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PNB Housing Finance eyes higher-yielding segments such as micro housing finance

Wven as the companysloan book is expectedto crossthe 1 lakh crorein the current financial year, the composition of prime and affordable housing &emerging markets is likely to shift to 55:45 in the overall loan book.

18 Aug 2026 9:06 pm
FM tells banks to consider launching a month-long banking outreach campaign for Gen Z on Oct 2

Meanwhile she asked banks to improve design of agriculture finance keeping mind Prime Ministers vision of Shakti of Sapt Dhara

18 Aug 2026 8:22 pm
DSP Finance buys lending platform Volt Money

Volt Money, an early player in the digital LAMF market, enables customers to borrow against their mutual fund holdings seamlessly, with funds disbursed in five minutes.

18 Aug 2026 8:01 pm
Sammaan Capital draws curtain on 7-year legal overhang after Supreme Court hearing

Sammaan Capital is now controlled by Abu Dhabi-based International Holding Company PJSC (IHC), which invested USD $1 billion in the lender.

18 Aug 2026 6:57 pm
Sundaram Home Finance plans expansion of emerging business in AP

Company targeting disbursements of 150 crore this year

18 Aug 2026 6:19 pm
Visa expands premium card tier in India, targets growing affluent base

The move repositions the Visa Infinite brand as a scalable framework rather than a single product

18 Aug 2026 5:32 pm
ICICI Bank stock slips 0.45% as bank prices $750 million bond issue

The banks IFSC Banking Unit priced five-year Senior Unsecured Fixed Rate Notes at a 5.417% coupon early Tuesday under its $7.5 billion Global Medium Term Note Programme

18 Aug 2026 4:52 pm
ICICI Bank mops up $750 million by issuing bonds to overseas investors

The bonds were raised through its IFSC banking unit at a coupon rate of 5.417 per cent, ICICI Bank said in a regulatory filing.

18 Aug 2026 2:28 pm
UPI growth pushes banks to look beyond payments for revenue: McKinsey

Unlike card payments, which generate transaction-linked revenues for financial institutions, instant payments can be harder to monetise directly

18 Aug 2026 1:58 pm
Cash still king in India despite digital boom, says RBI Deputy Governor Murmu

Addressing central bankers from across the world, Murmu noted that currency in circulation continues to grow at double-digit rates despite a decline in cashs share of individual transactions due to increasing digital payment adoption.

18 Aug 2026 12:38 pm
Rising oil, US yields add to rupee pressure after RBI move

The rupee is expected to open in the 95.68 to 95.72 range, traders said, after settling at 95.6025 to the dollar on Monday

18 Aug 2026 9:27 am
Axis Bank prices its Senior Notes aggregating $300 million at 5.179%

These Senior Notes form part of the private sector banks $5 billionGlobal Medium Term Note programme.

17 Aug 2026 8:50 pm
Rupee declines to a 2-week low on early closure of swap facility to attract FCNR-B deposits

Traders indicated that RBI was present in the market, stabilising the Rrupee through Ddollar sales

17 Aug 2026 8:00 pm
Airtel Payments Bank Chairman Sunil Mittal steps down; Shabnam Sinha to succeed

Sinha will take on a three-year term starting October 1, 2026, pending Board appointment and RBI approval, the company announced

17 Aug 2026 7:26 pm
FCNR(B) inflows stabilise rupee but fail to trigger 2013-style rally

Heavy foreign-currency inflows have strengthened the central banks ability to manage volatility, but broader global forces continue to shape exchange rates.

17 Aug 2026 6:43 pm
FM asks public sector banks to leverage strong balance sheets for next phase of growth

The government is seeking a stronger role for lenders in financing emerging opportunities as improved asset quality creates greater room for expansion.

17 Aug 2026 5:54 pm
South Indian Bank unveils Onam Orumayude Olam campaign

The campaign features festive offers on Home, Car, and Personal Loans, plus exclusive debit card deals with 40+ brands at over 250 outlets in Kerala

17 Aug 2026 4:26 pm
Indian Bank celebrates 120th Foundation Day with a series of community initiatives

Commits itself to strengthening financial inclusion, empowering communities and contributing to Indias journey towards a stronger, more inclusive future

17 Aug 2026 2:24 pm
Yes Bank makes bond market comeback years after AT1 write-off

The bank plans to sell a benchmark-sized three-year US currency note and is holding calls with fixed-income investors starting Monday

17 Aug 2026 2:14 pm
IPO-bound Paramotor Digital partners with NSDL Payments Bank to issue prepaid cards

The partnership will leverage NSDL Payments Bank's prepaid card issuance services and banking infrastructure to support secure, RBI-compliant prepaid payment solutions across payment networks

17 Aug 2026 1:27 pm
Govt to soon announce high-level panel on 'Banking for Viksit Bharat'

Panel to comprehensively review the sector and align it with Indias next phase of growth

17 Aug 2026 12:55 pm
Sammaan Capital eyes up to 92,000 crore annual disbursements by FY29-FY30

Under its Clear Path to Growth plan, the company is aiming to up its network from 220 branches currently to 1,600 in the next few years

17 Aug 2026 10:36 am
Muthoot Fincorps Q1FY27 net profit soars about 4 times to 705 cr

NBFCs bottomline boosted by a jump in net interest income and gains made from sale/assignment ofloan portfolio

