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World Bank approves $890 million for Indias rooftop solar programme
The multilateral lender will also mobilise an estimated $4.2 billion in private financing through commercial loans to help households install roo
Value-added local products can unlock Keralas rural economic growth: KAU Vice-Chancellor
The Vice Chancellor urged small-scale entrepreneurs, farmers, and rural women to lead in transforming local resources into value-added products
West Asia tensions dampen export buying of tea at Kochi auctions
Export-oriented orthodox teas continue to face headwinds due to weaker demand from key West Asian markets, higher freight and insurance costs, an
Global economy resilient despite West Asia war, but risks persist: IEA, IMF, World Bank, WTO
Fuel and fertiliser prices have eased since June, but the four global institutions warn uncertainty remains high and call for reopening of the St
India notifies process to claim UK FTA tariff quota benefits on vehicle imports
Under the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA), India will reduce import duties on automotive imports from about 110 per cent to 10
Disinvestment proceeds hit four-year high in just over three months of FY27
Government mops up over 20,000 crore through seven OFS as strong pipeline including LIC looms
India, Australia seal uranium deal, to enhance defence and maritime cooperation
The leaders noted growing geostrategic uncertainty and threats to regional peace and stability, calling for disputes to be resolved peacefully wi
Switched jobs recently? EPFO's new rule can make your PF transfer hassle-free
EPFO has removed the need for a separate provident fund transfer request when employees with Aadhaar-linked UANs change jobs. The move is part of
US using uncertainty as a bargaining instrument across NATO, Iran, tariffs, Greenland, China and also India, the SBI report says
Ask the right questions before you borrow: CRIF's Sachin Seth
CRIF India's Sachin Seth discusses how India's credit ecosystem has matured through Jan Dhan, Aadhaar and digital lending infrastructure, and why
Zerodha co-founder Nithin Kamath has asked investors to understand the difference between direct and regular mutual fund plans. He said many inve
Railway engineers have urged the 8th Pay Commission to restore pay parity, grant Group B status and improve promotions. Their demands, raised dur
8th pay commission: Window for submission of data online for the 8th CPC's consideration has been extended to 31 July this year. Here's how to co
India questions WTO DGs role, seeks clarity on legal basis of proposed e-commerce agreement
New Delhi has also questioned the use of WTO Secretariat resources to service the pact
TNAU secures patent for greener extraction of medicinal compound from Kadamba tree
The innovative method boosts recovery yields while cutting down on waste and solvent use
EPF interest being credited this month: Here's how to calculate your monthly earnings at 8.25% p.a.
EPF interest for FY26 is being credited this month. Here's how to calculate your monthly earnings at 8.25% p.a. and stepwise guide to check your
India aspires to shape next-generation technologies, products, enterprises, says Sitharaman
FM urges India Inc for greater engagement with the State governments and city administrations
Emirates to deploy A380 on Delhi route from October
Premium economy to expand to six Indian cities as airline rolls out latest cabin products and service enhancements
Indian industry pushes back against USTRs Section 301 tariff plan
FICCI, CII, ACMA, SEAI argue blanket duties lack an evidence base and risk disrupting integrated US-India supply chains
Air India enters final phase of Vihaan.AI transformation
Airline says key objectives have been substantially achieved; fleet induction, cabin retrofits and profitability remain the final milestones
AP CM urges Tobacco companies to resume purchases amid surplus crisis
Naidu cautioned that inadequate support could drive farmers toward alternative crops, impacting long-term tobacco production
Indias soybean acreage seen rising 5-7 per cent on favourable prices
Trade body SOPA says farmers who had shifted to maize last year are returning back to plant soyabean this kharif
Bus and electric mobility manufacturers unveiled a range of new passenger transport platforms at Prawaas 5.0 in Gandhinagar on Thursday
Committee to include former top civil aviation ministry official Pradeep Singh Kharola
Heavy rains damaged your car? Here's what motor insurance covers and what it doesn't
Heavy rains can damage your car, but not every repair is covered by insurance. Here's what comprehensive policies pay for, common claim exclusion
Foreign financial information received under tax treaties to be reflected in AIS, 26 AS
This means overseas financial information will now show up in the tax records of an assessee
