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Rise in middle class vulnerability
India is lifting its people out of income-based poverty but not moving them ahead for better upward mobility and economic opportunity. A World Ba
How to ensure your retirement savings sustain you through inflation, risk and other uncertainties
Smart planning for your retirement is part of fiscal responsibility for the future years. Here's how to ensure your retirement savings can sustai
Nithin Gatkari said that agricultural residues, biomass, ethanol, compressed bio-gas, and hydrogen present untapped income opportunities for farm
Airlines may get 5,000 crore credit support under proposed ECLGS variant
Scheme likely to run for five years with 1,000 crore cap per airline; aimed at easing West Asia crisis impact
US Hormuz blockade: Indian exporters brace for double trouble
Exporters await clarity on Trumps plans;Commerce Minister hopeful that FTAs with partners such as UK, EU, Oman will fuel export growth in FY27
West Asia Conflict: Govt hints at 21% ethanol blending
The ethanol blended petrol (EBP) programme has helped India save roughly 6 million tonne (mt), or around 44 million barrels annually
Kirloskar Brothers boosts naval capability with contribution to INS Taragiri
INS Taragiri is part of Indias push towards indigenisation in defence manufacturing and reflects the countrys growing expertise in advanced naval
A1 adds 10 multi-axle tankers to expand fleet
The company remains on track to fully repay all outstanding vehicle-related liabilities by October, transitioning to a 100% company owned and deb
FTAs to aid Indias export growth despite global turmoil: Piyush Goyal
The US FTA will happen as soon as we can get that competitive edge, says Commerce Minister
UP banned only forced sale of non-subsidised fertilizers to farmers
State Agriculture Minister Surya Pratap Shahi says growers are free to buy fertilizers of their choice
GE Aerospace to set up engine maintenance facility for IAFs Tejas jets
The facility, to be owned and operated by the IAF with GEs technical support, aims to reduce dependence on overseas repair centres and improve tu
Breakthrough in Kashmir brings wild Gucchi mushroom to controlled farming
After years of effort, the team standardised Gucchi mushroom cultivation techniques in greenhouses and open fields, turning a rare wild product i
No immediate impact of US blocking Iranian vessels on Indias crude cargoes
Over the past 45 days, India has slashed its dependence on crude from the Strait of Hormuz to just 30 per cent, down from over 50 per cent earlie
India strengthens Sri Lanka maritime push, counters China with strategic bets
The expansion is amid push to counter China, boost logistics presence
TReDS platforms set for 7080% growth after PSU payment mandate
The move, announced in the Union Budget 2026, aims to standardise payments, improve transparency and enable faster access to working capital for
Govt imposes import curbs on Glufosinate for 6 months
The import of Glufosinate and its salts will be restricted if the combined CIF value and anti-dumping duty is less than 1,154 per kg, stated the
GE Aerospace-IAF tie up for depo-level maintenance iof F404 -IN20 engines
The facility will be set up by the IAF with technical inputs from GE Aerospace and is expected to help Indias indigenous defence sustainment effo
Zero tax liability? 5 reasons filing nil income tax return in FY 2025-26 is a smart move
Smart filing builds compliance strength and financial credibility, even with zero tax liability. Filing a nil income tax return helps secure refu
New labour laws: Do changes impact your in-hand salary and tax regime? We ask experts
India's new Labour Codes focus on salary structure and long-term savings, according to experts. We ask them if it will also impact your in-hand s
Smart borrowing for a new car begins with carefully comparing car loan interest rates. In April 2026, leading banks offer competitive rates that
A car lease in CTC helps reduce your tax outgo. Here's how
Car lease fits within the definition of wages under the new labour codes, unlike HRA, LTA, or variable pay, which makes it easier for employers t
Public Provident Fund: How many times can you extend your PPF account after maturity?
