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Dearness Allowance: DA for Pensioners Who is eligible, how does it work? Here's all you need to know
Retired central govt employees are eligible for individual or family pensions which are adjusted every time the CPC rolls out a DA hike or cut, d
Air India to announce board decisions at town hall after FY26 loss review
Management likely to propose route rationalisation, workforce measures to stabilise finances
APEDA to conduct Basmati survey in 4 mln ha, double the area of actual crop grown
Discrepancy with APEDAs 2.14 million hectare estimate sparks debate on GI zone expansion as Madhya Pradesh inclusion remains sub-judice
Maritime India Foundation formalises agreements with IITs and IMU
With the formalisation of the MoUs, the Sagarmala Startup Innovation Initiative program now advances into its execution phase, where the MIHs wil
Indian industry led by pharma to invest $20.5 billion in the US
Includes $1.1 bn announced at SelectUSA 2026 and Sun Pharmas $11.75 billionn Organon acquisition
WOTR implements groundwater management initiative in 183 villages
The community-led groundwater management initiative is being implemented in Maharashtra, Telangana, Madhya Pradesh and Odisha using its Community
SpiceJet, Akasa seen as frontrunners to access airline-specific loans under ECLGS
Loans capped at 1,000 crore per carrier; government offers up to 90 per cent credit guarantee support
National pension scheme: The NPS Vatsalya Scheme allows children below 18 years to partially withdraw funds from their accounts under certain cir
India, Vietnam set $25 billion bilateral trade target by 2030
Modi, Vietnamese President To Lam welcome cooperation in digital payments, new initiatives in rare earths; 13 MOUs signed
Truck rentals in April stay firm amid stable logistics activity: Shriram Mobility Bulletin
Petrol consumption fell around 3% m-o-m, diesel around 5%, signalling weaker freight movement
S&P Global lowers Indias growth forecast to 6.6% for FY27
India is facing external economic shock from energy supply disruptions, rising oil and gas prices and currency volatility, says report
Industree Foundation partners Jharkhand to boost bamboo based livelihoods
To integrate 1 lakh smallholder women farmers over next four years
Fixed deposit investment strategies can help retirees and senior citizens generate a safe, predictable monthly income of 50,000 through fixed dep
I asked ChatGPT to calculate the required financial independence, retire early aka F.I.R.E. number to create retirement corpus with 15 lakh per a
Govt's foodgrain stocks hit 604 lakh tonnes, nearly three times buffer requirement
Procurement of wheat and rice from the 2026 rabi season is currently underway. About 97 per cent of the wheat sown area of 334.17 lakh hectare ha
7th Pay Commission for West Bengal govt staff: Will BJP keep its poll promise? Here is what we know
West Bengal government employees are closely tracking developments on the 7th Pay Commission. As the new BJP government is set to take charge, he
GCC Indians dump real estate, pile into Indian stocks amid Gulf war fears
GCC NRIs shift investments from real estate to Indian stocks, driven by regional conflict and changing remittance patterns.
Netherlands join hands with Indian spice industry on sustainability
B. N. Jha said India exports over 250 varieties of spices and value-added products to more than 180 countries and continues to hold significant g
KPIT Tech to acquire Israeli auto cybersecurity firm Cymotive for up to $120 mn
The acquisition will be executed in multiple tranches, starting with an initial investment of $10 million in preference capital, which is expecte
Shashi Shekhar Vempati to lead CBFC
Vempati will hold office for 3 years
Manufacturing growth sentiment remains positive despite rising costs in Q4 FY26: FICCI Survey
On the export front, sentiment remain stable, with around 80 per cent of respondents expecting exports to be higher or unchanged compared to the
Darjeeling tea industry expected to witness higher first flush crop than last two years
In the last 2 years the industry had suffered significant crop losses for the high-value first flush teas due to prolonged dry spell
India's steel output, consumption rise in April; prices recover across categories: Govt
Crude steel production up 5.8%, consumption jumps 8.1% YoY, on strong infrastructure and manufacturing demand
CACP recommends revising ethanol price in view of increase in sugarcane FRP
Suggests exploring feasibility of dual pricing mechanism for sugar
India targeting $25 billion trade with Vietnam by 2030, PM Modi says
Car loan interest rates May 2026: SBI, ICICI, HDFC and top banks offer from 7.60% Full comparison
Car loan interest rate comparison for May 2026 covers leading public and private banks. Check competitive rates, EMI planning, repayment strategi
India to maintain conditional support on WTO e-commerce duty moratorium
New Delhi unlikely to join US-led small group as General Council resumes talks on moratorium extension and TRIPS alignment
RBI also laid ground rules for how these seized assets must be handled, including how long the lenders can keep them, and who is banned from buyi
The inflation-growth double whammy: how investors should rebalance now
With inflation rising and growth forecasts trimmed, investors face a double whammy. Heres how to recalibrate portfolios across debt, equities, re
Adani Ports & SEZ charts Europe entry, earmarks 11,00013,000 cr for marine fleet scale-up
The marine business currently contributes about 7% of APSEZs overall business, with the company holding a 70% market share in Indias marine servi
Cement sector faces margin pressure amid weak demand and rising costs
While companies have raised prices across regions, sustainability remains uncertain amid subdued demand conditions.