A comprehensive car insurance policy may not cover every monsoon-related expense. Experts explain which add-ons are worth buying to reduce repair
Ladakh bets on connectivity push to power tourism growth
The optimism stems from infrastructure projects that stakeholders say will address two of Ladakhs biggest constraintsseasonal road closures and l
The West Bengal government will release 50% of estimated Dearness Relief (DR) arrears to pensioners in the Kolkata municipal area in an interim m
Is 80 lakh enough to retire? 31-year-old woman wants to quit govt job for 'peace'
The woman said she has been employed at a PSU for the past seven years and is in a comfortable financial position. According to her post, she has
More than half of vehicle tyres in India are underinflated, finds ATMA survey
ATMA estimates that incorrect tyre pressure wastes over 42 crore litres of petrol worth more than 4,500 crore annually
Real-time tax technology is changing corporate finance, says Cygnet
Cygnet said AI-powered tax technology enables businesses to strengthen compliance, improve cash flow and enhance competitiveness
JNPA to develop 62-acre empty container yard near Nhava Sheva with RSA Global
Facility to support complete lifecycle management of empty containers
Jeh Aerospace lines up over $50 million investment in capacity addition
Vishal Sanghavi, Co-founder of Jeh Aerospace, spoke to businessline on his companys expansion strategy and investment roadmap
AI not replacing jobs but enhancing human roles, says CEA Nageswaran
The Chief Economic Adviser urged companies to invest in skills and innovation, saying artificial intelligence raises the value of workers while t
AustralianSuper invests another AU$500 million in Indias NIIF
The fresh investment takes the Australian pension funds total exposure to India to AU$3.3 billion
Shivraj Singh Chouhan launches PRAGATI initiative to create 20,000 agri entrepreneurs
Through this initiative, participants will be supported through training, mentorship, and resources to develop as local entrepreneurs delivering
Already have 3-5 SIPs running? Expert shares a checklist before you add another fund
Investors who already have 3 to 5 SIPs running should review their existing portfolio before adding another fund. The expert recommends focusing
ITR-2 filing for AY 2026-27 requires careful reporting of capital gains, multiple properties, foreign assets and other income. Learn who must fil
Indias growth momentum may slow in H2 FY27 as demand risks rise: Nuvama
Nuvama expects Indias growth to moderate in H2 FY27 as the impact of GST cuts fades and demand faces headwinds from El Nino and weaker income gro
KMRL inks pact with SCMS Water Institute for study on water metro connectivity to CIAL
Under the MoU, SCMS Water Institute will be the Knowledge Partner for the feasibility study, offering academic, technical, and research support
Based on 5-year CAGR performance, ICICI Prudential Dividend Yield Equity Fund has emerged as the top-performing scheme in the category, deliverin
EPFO's 2026 overhaul: key takeaways from the latest EPF, EPS, EDLI schemes
The new EPF Scheme, 2026 does not make higher PF contributions optional. Here's what remains unchanged, what has changed, and what it means for e
Australia to send senior business delegation to India in December, announces fresh investment push
Albanese unveils Mumbai investment roundtable as AustralianSuper commits additional $500 million to Indias NIIF
Section 54 relief: ITAT allows tax exemption on 23 flats, wipes out 8 crore demand
A Bengaluru ITAT ruling allowed a landowner to claim capital gains exemption on 23 flats received under a redevelopment deal. The relief, however
Selling gold in 2026? Your holding period could decide how much tax you pay
Gold ETFs, gold mutual funds and physical gold are taxed differently, with holding periods ranging from 12 to 24 months to qualify for lower long
EPFO's new PF transfer system: How to move your EPF balance without paperwork
EPFO has introduced 2 online EPF transfer options under the new scheme, enabling employees to consolidate PF accounts, preserve service history,
Monsoon covers entire country, 38% excess rains during July 1-9
With the Southwest monsoons advance into the remaining parts of the north Arabian Sea, Rajasthan, Haryana and Punjab, the entire country came und
Bayer AG buys 11.9% stake in Bayer CropScience for 2,207 crore
Bayer AG, a promoter entity, purchased 53,54,030 shares, increasing its stake to 20.34% from 8.43% in agrochemical company Bayer CropScience Ltd
A Section 245 intimation is issued when the Income Tax Department proposes to adjust your refund against an outstanding tax demand from the previ
ADB trims India's FY27 growth projection to 6.6% from 6.9% on higher energy prices
Despite the growth moderation, India still continues to be the fastest-growing major economy in the world.
