India’s Unified Payments Interface (UPI), a challenger to the card networks and mobile wallets, has emerged as the No. 1 real-time payments platform in the country in 2020, with aspiring to contribute more than half of all such transactions initiated last year by value and volume, data released by the central bank showed. UPI’s global dominance … Read more
Managing money wisely isn’t just about earning more—it’s about making smart decisions with what you already have. Whether you’re a working professional, student, entrepreneur, or someone looking to build long-term wealth, understanding common financial pitfalls can save you from unnecessary stress and regret. Here are five crucial personal finance mistakes you must avoid if you … Read more
In a world where prices rise faster than salaries and financial responsibilities seem endless, saving money has become more important than ever. Whether you’re a student, a working professional, or someone building a family budget, smart saving habits can completely transform your financial future. Saving money is not just about restricting yourself—it’s about making better … Read more
There is global acclaim over India’s financial system for “its continued strengthening,” following the latest review made by both, the World Bank and International Monetary Fund (IMF). Their Financial Sector Assessment Program (FSAP) reports, dated October 2025 and February 2025 respectively, both emphasize a transformation in reforms since the last joint review in 2017, commenting on India’s … Read more
India at a Pivotal Juncture: Policy for the Next Two Decades. The Indian economy is at a historic inflection point, and the decisions taken now will shape not just our growth trajectory, but define the socio-economic ecosystem for the next twenty years. “Indian Bear is on hibernation mode,” notes DBS in its recently released report (as … Read more
India’s Big Bank Moment: Why Viksit Bharat Needs Banks of Global Scale? The face of Indian finance is set to change again as the country plans to create at least two banks that would be in a position to compete globally and rank among the top 20 worldwide. That strategic end is a central element of … Read more
The country is multiplying its progress on the world stage and with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman having a lot of self-assurance that we will soon become the third largest economy of the world! Addressing an audience at the Delhi School of Economics, Sitharaman not only underscored India’s “astounding growth,” in recent years but the structural reforms … Read more
Highlights of the Quarterly Earnings State Bank of India (SBI) — the country’s largest public sector bank has announced strong financial results for Q2 FY25-26, recording a standalone net profit of ₹20,160 crore — 10% Year-on-Year growth. The performance was higher than market expectations and demonstrated SBI’s robust growth path despite difficult economic conditions. … Read more
India’s central bank’s active defence of the rupee in forex markets is stalling domestic liquidity leading to investor interest in government debt, say analysts. The RBI has been intervening to buoy the rupee in the face of global currency volatility, but this is impacting liquidity and creating demand for fixed income. To avoid rupee going … Read more
Adani Ports & Special Economic Zone Ltd (APSEZ), India’s largest port operator, reported a robust rise in quarterly profit buoyed by higher cargo volumes. The company’s performance illustrates growing appetite for port services in India, and Adani Ports’ dominance of the nation’s maritime logistics business. Profit and Volume Highlights Adani Ports posted higher net … Read more