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August 18, 2026
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Boss scam prevention requires independent verification of payment requests and avoidance of malicious WhatsApp attachments that enable executive impersonation.
Boss scam, or CEO impersonation fraud, uses malicious WhatsApp attachments and impersonation of regulatory officials or company executives to obtain control of WhatsApp sessions and issue fraudulent payment instructions. The alleged network supplied SIM cards, dummy SIMs, WhatsApp accounts and one-time passwords to cyber-fraud operators, illustrating a Cybercrime as a Service model. Preventive measures include avoiding suspicious ZIP, executable, library and APK files and independently verifying all financial-transfer requests.
August 18, 2026
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Floating-rate personal loan prepayment protections prohibit charges and compulsory lock-ins for qualifying individual non-business borrowers from 2026.
Prepayment charges are prohibited for part or full repayment of qualifying floating-rate loans availed by individual borrowers for non-business purposes and sanctioned or renewed on or after 1 January 2026. Compulsory lock-in periods cannot restrict prepayment of such loans. Fixed-rate personal loans may still attract prepayment or foreclosure charges under lender policy and contractual terms. Borrowers should check the loan's rate type, sanction letter, loan agreement and key fact statement, where applicable, and compare applicable charges with potential interest savings before early repayment.
August 18, 2026
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Premium Basmati rice positioning drives Zeeba's packaging refresh and ambassador-led campaign focused on quality, authenticity and domestic expansion.
Zeeba has refreshed its packaging and appointed Chef Vikas Khanna as global brand ambassador to support expansion in India. Its "Aisa Basmati Nahi Dekha" campaign positions the brand around export-quality Basmati rice, consistency, authenticity and a superior culinary experience. Promotional activity will extend across digital, retail and consumer touchpoints. The premium Basmati range is described as carefully sourced, naturally aged and processed according to global quality standards, with emphasis on grain quality, authentic taste, purity and consistency.
August 18, 2026
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Silver-collateral lending creates a formal secured-credit channel for eligible borrowers, subject to regulatory requirements and lender policies.
Loans against silver collateral have been introduced following the Reserve Bank of India's Lending Against Gold and Silver Collateral Directions, 2025, enabling eligible regulated lenders to accept silver as security. The offering provides a formal and transparent credit channel against eligible silver jewellery, ornaments and approved silver coins. It is intended for individuals, proprietors and MSMEs requiring liquidity for personal, business and other legitimate financial needs, subject to lending policies and applicable regulatory requirements.
August 18, 2026
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Healthcare discount membership provides instant savings on out-of-pocket care at participating premium providers without insurance claims or paperwork.
CarePass is a healthcare savings membership card providing instant point-of-billing discounts at participating premium healthcare providers across India. It covers out-of-pocket spending on hospital treatment, diagnostics, dental, vision, dermatology, hair and skin care, and IVF and maternity services, without claim processing, waiting periods or paperwork. Members present a digital CarePass at a participating provider to receive the applicable discount. Four membership tiers offer differing benefits, with higher tiers including tele-consultations and annual health checks. CarePass is a discount membership and not an insurance product.
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EXIM operations at Vizhinjam commence with container movement, supported by investor facilitation, infrastructure backing and port-led logistics development.
EXIM operations at Vizhinjam international seaport commenced with the flagging off of two containers after a successful trial export shipment. The state government proposes investor engagement, regulatory facilitation and infrastructure support to expand global export activities through the port. Mission Samudra is to operate as a port-led industrial and logistics development scheme. The deep-water port was developed under a public-private partnership model and had received commercial commissioning certification.
August 18, 2026
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Money-laundering investigation under PMLA expands through searches into alleged consultancy payments linked to CMRL and Exalogic Solutions.
Money-laundering investigation under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act involves fresh searches connected with Cochin Minerals and Rutile Ltd and Exalogic Solutions. The inquiry concerns alleged fraudulent payments made under the guise of IT consultancy services and a purported money trail involving persons allegedly connected with those transactions. The action follows earlier searches and questioning in relation to the same matter.
