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The 2026 FIFA World Cup is aiding women hosts in North America to earn from tourism by renting their homes. Many see it as a vital income source
No issue with old vehicles after ethanol blending raised to 20%, claims auto industry
Maruti Suzukis Rahul Bharti said that its E20 compliant vehicles, those rolled out from 2023, are also ready to absorb higher blend
Income-tax returns: Here's how to access and submit your ITR-1 form using the official e-filing portal
India-Israel bilateral investment pact comes into effect
The pact is expected to boost cross-border investment by protecting two-way investments, according to the finance ministry
India-Canada FTA negotiations may be conclude in six months: Goyal
India-Peru FTA talks have hit a snag over market access concerns in some sectors
Grant Sabatier, author of Financial Freedom, asserts achieving FIRE is increasingly feasible, despite current challenges like inflation and housi
TMT rebar prices hit 6-month low at 50,000/tonne as monsoon impacts demand: Report
Subdued construction activity and a typical monsoon-season slowdown, with rains disrupting site work and causing contractors to delay steel purch
Market participation is not wealth creation: 5 mistakes retail investors should avoid
Experts underscore that there is a world of difference between rebalancing your portfolio and churning it. The former is good, the latter not.
Investing discipline beats market predictions: Why experts want investors to ignore the noise
Investing should be calm and research-based, not influenced by social media hype. Experts urge investors to validate sources, consider risks, and
Can a 15 lakh FD generate 1 lakh annual income? Here's the simple calculation
A 15 lakh fixed deposit can deliver a steady annual income with the right interest rate. See how a 15 lakh FD can generate around 1 lakh yearly,
8th pay commission: The panel will visit various railway departments in Mumbai to gain firsthand experience of employees' working conditions. On
Doesnt matter if you win or lose, Rafael Nadal on his business ventures and what tennis taught him about investingDoesnt matter if you win or los
Which equity mutual funds topped SIP returns? These AMCs dominated the rankings
Small-cap and mid-cap funds dominated the SIP return charts over three, five and 10 years. The rankings also reveal a handful of AMCs that consis
DA hike: Himachal Pradesh State Forest Development Corporation (HPSFDC) employees are set to receive a 3% hike in dearness allowance, minimum wag
CBIC notifies rules for determination of origin of goods under India-UK FTA
It takes effect on July 15, liberalising 99% of UK tariffs and 90% of Indian tariffs
Debt mutual funds: Only 4 schemes delivered over 10% SIP returns in 10 years
Very few debt funds have delivered double-digit SIP returns over the past decade. See which schemes topped the charts over three, five and 10 yea
Centre hikes onion procurement price by 13% to 2,125/quintal, 5th revision this season
This marks the fifth upward revision in the procurement price this season, as the government's onion buying for the 2026 buffer stock under the P
7 personal finance rules everyone should know before turning 30 to build lasting wealth
Strong money habits build lasting wealth. These personal finance rules can help young Indians save smarter, invest early, avoid costly debt, and
8th Pay Commission: 18,000 to 69,000? Here's the math behind the demand
Employee unions have proposed raising the minimum basic pay to 69,000 from 18,000. Here's a breakdown of the key calculations behind the demand.
How El Nio could damage Indias economy | Explained
A poor monsoon can damage the economy in three ways: it affects agricultural output, reducing the sectors contribution to the economy; it hits ru
India's VC ecosystem shifts to monetization-led growth in 2026: Bain
The report notes that investor behaviour will be guided by firms that demonstrate durable unit economics, predictable revenue models and visible
Income Tax: Can you claim bad debt deduction during recovery? ITAT explains
The Ahmedabad ITAT has ruled that businesses can claim a bad debt deduction once the amount is written off in their books and statutory condition
EPF withdrawals are tax-exempt after five years of service. Early withdrawals are taxable unless in specific situations. Here's how they are taxe
Securing Indias livestock feed supply chain in a changing climate
Climate variability is becoming the new normal, and ensuring reliable access to feed ingredients will be essential to protecting livestock produc
Beyond oil: The agri-input story the US-Iran conflict leaves behind
The question worth asking now is whether the current system could have acted three weeks earlier, before a late input and a missing input became
Lessons from the green revolution: Lets not repeat the mistakes with the bio revolution
If we embed quality into the biologicals ecosystem at the outset, we will create a model for sustainable agriculture that the world can follow.
As farming becomes more and more data-driven and tech-enabled, the supporting industries also have to move along.
