Download IPFS The UK car finance scandal, once feared to cost lenders up to £44 billion, is now expected to result in compensation claims of less than £18 billion following a key court ruling. While the reduced figure limits the financial damage, millions of motorists may still have paid more[Read More…]

DOWNLOAD IPFS Pakistan’s mutual fund industry has expanded nearly sevenfold in just six years, with assets under management hitting Rs 3.93 trillion by June 2025, according to the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP). The surge reflects a growing appetite for both conventional and Shariah-compliant investments and a stronger[Read More…]

DOWNLOAD IPFS Victoria expands designated renewable energy areas under its 2025 Transmission Plan, increasing land coverage by 200,000 hectares and raising projected grid connection costs to accommodate solar, wind, and battery projects.VicGrid, the state agency responsible for the plan, released the final Transmission Plan to reflect growth in renewable energy[Read More…]

DOWNLOAD IPFS Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves faces mounting scrutiny as she advances a series of fiscal and economic reforms aimed at boosting productivity and addressing long-standing economic challenges. Her policies, including proposed inheritance tax changes and significant budgetary measures, have drawn criticism from both business leaders and farming[Read More…]

DOWNLOAD IPFS The Indian government is considering reducing the Goods and Services Tax (GST) on cars, SUVs, and two-wheelers to stimulate consumer demand and support the automotive industry, according to officials and industry sources. Industry bodies, including the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) and the Federation of Automobile Dealers[Read More…]

DOWNLOAD IPFS The United States has canceled upcoming trade negotiations with India, scheduled for August 25-29, 2025, due to escalating tariff tensions and unresolved trade disputes. The cancellation of the sixth round of trade talks between the U.S. and India, initially planned to take place in New Delhi, has raised[Read More…]

Download IPFS Recent data indicate that digital system outages across U.S. banks and telecommunications providers have caused disruption for consumers over the past year. Millions of Americans experienced temporary loss of access to accounts and services, reflecting the growing reliance on cashless systems. Industry analysts report that outages affected hundreds[Read More…]

Download IPFS New Delhi, India, August 16, 2025: Laxmi India Finance Limited (formerly Laxmi India Finance Private Limited), a prominent Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC), reported strong financial results for the first quarter of FY26, posting a 45.77% year-on-year growth in profit after tax (PAT). The company’s performance reflects robust disbursements,[Read More…]

Download IPFS Australians are spending hundreds of dollars each year on subscription services they rarely use, according to research released by Westpac this week. The study found that three in every 10 Australians lose approximately $600 annually on duplicate or forgotten subscriptions. Westpac’s research also revealed that the average consumer[Read More…]

The Ministry of Finance has instructed Pakistan’s public utility companies to prepare for the adoption of Raast QR codes, a move that could soon transform how millions of citizens pay their bills. Transition from Manual to Digital Payments Currently, utility customers in Pakistan settle bills by manually entering lengthy reference[Read More…]