Central Bank of India Q2 FY26 Results: Profit Surges 33% YoY, Asset Quality Strengthens
Central Bank of India reported a standalone net profit of ₹1,212.88 crore for the quarter ended 30 September 2025 (Q2 FY26), marking a 32.86% year-on-year increase. The bank’s asset quality improved with Gross NPA at 3.01% and Net NPA at 0.48%. Total business reached ₹7,37,938 crore, supported by deposit growth and stable margins. The Net…
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Punjab National Bank Q2 FY26 Results: Profit up 14%, Asset Quality Strengthens, Business Crosses ₹27.86 Lakh Crore
Punjab National Bank (PNB) reported a robust financial performance for the quarter and half-year ended 30 September 2025 (Q2/H1 FY26), with notable improvement in profitability, asset quality, and business expansion. The following highlights provide a detailed summary of key metrics across performance segments. Profitability Asset Quality Business Growth Capital and Liquidity Segment and PSL Performance…
Read article Indian Overseas Bank Delivers Record Q2 FY26 Performance with 58% Surge in Net Profit
Indian Overseas Bank (IOB) has reported a record quarterly performance for the unaudited quarter and half year ended 30 September 2025, driven by strong profitability, robust business growth, and continued improvement in asset quality. For Q2 FY26, the bank’s net profit stood at ₹1,226 crore, marking a sharp 57.8% year-on-year (YoY) increase, supported by higher…
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Travel Guidelines for Indian Citizens Visiting Nepal and Bhutan
Planning a trip to Nepal or Bhutan is always special for Indian travellers — two neighbouring countries blessed with natural beauty, cultural depth, and spiritual charm. The best part is that both destinations share deep historical and cultural ties with India, making travel smoother and more welcoming for Indian citizens. However, before you set out…
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GST 2.0: India’s Bold Move to a Two-Slab System — What It Means for You
The Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council has rolled out one of the biggest tax reforms since GST’s launch. On September 3, 2025, the Council announced a simplified two-rate GST structure to replace the existing four slabs. Starting September 22, 2025, GST will primarily operate on just two slabs — 5% and 18%, with a…
External Commercial Borrowings (ECB) Policy – Revision
In consultation with Government of India, the Reserve Bank of India liberaised some aspects of ECB policy including policy on Rupee Denominated Bonds (RDB). According to review of the policy, the eligible borrower companies in manufacturing sector can raise Extranal Commercial Borrowings up to USD 50 million or its equivalent with minimum average maturity period…
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