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Almost 42 per cent districts (327) saw diesel sales rising over 10 per cent in May 2026 compared to last year
Siemens secures order from Titagarh Rail Systems for Pune Metro extension project
The order includes design, manufacturing, supply and warranty of traction converters, auxiliary converters, traction motors and TCMS for 12 train
Markets gain on West-Asia ceasefire hopes; oil slides
Investor wealth jumps 18 lakh crore in two sessions; FPIs turn net buyers for the first time in 11 sessions
IndiGo tweaks business class offering to lure flyers
Priority baggage has been implemented for Indigo Stretch customers from May1to make the product more attractive
Nischa Shah left 200,000 banking career to build a $1 million YouTube business- here's her story
Nischa Shah walked away from a high-paying career, gave up a six-figure bonus and turned a YouTube side hustle into a business generating more th
Planning a family vacation in India during June requires carefully balancing the desire for pleasant weather against the reality of the Indian mo
India receives 32% deficient rains during June 1-15: IMD
Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh and Puducherry have received 68.2 mm rainfall until June 15, which is 9% lower than its
Oman transit corridor rescues Indias West Asia exports
Indias exports to the region bounced back in May as strategic rerouting through Omans Sohar, Salah, Duqm ports helped bypass the Strait of Hormuz
Overall unemployment cools in May as national LFPR dips to 54.4%
Female Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR) for individuals aged 15 years and above stood at 32.8 per cent in May, 2026
USTR Jamieson Greer to visit India to finalise interim trade deal amid diplomatic friction
High-level talks with Piyush Goyal on June 23-24 to push forward pact despite political backlash over Indian mariners killings and ongoing Sectio
Public sector units must be the patient investor in Indias long-term future: CEA Anantha Nageswaran
The peace deal that has been announced is welcome for an oil, natural gas and fertiliser importing country like India: Nageswaran
NCRs Noida International Airport opens for business: Centre says envisaged as a true aerotropolis
One of the first flights flagged off from the airport ferried farmers whose land was acquired for the development of the project .
Upskilled slum dwellers power Indias retail, healthcare and gig economy
Recruiters are increasingly tapping low-income communities as workforce pipelines for retail, logistics, hospitality and gig economy.
Telangana ready to take up Metro Rail phase- 2 project with 100 per cent equity: CM Reddy
Asks the Center to to issue NoC for taking up the Metro Rail expansion
12 ships carrying 6 lt of urea and DAP may head to India once Strait of Hormuz opens
Over 84 lt more fertilisers needed by Sept 30 to meet demand with current stocks at 197 lt
May goods exports jump 18% to $45 b; trade deficit widens to $28 b
A peace deal in West Asia would positively impact trade, says Commerce Secretary
Indias soyabean imports may touch a record 9 lakh tonnes for oil year 2025-26
Trade body SOPA, USDA revise import estimates upwards on shortfall in domestic output
Got your Form 16 from employer? Here's what you should check before filing ITR
Form 16 forms the basis of income reporting in ITR. It is important to verify the details mentioned in it, including total income, tax deducted a
Pralhad Joshi launches Indias first wind turbine supply chain management portal
It will enable supplier discovery and qualification, strengthen collaboration across the supply chain, enhance export readiness and ensure secure
RITES taps AI to step up service and revenue
RITES bets big on AI through Abhikalp innovation hub
Can EPFO recover PF money after employers violation? Telangana HC delivers key ruling
The Telangana High Court has ruled that EPFO cannot recover provident fund dues from an employee for an employer's alleged violation of EPF rules
Why salaried taxpayers should not file ITR without Form 16: Key risks explained
According to Mrinal Mehta, Joint Secretary at Bombay Chartered Accountants' Society, while filing without Form 16 is legally permissible, it can
China vs Russia I asked Gemini which international solo trip is best under 1.5 lakh
If you want a trip where you can easily afford comfortable hotels, take high-speed trains across the country, eat wherever you want, and still ha
Mangaluru Airport improves landing safety with Category-I lighting system
The PAL Category I system is designed to provide pilots with enhanced visual guidance during the critical final stages of landing, particularly u
Campco asks UP government to remove mandi tax on arecanut
A Campco team met Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath in Lucknow, and highlighted the difficulties being faced by cooperative organisati
Section 143(2) explained: Why the Income Tax Department may scrutinise your ITR this year
Sharp clarity on Income Tax scrutiny notices under Section 143(2) shows how returns are selected for verification, deadlines for notices, and com
RBI flags rising money mule fraud: Why sharing your bank account can be dangerous
Banks and regulators are warning about the risks of money mule accounts in online fraud as digital transactions rise. The RBI advises customers t
Money-market fund vs short-duration fund: Where to park your cash and why
Money-market funds primarily invest in short-term instruments maturing within one year, while short-duration funds invest in a mix of debt securi
They claim the decision was arbitrary without consulting stakeholders and exporters, but APEDA sources say due process has been followed
Milma targets 10,000 crore turnover by 2030-31, eyes global expansion
Milma recorded a turnover of 4,344 crore in 2025-26
Gold curbs won't work. Financial innovation will
India's instinct to curb gold imports via higher duties and moral appeals is self-defeatingit drives up domestic prices, spurs exchange-traded fu
IRF president emeritus urges tax reforms to boost research and innovation
Kapila flags anomalies in taxation of helmets and stethoscopes versus cricket in letter to PM
Blenders, upcountry buyers lift tea prices at Coonoor auctions
Improved demand and low quantity on offer facilitate the upward trend
Exports up 18% to $45.2 billion in May
Imports, too, grew 20.62% to $73.41 billion in May, leaving a trade deficit of $28.21 billion.
