Loans Against Gold Jewellery: Why NBFC gold loans are growing nearly 70% despite tighter RBI regulations

Outstanding NBFC loans against gold jewellery rose 69.3% year-on-year to Rs 3.41 lakh crore at the end of June 2026 (representative image) Loans against gold jewellery by non-banking financial companies (NBFCs) continued to expand sharply in June, growing nearly 70% year-on-year, according to Reserve Bank of India (RBI) data.Outstanding NBFC loans against gold jewellery rose…

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LPG supply concerns spark rush for electric cooking devices; what get costlier

Concerns over cooking gas availability amid the ongoing conflict in West Asia are prompting households to turn to electric kitchen appliances, triggering a sharp rise in demand for induction cooktops and electric kettles, industry executives said.Tata Group’s Croma has seen a strong spike in consumer interest in induction cooktops over the past few days, while…

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Brad Pitt says ‘family stuff’ affected his mental health amid Angelina Jolie legal battle; reveals return to drinking, recalls suicidal thoughts | English Movie News

Brad Pitt reveals return to drinking after 7 years of sobriety, says ‘family stuff’ affected mental health; recalls suicidal thoughts Trigger warning: This story contains references to suicidal thoughts, mental health struggles and alcohol use. Reader discretion is advised.Brad Pitt has opened up about a deeply difficult period in his life, revealing that personal and…

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