Fossil fuels share in Indias energy mix at record low in 2025
In contrast to historical trends, 2025 saw no overall growth in Indias fossil fuel consumption, with gas consumption falling by 5.9%, coal consum
Reservoirs, sowing trend, next low may disprove worst monsoon fears
Formation of next low would signal that larger ocean-atmosphere background remains favourable for expected monsoon-salvaging positive Indian Ocea
Indias food waste is also a climate issue: WRI India
Solid food waste emitted 106.62 mt of carbon dioxide equivalent in 2023, a technical note by WRI India said
Keralas tax cut on low alcohol beverages may boost fruit wine output, spur horti-value addition
Major scope for wine productoin from cashew apple, pineapple, rose apple, banana and nutmeg rind, say experts
FCNR deposits: a compelling opportunity for NRIs
That combination of high foreign-exchange returns, no exchange-rate risk, and tax-free interest in India makes FCNR compelling.
Global temperatures soar as June becomes second hottest-ever recorded worldwide
Extreme European heat follows Mays scorching spell as El Nio gathers further strength
EPS Scheme 2026 vs EPS 1995: What changes for employees under new pension framework?
The EPS 2026 has replaced EPS 1995, introducing a new pension framework under the Code on Social Security, 2020. The new scheme retains key pensi
US approach to forced labour tariffs inconsistent; exempts 1,600 items it needs: India
An Indian official said the exemptions provided by the USTR not only undermine the policy rationale of addressing forced labour impact in the glo
Why Gen Z borrows for experiences and keeps investments intact
With higher financial literacy, younger borrowers are leveraging personal loans to fund lifestyle choices, experiences, travel and discretionary
RBI likely selling dollars to support rupee, traders say
Rupee pushed lower by surge in crude oil prices amid renewed tension in West Asia
Govt waives basic customs duty on key components for electronics manufacturing
The duty waiver covers goods used in manufacture of display assemblies, the lithium ion cell and the inductor coil module in a boost for domestic
What Parag Parikh Flexi Cap Fund bought and sold in June 2026: Top 10 holdings revealed
Parag Parikh Flexi Cap Fund is India's largest open-ended equity scheme with an AUM of 1.43 lakh crore. The fund increased its exposure to HDFC B
The 8th Pay Commission begins stakeholder consultations in Kolkata today, with discussions likely to focus on fitment factor, minimum pay, pensio
July 2026 DA hike: 3% increase most likely as June inflation data guides decision, says expert
3% Dearness Allowance hike for Central government staff and pensioners is a possibility in July 2026. The final DA revision hinges on June AICPI-
UPI and personal loans are replacing credit cards in Indians' wallets: CIBIL
Credit card penetration in India remains low, with only 5.2 crore holders, representing 25% of the credit-active population. While usage is risin
PPF account turns dormant if you invest less than 500 a year: What you lose and how to revive it
PPF accounts become inactive if the annual 500 minimum deposit is missed, restricting benefits. Activation requires a request and payment of a pe
Centre sets two-year deadline for passenger infra upgrade at airports
Home Minister Amit Shah directs phased rollout of Automatic Tray Retrieval Systems, aerobridge norms and baggage drop expansion to improve passen
Sebi has notified rules for open-market share buybacks effective August 1, 2026, allowing companies to repurchase shares through stock exchanges.