The public provident fund (PPF) is a top choice when planning your finances for retirement. With guaranteed tax-exemption and a fixed interest ra
Retail inflation rose to 3.4% in March
Food inflation rose to 3.9% in March from 3.5% in February
Short-term pain, long-term gain: what the numbers say
A sharp correction has rattled investors, but five-year gains, currency effects and global comparisons suggest the damage may be less severe than
Centre vs Tamil Nadu: Sitharaman hits back at Stalin on paddy, wheat bonus row
Calling Stalins claims false narratives, Sitharaman said the January 9 letter was merely an advisory encouraging states to shift incentives towar
ITR filing 2026: 9 deductions salaried individuals can avail to reduce capital gains tax
ITR Filing: Salaried taxpayers will be able to file their taxes once they receive their Form 16 by 15 June, 2026. As we enter the ITR filing seas
HyFarm, Sri BioAesthetics in pact to boost potato ecosystem health
This collaboration will address some critical challenges in seed potato production and processing-grade consistency which includes soil-borne dis
Indias edible oil imports fall 9.2% in March over Feb due to demand correction
Data compiled by the Solvent Extractors Association of India (SEA) showed that India imported 11.73 lakh tonnes (lt) of edible oils in March comp
IMF flags global slowdown risk from Middle East war shock: Georgieva
Describing the situation as a classic negative supply shock, the IMF chief said countries will face slower economic growth even under a best-case
The major consultation phase opens as the 8th Central Pay Commission meetings move into stakeholder engagement across Delhi and Maharashtra. Thes
ESG data is reshaping Indias credit decisions: What borrowers must know
Credit decisions are shifting towards incorporating ESG data as essential for assessing borrower risk. The RBI's new framework encourages banks t
World Bank chief sounds alarm about looming jobs crisis even after war ends
1.2 billion entering workforce, but only 400 million jobs expected, Ajay Banga, World Bank President, said
How US employment income is taxed in India on return
Assuming you were in India for more than 182 days during FY2526, you would qualify as a tax resident in India. If ii is a short stay in the US, i
Senior Citizen FD Rates April 2026: SBI, PNB Bank of India and other PSU banks offer up to 7.25%
Senior Citizen FD Rates for April 2026 reveal that top PSU banks are offering up to 7.25%, highlighting safe, stable income options for retirees
SSY investment: The minimum investment in this scheme is 250 per year, while the maximum ceiling has been capped at 1.5 lakh per year. SSY rate o
Govt extends validity of $1400 per tonne MEP on honey exports till Dec 31
In August last year, MEP was reduced from $2000 to $1400 per tonne
Indian Railways clears 100 major projects worth 1.53 lakh crore for FY 2025-26
With a focus on inclusive growth and national integration, 100 railway projects involving new lines, doubling, multitracking and other works have
PM EDRIVE etruck push for 5600 electric trucks stalls despite 500 cr outlay
Parliamentary panel flags nil achievement in heavy-duty EV targets as of January 2026 and deadline extended to 2028 despite broader EV programme
How to get 2.17 crore from your 2,000 SIP investment? CA explains step-up SIP strategy
A step-up SIP is an investment strategy where you increase your SIP contributions in mutual funds by a fixed amount or percentage at regular inte
IMD to release 2026 monsoon forecast today
This initial outlook will be confined to the cumulative rainfall for the JuneSeptember season, omitting specific geographic or monthly breakdown
Income tax deadlines for FY27: From ITR filing to TDS certificate, key dates you should remember
Income tax calendar: Income tax last dates are not limited to just the ITR filing deadline, and taxpayers have to keep a tab on other payments li
Oil jumps 8% to above $100 ahead of U.S. blockade on Strait of Hormuz
President Donald Trump said on Sunday (April 12, 2026) the U.S. Navy would start blockading the Strait of Hormuz, raising the stakes after marath
Want to build a good credit score? Here's how you can do so even without a credit card
Building a good credit score is achievable even without a credit card. It takes consistent fiscal practices and financial discipline to form a st
Kisan Vikas Patra: Here's how long it takes to double your money
Kisan Vikas Patra is a 115-month small savings scheme offered by India Post and some banks, that doubles your investment at end of tenure. It has
Centre not taking away States power on bonus for agri produces, says FM Sitharaman
TN CM had accused the Centre of asking the States to reconsider providing incentives to the farmers
Carriers cut flights on cost pressures, uncertain demand
Passengers from Bangladesh connect to West Asia via Mumbai and Delhi
GE Aerospace scales AI from pilots to production; India anchors global capability
The firm has reduced false positives by over 50% and improved lead time by more than 60% using machine learning-led engine monitoring systems
With Indian households holding significant gold assets, alternatives such as Gold ETFs and Digital Gold are worth exploring. Here's a look at the
Can a non-salaried professional declare 50% income as profit under presumptive tax?
Under Section 44ADA of the Income Tax Act, 1961, an assessee opting for presumptive taxation is not required to maintain books of account, provid
Borrowers maintaining a good CIBIL score enhance their prospects of securing favourable home loan terms, resulting in significant time and cost s
West Asia crisis may push Indias current account deficit to 2% of GDP: Crisil
Rising crude, fertiliser imports and weaker inflows could strain external balance
UP-RERA eases property transfers in the state: What the new rules mean for buyers?
The UP-RERA amendments enhance buyer protection by allowing complaints against unregistered projects. It also eases the process of property trans
Tax Dept to resume Tiger Global reassessment, says GAAR relief wont alter SC ruling
Tax officials stated that the March 31 notification from the CBDT, which safeguards legacy investments made before April 1, 2017, does not change
The new labour laws, which were implemented in November 2025, and came into effect on 1 April, are quietly reshaping how salary is credited in In
Iranian officials have stated that vessels must coordinate with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) to pass, while some ships have repor
DMRC launches mid-life refurbishment of Blue Line trains to enhance safety and passenger experience
The oldest RS-1 trains are being upgraded with modern technology and facilities to ensure reliability and compliance with current standards, says
Retail inflation likely rose 3.5-4% in March
LPG price hike and rising service costs seen pushing CPI above Februarys 3.2%
RBI proposes safeguards for digital transactions what it means for senior citizens and other users
The RBI has proposed measures to combat online fraud, including transaction delays, additional authentication for vulnerable users, and caps on b
'West Asia war a good opportunity for energy reforms, lower costs for industry'
The month-long West Asia conflict presents a great opportunity to set the pricing correctly for energy, says Neelkanth Mishra, chief economist of
PPF Income Strategy: With the right amount of discipline, you can grow a corpus of over 1 crore using PPF and get 61,000 monthly as pension from
Indias marine exports surge to 62,408 crore in 2024-25, Govt sets 1 lakh crore target
Exporters urged to diversify markets and adopt open-market approach amid strong global demand
TDS on bank interest explained: Who is liable and how much gets deducted under new income tax rules?
