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The newly approved Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme (ECLGS) 5.0 could potentially benefit around 1.1 crore MSME accounts, helping businesses tide over disruptions arising from the ongoing West Asia conflict, according to a report by State Bank of India (SBI).
Rupee gains sharply to end at 94.25/$ as oil slides, NDF dollar selling gathers pace
Brent crude fell below $100 per barrel, down nearly 3% and reversing course which lifted Asian currencies broadly, including the rupee
A fixed deposit of 25 lakh can offer a stable monthly income as many banks give up to 7.75% interest. However, before deciding on any investment product, one should consult a certified financial planner.
MMTC-PAMP relaunches digital gold, silver sale
The platform allows users to redeem their holdings at the real-time market prices with direct bank transfers or convert their digital balance into physical gold and silver in the form of minted coins and bars.
The PIB Fact Check unit clarified that a video of Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman endorsing an investment platform is fake and was created using AI. It also warned against online investment scams.
Why your health insurance won't cover the true cost of ageing
While platforms such as Bima Sugam make buying insurance easier, better access doesn't solve the deeper problem: policies are designed for medical crises, not the recurring, ongoing costs of ageing.
A woman from the US, who has been living in Bengaluru, spoke about rental problems in the city. From the hefty security deposit to the annual rent hike, she explained why the same practices would be illegal in her home country.
FDs, Real Estate or Gold: Where does Tamil Nadu CM contender Vijay invest most?
According to the 15-page election affidavit filed by Vijay ahead of Assembly polls, and archived by the Association of Democratic Reforms (ADR), this is what his investments look like:
Forgot your EPFO PPO number? Here are 5 easy steps to retrieve it
Easily recover EPFO PPO number online through simple steps using the EPFO portal to ensure smooth pension payments, uninterrupted benefits and quick access to pension records.
Silver futures rise to 2.56 lakh per kg
Fresh positions built up by participants led to a rise in silver prices
Nifty slips into red by midday; HDFC Life, Bajaj Auto buck the trend
Among the top Nifty50 gainers at midday, HDFC Life Insurance was the standout performer, rising 3.61% to 628.25 against a previous close of 606.35, after opening at 611
CarTrade Tech shares surge 15% after record FY26 results; PAT up 68% to 244 crore
At 2,081, CarTrade Tech trades at a trailing P/E of approximately 39.6x, with total market capitalisation at roughly 9,974 crore
Emami bets 321 crore on personalised beauty with Vedix, SkinKraft acquisition
Emamis stock was trading at 456.35 on the NSE on Thursday, up 0.92% for the day, but down about 28% over the past year and underperforming the Nifty FMCG index in most timeframes
Is gold losing its safe-haven status? Morgan Stanley says Iran conflict forces a rethink
Gold has stumbled in the wake of the Iran conflict after delivering consistent annual gains since 2021, says report
New Income Tax Rules 2026 explained: 6 key form changes and what they mean for taxpayers
Major tax overhaul streamlines compliance as Income Tax Rules 2026 transform key forms, merging TDS, PAN and AIS systems to simplify filing and improve accuracy nationwide
KPIT Technologies shares slide 4.5% as Q4 earnings disappoint street
The results that triggered Thursdays selling showed KPIT posting Q4 revenue of 1,711 crore, up 12 per cent year-on-year in rupee terms, and EBITDA of 353.2 crore, growing 9.4 per cent over the same period last year
Retirement 2.0: How seniors are turning passion into paychecks
Retirees are turning skills, hobbies and decades of experience into new income streamsfrom homestays and startups to care homes and social ventures.
Meesho shares surge 4% after strong Q4 results; analysts split on valuation
Sell-side pressure remained elevated, with 61.79 per cent of orders on the sell side against 38.21 per cent on the buy side.
