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India’s farming sector employs over 60% of the workforce and is the backbone of our economy. To support our farmers, the government has launched multiple schemes that provide financial aid, crop insurance, access to modern technology, and promote sustainable farming. In this video, we break down the Top Government Schemes for Farmers in India that can help farmers boost productivity, increase income, and manage risks effectively.

Did Rs 50,000-crore annual trading volume with 5 crore users trigger SEBI’s warning against opinion trading platforms?

There are many ‘Opinion Trading Platforms’ or ‘Event Outcome’ platforms like Probo, Kalshi, TradeX, Strike, Polymarket, and Trago among others that are popular in the segment.

Here's what we know, so far, about Star Health insurance data breach

In response to the accusations against its CISO, Star Health said Amarjeet Khurana is cooperating with the probe. A forensic investigation led by independent cybersecurity experts is also on

Why is SEBI facing flak over ICICI Bank-ICICI Securities merger case? | Explained

SEBI's handling of the merger between ICICI Bank and ICICI Securities has raised eyebrows, with many investors questioning the regulator's leniency in allowing the bank to bypass its own rules.

MC Explains: What is Sebi's latest move to curb IPO price manipulation?

The regulator stepped in after seeing malpractices being done in the last one hour before listing

MC Explains: Why investors worry when company insiders sell shares

When an insider sells shares, the market tends to interpret it as an indication that the stock may be fairly valued or overvalued, but that may not always be the case.

Explained: What is a recession and should India be concerned?

UK and Japan slipped into recession at the end of 2023. But what exactly is a recession and is it any different from what it is commonly thought to be?

MC Explains: What is nitrogen hypoxia and how does it work?

When a high concentration of nitrogen is inhaled, it replaces the oxygen in the body and disables the respiratory system, causing death

MC Explains: Army video on LAC border clash deleted, what does it reveal about the situation?

After the video footage went viral on social media, Army headquarters intervened on January 15 to have the Western Command, which is headquartered in Chandimandir, remove it.

MC Explains: All about the India-Maldives hydrographic survey agreement

The agreement allows India to perform a thorough investigation of the island nation's territorial waters, including reefs, lagoons, coastlines, ocean currents, and tidal levels.

MC Explains: Overcrowded Bengaluru Metro coaches: Fallout of Indo-China conflict

The opening of the Yellow Line and the Green Line extension is also delayed due to a shortage of trains.

MC Explains: How India's crypto fight could bear fruit at G20 Leaders' Summit

India has been looking to build a global consensus on crypto regulations. While the risks from crypto are being increasingly understood, the next one-and-a-half months will be key in determining whether India's crypto focus will bear fruit during its Presidency

MC explains: Why smaller FDs work better than one large FD

Having multiple FDs lets you diversify across institutions, benefit from higher rates in some of them, and meet financial emergencies comfortably.

MC Explains : LIC’s transfer of funds to shareholders’ fund – is it a one-off event?

The transfer of funds will make more money available for LIC to pay dividends and issue bonus shares.

MC Explains: How RBI's definition of real interest rate has evolved over the years

India's inflation is likely to come in below 5 percent in April. While this may allow the Reserve Bank of India to leave the repo rate unchanged again in June, falling inflation will lead to higher real interest rates. But which is the real 'real rate'?

MC Explains: Why is cooking gas more expensive now?

Analysts say improved demand from Asian markets may have allowed room for a hike in Saudi contract price, on which domestic LPG prices are based

MC Explains: Google vs CCI—the story so far

The National Company Law Appellate Tribunal is expected to start the final hearing in the case on February 15. Google has challenged a CCI order finding the tech giant guilty of abusing its dominant position in the Android ecosystem

MC Explains | Lab-grown diamonds get extra shine on lower customs levy

Budget 2023 for Lab-grown Diamonds: Here are the answers to all queries related to Lab grown diamonds - Are lab-grown diamonds any different from naturally occurring diamonds? What are lab-grown diamonds? How are lab-grown diamonds made? How is the reduced custom duty on the lab-grown diamond seeds going to play out for the jewellery sector?

MC Explains | The Yes Bank AT1 bond and why Bombay High Court refused a write-off

The issue, however, is far from resolved. On January 21, Yes Bank said it will move the Supreme Court against the high court order, starting another round of legal battle

MC Explains | What does conversational AI like ChatGPT mean for businesses?

ChatGPT is all the rage on the internet these days but what does its implementation mean for businesses?

MC Explains: What is Annapurna Finance which has applied for a universal banking licence from RBI?

Annapurna Finance Private Ltd is involved in microfinance lending to women borrowers under self-help groups as well as individual, housing and MSME loans

MC Explains | The Places of Worship Act and the challenges against it

The controversy surrounding the legislation resurfaced after a court in Varanasi ordered the survey of the Gyanvapi mosque site.

The De-Mo case: What the lawyers said for and against the matter

The apex court, which heard the case for five days, has directed the government and the RBI to submit relevant records pertaining to demonetisation.

MC Explains | Indian municipalities and their finances

A recently released RBI report shows that nearly all the municipal corporations in India are struggling financially and highly dependent on support from state and central governments.

MC Explains | India’s current account deficit conundrum

This financial year is likely to see a current account deficit of 3.3 percent to 3.9 percent of the GDP, depending on which brokerage one chooses to believe