The Reserve Bank of India has stopped advance payments for gold and silver imports. This move aims to prevent money laundering. Banks will now play a key role in monitoring all import payments. New rules also simplify trade for businesses. These changes take effect from October 1. Stricter rules will apply for future advance payments if contracts are not met.
Oil little changed on uncertainty over US-Iran peace deal
Oil prices saw little change on Friday after a significant drop. Hopes for an early end to the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran have faded. This