PPF account: You will remain a crorepati despite drawing 1 lakh monthly pension for 20 years
PPF accouont holders can expect 1,54,50,911 maturity amount after 30 years, assuming a flat PPF interest rate of 7.10% throughout this period
RBI informed the Supreme Court that 30 banks are now integrated with the UDGAM portal, allowing legal heirs to search unclaimed deposits online.
Earning 3% on idle cash? Sweep-in FDs may offer a smarter fix
Savings accounts offer safety but little return. Sweep-in facilities promise FD-level interest without sacrificing liquidity. Heres how they work
India pilots barrier-less tolling with AI-powered MLFF system on highways
NHAI uses Cron AI platform to implement barrier-less toll collection; Rajasthan and Telangana among the first with live locations
The projects will expand the Indian Railways network by about 901 km, improve access to key tourist destinations, and enhance freight capacity.
PMI services rose to 5-month high of 58.8 in April
Strong domestic demand lifts PMI; new orders strengthen even as overseas demand weakens amid West Asia tensions
Actual ODI outflow jumps 84% in two years
Singapore leads as top destination with outflows of over $7.6 billion, followed by the US with over $4 billion; financial services sector account
UN sounds alarm over humanitarian crisis as 20,000 seafarers stranded in Persian Gulf stalemate
Iranian ports pose war-zone risks, while visa restrictions and logistical hurdles along the Arab states lining the Gulfs southern shores make it
Why fund managers have turned cautious on long duration funds
Investors who were looking at gilt funds as a tactical play, expecting yields to normalise in the medium-term, would be better off waiting for fr
Nabard projects 5.11 lakh crore credit plan for Andhra Pradesh in 202627
Naidu asks NABARD to support horticulture sector in AP
The rupee hit a record low on 5 May 2026, amid the United States and Iran conflict. After a weak opening, it fell to 95.43 against the US dollar,
SelectUSA Summit: Indian companies pledge 1.1 billion investment and 1,500 jobs
The investments span aerospace, defence, energy, advanced manufacturing and artificial intelligence, and are expected to create around 1,500 jobs
SBI employees to go on a 2-day strike on May 25,26: Check their 16 key demands
State Bank of India employees plan a two-day strike on May 25-26, 2026, to demand better working conditions and job security. The All India State
The new Income-Tax Act 2025 replaced the original Tax Deducted at Source forms Form 15G and 15H with a single Form 121, as part of the governme
Tenant rights in India: How much of security deposit can be legally deducted by your landlord?
Security deposit rules in India, guided by the Model Tenancy Act, 2021, vary by state and dictate how much landlords can collect and under what c
Indian Cabinet approves 5,659 crore for 5-year tenure Cotton Productivity Mission
Initially, 140 districts will be focussed in 14 States through State Department of Agriculture and ICAR for upscaling the technologies by involvi
61% chance of El Nino emerging before July, says US Climate Prediction Center
Since February, above-average sea surface temperatures (SSTs) have emerged in the far-eastern equatorial Pacific
Cabinet approves guarantee for 2.55 lakh cr credit to MSME, non-MSME, airlines
The scheme aims to provide credit guarantee coverage of 100 per cent for MSMEs and 90 per cent for non-MSMEs as well as airline sector.
Cabinet approves 10/quintal hike in sugarcane price for 2026-27 season
The Indian Sugar and Bio-energy Manufacturers Association has noted that while the FRP (365 per quintal) increase rightly supports farmers, it al
Siemens Mobility delivers first of 1,200 electric freight locomotives to Indian Railways
Jointly opens first maintenance depot in Visakhapatnam with Indian Railways
New governments often bring fresh vision for industrial policy, says CII chief Rajiv Memani
Even if West Asia settles soon, it will take 3-4 months for logistics, energy capacities to stabilise.
