Sebi has introduced a framework to expedite the transmission of securities to legal heirs, introducing Quick Transmission Processing (QTP) for sm
Bank FDs offer senior citizens a secure investment option for managing expenses like medical and living costs. Here is a comparison of fixed depo
Air India Express set to open bookings for inaugural international flight to Abu Dhabi
Services to start from Navi Mumbai Airport on July 15
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will release the 23rd installment of the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana on 20 June 2026. Each beneficiary will get 2,0
Income-tax returns: The Income-Tax Department has introduced some key changes in how taxpayer report income using the ITR-4 / Sugam form online f
India preferred hub for manufacturing, GCCs: Experts at Houston roundtable
The roundtable facilitated discussions on strengthening India-US partnerships in trade, technology and innovation while showcasing opportunities
Mutual funds are effective for wealth creation, but regular portfolio reviews are essential. Investors should conduct light checks periodically a
Heavy rain expected in over 10 districts of Tamil Nadu as Southwest Monsoon intensifies
Heavy rain likely at isolated places over Nilgiris, Erode, Salem, Dharmapuri, Krishnagiri, Coimbatore, Theni, Dindigul, and Kanyakumari districts
From waste to wealth: Why crop residue burning is a systems failure, not a seasonal
If sustained and scaled, crop residue can cease to be a recurring environmental crisis and instead become part of a broader transformation linkin
Chaired by Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai with members Pankaj Jain and Pulak Ghosh, the 8th Pay Commission will decide on salary and pension hikes
India seeks BRICS nations' cooperation to strengthen MSME sector, boost growth
Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi says around 8.5 crore MSME units currently functioning in India, providing employment to nearly 40 crore people
Fresh developments in the 8th Pay Commission have raised expectations among central government employees and pensioners. From extended memorandum
Converting crisis into opportunity: Why paddy straw-based CBG deserves special funding
With strategic backing, paddy straw-based CBG can transform a recurring crisis into a sustainable opportunity for India.
Financial security starts with protection. Life insurance remains a crucial pillar of financial planning, helping families manage uncertainties,
Dearness Allowance: DA is the component of the basic salary that is periodically adjusted for inflation. Here's all we know about the Punjab, Wes
Determining retirement needs requires calculating future monthly expenses, factoring in inflation, and estimating the necessary corpus. For examp
How are dark patterns causing 25,000 crore loss to consumers annually?
The CCPA issued guidelines in 2023 to prevent and regulate dark patterns. The authority has listed 13 specific dark patterns. It has issued an ad
Bank holiday today: Are banks closed on Saturday, 20 June for the weekend? Check RBI calendar here
Bank holiday today: Are banks closed today for the weekend holiday on Saturday, 20 June? Check the RBI calendar here
PhonePe to charge 100 quarterly fee on wallets inactive for a year: Here's how users can avoid it
PhonePe has introduced a 100 quarterly inactivity fee for wallets not used in 365 days. Users must complete a transaction to avoid charges. Detai
PM Kisan 23rd instalment 2026: Payment date announced for 2,000; eligibility, eKYC details
Under the flagship income-support programme, eligible farmers receive 2,000 every four months, amounting to 6,000 annually in three equal instalm
ITR-3 excel utility for AY 2026-27 goes live: Who can file and key details for taxpayers
The I-T department has released the Excel Utility for ITR-3 for Assessment Year 2026-27 on the e-filing portal. Here's who must file this form wh
Indian cumin exports drop 28% in FY26 on reduced offtake from China
Shipments to Beijing drop 76% on higher local production; Iran war also impacts dispatch of consignments
PM Modi announces 70 lakh jobs created under PM-VBRY; transfers 2,400 cr DBT
Modi transferred with a click of button incentives worth Rs 2,400 crore through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to more than 15 lakh beneficiaries
India-UK CETA to provide marginal relief for steel exporters
The IndiaUK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement delivers a projected 7-10 per cent tariff advantage in the UK market
Calls for separate strategy for mining critical minerals
Lavender cultivation expands as high-value agri enterprise in J&K
Once a niche crop under a government scheme, lavender has become a profitable alternative to conventional farming, enhancing incomes and fosterin
I asked ChatGPT how to travel Europe for two weeks with just 1 lakh, it said
An AI-designed two-week Europe itinerary within a 1 lakh budget includes destinations like Budapest, Prague, and Krakw. Focus on off-season trave
Bandhan Bank hikes FCNR deposit rates up to 7.1% for maturities of 3-5 years after RBI swap move
The move follows the Reserve Bank of Indias recent decision to introduce a USD-INR foreign exchange swap facility for banks on newly mobilised FC
RBI panel back policy pause, citing rising inflation pressures, slowing growth and external shocks from West Asia conflict
Facing African hurdles, Indian rice exports value down 10% in FY26
However, the volume increased by 6.5%, and it is likely to pick up this year as El Nio could affect global output
CPSEs to support PM Dhaanya Krishi Yojana through CSR activities
One district will be selected from each State for CSR activities utrition, sports and livelihood enhancement.
