financial services secretary

In a significant show of solidarity, scores of employees from Assam's Regional Rural Bank gathered to demand job security and improved workplace conditions. They pointed out the pressing need for adequate staffing, as workloads have surged and essential service issues continue to be sidelined, especially concerning promotion policies which fall short compared to those in public sector banks.

FM, Vaishnaw Meet Banks And Regulators

India and Vietnam have agreed to elevate their relationship to an Enhanced Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, setting an ambitious trade target of $25 billion by 2030. The pact includes expanded cooperation in defense, technology, and digital services, alongside efforts to boost agricultural trade and supply chain resilience.

The Pentagon estimates the war with Iran has cost $25 billion, though sources suggest the true figure could reach $50 billion due to unincluded repair costs. Officials defended the ongoing conflict, calling it an "existential fight" and dismissing concerns of it becoming a "quagmire."

Bihar is on the cusp of a cinematic renaissance, propelled by an ambitious film policy designed to establish the state as a prime filmmaking hotspot. This forward-thinking initiative has already attracted 48 diverse projects, including 25 Hindi films, and emphasizes the economic upliftment of local communities through targeted skill development and job creation.

Rajasthan's top energy official cautioned against lengthy power purchase agreements for battery storage, warning that rigid, long-term contracts could undermine the technology's inherent flexibility and burden consumers. He emphasized that battery systems offer multiple revenue streams beyond just selling electricity, and fixed tariffs for decades might hinder operators from capitalizing on market opportunities and technological advancements.