ChatGPT recommends planning for global education beyond Harvard. It outlines significant costs for a master's degree, estimating up to 7.22 crore
Buy Now Pay Later: Here's how BNPL works, who is eligible and how it impacts your credit score
Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) is a short-term financing option allowing customers to buy items and pay in installments. Here's all you need to know ab
Centre approves procurement of 9023 tonnes of sunflower in Karnataka
Approving a proposal from the Karnataka government, Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan sanctioned the procurement of 9,023 metric tonnes
On an ongoing basis, the RBI too, on its part, can consider some further refinements, particularly with regard to more engagement on its core inf
Air India trims international flying in May as fuel costs, geopolitics weigh in
North America operations down 20 per cent; CEO cites West Asia tensions and unprofitable long-haul routes as key factors
Govt issues updated SOPs on FDI proposals fixing 12-week timeline, paperless process
Will improve ease of doing business by making FDI approvals faster, transparent, and fully digital, say analysts
Income tax returns: From salaried individuals overwhelmed by the process to first time ITR filers Here's a checklist of necessary documents, inc
EPF vs PPF: Key differences, rules, tax benefits and returns explained
EPF and PPF are key long-term savings instruments in India. While EPF is for salaried employees, PPF is open to all. Both offer tax benefits and
Procol helps Zuari FarmHub accelerate freight procurement cycles
Zuari FarmHub is in partnership with Procol to digitise and centralise its freight sourcing operations
Dearness Allowance: What are the types of DA? How often are they revised? We answer the top FAQs
Dearness Allowance is of two types, one which is revised quarterly based on CPI, and the other revised semi-annually. Both these aim to mitigate
Loan waiver offer? RBI says it could be a scam; 5 ways borrowers can protect themselves
RBI warns borrowers about rising fake loan waiver scams nationwide, urging verification with banks, avoiding upfront fees, and relying on officia
The 8th CPC has extended its deadline for stakeholders to submit their memorandum of suggestions for the panel ahead of its recommendations. Here
Kerala fishers urge PM to order fresh study before deep-sea fishing permits
Currently, there are about 3 lakh fishing boats of various sizes operating in the deep sea
NHAI road award slowdown deepens, FY27 outlook remains challenging: Nuvama
Construction falls 78 per cent year-on-year as FY26 misses target; no budget boost for FY27 limits recovery hopes
A digital living will: What it means for your family's financial decision
Maharashtras digital living will framework may seem like a small administrative step. But for families that use it, it does something estate plan
9000 monthly SIP can help you retire at 45 with 2 lakh monthly pension
A 25-year-old investor can accumulate 3,64,92,972 in the next 20 years through a disciplined monthly SIP of 9,000, potentially providing a monthl
AC prices set to rise further amid new energy norms, rising input costs: Blue Star MD
Speaking with ANI on the sidelines of the CII-BFSI summit 2026, Advani highlighted that input costs across the manufacturing sector have seen an
Rooftop solar additions surge 2x in FY26, led by Maha, UP, Gujarat
In the financial year ending March 2026, a total of about 21.2 lakh households were benefited fromrooftop solar installations under the scheme
Ships cluster further from Hormuz Strait as Iran widens control
Crew members have reported hearing radio broadcasts warning vessels of new boundaries defended by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps
India most resilient emerging market economy; better placed to manage future shocks: Moody's
It said India had made key policy choices that support stability well before the recent stress period
Rupee falls to 95.16/USD, highlighting currency weakness, as Steve Hanke warns of a continued slide without inflows, which could impact inflation
100% FDI in Insurance: What rule says? What will be its impact?
The Finance Ministry has approved 100% foreign direct investment in the insurance sector under the automatic route, with a 20% cap for LIC. This
Horticulture FPOs must focus on business-to-consumers to get better returns
There is a need to develop 500 collectives like Sahyadri Farms in India to graduate agriculture and allied sectors to the next level, Srivastava,
MP govt extends deadline for wheat procurement slot booking to May 23
Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Monday announced the two-week extension from the previous May 9 cutoff to ensure no cultivator is left out of the s
Dharmendra Pradhan calls for higher private sector investment in research, innovation
Currently, 70% of research funding in India comes from the government, which is unhealthy; We need a 50-50 contribution between government and in
The great fuel hedge: can EVs become a solution to India's ICE volatility
With crude over $110, a weak rupee, E20 mandates and BS6 diesel costs rising, electric vehicles are emerging not just as green alternatives but a
The meeting marked a key milestone towards deepening defence ties with a focus on enhancing maritime security in the Bay of Bengal under MAHASAGA
Indias retail car sales hit April high, but Mideast crisis clouds outlook
Passenger vehicle sales rose 12.2% year-on-year to 407,355 units, a record for April, helped by a boost from last September's rate cuts
The discussions also explored future pathways under the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), along with broader frameworks for ec
Emirates reconnecting the world through Dubai with 96% of its global network restored
In the past weeks, the airline has progressively resumed services across the Americas, Europe, Africa, West Asia, the Middle East/GCC, the Far Ea
AC makers may raise prices; Intex plans hike as costs surge, demand shifts lower
Industry-wide hikes are expected, with brands like LG Electronics and Samsung Electronics also likely to adjust prices
Auto demand upcycle to continue for next 2-3 quarters, growth to remain strong till CY26: Report
The report cautioned that escalating geopolitical tensions remain a key risk, particularly for export volumes and profitability in 1HFY27
From using appropriate forms, to making proper income disclosures, filling correct details and attaching documentation for proof Here are the to
FD rates comparison: Here's a look at the latest bank fixed deposit rates offered by the biggest lenders State Bank of India, ICICI Bank, HDFC Ba
Direct tax collection missed revised estimates, but grew 5% over FY25
In the RE for FY26, the government projected its direct tax collection at Rs 24.21 lakh crore
Indias rice purchase reaches near 50 million tonnes, up 6% from a year ago
Government may be forced to dipose of the grain via sales to ethanol distilleries and open market
The IT Ministry clarifies that it has no plans for a new look for its Aadhaar cards, adding that such speculation is not correct. Here's what's n
Have millets for one meal a day: Millet Marvels campaign
ICAR-IIMR Director Tara Satyavathi pointed out that the National Institute of Nutrition recommended millets should constitute one-third of the ce
