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EPFO: Want to become an EPF subscriber? Here are the conditions for membership and top FAQs answered

The Employees' Provident Fund (EPF) is a government-backed investment and retirement savings option in India. Today, we take a look at how membership conditions and related frequently asked questions

Livemint 15 Aug 2026 9:42 pm

Bullion Cues: Prices could soften

Traders can initiate fresh shorts

The Hindu Businessline 15 Aug 2026 9:36 pm

Crude Check: Set to consolidate

Key levels are 7,400 and 8,000

The Hindu Businessline 15 Aug 2026 9:36 pm

From 5 lakh to 1.30 crore: Trial and error, discipline and boredom Investor shares how portfolio grew over 7 years

A process of trial and error and self-learning led this investor from 5 lakh portfolio to 1.30 crore over a seven-year period, he shared online. Here's how the investment journey went

Livemint 15 Aug 2026 8:21 pm

Widow denied 1 crore claim after husband passed away, later receives payment: Why court sides with the family

Tata AIA rejected a 1 crore life insurance claim from a widow, alleging nondisclosure of prior insurance issues. 

Livemint 15 Aug 2026 7:57 pm

Tier-2, Tier-3 cities account for 53% of India's forex demand: Report

Tier-2 cities contributed 41%, while Tier-3 cities accounted for another 12%

The Hindu Businessline 15 Aug 2026 7:54 pm

FCNR deposits explained: Can they help stabilise the rupee? | On the beat podcast

Why global investors still cant ignore India.

The Hindu Businessline 15 Aug 2026 6:35 pm

Crude oil, rupee & FPI outflows: Why experts say India is still resilient | On the beat podcast

How is India navigating crude oil volatility, a weakening rupee, and foreign capital outflows?

The Hindu Businessline 15 Aug 2026 6:23 pm

Prashant Kishor has nearly 8 crore in FDs: How much tax could he pay on this massive corpus?

Prashant Kishor's financial portfolio largely consists of fixed deposits totaling 7.36 crore with HDFC Bank, compared to only 63 lakh in equities. His election affidavit shows total assets of nearly 198 crore, including movable and immovable properties.

Livemint 15 Aug 2026 6:17 pm

DA hike: 30,000 minimum wage, higher pension, job security Full list of BMS' demands ahead of 17 August strike

Key demands by the BMS include hike in variable DA, a minimum monthly wage of 30,000 for unskilled workers, job security for contract workers, higher pensions and increased wage ceilings for EPF and ESLI schemes. 

Livemint 15 Aug 2026 5:27 pm

Nxt-Infra Trust consolidated net profit rises 71.83% in the June 2026 quarter

Sales rise 7.62% to Rs 87.23 crore

Business Standard 15 Aug 2026 4:20 pm

Oriental Infra Trust consolidated net profit rises 14.42% in the June 2026 quarter

Sales rise 7.89% to Rs 614.15 crore

Business Standard 15 Aug 2026 4:20 pm

Mercantile Ventures reports consolidated net loss of Rs 0.65 crore in the June 2026 quarter

Sales rise 9.25% to Rs 23.03 crore

Business Standard 15 Aug 2026 4:20 pm

DSP Finance Pvt consolidated net profit declines 28.36% in the June 2026 quarter

Sales rise 52.24% to Rs 144.98 crore

Business Standard 15 Aug 2026 4:19 pm

Cindrella Financial Services reports consolidated net profit of Rs 0.03 crore in the June 2026 quarter

Sales reported at Rs 0.01 crore

Business Standard 15 Aug 2026 4:19 pm

General Insurance Corporation of India consolidated net profit declines 31.10% in the June 2026 quarter

Sales decline 1.56% to Rs 11097.77 crore

Business Standard 15 Aug 2026 4:19 pm

Thakkers Developers consolidated net profit rises 597.92% in the June 2026 quarter

Sales rise 104.45% to Rs 18.38 crore

Business Standard 15 Aug 2026 4:19 pm

Jindal Poly Films consolidated net profit rises 192.92% in the June 2026 quarter

Sales decline 23.84% to Rs 695.80 crore

Business Standard 15 Aug 2026 4:19 pm

Southern Petrochemicals Industries Corporation consolidated net profit declines 9.79% in the June 2026 quarter

