RBI’s new ATM transaction rules take effect from May 1: Charges, revised limits – all you need to know

Starting May 1, 2025, the Reserve Bank of India‘s (RBI) updated framework for ATM transaction charges will come into force, bringing changes to free transaction limits, charges for additional transactions, and interchange fee structures across the country.Under the new guidelines, customers will be entitled to a set number of free ATM transactions each month—three in…

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‘With what face can I ask for statehood for J&K?’ Omar Abdullah’s in J&K assembly after Pahalgam attack | India News

NEW DELHI: Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Omar Abdullah condemned the the dastardly terror attack in Pahalgam in a moving speech during the special session of the state assembly on Monday. Abdullah said that he has no face to ask statehood for J&K after the terror attack that claimed 26 lives.“I will not use this…

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Mukesh Ambani vs Sunil Mittal: After Bharti Group consortium, Reliance eyes stake in Chinese company Haier’s India business

It's a competitive scenario between RIL and a consortium including Sunil Mittal of the Bharti Group, similar to their existing rivalry in the telecom sector. Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL), under Mukesh Ambani‘s leadership, has positioned itself as a key contender for acquiring a substantial stake in Haier’s Indian operations. The Chinese consumer electronics manufacturer is…

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How to mitigate a water crisis? IIM professor explains at TOI River Dialogues | India News

TOI River Dialogues 2025 began in Lucknow on Monday, bringing together policymakers, innovators, corporate leaders, and communities. Impactful discussions were held on initiatives such as Namami Gange, as well as advanced technologies, and community-driven conservation.Speaking at TOI River Dialogues, Dr Pritam Ranjan of IIM Indore suggested that a water management programme could help mitigate an…

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Defence stocks rally up to 11% amid India-Pakistan tensions: What should investors do?

Defence stocks: Experts indicate that Pakistan-related tensions are short-lived without substantial changes warranting immediate investment. (AI image) Defence stocks in India rallied between 5% to 11.5% on April 28, due to growing India-Pakistan tensions and the anticipated announcement of the Rafale-M fighter aircraft agreement.Several defence-related companies, including Paras Defence, Garden Reach Shipbuilders, Data Patterns, Cochin…

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Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan receives bomb threat at office and his official residence | India News

NEW DELHI: A bomb threat was reported at Kerala chief minister Pinaryi Vijiyan’s office, and his official residence, on Monday. Authorities quickly responded, and a bomb squad is currently conducting a thorough search of both locations. The chief minister’s office (CMO) confirmed the ongoing operation.This is a developing story… Source link

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With Indus Waters Treaty suspended, Modi government looks to expedite five major J&K hydroelectric power projects

Modi government is considering moving forward with several hydroelectric initiatives. India is looking to expedite five significant hydroelectric power projects in Jammu & Kashmir, following its decision to keep the Indus Waters Treaty suspended. These projects can progress more rapidly without the previously required Indus Waters Treaty approval process.Sources told ET that the government is…

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BJP MP Nishikant Dubey raises concerns over ‘new face of Pakistani terrorism’ amid Pahalgam attack fallout | India News

NEW DELHI: BJP MP Nishikant Dubey has raised concerns about what he describes as a “new face of Pakistani terrorism“, claiming that more than five lakh Pakistani women have entered India through marriages.In a social media post on X, Dubey said that the girls are yet to receive their Indian citizenship.“A new face of Pakistani…

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