In Rajya Sabha, Oppn seeks raise in bank deposit insurance, crack down on spurious cough syrups

In Rajya Sabha, Oppn seeks raise in bank deposit insurance, crack down on spurious cough syrups

In the PMC Bank-like crisis, DICGC had to pay approximately Rs 17,000 crore to lakhs of depositors, he pointed out. "The premium for this insurance (currently 0.12 per cent paid by banks and not charged to customers) should continue to be borne entirely by the banks," without passing any burden to depositors, he said, adding that raising deposit insurance will ensure more faith in the banking system. Dec 3, 2025
Snooping not possible with Sanchar Saathi app: Scindia

Snooping not possible with Sanchar Saathi app: Scindia

The minister stressed that the app has been designed only to protect users, not monitor them. His remarks come at a time when the app has triggered a political debate, after the government directed smartphone manufacturers last week to pre-install Sanchar Saathi on all new devices. Dec 3, 2025
Delhi fog

Delhi air quality nears 'severe' level, multiple spots record AQI above 400

As per CPCB's Sameer app, Delhi's overall AQI stood at 376 around 7 a.m., inching close to the 'severe' threshold and showing a slight increase from Tuesday's average of 372. The reading currently places the national capital's air quality in the 'very poor' category, bordering the hazardous zone. Dec 3, 2025
Gold, silver see strong upswing; Fed decision in focus

MCX gold surges as global markets support rally

Silver also started strong, rising 1.21 per cent to Rs 1,83,799 per kg from Tuesday's close of Rs 1,81,601. During early trade, gold was trading even higher at Rs 1,30,641, up Rs 882 or 0.68 per cent, while silver climbed to Rs 1,84,153 per kg, gaining Rs 2,552 or 1.41 per cent. Dec 3, 2025
Sensex, Nifty open flat as IT and pharma gain

Sensex, Nifty open flat as IT and pharma gain

The Sensex inched up by just 12 points to 85,151, while the Nifty slipped 18 points to 26,014.The Nifty MidCap index managed to rise 0.02 per cent, while the Nifty SmallCap index gained 0.08 per cent after erasing early losses. Dec 3, 2025