RBI, FIU-IND Sign MoU to Bolster Anti-Money Laundering Efforts

April 17, 2025 10:01 PM April 17, 2025 10:01 PM

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RBI, FIU-IND Sign MoU to Bolster Anti-Money Laundering Efforts

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and Financial Intelligence Unit-India (FIU-IND) today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) as part of continued coordinated efforts in effective implementation of requirements of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act and Rules framed under it. The MoU was signe...

Rohan Bopanna and Ben Shelton exit Bavarian International in doubles quarterfinals

April 17, 2025 9:47 PM April 17, 2025 9:47 PM

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Rohan Bopanna and Ben Shelton exit Bavarian International in doubles quarterfinals

In Tennis, Rohan Bopanna of India and Ben Shelton of the United States were eliminated from the men's doubles quarterfinals at the Bavarian International Championships in Munich, Germany today. The pair lost in straight sets, 6-4, 7-5, to Sander Gillé of Belgium and Jan Zieliński of Poland.   Earlie...

ECB Cuts Interest Rates to 2.25% Amid Slowing Growth, Trade Tensions

April 17, 2025 9:02 PM April 17, 2025 9:02 PM

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ECB Cuts Interest Rates to 2.25% Amid Slowing Growth, Trade Tensions

The European Central Bank, ECB today cut interest rates by 25 basis points to 2.25 percent in response to slowing growth and US President Donald Trump’s tariffs. Explaining the reason for the rate cut, the governing council of the Frankfurt-based bank said the outlook for growth had deteriorated owi...

Kotak Mahindra, IDFC First, PNB Penalized by RBI for Violating Regulatory Guidelines

April 17, 2025 8:59 PM April 17, 2025 8:59 PM

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Kotak Mahindra, IDFC First, PNB Penalized by RBI for Violating Regulatory Guidelines

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) today said it has imposed penalties on Kotak Mahindra Bank, IDFC First Bank, and Punjab National Bank for certain deficiencies in regulatory compliance.   The RBI, in a statement, said a penalty of Rs 61.4 lakh has been imposed on Kotak Mahindra Bank for non-complianc...

Maharashtra Declares DPS Wetland as Flamingo Conservation Reserve in Navi Mumbai

April 17, 2025 8:44 PM April 17, 2025 8:44 PM

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Maharashtra Declares DPS Wetland as Flamingo Conservation Reserve in Navi Mumbai

The Maharashtra State Board of Wildlife (SBWL) today declared the DPS wetland in Navi Mumbai as a Flamingo Conservation Reserve. The decision was taken in a meeting chaired by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and attended by Forest Minister Ganesh Naik as well as senior officials.   Bombay Natural H...

India Shines at World Squash Asia Qualifier: Anahat, Veer & Tanvi Enter Quarterfinals

April 17, 2025 8:35 PM April 17, 2025 8:35 PM

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India Shines at World Squash Asia Qualifier: Anahat, Veer & Tanvi Enter Quarterfinals

In Squash, India made a strong start at the 2025 World Squash Championships Asia Qualifier at Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia today, with Anahat Singh, Veer Chotrani and Tanvi Khanna advancing to the quarterfinals.   Anahat and Veer recorded commanding straight-game wins in their opening-round matches, while...

Free Entry to All ASI-Protected Monuments on World Heritage Day Tomorrow

April 17, 2025 8:16 PM April 17, 2025 8:16 PM

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Free Entry to All ASI-Protected Monuments on World Heritage Day Tomorrow

The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has announced free entry at all ASI-protected monuments across the country on World Heritage Day tomorrow.   The Ministry of Culture in a statement, said that this initiative of ASI aims to encourage visitors to explore the country's rich cultural herita...