India and China are currently holding discussions to resume border trade in domestic goods, marking the possible end of a pause that has lasted over five years.According to a Bloomberg report, talks are focused on re-establishing earlier trade channels that were suspended due to bilateral tensions.If successful, this move could indicate a positive shift and gradual improvement in relations between the two neighbouring countries.

INDIA -CHINA-After a long gap of nearly five years, direct passenger flights between India and China are set to resume, with services expected to start as early as next month. The suspension, which began during the COVID-19 pandemic, had severely impacted travel, trade, and cultural exchanges between the two countries. Sources indicate that a formal announcement about the resumption is likely to be made during the upcoming Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit in China at the end of...

Union Cabinet approves the Employment Linked Incentive (ELI) Scheme aimed at supporting job creation, improving employability, and strengthening social security across sectors, with a specific focus on manufacturing. The scheme, which was announced as part of the Union Budget 2024-25, aims to incentivise the generation of over 35 million jobs between August 2025 to July 2027, with a spending of ₹99,446 crore.

India’s fair trade regulator Competition Commission of India (CCI) has launched a formal investigation against India’s biggest paints firm, Asian Paints, for alleged abuse of its dominant position in the organised decorative paints market, following a complaint by Aditya Birla group’s Grasim Industries’ Birla Opus Paints division.

The Centre on Tuesday permits cab aggregators such as Ola, Uber, and Rapido to charge up to twice the base fare as a surge price during peak hours, up from the previous cap of 1.5 times.  During non-peak hours, the fare must be at least 50 per cent of the base rate.

Secretary (Posts), Ms. Vandita Kaul led the Indian delegation at the Pan African Postal Union (PAPU) General Assembly in Arusha, Tanzania, as an observer to strengthen South - South Postal Cooperation sharing India's expertise in postal technology, digital address codes, citizen centric service delivery and more.  She interacted with Secretary PAPU and DDG UPU on the occasion to discuss on building a more equitable and inclusive global postal sector Cooperation

Credit rating agency ICRA has reaffirmed India’s GDP growth projection at 6.2% for the fiscal year 2026, backed by positive domestic factors such as a steady monsoon and controlled oil prices. Why It’s Important: Strong monsoons boost agriculture and rural demand. Low oil prices reduce import costs and inflation. These trends can sustain economic momentum even if the global market faces uncertainty. However, ICRA has also cautioned that global...

Mysore Sales International Ltd (MSIL) is revamping its ₹500 cr chit-fund operations via a new mobile app, aiming for ₹10,000 cr annual volume. The initiative includes micro-chits, a digital agent network, and financial inclusion tools for underserved communities. Formalizing informal savings benefits unbanked citizens and introduces new fintech competition in the chit segment.

Upgrading to PAN 2.0 is now quick and simple! With Aadhaar-linked features and enhanced digital access, PAN 2.0 brings more security and convenience to your financial life. Follow these easy steps to update your PAN and enjoy the new benefits. The Union Cabinet approved the PAN 2.0 Project to make PAN the “single source of truth and data consistency.” With PAN already linked to Aadhaar. More On News: The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) has approved the...

From EMIs to Easy Repayment: Common Loan Mistakes Indians Make — and How to Avoid Them With increasing financial aspirations and easier access to credit, more Indians are turning to loans to fund everything from education and medical emergencies to home purchases. While taking a loan can be a smart financial move, the real challenge often lies in managing repayments. Missed EMIs, poor planning, and reactive decision-making can turn good credit into growing debt. Here are five common...

Delhi-Bound Passengers Alert: Over 32 Trains Affected Due to Scheduled Maintenance Work New Delhi: If you're planning to travel to Delhi by train this week, here's an important update for you. The Indian Railways has announced that more than 32 Delhi-bound trains will be impacted on Wednesday due to a scheduled traffic block for essential maintenance work. The planned maintenance activity is part of the Railways' ongoing efforts to ensure safer and more efficient operations across key...

Gold and Silver Prices Decline Amid Tepid Demand: City-Wise Rates on May 20, 2025 On May 20, 2025, gold and silver prices in India witnessed a decline, influenced by subdued demand and prevailing market conditions. 📉 Gold Prices on MCX Gold June Futures: Opened at ₹92,965 per 10 grams, marking a decrease of ₹332 or 0.36% from the previous close. This downward trend reflects a cooling in investor sentiment, possibly due to global economic factors and currency fluctuations. 📉 Silver...