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September 3, 2026
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GST rationalisation for amusement park admissions could lower ticket prices, stimulate consumer demand, and support investment without input tax credit.
GST rationalisation for amusement park, water park and indoor entertainment admission tickets is sought through a flat 5% GST rate without Input Tax Credit. The proposed rate is intended to reduce ticket prices, improve affordability and increase customer demand in a capital-intensive tourism and entertainment sector. Many smaller and mid-sized operators report limited ability to offset GST liability through ITC. Lower taxation is projected to support facility expansion, revenue growth, new investment, employment and reinvestment in recreational services.
September 3, 2026
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Money laundering linked to hybrid ganja smuggling involves alleged illicit cross-border transfers and foreign-exchange violations.
Enforcement Directorate searches form part of a money-laundering investigation into alleged hybrid ganja smuggling from Thailand. A case under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act concerns suspected laundering of drug-trafficking proceeds and transfer of funds to Thailand through illegal channels. The inquiry also examines possible foreign-exchange violations and an alleged arrangement involving carriers, visas and funds for transporting narcotic substances.
September 3, 2026
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Foreign-currency deposit mobilisation supports currency appreciation while creating surplus-liquidity sterilisation pressures through deposit swaps in domestic banking markets.
Foreign-currency deposit mobilisation strengthened foreign-exchange liquidity and supported rupee appreciation. FCNR(B) deposits, together with overseas foreign-currency borrowings and external commercial borrowings, increased aggregate foreign-currency resources. Bank swaps of such deposits with the central bank may create surplus banking-system liquidity and a sterilisation challenge, while oil prices, global yields, dollar movements and foreign equity inflows remain relevant currency-market factors.
September 3, 2026
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Money laundering investigation examines alleged diversion of bank loans from a power project to group entities and personal use.
Money laundering investigation under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act concerns alleged diversion of bank loans obtained by Kohinoor Power for a power plant in Jharkhand. The loan proceeds were allegedly transferred to other group entities and used personally. Searches were conducted at eleven premises associated with the group's promoters, directors and auditors. The company entered liquidation proceedings before the National Company Law Tribunal, with limited recovery for creditors.
September 3, 2026
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Globalisation of auto component manufacturing is linked to trade access, resilient supply chains, technology adoption, safety, and vehicle scrappage.
The auto component industry is encouraged to expand globally through reciprocal market access, overseas manufacturing, international investment and trade partnerships. Supply-chain resilience is to be strengthened through indigenisation of vulnerable products, access to critical minerals, and domestic capacity in auto components, speciality steel, technical textiles and semiconductors. Priority is also given to high-value integrated solutions, artificial intelligence-enabled quality control, vehicle safety and industrial parks offering manufacturing infrastructure. Vehicle scrappage requires coordinated government incentives and fair industry valuation to support replacement demand for new-age vehicles.
September 3, 2026
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Updated IP cooperation guidelines strengthen cross-border innovation, patent examination coordination, traditional knowledge protection, and geographical indication commercialisation.
IP BRICS Heads adopted Updated Operational Guidelines to direct result-oriented intellectual property cooperation, promote cross-border innovation, and reinforce joint engagement in global IP standards. Priority areas include protection of traditional knowledge and traditional systems of medicine, reinforced patent examination cooperation, exchange of search results, patent analytics, and geographical indication protection and commercialisation. Coordination mechanisms and periodic progress reviews are emphasised for effective implementation and continuity of cooperation.
September 3, 2026
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Sovereign credit rating upgrade reflects resilient growth, improved fiscal expenditure quality, stronger financial systems, and a robust external position.
India's long-term foreign-currency and local-currency issuer ratings were upgraded from 'BBB+' to 'A-', with a Stable Outlook, reflecting resilient economic growth, improved fiscal expenditure quality, strengthened financial-sector soundness, and a robust external position. Fiscal improvement is linked to greater capital expenditure and lower fiscal deficit. Financial resilience is supported by improved banking and non-banking sector asset quality and capital adequacy. External strength arises from a contained current account deficit, services surplus, and foreign-exchange reserves exceeding short-term external debt.
September 3, 2026
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Public sector general insurance performance requires profitable underwriting, lower claim ratios, digitalisation, standardised monitoring, and quality grievance redressal.
Public Sector General Insurance Companies were advised to focus on profitable business lines, reduce the Incurred Claim Ratio, and accelerate technology use and digitalisation while optimising related expenditure. They are to improve insurance penetration, density, outreach and customer awareness, particularly in underserved segments, while reducing protection gaps. A robust, standardised KPI framework should enable comparable financial and non-financial performance assessment and be reviewed quarterly. Customer grievances require expeditious and quality redressal.
