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Why NBFC gold loans jumped — and what it means outside India

Non-bank finance companies (NBFCs) in India have reported a sharp rise in gold-backed lending even as the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has tightened rules around such loans. Reported growth of nearly 70% in NBFC gold-loan books has drawn attention from investors and regulators alike. What changed: tighter rules, surprising growth The Reserve Bank of ... Voir l'article

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Jadeja and Suthar steady India after early setbacks as Jurel and Pant depart cheaply

India recovered a shaky middle session when all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja and young seamer-batsman Manav Suthar steadied the innings after Ishan Jurel and Rishabh Pant were dismissed without significant contribution. The match is part of India’s lead-up fixtures before their official international series, offering selection clues ahead of the main contests. What happened: early wickets, then ... Voir l'article

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RBI action on revolving credit drags down NBFC stocks

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has taken a step on revolving credit that prompted a market reaction: shares of non-banking financial companies (NBFCs) fell after the announcement. The move has put a spotlight on a funding tool widely used across Indian finance and the potential knock-on effects for lenders and investors outside India. What ... Voir l'article

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Jai Moondra: the Rajasthan student who rediscovered cricket — and a new international pathway — in Ireland

Born in Tonk, Rajasthan, Jai Moondra left India for studies and found a different trajectory for his cricketing ambitions in Ireland. Local reports say his performances there opened doors to higher-level cricket; the story sheds light on how education, migration and associate-nation structures can reshape a young Indian player’s career. From Tonk to Trinity? The ... Voir l'article

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Epic film Ramayana will open internationally before India; producer Namit Malhotra explains two-day gap

The big-budget cinematic adaptation Ramayana will premiere outside India two days before its domestic release, the film’s producer has said. Namit Malhotra told reporters the staggered rollout is intentional and down to logistical reasons related to distribution and exhibition. What the release plan is — and what the producer said According to statements from producer ... Voir l'article

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Global food prices rise in July as cereals and sugar gain — what this means for India

International food prices rose in July, driven by firmer cereal and sugar quotations, according to recent market reports. For India — a major producer and consumer of staples — the move has implications for inflation, trade balances and agricultural businesses that supply global markets. What happened on world markets Global food-price measures recorded an increase ... Voir l'article

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