Meghalayas 10,000-tonne organic spice processing unit to benefit 5,500 farmers
Developed at an investment of 30 crore to significantly scale up production, the unit is designed to process over 10,000 tonnes of organic spices
Bay system may open two-week rain window across Central India
Model consensus points to strengthening of monsoon flows from the Bay into the region with or without help from a low-pressure area
Many EPF members are unaware of the free insurance benefits under the EDLI scheme, which provides up to 7 lakh for nominees or legal heirs upon t
Delays mount In green steel projects as funding falls short
About half of the worlds planned green steel projects have already been delayed, while governments have committed just $20 billion of the $1.5 tr
First urea vessel for India has started via Hormuz, to reach the east coast in 7-9 days
There are 7 more ships carrying urea that will also start heading to India in the next few days, industry sources said
Why investing in India equities may be a bad idea for NRIs and how GIFT City can fix it?
Despite NRIs investing about 1.4-1.5 lakh crore in India's stock market for long-term wealth, they face challenges like hidden taxes and currency
Kerala Budget allocates 200 crore to boost aviation sector
Key proposals include establishment of pilot training and flight simulation centres, expansion of MRO facilities, development of Global Conventio
'Japan is 100% doable on a real salary': Mumbai influencers share detailed 2.4 lakh budget guide
Japan is often considered one of the world's most expensive travel destinations. However, an Instagram post by travel page Planned Time Off is ch
Fast access to funds comes at a cost. Compare personal loan interest rates, processing fees and key borrowing factors across leading private bank
I asked ChatGPT to plan perfect monsoon family getaway near Mumbai Here's what AI recommended
I asked ChatGPT to plan the perfect monsoon family vacation near Mumbai in the last week of June. Here's what the artificial intelligence chatbot
The income tax return (ITR)-3 is meant for individuals and HUFs who have income from business or profession. Interestingly, the last date of fili
Big changes ahead for Gold ETFs as SEBI introduces a new trading framework from September 1. Dynamic price bands, pre-open auctions and revised p
Northeast has potential to drive Indias growth with premium organic produce, says FM
Highlighting Meghalayas strengths, she said trusted and traceable products can help the region gain a stronger position in global markets
Artificial intelligence has accelerated women's rise in the technology space, according to the India AI Workforce Report by Scaler. They reported
Overdraft facility can help in emergencies, but can it damage your credit score? Key facts explained
Smart borrowing builds stronger finances. This article explains overdraft impact on credit score, covering responsible usage, repayment habits, c
Income-tax returns: Attention taxpayers! Excel utility for ITR-3 enabled Here's all you need to know
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What are credit card swipe charges? All you need to know
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Storage in Indias 166 reservoirs drops to 27.5% of overall capacity
A 40% deficient monsoon is compounding the reservoir position, with only 1 in 5 reservoirs being over half-full
V. Muruganandam assumes charge as AAI Southern Region Executive Director
He joined the Airports Authority of India in December 1989 and has played a key role in the planning, installation, operation, maintenance and mo
I asked ChatGPT to audit my 1.78 lakh monthly budget; it found 20,500 in savings
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PM E-DRIVE E-ambulance scheme cuts EV costs by 13 lakh; Force Motors seen as biggest beneficiary
The 500-crore electric ambulance scheme is expected to bring electric ambulance acquisition costs closer to diesel-powered alternatives while cre
BEST employees go on indefinite strike; public bus services hit in Mumbai
Striking employees allegedly prevented buses from leaving the depots, forcing commuters to rely on alternative modes of transport, such as autori
8th Pay Commission: Employee unions seek 5 assured financial upgradations at 6-year intervals
Under the 8th Pay Commission, employee unions have proposed five assured financial upgradations at six-year intervals to improve promotions, care
8th pay commission: Here's how much salary hike Railway employees can expect from the 2.92, 3.50 and 3.80 fitment factors demanded by the Indian
The price of gold in India dropped to 149,660 per 10 grams, tracking losses internationally due to a stronger dollar. Check 24K, 22K, 18K gold an
Dearness Allowance: Breakdown of salary components How is DA different from other allowances?
Amid the 8th pay commission's salary revision discussions, we take a look at the differences between Dearness Allowance (DA) and other allowance
EPFO retains 8.25% interest rate for FY26; UPI-based withdrawals to launch soon
Big relief for EPFO subscribers as the EPF interest rate remains at 8.25% for FY26. The upcoming EPFO 2.0 platform will introduce UPI-based withd
Govt approves EPF rate of 8.25% for FY26: When will subscribers receive the interest amount?