Rethinking agricultural trade: Why the WTO must recognise farmer health capital
International trade parameters must evolve to view human biological capacity not as a static background variable, but as the core economic infras
Farmer protests force Gujarat to switch to market-value for transmission projects
Under the revised policy, compensation for land occupied by transmission towers will instead be calculated at 200% of the prevailing market value
EPFO discontinues UAN activation on portal: What PF subscribers should know
EPFO has restored its Unified Member Portal after a major upgrade. However, UAN activation and new UAN generation have moved to the UMANG app. He
Sebi open market share buy-back norms explained: Eligibility, timeline and impact
Sebi has approved the reintroduction of share buy-backs through the open market route from 1 August 2026. The buy-back timelines have been reduce
Check RBI calendar to know if SBI, HDFC, ICICI, others are open or closed on 4 July. RBI's holiday schedule provides comprehensive detail about n
You can now add, update email to Aadhaar for free: Check how, last date and other details
UIDAI is now allowing people to add or update email IDs to their Aadhaar card directly through the mobile application. The service was enabled on
Storage in Indias major reservoirs drops to 26% of capacity
33% deficient monsoon drags dams level, though the deficiency has shrunk for over 40% a week ago
India on track for $1 trillion exports of goods, services in FY27: Goyal
FTAs have opened up markets across 38 developed nations for Indian goods, the Commerce Minister said at Board of Trade meeting
Garware rides non-salmon aquaculture wave
Gradual industrialisation of aquaculture is creating demand for higher-quality netting, technical textiles solutions, says CEO Shujaul Rehman
India eyes bigger role in green ship recycling after becoming global leader
Indias ship recycling volumes rose to 2.99 million gross tonnes (GT) in 2025, up 60% from 1.86 million GT in 2024, according to UNCTAD data
Auto and liquor brands remain leading advertisers for FIFA World Cup 2026: TAM Sports
The data, covering the first 62 matches of the tournament, reveals that auto and liquor brands are driving advertising trends, accounting for a c
DCM Shriram builds Indias first sea cargo container, bags 1,000 unit order from Maersk
While Indian companies manufacture containers used for rail transport, they lacked the expertise and scale to deliver boxes for ocean liners
Garuda Aerospace, Micron Instruments sign MoU to co-develop next-gen defence solutions
The partnership will integrate Micron Instruments expertise in custom-designed fuzes with Garuda Aerospaces advanced drone technologies
Air passenger traffic recovers from West Asia tensions as domestic travel drives growth
Data shows that total passenger traffic across Indian airports rose to 3.69 crore passengers in May 2026
Call to strengthen sustainable refrigeration technologies in seafood industry
Kerala must adopt innovative cold-chain technologies to boost product quality, enhance export competitiveness, said Fisheries Minister V. E. Abdu
Centre sets up ICAR committee to look into AP mango crisis
This decision comes right after Chouhans recent visit to the State, where he listened to farmers share their challenges
Punjab Basmati exporters seek assurance from Goyal on sticking to current GI area
Aluminium Association urges PMO to protect Indian industry from surging low-quality scrap imports
Rising global protectionism is threatening massive domestic investments and draining the nations exchequer, it says in its plea
Dearness Allowance: DA is revised twice a year by the All-India Consumer Price Index (AICPI) to match cost-of-living. Here's a look at the number
The central government has introduced the EPF Scheme, 2026, mandating a fixed monthly contribution of 1,800 each from employees and employers. He
I-T dept allows charitable trusts to seek fresh approval post deadline, taxpayers to get 80G relief
The deadline to apply for fresh approval expired on 30 September 2025. Following this, all the applications made by charitable trusts were reject
Retirement planning involves personalized strategies for investing according to risk appetite and anticipated lifestyle changes. Factors like inf
Monsoon turns fierce: Four-day rain blitz targets West, Central India
The Bay low may intensify into a more marked system in next two days after moving fully over the sea, where warmer waters will fuel its strength
Services PMI dipped 17-month low of 57.8 in June
The index is derived based on responses from purchasing executives of 400 companies
Employees' Provident Fund Organisation: We take a look at the top four reasons an EPF subscriber's claim for their employees' provident fund may
4 small-cap schemes delivered over 30% in 3 months. Do you own any?
The small-cap mutual fund category returned an average 22.41% in the past three months, outperforming the Nifty Smallcap 250 TRI. Four schemes de
CBDT provides relief to charitable organisations on renewal of approval
CBDT has waived the delay in filing form 10AB for funds and institutions from October 1, 2025, to March 31, 2026, to ease genuine hardship, per a
Paytm Europe has been granted a payment institution licence by the Luxembourg financial supervisory authority CSSF to conduct credit and funds tr
ITR 2026: Who must file tax return even if their income is below 4 lakh?
Many taxpayers mistakenly believe they only need to file an income tax return (ITR) if their income exceeds 4 lakh. However, various situations,
IRDAI plans to implement staggered commissions, spreading payouts over the policy term to improve transparency, reduce churn and align distributo
The FIFA World Cup 2026 is set to be the most profitable tournament ever, with a prize pool of $871 million and the winning nation receiving $50
DGFT circular issued on May 11 says exporters should preferably meet officials of the rank of Additional Director or above to streamline interact
EPF Scheme 2026: PF above 1,800 now voluntary; what changes for you?