September 3, 2026
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Cross-border financing through GIFT-IFSC expands foreign currency mobilisation, external commercial borrowing disbursements, and international bond market access.
GIFT-IFSC's IBUs mobilised foreign-currency liquidity under the RBI's FCNR(B) deposit swap facility, with 20 IBUs sanctioning USD 54.02 billion and disbursing approximately USD 52.82 billion as at 31 August 2026. Between April and August 2026, IBUs disbursed USD 11.62 billion in External Commercial Borrowings, while Indian banks raised USD 11.12 billion through bond listings on IFSC exchanges. These activities support cross-border financing, international capital-market access and foreign-exchange inflows.
September 3, 2026
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Bilateral business council leadership appointment strengthens operational capacity to advance Canada-India economic and investment partnerships.
Operational leadership for bilateral economic engagement is strengthened through the appointment of Shuchita Sonalika as the first Chief Operating Officer of the Canada-India Business Council. The appointment is directed toward enhancing the council's capacity to support expanding investment and economic relations between Canada and India, in coordination with its board, members and partners. Sonalika brings international affairs experience in advancing India's economic partnerships across global markets.
September 3, 2026
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Regulatory certainty and compliance reforms support investment facilitation, infrastructure development, MSME credit access, and reduction of bank non-performing assets.
Regulatory certainty, ease of compliance and investment facilitation are identified as central elements of India's economic reform orientation. The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code is included among reforms supporting regulatory certainty, reduced paperwork and easier compliance. Policy priorities include infrastructure development, artificial intelligence and data centres, credit access for MSMEs, reduction of banks' non-performing assets, fiscal discipline, and investment facilitation by central and state governments.
September 2, 2026
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Sovereign credit rating upgrade reflects resilient economic growth, fiscal quality, financial-system soundness, and external-sector resilience.
Japan Credit Rating Agency upgraded India's foreign-currency and local-currency long-term issuer ratings to A-, citing solid economic growth, strengthened growth-oriented policies and improved financial-system soundness. Improved banking asset quality, insolvency mechanisms, government capital infusion and stronger central-bank supervision support financial resilience. Fiscal quality has improved through greater infrastructure-focused capital expenditure and restraint in current spending, while a contained current-account deficit, services surplus and substantial foreign-exchange reserves support resilience to external shocks.
September 2, 2026
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Currency-market intervention and foreign capital inflows supported rupee resilience amid higher crude prices and dollar strength.
Foreign capital inflows and modest foreign institutional equity purchases supported rupee appreciation against the US dollar despite weak domestic equities, elevated crude oil prices and a stronger dollar. RBI monitoring and apparent currency-market intervention supported the rupee amid risk aversion, higher US Treasury yields and concerns over crude supply disruptions. Forthcoming US employment data remained relevant to dollar and rupee direction.
September 2, 2026
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Foreign-currency non-resident deposits bolster external liquidity through hedging support and lending flexibility during global market uncertainty.
Foreign Currency Non-Resident (Bank) [FCNR(B)] deposits are fixed-term foreign-currency deposits for non-resident Indians, with principal and interest repayable in the deposit currency and without direct rupee exchange-rate risk. A special central-bank programme mobilised substantial FCNR(B) deposits, alongside overseas foreign-currency borrowings and external commercial borrowings, to strengthen foreign-exchange liquidity. Banks received hedging-cost support and permission to lend against the deposits. The facility was closed earlier than scheduled after its mobilisation objective was met.
September 2, 2026
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Foreign currency swap facility accelerated FCNR(B) deposit window closure after substantial diaspora inflows, while borrowing windows remain open.
Special USD-INR foreign-exchange swap facility for FCNR(B) deposits, Overseas Foreign Currency Borrowings and External Commercial Borrowings was introduced to strengthen the external sector and support foreign-exchange liquidity. FCNR(B) deposits, under which principal and interest are repayable in the same foreign currency, generated the principal share of inflows. Strong diaspora participation led to advancement of the FCNR(B) window closure. The swap facility for Overseas Foreign Currency Borrowings and External Commercial Borrowings remains open until December 31, 2026.
September 2, 2026
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GST bribery allegations led to a trap operation against officials and an intermediary in a quarrying matter.
Criminal investigation concerns alleged solicitation and acceptance of an undue advantage by CGST officials in connection with settling a GST/royalty matter involving a stone-quarrying firm. The officials allegedly arranged for a private person to collect the payment. A trap operation resulted in the private person being caught while accepting the alleged undue advantage. Searches at the accused persons' premises led to recovery of cash and jewellery, while further investigation continues.