CG Power shares hit 52-week high after Q4 profit jumps 32% y-o-y
The stock climbed to a high of 863.80 in early trade; At 10.12 am, it was trading at 860.25, compared with the previous close of 828.90
Polycab surges 5% after record FY26 results; analysts raise targets
Polycab reported consolidated revenue of 2,88,838 million for FY26, up 29 per cent year-on-year
Rupee falls 28 paise to 94.77 against US dollar in early trade
On Wednesday, the rupee appreciated 69 paise to close at 94.49 against the US dollar
Paytm shares jump over 6% after Q4 profit, strong revenue growth
Consolidated revenue from operations rose 18.4 per cent y-o-y to 2,264 crore in Q4 FY26 from 1,912 crore a year earlier
Iran ceasefire hopes, global AI rally keep D-Street in the green
As of 9:17 AM, Sensex opened at 78,339.24, trading at 78,072.31, up 113.79 points (0.15%). Nifty50 opened at 24,398.50, trading at 24,360.55, up 29.60 points (0.12%)
Q4 ResultsToday, May 7, 2026, Live Updates: Follow our live updates
Gold gains as dollar weakens; investors focus on US-Iran peace deal prospects
Spot gold was up 0.3% at $4,701.19 per ounce, as of 0231 GMT, after rising about 3% on Wednesday to hit its highest level since April 27
A social media user who works at Google shared his monthly expenses, including rent, utility bills, travel costs, groceries and more. Reacting to it, some called it even more expensive than the cost of living in London.
Sensex, Nifty eye positive opening as oil slips below $110 and Asian stocks rally
Gift Nifty indicated gains of around 100 points, while Asian markets including Japan, Hong Kong, Singapore and Taiwan traded strongly higher
Buzzing stocks: Hero MotoCorp, Motilal Oswal, Thyrocare and more in spotlight today
Buzzing stocks today include key names like Motherson, Clean Max, Brigade, Gandhar Oil, Motilal Oswal, Zaggle and Hero MotoCorp as companies announce deals, expansions, regulatory moves and investment updates across sectors in focus today markets
Sensex today | Stock Market Live Updates: Stock to buy today: HBL Engineering
Sensex, Nifty, Share Prices LIVE: The short-term outlook is bullish for HBL Engineering. The stock surged 7 per cent on Wednesday and closed on a strong note. Prior to this rise, it has formed a good base around 800. This rise confirms an inverted head and shoulder pattern on the chart. The neckline support of this pattern is at 833.
Filing income-tax returns online has become easier, but first-time taxpayers may find it confusing. Income Tax notices can be issued for various reasons, here's what to do if you get one
Gold, silver firm up on prospects of easing US-Iran tensions
Yellow metal prices topped 1.5 lakh/10 g again; white metal prices neared 2.5 lakh/kg
The 8th Pay Commission will conduct stakeholder meetings in Delhi on 13-14 May to discuss pay and pension reforms. Interested parties can apply through the official portal to take part.
National pension scheme: The NPS Vatsalya Scheme allows children below 18 years to partially withdraw funds from their accounts under certain circumstances. We take a look at the process and how it works
Fixed deposit investment strategies can help retirees and senior citizens generate a safe, predictable monthly income of 50,000 through fixed deposits, small savings schemes, and a balanced portfolio allocation strategy.
India Ratings lifts Syrma SGS to IND AA; stock hits 52-week high
Ind-Ra cited sustains revenue growth and improving profitability as key drivers of the upgrade
Blue Star posts 3.6% revenue growth in FY26, net profit falls on exceptional charges
The Mumbai-based air conditioning and refrigeration company recorded its highest-ever quarterly revenue in Q4FY26, with revenue from operations at 4,072 crore, up 1.3 per cent year on year
Polycab posts record FY26 revenue of 289 billion, stock rises 0.94%
Profit after tax rose 32% to 27,084 million, while EBITDA grew 35% to 40,057 million, with margins expanding to 13.9%
BMW Industries posts record quarterly profit, stock surges 14.5%
The company posted a profit after tax (PAT) of 3,316 lakhs for the quarter ended March 31, 2026 an 88.1% jump year-on-year and the highest quarterly PAT in its history
I asked ChatGPT to create a budget that ensures retirement by 55, with enough savings to support myself and my parents, buy a home and build a good retirement corpus. Here is what artificial intelligence chatbot said
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, heres a look at how its potential implementation could impact salaries, allowances, pensions, and overall benefits.
