CCI approves Currant Sea Investments’ acquisition of stake in IDFC First Bank

The Competition Commission of India (CCI) on Tuesday approved the proposed acquisition of up to 9.99 per cent of the paid-up share capital of IDFC First Bank by Current Sea Investments BV. The transaction involves Currant Sea Investments B.V. subscribing to 81,26,94,722 compulsorily convertible cumulative preference shares (CCPS) of IDFC First Bank. This will result…

Bank Deposit Slowdown: As borrowers await June 6 RBI rate decision, lenders stare at a new challenge—Muted credit growth a silver lining!

RBI Rate Decision, MPC June 6 Review, Bank Deposit Growth: Deposit growth in the country’s commercial banks slowed to 10.6 per cent in the financial year ended March 31, 2025, marking a decline of 240 basis points (bps) compared with the corresponding period a year ago, Reserve Bank of India (RBI) data shows. Many analysts…

India-US trade deal likely soon despite strategic tensions: US Commerce Secretary

At the US-India Strategic Partnership Forum Summit 2025, US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick acknowledged past friction in India-US relations due to India’s purchase of Russian military gear and participation in BRICS, which challenges US dollar dominance. | Photo Credit: REUTERS/Leah Millis India did certain things, like buying military gear from Russia and aligning with BRICS…

Kamal Haasan Controversy 2025: A Deep Dive into the Latest Uproar

Introduction Kamal Haasan, the legendary actor-politician, is no stranger to controversies. In 2025, he found himself embroiled in yet another major dispute that sparked nationwide debates. This blog provides a detailed, unbiased analysis of the Kamal Haasan 2025 controversy, covering its origins, key developments, public reactions, and political implications. What Sparked the Kamal Haasan 2025…

Kamal Haasan