Business Finance
The Reserve Bank of India has clarified that banks and NBFCs can accept voluntary pledges of gold or silver as collateral for small loans—without violating existing rules. This applies when such loans fall within the “collateral-free” limits set by RBI. The central bank emphasised that the pledge must be fully voluntary and not coerced. How […]
Business Industry
The Adani Group has announced plans to enter the healthcare sector by building two advanced, 1,000‑bed hospitals in Mumbai and Ahmedabad. Chairman Gautam Adani revealed this initiative at a medical conference, aiming to combine cutting-edge technology with affordable care under the theme “Adani Healthcare Temples”. ₹60,000 crore Commitment Adani confirmed that the Adani
International
The United States State Department is preparing to lay off more than 1,300 employees as part of a restructuring plan introduced under the Trump administration. This includes around 1,107 civil servants and 246 Foreign Service officers, who are expected to be placed on administrative leave for up to 120 days before formal termination procedures begin. […]
International
The United States has issued a renewed Level‑4 “Do Not Travel” advisory for Iran, strongly urging all American citizens to avoid visiting the country. The advisory specifically warns that dual US‑Iran nationals face an increased risk of arbitrary arrest, wrongful detention, and limited consular support. Iran does not recognise dual nationality, which complicates the