39 C 
How mAadhaar users can switch to the new Aadhaar app: Step-by-step guide
The existing mAadhaar app is set to be retired soon and replaced with a redesigned Aadhaar application. Here's how to switch to the new Aadhaar app on both iOS and Android devices.
CMR Green Technologies IPO subscribed 123 times so far on final day
The IPO, priced in the range of 182-192 per share, is entirely an offer-for-sale of up to 3.28 crore equity shares by promoters and an investor-selling shareholder
ATMs are running out of cash. Should you be worried? Explained
ATMs could run short of cash as operators face challenges in replenishing machines, despite India having a record 42.54 lakh crore in currency circulation.
Rupee rises 81 paise to close at 94.93 against US dollar post RBI policy decision
MUMBAI, June 5: The rupee appreciated 81 paise to close at 94.93 (provisional) against the US dollar on Friday after the Reserve Bank announced measures to support foreign capital inflows and strengthen forex liquidity. Forex traders said the announcements in the RBI policy boosted investor sentiments after the apex bank asserted that the countrys forex reserves provide a sufficient buffer against external shocks. The Reserve Bank on Friday expectedly kept interest rates unchanged for the second time in a row [] The post Rupee rises 81 paise to close at 94.93 against US dollar post RBI policy decision appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Repo rate unchanged: The next move for FD investors and home loan borrowers
RBI governor announced the unchanged repo rate of 5.25% with a 'neutral' policy stance, citing inflation risks from geopolitical tensions. Here's what it means for fixed deposit investors and home loan borrowers.
Income-tax returns: NRIs are subject to income-tax in India depending on their residential status. Here's a look at the applicable tax slabs, surcharge rate, rebate, and marginal relief that they can claim while filing ITR.
31,000 on fitness? Bengaluru's millennial couple describes monthly expenses of a family of 3
A millennial couple living in Bengaluru provided a breakdown of monthly expenses of a family of 3. Let's have a look at their lifestyle through their expenditure.
Gold futures drop to 1,58,011/10g
Analysts attribute fall to weak global cues
Silver futures fall to 2.5 lakh/kg
Analysts say sell-off by participants mainly weighed on silver prices
India plans up to 2% stake sale in Hindustan Zinc via OFS, may raise $525 million
The stake sale is expected to be launched this month or in July as part of the governments broader asset monetisation programme
HCC bags 127 crore Bhutan Hydropower contract, stock edges up
The scope of work covers construction of diversion tunnels, hydromechanical gates, and cofferdams
RBI holds repo rate at 5.25%; markets rise as financials gain, metals drag
The MPC raised FY27 inflation projection to 5.1% and trimmed GDP growth to 6.6%, citing global risks including West Asia conflict, crude oil volatility, and rupee weakness
he submission process was originally launched on March 5, 2026, with the deadline first set for April 30, before being pushed to May 31
8th Pay Commission: Pensioners seek age-based pension enhancement; here's what the proposal means
8th Pay Commission: Representative groups have made various demands regarding pension revisions to the panel. Here's a look at the age-based enhancement proposal, what it means and how it would work for pensioners.
Earning 50 lakh a year But are you actually rich? What the math says
A 50 LPA salary definitely feels impressive. It looks great on LinkedIn. It feels great for the ego. But theres one small problem. The moment you stop working the 50 LPA stops too.
Hindalco shares slip 1.45% at early trade
The stock has returned 74.52% over one year and 24.26% year-to-date, significantly outpacing the Nifty 50
RBI policy in focus as Sensex, Nifty open higher; Tech and Metal stocks drag
Experts expect RBI to hold repo rate at 5.25%
Dearness Allowance: Here's how your 2% DA hike was calculated using AICPI's 12-month average
Dearness Allowance: We explain how 2% DA hike for central government employees and pensioners, announced in April, was calculated using the AICPI's 12-month average as prescribed by the 7th pay commission.
