India’s physical currency circulation remains significantly larger than that of the US and euro area, driven by an expanding cash economy despite digital payment growth, raising questions about sustainability and future policies. India’s cash economy continues to operate on a…
Shabnam Sinha has been appointed as chairperson of Airtel Payments Bank, succeeding Sunil Bharti Mittal who steps down after ten years, marking a significant leadership transition in India’s largest mobile banking network. Airtel Payments Bank is preparing for a change…
India’s retirement fund system undergoes a major digital transformation with EPFO 3.0, offering streamlined, paperless access to members, yet sparking debates over long-term savings amid easier withdrawal options. India’s retirement savings system is being reshaped as the Employees’ Provident Fund…
Money-savvy consumers are emphasising strategic spending, opting for quality when it counts and skipping unnecessary costs, highlighting a nuanced approach to saving that balances value with satisfaction. Money experts often say frugality is less about pinching every penny than about…
Insurance premiums can vary widely for the same vehicle based on driver behaviour, location, and claims history, revealing a complex underwriting process beyond the car badge. Two people buying the same car can end up paying very different motor insurance…
State-owned Hindustan Copper unveils a ₹7,000 crore capital plan over the next five to six years, aiming to expand mining capacity, revive assets, and advance its role in India’s green energy transition through investments in exploration, technology, and strategic partnerships.…
India’s semiconductor industry is accelerating beyond assembly, driven by government incentives, regional development in South India, and forecasts of exponential growth, positioning the country as a key global player in advanced electronics manufacturing. India’s semiconductor market is expanding rapidly as…
Copper prices in India have surged to Rs 1,400 per kilogram amid a global supply squeeze driven by mine disruptions and surging demand from renewable energy, electric vehicles, and data centres, signalling tightening market conditions ahead. Copper prices in India…
India’s electric vehicle market is shifting from niche policy experiments to a significant industrial ecosystem, with sales soaring and exports expanding, driven by policy support and infrastructure growth despite ongoing challenges. India’s electric-vehicle market is moving from a niche policy…
India’s fast food sector is transforming into a more sophisticated, technology-driven industry, with rapid expansion in consumer spending, delivery platforms, and health-conscious options, projected to nearly double in size by 2034. India’s fast food market is becoming a much larger…