August 18, 2026
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Recruitment examination irregularities trigger money-laundering investigation into alleged bribery, paper leaks, answer-sheet tampering, and preferential veterinary officer selections.
Money-laundering investigation under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act concerns alleged irregularities in veterinary officers' final selection through a public recruitment examination. Searches covered premises linked to commission officials, alleged intermediaries, the digital evaluation entity, and selected candidates. Allegations include bribery demands, examination-paper leakage, OMR answer-sheet tampering, and facilitation of selection for relatives of commission officials.
August 18, 2026
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Export-import operations advance through operational preparedness review and planned port-led industrial and logistics development initiatives.
Operational preparedness for full land-based export-import operations at Vizhinjam Seaport was reviewed, including the Vehicle Traffic Management System. EXIM cargo operations follow a trial shipment of the port's first export container to Valencia. Mission Samudra is proposed to support port-led industrial and logistics development alongside these operations. The deep-water port was developed through a public-private partnership model and had obtained commercial commissioning certification before its dedication to the nation.
August 18, 2026
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Industrial corridor development prioritises empowered SPVs, integrated infrastructure and investor-ready parks to accelerate manufacturing investment and operations.
National Industrial Corridor Development Programme implementation prioritises timely infrastructure completion, land allotment, investment mobilisation and commencement of manufacturing. PM GatiShakti-aligned planning requires integrated connectivity, utilities and social infrastructure, while States should resolve land, clearance and SPV-power bottlenecks. BHAVYA proposes investment-ready, plug-and-play industrial parks appraised for ready land, credible demand, connectivity, utilities, realistic phasing and early investor attraction. NICDIT routes Government participation and equity support for BHAVYA project SPVs, and NICDC coordinates implementation and monitoring.
August 17, 2026
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RERA compliance exemption for stalled housing projects raises whether statutory obligations may be waived to enable phased project completion.
RERA compliance exemption is sought for completion of 16 stalled residential projects by a public sector construction entity appointed under a project-completion arrangement. The appellate insolvency tribunal declined to direct a waiver, considering itself incompetent to exempt compliance with statutory provisions. The arrangement requires phased completion, award and commencement of construction work, and oversight through an apex committee and project-wise committees. The projects remain incomplete owing to the developer's financial crisis.
August 17, 2026
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Deposit mobilisation and youth banking guide strategies for stronger public financial institutions, investment financing and Global Capability Centre opportunities.
PSB Confluence 2026 considers strategic priorities for Public Sector Banks and Public Financial Institutions across deposit mobilisation, banking for youth, investment-cycle financing and Global Capability Centres. Discussions seek practical, scalable strategies to strengthen customer engagement, youth-responsive banking propositions, institutional financing capabilities and participation in the expanding Global Capability Centre ecosystem. Youth engagement may use the MY Bharat platform to strengthen links with the formal financial system and awareness of education finance, entrepreneurship, internships and financial-sector careers. Further themes include value-chain infrastructure, priority sector lending and credit card business reform.
August 17, 2026
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Banking-sector reform will guide lender capacity, financial stability, inclusion, consumer protection, deposit growth and responsible credit-card expansion.
Banking-sector reform is proposed through a high-level committee on Banking for Viksit Bharat to review the sector and align it with growth needs while safeguarding financial stability, financial inclusion and consumer protection. Key themes include deposit mobilisation, youth banking, investment support, global capability centres, value-chain infrastructure, credit cards and priority-sector lending. Public-sector banks are expected to improve competitiveness through technology, sectoral expertise, product adaptation and customer-focused deposit growth. Credit-card development must maintain responsible underwriting, customer protection and appropriate risk controls.
