Bharti Airtel’s NBFC arm begins commercial operation

Bharti Airtel’s non-banking financial arm, Airtel Money, has officially begun its commercial operations after securing a license from the Reserve Bank of India. The company, registered as a Type II Non-Deposit accepting NBFC, plans to be capitalized with Rs 20,000 crore over the coming years, with Bharti Airtel contributing 70% and the promoter group the…

Upstox’s erroneous a/c freeze mail sparks client panic

Panic erupted among Upstox clients on Wednesday after an erroneous email incorrectly stated their trading accounts were frozen, with some reporting losses from hasty exits. The brokerage admitted to an “inadvertent error,” issuing a follow-up to disregard the initial message and apologizing for confusion. Upstox assured clients their funds and securities remain secure, attributing the…