Sales rise 8.76% to Rs 845.19 crore

Business Standard 15 Aug 2026 4:19 pm

Mansukh Securities & Finance standalone net profit declines 45.38% in the June 2026 quarter

Sales decline 40.78% to Rs 42.89 crore

Business Standard 15 Aug 2026 4:18 pm

Mizuho Capsave Finance Pvt standalone net profit rises 53.30% in the June 2026 quarter

Sales rise 39.08% to Rs 153.57 crore

Business Standard 15 Aug 2026 4:18 pm

Pipeline Infrastructure reports standalone net loss of Rs 30.97 crore in the June 2026 quarter

Sales rise 12.99% to Rs 1090.38 crore

Business Standard 15 Aug 2026 4:18 pm

Vivriti Finance standalone net profit rises 54.07% in the June 2026 quarter

Sales rise 24.02% to Rs 445.89 crore

Business Standard 15 Aug 2026 4:18 pm

Manappuram Home Finance standalone net profit declines 79.31% in the June 2026 quarter

Sales decline 12.75% to Rs 76.05 crore

Business Standard 15 Aug 2026 4:18 pm

Tapir Constructions reports standalone net loss of Rs 11.33 crore in the June 2026 quarter

Sales decline 97.48% to Rs 7.18 crore

Business Standard 15 Aug 2026 4:18 pm

Veritas Finance standalone net profit rises 54.21% in the June 2026 quarter

Sales rise 22.67% to Rs 527.36 crore

Business Standard 15 Aug 2026 4:17 pm

Lucina Land Development reports standalone net loss of Rs 11.50 crore in the June 2026 quarter

Sales decline 57.02% to Rs 0.49 crore

Business Standard 15 Aug 2026 4:17 pm

Equinox India Infraestate reports standalone net loss of Rs 15.09 crore in the June 2026 quarter

Sales decline 77.85% to Rs 7.14 crore

Business Standard 15 Aug 2026 4:17 pm

Shubham Housing Development Finance Co standalone net profit rises 24.48% in the June 2026 quarter

Sales rise 23.36% to Rs 305.14 crore

Business Standard 15 Aug 2026 4:17 pm

Edelweiss Rural & Corporate Services reports standalone net loss of Rs 14.33 crore in the June 2026 quarter

Sales decline 11.58% to Rs 33.30 crore

Business Standard 15 Aug 2026 4:17 pm

Jharkhand Road Projects Implementation Co standalone net profit declines 43.41% in the June 2026 quarter

Sales rise 0.42% to Rs 66.23 crore

Business Standard 15 Aug 2026 4:17 pm

Bhanu Infrabuild Pvt reports standalone net loss of Rs 21.19 crore in the June 2026 quarter

Sales reported at Rs -1.27 crore

Business Standard 15 Aug 2026 4:17 pm

Credila Financial Services standalone net profit rises 13.39% in the June 2026 quarter

Sales rise 14.63% to Rs 1599.84 crore

Business Standard 15 Aug 2026 4:17 pm

Skoda Auto Volkswagen India Pvt standalone net profit rises 217.08% in the June 2026 quarter

Sales decline 5.45% to Rs 5007.83 crore

Business Standard 15 Aug 2026 4:16 pm

U.P. Power Corporation reports standalone net loss of Rs 6850.85 crore in the June 2026 quarter

Sales rise 12.77% to Rs 25064.30 crore

Business Standard 15 Aug 2026 4:16 pm

HSBC Investdirect Financial Services India standalone net profit declines 3.40% in the June 2026 quarter

Sales rise 60.31% to Rs 65.71 crore

Business Standard 15 Aug 2026 4:16 pm

Panatone Finvest reports standalone net loss of Rs 32.45 crore in the June 2026 quarter

Sales decline 91.11% to Rs 2.36 crore

Business Standard 15 Aug 2026 4:16 pm

Truhome Finance standalone net profit rises 82.46% in the June 2026 quarter

Sales rise 32.45% to Rs 723.51 crore

Business Standard 15 Aug 2026 4:16 pm

Export-Import Bank of India standalone net profit declines 6.98% in the June 2026 quarter

Total Operating Income decline 2.40% to Rs 5304.70 crore

Business Standard 15 Aug 2026 4:16 pm

Kisan Vikas Patra at 7.5%: How long will your money take to double in 2026?

