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BusinessThe Finance Ministry has decided to maintain stable interest rates for small savings schemes in the October-December quarter despite rising inflation and higher Government Securities bond yields. Many schemes currently offer rates above 7%, and the government sees no immediate need to change them. A key review on Wednesday will assess potential future rate adjustments.
Economic Times·9h ago
PoliticsAt a high-profile opposition meeting in New Delhi, the INDIA bloc discussed leadership and strategy for the 2029 Lok Sabha elections. When asked if Rahul Gandhi would be the prime ministerial candidate, Trinamool Congress chief Mamata Banerjee did not give a direct answer, saying, “You will be the candidate,” and deferred details to a press conference the next day.
News18·27m ago·New Delhi
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Aaj Tak·36m ago
HealthDanish drugmaker Novo Nordisk aims to launch pilot programs in India to address childhood and adolescent obesity. Emil Kongshøj Larsen, executive vice-president of International Operations, highlighted the long-term health benefits of early intervention to prevent obesity-related diseases like diabetes and cardiovascular issues. The company also supports increased public funding for chronic disease treatments and notes positive government involvement in diabetes care in India.
Business Standard·2h ago
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TOI Entertainment·41m ago
BusinessThe Centre's fiscal deficit reached 41.9% of its 2026-27 budget target by August 2026, up from 38.1% last year, driven by increased subsidy spending, especially on fertilisers. Total revenue was ₹13.7 lakh crore and total expenditure ₹20.8 lakh crore from April to August. Revenue and expenditure were 37.5% and 38.9% of their respective budget estimates, showing a rise in spending compared to last year.
Hindu Business·31m ago
Economic Times·9h ago
The Finance Ministry has decided to maintain stable interest rates for small savings schemes in the October-December quarter despite rising inflation and higher Government Securities bond yields. Many schemes currently offer rates above 7%, and the government sees no immediate need to change them. A key review on Wednesday will assess potential future rate adjustments.
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