September 2, 2026
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State GST collection growth outpaced national expansion during the first five months, alongside increased VAT and CST receipts.
Haryana's SGST collections increased by 29 per cent during April-August of financial year 2026-27, exceeding the national growth rate of 16 per cent. August 2026 post-settlement SGST revenue rose by 21 per cent, compared with national average growth of 13 per cent. Haryana accounted for less than 4 per cent of national GST taxpayers but contributed approximately 7.7 per cent of aggregate national SGST, CGST and IGST collections. VAT/CST collections rose by 13.8 per cent during the same period.
September 2, 2026
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NBFC loan servicing governance retains lender control through deterministic decision rules, maker-checker controls, reconciled migration and optional AI assistance.
Lokta Next 100 offers RBI-registered NBFCs with loan books up to Rs 100 crore post-approval loan servicing, accounting, reporting, analytics, collections, recovery and partner-management functions, excluding pure-play microfinance NBFCs. Credit, approval and money decisions remain with the lender. Maker-checker approval applies to every change, and migration requires line-by-line reconciliation before cutover. Records remain lender-owned, hosted in India and exportable. AI may propose changes but cannot post to the ledger; deterministic lender-policy rules decide changes. Platform fees are deferred for up to 24 months, subject to stated loan-book thresholds.
September 2, 2026
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RTI access to maintained records does not require creation of Aadhaar date-of-birth update data on demand.
UIDAI did not maintain separate Aadhaar data on date-of-birth updates in Bihar following the announced social security pension enhancement, including month-wise or district-wise compilations. No internal review or flagging of unusual update patterns was available or applicable in its records. The Central Information Commission clarified that the RTI framework does not require a public authority to create, compile or generate information that it does not maintain in the form requested. The initial CPIO response treating the information as outside the RTI Act was considered inappropriate.
September 2, 2026
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Transgender arrest and detention safeguards prompt calls for a standard operating procedure and clearer procedural protections.
Legal and regulatory issues include safeguards for arrest and detention of transgender persons, consultation requirements in Bar Council policy-making, and procedural accountability in electoral administration and policing. Personal insolvency proceedings raise questions about tribunal powers to constitute an expanded bench. Hospitality operators are expected to comply strictly with food-safety and hygiene norms. Proposed restrictions on minors' social-media accounts address cyberbullying, online exploitation, and harmful screen exposure.

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Whatfix Powers GenAI-Driven Digital Transformation Across the Global Financial Services Sector

August 21, 2025

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Bengaluru, Karnataka, India (NewsVoir) • Deepens Focus on Financial Services, anchored on proven results, dedicated vertical team, and AI-powered product suite. • Trusted by the world’s leading financial services institutions such as Sentry Insurance, Grant Thornton, Mizuho, Ria Financial Services, Mountain America Credit Union, ICICI Bank Limited, Old Mutual, Encova Insurance, and Select Health Whatfix, the global leader in Digital Adoption Platforms (DAP), is accelerating transformation across the global financial services sector with its proprietary GenAI-powered product suite. As financial services institutions worldwide face mounting regulatory pressures, legacy modernization challenges, and rising user expectations, Whatfix is empowering them to navigate change with agility and control, while driving measurable improvements in productivity and ROI. Only 58% of banking leaders feel confident in their ability to modernize core systems, according to Bain & Company’s 2024 Banking Trends Survey. While 43% cite investing in new technologies as a top priority, the primary focus for bank CIOs over the next 12 months is managing cybersecurity and technology risks. These indicators underscore the complexity of digital transformation in financial services and the growing need for scalable, secure, and user-focused solutions. Whatfix directly addresses these challenges through its product suite, comprising three powerful tools: Digital adoption to enable users right within any software, no-code analytics to uncover and resolve adoption gaps, and application simulation for safe, hands-on learning in software replicas, all powered by GenAI. “In financial services institutions, where accuracy, speed, and compliance are non-negotiable, Whatfix empowers these institutions to transform with confidence,” said Khadim Batti, CEO and Co-founder of Whatfix. “We believe userization—putting users at the center of transformation—is the key to real change. Our GenAI-led platform is delivering this across some of the world’s most demanding financial environments.” GenAI-Led Enablement at Scale Top financial services institutions across 40+ countries globally trust Whatfix’s AI-powered product suite to scale digital transformation. Whatfix empowers financial services institutions by embedding real-time, contextual guidance within mission-critical platforms such as core banking systems, insurance policy and claims management software, wealth management platforms, loan origination systems, investment advisory portals, CRM, customer