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Govt moves to review, cut microcredit service charge

Dhaka, July 28 -- The government has initiated a move to reduce the current 24 per cent service charge applied by microfinance institutions (MFIs) in a bid to make microcredit more affordable for low-... Read More


Rs.200 crore to retire? How social media is making us all deluded about money.

New Delhi, July 28 -- I recently conducted a leadership workshop where I asked a group of 30-something middle managers, "What is your FIRE number?" FIRE stands for 'financial independence, retire earl... Read More


Adda Extreme Battle out on OTT: Where, how to watch Elvish Yadav's new reality show

India, July 28 -- Elvish Yadav's Adda Extreme Battle is now out for streaming on JioHotstar (also accessible via OTTplay Premium). The all-new reality show is presented by JioHotstar Sparks and follow... Read More


BSNL to post healthy operating cash flows quarterly, vows Telecom Minister Scindia

New Delhi, July 28 -- Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) will deliver healthy operating cash flows on a quarterly basis as the state-run telecom operator prioritises operational performance over net ... Read More


Taiwo Olusesi speaks on 83x how to be an inspiring female leader

Nigeria, July 28 -- Taiwo Olusesi, Registrar of the Nigerian Institute of Management (chartered), believes women leaders inspire and empower others through empathy, connection, resilience, adaptabilit... Read More


OpenAI's Chinese competitor Zhipu unveils new open-source model

India, July 28 -- Chinese AI firm Xhipu AI has recently unveiled a new open-source model called GLM 4.5, reinforcing it as a competitor to global players like OpenAI. The company, a spin-off from Tsin... Read More


BTUC demands Tk 30,000 minimum wage, submits memo to Labour Adviser

, July 28 -- Bangladesh Trade Union Centre (BTUC) on Monday submitted a 10-point charter of demands to the Labour Adviser, calling for the immediate formation of a National Minimum Wage Board and decl... Read More


CDSL slumps after Q1 PAT slides 24% YoY

Mumbai, July 28 -- Compared to Q1 March 2025, consolidated net profit grew 2%, while net sales rose 15% in Q2 June 2025. Profit before tax (PBT) stood at Rs 151.18 crore for Q2 June 2025, down 13.43%... Read More


IPO Mania! Foreign investors prefer public offers even as they sell stocks worth Rs.20,000 crore. Here's why

New Delhi, July 28 -- Overseas investors, who typically favour investing in well-established companies, seem to be changing their stance as they actively participate in the primary market. July data s... Read More


Stopping the trade in fake, substandard medicines in Africa, By Eliangiringa Kaale

Nigeria, July 28 -- The time for half-measures and empty promises has passed. African governments must take immediate, decisive action to combat the proliferation of substandard and falsified medical ... Read More