Non-banking financial companies (NBFCs) outpaced commercial banks in credit growth during fiscal year 2025, clocking a sharp 20% increase compared to the banking sector’s 12% rise, according to a report by the Boston Consulting Group (BCG).The surge was largely driven by the Gold NBFC segment, helping boost the total net advances in the NBFC sector…
KOLKATA: Bengal’s new OBC list, tabled by state govt in the assembly on Tuesday, has minor changes compared to the previous list. While the earlier list, struck down by the Calcutta High Court, had 113 OBC subgroups with 77 Muslim and 36 others, the new OBC list has 140 subgroups, 80 of them Muslim.Supreme Court…
Magnesium doesn’t often make it to the spotlight. Yet, this quiet mineral helps over 300 enzymes do their job, from calming the nervous system to balancing blood sugar levels. Many believe that eating a healthy, balanced diet should naturally provide enough magnesium. But here’s the twist: sometimes, even with all the leafy greens and whole…
Artificial intelligence is no longer confined to our most cherished science fiction novels—it has manifested into reality. Even before its full maturity, AI has already begun to wreak havoc in the job market. It remains the central figure in the debate over whether robots will eventually substitute humans. With apprehensive hearts, software developers, like many…
Nicholas Pooran retires from international cricket at 29. (Agencies Photo) NEW DELHI: Former India opener Aakash Chopra has weighed in on the growing trend of players retiring early from international cricket, calling it both surprising and understandable. Speaking on his YouTube channel, Chopra admitted that while fans may be stunned to see players like Heinrich…
The United States, long the engine of global crude supply growth, is expected to face a steeper-than-expected slowdown in production growth in 2025 and a sharper decline in 2026, according to S&P Global Commodity Insights’ latest short-term outlook.The report warns that the US will be “disproportionately impacted” by a looming global oil surplus and weakening…
NEW DELHI: In a first but indirect rejoinder to Rahul Gandhi’s allegations of enrolment of fake voters for Maharashtra polls, chief election commissioner Gyanesh Kumar underscored the statutory sharing of electoral rolls with all recognised political parties year after year since 1960, with a provision for them to make claims, objections and appeals.Delivering the inaugural…
One of the most popular pet dog breeds in the world, Labrador Retrievers are smart, friendly, and a great addition to families. But, getting a pet dog is a commitment of a lifetime and a huge responsibility. While Labrador puppies are cute, they need a lot of attention and proper care to live a happy…
How Compton High School is reshaping education with ‘learning studios’ and flexible classrooms. (AI Image) A new architectural and instructional model is reshaping the traditional concept of classrooms in a US high school. Compton High School in California, scheduled to open in Fall 2025, is adopting the “learning studio” model — a flexible, technology-enabled setup…
Team India in training (Screengrab) NEW DELHI: Indian cricketers participated in rigorous fielding practice sessions, accompanied by playful exchanges between teammates as they strengthened their preparation for the England Test series.The BCCI video showed fielding coach T Dilip conducting various drills, including catching practice and accuracy throws at stumps. Vice-captain Rishabh Pant narrowly missed hitting…