August 17, 2026
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FCNR(B) concessional swap facility availability narrows to timely mobilised deposits amid rupee depreciation and foreign currency inflow concerns.
Foreign-exchange conditions reflected rupee depreciation amid weak domestic equity markets and higher crude oil prices. FCNR(B) concessional swap facility availability is confined to foreign currency deposits mobilised by banks within the revised cut-off period, replacing the previously longer mobilisation window. The facility is intended to encourage foreign currency inflows, while banks use the FCNR(B) scheme to mobilise foreign currency deposits through attractive interest rates.
August 17, 2026
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Banking sector review panel will align future growth with financial stability, inclusion and consumer protection through government recommendations.
High Level Committee on Banking for Viksit Bharat is proposed to comprehensively review the banking sector and align it with India's next phase of growth. It is intended to safeguard financial stability, financial inclusion and consumer protection, while providing views and recommendations to the Government on banking-sector development and reform.
August 17, 2026
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Prime Minister Internship Scheme enhances youth employability through paid industry exposure, cross-field learning, workplace readiness and potential full-time employment.
The Prime Minister Internship Scheme provides paid internships with leading companies across India to improve youth employability through practical workplace exposure, industry experience and skills development. It addresses the gap between classroom learning and employers' expectations of workplace readiness. Participation is not confined to academic qualifications, allowing youth to pursue fields of interest and gain hands-on professional learning. Strong internship performance may lead to full-time roles, while the scheme stresses responsible work where errors may affect quality, consumer safety and organisational reputation.
August 17, 2026
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SAFTA origin fraud in areca imports allegedly enabled improper duty exemption through false Bangladeshi-origin declarations.
SAFTA preferential duty treatment for areca-nut imports was allegedly misused by falsely declaring goods originating in South-East Asian countries as Bangladeshi origin. Since areca nuts normally attract 100% basic customs duty, the scheme sought to obtain the full SAFTA exemption reserved for qualifying Bangladeshi goods meeting Rules of Origin requirements. The alleged mechanism included routing goods through Bangladesh, changing containers and bags, using improperly obtained Certificates of Origin, and facilitating clearance through importers, Customs Brokers and IEC holders. Investigative findings also indicated cash proceeds, hawala channels and dummy entities.
August 17, 2026
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FCNR(B) concessional swap facility closure may reduce temporary foreign-currency inflow support and heighten rupee weakness concerns.
The Reserve Bank of India restricted its concessional swap facility for FCNR(B) deposits to deposits mobilised by August 31, advancing the earlier cut-off date. The facility was intended to encourage foreign-currency inflows, while banks mobilise such deposits through attractive interest rates. Market commentary indicated that existing inflows may support the rupee in the near term, but the curtailed availability of the facility could reduce this temporary cushion and increase depreciation risk.
August 16, 2026
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Temporary tariff suspension for earthquake recovery is sought to ease pressure on affected Colombian businesses.
Temporary suspension of high tariffs on Colombian products has been sought to support business recovery following a severe earthquake declared a natural disaster. The request links tariff relief to economic disruption affecting businesses amid extensive destruction, injuries and missing persons. United States emergency assistance has been provided through food, shelter and health supplies, while no response to the tariff-suspension request had been reported.
August 16, 2026
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Port-led industrial development and direct export operations aim to expand logistics infrastructure, market access and trade connectivity.
Mission Samudra is proposed as a port-led industrial and logistics development programme linked to the commencement of export-import operations at Vizhinjam seaport. It covers industrial clusters, new cities, port connectivity, logistics, development initiatives, programme management and capacity building. Direct export shipments are intended to improve overseas-market access and reduce transit time and logistics costs, particularly for small and medium enterprises. The framework also anticipates growth in warehousing, cold storage, container freight stations and logistics parks, supported by private participation and road and rail connectivity.