ACME Solar raises 2,800 crore via QIP, shares hit 52-week high
Shares of ACME Solar responded positively on the NSE, touching 359 a fresh 52-week high before trading around 352.30, up roughly 1.86% from the previous close of 345.85
SEBI, in its interim order dated June 3, 2026, alleged that Rajesh Exports had prima facie misrepresented nearly 15.15 lakh crore in revenues linked to its subsidiaries and step-down subsidiaries between FY21 and FY25.
I asked ChatGPT to compare Russia, Japan and South Korea for a 1 lakh budget tripThe math says
Choosing between Russia, Japan, and South Korea for a trip under 1 lakh, South Korea emerges as the best value option. Detailed itineraries for each destination highlight unique experiences and attractions, with Japan standing out as the top choice if the budget allows flexibility.
Rupee inches up, defies Asian peers; caution prevails before RBI policy
Rupee rises 8 paise to 95.66 against US dollar in early trade.
Gold slips, set for weekly loss on West Asia tensions, rate-hike fears
Investors are now awaiting the May US nonfarm payrolls data, due later in the day, to gauge the Fed's monetary policy path
The policyholder remains the weakest stakeholder: Bejon Misra on what ails Indias insurance sector
Consumer policy expert Bejon Misra says opaque pricing, weak grievance redressal and poor insurer accountability continue to leave policyholders at a disadvantage.
Gold Rate Today: Check the live price of 22K, 24K and 18K gold prices on 5 June 2026
Gold Rate Today: Here are gold rates in key Indian cities on Friday, 5 June 2026. Check the price of 18K, 22K and 24K gold in Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata, and Mumbai today.
PPF, SSY, NPS Vatsalya and MF share many similarities on paper, but their differences become apparent when you actually need to access your money.
Indias hidden AI winners are powering a data centre-led stock market rally
Strong spending by hyperscalers and rising demand for power, cooling and connectivity equipment have propelled stocks such as Sterlite Technologies, HFCL and MTAR Technologies, creating what investors call the AI capex trade
Fintech and payment gateway services provider BharatPe has launched BharatPe Flex. It said the product allows customers access to the flexibility of a credit line integrated into the UPI experience. Here's how to sign up, features and all you need to know
Stocks in focus, June 5: Ola Electric QIP, Maruti flex-fuel Wagon R, Inox Clean-Vena Energy deal
Corporate India remained active with fundraising, acquisitions, strategic partnerships and capacity expansion, as Ola Electric completed a 780-crore QIP, Inox Clean Energy announced a major renewable energy acquisition, and Maruti Suzuki launched Indias first flex-fuel passenger vehicle
Pune woman shared breakdown of 2.2 lakh monthly expense for a family of 3. Let's find out what is burning her cash EMI's or rent.
Health insurance: How to reduce out-of-pocket costs during claim process
A few proactive steps can significantly reduce surprises at the time of a health insurance claim
EPFO interest update: When FY26 interest payment is likely to be credited and how to track it
EPFO retained the EPF interest rate at 8.25% for FY2025-26. Interest payment delay expected between June and September 2026. Check status by looking for 'Int. Updated up to 31/03/2026' entry in the passbook.
Can occasional smoking raise your health insurance premium? Here's what experts say
Someone who smokes just a handful of times a year may still reportedly be classified as a smoker and could face premiums that are 30% to 50% higher than those charged to non-smokers.
Two actively managed equity fund categories, each built on a distinct logic of portfolio construction - one defined by breadth, the other by deliberate concentration.
When reinvestment fails: A look at the tax implications of unused Capital Gains Account Scheme funds
Section 54F is a tax-saving provision designed to encourage residential housing investments by exempting LTCG on non-residential assets, capped at a maximum investment threshold of 10 crore.
