The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) announced that the redemption price for the final maturity of Sovereign Gold Bonds (SGBs) due on March 17, 2025, will be ₹8,624 per unit. “This price is determined based on the simple average of the closing gold price for the week of March 10-13, 2025,” the RBI stated. The …
The Ministry of Education and the Government of India introduced the APAAR ID card in line with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, aiming to assign unique identification numbers to school students across India. Known as the ‘One Nation One Student ID Card,’. Is APAAR ID Compulsory? According to the government, the APAAR ID is …
The 8th Pay Commission, approved by the Union Cabinet, is set to bring major salary and pension revisions for central government employees. Expected to come into effect on January 1, 2026, the commission will recommend changes in pay scales, allowances, and retirement benefits, impacting nearly 50 lakh employees and 65 lakh pensioners across various government …
Gold has long been a symbol of wealth and security, making it one of the most sought-after commodities worldwide. Many gold buyers often compare prices across different countries to get the best deal. One city that consistently attracts gold buyers is Dubai, known for its tax-free gold market and competitive pricing. But why is gold …
Imagine waking up one day to find that everyone has been given unlimited money. At first, it seems like a dream come true—everyone can afford luxury cars, lavish homes, and expensive gadgets. But within days, prices skyrocket, shelves empty out, and businesses collapse. The dream turns into chaos. This is precisely why the Reserve Bank …
The Indian rupee closed flat on Thursday, as comforting U.S. inflation data helped offset concerns over escalating global trade tensions that have dampened risk appetite. The rupee rose to 87 ending with 0.24% gains on Thursday, March 13, 2025.. The 1-month non-deliverable forward (NDF) indicated that the rupee would open at around 87.20-87.22, little changed …
New Delhi, Mar 13 (PTI) PhonePe’s app marketplace Indus Appstore on Thursday announced a multi-year partnership with consumer electronics maker Xiaomi India. Indus Appstore will now come pre-installed on all new Xiaomi smartphones in India, and will also replace GetApps on existing devices, aiming to enhance user experience, simplify app discovery, and increase accessibility, according …
As per the Minister of State for Communications and Rural Development, Dr Pemmasani Chandra Sekhar, the development of 6G technology is currently in progress globally, with an expected launch around 2030. India has set ambitious goals to become a leader in this next-generation telecom revolution. On March 23, 2023, the Hon’ble Prime Minister released the …
The Indian government has launched a new initiative to bolster the fisheries industry with the introduction of the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Kisan Samridhi Sah-Yojana (PM-MKSSY). This is a Central Sector Sub-scheme which operated under the prevailing Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY). PM-MKSSY has an estimated budget of ₹6,000 crore will run for 4 years …
New Delhi, Mar 13 (PTI) Domestic passenger vehicle dispatches from factories to company dealers rose 1.9 per cent year-on-year to 3,77,689 units in February amid slowing demand, industry body SIAM said on Thursday. The total passenger vehicle wholesales stood at 3,70,786 units in February 2024. “Passenger vehicles segment remained resilient and posted its highest ever …
