# rbi (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 4 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover rbi. Page: Feed: --- ## [PNB inks pact with Indian Army to offer curated credit cards to army personnel](https://www.cnbctv18.com/personal-finance/pnb-inks-pact-with-indian-army-to-offer-curated-credit-cards-to-army-personnel-19975085.htm) _2026-08-23 · PTI · Personal Finance News in CNBCTV18, Personal Finance Latest News, Personal Finance News_ Under the partnership, PNB will offer the PNB LUXURA Metal Credit Card for Army officers and the PNB Parakram Credit Card for Junior Commissioned Officers (JCOs) and other ranks personnel. ## [US-Iran War Live Updates: Iran says Strait of Hormuz to Stay shut until US meets commitments](https://www.cnbctv18.com/world/us-iran-war-live-updates-president-donald-trump-iran-conflict-economic-pressure-us-allies-tehran-strait-of-hormuz-sanctions-scott-bessent-peace-talks-deal-liveblog-19975035.htm) _2026-08-23 · Gareema Bangad · Latest News in CNBCTV18, Latest Latest News, Latest News_ Iran's top security official Mohsen Rezaei warned that Tehran will consider any country joining the US economic war against Iran an "enemy" and target its interests. He urged neighbouring countries to stay out of the conflict, warning that Iran could strike their interests if they refuse. ## [The 'cortisol cocktail' trend is everywhere. Does it actually lower your cortisol?](https://www.cnbctv18.com/lifestyle/healthcare/the-cortisol-cocktail-trend-is-everywhere-does-it-actually-lower-your-cortisol-19975055.htm) _2026-08-23 · Asmita Pant · Latest News in CNBCTV18, Latest Latest News, Latest News_ Wellness trend or electrolyte solution? A popular wellness drink, marketed to treat "adrenal fatigue," is actually an electrolyte drink, not a hormone treatment. The Endocrine Society states "adrenal fatigue" does not exist. Here's the truth behind the "cortisol cocktail" and its unproven claims. ## [How India's free 'Flybraries' are turning idle airport time into reading hours](https://www.cnbctv18.com/travel/how-indias-free-flybraries-are-turning-idle-airport-time-into-reading-hours-19975045.htm) _2026-08-23 · Asmita Pant · Latest News in CNBCTV18, Latest Latest News, Latest News_ A Flybrary is a complimentary, community-powered public bookshelf stationed directly inside airport passenger lounges. The Ministry of Civil Aviation and AAI have expanded the initiative to dozens of regional and metro terminals across the country. ## [US, Canada fall deeper into trade war with new tariffs as talks collapse](https://www.cnbctv18.com/world/us-canada-fall-deeper-into-trade-war-with-new-tariffs-as-talks-collapse-19975048.htm) _2026-08-23 · PTI · Latest News in CNBCTV18, Latest Latest News, Latest News_ Each side blamed the other for the collapse of negotiations in Washington late Friday, leading the US to impose 50% tariffs on USD 20 billion worth of Canadian goods and Canada setting September 8 as the start of its retaliatory penalties. ## [AIAPGET 2026: Why NTA ordered retest for 49 candidates, suspended Eduquity](https://www.cnbctv18.com/education/aiapget-2026-national-testing-agency-nta-ordered-retest-for-49-candidates-suspended-eduquity-jaipur-exam-glitch-19975043.htm) _2026-08-23 · Gareema Bangad · Latest News in CNBCTV18, Latest Latest News, Latest News_ The affected candidates appeared at Shri Satya Sai PG College in Jaipur, where 192 candidates took the examination. Of these, 49 could not complete the exam due to a power failure at the centre, which the NTA attributed to M/s Eduquity Career Technologies Private Limited, the exam conducting agency. ## [Panama-flagged bulk carrier sinks in Bay of Bengal off Odisha; 24 crew onboard, 2 rescued](https://www.cnbctv18.com/india/panama-flagged-bulk-carrier-sinks-in-bay-of-bengal-off-odisha-24-crew-onboard-2-rescued-19975040.htm) _2026-08-23 · PTI · Latest News in CNBCTV18, Latest Latest News, Latest News_ The bulk carrier, MV Ocean Winner, was carrying ”20 Chinese, three Myanmarese and one Bangladeshi” on board, an ICG spokesperson said. The ship was carrying iron ore from Odisha, officials had earlier said, adding that "The ship left the Odisha coast on Friday." ## [India’s fabless dream hits the commercial reality wall](https://www.livemint.com/industry/india-fabless-chip-startups-scale-11787309223555.html) _2026-08-23 · mint - industry_ Homegrown chip startups are getting silicon out of the lab, but overcoming foreign IP costs and reluctant OEMs will take more than policy mandates. ## [Nvidia customers notified about AI-related price hikes above 15%](https://www.cnbctv18.com/business/nvidia-customers-notified-about-ai-related-price-hikes-above-15-pc-19975038.htm) _2026-08-23 · Gareema Bangad · Latest News in CNBCTV18, Latest Latest News, Latest News_ The price hikes will take effect on systems shipped early next year and will impact systems including those with the flagship Vera Rubin and Grace Blackwell chips. The increases will depend on the generation of Nvidia chips and the memory configurations ## [Trump stock disclosure shows more than 1,000 trades in June](https://www.cnbctv18.com/market/trump-stock-disclosure-shows-more-than-1000-trades-in-june-19975033.htm) _2026-08-23 · Gareema Bangad · Latest News in CNBCTV18, Latest Latest News, Latest News_ The transactions totalled between $78.1 million and $263.1 million in the filing published by the US Office of Government Ethics, which shows a range for each transaction rather than exact numbers. ## [Countdown to Getting Paid (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/xIfNYsCYpSO4) _2026-08-23 · **Sponsored**_ Create a shareable wallet timer — deposits buy back time and pay debt down ## [Mint Explainer | Why a parliamentary panel is pushing for a ‘nano’ business category](https://www.livemint.com/industry/explainer-parliamentary-committee-msme-industry-nano-micro-business-11787306163312.html) _2026-08-23 · mint - industry_ The committee says the existing micro category is too broad to distinguish between subsistence-level household businesses and larger micro enterprises. ## [Why the gaming industry is facing a slowdown after the post-pandemic boom](https://www.livemint.com/industry/why-the-gaming-industry-is-facing-a-slowdown-after-the-post-pandemic-boom-11787314820943.html) _2026-08-23 · mint - industry_ From a mergers-and-acquisitions frenzy to studio closures, publishers are scaling back as post-pandemic growth in the gaming industry stalls and costs soar. ## [India seeks to pool chipmakers’ demand for better foundry terms: Meity secretary S. Krishnan](https://www.livemint.com/industry/india-chipmakers-pool-demand-global-foundries-meity-11787072624535.html) _2026-08-23 · mint - industry_ The government is working to help Indian semiconductor chip companies negotiate better terms with global chip manufacturing plants, while also rethinking capital, IP and market support to help them scale. ## [Heavy rains likely in Assam, Jharkhand; orange alert in Odisha, Chhattisgarh](https://www.cnbctv18.com/india/environment/heavy-rains-likely-in-assam-jharkhand-orange-alert-in-odisha-chhattisgarh-19974994.htm) _2026-08-23 · CNBCTV18.com · Latest News in CNBCTV18, Latest Latest News, Latest News_ The IMD has forecast heavy to very heavy rainfall at isolated places over Odisha and Chhattisgarh on Sunday, with heavy rain likely across several other states. ## [Hull City stun Manchester United as Carrick’s dream start hits an early roadblock](https://www.cnbctv18.com/sports/hull-city-stun-manchester-united-as-carricks-dream-start-hits-an-early-roadblock-19975027.htm) _2026-08-22 · Tarkesh Jha · Latest News in CNBCTV18, Latest Latest News, Latest News_ The result came as a sharp contrast to the optimism