When Ramesh, a 48-year-old IT professional from Pune, finally cleared the last rupee on his third credit card, he felt liberated. “Why keep it open if I don’t need it?” he thought, confidently snipping it in half. But what Ramesh didn’t realize was that this small act of financial decluttering could quietly chip away at […]
For many senior citizens, the idea of investing often feels like stepping into a world of uncertainty. The ups and downs of the market, complicated financial jargon, and risky ventures are best left to the younger crowd. What you want — and deserve — is something simple, secure, and steady. That’s where the State Bank […]
India is accelerating the development of its polymer-based industrial ecosystem through the expansion of Plastic Parks, aimed at strengthening domestic plastic manufacturing, attracting investment, and promoting sustainable practices. The initiative, overseen by the Department of Chemicals and Petrochemicals, is being implemented under the New Scheme of Petrochemicals. As part of the scheme, the government supports […]
The Quick Estimates of the Index of Industrial Production (IIP) for February 2025 show a growth rate of 2.9%. This is a decrease from the 5.0% growth recorded in January 2025. The IIP is an important indicator of the industrial performance of the country, and these estimates are compiled based on data received from various […]
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 — The Trump administration is moving to cut $50 billion from the Pentagon budget, reallocating funds to high-priority areas such as border security, according to media reports. A list of generals and admirals slated for dismissal has been circulated among Republican lawmakers. Acting Deputy Secretary of Defense Robert Salesses has instructed officials […]