The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Tuesday constituted a six-member Payments Regulatory Board (PRB) to supervise the functioning of payment systems across the country. The board is chaired by the RBI Governor and includes three nominees from the central government.The PRB replaces the earlier Board for Regulation and Supervision of Payment and Settlement System…
Shubman Gill of India (Photo by Michael Steele/Getty Images) New Delhi: A month before the official announcement, Shubman Gill was told that he was going to be India’s next Test captain. In a meeting with coach Gautam Gambhir, chief selector Ajit Agarkar, and a top cricket administrator, he was informed that he would lead India…
Pakistan suffered a five-wicket loss to India in Dubai, as the Suryakumar Yadav-led side secured India’s ninth Asia Cup title. (AFP Photo) NEW DELHI: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has reportedly suspended all No Objection Certificates (NOCs) for players planning to participate in foreign T20 leagues following the national team’s defeat to India in the…
Actor Devi Chandana recently left fans and well-wishers concerned after revealing the serious health crisis she endured. In an emotional video on her YouTube channel, Devi disclosed that she was hospitalised for over a month after being diagnosed with hepatitis A, cautioning viewers against underestimating the disease. ICU stay and severe symptoms Devi was admitted…
At times, tiny dark specks or thread-like shapes seem to drift across vision, especially when looking at a bright sky or a plain wall. They may vanish when the eyes try to focus on them, but quickly return with movement. These specks are known as eye floaters or spots. While mostly harmless, they can sometimes…
NEW DELHI: The govt Tuesday extended to Nov 30 the deadline for central govt employees to switch from National Pension System (NPS) to Unified Pension Scheme (UPS), following a tepid response by central govt employees covered under NPS. The earlier cut-off date was Sept 30.This will enable more eligible existing employees, retirees and legally wedded…
Bank credit to industry grew at a slower pace of 6.5% in August 2025, compared to 9.7% in the same month last year, according to Reserve Bank of India (RBI) data on sectoral deployment of credit released on Tuesday.The data, compiled from 41 scheduled commercial banks (SCBs) that account for nearly 95% of total non-food…
Long before Janhvi Kapoor stepped into the movies, she remembers watching her mother, the legendary Sridevi, laugh her heart out at Govinda’s comedy. As Janhvi gears up for the release of Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari with Varun Dhawan, she fondly shared how her mother admired the 90s comedy icon and even had a soft…
Roselle, scientifically known as Hibiscus sabdariffa, is a tropical plant valued for its striking red calyces, which are widely used in teas, jams, and natural syrups. Beyond its culinary applications, roselle serves as an attractive addition to gardens, balconies, and patios. Its cultivation is well-suited for beginners, requiring minimal care, adequate sunlight, and well-draining soil….
NEW DELHI: Murder cases dipped by around 3% in 2023 compared to 2022, according to data released by the National Crime Records Bureau.In 2023, 27,721 cases of murder leading to 28,587 deaths were registered. In 2022, 28,552 cases of murder, resulting in 29,356 deaths, were registered.As per the report, UP recorded highest number of murder…