GIFT City-based Marcellus Global Equities Fund to open on June 8
The new fund offer will open on June 8 and close on June 19
India gold ETFs see first monthly outflow in a year as investors book profits
Outflow follows hike in import duty to 15 per cent as prices hit 1,64,497 per 10 grams
Hexagon Nutrition raises 41.7 crore from anchor investors ahead of IPO
The company allotted shares to a group of institutional investors, with Bandhan Small Cap Fund leading the anchor book with an investment of around 12 crore
HDFC MF restricts investments in gold ETFs, FoFs
Fund house restricts lump-sum subscriptions in its gold ETF schemes until further notice
India has 78,000 crore in unclaimed bank deposits, 14,000 crore in unclaimed insurance funds, and 3,000 crore in unclaimed mutual fund investments. So, let's find out the different types of unclaimed assets and how you can check whether any belong to you, and the steps to claim them.
Step-by-step guide to file ITR online: Know the complete process from registration to verification
Filing an ITR involves following a series of steps to ensure all details are reported accurately. The Income Tax Department provides a pre-filled ITR-1 filing service on the e-Filing portal for registered users. This guide covers the step-by-step process of filing the ITR-1 form.
Nifty holds ground ahead of RBI decision; Midcaps outshine
The Sensex closed at 74,360.01, up 13.84 points or 0.02%, while the Nifty 50 settled at 23,416.55, gaining just 10.95 points or 0.05%
Sensex, Nifty, Stock Price Highlights: After a negative opening, benchmarks ended flat. Sensex was up 13.84 pts or 0.02% to end at 74,360.01, Nifty 50 inched up 10.95 pts or 0.05% to 23,416.55.
The price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio is one of the most common metrics for valuing a stock. By incorporating earnings growth, the PEG ratio provides a more comprehensive view of whether a stock is fairly valued relative to its earnings growth.
FOMO is reshaping investing behaviour. Are Indias financial advisers keeping up?
As traditional wealth management models begin to fray, the industry must pivot toward real-time engagement and behavioural coaching to stay relevant.
Meeshos AI discovery engine PRISM now drives over 75% of orders
PRISM is designed around browsing and discovery behaviour
ITR deductions reduce your taxable income by subtracting certain expenses from gross income. Today we take a look at the various medical and healthcare related deductions available under the old tax regime
Indias wealth boom has a problem: 84.8% of households do not have a will, study finds
1 Finance Magazine has found that 84.8% of Indians have no will, and 62.5% have no plans to make one, highlighting weak estate planning, limited financial awareness, and rising inheritance disputes amid growing intergenerational wealth transfers.
Indri Whisky maker Piccadily launches travel retail-exclusive Ilika at $80
Ilika is matured in a combination of ex-Spanish Sherry and ex-American Bourbon oak casks at the companys distillery near the Himalayan foothills
Tata Communications stock rises 2%; new study exposes AI infrastructure gap in global enterprises
The stock has gained over 25% in the past month and trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 54.77, with a total market capitalisation of approximately 56,259 crore
BIS studying implementation challenges for mandatory silver hallmarking, says DG
Silver hallmarking has been voluntary since 2005 and from September 2025 onwards, hallmarked silver articles carry a Hallmark Unique Identification (HUID) number, enabling buyers to verify purity.
Employees Provident Fund: Who is eligible and non-eligible to be nominee?
The EPFO manages employees' provident fund and pension schemes in India. Members must add nominess for both with rules differing based on marital status. E-nomination process available for Aadhaar-verified UAN holders.
Taking a home loan? Here's why your EMI should stay within 30% of monthly income
A smart home loan EMI can help keep finances safe and build wealth, while a high repayment burden can hurt finances, damage credit profiles, and bring down credit scores. Keeping home loan EMI within 30% of monthly income helps protect savings and long-term goals.