surrounding United after Carrick’s impressive turnaround last season. Having replaced Ruben Amorim in January, Carrick guided the club from mid-table to a third-place finish, collecting 39 points from 17 league matches, more than any other side during that period. ## [US-Iran War Highlights: Iran wants to make agreement, just not the right one, says Trump](https://www.cnbctv18.com/world/us-iran-war-live-updates-trump-vance-economic-pressure-deal-west-asia-oil-strait-of-hormuz-liveblog-19974849.htm) _2026-08-22 · Shloka Badkar · Latest News in CNBCTV18, Latest Latest News, Latest News_ US President Donald Trump says Iran does not want to make an agreement with the terms he considers necessary, while US Vice-President said the war has entered a phase were US' economic pressure on Iran is the most effective tool. US Treasury Secretary said the country would impose the toughest sanctions on Iran ever. ## [NIA raids 10 locations in Jammu and Kashmir in cross-border terror conspiracy case](https://www.cnbctv18.com/india/nia-raids-10-locations-in-jammu-and-kashmir-in-cross-border-terror-conspiracy-case-19975022.htm) _2026-08-22 · PTI · Latest News in CNBCTV18, Latest Latest News, Latest News_ The NIA on Saturday conducted searches at 10 locations in Jammu and Kashmir in connection with a crossborder terror conspiracy case involving Pakistanbased handlers and a network of local Over Ground Workers (OGWs) allegedly providing logistical and other support to infiltrated terrorists. ## [Gujarat spurious liquor tragedy: Two more succumb, death toll rises to 11](https://www.cnbctv18.com/india/gujarat-spurious-liquor-tragedy-two-more-succumb-death-toll-rises-to-11-19975019.htm) _2026-08-22 · PTI · Latest News in CNBCTV18, Latest Latest News, Latest News_ According to officials, 67 persons had consumed the liquor containing methanol, a highly toxic substance. “Four persons are currently undergoing treatment, while 28 others who were admitted in various hospitals have been discharged. ## [Pak govt accuses ex-PM Imran Khan's party of violating SC order on his hospital transfer](https://www.cnbctv18.com/world/pak-govt-accuses-ex-pm-imran-khans-party-of-violating-sc-order-on-his-hospital-transfer-19975015.htm) _2026-08-22 · PTI · Latest News in CNBCTV18, Latest Latest News, Latest News_ Speaking to the media, Information Minister Attaullah Tarar said the heavy presence of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf workers outside the private Shifa International Hospital forced the government to move 73-year-old Khan to the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS). ## [Maharashtra FDA suspends Mumbai Cricket Association’s BKC food licence over safety violations](https://www.cnbctv18.com/india/maharashtra-fda-suspends-mumbai-cricket-associations-bkc-food-licence-over-safety-violations-19975012.htm) _2026-08-22 · Jomy Jos Pullokaran · Latest News in CNBCTV18, Latest Latest News, Latest News_ Following the suspension, the MCA Club has shut all food and beverage services and restaurants at the facility until further notice. ## [Non-Custodial Crypto Gateway (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/uUUEl9BJL6va) _2026-08-22 · **Sponsored**_ Accept multi-chain crypto, automated fee handling, and trustless escrow with real-time settlement. ## [Where Indians are headed for the Rakshabandhan and Janmashtami long weekends](https://www.cnbctv18.com/travel/where-indians-are-headed-for-the-rakshabandhan-and-janmashtami-long-weekends-19974976.htm) _2026-08-22 · Asmita Pant · Latest News in CNBCTV18, Latest Latest News, Latest News_ Accommodation search data from Agoda, tracked between May 1 and July 31, suggests that travellers are gravitating toward monsoon landscapes, short-haul international flights, and heritage hubs that work well for quick breaks. ## [FIR registered against Abhijeet Dipke for 'entering