16 Aug 2026 7:39 pm
IN-SPACe proposes 500 crore third-party insurance cover for space launches

The third party damage insurance framework will likely be part of Indian Space Activity Bill

16 Aug 2026 6:29 pm
Recoveries gather pace for ARCs: Security Receipt redemptions outpace issuances by a wide margin in Q1

Developments on the SR front come in the wake of robust credit growth and lenders stepping up vigil on asset quality

16 Aug 2026 5:19 pm
Star Health expects Home Health Care initiative to grow over 50% in next one year, backed by significant traction

Segment records 600% y-o-y growth in customers in Q1; available across 300 cities

16 Aug 2026 3:27 pm
Punjab & Sind Bank exploring QIP option to raise funds, bring down govt holding: MD Saha

Currently, the government holds a 93.85% stake in Delhi-headquartered Punjab & Sind Bank

16 Aug 2026 2:19 pm
Indian Bank plans to raise $400 mn via ECB this week: MD Binod Kumar

Indian Bank may mop up another $600 million via ECB before RBIs concessional swap window deadline of December 31, 2026

16 Aug 2026 11:42 am
PhonePe widens lead as UPI transactions climb to 23.66 billion in July

Paytm remained the third-largest player. Its monthly transaction count increased to 1.90 billion from 1.80 billion in June

15 Aug 2026 8:05 pm
S&P Global Ratings assigns IDFC First Bank investment grade rating

The rating agency observed that regular capital raisings, improved profitability, and a low dividend payout should support IDFC First Banks capitalization

15 Aug 2026 9:06 am
Life insurance: Average annual premium per policy grew 42.6% in last 5 years in India

An analysis of life insurance business data for FY21FY25 compiled by the Insurance Information Bureau (IIB) of India has pointed to an encouraging shift in the countrys protection landscape

15 Aug 2026 8:50 am
Robust accretion to FCNR-B deposits: RBI decides to pull the plug on concessional swap facility

The concessional swap facility will now be available only for FCNR(B) deposits of 3-5 years maturity mobilised till August 31, against the earlier deadline of September 30

14 Aug 2026 8:53 pm
Health insurance reforms must go beyond rates to address the cost of care: Industry experts

Standardising costs across private and government hospitals could help keep expenditure on tertiary and super-speciality care within manageable limits

14 Aug 2026 8:45 pm
Newtap Finance gets CRISIL A-rating on back of disciplined growth

As of March 31, 2026, Newtaps managed loan portfolio stood at 4,582 crore, with on-book assets under management of 859 crore

14 Aug 2026 8:19 pm
The Latest Home Loan Interest Rates: Aug 14, 2026

The Latest Home Loan Interest Rates: Aug 14, 2026

14 Aug 2026 7:00 pm
The Latest Fixed Deposit Interest Rates: Aug 14, 2026

The Latest Fixed Deposit Interest Rates: Aug 14, 2026

14 Aug 2026 7:00 pm
PNB signs three-year deal with GYFTR to boost credit card engagement

Under the deal, GYFTR will design, build and operate a white-label digital platform

14 Aug 2026 6:01 pm
RBI rate framework may limit HFC pricing flexibility, speed up bank rate transmission to NBFCs: Kotak

Kotak said the proposed framework could affect HFCs that currently use an internal prime lending rate (PLR) and offer home loans at a discount to the benchmark

14 Aug 2026 1:34 pm
ICICI joins Indian banks chasing dollar loans, swelling demand

ICICI Bank has launched a syndicated offshore loan of about $1.45 billion, with a margin of 110 basis points over the US benchmark Secured Overnight Financing Rate

14 Aug 2026 11:07 am
RBI Governor co-chairs BRICS meeting with Finance Minister; emphasises role of central banks in financial stability

The RBI Governor highlighted the pivotal role central banks play in maintaining price and financial stability

14 Aug 2026 8:49 am
US 30-year Treasury yield tops 5.2%, hitting highest borrowing cost since 2001

The landmark auction underscores growing pressure on Washington as investors demand greater compensation for holding long-term government debt amid fiscal uncertainty

14 Aug 2026 7:17 am
Fino Payments Bankslips into the red

Reports net loss of 13.72 crore in Q1FY27

13 Aug 2026 9:26 pm
Bank of Baroda concludes issuance of 3, 5-yearbonds aggregating $700 million

ICICI Bank completes issuance of $300 million Senior Unsecured Fixed Rate Notes

13 Aug 2026 8:43 pm
GIC Res Q1FY26 standalone net profit up 10% at 1,922 crore

Income from investments was about 4 per cent lower at 2,171 crore

13 Aug 2026 7:43 pm
UPI ecosystem draws $5.8 billion in funding since 2021, capital concentrates around top players: Tracxn

Over their lifetimes, the 10 best-funded companies in the ecosystem have raised about $9.4 billion

13 Aug 2026 7:33 pm
13 Aug 2026 6:12 pm
Bajaj General Insurance rolls out special motor cover for defence personnel

ProShield is a dedicated solution created to support military personnel by offering protection, convenience, and reliable financial assistance

13 Aug 2026 6:02 pm
Galaxy Health Insurance enters travel insurance segment with launch of new product

Product designed for Indians travelling overseas for leisure, business, education and employment

13 Aug 2026 5:58 pm