Kisan Vikas Patra offers a 7.5% annual interest rate in July-September 2026, with investments doubling in 115 months. Here is how KVP works, its maturity period, investment limits and key points savers should know before investing.

Livemint 15 Aug 2026 3:07 pm

CBDTs foreign income-asset disclosure scheme for small taxpayers: How much income tax do you actually have to pay?

The Central Board of Direct Taxes launched a one-time scheme on 16 August for small taxpayers to declare undisclosed foreign assets until December 2026. A 60% payment on the declared value ensures immunity from penalties.

Livemint 15 Aug 2026 3:05 pm

Madhusudan Kelas portfolio: 7 stocks rally up to 135% in CY26

Madhusudan Kela

The Economic Times 15 Aug 2026 2:56 pm

Delhi Lakshmi Yojana: Here's how to check status of your application online Stepwise guide

Registration for the Delhi Lakshmi Yojana will continue till the target of 17 lakh women is met, CM Rekha Gupta said. Here's how eligible women can track the status of their application after applying for the financial assistance scheme 

Livemint 15 Aug 2026 2:55 pm

Have multiple jobs at the same time? Heres how your PF membership is regulated under EPFO rules

Employees with multiple jobs may receive separate EPF benefits from each employer, and EPFO provides guidelines for overlapping employment. Details here. 

Livemint 15 Aug 2026 2:55 pm

Credit card statement date vs payment due date: What is the difference, and why does it matter

Check out the difference between a credit card statement date and payment due date. Having a clear understanding of the same can help cardholders plan repayments, avoid late fees and interest, manage cash flow and maintain healthier credit habits.

Livemint 15 Aug 2026 2:53 pm

Jinkushal Industries consolidated net profit declines 59.36% in the June 2026 quarter

Sales rise 15.87% to Rs 56.57 crore

Business Standard 15 Aug 2026 2:51 pm

Suvidhaa Infoserve reports consolidated net loss of Rs 1.91 crore in the June 2026 quarter

Sales rise 135.29% to Rs 2.40 crore

Business Standard 15 Aug 2026 2:51 pm

Panorama Studios International consolidated net profit rises 165.95% in the June 2026 quarter

Sales rise 34.26% to Rs 183.07 crore

Business Standard 15 Aug 2026 2:51 pm

Rajesh Exports reports consolidated net profit of Rs 47.19 crore in the June 2026 quarter

Sales rise 82.71% to Rs 240335.72 crore

Business Standard 15 Aug 2026 2:51 pm

Fischer Medical Ventures consolidated net profit declines 22.02% in the June 2026 quarter

Sales rise 249.49% to Rs 81.92 crore

Business Standard 15 Aug 2026 2:51 pm

Orchid Pharma reports consolidated net profit of Rs 3.22 crore in the June 2026 quarter

Sales rise 15.57% to Rs 304.17 crore

Business Standard 15 Aug 2026 2:51 pm

Retro Green Revolution reports consolidated net loss of Rs 0.06 crore in the June 2026 quarter

Sales decline 93.44% to Rs 0.04 crore

Business Standard 15 Aug 2026 2:51 pm

Udayshivakumar Infra reports standalone net profit of Rs 2.46 crore in the June 2026 quarter

Sales decline 20.48% to Rs 46.25 crore

Business Standard 15 Aug 2026 2:50 pm

Axis Max Life Insurance standalone net profit rises 21.38% in the June 2026 quarter

Sales rise 18.65% to Rs 7344.03 crore

Business Standard 15 Aug 2026 2:50 pm

Suraj Products standalone net profit rises 46.62% in the June 2026 quarter

Sales rise 8.67% to Rs 87.70 crore

Business Standard 15 Aug 2026 2:50 pm

RBI proposes 3-month MCLR reset for loans: What could change for borrowers and their monthly EMIs

RBI has proposed a new MCLR formula using a three-month moving average of banks marginal funding costs. The draft also proposes a three-month reset period for MCLR-linked loans and aims to make loan pricing more transparent.