The EPFO can officially credit interest to subscribers' accounts only after the rate recommended by its governing body receives the Finance Minis
UK agrees to grant India higher duty-free quota to sort out steel wrangle
India-UK trade pact leaves carbon tax concern unresolved; to be taken up later, say officials
US-Iran peace deal to ease disruptions for Indian exporters
US President Donald Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian have physically signed the US-Iran peace memorandum (Islamabad MoU), mediated b
Advance tax collection increased by over 15% in the first instalment of FY27
Net income tax collection grows 14.64% between April 1 and June 17
Experts said robust compliance will be key as stakeholders seek finer details around rules of origin among others
Indias agri export promotion shifting to value added products, niche markets
The share of processed and value-added products has grown steadily in the past few years
ICAR Hyderabad develops seed coating technology to boost yield up to 37%
The technology has also been patented in India, ICAR said, adding it has been designed to address a persistent vulnerability
Lufthansa eyes higher India traffic after Germany scraps airport transit visa requirement
Airline group says easier transfers through German hubs could improve connectivity from India to Europe and long-haul markets
Automobiles are an important pillar of this agreement: Auto industry on India-UK FTA
Says the FTA could open new avenues for collaboration and opportunities
DGCA panel bats for multi-crew pilot licence, flying schools raise concerns
DGCA panel supports multi-crew pilot licence model, raising safety concerns from flying schools amid airline backing.
Centre launches smart warehousing system to monitor real-time operations via AI
Union Food Minister Pralhad Joshi termed 'smart warehousing' as a food security initiative apart from a technology infusion
The ICG inducts its first indigenous hovercraft
The induction ceremony was held in the presence of senior ICG officials and representatives from the shipbuilding industry
UK social security exemption to save Indians $500 million a year
Benefit to apply on prospective basis from July 15; will not cover Indians working for foreign companies in UK
Niqo Robotics showcases India-built physical AI farming platform in France
The company is building intelligent agricultural robots for global farms
Claude ran like a CA: Professionals are leaning towards AI to file income tax Check viral prompt
Working professionals took to social media to share how they used AI to file their income tax returns From decoding dense tax terminologies to a
India dependence on imported thermal coal to remain firm
The import coal dependent power facilities are engineered to run on high-calorific, low-ash imported coal and face significant technical challeng
Mumbai, Pune await monsoon relief as water stocks shrink
Forecasts suggest expected revival of rains next week could remain uneven and intermittent initially, offering only limited respite from prevaili
Invest in mutual funds daily with just 10: Axis Mutual Fund launches Rozana SIP
Axis Mutual Fund has launched the Rozana SIP facility, which enables investing with just 10 per scheme per day through its website. This initiati
Nifty 50 vs Nifty Next 50: Which index rewarded investors more? What 10-year rolling returns reveal
Often viewed as a secondary large-cap benchmark, the Nifty Next 50 has outperformed the Nifty 50 across 3-, 5-, 7- and 10-year rolling periods. T
India's May oil supply from UAE tops pre-war levels as imports rise, data shows
Overall crude imports by India rose to 5.27 million barrels per day, up 15.4% from April, the data showed, with Russia the largest supplier
India Post to use drones after tie-up with Skye Air in Himachal and Assam
The deployment will connect 110 locations in Himachal Pradesh and 40 locations in Assam, aiming to address last-mile delivery challenges in regio
The RBIs inflation target remains 4% with a 2%6% band. Medical inflation has recently run far above headline inflation, and Indias life expectanc
The most contentious issue before the 8th Pay Commission centres on how minimum wages are calculated.
18,907 crore earmarked to build 26,474 kilometres of rural roads: Government
A major focus of the review was the quality and long-term sustainability of rural roads
Duty tweaking required to boost domestic aluminium-based manufacturing: GTRI
It said that Indias tariff policies have created some major distortions in the aluminium value chain - encouraging metal exports, inflating raw m
Ramit Sethi believes that if you automate your savings targets first, you don't need to track minor purchases
UK steel curbs: 85% of India's exports exempt; rest protected through mix of quotas under CETA
The UKs recent steel safeguard measures had become a major sticking point in implementing the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA),
Pre-filled ITR and AIS: Checks to complete before you hit submit'
AIS is compiled from data reported by multiple entities such as employers, banks, mutual funds, brokers, custodians, and registrars. While it is
Congestion at freight stations eased, inventory levels normal: JNPA chairman Gaurav Dayal
Operations at Indias busiest container port remained normal, but the movement of import containers from freight stations was disrupted in April a
Choosing health insurance in 2026? Look beyond premium and check these factors
Secure your future with the best health insurance in 2026 by understanding key features, coverage options, claim support, and mistakes to avoid f
India has learned how to trade but it still needs to learn how to invest
Access has surged across Indias markets, but investor behaviour has not kept pace with participation.
Equities can be the preferred asset class as geopolitical tensions ease. Gold will continue to serve as a portfolio hedge and wealth-preservation

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