Search Bharat Media

Credit offtake stays ahead of banks' deposit growth

In the second quarter of FY27, advances at several banks grew significantly faster than deposit growth. Smaller banks, such as Tamilnad Mercantile Bank and Karnataka Bank, recorded impressive credit expansions. Larger public sector banks like Bank of India and Canara Bank also saw substantial growth in advances.…

Listen: The Monday Night Club

Alistair Bruce-Ball and guests debate the weekend's football.

Israel 'tried to intimidate' Irish amid spitting row - Hallgrimsson

Republic of Ireland head coach Heimir Hallgrimsson says he felt Israel were "trying to intimidate" his team amid allegations of spitting during Sunday's Nations League draw.

U.S. Air Force removes all bombers from British air base targeted by a suspected terror attack

The U.S. Air Force has brought home its bombers stationed at a U.S.-run military air base in England used to strike Iran following an investigation into a planned terror attack at the RAF Fairford base

Mynas introduced to control a coconut pest later became pests themselves

In 1915, common mynas were introduced to the Cook Islands to mitigate a coconut pest problem. Unfortunately, these birds multiplied rapidly, encroaching on the territories of native species and invading agricultural lands. Their escalating presence led to the establishment of a bounty program on Atiu Island, aiming to…

Travis Kelce-backed Six Flags: How is its $20.8M solar project going green?

Travis Kelce-backed Six Flags is making a major sustainability move as Magic Mountain’s new solar parking project powers two parks. The 12.37 MW installation covers 4,315 spaces and is expected to generate 20.8 million kWh annually. The project also includes an 8 MWh battery and 109 EV charging stations. Kelce joined…

Forced to call him 'Dad': Trial over sexual abuse in disabled care home shocks South Korea

The BBC spoke to one of three residents at a care home who were sexually assaulted by a staff member.

Democracy in peril as voters illegally ousted: Ex-SC judge Nariman

Justice Rohinton Fali Nariman expressed concerns regarding the functioning of the Election Commission in India. He highlighted the issue of illegal removal of voters from electoral lists, especially in West Bengal. Nariman noted that 90 lakh voters were disenfranchised, with many not having access to justice. He…

The Amazon's future is on the ballot in Brazil. Many voters aren't focused on it

Brazil's environment is a global concern. But on the campaign trail, it's struggling to get voters' attention.

U.S. Marine arrested for alleged killing of woman on Okinawa, triggers outrage from Japan

Some 50,000 US troops are deployed in Japan under a bilateral security pact, about half of them on Okinawa

A big e-commerce barrier may fall for small sellers

Faster registration, easier refunds: Reform rollout with GST 2.0

GST Council plans to unveil substantial reforms aimed at improving business processes and facilitating growth. The proposed changes involve streamlined registration, easier refunds, and a more efficient input tax credit system. Decriminalisation measures are also proposed to alleviate issues for businesses with minor…