Livemint 15 Aug 2026 2:44 pm

Bitcoin near $63,000 as weaker ETF demand and cancelled SEC meeting dampen crypto sentiment

Bitcoin hovered near $63,000 as weaker ETF demand and a cancelled SEC meeting weighed on crypto sentiment. Bitcoin and Ethereum declined, while the global crypto market cap slipped 0.4%. Analysts cited subdued momentum, regulatory uncertainty and range-bound trading.

The Economic Times 15 Aug 2026 2:32 pm

Monarch Mutual Fund set to enter MF space with maiden overnight fund; files draft with Sebi

Monarch Mutual Fund has filed draft papers with Sebi for its maiden scheme, an overnight fund investing primarily in one-day securities. The open-ended debt scheme targets low risk, high liquidity and overnight-rate-linked returns, with Sanjay Motta as fund manager.

The Economic Times 15 Aug 2026 2:22 pm

Why life insurance should be part of your financial freedom plan, not an afterthought

Financial freedom requires more than wealth creation. Learn how life insurance, emergency savings and disciplined SIP investing can protect family finances, support long-term goals and build a stronger financial plan against unexpected life events.

Livemint 15 Aug 2026 2:20 pm

5 lakh investment plan: How to allocate your money wisely by age, risk and financial goals

Learn how to invest 5 lakh wisely at different ages with a practical asset allocation strategy covering equity, mutual funds, fixed deposits, gold and liquidity, while balancing risk, financial goals, family responsibilities and long-term wealth creation.

Livemint 15 Aug 2026 2:09 pm

F&O Talk: Nifty consolidation to continue says Sudeep Shah; gives Tata Motors, Lenskart, Honasa strategy

Nifty remains range-bound amid falling volatility, with 24,200

The Economic Times 15 Aug 2026 2:07 pm

DA Hike 2026: Expert decodes how Dearness Allowance is calculated, approved and when the revised rate takes effect

DA Hike 2026 explained: Know how Dearness Allowance is calculated using CPI-IW data, when the July revision takes effect, and how retrospective payments and arrears work. Having a conceptual understanding of these aspects can help in better financial planning. 

Livemint 15 Aug 2026 1:55 pm

IPO rush: 5 companies to raise Rs 5,499 crore next week; Shiprocket, 4 others to list

Indias IPO market enters another busy week, with five companies set to raise Rs 5,499.32 crore between August 17 and 21. Horizon Industrial Parks leads fundraising, while five recently completed IPOs, including Shiprocket, are scheduled to list.

The Economic Times 15 Aug 2026 1:42 pm

Life insurance claim denied over non-disclosure? Why family won 1 crore after insurer failed to prove concealment

A Telangana consumer commission has upheld a 1 crore life insurance death claim after Tata AIA rejected it over alleged non-disclosure of an earlier policy proposal postponed on medical grounds. 

Livemint 15 Aug 2026 1:29 pm

Concurrent Losers: 11 stocks decline for 5 consecutive sessions

The Sensex fell 490 points over five sessions through August 14, while 23 BSE 500 stocks declined daily. Eleven stocks dropped more than 5%, led by Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail, Physicswallah and Techno Electric & Engineering.

The Economic Times 15 Aug 2026 1:23 pm

Big relief for taxpayers! Govt opens one-time disclosure window for unreported foreign assets; check penalty, due date

Taxpayers with unreported foreign assets can file declarations till December 31, 2026 through a one-time disclosure window. The voluntary scheme targets small investors. Here's all you need to know about the scheme.

Livemint 15 Aug 2026 1:22 pm

MSECL secures mandate for facilitating Bhusawal-Badnera project

From Central Railways

Business Standard 15 Aug 2026 1:16 pm

Nearly 200 cr net worth, but a little equity: How Bankipur MLA Prashant Kishore invests his wealth

His financial portfolio includes investments like fixed deposits, mutual funds, and bonds, He also possesses a dismantled rice mill and his wife has gold weighing 475 grams and silver weighing 200 grams.

Livemint 15 Aug 2026 1:13 pm

Top 5 India-focused offshore equity funds and ETFs in Q1FY27. Check details

India-focused offshore funds and ETFs delivered returns of up to 32.7% over three months, outperforming the MSCI India USD Index, which fell 12%. Taishin India led gains, followed by Aditya BSL, SBI Resurgent India Opportunities, AsahiLife Neuberger and Wasatch.

