<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8" standalone="yes"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom"><channel><title>Finance on Culture Crossroads</title><link>https://staging.culturecrossroads.ca/tags/finance/</link><description>Recent content in Finance on Culture Crossroads</description><generator>Hugo -- gohugo.io</generator><language>en-ca</language><lastBuildDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2025 16:41:00 +0000</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://staging.culturecrossroads.ca/tags/finance/index.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title>PNB Housing Finance Powers PMAY-U 2.0 and Financial Inclusion to Accelerate Housing Development in Maharashtra</title><link>https://staging.culturecrossroads.ca/posts/pnb-housing-finance-powers-pmay-u-2-0-and-financial-inclusion-to-accelerate-housing-development-in-maharashtra/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2025 16:41:00 +0000</pubDate><guid>https://staging.culturecrossroads.ca/posts/pnb-housing-finance-powers-pmay-u-2-0-and-financial-inclusion-to-accelerate-housing-development-in-maharashtra/</guid><description>PNB Housing Finance Limited, one of India’s leading housing finance companies, reaffirmed its commitment to supporting homeownership in Maharashtra, with a continued emphasis on enabling customers to benefit from the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY). As part of its strategic focus on PMAY-U 2.0, PNB Housing Finance is helping families – especially first-time buyers – navigate their home-purchasing journey seamlessly, while supporting the government’s broader ‘Housing for All’ vision.
PNB Housing’s affordable housing solution, Roshni Home Loans, caters to low- and middle-income households aspiring to begin their homeownership journey, particularly in semi-urban and emerging regions of the country.</description></item><item><title>Upasana Kamineni Konidela Advocates for Women’s Financial Independence</title><link>https://staging.culturecrossroads.ca/posts/upasana-kamineni-konidela-advocates-for-women-s-financial-independence/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Nov 2025 19:15:00 +0000</pubDate><guid>https://staging.culturecrossroads.ca/posts/upasana-kamineni-konidela-advocates-for-women-s-financial-independence/</guid><description>Upasana Kamineni Konidela has often pushed women towards financial independence to achieve a better quality of life. In the latest video posted on her social media handle, the entrepreneur shared how women instinctively know how to carry business as it begins from home, whether through managing costs or logistics. “If you put a bit of education and process into that, they become much more powerful and much more efficient,” she says.</description></item><item><title>Equitas SFB launches Selfe Loans App to boost growth for small businesses</title><link>https://staging.culturecrossroads.ca/posts/equitas-sfb-launches-selfe-loans-app-to-boost-growth-for-small-businesses/</link><pubDate>Sat, 26 Oct 2024 05:29:00 +0000</pubDate><guid>https://staging.culturecrossroads.ca/posts/equitas-sfb-launches-selfe-loans-app-to-boost-growth-for-small-businesses/</guid><description>Equitas Small Finance Bank becomes the first small finance bank to offer a dedicated mobile loan application with the launch of Selfe Loans. The user-friendly interface of the app allows its users to apply for loans from the comfort of their location.
As the festive season approaches, Equitas SFB recognizes the increased financial needs of small businesses such as provision stores, teashops, and repair centers. These enterprises often require additional funds to support inventory expansion, manage working capital, and capitalize on seasonal business opportunities.</description></item><item><title>InCred Insight Announces Strategic Partnership with Solytics Partners for Financial Innovation</title><link>https://staging.culturecrossroads.ca/posts/incred-insight-announces-strategic-partnership-with-solytics-partners-for-financial-innovation/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Oct 2024 00:38:00 +0000</pubDate><guid>https://staging.culturecrossroads.ca/posts/incred-insight-announces-strategic-partnership-with-solytics-partners-for-financial-innovation/</guid><description>InCred Insight Partners, a leading provider of consulting services for financial institutions, today announced its partnership with Solytics Partners, a leader in advanced analytics and compliance solutions, through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). This partnership aims to deliver innovative financial and consulting solutions, including financial analytics, risk management, and regulatory compliance.