govt school without permission, threatening teachers'](https://www.cnbctv18.com/india/politics/fir-registered-against-abhijeet-dipke-for-entering-govt-school-without-permission-threatening-teachers-19975010.htm) _2026-08-22 · PTI · Latest News in CNBCTV18, Latest Latest News, Latest News_ The First Information Report (FIR) was registered at Ausa police station on a complaint filed by Sayyed Shamshadbano Khairatali (53), a teacher at a Zilla Parishad Urdu school. ## [No peace without dialogue among communities, says Manipur CM Y Khemchand Singh](https://www.cnbctv18.com/india/politics/no-peace-without-dialogue-among-communities-says-manipur-cm-y-khemchand-singh-19975007.htm) _2026-08-22 · PTI · Latest News in CNBCTV18, Latest Latest News, Latest News_ Manipur Chief Minister Y Khemchand Singh on Saturday said there can be no peace in the state without dialogue among communities and stressed that development cannot be achieved without restoring peace. ## [Cong following Vande Mataram version decided by Mahatma Gandhi, Patel, says Kharge](https://www.cnbctv18.com/india/cong-following-vande-mataram-version-decided-by-mahatma-gandhi-patel-says-kharge-19975004.htm) _2026-08-22 · PTI · Latest News in CNBCTV18, Latest Latest News, Latest News_ Mallikarjun Kharge accused the Modi government of "politics of polarisation" over Vande Mataram, citing historical decisions by national leaders. He also condemned denial of Telangana CM's US trip. ## [Pinarayi Vijayan rejects CPI demand for deputy LoP post in Keralam Assembly](https://www.cnbctv18.com/india/politics/pinarayi-vijayan-rejects-cpi-demand-for-deputy-lop-post-in-keralam-assembly-19975001.htm) _2026-08-22 · PTI · Latest News in CNBCTV18, Latest Latest News, Latest News_ Responding to questions about the CPI’s repeated demand, Vijayan said appointing the new deputy Leader of Opposition only required him to send a letter to the Assembly Speaker and made it clear that he would recommend a CPI (M) leader for the post. ## [Will consider requests by subsidiaries of cos for relaxed FDI norms at relevant time: Govt sources](https://www.cnbctv18.com/economy/will-consider-requests-by-subsidiaries-of-cos-for-relaxed-fdi-norms-at-relevant-time-govt-sources-19974991.htm) _2026-08-22 · Asmita Pant · Economy News in CNBCTV18, Economy Latest News, Economy News_ India considers relaxing FDI norms, removing ₹5,000 crore cap, and fast-tracking large investments up to ₹15,000 crore. ## [India draws $72.85 billion in forex inflows, FCNR(B) deposits top $65 billion, says RBI](https://www.livemint.com/industry/banking/india-draws-72-85-billion-in-forex-inflows-fcnr-b-deposits-top-65-billion-says-rbi-11787396641948.html) _2026-08-22 · mint - industry_ Forex inflows mobilised under the Reserve Bank of India's special USD-INR swap facility reached USD 72.85 billion as of August 21 with FCNR(B) deposits accounting for the bulk of the funds raised under the scheme ## [Bank holiday today: Check if SBI, HDFC, ICICI are open or closed on Saturday, August 22 — RBI calendar here](https://www.livemint.com/industry/banking/bank-holiday-today-check-if-sbi-hdfc-icici-are-open-or-closed-on-saturday-august-22-rbi-calendar-here-11787360514756.html) _2026-08-22 · mint - industry_ All private and public-sector banks in India will remain closed today, August 22, as it is the fourth Saturday of the month. Check the date for next bank holiday. ## [Small towns see gig hiring hustle for festive season, but pay gap persists](https://www.livemint.com/industry/festive-season-consumer-retail-gig-worker-hiring-pay-gap-quess-apna-co-shopping-ecommerce-quick-commerce-11787222469594.html) _2026-08-22 · mint - industry_ As India Inc looks to smaller towns to power festive sales, hiring of gig and blue-collar workers is rising. But a sizeable pay divide persists: workers beyond the metros can earn 25–30% less by some estimates, even