MUMBAI: Kotak Mahindra Bank has agreed to acquire Deutsche Bank’s India retail, private banking and wealth business for Rs 282 crore, as a going concern on a slump sale basis . The deal will strengthen the bank’s affluent and SME franchise through an inorganic push, the bank said. The acquired portfolio comprises Rs 29,000 crore…
There’s a festive note around you today, Sagittarius. The Moon lights up family warmth and social contact, so either a celebration happens at home or you find yourself dressing up to attend one elsewhere.People respond well to you now because Venus softens your speech and Jupiter gives generosity to your manner. You are able to…
MUMBAI: Banks’ bad loans, which are at a multi-decadal low, are expected to rise marginally to 1.9% by March 2028 under a baseline scenario from 1.8% in March 2026, even as capital ratios are projected to moderate over the same period according to RBI’s bi-annual Financial Stability Report. According to the macro stress test results…
MUMBAI: Oyo parent Prism has filed updated draft IPO papers with markets regulator Sebi, seeking to raise up to Rs 6,650 crore (around $703 million) and moved a step closer to getting listed on the bourses. The IPO has been structured as a primary share sale which means that the company will retain all the…
The most emotional moment of 2026 came with the passing of legendary singer Asha Bhosle on April 12, bringing the curtain down on one of the greatest musical careers in Indian history. Tributes poured in from across the globe as musicians, actors, filmmakers and millions of fans celebrated a remarkable legacy that spanned more than…
The July 1st Moon Capricorn Energy brings a lot of focus on money, work, planning and more. This July 1st, when the Moon transits Capricorn, should not be a day to spend recklessly or take risks; the Moon strongly influences how we feel and what we do.On July 1st, the Moon’s strong energy may affect…
Seeking mobile numbers for policy information ‘dark pattern’: Irdai chief Ajay Seth (Image/ANI) MUMBAI: Irdai has flagged insurers seeking personal information to provide quotes or policy details as a ‘dark pattern’ and has commissioned a study by a public policy institute to define and track such practices over nine months. Speaking at an event organised…
Work won’t move on charm today, Scorpio. It will move on grit. The Moon and Saturn together make the day demanding, and that can leave you tense, restless, and eager for faster results than the day wants to give.Still, there is strength here. Support from a younger brother or sister, or someone like family in…
NEW DELHI: It was a year that was marked by the biggest reset since GST was launched nine years ago and marks a complete change in thinking within the policy dispensation, which had earlier focused on revenue neutral rates. Instead, six months after an overhaul of rates on nearly 400 items has shown that higher…
This is a busy, breathless sort of day, Libra. The Moon encourages movement, effort call, errands and other short-term interactions. Saturn creates pressure that could cause you to be tense and a little agitated by the late afternoon.You’ll need to be a bit more focused for even the smallest progress. There’s a chance that messages…
Don’t broadcast Sheikh Hasina speeches: Bangladesh warns its media outlets DHAKA: Tarique Rahman-led BNP govt on Tuesday warned of action against Bangladeshi media outlets if they broadcast Awami League chief Sheikh Hasina’s statements. The caution from prime ministerial adviser for information and broadcast Zahed Ur Rahman came in the backdrop of a section of Bangladeshi…
Congress moves privilege notice against Rajnath Singh over Operation Sindoor NEW DELHI: Congress MP KC Venugopal Tuesday moved a notice for breach of privilege against defence minister Rajnath Singh, accusing him of misleading Parliament by telling Lok Sabha that no Indian soldier was martyred during Operation Sindoor in 2025. Last week, a controversy erupted when…
Blake Lively is seeking USD 8 million in legal costs from actor and director Justin Baldoni after resolving their dispute over the acrimonious production of their 2024 film ‘It Ends With Us’.Lively’s lawyers disclosed the amount, covering nearly USD 7.5 million in attorney’s fees from two law firms that represented her and about USD 500,000…
Amit Shah launches new FCRA portal, e-OCI card NEW DELHI: Union home minister Amit Shah Tuesday launched the refurbished FCRA portal that offers NGOs a fully digitised framework to apply for registration and renewal of licence under the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act, 2010, file compliance details and avail other services. At the same time, by…
A good spark runs through the day, Leo. The Moon illuminates your fifth house and usually that brings excitement as well as joy and a sharper involvement in matters you truly are interested in.There’s a greater alertness in your brain and a more fluid movement in your body. This is the type of day that…
Matthew Knies’ trade rumors begin to grow amidst disappointing 2025-26 campaign (Image via Getty Images) The Toronto Maple Leafs are expected to pursue defenseman Zach Werenski, who is currently the reigning Norris Trophy winner, from the Columbus Blue Jackets this offseason. However, if the Columbus Blue Jackets make him available, the amount could be huge….
Iran says no further talks unless US honours MoU Iranian Parliament Speaker and chief negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf on Tuesday warned that Tehran is prepared for war if the United States does not comply with the memorandum of understanding (MoU). He further insisted that negotiations on a final agreement will not move forward until Washington…
NEW DELHI: BJP Tuesday dismissed opposition’s bid to revive its challenge to SIR by writing to the CJI as a diversionary tactic, saying people’s constant rejection of these parties in the polls has raised a question over their policies but they are instead busy raising questions over a process already upheld by the judiciary. “The…
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s royal wedding is just around the corner, and decorators have been pulling out all stops to get the Madison Square Garden venue ready for the grand celebrations.The star couple, who have fans and the media on wedding watch, are reportedly gearing up to wed at the iconic venue that is…
Home pulls your attention today, Virgo. The Moon settles in a domestic zone and brings comfort, family contact, and thoughts around property, repairs, decoration, and the small pleasures that make a house feel lived in.Your mother’s support stands out. She may guide you, defend you or provide the kind of guidance that helps clear your…
