RBI’s New Gold Loan Guidelines Set to Transform Lending Landscape in India, ETCFO

New Delhi, The RBI’s latest directions on gold loans will change India’s landscape for this booming lending segment with lenders nimble enough to adjust their business model standing to gain, according to an S&P Global Ratings report released on Thursday. The report is of the view that lenders will have more latitude to offer shorter-tenor loans […]

Lava Storm Lite 5G now available for purchase at launch price of ₹7999

Lava has recently launched its two new mobile phones, the Storm Play and the Storm Lite 5G, under the sub- ₹10,000 price segment. Both models come equipped with MediaTek Dimensity chipsets and offer support for 5G networks. The Storm Play runs on the Dimensity 7050 processor, while the Storm Lite 5G is powered by the Dimensity […]

5 ignored features in washing machines that you must start using right away

Jun 19, 2025 03:12 PM IST Learn about the smart features of the latest washing machines models designed to make your life easier and clothes cleaner. Read on.  Well, we all look at the washing machine as an integral home appliance that helps us clean clothes. However, apart from being a laundry essential, these washing machines […]

Gmail Users, enable 2-Step verification ASAP, says Google — Here’s how

A major security update is rolling out for Gmail users. If you haven’t changed your password or turned on two-step verification yet, do not delay any further. As reported by The Daily Mail, Google has begun alerting Gmail users to secure their accounts as part of a larger push to protect against phishing attacks and rising […]

OnePlus Bullets Wireless Z3 review: Budget neckband with big bass, bigger battery

The sub- ₹2,000 wireless audio segment in India is fiercely competitive, with dozens of brands offering flashy features and bargain prices. But the OnePlus Bullets Wireless Z3, launched at ₹1,699, makes a bold case for itself, not just on specs, but with a fine-tuned balance of performance, comfort and battery life. With features like BassWave tech, […]

FM Sitharaman Urges Fintechs to Combat Cyber Fraud and Enhance Digital Lending, ETCFO

FM Sitharaman asks fintechs to find solutions to prevent digital arrests, cyber frauds NEW DELHI: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Wednesday asked fintech startups to come out with solutions to deal with the rising incidence of digital arrests, cheating by fly-by-night operators, and other kinds of cyber frauds. Speaking at the Digital Payments Awards 2025 ceremony […]

Sebi Eases Capital Market Regulations for Startups and PSUs to Boost Investment, ETCFO

Sebi eases regulations for startup founders and public sector cos to boost capital market Mumbai: The board of India’s capital markets regulator on Wednesday cleared a draft of measures to enable ease of doing business, including allowing startup founders to continue holding employee stock options (Esops) even after listing, extending co-investment opportunities to alternative investment funds, […]