Jio Payments Bank’s new fintech partnership aims to extend digital financial services to underserved rural communities across India.
Year: 2026
Bihar Cabinet Approves $500 Million World Bank Loan for Urban Economic Development Project
The Bihar state cabinet greenlighted a half-billion dollar World Bank credit line for infrastructure and urban economic growth projects.
India Remains World’s Top Recipient of Remittances per World Migration Report 2026
The World Migration Report 2026 confirmed India’s continued status as the leading global recipient of remittances from its diaspora.
Kotak Mahindra Bank Gets RBI Clearance to Raise Stake in AU Small Finance Bank and Federal Bank
The Reserve Bank of India approved Kotak Mahindra Bank’s proposal to increase its holdings in two Indian private sector banks.
Gaming Firms to Face Over Rs 1 Lakh Crore Tax Blow as Supreme Court Backs 28% GST
India’s online gaming companies face a massive tax liability after the Supreme Court upheld the government’s 28% GST on real-money games.
Anthropic Appoints Sangeeta Bavi to Lead Startups in India
AI company Anthropic named Sangeeta Bavi as its India Startups lead to deepen engagement with the country’s fast-growing tech ecosystem.
PhysicsWallah Revenue Jumps 50% to Rs 919 Crore in Q4 FY26
Indian edtech unicorn PhysicsWallah reported a 50% revenue jump in Q4 FY26 reflecting strong demand for affordable test prep content.
Kissht Crosses Rs 600 Crore Revenue in Q4 FY26; Profit Jumps 52%
Indian fintech lender Kissht posted strong Q4 FY26 results with revenues crossing Rs 600 crore and profits rising sharply.
ECB Will Do What’s Necessary to Tackle Inflation Says Bank of France Governor
Banque de France chief Villeroy de Galhau pledged the European Central Bank stands ready to act further if inflation persists.
UK Energy Bills Rise Again as Food Costs Climb and Youth Unemployment Warnings Deepen
UK businesses and households face fresh pressure as utility costs and food prices continue their upward trend in May 2026.