The Economic Times 15 Aug 2026 1:05 pm

NIBE secures defence order worth Rs 563.35 cr

For supply of loiter munition system

Business Standard 15 Aug 2026 1:04 pm

Debt mutual funds attracted Rs 1.87 lakh crore in July after two months of outflows. Is the trend set to continue?

Debt mutual funds attracted Rs 1.87 lakh crore in July, reversing June-quarter outflows. Liquid, overnight and money market funds led inflows, while longer-duration categories saw redemptions. Experts said flows reflected seasonal treasury movements and continued preference for liquidity.

The Economic Times 15 Aug 2026 12:57 pm

Mahindra launches new BE 6 SPORTEQ series

Mahindra today introduced the BE 6 SPORTEQ, an all-new series that marks the next evolution of its acclaimed electric origin SUV.

Business Standard 15 Aug 2026 12:50 pm

ETMarkets Smart Talk| Where is the value? Sachin Bajaj favours financials, healthcare, capex plays

Axis Max Life CIO Sachin Bajaj sees Indian equities entering a favourable phase as earnings recover, valuations moderate and domestic flows remain strong. He favours financials, healthcare, capital goods, digital platforms and manufacturing beneficiaries, while cautioning against expensive stocks.

The Economic Times 15 Aug 2026 12:46 pm

Ceinsys Tech receives registration as a Google Cloud Partner

Ceinsys Tech has been registered as a Google Cloud Partner across the following engagement areas:

Business Standard 15 Aug 2026 12:31 pm

KFin Technologies among top 5 smallcap stocks that saw highest mutual fund buying in July

Mutual funds stepped up buying in five small-cap stocks during July, led by IDBI Bank, Pine Labs and Force Motors. Godawari Power and KFin Technologies also attracted fresh buying, according to Motilal Oswal Financial Services data.

The Economic Times 15 Aug 2026 12:21 pm

Faced an unfair insurance claim rejection or policy mis-selling? Finance Ministry explains what to do next

The Finance Ministry has issued guidelines for insurance policyholders to address unfair claim rejections and service-related issues. Full details here. 

Livemint 15 Aug 2026 12:18 pm

UPL announces acquisition of Hytech Egypt

Hytech USA is a holding company and controls Misr Hytech Seed International S.A.E. (Hytech Egypt), which is the operating target entity ultimately being acquired by Advanta BV through the acquisition of Hytech USA.

Business Standard 15 Aug 2026 12:16 pm

Adani Enterprises, HDFC Bank among 10 stocks with highest increase in mutual fund holdings in value terms

Mutual funds increased holdings in 10 leading Indian companies during the June quarter, with ICICI Bank and HDFC Bank seeing the largest value additions. All 10 stocks gained, led by Adani Enterprises, InterGlobe Aviation and Bajaj Finance during the quarter.

The Economic Times 15 Aug 2026 12:11 pm

ETMarkets Management Talk| MAN Industries eyes bigger Saudi footprint; region could contribute 3540% of revenue in 3 years: Nikhil Mansukhani

MAN Industries expects Saudi Arabia to become a major growth driver, contributing 3540% of revenue within three years. The company is targeting FY27 revenue of 5,000 crore, backed by Saudi expansion, Dammam facility and Jammus seamless pipe plant.

The Economic Times 15 Aug 2026 12:07 pm

Defaulted on your loan? Know when banks can seize your property and what recovery agents cannot legally do

Missing a loan EMI does not give banks unlimited powers to seize assets or let recovery agents harass borrowers. Heres what banks can legally do after a default and what borrowers can do if recovery agents cross the line.

Livemint 15 Aug 2026 12:01 pm

Nifty at risk below 24,000; MCX, Havells among stocks to watch next week: Rupak De

Nifty faces a crucial 24,000 support level after weakening momentum, with a break potentially triggering short-term bearishness. Analyst Rupak De favours auto and PSU banks, while highlighting MCX, ELGI Equipments, Havells and Himadri Speciality Chemical as trading opportunities.

The Economic Times 15 Aug 2026 11:53 am