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New Delhi, Jan 13 (PTI) Following are the top stories at 9.30 PM NATION DEL36 RAHUL-TN-LD JANA NAYAGAN

'Modi will never succeed in suppressing voice of Tamil people': Rahul on 'Jana Nayagan' row New Delhi: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday alleged that the Centre's "attempt to block" Vijay-starrer "Jana Nayagan" is an attack on Tamil culture, and said Prime Minister Narendra Modi will never succeed in "suppressing the voice of the Tamil people".

DEL20 DEF-ARMY CHIEF

Operation Sindoor remains ongoing, any misadventure will be effectively dealt with: Army chief New Delhi: Operation Sindoor remains ongoing and any misadventure by the adversary will be dealt with effectively, Army Chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi said on Tuesday, sending a firm message to Pakistan.

DEL66 DEF-RAJNATH-LAKSHADWEEP CAMP

Govt committed to providing quality healthcare to all, especially in remote territories: Rajnath New Delhi: The government is committed to providing quality healthcare to every citizen of the country, especially those living in remote and island territories, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Tuesday.

DEL61 LD CHINESE DELEGATION

Cong's 'red carpet' swipe at BJP over meeting Chinese delegation; ruling party hits back with 'secret MoU' barb New Delhi: A Communist Party of China delegation's meetings here stirred a political row on Tuesday with the Congress asking whether the BJP raised the issue of repeated Chinese transgressions during its interaction with the visitors, and the ruling party hitting back, saying it acts openly and does not "secretly sign an MoU".

BOM18 GJ-SHAH-BIOTECH LAB

BSL-4 lab will end India's dependence on foreign countries for testing dangerous viruses: Shah Ahmedabad: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday laid the foundation stone of the BSL-4 Biocontainment Facility of the Gujarat Biotechnology Research Centre in Gandhinagar, noting that India won't be dependent on foreign countries for testing samples of dangerous viruses.

DEL63 LD COLD

North India shivers: Delhi sees coldest January dawn in 3 years, record cold in Chandigarh New Delhi: As Kashmir awaits a fresh spell of snowfall, Delhi saw its coldest January morning in three years on Tuesday and Chandigarh its chilliest night in nine years. With cold waves intensifying in Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana and Jharkhand, winter's unforgiving chills have deepened its grip over India.

CAL29 WB-LD MAMATA

EC deleted 54 lakh 'genuine voters' in WB without giving them chance to defend themselves: Mamata Kolkata: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee alleged on Tuesday that the 54 lakh names, which were deleted from the draft rolls during the SIR in the state, were done unilaterally by the Election Commission which "misused" powers of electoral registration officers (EROs) to get the job done.

DEL55 CBI-KARUR-VIJAY

Karur stampede case: CBI summons TVK chief Vijay again on January 19 New Delhi: The CBI has summoned TVK chief and actor Vijay for second round of questioning on January 19 in connection with the Karur stampede case, officials said Tuesday.

BUSINESS DEL69 BIZ-2NDLD INDIA-IRAN-TRADE

Govt, exporters awaiting clarity on USA's proposed Iran-related tariffs New Delhi: India primarily exports food and pharma goods to Iran on humanitarian grounds, and it is not yet clear whether the additional tariff announced by the Trump Administration would also cover them, officials said.

DEL65 WEF-LD DAVOS-TRUMP

Trump to attend WEF Davos meet; strong India delegation expected New Delhi: US President Donald Trump will attend the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in the Swiss ski resort town of Davos, along with his five cabinet members, while the summit will also see a strong delegation from India, the organisers announced on Tuesday.

LEGAL LGD39 SC-PUBLIC SERVANTS-2NDLD SANCTION

SC delivers split verdict on validity of Section 17A of anti-graft law; matter referred to CJI New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Tuesday delivered a split verdict on the constitutional validity of a 2018 provision of the anti-graft law which mandates prior sanction for initiating a probe against a government servant in a corruption case.

LGD42 DL-HC-LD LALU-FIR

Land-for-jobs: Appointment decisions made by Lalu not part of his official duties, CBI to HC New Delhi: Opposing Lalu Prasad Yadav's petition to quash its FIR in the land-for-jobs scam case, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Tuesday said the decisions made by RJD supremo on appointments in Railways did not fall under the discharge of his public duties as railway minister, and only the general managers could make such decisions.

FOREIGN FGN71 US-LD VISAS

US revokes over 100,000 visas in 2025, including 8,000 student permits New York/Washington: The Trump administration has revoked over 100,000 visas, including of about 8,000 students, in 2025, setting what it said was a new record as part of its immigration policy to protect the US from foreign nationals posing a risk to public safety or national security. By Yoshita Singh

FGN19 US-TRUMP-IRAN

Trump announces 25% tariff on 'any country' trading with Iran, move could impact India, China, UAE New York/Washington: US President Donald Trump announced that any country “doing business" with Iran will have to pay a 25 per cent tariff on its trade with Washington, a move that could impact Tehran’s major trading partners such as India, China and the UAE. By Yoshita Singh

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