Bank of India and Other PSU Banks Raise FD Interest Rates, Launch New Deposit Schemes
Following the RBI's October 2026 repo rate hike, Bank of India has increased fixed deposit (FD) interest rates for tenures between one and three years and introduced the Star Akshay 500-day FD scheme. General customers can earn up to 6.85%, while senior and super senior citizens receive enhanced rates of 7.35% and 7.50%, respectively. Other public sector banks like Canara Bank and Punjab National Bank have also revised FD rates, offering competitive returns for senior citizens. Investors are advised to compare rates and terms before investing.
First-hand measurement across 8 sources
We measured how 8 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (54/100). Lens Score 41/100.
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AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (50–75/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
news18 broke this story on 2 Nov, 09:42 am. Other outlets followed.