Real-time lending: Why modern digital infrastructure is the future of credit
The lending industry is shifting to real-time infrastructure to meet borrower demands for speed and data security. APIs and modern platforms enab
Today marks the final day for stakeholders to submit their memorandum to the 8th Pay Commission. Major proposals include increasing gratuity payo
Harsh Pati Singhania named ICC Chair, Paris
His appointment comes at an opportune moment as India emerges as the fastest-growing major economy and an influential voice of the Global South,
EPF Interest 2026: When will 8.25% interest be credited to your account?
Subscribers can track whether the annual interest has been credited through the EPFO passbook portal by logging in with their Universal Account N
Crude oil near $80 per barrel: Could India see a drop in petrol, diesel and LPG prices?
WTI crude oil drops to around $80 per barrel today, while Brent crude falls nearly 4% to around $83.82 per barrel. However, key questions remain.
WPI rises to 9.68% in May; Producer Price Index makes debut
First reading under the new 2022-23 base year shows wholesale price pressures intensifying amid West Asia disruptions
FD holder dies without nominee or will? Heres how families can claim the money
A missing nominee or will can delay access to savings. Understand how legal heirs can claim fixed deposits, the documents required, and the proce
What are mutual funds buying? ICICI Bank, Lenskart, Gujarat Gas among top picks
Mutual funds increased exposure across a mix of banking, digital and energy stocks in May. Here's a look at the large-, mid- and small-cap names
Jewar villagers who gave land for Noida International Airport board first flight from same soil
Many women from the Jewar region of Gautam Buddh Nagar arrived at the airport with boarding passes for the first flight from the new facility
K2 Infragen bags 158.58 crore railway electrification order from Konkan Railway
The scope of work is aimed at strengthening railway traction capacity to support the 3,000 MT loading target
FM Sitharaman hints at more measures to boost foreign inflows
She highlighted RBI-backed measures to reduce hedging risks and boost inflows, while assuring preparedness to handle uncertainties such as monsoo
Lower base effect leads automobile sales growth in May: SIAM
Total vehicles sales grow by 17.3% y-o-y to 24,11,783 units in May against 20,55,714 units in May 2025
India's solar demand projected to surge at 22% CAGR by FY35 on massive data center boom
A Nuvama report estimates Indias power demand will grow at a sustained 6% CAGR over the next decade, fueled by economic growth, urbaniSation, man
Home loan rates start at 7.15% this June 2026, giving borrowers a chance to cut borrowing costs by carefully comparing lenders, charges, repaymen
Monsoon progress held back by dry westerlies as west coast eyes rain revival
A positive development is establishment of crucial seasonal trough from west Rajasthan to the plains of West Bengal offering a key pathway for mo
Piyush Goyal discusses India-UK ties in innovation, technology with UK Trade Secy
Sharing details of the interaction on X, Goyal said the discussions focused on expanding partnerships that could drive economic growth and create
Noida Airport begins passenger flights; first flight from Lucknow
IndiGo flight 6E 2278 departed from Lucknows Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport at 7:12 am and arrived at Noida International Airport a
Parag Parikh vs HDFC Flexi Cap Fund: Returns, risk, expenses, and portfolio holdings compared
Parag Parikh Flexi Cap Fund currently leads the category with an AUM of 1.41 lakh crore, followed closely by HDFC Flexi Cap Fund at 1.01 lakh cro
Mutual fund investing: 5 key ratios to check before choosing a fund
Returns alone don't tell the full story of a mutual fund. Here's how alpha, beta, Sharpe ratio and other key metrics can help investors assess ri
Book profits or stay invested at market highs? Historical data may settle the debate
The analysis of 25 years of rolling market data suggests that remaining fully invested in equities gave better long-term returns rather than syst
Gold prices rose on 15 June due to optimism following a US-Iran peace deal. MCX gold for August futures increased by 1.71% to 1,53,490 per 10 gra
8th Pay Commission developments: Key updates include consultation visits, an extended memorandum deadline and stakeholder outreach across multipl
Milky Mist updating books with FY26 numbers, to file UDRHP for IPO, says CEO Rathnam
Tamil Nadu-based dairy firm has got SEBI approval for a 2,035 crore IPO in October 2025 and it expires in October this year
8th Pay Commission: 15 June marks key compliance deadlines, including the submission of memoranda, advance tax payments and Form 16 issuance aff
NRIs who become tax residents in India can defer tax on foreign retirement accounts until withdrawal by filing Form 40. This applies to accounts
Wheels turn for over $10-billion US tariff repatriation to India
Cross-border digital payment gateways have also stepped in, offering to route the refunds without opening foreign accounts at a fraction of stand
Tax-free income in India: 5 sources every taxpayer should know about
Certain income types are exempt from taxation under the Income Tax Act, helping taxpayers minimize their tax liabilities. Here are some options y
ICICI Lombard warns that car insurance claims for damage from E20 fuel in older, non-compatible vehicles may be rejected, as such usage could be