This represents a major advancement for both firms by merging InCred Insight&amp;rsquo;s strengths in capital markets, investment banking, and compliance advisory with Solytics Partners&amp;rsquo; expertise in advanced analytics and regulatory technologies (RegTech).</description></item><item><title>Ayushmann Khurrana books 400 percent returns on Angel Investment in The Man Company</title><link>https://staging.culturecrossroads.ca/posts/ayushmann-khurrana-books-400-returns-on-angel-investment-in-the-man-company/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Sep 2024 06:09:00 +0000</pubDate><guid>https://staging.culturecrossroads.ca/posts/ayushmann-khurrana-books-400-returns-on-angel-investment-in-the-man-company/</guid><description>Bollywood star Ayushmann Khurrana, who is also an astute investor, has booked 400% returns on his angel investment in The Man Company. The premium men&amp;rsquo;s grooming brand, which has become a household name, is set to be acquired by Emami Ltd. at a valuation of INR 400 crores! Ayushmann Khurrana ventured into the world of business with a strategic investment in The Man Company in 2018. Recognising the growing demand for high-quality grooming products tailored specifically for men, he saw potential in the company’s vision to revolutionise the men’s grooming space in India.</description></item><item><title>CNBC Names Nium Among World’s Top Fintech Companies 2024</title><link>https://staging.culturecrossroads.ca/posts/cnbc-names-nium-among-world-s-top-fintech-companies-2024/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Aug 2024 02:33:00 +0000</pubDate><guid>https://staging.culturecrossroads.ca/posts/cnbc-names-nium-among-world-s-top-fintech-companies-2024/</guid><description>Nium, the global leader in real-time cross-border payments, has been named to the prestigious ‘World’s Top Fintech Companies 2024’ list by CNBC. This follows a year of unprecedented growth for Nium with significant new customers, global licenses, and funding announced over the last 12 months. Global cross-border payment flows are projected to skyrocket from USD 190 trillion in 2023 to USD 290 trillion by 2030. Yet many banks, financial institutions, and businesses remain dependent on slow, expensive, and outdated cross-border payment systems, slowing down growth and the ability to meet customer demand.</description></item><item><title>South Indian Bank Signs MOU With Daimler India Commercial Vehicles</title><link>https://staging.culturecrossroads.ca/posts/south-indian-bank-signs-mou-with-daimler-india-commercial-vehicles/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Aug 2024 07:46:00 +0000</pubDate><guid>https://staging.culturecrossroads.ca/posts/south-indian-bank-signs-mou-with-daimler-india-commercial-vehicles/</guid><description>South Indian Bank has signed an MOU with Daimler India Commercial Vehicles to finance BharatBenz dealers under the Bank’s dealer financing program. This partnership will offer customised and easy financing options for the entire BharatBenz commercial vehicle portfolio. The partnership focuses on strengthening dealership support through minimum collateral requirements, competitive interest rates, and streamlined credit processing. Biji S S, Senior General Manager &amp;amp; Group Business Head, South Indian Bank, commented, &amp;ldquo;We are pleased to partner with Daimler India Commercial Vehicles.</description></item><item><title>Akshat Khetan Shares Valuable Insight at The Legal and Finance Conclave 2024</title><link>https://staging.culturecrossroads.ca/posts/akshat-khetan-shares-valuable-insight-at-the-legal-and-finance-conclave-2024/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Jun 2024 06:07:00 +0000</pubDate><guid>https://staging.culturecrossroads.ca/posts/akshat-khetan-shares-valuable-insight-at-the-legal-and-finance-conclave-2024/</guid><description>The Legal and Finance Conclave 2024, a prominent event in the financial and legal sectors, was held in Mumbai. The conclave gathered industry leaders, experts, and stakeholders to discuss pivotal topics in finance and law, with a significant focus on the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC). Among the lead speakers was Akshat Khetan of AU Corporate Advisory and Legal Services, who provided invaluable insights into the current landscape and future implications of the IBC.</description></item><item><title>South Indian Bank wins 4 awards at Infosys Finacle Innovation Awards 2024</title><link>https://staging.culturecrossroads.ca/posts/south-indian-bank-wins-4-awards-at-infosys-finacle-innovation-awards-2024/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Jun 2024 03:32:00 +0000</pubDate><guid>https://staging.culturecrossroads.ca/posts/south-indian-bank-wins-4-awards-at-infosys-finacle-innovation-awards-2024/</guid><description>South Indian Bank reaffirmed its position as a leader in innovation and excellence by clinching multiple awards at the Infosys Finacle Innovation Awards 2024. Recognized across various categories, including Business Model Innovation, Corporate Banking Innovation, Ecosystem-led Innovation, and Customer Engagement, the Bank&amp;rsquo;s commitment to pioneering solutions was celebrated on a grand scale.
SIB&amp;rsquo;s pioneering initiative, SIB eDirect, secured the prestigious Platinum Winner title for Business Model Innovation. Additionally, the Bank garnered Gold Winner accolades for Corporate Banking Innovation with SIB TF Online and MSME Web Portal, Ecosystem-led Innovation with Co-lending and quick PL, and Maximizing Customer Engagement with WhatsApp Banking.</description></item><item><title>The Big Small Talk: Exploring Financial Frontiers with Anuj Sawhney and Manav Subodh</title><link>https://staging.culturecrossroads.ca/posts/the-big-small-talk-exploring-financial-frontiers-with-anuj-sawhney-and-manav-subodh/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 May 2024 00:17:00 +0000</pubDate><guid>https://staging.culturecrossroads.ca/posts/the-big-small-talk-exploring-financial-frontiers-with-anuj-sawhney-and-manav-subodh/</guid><description>After garnering widespread acclaim for their insightful discussions and crossing over 125,000+ Subscribers on YouTube, The Big Small Talk proudly presents its latest episode, delving into the pivotal topic of “Money..Matters!”. Anuj Sawhney, celebrated for his journey from Bollywood to steering Swiss Military Worldwide, teams up once again with his longtime friend, Manav Subodh, the visionary Founder of 1M1B - One Million for One Billion. Together, they embark on a captivating exploration of the complexities surrounding financial priorities in today&amp;rsquo;s fast-paced world, promising yet another enlightening dialogue for their dedicated audience.</description></item></channel></rss>