RBI’s new disaster loan relief rules explained: Banks can help borrowers automatically; what changes from July 1

Banks will be allowed to extend relief measures to borrowers in calamity-hit areas without waiting for individual requests, under revised Reserve Bank of India guidelines that will come into force from July 1, 2026.The RBI on Wednesday issued fresh directions after considering stakeholder feedback on draft norms covering relief measures in areas affected by natural…

Read More

Thomas Alva Edison: Quote of the day for kids by Thomas Alva Edison: “Genius is one percent inspiration and ninety-nine percent…”

Thomas Alva Edison was one of the greatest inventors in history, who created various useful inventions. Edison held more than a thousand patents for his inventions and invented the light bulb, phonograph, and motion picture camera. Yet, what sets Edison apart is not just his intelligence but also his determination and perseverance. Edison was determined…

Read More

‘Raja Shivaji’ to release in two versions with different runtimes, sells 40,000 tickets as Pune leads advance booking surge – Reports |

‘Raja Shivaji’, slated to hit theatres on May 1, will arrive in both Marathi and Hindi formats, but with a surprising twist. Unlike most multilingual releases where only the language differs, this historical drama will feature distinct runtimes for each version, making it a rare case in Indian cinema.The Hindi version of ‘Raja Shivaji’ received…

Read More

Bengal exit polls 2026: BJP predicted to unseat Mamata Banerjee; TMC staring at setback | India News

Exit polls predict major win for Bengal NEW DELHI: Exit polls for the 2026 West Bengal assembly elections on Wednesday pointed to a dramatic contest, with most several pollsters giving the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) an edge over the incumbent Trinamool Congress (TMC) in the state.According to People’s Pulse, the TMC could emerge ahead with…

Read More

US stock market today (April 29, 2026): Dow, S&P 500 slip ahead of Fed decision; oil surge from Iran war weighs on sentiment

US stocks edged lower on Wednesday as investors awaited the Federal Reserve’s interest rate decision later in the day, while rising crude prices linked to the Iran war kept pressure on market sentiment.The S&P 500 fell 0.2 per cent, a day after retreating from its record high amid weakness in artificial-intelligence stocks and concerns over…

Read More

Why is Quinton de Kock not playing against Sunrisers Hyderabad in Mumbai? | Cricket News

Quinton de Kock misses out against Sunrisers Hyderabad Quinton de Kock has missed today’s match against Sunrisers Hyderabad in Mumbai. Hardik Pandya confirmed that Ryan Rickelton will replace him in tonight’s fixture. Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya won the toss and elected to bat first against Sunrisers Hyderabad at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.During the…

Read More

Optical illusion personality test: Woman’s face or two witches? What you see first reveals if you are highly competitive or humble in nature |

Image credit:The Minds Journal Ever feel like a random internet quiz just read you clearly? Optical illusions are such simple and fun tests that aptly read your true nature. They aren’t just there to mess with your eyes; they’re low-key mirrors for how your brain is wired. What you spot first—before your conscious mind even…

Read More

Shilpa Shetty’s husband Raj Kundra seeks justice in pornography case: ‘If I’m guilty, punish me’ |

Shilpa Shett’s husband, actor and entrepreneur Raj Kundra has been has opened up about the prolonged legal battle he has faced over the past four years in connection with the pornography case.On Wednesday, Raj took to X to share his thoughts, stating that he has endured an extended legal process and is now seeking relief…

Read More

Puducherry exit polls 2026: NDA likely to retain power; Congress, TVK lag in fragmented fight | India News

Puducherry’s 2026 Assembly elections have turned into a closely watched contest, marked by high voter turnout of 89.83 per cent, multiple tight races and the entry of a new political force. The main battle remains between the ruling NDA led by the AINRC–BJP combine and the Congress–DMK-led opposition alliance, while Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam has added…

Read More