as companies struggle to find enough hands. ## [Raksha Bandhan 2026: Is there a lunar eclipse on Rakhi? Know muhurat and sutak](https://www.cnbctv18.com/lifestyle/culture/raksha-bandhan-2026-is-there-a-lunar-eclipse-on-rakhi-know-muhurat-and-sutak-19974639.htm) _2026-08-21 · Puja Menon · Latest News in CNBCTV18, Latest Latest News, Latest News_ The lunar eclipse falls on Raksha Bandhan, but it will not be visible in India; here’s what it means for Rakhi rituals, Sutak and Bhadra. ## [Accept your Doppler invite (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/oHDxwe89wPwd) _2026-08-21 · **Sponsored**_ Create your Doppler account using the invite code you received. ## [From heirloom to haute: How Indian designers are reviving India’s luxury weaves](https://www.cnbctv18.com/lifestyle/from-heirloom-to-haute-how-indian-designers-are-reviving-indias-luxury-weaves-19974837.htm) _2026-08-21 · Asmita Pant · Latest News in CNBCTV18, Latest Latest News, Latest News_ For decades, India’s heritage weaves were culturally priceless but commercially undervalued. Now, designers such as Amit Aggarwal and Richa Maheshwari are recalibrating the proposition, moving heritage textiles beyond occasion wear and into contemporary wardrobes. The shift is turning craftsmanship, provenance and regional identity into luxury assets and offering consumers a more considered way to… ## [As Manoj Bajpayee steps into Gandhi’s shoes, other actors who brought the Mahatma to life on screen](https://www.cnbctv18.com/photos/entertainment/as-manoj-bajpayee-steps-into-gandhis-shoes-other-actors-who-brought-the-mahatma-to-life-on-screen-19974414.htm) _2026-08-21 · Asmita Pant · Latest News in CNBCTV18, Latest Latest News, Latest News_ Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi remains one of the most interpreted historical figures in cinema and television. Following the announcement that Manoj Bajpayee will portray the leader in Sudhir Mishra’s upcoming feature film centered on the 1947 Calcutta fast, here is a look back at other actors who captured his philosophy, voice, and complex humanity across film and streaming. ## [Mumbai stray dogs to get QR-coded collars for digital tracking](https://www.cnbctv18.com/india/mumbai-stray-dogs-to-get-qr-coded-collars-for-digital-tracking-19974588.htm) _2026-08-21 · CNBCTV18.com · Latest News in CNBCTV18, Latest Latest News, Latest News_ The BMC said that the QR-coded collars will make it easier to identify vaccinated and sterilised dogs while improving digital recording and tracking. ## [Student well-being plummets in senior grades, girls bear higher burden: Study](https://www.cnbctv18.com/photos/education/student-well-being-plummets-in-senior-grades-girls-bear-higher-burden-study-19974720.htm) _2026-08-21 · Asmita Pant · Latest News in CNBCTV18, Latest Latest News, Latest News_ IC3 Institute study reveals sharp mental health decline in Indian students. Well-being drops from 62% in Grade 8 to 43% in Grade 12, with low therapy use. ## [NPS Vatsalya: How much should you save every month for your child](https://www.cnbctv18.com/personal-finance/nps-vatsalya-how-much-should-you-save-every-month-for-your-child-19974548.htm) _2026-08-21 · CNBCTV18.com · Latest News in CNBCTV18, Latest Latest News, Latest News_ Announced in the Union Budget 2024-25, NPS Vatsalya is an investment scheme for minors and is regulated by the Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA). ## [US Supreme Court allows Trump to continue White House ballroom construction for now](https://www.cnbctv18.com/world/supreme-court-allows-trump-white-house-ballroom-construction-19974839.htm) _2026-08-21 · Swapnil Deshpande · Latest News in CNBCTV18, Latest Latest News, Latest News_ Chief Justice John Roberts temporarily stayed a lower court order that would have halted construction of President Donald Trump’s controversial White