MUMBAI: RBI has proposed sweeping changes to the kisan credit card (KCC) framework, including the use of central bank digital currency or e-Rupee for farm credit, as part of its draft Commercial Banks–Kisan Credit Card Scheme Directions, 2026, aimed at widening access, improving flexibility, and tightening safeguards for small and marginal farmers.Under the draft directions,…
NEW DELHI: Trinamool Congress leader Manirul Islam on Wednesday said the Election Commission will be “hunted down from the netherworld” and “taught a lesson” as the impasse continues between the Mamata Banerjee-led West Bengal government and poll body over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR).Manirul Islam, threatening the Election Commission of India, is not his first…
Hardeep Singh Puri (PTI image) NEW DELHI: The Congress on Friday demanded the resignation of Union minister Hardeep Singh Puri over his alleged links to the Jeffrey Epstein case, intensifying its attack after the minister acknowledged meeting the disgraced financier several times in a professional capacity.Congress leader Pawan Khera said that the party believes Puri…
Haris Rauf (Agency Photo) Several Pakistani cricketers experienced a disappointing outcome around the 2026 Hundred auction across men and women’s categories, with fast bowler Haris Rauf going unsold and ODI captain Shaheen Shah Afridi withdrawing just before the bidding began. Teams were already expected to be cautious with their overseas slots, which limited opportunities for…
NEW DELHI: India on Tuesday reiterated its call for an “early end to the conflict” in Iran and the wider Gulf region, expressing deep concern over the rapid escalation of hostilities and the mounting civilian toll. The ministry of external affairs (MEA) said the situation, which began deteriorating from February 28, poses serious risks to…
Bangladesh cricketers (ANI Photo) NEW DELHI: Bangladesh’s cricketers are set to return to action in the ongoing Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) 2025–26 after a turbulent day that saw players boycott matches, force administrative action from the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB), and ultimately accept a public apology from controversial director Najmul Islam.Go Beyond The Boundary with…
Virat Kohli hail Dhurandhar 2 (Agency Image) A day after Royal Challengers Bengaluru defeated Chennai Super Kings in IPL 2026, star batter Virat Kohli switched gears off the field and shared his glowing review of the blockbuster film Dhurandhar 2. Taking to social media, Kohli heaped praise on director Aditya Dhar and lead actor Ranveer…
Uttarakhand Tourism launches pan-India roadshow to promote year-round travel Uttarakhand Tourism on Saturday launched its first nationwide integrated roadshow campaign, beginning from New Delhi, with the aim of promoting the state as a year-round tourism destination. The multi-city outreach programme is being held under the guidance of Uttarakhand chief minister Pushkar Singh Dhami and tourism…
London Spirit have confirmed eight international signings as their first recruits ahead of the 2026 edition of The Hundred, underlining the franchise’s intent to build on recent success with proven T20 specialists. Three of the eight — Charlie Dean, Grace Harris and Jamie Overton — represented the side in 2025, while all signings bring extensive…
Afghan skipper Rashid Khan (ANI Photo/Jitender Gupta) Afghanistan kept their Super Eights hopes alive with a five-wicket win over UAE on Monday, but qualification is still out of their hands. After the victory, South Africa moved into the Super Eights from Group D with six points from three matches. New Zealand, who have four points…