The performance was driven primarily by the Prestige & Above segment, which grew volumes 27.9% in Q4 and 28.5% for the full year to 1.67 crore cases now accounting for 45.6% of the companys total IMFL volumes
Rupee jumps by most in a month on hopes of US-Iran peace deal
Currency gains 0.7% to end at 94.61 per dollar as easing tensions spark global relief rally
Gold jumps over 2% as West Asia peace hopes send oil, dollar lower
US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday he would briefly pause an operation to help escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz
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 strategies and key factors influencing total borrowing costs and financial decisions.
Sensex slips into red by midday; L&T, Reliance weigh as insurance stocks buck trend
The indices surrendered morning gains as selling pressure emerged in heavyweight stocks led by Larsen & Toubro, Reliance Industries, and ONGC
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, real assets and global exposure.
EaseMyTrip reports double-digit growth in airport services as duty-free, meet & greet gain traction
The online travel platform said that among users availing its duty-free service, nearly 60 per cent purchased liquor, 30 per cent opted for perfumes, and the remaining 10 per cent chose chocolates and other items
SPML Infra bags 1,128 crore NTPC battery storage contract, stock jumps 4%
The contract is among the largest single BESS orders in India to date
Oswal Pumps bags 162 crore solar pump order from Maharashtra utility
The scope of work covers design, manufacture, supply, transport, installation, testing, and commissioning of pumping systems in 3 HP, 5 HP, and 7.5 HP capacities
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
Steel Exchange India secures 5-year MES renewal, reinforcing defence supply credentials
MES approvals are limited to a select pool of manufacturers that meet rigorous quality and technical criteria, creating what the company describes as a high entry-barrier vendor base
RBI informed the Supreme Court that 30 banks are now integrated with the UDGAM portal, allowing legal heirs to search unclaimed deposits online. The PIL highlights the need for greater integration of assets such as post office deposits and insurance. The SC will hear the matter on 19 May.
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, what they cost and when they make sense.
Central banks turn net sellers of gold for the first time in 10 months
Led by Turkey and Russia, central banks sold a net of nearly 30 tonnes of gold, offsetting purchases by other banks
SRF shares surge 6.5% as strong Q4 results beat estimates; refrigerant capex revised upward
SRFs Q4FY26 consolidated revenue rises to 4,615 crore, up 7% year-on-year
Coforge surges 8% as strong Q4 margins and analyst upgrades lift sentiment
Brokerages reiterate Buy ratings
Angel One metrics show mixed trends as client additions slow in April, shares in focus
Shares were up over 1 per cent, hitting a high of 318.60 in early trade before trading flat at 317.10 from the previous close of 314.40
Bajaj Auto shares surge 2.6% ahead of Q4 results; April sales jump 40%
The stock opened at 10,180, against a previous close of 10,046, and touched an intraday high of 10,315 just below its 52-week high of 10,477.50
Indian Small-Caps rally 20% from March lows to near bull market
The surge signals renewed interest from retail investors, who are key drivers of the small-cap space and often act as a barometer of risk sentiment
Poonawalla Fincorp shares rise 6% on strong profit growth in Q4
Poonawalla Fincorp logs standalone net profit of 254.79 crore for the quarter ended March 2026, up sharply from 62.33 crore in the same period last year
The great money reset: how Indias Gen Z can turn paycheques into wealth in the age of AI
AI is reshaping how young Indians budget, save and invest. But while tools are powerful, disciplinenot algorithmswill decide whether Gen Z builds lasting wealth or just spends smarter.
