Category: Economics Current Affairs

Yuva Sangam: The Ministry of Education today launched the registration portal for the fifth phase of Yuva Sangam under Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat. Yuva Sangam is an initiative under the Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat (EBSB) program launched by the Government of India. Its primary goal is to foster cultural exchange and strengthen people-to-people connections among […]

India Launches ‘Study in India’ Campaign at UAE Education Show: India has officially launched its ‘Study in India’ campaign at the 20th International Education Show in Sharjah, aiming to attract international students to its universities. The initiative, organized by EdCIL under the Ministry of Education, is a significant step in positioning India as a global […]

Climate Risk Information System: The Reserve Bank of India proposes to create a data repository namely, the Reserve Bank Climate Risk Information System (RB-CRIS) Climate Risk Information System will bridge the gap in climate-related data that is currently available in a fragmented manner. Presently the available climate-related data is characterised by various gaps such as […]

PM Modi Inaugurates Indian Institute of Skills (IIS) Mumbai: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Indian Institute of Skills (IIS) in Mumbai, aiming to enhance youth employability and create an industry-ready workforce for Industry 4.0. The IIS, built on a 4-acre campus at the National Skill Training Institute, focuses on cutting-edge technologies like factory automation, […]

MF Lite Framework : SEBI The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) introduced the Mutual Funds Lite (MF Lite) framework on September 30 to promote passively managed mutual fund schemes. This initiative aims to attract new players to the mutual fund industry, offer diversified and less risky investment opportunities for retail investors, and enhance […]

IFC Partners with Axis Bank for India’s First Blue Loan of $500 Million: The International Finance Corporation (IFC) has partnered with Axis Bank to provide a $500 million loan aimed at scaling up blue finance and green projects in India. This is IFC’s first blue investment in the country and the largest climate finance initiative […]

BoB to Sell Oman Operations to Bank Dhofar: State-owned Bank of Baroda (BoB) has announced its decision to sell its Oman operations to Bank Dhofar as part of a broader strategy to rationalize its foreign business footprint. This acquisition will take place on a going concern basis, pending approval from regulatory authorities.

HDFC Bank Divests 100% Stake in HDFC Edu for ₹192 Crore: HDFC Bank has officially announced the divestment of its entire 100% stake in HDFC Education and Development Services Pvt. Ltd (HDFC Edu) to Vama Sundari Investments for ₹192 crore.

UPI and AANI Link-Up: Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal has informed that the Indian and UAE governments are working on interlinking the UPI of India and the AANI of UAE. It will facilitate seamless cross-border transactions between two countries.

RBI and Maldives Monetary Authority Sign $400 Million Currency Swap Agreement: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and the Maldives Monetary Authority (MMA) have signed a currency swap agreement under the SAARC Currency Swap Framework for 2024-2027. This agreement allows the Maldives to access up to $400 million under the US Dollar/Euro Swap Window and […]