Banks have also been given the flexibility of dropping mandatory alerts for lowvalue transactions. However, top-draw private banks, such as HDFC Bank or ICICI Bank, are unlikely to reduce SMS alerts for such transactions to ensure their reputation for technology adoption and customer experience isn’t compromised.
Oil Price Today (July 8): Crude oil tops 5% in two days as ‘powerful’ US strikes on Iran revive supply fears. What’s unfolding?
Brent crude futures climbed $1.62, or 2.16%, to $76 a barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude gained $1.63, or 2.31%, to $72 a barrel.
July 8, 2026