AU Small Finance Bank shares saw a rise of over 2 percent. The lender reported a strong December quarter performance. Net profit increased by 26 percent year-on-year. Net interest income also showed healthy growth. Margins improved, and non-interest income remained a key contributor. Deposits were robust, and asset quality continued to improve.
States’ consolidated fiscal deficit widens 0.3 pc to 3.3 per cent in FY25: RBI
Indias states fiscal deficit has widened to 3.3 percent of GDP in fiscal year 2025. This increase stems from states borrowing more under a central