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In an era of digital transactions, many Indians and small enterprises still cling to cash, driving the demand for banknotes higher. To counteract the surge in counterfeit Rs 500 notes, the RBI is ramping up security features and experimenting with varnished currency. Interestingly, the costs associated with printing paper money have recently decreased significantly.

America is considering a $250 bill featuring Donald Trump's face for its 250th birthday, a move that bypasses a law against living presidents on currency. Designs are prepared, sparking debate and satire. This proposal, alongside a UFC event on Trump's birthday, highlights the nation's deep divisions as its semiquincentennial approaches.

Global wealth is shifting away from the US dollar, with wealthy families and their offices expressing declining confidence in its reserve currency status. Driven by geopolitical worries and sovereign debt concerns, nearly two-thirds anticipate a weaker dollar.

The Centre argued before the Supreme Court that Article 25(1) on religious freedom doesn't mandate gender equality, as Articles 15 and 16 already prohibit sex discrimination. It urged courts to avoid interfering in religious practices, stating only the legislature can enact social reforms through broad discussions. The bench reserved its verdict.

Wix is laying off approximately 20% of its workforce, impacting around 1,000 employees. This significant restructuring is driven by the strengthening Israeli shekel and the rapid evolution of AI capabilities. CEO Avishai Abrahami stated the move is necessary to create a faster, leaner, and flatter organization.

Foreign portfolio investors continued their exit from Indian equities in May, withdrawing Rs 32,963 crore due to concerns over earnings growth and a weakening rupee. This outflow has pushed cumulative FPI withdrawals in 2026 to Rs 2.25 lakh crore, surpassing the entire previous year's figure. While selling intensity has eased, a turnaround in flows is unlikely without significant macroeconomic improvement.

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A video from Nepal's Annapurna Conservation Area showed Indian tourists littering, prompting a local resident to confront them. The incident ignited a wider discussion on civic sense and responsible tourism, highlighting the fragility of the region's natural and cultural heritage and the need for accountability.

In an exclusive interview, Akasa Air CEO Vinay Dube clears the air on a range of issues including fleet expansion, the West Asia crisis, rising costs due to crude-oil related upheaval, availing Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme of the government, and more

Advocating a hands-off approach for courts in religious matters, Solicitor General Tushar Mehta argued that social reform can only be undertaken by the legislature