How many mutual funds should you own? Experts explain the right portfolio mix
Managing too many mutual funds complicates portfolio tracking without enhancing diversification. Experts suggest three to six funds can suffice,
AP is an emerging maritime manufacuring hub, says Minsiter Nara Lokesh in Busan
ASEAN-India joint panel sets strict timelines to speed up trade pact review
ASEAN remains one of Indias key trading partners, accounting for around 11 per cent of Indias global trade
Food Processing Ministry holds consultation on next phase of incentive scheme
Under the ongoing PLI scheme, beneficiary companies have surpassed initial commitments by 20 per cent, with investments exceeding 9,207 crore
As the Magnificent 7 lose swagger, which stock should you buy now? Experts reveal the right strategy
The Magnificent Seven tech giants are losing investor interest as their performance lags behind the Nasdaq 100 and S&P 500. Emerging chipmakers l
Quant Mid Cap Fund has outperformed its benchmark index over the last 3 and 6 months, but continues to lag over the 1-, 3-, and 5-year periods. T
Heritage Foods responds to FSSAI notice on fresh paneer claim
FSSAI recently issued a notice to the Hyderabad-based company regarding misleading claims about its product Fresh Paneer
Glacier water breathes new life into Lehs wasteland
According to experts, over 90 per cent of Ladakhs land is barren and devoid of vegetation
ITR filing 2026: Preventive health checkups can help you save tax here's how
The ITR filing deadline is approaching, prompting taxpayers to prepare documents and explore deductions. Section 80D allows deductions for preven
IMF cuts India growth forecast for FY27 to 6.4%, but retains tag of fastest growing economy
The forecast is supported by strong momentum in private consumption and services activity
EPFO portal revamp: 10 changes in PF claims, withdrawals and transfers every member should know
The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation has centralised its member database through the CITES project to enhance service speed, transparency,
Pakistani rescuers scour waters for cargo plane missing off Karachi coast
The plane may have crashed into the sea southwest of Karachi after a series of sharp altitude changes before a steep final descent
Maize prices likely to rule at 2,400 a quintal, says Tamil Nadu Agricultural University
The varsitys Centre for Agricultural and Rural Development Studies has advised farmers in TNmil Nadu to make informed sowing decision
Distilleries supply 68% of contracted 1,048 cr ltrs ethanol in 8 months
Grain-based feedstocks are dominating ethanol production
UPL launches weed management solution for rice
The product has been developed after more than 10 years of dedicated research and development
Colombian specialty coffee chain Libertario ramps up India expansion, bets on premium coffee culture
The company plans to open four more cafs in the Delhi-NCR region this year before expanding into Mumbai, Hyderabad and Bengaluru in early 2027
Can tenants continue paying old rent if they overstay after lease expires? Delhi HC answers
The Delhi HC ruled that tenants staying in a property after lease expiration may face higher rent due to automatic escalation clauses. Here's all
How much should you invest in mutual funds? Experts say theres no magic number
A 20-30% investment target can be a useful starting point, but the right SIP depends on your goals, emergency savings and ability to increase inv
India seeks safe passage for nine ships as Hormuz truce falters
The government is closely monitoring the vessels as renewed attacks around the Strait of Hormuz threaten an already fragile interim ceasefire bet
ISMA defends E20 fuel, silent on mileage drop
Sugar industry body says concerns over ethanol-blended fuel are driven by misinformation, not evidence.
EPFO will credit FY26 interest at 8.25% to 34 crore member accounts by July 15. Members can check the updated amounts online through various meth