House ballroom while a legal challenge continues. ## [India’s informal sector shrinks in June quarter as businesses fall 5.4%, employment drops 9.7%](https://www.cnbctv18.com/economy/indias-informal-sector-shrinks-in-june-quarter-as-businesses-fall-5-4-employment-drops-9-7-19974834.htm) _2026-08-21 · prashanth perumal · Economy News in CNBCTV18, Economy Latest News, Economy News_ The decline was sharper in rural India, where employment fell 13.4% from the March quarter. Despite the sequential drop, both businesses and jobs remained higher year-on-year. ## [AI has changed enterprise strategy. Now it's changing workplace strategy: Karan Virwani, MD & CEO, WeWork India](https://www.cnbctv18.com/technology/ai-has-changed-enterprise-strategy-now-its-changing-workplace-strategy-karan-virwani-md-ceo-wework-india-19974830.htm) _2026-08-21 · Asmita Pant · Latest News in CNBCTV18, Latest Latest News, Latest News_ AI has already transformed enterprise strategy. Workplace strategy is now catching up. The organisations that will lead over the next decade will not necessarily be those with the largest real estate portfolios, but those whose workplaces give them the speed, agility and resilience to keep pace with continuous change. ## [Bengaluru airport UDF falls, but new projects will add to passenger charges](https://www.livemint.com/industry/bengaluru-airport-udf-falls-new-projects-will-add-to-passenger-charges-11787323704921.html) _2026-08-21 · mint - industry_ The air services tariff regulator Aera has cut Bengaluru airport's user development fee sharply and introduced a first-ever charge on arriving passengers, but built in a mechanism to add fresh charges as three major expansion projects come online through 2030-31. ## [India's downstream gas regulator approves LPG pipeline infrastructure worth $731 million](https://www.cnbctv18.com/business/indias-downstream-gas-regulator-approves-lpg-pipeline-infrastructure-worth-731-million-19974777.htm) _2026-08-21 · Reuters · Latest News in CNBCTV18, Latest Latest News, Latest News_ India's downstream petroleum and gas regulator said on Friday it has approved the laying of about 1,800 km of LPG pipeline infrastructure at an estimated investment of 70 billion rupees ($731.49 million). ## [The Meta social media trial that could change Instagram forever](https://www.cnbctv18.com/technology/the-meta-social-media-trial-that-could-change-instagram-forever-19974750.htm) _2026-08-21 · Asmi.Saxena · Latest News in CNBCTV18, Latest Latest News, Latest News_ Meta is facing a US trial that could go beyond a potential financial hit and force changes to how Facebook and Instagram are designed. States are challenging features such as infinite scroll, autoplay and algorithmic feeds, while Meta warns of a potentially trillion-dollar penalty. A ruling against the company could also reshape how other social media platforms operate. ## [TN wants existing freeze on LS seats to continue, not fair delimitation, says Minister](https://www.cnbctv18.com/india/tn-wants-existing-freeze-on-ls-seats-to-continue-not-fair-delimitation-says-minister-19974771.htm) _2026-08-21 · PTI · Latest News in CNBCTV18, Latest Latest News, Latest News_ The Tamil Nadu government wanted the existing freeze capping Lok Sabha seats at 543 nationally and 39 in the state, and not fair delimitation, Minister Aadhav Arjuna said on Friday. ## [US-Iran War Live Updates: China renews call for US-Iran dialogue amid sanctions threat](https://www.cnbctv18.com/world/us-iran-war-live-updates-scott-bessent-trump-sanctions-china-oman-naval-blockade-yemen-hijack-crude-oil-liveblog-19974162.htm) _2026-08-21 · Gautham.Krishna · Latest News in CNBCTV18, Latest Latest News, Latest News_ US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent warns of "toughest sanctions" on Iran, threatening "tremendous consequences" for countries with economic