MUMBAI: Credit-deposit ratio of banks hit an all-time high of 83% as of March 15, 2026, after deposits fell and credit continued to expand during the reporting fortnight.Aggregate deposits declined by Rs 1.8 lakh crore duCredit growth outpaced deposit mobilisation through the current financial year, with incremental credit at Rs 25.3 lakh crore exceeding incremental…
Exciting news for fans as Dylan O’Brien and Hudson Williams are set to star together in the upcoming psychological thriller, ‘Apparatus.’ Penned by Sofia Banzhaf, the film follows a struggling ride-share driver lured into a dangerous situation by a charismatic entrepreneur. Filming is slated to commence soon in Toronto, promising a gripping cinematic experience. ‘Send…
NEW DELHI: External affairs minister S Jaishankar on Friday underscored the importance of freedom of navigation for global economic security in a meeting of the G7 foreign ministers in France, amid Iranian blockade of Strait of Hormuz. On the margins, Jaishankar also met his G7 counterparts, including US secretary of state Marco Rubio with whom,…
NEW DELHI: Govt on Friday moved a fresh bill to decriminalise provisions across 79 central laws as part of its efforts to make life simpler for businesses and individuals.Govt officials said along with amendments to the Companies Act, which are currently pending in Parliament, as well as the new income tax law, the overall decriminalisation…
Mollywood’s campus entertainer ‘Derby’, starring Sagar Surya and Al Ameen, has met with a largely negative reception from audiences following its March 27 release. Netizens on Twitter have criticized the film’s predictable storyline, weak performances, and underdeveloped character arcs. Technical aspects like cinematography and music also drew flak, with many deeming the movie an avoidable…
US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor NEW DELHI: Defence and security cooperation represents the most strategically significant area of collaboration in India-US ties, said US ambassador to India Sergio Gor underlining the importance of the deepening defence ties with a new 10-year framework and enhanced defence industrial cooperation, science and technology collaboration, and operational coordination.In…
MUMBAI: The govt on Friday said that it plans to borrow Rs 8.2 lakh crore between April and Sept this year under its Budget-approved borrowing programme, roughly half of the Rs 16.2 lakh crore in total. The borrowing for the first half of fiscal 2027 would be spread over 26 weekly auctions with about 25%…
Suhas starrer ‘Hey Balwanth’, a directorial debut by Gopi Atchara, is set for its digital premiere on ZEE5 on March 31st. The film, lauded for its blend of comedy and emotion, delves into a son’s discovery of his father’s unconventional family business. ‘Hey Balwanth’ hit theatres on February 20 and received positive reviews from audiences….
Get ready for a vibrant day ahead! With Jupiter shining brightly, mundane chores take on a joyful twist, and you’re likely to find yourself mingling more than usual. Those in romantic relationships should adopt a tender touch, while students can bask in the spotlight of academic success thanks to Mercury’s sharp insights. The day feels…
NEW DELHI: Govt on Friday dismissed reports circulating on social media about a possible lockdown amid concerns over energy supplies due to the conflict in West Asia, with Cabinet ministers Amit Shah, Hardeep Singh Puri and Nirmala Sitharaman terming the claims mere “rumours” and ruling out any such move.Home minister Shah accused opposition parties of…