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Amid outflow fears, RBI reviews LCR by carrying out special audits with banks
Recently, the Reserve Bank of India conducted special audits with banks to verify their holdings of eligible securities for maintaining the liquidity coverage ratio (LCR). This action coincides with the central bank's apprehension regarding potential sudden withdrawals via digital banking channels. Introduced post the 2008 global financial crisis, LCR mandates banks to retain specified amounts of government bonds that can be quickly sold to manage a theoretical 30-day stress period featuring significant cash outflows.
IIFL Finance subsidiary raises Rs 216 crore through public bond issue
IIFL Finance's microfinance subsidiary IIFL Samasta Finance has garnered Rs 216 crore through its second public bond issue against a Rs 1,000-crore target despite higher interest rates, as investors were likely concerned over the regulatory scrutiny on IIFL Finance's gold loan business.
Adani Airport raises RS 150 cr via bond issue
Adani Airport Holdings raises ₹150 crore debt at 9.95% for capital expenditures and transaction costs, issued senior secured non-convertible debentures maturing in June 2028.
Father's Day 2024 in USA: Messages, WhatsApp, Facebook status for Dads
Father's Day 2024 is just around the corner, presenting a perfect opportunity to celebrate the wonderful dads in our lives.
RBI to come out with norms for securitising stressed loans
RBI is set to release final guidelines for securitisation of stressed assets, potentially initiating a junk bond market in India.
Sexual assault case: Court adjourns HD Revanna's plea, next hearing on Friday
Karnataka High Court adjourned JDS MLA HD Revanna's plea on quashing the FIR filed against him for alleged abduction of a sexual assault survivor from Mysuru district.
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Companies go into T20 World Cup mode for employee bonding
Companies, including PhysicsWallah, CashKaro, Tredence, University Living, Pluxee, PeepalCo and Fat Tiger, have plans to mix work with pleasure by screening matches, curating special menus, setting up virtual gaming zones, organising World Cup-themed contests and some may even reward employees with cash prizes and passes to matches. The idea is to break the monotony of everyday tasks at work and foster a positive work culture, bonhomie, and a shared love of sports, HR heads of these firms said. Edtech unicorn, PhysicsWallah, is hosting the Physics Wallah Premiere League, a cricket tournament set to run from June 7-9.
India's long-term bonds attract foreign investors as JPMorgan index inclusion nears
Overseas investors are buying longer-duration Indian government bonds in anticipation of inclusion in JPMorgan's emerging market debt index, expecting significant passive flows. Bonds with maturities of 10 years and more, notably the 7.18% 2033 and 7.30% 2053, have attracted foreign ownership amidst net selling of government bonds in recent weeks.
Pune Porsche Accident: Attempts were made to show accused teen wasn't behind the wheels at the time car killed 2, Pune CP says
Pune Commissioner of Police (CP) Amitesh Kumar stated on Friday that the police are working towards building a strong case against the 17-year-old boy who is suspected to be involved in the Porsche car accident. He assured the media that the case is being investigated carefully and with great sensitivity.
He boosted me when I struggled in IPL 2022: Kohli talks about special bond with DK
The 38-year-old, who joined Royal Challengers Bengaluru from Kolkata Knight Riders in 2022 for his second stint after 2015, played his last IPL match on Wednesday when RCB were eliminated by Rajasthan Royals in the playoffs.
Fund Manager Talk | Chances of downside surprise in Nifty higher after elections: Viraj Gandhi, SAMCO Mutual Fund
CEO Viraj Gandhi of SAMCO Mutual Fund provides insights on market impact, sector preferences, and future trends including the renewable energy sector's growth in FY25.
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Amid multi-layered investment process, BlackRock’s India bond ETF to be “one-stop” shop
BlackRock is positioning its recently launched Indian government bond ETF as a “one-stop shop” for foreigners to deploy money in local sovereign debt amid several operational layers that overseas players would otherwise have to go through to trade here, Hui Sien Koay, lead index, fixed income strategist for APAC at BlackRock
NewsClick row: SC orders release of founder and Editor-in-Chief Prabir Purkayastha in UAPA case; declares arrest invalid
The Supreme Court of India has ordered the release of NewsClick founder Prabir Purkayastha in an Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) case, citing allegations that the news portal received money to spread pro-China propaganda. The court declared the arrest and remand of Purkayastha invalid in the eyes of law.
