Pakistan has received a USD 1.3 billion IMF disbursement through two funding streams: the Extended Fund Facility and the Resilience and Sustainability Facility. The central bank said the package is meant to support economic stabilization while also tackling climate-related challenges as part of the IMF’s broader resilience agenda.
Indian-origin philanthropist Anil Kochhar left NC State’s Wilson College graduating class stunned by announcing he would pay off all final-year tuition loans for 176 US graduates. Kochhar said the gesture honors his father’s 80-year legacy at Wilson College, turning the Class of 2026 commencement into a moment of direct relief rather than just ceremonial speeches.
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Indian-American philanthropist Anil Kochhar and his wife Marilyn announced a major gift at North Carolina State University’s Wilson College of Textiles graduation. They will cover the final-year education loans for all 176 graduates from the 2025-26 academic year, saying the move honors his father’s legacy and gives students room to chase their goals without financial pressure.
Vodafone Group Plc is reportedly considering transferring part of its stake in Vodafone Idea Ltd to the Indian company. The capital move is meant to strengthen Vodafone Idea’s finances and support its push for large loans to clear government dues and fund growth. The proposal signals Vodafone’s effort to shore up its Indian unit amid debt pressure.
Indian banks posted robust 15.9% credit growth in FY26, according to the Finance Ministry. The increase was broad-based, driven by services, personal loans, agriculture, and industry—signaling strong underlying demand and a resilient economy. The Ministry also pointed to India’s ability to grow rapidly despite global headwinds.
Fino Payments Bank is advancing its move to become a small finance bank with an asset light, technology led approach. Instead of expanding through a traditional branch network, it plans to grow via secured lending and digital capabilities. The transition remains on track even as leadership reviews continue, with home loans, gold loans and business loans in focus.
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PhonePe says it has reached 50 million registered merchants, marking a major push to bring more Indians into digital finance. The app is expanding beyond payments with services like loans and tools for small businesses, aiming to boost accessibility in smaller towns. The scale-up highlights how merchant growth is becoming the base for broader financial offerings.
Groww and Angel One have shared a fresh investor pitch that blends equity funding with leverage. The core idea: secure a loan and use it to buy more stock as the firms push growth in brokerage and related financial services. The move signals a sharper capital strategy as competition and regulation intensify, and investors weigh risk against speed.
An Allahabad High Court case turned on deception and betrayal: a husband secured Rs 25.6 lakh in personal loans using his wife’s name, splurged it, then fled with her car and jewellery. When he later sought maintenance from her, the court imposed Rs 15 lakh in costs, citing false affidavits and abuse of his wife.
Inventurus Knowledge Solutions (IKS) is reportedly close to acquiring TruBridge and is lining up an offshore loan of $675 million to fund the deal. Citigroup, JPMorgan Chase, and Deutsche Bank are among the banks involved in arranging the financing. If completed, the transaction would be IKS’s largest acquisition to date, signaling an aggressive expansion push.
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Vedanta Resources is reportedly in talks to increase its existing $350 million loan by at least $200 million, potentially with Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corp. and First Abu Dhabi Bank joining the facility. The company says the funds would help refinance obligations, cover transaction costs, and meet general corporate needs as it continues efforts to reduce debt.
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