ties. China and Iran criticize the move. Oman rejects escal ## [AI will expand opportunity for Indian IT firms, but business models will have to evolve: Snowflake India MD](https://www.cnbctv18.com/business/ai-expand-opportunity-indian-it-firms-business-models-evolve-snowflake-19974768.htm) _2026-08-21 · Swapnil Deshpande · Latest News in CNBCTV18, Latest Latest News, Latest News_ AI is reshaping India's IT services industry, pushing companies towards outcome-based engagements while opening new opportunities in data engineering, specialised skills and enterprise AI. Snowflake India MD Vijayant Rai says traditional system integrators can benefit as enterprises move AI from experimentation to production, but firms will need to adapt their business models and focus more… ## [India makes millions of phones. Now it wants to make more of what goes into them](https://www.cnbctv18.com/technology/india-mobile-manufacturing-2-0-mpms-ecms-semicon-2-global-champions-19974655.htm) _2026-08-21 · Swapnil Deshpande · Latest News in CNBCTV18, Latest Latest News, Latest News_ India’s next mobile manufacturing push is about more than assembling phones. Industry leaders say local components, semiconductors, R&D and Indian brands will determine whether domestic value addition can rise to 35-40%. ## [India's UPI story isn't over: Why credit and AI could drive the next phase of India's fintech boom](https://www.cnbctv18.com/technology/upi-not-saturated-ai-digital-credit-embedded-finance-india-fintech-wave-19974744.htm) _2026-08-21 · Swapnil Deshpande · Latest News in CNBCTV18, Latest Latest News, Latest News_ UPI still has room to grow despite its massive scale, but industry leaders say the bigger opportunity now lies in building credit, AI-powered lending and embedded finance on top of India's digital payment rails. ## [Tamil Nadu unveils major power reforms: 50,000 new agriculture connections, over 12,500 jobs](https://www.cnbctv18.com/india/tamil-nadu-unveils-major-power-reforms-50000-new-agriculture-connections-over-12500-jobs-19974760.htm) _2026-08-21 · Tarkesh Jha · Latest News in CNBCTV18, Latest Latest News, Latest News_ During the demands for grants to his department, the Minister told the House that a total of 50,000 new agricultural electricity connections across Tamil Nadu will be provided during 2026–2027. ## [Bitcoin heads for best weekly gain in three years as crypto rally gathers pace](https://www.cnbctv18.com/market/cryptocurrency/bitcoin-heads-for-best-weekly-gain-in-three-years-as-crypto-rally-gathers-pace-19974724.htm) _2026-08-21 · Sheersh Kapoor · Latest News in CNBCTV18, Latest Latest News, Latest News_ Bitcoin is on track for its strongest weekly gain in more than three years, with the cryptocurrency rallying around 23% as lower Treasury yields, strong ETF inflows and a massive short squeeze revive risk appetite. ## [Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand end India’s 15-year wait for a women’s doubles World Championships medal](https://www.cnbctv18.com/sports/treesa-jolly-and-gayatri-gopichand-end-indias-15-year-wait-for-a-womens-doubles-world-championships-medal-19974726.htm) _2026-08-21 · Tarkesh Jha · Latest News in CNBCTV18, Latest Latest News, Latest News_ The Indian duo recovered from losing the opening game to clinch a 16-21, 21-15, 21-13 victory, sealing India’s first women’s doubles medal at the World Championships since Ashwini Ponnappa and Jwala Gutta won bronze in 2011. ## [A new India smartphone brand likely next year, as three firms eye sops: Govt](https://www.livemint.com/industry/indian-smartphone-brands-comeback-mobile-phone-manufacturing-scheme-11787317756865.html) _2026-08-21 · mint - industry_ Union IT minister Ashwini Vaishnaw says three homegrown companies are in talks with the ministry of electronics and IT to apply for incentives under the Mobile Phone Manufacturing Scheme.