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Three PSU banks have shown strong operational performance in the June 2026 quarter, in terms of faster loan and deposit growth, on a much smaller base as compared to SBI. And yet these three PSU banks trade at a discount between 58% - 63% to the largest PSU bank, State Bank of India. Readers could add these three PSU banks to their watch list of stocks for 2026.

Even though scented candles have become a lifestyle staple in our homes, doctors say they can come with their fair share of toxins and health risks. Here's what you should know

The amount of capital banks need to set aside will depend on the industry the counterparty operates in and its credit quality, according to the proposed framework.

Wall Street is gaining greater influence over crypto as hedge funds and asset managers replace retail traders as key market forces. Institutional investors accounted for 72% of spot trading on Wintermutes OTC desk in the first half of 2026. Derivatives, ETFs and structured products are reshaping market liquidity and volatility.

India's crude oil import bill rose significantly in early 2026-27. Higher global oil prices and supply disruptions increased costs for refiners. Russia remained India's largest crude oil supplier during this period. The nation imports most of its annual crude oil consumption. This dependence makes India vulnerable to global price fluctuations.

A 14-year-old Canadian student won gold for Veino, a wearable device that detects IV leaks early, aiming to make hospital treatment safer for patients.

Will your UPI transactions soon be chargeable? That's the question on the minds of users since a bill cleared Lok Sabha allowing banks to charge merchants with a fee.

The box office is all about spectacle now, with the biggest hits having a larger-than-life canvas. But the Hindi film industry, including big production houses, is thinking small instead

Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana provides a favorable tax regime for parents budgeting for their daughters. Only resident Indian girls aged below ten qualify to open these accounts. The investment period spans fifteen years, with the account lasting twenty-one years.

The US Department of Homeland Security will require businesses hiring foreign workers under H-1B and L-1 visas to pay new biometric screening fees for extension applications, starting September 9. This adds significant costs for companies and may affect hiring decisions.