tools, and compliance systems. As the industry evolves, Whatfix is enabling users to complete tasks faster, smarter, and with less friction. Whatfix’s GenAI capabilities are integrated across the entire user journey, from transformation planning to in-flow enablement and ongoing progression. Whatfix's proprietary GenAI agents power intelligent content creation, insight generation, and adaptive user support, delivering personalized experiences and driving consistent execution at scale. With AI as a multiplier, Whatfix is laying the foundation for a system of intelligence and action, empowering financial services institutions to go beyond fragmented point tools and toward unified, intelligent execution that delivers real results. Use cases span: • Standardized execution of critical workflows, including KYC reviews, anti-money laundering (AML) checks, and internal controls • Regulatory-readiness for mandates such as SWIFT ISO 20022, Basel III, and local jurisdictional reporting • Rapid deployment of policy or regulatory changes, including credit underwriting policies, interest rate adjustments, and product suitability guidelines • Accelerated onboarding of relationship managers, credit analysts, and loan officers, reducing time-to-productivity across corporate banking operations • Role-based, self-guided training programs for geographically distributed and multilingual teams • Enhance customer experience across the customer portal, making the experience smooth, agile, and rewarding. Redefining Results for Financial Services Institutions Over 75% of our financial services customers are large enterprises and Fortune 500 leaders who rely on Whatfix to accelerate transformation, drive adoption, and reduce risk at scale. Whatfix has empowered financial institutions to achieve as high as: • 84% reduction in onboarding and training time for digital and payment platforms • $1,000,000 in annual cost savings through improved compliance and self-service • 10X ROI from growth in loan processing and operational efficiency • 88% user self-sufficiency, resulting in a • 45–60% reduction in support queries and • 50% boost in user productivity Leading financial institutions are already seeing impact: Colleen Behnke, Learning and Performance Specialist at Sentry Insurance, says, “Although the Workday DAP by Whatfix has only been live for a few months, we’re achieving 94% user engagement and 91% self help search success. This accelerated proficiency ensures we capitalize faster on the great Workday attributes: employee engagement, streamlined people processes, and improved collaboration across the organization.” “We were evaluating other DAP vendors, but the engagement with Whatfix was unreal—we just hit it off,” said Hein Pieters, Head of Adviser Solutions at Old Mutual. “The willingness of the people at Whatfix to come together and make it work was a difference-maker.” “I’ve been in charge of Whatfix at my company for two years, and their customer service is unmatched,” said Michelle Warsing, Senior Instructional Designer at a leading U.S.-based financial services firm. “I appreciate the ease of use and the support we receive when implementing new applications.” Powering Vertical Growth with Strategy and GenAI In 2020, Whatfix launched its industry strategy with insurance, one of the most complex and regulated sectors. Over the next four years, the company achieved 80% year-over-year growth in new customer logos, reflecting strong and sustained demand. This momentum translated into a Net Revenue Retention (NRR) of 112% in 2025, underscoring consistent customer expansion and long-term value. Building on this success and rising enterprise demand across North America and EMEA, Whatfix expanded its financial services footprint to include banking, lending, and wealth management. In parallel, the company deepened its presence in the public sector, life sciences, and pharma industries, accelerating digital transformation at scale. Today, Whatfix is at the forefront of an industry-first go-to-market strategy, led by Vipul Gupta, Head of Revenue Operations and Industry Strategy. A long-time Whatfix leader, Vipul began his journey as Director of Digital Marketing and went on to lead global marketing. As a data-driven, tech-focused leader, he now drives the company’s global revenue operations and vertical strategy. To further support enterprise transformation, Whatfix recently introduced a suite of GenAI Agents designed to drive digital as well as AI adoption in the flow of work. The company’s market leadership continues to be validated by top-tier analyst recognitions across Gartner, Forrester, IDC, and Everest Group reports on DAP and Product Analytics. About Whatfix Whatfix is advancing the "userization" of application technology, by empowering companies to maximize the ROI of digital investments across the application lifecycle. Powered by GenAI, Whatfix’s product suite includes a digital adoption platform, simulated application environments for hands-on training, and no-code application analytics. Whatfix enables organizations to drive user productivity, ensure process compliance, and improve user experience of internal and customer-facing applications. With seven offices across the US, India, UK, Germany, Singapore, and Australia, Whatfix supports 700+ enterprises, including 80+ Fortune 500s like Shell, Schneider Electric, and UPS Supply Chain Solutions. Backed by investors such as Warburg Pincus, Softbank Vision Fund 2, Dragoneer, Peak XV Partners, Eight Roads, and Cisco Investments, software clicks with Whatfix. For more information, visit the Whatfix Solutions at Old Mutual.website. (Disclaimer: The above press release comes to you under an arrangement with Newsvoir and PTI takes no editorial responsibility for the same.). PTI

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