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Asian currencies saw slight gains on Thursday after recent losses, but market sentiment remained cautious due to rising global trade tensions and fears of a U.S. recession. Meanwhile, the dollar steadied following a mild rebound, despite softer-than-expected U.S. consumer price index (CPI) data for February. While some CPI components suggested inflation was cooling, others indicated it remained sticky, keeping traders on edge. A surge in U.S. Treasury yields supported the dollar, as concerns grew over a potential recession and heightened trade tariffs under President Donald Trump. The greenback also held...

Indian authorities arrested at Washington's request a cryptocurrency exchange administrator accused of money laundering conspiracy and violating sanctions, India's top crime fighting bureau said on Wednesday.The United States, Germany and Finland took down the online infrastructure used by the Russian cryptocurrency exchange Garantex, the US Justice Department said last week, adding that two administrators of the exchange were charged. One of those administrators was Aleksej Besciokov, a Russian resident and Lithuanian national who was charged with money laundering and also faced accusations of violating sanctions and operating an unlicensed money-transmitting...

A Lithuanian national Aleksej Besciokov, wanted by the USA, arrested in a coordinated operation between the CBI and Kerala Police. | Photo Credit: PTI Indian authorities arrested at Washington's request a cryptocurrency exchange administrator accused of money laundering conspiracy and violating sanctions, India's top crime fighting bureau said on Wednesday (March 12, 2025).The United States, Germany and Finland took down the online infrastructure used by the Russian cryptocurrency exchange Garantex, the U.S. Justice Department said last week, adding that two administrators of the exchange were charged.One of those administrators was...

BNB price rose as high as $574 on Thursday as markets reacted to news that Binance received major investments from an Abu Dhabi based firm. Derivative markets analysis shows how BNB traders are repositioning amid the latest swings in market sentiment.  PEPE price crossed the $0.00007 for the first time this week as markets reacted to positive macro market signals. Early insights show crypto traders are displaying high risk appetite at the onset of the current market rally. Could this sustain PEPE price uptrend along with the rest of the memecoin market.  Ripple's XRP...

The renewal of the Bilateral Swap Arrangement (BSA), originally established in 2008 and later expanded, now valued at up to $75 billion, marks a significant milestone in the economic partnership between Japan and India. This agreement allows both nations to swap their local currencies for US dollars, providing a critical financial safety net against potential liquidity crises and balance of payments challenges. At a time of heightened global financial volatility, this renewed arrangement underscores the deepening strategic and economic cooperation between these two Asian powerhouses.The BSA holds immense importance for...

Port Louis, Mar 12 (PTI) India and Mauritius on Wednesday elevated their ties to ‘enhanced strategic partnership’ and inked eight pacts to boost ties in several sectors, including maritime security, and promote trade in local currencies, even as Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled an ambitious vision for growth and security of the Global South. On the second and final day of his two-day trip to Mauritius, Modi graced the national day celebrations of the island nation as the chief guest and announced a raft of development projects for the strategically-located...

India and Mauritius have strengthened their diplomatic ties by establishing an 'enhanced strategic partnership.' On Wednesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Mauritian Prime Minister Navinchandra Ramgoolam signed eight agreements aimed at fortifying cooperation across multiple sectors, including maritime security and local currency trade.Introducing the ambitious 'MAHASAGAR' vision, Modi outlined India's dedication to the Global South's growth and security, particularly in the Indian Ocean region. This vision, building on the SAGAR initiative, underscores the cooperative spirit between India and Mauritius, focusing on areas like trade, technology, and mutual defense.In their...

IndusInd Bank shares recovered on Wednesday after falling to its lowest level in one year as investors were reassured by statements made by its promoter Ashok Hinduja and CEO Sumant Kathpalia. The shares of the private sector lender had crashed by 27% on Tuesday after the bank disclosed discrepancies in accounting for foreign currency derivative trades over a period of five to seven years.  The private sector lender expects to take the impact of these discrepancies–about 2.35% of its net worth–in the fourth quarter results, yet report a small profit....

Malhotra took over as RBI Governor in December 2024, replacing Shaktikanta Das who demitted office after completion of his extended term. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) will soon issue currency notes of Rs 100 and Rs 200 denominations. But these notes will come with a change.  According to the Central Bank, these notes will have the signature of Governor Sanjay Malhotra. "The design of these notes is similar in all respects to Rs 100 and Rs 200 banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series," it said in a statement. All...

Mumbai (Maharashtra) , March 12 (ANI): Indian stock markets continue to follow the trends of previous session on Wednesday and ended flat in the volatile session, as investor’s sentiment impacted by the concerns such as overvaluation, threats of tariff war, and currency depreciation. At the end of today’s trading session in the Indian markets, the BSE Sensex stood at 74,029.76, down 72.56 points or 0.10 per cent and the Nifty at National Stock Exchange was down 27.40 points or 0.12 per cent at 22,470.50. Show Full Article At NSE, the...