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29 Jan

Ujjivan Small Finance Bank launches ‘EZY’ to strengthen digital banking for retail customers

Business BureauBusiness

Ujjivan Small Finance Bank has announced the launch of Ujjivan EZY, its upgraded mobile and internet banking platform, marking a key milestone in the Bank’s digital-first strategy. Designed exclusively for retail customers, the unified platform offers a secure, intuitive and personalised banking experience across mobile and web channels. Available in nine languages, EZY brings together over 200 banking features, including more than 90 newly introduced capabilities. Built on a next-generation microservices architecture, the platform enhances speed, scalability and system resilience, enabling faster rollout of new services and improved responsiveness to customer needs. The platform integrates core banking services such as…

29 Jan

Startup Push in Mizoram: CM Introduces Venture Capital Fund

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma has introduced the Bana Kaih (Hand Holding) Venture Capital Fund along with the Startup Readiness Level (SRL) framework as part of the state's Startup Mission. This initiative was unveiled during a function celebrating National Startup Day – Mizoram Edition, held at Aijal Club. The event was attended by several ministers, including Dr. Vanlalthlana, F. Rodingliana, and Lalnghinglova Hmar, all emphasizing the importance of supporting local entrepreneurs. The Chief Minister highlighted the historical challenges faced by aspiring entrepreneurs in Mizoram, such as insufficient support and mentorship, which hindered the growth of innovative ideas. The Bana Kaih Venture…

29 Jan

Tripura Launches Learning Labs to Boost Technology-Driven School Education

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha inaugurated Personalised Adaptive Learning Labs in 210 schools across the state, aiming to enhance technology-enabled, science-based education. Addressing attendees at Maharani Tulsibati Higher Secondary Girls' School in Agartala, he highlighted that around 64,000 students would benefit from this initiative, which he termed as a key development for improving educational quality in Tripura. The introduction of this system is part of the government's broader strategy to convert Tripura into an education hub by establishing new colleges and universities. Furthermore, Saha emphasized the importance of blending science education with cultural awareness, urging students to embrace their heritage.…

28 Jan

BJP Government’s Tribal-Focused Initiatives Gain Strong Public Support in Sabroom

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on January 28 said that the BJP-led “double-engine” government is fully committed to the all-round development of the state’s tribal society, which he said had remained neglected for many years under previous administrations. Addressing a public meeting in Sabroom, the Chief Minister said democracy becomes meaningful only when common people are empowered and actively involved in governance. He stated that for decades, the concerns and needs of tribal communities were not given due importance, resulting in gaps in development and access to welfare benefits. Saha said the present government, under the leadership of the Bharatiya…

28 Jan

Vanlalvena Seeks Funds to Expand Aizawl–Sairang Road

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Mizoram’s lone Rajya Sabha member K Vanlalvena has urged the Union government to allocate funds for a proposed railway line from Sairang, near Aizawl, to the India–Myanmar border in the 2026–27 Union Budget. The appeal was made on January 27 during a meeting of floor leaders of all parties ahead of the Budget Session of Parliament. According to an official statement, Vanlalvena said that a preliminary survey for the rail project, which aims to connect Sairang with the southern tip of Mizoram and onward to Myanmar, has already been completed. He requested the Centre to move the project forward by…

28 Jan

Bandhan Bank lowers MAB for standard savings account to Rs 2,000 from February 1

Business BureauBusiness

On the occasion of India’s 77th Republic Day, Bandhan Bank announced a reduction in the Monthly Average Balance (MAB) requirement for its Standard Savings Account, reaffirming its focus on inclusive and customer-friendly banking. The bank said the MAB has been lowered from ₹5,000 to ₹2,000, with effect from February 1, 2026, while all existing product features and benefits will remain unchanged. The move is aimed at making formal banking more affordable and accessible, particularly for customers in semi-urban and rural areas. By easing the balance requirement, the bank hopes to reduce financial pressure on account holders and allow more individuals…

28 Jan

Extremely Dangerous Times: Raghuram Rajan Flags Key Priorities for Budget 2026

editorBusiness

As the Union Budget 2026-27 approaches, former RBI Governor Raghuram Rajan has called for a long-term, reform-driven economic strategy to steer India through what he described as “extremely dangerous times.” Speaking ahead of the February 1 budget, Rajan said fiscal planning must go beyond annual targets and focus on building resilience, reducing vulnerabilities and sustaining growth.He stressed that the budget should be aligned with a broader vision that makes India more independent yet globally attractive, warning against excessive reliance on a few markets or entities. Rajan highlighted opportunities and risks from technologies such as artificial intelligence and underlined the need…

28 Jan

US Dollar falls to a four-year low and Donald Trump is happy about it

Purbalee DuttaBusiness

The US Dollar index recorded its sharpest one-day fall since April last year, when President Donald Trump’s tariff-related comments unsettled markets, slipping to levels last seen in February 2022. Trump remarked that he preferred the currency to find its own natural level, calling it a fair approach, but also suggested he had the ability to influence its direction. “I could make it rise or fall like a yo-yo,” he said, implying possible intervention. The decline in the Dollar on Tuesday occurred despite factors that typically support the currency, including rising government bond yields and strong expectations that the Federal Open…

28 Jan

Mizoram Govt Pushes Multilingual Education with Monthly Hindi-Speaking Day in Schools

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

The Mizoram government has decided to introduce a Hindi-speaking day in all schools across the state as part of its efforts to improve students’ ability to speak and understand the language. The initiative will be implemented once every month and will apply to both government and private schools. Announcing the decision, School Education Minister Vanlalthansai said the programme will be carried out under the supervision of the state School Education Department. On the designated day, students and teachers will be encouraged to speak and converse only in Hindi during school hours. Addressing a press conference, the minister said the main…

28 Jan

India Energy Week strengthens global energy partnerships, says Chowna Mein

Banasree SarkarArunachal Pradesh

As the world's fastest-growing major economy, India is seeing a consistent and continuous increase in demand for energy goods while also becoming a dependable global energy partner, according to Arunachal Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein. In a social media post, Mein highlighted India's rising prominence in the global energy scene by stating that, as the world's fastest-growing major economy, the country's growing industrial base, expanding infrastructure, and rising consumption demands all contribute to the country's steadily rising demand for energy products. The deputy chief minister noted that India is in a unique position to contribute to global energy security,…