changes and suspensions. Notably, US courts later …
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Ola Electric gets govt certification for 4680 Bharat Cell powered S1 X+ 5.2 kWh scooter
Ola Electric on Friday said its mass market electric scooter, the S1 X+ (5.2kWh) has been approved under the Central Motor Vehicle Rules (CMVR), 1989 by the International Centre for Automotive Technology (ICAT), Manesar, a government-certified testing agency.
Ola Electric gets govt certification for 4680 Bharat Cell powered S1 X+ 5.2 kWh scooter
Ola Electric's S1 X+ 5.2kWh electric scooter has received government approval. This mass market scooter features Ola's indigenously developed 4680 Bharat Cell battery. It offers the longest range in its mass market portfolio. The certification marks a signifi…
Why venture capital firms want Indian AI founders in Silicon Valley early
Indian AI startups targeting global markets are now advised by venture capital firms to establish an early US presence, particularly in San Francisco. This strategic shift is driven by the critical need for proximity to customers, capital, talent, and emergin…
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Nahid Rana, Ajay Kumar and Jatinder Singh nominated for ICC Player of the Month award for April
Cricket stars are in contention for the ICC Player of the Month awards. Nahid Rana of Bangladesh, Jatinder Singh from Oman, and Ajay Kumar of UAE are nominated for the men's award. South Africa's Laura Wolvaardt, Sri Lanka's Imesha Dulani, and Brazil's Laura …
Global Chess League Season 4 Comes To India
The fourth season of the Global Chess League (GCL), a joint initiative of Tech Mahindra and FIDE, will be held in India, aiming to leverage the country's booming chess culture, the tournament organisers announced on Friday.
Vlade Divac On Growing Basketball's Popularity In India
NBA legend Vlade Divac expresses optimism about the growth of basketball in India, acknowledging cricket's dominance but highlighting the potential for Indian talent in the NBA.