Rupee rises 23 paise to 94.95 against US dollar in early trade
Rupee opened at 95, then gained some ground and touched an early high of 94.95, registering a gain of 23 paise from its previous low.
L&T shares fall 4% as profit dip and softer FY27 outlook weigh on sentiment
The company reported an 11 per cent y-o-y rise in consolidated revenue for Q4 at 82,762 crore
Sensex, Nifty rise on ceasefire hopes; L&T drags as IndiGo, M&M lead gains
The rally came on the back of Wall Street's record-setting session overnight
Q4 ResultsToday, May 6, 2026, Live Updates:
Samsung hits $1 Trillion valuation, joining TSMC in elite club
Samsung, alongside memory peer SK Hynix Inc. and TSMC, sits at the heart of a transformation that has made Asia a cornerstone of the global AI ecosystem
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 fresh triggers to emerge.
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, making its lowest-ever so far. Here's what an NRI shared about its impact on real estate investments in India.
Sensex today | Stock Market Live Updates: Stock to buy today: Aadhar Housing Finance
Sensex, Nifty, Share Prices LIVE: The short-term outlook is bullish for Aadhar Housing Finance. The 3 per cent rise on Tuesday has taken the share price well above the psychological resistance level of 500. It also indicates that the upmove is gaining momentum. Moving average cross overs on the daily chart also strengthens the bullish case.
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 Bank of India Staff Federation cites administrative neglect and anti-employee policies as reasons for the protest.
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 government's move to streamline and simplify India's tax codes.
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 conditions deductions may occur. Details here.
CA Kaushik believes that ordinary investors should not take advice from influencers who push for 100 crore retirement fund, calling it a mathematical impossibility and math scam. He feels that 2-3 crore or even up to 5 crore are strong, realistic numbers.
ChatGPT recommends planning for global education beyond Harvard. It outlines significant costs for a master's degree, estimating up to 7.22 crore for two years. It suggests diversifying investments and emphasizes the importance of academic preparation and scholarship opportunities.
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 about how it works, who is eligible and how it impacts your credit score
The rupee fell to a record low against the US dollar on 5 May 2026 due to rising US-Iran tensions and soaring crude oil prices. This could impact India's economy as well as household spending. Details here.
Income tax returns: From salaried individuals overwhelmed by the process to first time ITR filers Here's a checklist of necessary documents, including Form 16, PAN Card, and investment proofs to ensure a smooth proper.
Weekly Rupee view: Brace for more weakness
Rupee can decline to 95.90 and 96.15
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 fixed interest rates, but differ in eligibility, contributions, and withdrawal rules.
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 inflation effects for households of central government employees.
Raymond Limited Q4 profit drops 53%, margins shrink; stock sinks 3.5%
Net profit for Q4 FY26 fell 53% year-on-year to 12 crore, while profit before tax dropped 43% to 25 crore
Onward Technologies posts record FY26 profit, stock falls 4% on results day
Quarterly PAT declined 10.4% to 9.5 crore compared to Q4 FY25, and EBITDA margin contracted to 11.2% from 14.6% in the preceding quarter
Looking for safe returns? These 5 government-backed schemes offer over 7.5% interest
Several government-backed savings schemes in India offer annual interest rates of 7.5% and higher. These options cater to various groups and provide tax benefits, attracting conservative investors.
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 official sources to prevent financial losses and credit damage.
The 8th CPC has extended its deadline for stakeholders to submit their memorandum of suggestions for the panel ahead of its recommendations. Here's a look at the top updates six months into the process
Rupee slides past 95.43/$ as economic worries mount on renewed US-Iran tensions
State-run banks were spotted offering dollars near the rupees record low, which traders said were most likely on behalf of RBI and intended to prevent the currency from falling to the key psychological level of 95.50
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 planning often cannot