PF contributions above 1,800 a month are no longer mandatory under the new EPF Scheme. The contribution rate, wage ceiling and EPF interest rate
EPS-2026 replaces EPS-95: Eligibility, membership rules, and withdrawal conditions explained
The central government has notified EPS-2026, replacing previous versions. Effective from June 29, 2026, it clarifies eligibility, membership con
5 hidden credit card fees that can quietly increase your borrowing costs
Hidden credit card charges can quietly increase your borrowing costs and reduce your savings. Understanding key fees, payment terms and reward co
LTCG below 1.25 lakh? Why you may still need to file your income tax return
Many investors believe that tax-free long-term capital gains also mean they can skip filing an income tax return. Experts say the 1.25 lakh exemp
Indias services sector growth hits 17-month low in June on softer domestic demand: PMI
Challenging market conditions and reduced client interest dampened sales, resulting in stagnant hiring activity and lower business confidence
Strong El Nio may bring more extreme weather across the world, warns WMO
From scorching heat to torrential rain, the weather development threatens another volatile weather season globally
Smart tax planning for retirees: Pensioner ITR 2026 guide to deductions, benefits, and tax regimes
Smart tax planning for retirees can unlock valuable savings in ITR 2026. This guide explains pensioner tax deductions, old vs new tax regime bene
SGB redemption July 2026: 8 Sovereign Gold Bond series eligible for early exit
Investors holding eligible Sovereign Gold Bond (SGB) tranches can opt for premature redemption after completing the mandatory five-year holding p
Gold and silver prices today, 3 July: Check the latest 24K, 22K gold and 999 silver retail rates across Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and other major In
EPFO introduces 3-day PF claim settlement: What it means for subscribers
EPFO has introduced a three-day timeline for settling eligible PF claims as part of a broader overhaul of its services. The reforms also simplify
Govt to sell rice for ethanol at Rs 2320/qtl, wheat to millers at Rs 2585-2600/qtl
Pay only for the kilometres you drive: How PAYD insurance works
If you drive infrequently, a pay-as-you-drive (PAYD) policy could significantly lower your car insurance premium. Here's how it works, who should
8th Pay Commission: Odisha and West Bengal meetings take centre stagetop 5 updates you must know
The 8th Pay Commission is entering a crucial stage, with stakeholder meetings being held in Odisha and West Bengal to discuss salaries, pensions,
I asked ChatGPT how many credit cards are too many; Experts filled in the gaps with what AI missed
Several banks have altered credit card rewards, which may make cardholders reassess how many cards they need. I asked ChatGPT how many credit car
I asked ChatGPT how rich Indians must become for the country to be considered developed. We then compared the responses to what Axis Bank's chief
The agreement establishes a structured framework to assess the application of Hyperloop technology for cargo and freight transportation across do
Balwaan Krishi expands South India operations with new hubs in Chennai, Visakhapatnam
In Tamil Nadu, the facility unlocks significant demand for power weeders, brush cutters, sprayers, water pumps and harvesting equipment
Mega reprieve for auto sector as Centre waives 2,700 crore CAFE-2 penalties
The decision comes after PMOs intervention earlier this year to clear past dues before rolling out CAFE-3 norms
Ninjacart raises $6 million from existing investors
Says it has turned EBITDA-profitable; eyes public listing in two years
Cabinet approves reduction in broken grain content in PDS rice to 10% from 25%
Plans a phased rollout
SpiceJets retreat from Chennai hits passenger traffic, air cargo
Airline official said aircraft will be back in action by October
Indias coffee exports volumes rise 28% in Q1, value up 12% on higher demand
Outlook positive for rest of the year with slowing shipments from Vietnam, Brazil, says trade
Modi, Takaichi initiate deeper cooperation in AI, economic security, energy, defence
About 120 cooperation documents between Indian and Japanese companies, involving 2 trillion yen in investments, announced during the visit, Takai
The government's new EPF Scheme 2026 has come into effect as part of the Social Security Code 2020. Today, we explore and explain how and what ha
Airlines shun 10,000-crore ATF subsidy as fuel prices fall
The scheme was voluntary, and airlines were to sign agreements with oil marketing companies to avail of the capped price of about 115 per litre
Businessline journalist bags SOMS Thought Leadership Award in agri-journalism
This event, part of the Specialty Fertilizer Summit & B2B Expo 2026, celebrated journalists making waves in agricultural reporting and policy dis
EPS-2026 rules: Will you get pension if you leave your job before completing 10 years of service?
The central government has implemented EPS, 2026, replacing older pension schemes. Key provisions remain intact, but questions about eligibility
Yen at record low: Should Indian investors be worried? Experts weigh in
The yens weakness is not just a Japan story. For Indian investors, the impact is mostly indirect. While short-term volatility may rise if global
EPS-2026 replaces EPS-95: Does the 1,000 minimum pension continue? Here's what has changed
The Centre has introduced the Employees' Pension Scheme (EPS), 2026, replacing older versions. While procedural changes have been made, the minim
IVPA signs MoU with China industry body to strengthen edible oil trade
This cooperation establishes a strategic platform for sustained dialogue, buyer-seller connect, and collaborative initiatives that advance innova
SpiceJet reduces flights by 44% amid operational challenges
Airline pares capacity as leased aircraft are returned; expansion planned from October
