Bank credit grows 15.9% in FY26 to Rs 212.9 lakh crore; Finance ministry says capex, reforms boosting demand

Scheduled Commercial Banks (SCBs) recorded a robust 15.9 per cent growth in credit during FY2025-26, reflecting strong economic activity and sustained demand across sectors, the Finance Ministry said, PTI reported. Total outstanding bank credit stood at Rs 212.9 lakh crore in March 2026, an increase of Rs 29.2 lakh crore over the previous year. “Amidst…

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Riddhima Kapoor Sahni gets emotional over daughter Samara’s debut, recalls working with Neetu Kapoor, advice from Ranbir Kapoor |

Riddhima Kapoor Sahni, daughter of late Rishi Kapoor and Neetu Kapoor, has opened up about making her acting debut in Daadi Ki Shaadi at 45, calling the experience “surreal” and “deeply emotional.”“It truly feels surreal and deeply emotional. There’s a sense of everything coming full circle,” she told The Indian Express, adding, “I know my…

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BPSC 72nd CCE prelims notification 2026 released: Registration for 1,230 posts begins on May 7; check complete details

BPSC 72nd CCE prelims notification 2026 BPSC 72nd CCE prelims: The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has released the official notification for the 72nd Combined (Preliminary) Competitive examination 2026. The recruitment drive is being conducted to fill a total of 1,230 vacancies across different departments of the Bihar government.According to the notice, the online application…

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Cabinet okays 2 semiconductor units worth Rs 3,936 crore; total approved projects under ISM rise to 12

The Union Cabinet has approved two new semiconductor manufacturing units with a combined investment of over Rs 3,936 crore under the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM).The projects include the country’s first commercial mini/micro-LED display facility based on Gallium Nitride (GaN) technology and a semiconductor packaging unit, Information and Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said.The facilities will be…

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OFSS Bihar Class 11th admission 2026: BSEB releases first selection list; direct link to download here

The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) has released the first selection list for Class 11 admissions 2026 through the Online Facilitation System for Students (OFSS). Students who applied for admission can now check and download the list from the official website — ofssbihar.net. Enrollment dates Students whose names appear in the first selection list must…

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‘How can this be serious cricket team?’ DC ‘geniuses’ under fire amid loss to CSK; selection calls questioned | Cricket News

Former India cricketer Dodda Ganesh criticised Delhi Capitals over their team selection during their IPL 2026 match against Chennai Super Kings on Tuesday.After captain Axar Patel chose to bat, Delhi Capitals struggled and were reduced to 69 for five in 11 overs at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. Sameer Rizvi, who remained not out on 40,…

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Middle East conflict: Govt launches Rs 18,100 crore credit guarantee scheme; MSMEs, airlines to get Rs 2.55 lakh crore liquidity support

The government has approved an Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme (ECLGS 5.0) with an outlay of Rs 18,100 crore to support MSMEs and airlines hit by the West Asia conflict, PTI reported.The scheme is expected to enable additional credit flow of Rs 2.55 lakh crore, including Rs 5,000 crore earmarked for the aviation sector.“The scheme…

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