The Income Tax Act, 2025, effective April 1, maintains existing TDS thresholds on bank interest. The I-T department clarified the definition of b
From diesel to daylight: How government solar schemes are powering Indias farmers
The transition from diesel to solar is no longer on the horizon it is already happening at scale
The next energy leap: Replicating ethanols success in diesel
The real question is no longer feasibility, but how quickly India can build a complete ecosystem to scale bio-isobutanol
8th Pay Commission update: The fitment factor is the multiplier the new CPC uses to calculate the new basic pay. The 8th Pay Commission will take
Centre raises export duties on diesel, aviation turbine fuel
The Government hikes windfall tax on diesel to 55.5 per litre and ATF 42 per litre with immediate effect
Margin trading is growing fast. The risk is growing faster.
Margin Trading Facility exposure has surged to 1.2 trillion. Individually rational borrowing can become collectively dangerous and when leverage
Why gold has not played its safe-haven role amid West Asia war
Gold was expected to thrive on war and uncertainty in 2026. Instead, rising oil, higher yields and a stronger dollar knocked it off course. Heres
The Centre has kept small savings schemes returns unchanged for the April-June 2026 quarter. When it comes to bank fixed deposits vs small saving
Provident Fund: Step-by-step guide to withdraw your PF online or offline, the types of withdrawal, what forms to use, limits to partial withdrawa
Windfall levy on export bound diesel, ATF raised
The windfall levy on diesel would now be 55.5 a litre as against 21.5 a litre. Similarly export bound jet fuel will attract levy of 42 a litre as
Central Railway to run four special local trains for Ambedkar Jayanti
The special services will run on both the Main Line and Harbour Line during late-night hours
UPI payments are often sent using a linked phone number, and it is very easy to mistype the same on your phone keyboard. By the time you realise,
The Income Tax Department has launched the new TRACES 2.0 portal to enhance TDS compliance. The user-friendly interface allows for streamlined na
Cotton Association revises output estimates for 2025-26 up at 324 lakh bales of 170 kg each
Better than expected output in Maharashtra has prompted the crop revision
8th Pay Commission latest updates: Currently, there are three categories of consultants that the government hiring notification has listed. See b
20 lakh CTC? Here's how much your take home salary will be under new labour laws
Take-home salary changes: The new labour laws are reshaping how your salary is credited each month. The government said that the primary reason f
ICICI Prudential Mutual Fund has declared payout under its Income Distribution cum Capital Withdrawal (IDCW) option for its Medium-Term Bond Fund
While all banks have their own fixed deposits, small finance banks often offer significantly better FD interest rates to their customers. Here ar
Muted pricing power, rising costs to curb benefits of demand in cement sector: HDFC Securities
The brokerage further said that Despite a resilient demand outlook, the sector is expected to face headwinds in the coming quarters, with energy
Stock market correction: Have domestic inflows changed the rules for Indian equities?
For years, foreign institutional investors (FIIs) drove market direction. Now, domestic institutional investors (DIIs), backed by mutual fund and
Agtech marketing in the age of regional content and creator communities
With nearly 75% of Indias digital-only users based in rural regions, agri-tech marketing needs a fundamental reset
Rajnath Singh, Nitin Gadkari to join 3-day agri event at Shivrajs home turf, starting today
Unnat Krishi Mela, the 3-day national level exhibition and conference, will be held at Raisen in Madhya Pradesh
How agripreneurship will drive improved rural livelihoods in India
Agripreneurship offers a powerful pathway to enable this transition by turning farmers into business-oriented producers who can leverage technolo
Worlds largest tur producer, yet an importer: A self-sufficiency puzzle unfolding on ground
India is the largest producer of pulses, accounting for 38 per cent of global cultivated area, yet yields are less than half those of Ethiopia
Ethanol in diesel generators: Indias next practical step towards energy security
With the right policy support, pilot projects, and industry participation, this opportunity can evolve into a transformative national success
How sustainable sourcing can unlock value in Indias agri-value chains
At a time when supply chains are both strategic assets and vulnerabilities, sustainability is central to long-term value creation
West Asia Crisis: Induction cooking may consume 13-27 GW power
Sales of induction cooktops have surged dramatically in the past four weeks
Govt defers power plant maintenance for three months; ready for summer demand
Additional capacity will help compensate for around 8,000 MW of gas-based power capacity
India to continue buying Russian crude oil
The 30-day US sanctions exemption, which facilitated these oil imports from Moscow, is set to conclude on April 11