Rupee level not a threshold, exchange rate a shock absorber: CEA Nageswaran
Attempting to rigidly defend a particular level could be counterproductive for the wider economy, says Nageswaran
Blooming paradox: Indias flower industry hits record highs even as the Northeast withers
Tamil Nadu leads in flower production
Salaried taxpayers can choose between old and new tax regimes until the ITR deadline. Employers will apply the new regime if no preference is com
Government asks shipping companies to restrict seafarer deployment in Persian Gulf
According to the International Maritime Organisation there have been 46 attacks on in and around Strait of Hormuz since February 28 resulting in
A working professional seeks a practical Work-From-Anywhere experience for a month-long family vacation in India. ChatGPT suggests 5 suitable des
Given the current macroeconomic and geopolitical context, we anticipate inflation may exceed the RBIs upper band of 6% in 2H27, the brokerage sta
Where to put your green money: AP, Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan stand out in Indias energy transition
IEEFAs latest study ranks states on their readiness to attract renewable energy capital and support the electricity transition
What makes UIDAI's new Aadhaar app different from mAadhaar? Do you need to transfer data manually?
The mAadhaar app will be replaced by a new Aadhaar app, launched on January 28, 2026, to enhance privacy and control over data. Here's what makes
Domestic volumes rose 20% in May as improved rural sentiment and lower GST continued to support demand
Corporate burnout is real: Can I afford to take a one-year sabbatical? I asked ChatGPT
Corporate burnout motivates considering a sabbatical. I asked ChatGPT if I should go for it.
Finance Ministry widens definition of overseas individual investors participating in capital markets
Experts feel the move may not enough to bring in foreign investment because the reason for their receding interest in India is a factor of struct
As of June 14, 2026, senior citizens over 60 can access higher FD interest rates, with extra benefits for those over 80. Various banks offer addi
Indias EV expansion kick-off June 15 with 16 rollouts vs 7 ICE models
Indias automotive industry will shift significantly with 16 electric vehicles (EVs) launching on June 15, surpassing seven internal combustion en
IRDAI has issued guidelines on Migration and Portability for health insurance, allowing policyholders to transfer benefits between insurers or wi
The bioeconomic human infra balance sheet: Why farmer health is Indias ultimate fiscal shield
Protecting the smallholders body is the most cost-effective strategy available to shield the State budget and defend Indias sovereign food securi
Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) influence Indian markets but their control has diminished. Increased domestic participation has reduced relian
Use the 3/20/30/40 rule for home loans to buy a house without straining your finances
Avoid costly borrowing mistakes with the 3/20/30/40 rule for home loans as a guide to efficient home loan planning. This simple framework helps h
Chennai-based company brings down Indias popcorn maize imports, more than doubles domestic output
Gourmet Popcornica has gone all out to build the countrys popcorn value chain, from hybrid seed and farmer partnerships to kernel processing, sto
Green farms, green future: Why electric mobility is becoming essential for sustainable agriculture
As technology continues to evolve and infrastructure expands, electric mobility is poised to become an essential pillar of sustainable agricultur
10 lakh lump sum vs 10,000 SIP for 100 months - which built a bigger corpus?
Investors often compare lump sum investing and SIPs for wealth growth. A lump sum involves a single, large investment, while a SIP allows regular
From dream to enterprise: Udhampur womans spice unit empowers local women
Avilasha Salarias unit promotes local products, creates jobs, and strengthens the Vocal for Local initiative.
Gadkari clears E100 fuel framework, paving way for ethanol-only vehicles in India
India has cleared the regulatory framework for 100% ethanol (E100) fuel, Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari said on Saturda
On June 14, gold prices in India remained stable, with 24-karat gold at 150,900 per 10 grams. Silver saw limited movement, with 999 Fine priced a
The real cost of parenthood? Man says he spent nearly 4 lakh before daughter turned 6 months
According to Chakravarty, expenses begin immediately after pregnancy is confirmed, with regular doctor visits, scans, blood tests and medicines.
Home loan insurance adoption jumps 7X in 5 months: What's driving India's borrowers to sign up?
Home loan insurance adoption has surged sevenfold recently, driven by borrowers seeking to protect families from loan liabilities. Most purchaser
As global capital chases AI, are Indian large caps valuations now attractive?
Driven by a bruising $30-billion foreign institutional sell-off, the Nifty 50 has dropped back into its historical valuation average, potentially
Gold's rally may be changing your portfolio in ways you haven't noticed
A rising gold price may feel reassuring, but a hedge that grows too large can become the biggest risk in your portfolio. Here's why rebalancing m
Eligible nominees for EPF include spouses, children, and dependent parents. Members without families can nominate others, but the nomination beco
