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Bank holiday today in parts of Northeast, digital services to remain active

India, Jan. 2 -- Banks in several parts of Northeast India, including Mizoram's Aizawl, will remain closed today, Friday, January 2, 2026, on account of New Year's celebrations and Mannam Jayanthi, fo... Read More


RBI raises alarm over digital frauds and rising bank customer complaints

India, Jan. 2 -- India's banking system may be expanding its digital reach, but a growing volume of customer complaints and online fraud cases is testing its ability to protect users. The Reserve Bank... Read More


Why the 1993 World Development Report Still Matters for India

India, Jan. 2 -- Do countries with high GDP growth become healthy over time? Or is it the other way around? Can countries create wealth in the long term if their population is not healthy or educated?... Read More


Govt forms task force for post-disaster water recovery

Jakarta, Jan. 2 -- Defense Minister Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin has established the "Kuala Task Force" to accelerate post-disaster recovery in Aceh and North Sumatra by deploying specialized vessels to restor... Read More


Big-ticket Tamil films to look forward to in 2026: From Vijay-starrer Jana Nayagan to Rajinikanth's Jailer 2

India, Jan. 2 -- Now that we have entered 2026 and it's been a couple of days already, its time to look into what are some of the biggies to expect this year. Many Tamil films have already announced t... Read More


PMI data: India's manufacturing growth falls in December on slower growth in output and new export orders

New Delhi, Jan. 2 -- India's manufacturing purchasing managers' index (PMI) fell to 55.0 in December from 56.6 in November, marking the weakest improvement in the health of the sector in two years. Th... Read More


Zappfresh To Acquire Majority Stake In RTC Meat Brand Avyom Foodtech

India, Jan. 2 -- Delhi NCR-based meat delivery startup Zappfresh's board has approved the acquisition of a 51% stake in Avyom Foodtech Private Limited (AFPL) with a capital infusion of INR 7.5 Cr via ... Read More


Zappfresh To Acquire Majority Stake In Ready-To-Cook Brand Avyom Foodtech

India, Jan. 2 -- Delhi NCR-based meat delivery startup Zappfresh's board has approved the acquisition of a 51% stake in Avyom Foodtech Private Limited (AFPL) with a capital infusion of INR 7.5 Cr via ... Read More


Budget May Ease Cross-Border Ecommerce Rules, Raise Export Limit For MSMEs

New Delhi, Jan. 2 -- The upcoming Union Budget may introduce policy measures to boost cross-border ecommerce, particularly for MSMEs, with the government considering relaxation of rules related to ret... Read More


Kulgam sees record revenue from illegal mining

Srinagar, Jan. 2 -- Kulgam district recorded an unprecedented surge in revenue and enforcement outcomes following a sustained crackdown on illegal mining activities in the month of December. The Distr... Read More