India has achieved 20% ethanol blending in petrol by 2025: India has achieved 20% ethanol blending in petrol by 2025 five years ahead of the original 2030 target. This milestone was announced by Union Petroleum Minister. The Ethanol Blended Petrol (EBP) Programme aims to blend ethanol with petrol to reduce reliance on fossil fuels, enhance […]
Day: July 24, 2025
Gaza Hunger Crisis
Gaza Hunger Crisis: The Gaza hunger crisis has escalated, with over 2 million people now food insecure and dozens dying from starvation, as confirmed by Palestinian and UN agencies. WHO has called this a “man-made mass starvation”, exacerbated by aid blockades and attacks near food distribution points. It Is asevere man-made hunger crisis unfolding in […]
Fino Payments Bank Launches “GATI” Savings Account
Fino Payments Bank Launches “GATI” Savings Account: Fino Payments Bank has launched a new digital savings account named “GATI” a term meaning “speed” in several Indian languages with the aim to deepen UPI transaction penetration in rural and semi-urban areas of West Bengal. By offering an affordable, zero-balance account with instant transaction capability, Fino seeks […]
Launch of Samudra Prachet
Launch of Samudra Prachet: The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) launched ‘Samudra Prachet’, the final of two indigenous Pollution Control Vessels (PCVs), on July 23, 2025, at Goa Shipyard Ltd (GSL). This vessel will play a crucial role in enhancing India’s oil spill response capabilities within its Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ), supporting the government’s Atmanirbhar Bharat […]
RBI’s approval for Warburg Pincus to invest in IDFC First Bank
RBI’s approval for Warburg Pincus to invest in IDFC First Bank: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has granted approval to Warburg Pincus, a prominent global private equity firm, to acquire up to 9.99% stake in IDFC First Bank. The ₹4,876 crore investment is expected to enhance the bank’s capital base and support its growth […]
SBI Adjudged World’s Best Consumer Bank 2025 by Global Finance Magazine
SBI Adjudged World’s Best Consumer Bank 2025 by Global Finance Magazine: The State Bank of India (SBI) has been named the World’s Best Consumer Bank for 2025 by the reputed Global Finance magazine, recognizing the bank’s customer-centric innovations and strong digital presence. This global recognition reinforces SBI’s commitment to inclusive and modern banking.SBI, India’s largest […]