Gold rises in futures trade as investors seek safety amid global uncertainty
Analysts said renewed investor interest in precious metals was driven by lingering geopolitical concerns and softer crude oil prices, which improved sentiment towards gold prices
Vibhor Steel Tubes approves wholly-owned subsidiary for infrastructure steel products
Viyom Steel Infra will focus on steel products for infrastructure use, including transmission towers, monopoles, crash barriers and octagonal poles
PhysicsWallah scraps in-house lending plan, stock surges 15%
The strategic shift, aimed at reducing risk and improving scalability, lifted the stock over 15% in intraday trade.
ITR filing AY 2026-27: Essential documents you should keep ready for hassle-free return filing
With the ITR filing season for AY 2026-27 in full swing, it is important to gather all the necessary documents before filing your return. Some of the key documents include PAN, Form 16, bank statements, capital gains statements, and investment proofs required for claiming deductions.
How digital lending platforms can scale faster without increasing risk
Digital lending platforms revolutionize borrowing by offering small loans at the click of a button. The digital infrastructure, powered by Aadhaar, Account Aggregator framework, and data processing, enhances financial inclusion.
Markets claw back losses by midday; IT drags, energy and pharma gain
The recovery marks the third consecutive session in which the market has bounced from the 23,25023,150 support zone, a pattern analysts at SBI Securities flagged as significant
Todays Gold Rate in India June 4: Gold prices down in Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Kolkata, Bengaluru, Delhi
22, 24 carat Gold prices down across Indian cities on June 4
Titan, Kalyan, Vedanta among stocks in focus after silver import restrictions
Jewellery stocks saw mixed movement on Thursday after most of them dipped in the previous trading session
Status games: why many high-earning Indians fail to become wealthy
Behind luxury cars and premium homes, social proof, choice paralysis and high taxes are draining the savings of India's top earners. The fix? Stop trying to keep up with the Joneses, cut out complex products, and automate simple investments.
How to open fixed deposit online in minutes: Interest rates, benefits and 5 easy steps
Secure returns with a fixed deposit and grow your savings with ease in the current geopolitical environment where protecting wealth is something indispensable. This guide explains how to open an FD online, compare interest rates, and invest confidently in minutes.
Dearness Allowance FAQs: Is DA part of salary? Is it taxable? Must you report it in ITR?
Dearness Allowance: We answer the top FAQs on DA for taxpayers. Whether the component is credited as part of your salary, is subject to tax, must be reported in your income tax returns filing and more
Rajesh Exports stock hits lower circuit after SEBI action against promoter
Slide follows SEBIs interim findings that Rajesh Exports had prima facie misrepresented nearly 15.15 lakh crore in revenues linked to its subsidiaries between FY21 and FY25
IEX shares rise 2% after May electricity trade volumes jump
The exchange reported total electricity traded volume of 12,983 million units (MU) in May 2026 compared with 10,946 MU in the corresponding month last year
The biggest tax filing mistake this year may be filing too early
ITR utilities are now available, but Form 26AS, AIS and TIS data may still be updating. Filing too soon can trigger mismatches, revised returns and refund delays.
BHEL shares dip; announces Nigeria contract win worth up to 2,500 crore
The stock opened at 410.40 on the NSE, touching an intraday high of 411, before slipping to 405.65 as of 10.01 AM down 0.16% from its previous close of 406.30
Rupee trades in narrow range against US dollar in early trade
Rupee opens at 95.70, then touches 95.69 in initial trade, registering a rise of 7 paise from its previous close
The most common ITR filing mistakes people make in 2026 number 6 can delay your refund
Income-tax returns: Here are the most common mistakes taxpayers can make when filing their ITR in 2026. Here's the seven important checks highlighted, including some that could delay your refund process.
Sensex, Nifty slide at open as West Asia tensions, RBI meet rattle markets
The RBIs Monetary Policy Committee is currently in session, with its rate decision due on Thursday
Gold and silver prices today, 4 June: Gold gains on MCX amid a weaker dollar and geopolitical tensions. Check the latest 24K, 22K gold and 999 silver retail rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Kolkata, and Chennai.
