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Bank holiday today, 13 January: Many parts of India will be celebrating Lohri on Tuesday. Check inside if banks including SBI, PNB, ICICI Bank, Axis Bank and HDFC Bank will remain closed in India on this day.

New labour codes are expected to trigger higher social security contributions by both employers and employees. Employees may see a slight reduction in take-home pay if the overall cost-to-company remains unchanged.

In 2025, up to 6.93% of all global deliveries by Airbus were made to IndiGo. However, Air India did not take any new deliveries from the French aircraft manufacturer.

Union minister H.D. Kumaraswamy led a consultation with 20 companies on a 7,280-crore scheme to boost manufacturing of rare earth magnets. The government assured supply of 500 tonnes of rare earth oxides to enhance raw material security, crucial for EVs, renewables, and defense equipment.

The Financial Planning Association is launching a portal, FPAi, that will serve as an AI content library for its members.

Vitol, Trafigura offer Venezuelan oil to Indian, Chinese refiners for March delivery, sources say

Venture capital is finally acknowledging that deep-tech needs a different playbook from the SaaS or consumer startup approach. Indeed, thanks to policy backing, stronger infrastructure and returning talent, VCs have been warming to deep-tech at the early stages. Will this newfound love grow deeper?

RBI deputy governor Swaminathan J. has warned banks that the era of episodic compliance is over, signaling a shift toward a more aggressive supervisory regime that demands continuous accountability for third-party risks and the transparent use of artificial intelligence.

India's video streaming platforms lack a uniform metric for completion of a show, with definitions ranging from 20% to 70%. This disparity affects content strategy and recommendations, as many viewers often do not finish shows, posing challenges for future content investment.

The US was Indias largest trading partner for the fourth straight year in 2024-25, with bilateral trade valued at $131.84 billion.

A global glut of high-grade ore, weak prices, and domestic supply constraints are pushing steelmakers to import more just as capacity expansion accelerates.

This shift is driven by impulse-led demand for occasion wear and is proving to be a strategic lever to reduce return rates and boost conversion in a recovering apparel market.

Bank holiday today, 12 January: Banks will be closed across West Bengal today, 12 January, to observe the birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda. Here is what to expect on the January 12 bank holiday today.

A high-stakes war is currently raging between infrastructure developers and telecom operators, with the passenger caught in the dead zone.

Despite regulatory aid from the ministry of AYUSH and a growing acceptance of cannabis as an addon, the growth of the herbal cigarette market has stalled since the covid pandemic ended. Can these cigarettes still become ayurvedas next big growth driver?

Filmmakers are diversifying revenue streams beyond traditional methods by launching audio series and digital collaborations. These initiatives enhance fan engagement and extend the lifespan of films, creating immersive experiences while allowing producers to leverage data for strategic planning.

Donald Trumps proposed rate, if enacted, would be lower than any rate seen at least since 1994.

With rising medical costs and changing customer preferences reshaping how credit cards are used, BoB Card is moving away from one-size-fits-all offerings towards cohort-specific products.

Bank holidays this week, January 12-18: Check full RBI schedule for holidays next week, which include the birthday of Swami Vivekananda, Makar Sankranti, Thiruvalluvar Day, Uzhavar Thirunal, and weekend off.

Mumbai consolidated its position as India's largest residential real estate market in 2025.

Bank customers should check the RBI holiday calendar and plan bank-related activities accordingly, especially for Saturdays when banks may not be open. Read more to find out whether banks are open or closed today.