Economy, Banking and Finance · 12 February 2026

BOBCARD Limited (BOBCARD) launches Braille-enabled Premier Credit Card

Exam-focused facts from the 12 February 2026 current affairs briefing.

Key facts

  • BOBCARD, a wholly owned subsidiary of Bank of Baroda (BoB), introduced the Braille-enabled BOBCARD PREMIER Credit Card.
  • The launch event was held at the Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) campus to promote accessibility in financial services.
  • The initiative coincided with the felicitation of the Indian Blind Women’s Cricket Team, winners of the inaugural Blind Women’s Cricket T20 World Cup.
  • The card provides accelerated reward points on travel, international, dining, and lifestyle spending, along with select airport lounge access.
  • BOBCARD was established in 1994 and offers a range of credit products including shopping, co-branded, professional, and premium travel cards.

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