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The buzzword “FinTech” first surfaced in the 1990s, when Citicorp—now Citigroup—launched the Financial Services Technology Consortium. The goal was ambitious: to bridge the gap between traditional banks and tech innovators, exploring how emerging technologies could transform finance. Yet, the real FinTech revolution didn’t gain momentum until the early 2000s. This was the era of the internet boom, where digital advancements took center stage, revolutionizing how people accessed, managed, and interacted with financial services. Tools like digital wallets, peer-to-peer lending platforms, and online payment systems became household essentials, reshaping the way money moved. But with great innovation comes equally significant risk.…

Incident Overview In the aftermath of a fatal accident in Dehradun, where six young lives were cut short and one critically injured, police are navigating complex legal grounds as they await input from the victims’ families. The deadly crash, which took place at ONGC Chowk in the early hours, left an Innova severely mangled after colliding with the rear of a container truck. Though no complaints have been filed by the families of the deceased, law enforcement is consulting legal experts to determine the appropriate steps forward, according to The Times of India. Scene of the Accident Photos from the…

Delhi-NCR Cloaked in Smog as Air Quality Worsens to ‘Very Poor’ A dense haze of smog blankets Delhi-NCR, with the air quality hovering in the ‘Very Poor’ category in many areas, according to data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). As winter takes hold, residents awoke to a fog-laden Wednesday morning, reducing visibility in some areas to a mere 100 meters. Current AQI Levels Across Delhi Delhi’s air continues to struggle, mired in high levels of pollution as temperatures drop. The city braces for further decline in air quality as winter progresses.

Finance Minister Payyavula Keshav formally handed copies of Andhra Pradesh’s latest budget to Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu and Deputy Chief Minister K. Pawan Kalyan. Unveiled on Monday, the state budget for the fiscal year 2024-25 stands at an ambitious Rs 2,94,427.25 crore, reflecting a decisive shift towards revamping Andhra Pradesh’s finances. Core priorities include bolstering education, healthcare, rural development, and targeted welfare initiatives. Budget Breakdown Total Outlay:Rs 2.94 lakh crore, of which Rs 2,35,916.99 crore is dedicated to revenue expenditure, and Rs 32,712.84 crore to capital expenditure. This budget is widely viewed as pivotal, aimed at economic resurgence through…

On Thursday, India’s Ministry of External Affairs expressed strong disapproval after Canadian authorities abruptly blocked Australia Today, a prominent diaspora media outlet. This restriction came mere hours after the outlet covered a press conference where External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar met with Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong. Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal addressed the media, stating Canada had blocked the outlet’s access, rendering it inaccessible for viewers within the country. Jaiswal highlighted that Australia Today’s social media pages and other digital platforms had similarly been blocked across Canada, an action taken just an hour or so after the outlet broadcasted…

Mumbai’s Bandra Police recently registered a case after a disturbing threat was made against Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan. The caller, still unidentified, warned of an assassination plot against Khan, demanding ₹50 lakh. This incident marks yet another high-profile security alert in the film industry, following recent threats aimed at actor Salman Khan. The Bandra Police received the call through a police landline, triggering immediate involvement from the Cyber Police Station, which is now assisting with the investigation. Actor’s Safety Under Scrutiny Amid Escalating Threats The case has been filed under Sections 308(4) and 351(3)(4) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.…

Unlike what the polls predicted, this was not a close election. In hindsight, it was never going to be. Here is why Five Reasons Donald Trump Prevailed While Democrats Faltered Contrary to polling predictions, this election was not the close race anticipated. In hindsight, it was never truly up for debate. Here’s why Donald Trump clinched the presidency, leading the Republican Party to a landmark victory. Securing 51% of the popular vote against the Democrats’ 47.5%, Trump is projected to surpass 300 electoral votes, well beyond the 270 required (Associated Press, 8 pm IST, November 6). This marks the first…

As the U.S. presidential race unfolds, former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris remain in a tense showdown. Updated in real-time, here’s the latest on Trump’s state-by-state performance as he vies to retake the White House. With initial results arriving, Trump commands a lead with 230 electoral votes, edging over Harris at 187. Both contenders are locked in a battle for the 270 votes essential to clinch victory in what’s widely regarded as one of the most pivotal elections in recent memory. Trump’s early victories include Missouri, Alabama, West Virginia, Indiana, and Kentucky. In contrast, battleground states such…

Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju officially announced on Tuesday, November 5, the schedule for the forthcoming Winter Session of Parliament. Utilizing the platform X (previously known as Twitter), he revealed that the session is set to commence on November 25 and will extend until December 20, 2024. The Honorable President, acting on the recommendation of the Government of India, has sanctioned the convening of both Houses of Parliament for the Winter Session, slated from November 25 to December 20, 2024, contingent upon the exigencies of parliamentary business, as stated by the Minister. Notably, Rijiju emphasized that on November 26,…

In the upcoming November 5 U.S. presidential election, Democratic nominee Kamala Harris, currently the Vice President, is set to go head-to-head with Republican contender Donald Trump, a former president. US Election 2024 Live: Vice President and Democratic candidate Kamala Harris delivered a fervent speech at Michigan State University’s Jenison Field House in East Lansing on November 3, rallying supporters in the final countdown. As the election nears, both Harris and Trump are intensifying their campaigns, focusing on key battleground states in a last-ditch effort before voting day. On Monday, they will cross paths in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, where both have scheduled…