Electoral Bonds: CJI to take call on listing of plea seeking SIT probe into quid pro between corporates and political parties
Two NGOs have requested the Supreme Court to consider their PIL for a court-monitored investigation into alleged quid pro quo involving political parties, corporations, and investigative agencies in the electoral bonds scheme. The Court acknowledged the plea and assured it would be listed for an early hearing, following the recent scrapping of the electoral bonds scheme by a Constitution bench.
HD Revanna to walk out of jail today after court grants conditional bail in kidnapping case linked to 'obscene video' case
HD Revanna, JD(S) MLA from Holenarasipura, arrested in a kidnapping case linked to an 'obscene video,' was granted conditional bail on Monday. He will be released from Bengaluru Central Prison today after the special court of people's representatives approved bail with a Rs 5 lakh bond. Revanna has denied the accusations, calling them a political conspiracy.
Asian shares hit 15-month high as traders wait for CPI
MSCI's broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan climbed slightly and hit its highest since early 2023 in morning trade, as a strong rally in Hong Kong shares extended into a fourth consecutive week.
China's $138 billion stimulus bond sale starts on Friday
The finance ministry confirmed what four sources had told Reuters earlier on Monday that the 1 trillion yuan ($138.23 billion) of special government bonds would have tenors of 20 to 50 years and issuance will begin on May 17. The sources who have direct knowledge of the plans said 300 billion yuan worth of 20-year bonds, 600 billion yuan worth of 30-year bonds and 100 billion yuan worth of 50-year bonds would be issued.
Special Court grants bail to JDS MLA Revanna in abduction case
Bengaluru court granted bail to JDS MLA HD Revanna. Judge Bhat set conditions including a Rs 5 lakh bond, travel restrictions, and cooperation with the SIT investigation. Revanna faces charges of abduction, sexual harassment, while Revanna Jr is absconding.
JD(S) MLA H D Revanna granted conditional bail by court in alleged kidnapping case
On Monday, a special court of people's representatives granted conditional bail to JD(S) leader HD Revanna in a kidnapping case. HD Revanna, the JD(S) leader, was taken into custody on May 4 by SIT officials in connection with a kidnapping case filed against him at the KR Nagar police station in the city.
SIT will reveal involvement of those in electoral bond scam: Lawyer Prashant Bhushan
Prashant Bhushan calls electoral bonds the biggest scam in Indian democracy. Supreme Court to begin hearing on SIT petition. Independent investigation to expose money trail from political parties. Bhushan advocates for a neutral SIT under ex-judge.
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Delhi HC directs release of Newsclick HR head Amit Chakravarty in UAPA case
Delhi High Court orders Amit Chakravarty's release from custody under UAPA law due to medical reasons, turning him into an approver and prosecution witness in a case involving alleged pro-China propaganda spread by NewsClick.
K Kavitha threatened S C Reddy to pay Rs 25 crore to AAP: CBI in court
The CBI has alleged that BRS leader K Kavitha threatened Aurobindo Pharma Promoter Sharath Chandra Reddy to pay Rs 25 crore to the Aam Aadmi Party for five retail zones allotted to his firm under the Delhi government's excise policy. Kavitha allegedly told Reddy that non-payment would harm his business in Telangana and Delhi. The CBI also claimed that Kavitha assured Reddy of support in the liquor business in Delhi under the new excise policy, with payments to be made to her associates.
Oppn seeks SC probe into 'quid pro quo' in bonds
Opposition accuses government of pressuring firms for BJP's donations. Congress demands SC-monitored corruption investigation. BJP received half donations. Freeze BJP accounts for illegal funds. Mention of ED, IT, CBI raids, CPI-M, SBI data, MP Kapil Sibal.
Electoral bonds: Freeze BJP bank accounts, conduct special investigation, says Kharge
Congress President M. Mallikarjun Kharge called for a special investigation into the electoral bonds scheme, highlighting that the ruling BJP amassed Rs 6,060 crore over five years, demanding freezing of its bank accounts until the probe's completion. He criticized the disproportionate donations received by the BJP compared to Congress, urging for transparency.
India-Mauritius special bonds: 14 India-assisted projects to be inaugurated at President Murmu’s visit this week
India and Mauritius have close relations anchored in shared history, culture, and strategic partnership. The special ties are strengthened through high-level political engagement, cooperation in various sectors, and people-to-people exchanges. The two countries collaborate on development projects, trade, and capacity-building initiatives.
2024 Lok Sabha elections: India's roll call of democracy
The electoral roll for the 18th Lok Sabha has 968.8 million registered voters, more than the population of Europe and North and South America combined. Preparation and maintenance of electoral roll and its continuous fitness in the custody of the EC has been the envy of election management bodies across the world.
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