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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy Just now (05:31 AM IST)

India May See Normal Rainfall in Oct-Dec as Monsoon Ends at 14th-Lowest Level in 125 Years

India is likely to receive normal rainfall in the October-December period, even as the southwest monsoon closes with one of its weakest performances in more than a century, according to the latest meteorological outlook. The India Meteorological Department expects below-normal rain in October overall, though the southern peninsula is projected to fare better, while 313 of 741 districts recorded deficient precipitation during the monsoon season.

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India Entertainment & CultureJust now (05:18 PM IST)

Singapore Collector Peter Lee Traces India’s Textiles Through Trade Routes, Taste and Memory

Singaporean collector Peter Lee has highlighted how Indian textiles such as checks and chintz reflect centuries of exchange across port cities, merchants and migrant communities. His remarks frame cloth not merely as craft or fashion, but as a historical record of trade, cultural borrowing and the movement of ideas across the Indian Ocean world.

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India Sports & CricketJust now (01:04 AM IST)

Bahutule Says India Will Keep Assessing Jadeja and Axar as Spin Plans Evolve

India’s spin strategy remains under active review, with bowling coach Sairaj Bahutule indicating that the team will continue assessing Ravindra Jadeja and Axar Patel as conditions and match demands change. Bahutule praised Jadeja’s recent progress as a bowler, saying the all-rounder has sharpened his craft over the past six months and delivered a strong showing in the Tests in Sri Lanka.

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Banking, Fintech & InsuranceJust now (04:06 PM IST)

Credit Saison India to Lift Secured Loans to 30% as MSME Push Deepens

Credit Saison India is accelerating a shift toward secured lending as it expands its MSME franchise in smaller cities and towns. The company said it expects secured loans to account for 30% of its portfolio by the end of the current fiscal year, up from a lower base, while its overall loan book stands at about Rs 25,000 crore.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal PolicyJust now (07:09 AM IST)

Easing Global Prices, Weak Demand and Higher Arrivals Set to Pressure Indian Cotton

Indian cotton prices are likely to remain under pressure as global benchmarks soften, arrivals pick up and domestic demand stays muted, traders and market participants said. The outlook is further clouded by expectations of a smaller crop, with lower acreage and deficient rainfall weighing on fibre production in key growing belts.

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National Governance & PolicyJust now (01:14 AM IST)

Shipping Ministry Completes Preparatory Phase for Special Campaign 6

India’s Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways has completed the preparatory phase for Special Campaign 6, signaling the start of a renewed administrative push focused on cleanliness, record management, and disposal of pending matters. The initiative reflects the government’s continuing effort to tighten workplace discipline and improve service delivery across public institutions. The campaign is expected to emphasize measurable housekeeping outcomes, faster file movement, and better use of office space, while also reinforcing broader governance goals tied to efficiency and accountability.

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Banking, Fintech & InsuranceJust now (08:15 AM IST)

PB Fintech Sinks 42% in Four Sessions as IRDAI Reform Shock Erases Rs 37,000 Crore; Jefferies and Bernstein Split on Recovery

PB Fintech shares have plunged 42% in four trading sessions, wiping out about Rs 37,000 crore in market value after the insurance regulator proposed reforms aimed at distribution practices and dark patterns. While Jefferies cut its target price, Bernstein maintained an Outperform view and sees as much as 100% upside from current levels, underscoring a sharp divide over the stock’s medium-term outlook.

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Global Markets & EquitiesJust now (05:46 PM IST)

Traders See October Fed Hike Odds Fade After Weak Jobs Report

Traders sharply reduced the odds of a Federal Reserve rate hike in October after a weaker-than-expected jobs report pointed to cooling labor-market conditions. The shift underscores how quickly expectations for U.S. monetary policy are moving as investors weigh signs of economic softening against the Fed’s inflation fight.

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