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Before you subscribe to a credit card, it is vital to understand its key features. Some cards are considered good for shoppers, while others could be ideal for movie goers. There are some credit cards that align with the needs of travellers while some cater to those who prefer to go to fine dining restaurants often.Therefore, before subscribing to a credit card, it is important to understand its key features. Here we list out some of the top five lifestyle cards offered by top banks including HDFC Bank, Kotak Mahindra Bank and Axis Bank.5 famous lifestyle credit cardsI. HDFC Bank Millennia Credit Card: This credit card offers 5…

MUMBAI : The global tariff war will likely impact merger and acquisition (M&A) activity adversely, said Akeel Sachak, partner and global head of consumer at Rothschild & Co., adding that US President Donald Trump’s aggressive stance on tariffs has sparked a broader concern among economies, and it is already reflecting in the way markets have moved.  “Most certainly, I expect the Trump effect to adversely impact M&A as it has made it very difficult for companies to read what the economic prospects might hold and how their own businesses will be affected by the range of different tariff war possibilities…

New Delhi: With conflicts in West Asia showing signs of subsiding, union heavy industries Minister H D Kumaraswamy said state-run Bharat Heavy Electricals Ltd (BHEL) is keen to work in the region once the situation is back to normal. BHEL is closely monitoring crises in the region, including the regime change in Syria and the Israel-Hamas ceasefire, the minister added.“[The company] will be keen to address suitable opportunities in the region once the situation normalises. We are presently actively engaged with prospective customers in Iraq and Israel,” Kumaraswamy said in an exclusive email interview with Mint.While the minister did not…

The companies appeal court on Monday upheld the delisting of ICICI Securities Ltd from the stock exchanges, rejecting challenges by shareholders Quantum Mutual Fund and an individual investor.“All appeals dismissed,” remarked the Delhi bench of the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) while pronouncing its judgment.Quantum Mutual Fund had approached NCLAT in September to oppose ICICI Securities’ delisting, citing concerns over its impact on minority shareholders. Earlier, the Ahmedabad bench of the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) had approved the delisting, dismissing the fund’s objections.ICICI Securities in June 2023 announced its plan to delist and merge with its parent company,…

Ola Electric Mobility Ltd.’s rapid expansion into brick-and-mortar showrooms is running into regulatory trouble.The Bengaluru-based electric scooter maker, once a champion of the digital-only sales model, recently scaled up to 4,000 physical locations since 2022. A Bloomberg News investigation has found that out of roughly 3,400 showrooms for which data is available, a little over 100 locations had trade certificates required under India’s Motor Vehicles Act.That means more than 95% of the stores on which Bloomberg News saw the data, lacked basic certification needed to display, sell, offer test rides on or transport unregistered two-wheelers.In response to customer complaints, transport…

(Reuters) -Shares of IndusInd Bank fell nearly 6% on Monday to their lowest level since July 2022, after the country’s central bank approved a shorter extension to its CEO’s tenure, raising concerns around leadership transition and business uncertainty. The stock was down 3.3% at 905.85 rupees as of 11:01 a.m. IST, the biggest percentage loser on the blue-chip Nifty 50 index, which rose 0.3%. IndusInd Bank said on Friday it received approval from the Reserve Bank of India to reappoint Sumant Kathpalia as its CEO for a one year, shorter than the board-approved and the central bank’s typical three-year extension. “Although…

NICOSIA, Cyprus (AP) — Praised by the ancient Greek giants Homer and Euripides for its superb quality nearly 3,000 years ago, Cyprus’ Commandaria is the world’s oldest recorded and named wine. Despite its rich heritage, the sweet wine has struggled to find its niche in the global market. Now a number of micro-wineries in this east Mediterranean island nation are reviving traditional wine-making techniques and giving Commandaria a chance at a long-awaited comeback. Makers hope to tap rich legends around the ruby red wine. It’s said to have won the world’s first known wine competition during the 13th century rule…

By Arathy Somasekhar and Liz Hampton HOUSTON, March 9 (Reuters) – In one of his first meetings with oil and gas executives since being confirmed as U.S. energy secretary, Chris Wright said he intended to speed up permitting and support the industry, attendees told Reuters. His comments, made at a dinner ahead of the world’s largest energy industry gathering in Houston, were in line with President Donald Trump’s push to maximize U.S. oil and gas production. “They’re in a hurry,” said Bob Dudley, former CEO of British oil major BP, told Reuters as he exited the dinner. “They don’t want…

In today’s world of digital payments, credit cards are more than just a way to pay—they can help you save big when used smartly. A simple trick called “stacking” lets you combine multiple offers, discounts, and rewards to get the best deal on your purchases.What is stacking?Stacking is all about using multiple savings options together to reduce your final bill. Think of it as layering discounts for maximum value.The key components of stacking include:●Bank & platform discounts– Banks often team up with brands to offer extra savings on specific merchants.●Merchant offers & coupons– Stores frequently run their own promotions that…

Germany is nearing an agreement to unlock €3 billion of military aid for Ukraine, alongside a broader set of measures to revamp the country’s defense and infrastructure. The authorization is likely to come in the weeks ahead as Germany seeks to change constitutional borrowing rules to boost its military spending. The additional funding would almost double aid this year to €7 billion.  After earlier expressing concerns about the source of the funding, outgoing Chancellor Olaf Scholz is now ready to sign off on the Ukraine aid package amid plans to close a budget gap by creating more room for defense…