MUMBAI: With credit growth at 14.5% outpacing deposit growth at 11.9% as of Feb 28, banks have stepped up reliance on certificates of deposit, with their share rising to 2.6% of total deposits, the highest in a decade, reflecting a widening structural gap between asset creation and liability mobilisation.The Indian banking system is navigating a…
India’s manufacturing sector showed signs of slowing in March, as growth in activity moderated amid a mix of rising costs, competitive pressures and global uncertainty, according to the HSBC India Manufacturing PMI report released on Thursday. The Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) fell to 53.9 in March from 56.9 in February, signalling a softer expansion.The reading…
An alien named Rocky, from ‘Project Hail Mary,’ captivated audiences despite lacking a face. His energetic personality, initially a misunderstanding by his puppeteer, became his defining trait. Filmmakers used carved markings and subtle movements to convey emotion, blending practical puppetry with CGI. This meticulous creation process, focusing on performance and physical presence, made Rocky a…
5 key battles between PBKS vs SRH In Match 17 of IPL 2026, Punjab Kings (PBKS) will take on Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur on April 11. The day game is set to begin at 3:30 PM IST. PBKS have enjoyed a strong start to the season…
NEW DELHI: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Monday revised the IPL 2026 schedule, swapping the dates and venues for matches between Gujarat Titans and Chennai Super Kings due to upcoming municipal corporation elections in Gujarat on April 26.Elections are set to be held not only in Ahmedabad but also across…
New Delhi: From Delta to Dell, Caterpillar, Ford and Jockey, American companies have opposed fresh tariff under Section 301, where the US Trade Representative has launched two investigations. They have argued that fresh duties will make it harder for them to compete and increase cost for consumers.There are others, such as Cheese Importers Association of…
Blake Lively has called upon her husband, Ryan Reynolds, as a pivotal witness in her high-stakes lawsuit against Justin Baldoni. The actress claims that Baldoni perpetuated a detrimental work environment and launched smear tactics amid the promotion of ‘It Ends With Us. As the legal dispute between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni continues, the actress…
Image used for representative purposes. Israel Defense Forces said Iran has launched a long-range missile capable of travelling about 4,000 km for the first time since the start of “Operation Roaring Lion,” warning that the development poses a wider global threat.“The Iranian terrorist regime launched a long-range missile for the first time… that could reach…
Green Card holders are not US citizens and they are not eligible to vote in any election. A whole new set of laws becomes applicable when an individual receives their Green Card in the US after years of waiting and after doing a lot of paperwork. Many Green Card holders run into trouble as they…
In a grand celebration of theatrical brilliance, London’s renowned Royal Albert Hall played host to the 50th Olivier Awards. The evening was marked by ‘Paddington The Musical’ dominating the scene, garnering accolades including Best New Musical. The 50th Olivier Awards have concluded, and the winners have been crowned. Considered as the highest honor in the…