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Time of India
3 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
RBI accepts 95% of bond buyback ahead of monetary policy review
Mumbai: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Thursday accepted 95% of the total amount notified in this fiscal year's first bond buyback a day ahead of the bi-monthly monetary policy review, although the bids received were not as large as those in similar exercises conducted in January this year. The low enthusiasm comes in the run up to the monetary policy committee (MPC) meeting set on Friday, as the markets didn't seem too keen to sell short-term debt on expectations of profit booking in these assets in the future, money market traders said. Against a notified amount of ₹25,000 crore, the RBI received bids worth ₹27,256 crore, of which, the central bank accepted offers of ₹23,855 crore, data showed. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Migrate with ease from Window 10 to Window 11 with Lenovo Lenovo Learn More Undo "The policy on Friday may alter prices, especially for short term bonds. Since this buyback auction was so close to the MPC, the market did not seem very enthusiastic to sell," said Gopal Tripathi, head of treasury, Jana Small Finance Bank . Buybacks are a way for the government to pay off debt for next fiscal year to reduce its gross borrowing. Bond buybacks also allow the RBI to infuse durable liquidity in the system. Bonds Corner Powered By India plans increased bond buybacks and switches to secure sovereign rating upgrades India is likely to increase bond buybacks and switches to longer maturities this fiscal year to lower its combined fiscal deficit, aiming for sovereign rating upgrades that have remained unchanged for nearly two decades. Economists suggest that maintaining the fiscal gap below 7% of GDP is crucial for rating agencies to consider an upgrade, with the government budgeting ₹2. India bond traders suggest borrowing tweak to bring down long-term yields, sources say India's favoured 5-year bond trade loses steam with rate cuts priced in, fund managers say Vedanta raises Rs 5,000 cr through NCDs India long duration bonds rise on bets of dovish RBI policy Browse all Bonds News with
Time of India
3 days ago
- Health
- Time of India
BITS Pilani researchers develop edible, eco-friendly paste for bioelectronics
Hyderabad: In a breakthrough that could reshape the future of bioelectronic technology, researchers at BITS Pilani, Hyderabad, have developed a food-based nano conductive paste (FN-CoP) designed for wearable, ingestible, and edible medical devices. Published in the latest issue of 'Industrial Crops and Products (ScienceDirect)', the study introduces a non-toxic, biodegradable alternative to conventional electronic pastes—marking a significant step toward sustainable electronics. The innovation is led by Professor Sanket Goel and his team, who have formulated and validated FN-CoP as a viable substitute for synthetic, often hazardous, conductive materials. The material is aimed at advancing biomedical diagnostics, therapeutic monitoring, and energy harvesting, especially in sensitive environments like the human body. The FN-CoP formulation consists of 20.4% activated carbon (AC), 8.1% gelatine-based binder, and 71.4% oral rehydration solution (ORS) as the pasting liquid. This composition achieves high conductivity, supported by a fine average particle size of 56 nanometers, confirmed through Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM). by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Migrate with ease from Window 10 to Window 11 with Lenovo Lenovo Learn More Undo The small particle size and material stability make it ideal for precision printing techniques like screen and inkjet printing. ORS, apart from serving as a safe solvent, enhances the electrochemical stability, conductivity, and biocompatibility of the paste. Comparative analyses showed that ORS outperforms many commercial solvents, giving FN-CoP consistent functionality across biomedical applications. Diagnostic applications The researchers demonstrated FN-CoP's effectiveness in several diagnostic and therapeutic settings. The material supports key electrochemical processes essential for breath analysis, blood detoxification and detection of glycopeptide and phosphopeptide biomarkers. The paste is food-grade and vegetarian-friendly, with characteristics like controlled viscosity and surface morphology that ensure uniform coating and sensor stability. Its biocompatibility makes it particularly suited for ingestible medical devices. Environmental impact One of FN-CoP's standout advantages is its economic viability. The estimated cost of production is only ₹129 per 100 grams, making it scalable for industrial applications. By replacing toxic components with readily available, food-safe materials, the research paves the way for environmentally friendly alternatives in the electronic paste industry.