REC to issue near 3-year bonds, bankers say
REC plans to raise 3,000 crore, including a greenshoe option of 2,500 crore, through the sale of bonds
Rupee under pressure from outflows, Asia weakness; report on tax relief may support
A pickup in equity outflows and fading hopes of a U.S.-Iran detente have put the rupee back on the back foot
US news: Americans may see their social security payments reduced by $500 per month over the next six years, by 2032, amid changes to the benefits program. Here's what we know
Gold rises on softer dollar, oil, as markets weigh US-Iran peace optimism
Israel and Lebanon agreed to implement a ceasefire to end hostilities, the Trump administration said on Wednesday, boosting hopes for a broader deal to end the Iran conflict
SpaceX sets IPO price at $135, becomes largest public offering in history
The offering is expected to raise $74.4 billion, surpassing the records set by Saudi Aramco in 2019.
Nifty may open 150 points lower as investors track RBI policy and global cues
Market participants are closely watching the Reserve Bank of Indias monetary policy decision for signals on interest rates, inflation and liquidity
Buzzing stocks, June 4: Rajesh Exports, HFCL, Hero MotoCorp, BHEL, Aurobindo Pharma, GMR Airports
Indian corporates saw a flurry of activity with regulatory action, expansion plans, large contract wins and stake transactions dominating headlines. Key developments included SEBIs restrictions on Rajesh Exports, HFCLs defence push, BHELs Nigeria order, and SoftBanks Lenskart stake sale
Sensex today | Stock Market Live: Stock to buy today: Olectra Greentech
Sensex, Nifty, Stock Price Live Updates: The stock of Olectra Greentech has been rallying since mid-March after it found support at 878. After witnessing a price correction recently, the stock now shows that the bulls are regaining traction. Notably, last week, the scrip rebounded from the 50-day moving average at 1,187 and has now moved above a key resistance at 1,260, opening the door for a further rally.
8th Pay Commission: Can India afford a 3.5 fitment factor? Salary hike, fiscal impact explained
8th Pay Commission fitment factor discussions intensify as unions demand a revision of up to 4x in basic salaries, given current inflation, the once-a-decade revision and associated challenges. Here is what the impact of a 3.5 fitment factor will be on salaries, pensions and government finances.
NHPC OFS fully subscribed, government raises about 4,300 crore from stake sale
The NHPC OFS marks the third disinvestment transaction in FY27, taking the governments total disinvestment proceeds this fiscal to 7,808 crore.
SoftBank sells 3.25% stake in Lenskart for 2,873 crore via block deal
The transaction involved the sale of 5.65 crore shares at 508.55 apiece, reducing SoftBanks holding in the eyewear company to 9.88 per cent from 13.13 per cent.
Easing ITR compliance: A guide to presumptive taxation under Section 44ADA
Under this framework, eligible taxpayers are allowed to declare 50% of their gross annual receipts as taxable earnings.
Maximising emergency funds: Is a sweep-in fixed deposit your best bet?
Before shifting your emergency safety net into a sweep-in FD, it is smart to weigh a few operational details, including premature withdrawal policies, minimum balance rules, interest rate gaps, and tax rules.
Led by Poland & China, central banks turned net buyers of gold in April
The development comes after they were net sellers of the precious metal in March; Russia continues to offload the yellow metal
SEBI bars Rajesh Mehta from trading in Rajesh Exports shares
Regulator alleges misrepresentation of over 15 lakh crore in revenues linked to overseas subsidiaries; orders fresh forensic audit
Abu Dhabi rent hike halt sends relief to residents, Indian expats amid US-Iran war; experts weigh in
Abu Dhabi halts rent hikes temporarily, maintaining current rental amounts in contracts. It provides financial predictability for households and businesses, benefiting expatriates. The decision aligns with broader relief measures introduced post US-Iran war, enhancing household budgeting.
