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Bagmane Prime Office REIT ends 3.7% higher at 103.66
IPO received strong bids from investors
Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana returns explained: What yearly investments can grow into
The Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana account is presently providing 8.2% earnings per period, calculated yearly
Public Provident Fund vs Fixed Deposits vs SIPs: Which one should a first-time investor start?
PPF vs FDs vs SIPs: A first-time investor's choice should depend on your particular financial situation and future goals. Take a look below to assess, which works best for your lifestyle and planned retirement targets
Turning 60? Here are the top 5 health insurance plans for senior citizens in 2026
Senior citizens' health insurance plans should offer better claim support, chronic illness coverage, restoration benefits and flexible features. These 2026 plans will help protect the elderly against rising healthcare costs.
Sensex, Nifty rally for second straight day as US-China optimism offsets rupee woes
Nifty closes at 23,689, up 277 points or 1.18%, while Sensex gains 789 points or 1.06% to settle at 75,398
The 8th central pay commission is consulting with stakeholders to gather input for its recommendations. Meetings are scheduled across various states and territories to collect feedback. Here's what some of the biggest employee groups are demanding
Sensex, Nifty, Share Prices Highlights: Indian shares rose on Thursday, supported by steady earnings and signs of progress in U.S.-China trade relations, though sentiment remained fragile as elevated oil prices and foreign outflows drove the rupee to another record low.
Rupee slips to record low near 96/$ as energy risks deepen
Rupee closed at 95.7625 against the US dollar as rising energy costs strain external balances.
How the deemed residency rule can hurt NRIs in some West Asian countries
If Indian-source taxable income from property sales, equity gains, dividend or interest crosses 15 lakh in any financial year, deemed residency kicks in and every treaty benefit disappears.
Gold steady as markets focus on Trump-Xi meeting
China's Xi Jinping told Trump that trade talks were making progress at the start of a two-day summit on Thursday but that disagreement over Taiwan could damage relations and even lead to conflict
22, 24 carat Gold prices down across Indian cities on May 14
50-30-20 vs envelope vs zero-based budgeting: Which method suits you best?
50-30-20, envelope, and zero-based budgeting: three personal finance systems that help manage income, control spending, and improve savings discipline through structured planning, flexible methods, and financial clarity.
Nikhil Kamath proposed a gold-backed stablecoin to monetize idle gold in Indian households. CoinSwitch's Ashish Singhal noted existing global products but highlighted challenges with India's gold, including regulation, trust, and storage of non-standardized gold assets.
Whats behind golds record high & silvers decline?
MCX gold near 1.62 lakh; crude firm above $100 amid Hormuz concerns
IT stocks extend losses as Nifty eyes 23,700; Adani, Cipla lead rally
On the Nifty 50, Adani Enterprises surged 7.09% to 2,675, followed by Cipla at 6.17% to 1,409.50. Bharti Airtel rose 3.37% to 1,849.50, Dr. Reddys gained 2.80% to 1,300.70, and HDFC Bank advanced 2.54% to 768.65
EPFO deadline alert: File April 2026 ECR, deposit PF dues by 15 May to avoid penalties
The EPFO ECR filing deadline reminder urges employers to submit the April 2026 returns and deposit provident fund contributions by 15 May to avoid penalties, interest charges and compliance issues.
India has increased import tariffs on gold and silver to 15%, up from 6%, to reduce imports and protect foreign exchange reserves. This tariff increase led to a nearly 6% price surge in both metals, impacting demand for gold jewellery and prompting investors to consider silver as an alternative.
Gold duty hike could lift domestic prices, divert supplies to grey market: SBI report
Widening gap between domestic and international prices of gold after a duty hike creates scope opportunities for arbitrage, the report said
Sugar stocks fall up to 6% after Centre bans exports till September 2026
The sharp reaction in sugar stocks came after the governments decision raised concerns over lower export opportunities and pressure on mill realisations amid tightening domestic supply conditions.
Income isnt wealth: The silent trap of high-flying executives
High income, high lifestyle, zero strategy. Why even top executives with stellar careers often fail at wealth creation and how misplaced confidence and poor execution derail financial futures.
Mirae Asset launches SIF-based Platinum Hybrid Long-Short Fund key details explained
Mirae Asset Mutual Fund has launched the Platinum Hybrid Long-Short Fund under the SIF category, offering conservative investors risk-adjusted returns through hedged equity, arbitrage and debt exposure in the country.
Bharti Airtel shares rebound: Whats keeping analysts optimistic?
The stock hit a one-year low of 1,740.50 before recovering to 1,829.60, up 40.40 or 2.26%, as of 10:02 AM IST; It opened at 1,820 and reached a high of 1,832.30
Rupee falls 20 paise to all-time low of 95.86 against US dollar in early trade
At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 95.74, then fell further to a record low of 95.86 against the US dollar, registering a fall of 20 paise from its previous close
Gold and silver prices fell in India on 14 May amid key global developments. MCX gold futures slipped 0.37% to 1,62,270 per 10 gm, while silver futures dropped 1.61% to 2,96,160 per kg. Markets remained focused on the Trump-Xi summit, the new US Fed chair, and oil market volatility.
Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced that the cabinet will discuss Dearness Allowance and the Seventh Pay Commission on May 18. A recent 4% DA increase brings it to 22%, but state employees still lag behind central staff due to differing pay commissions.
Rupee hits record low of 95.80, IT stocks bleed as markets open higher on global tailwinds
Weak rupee, elevated crude oil prices and sustained foreign selling keeps sentiment cautious
Q4 Results Today, May 14, 2026, Live Updates: Catch live updates
Bonds seen little changed as oil, US yields remain elevated
Benchmark 6.48% 2035 bond yield may move in a 7.02%-7.08% range
Rupee stuck under oil pressure; Iran war shadows Trumps China trip
Traders expect the rupee to open between 95.70 and 95.80 after settling at 95.7050 per US dollar on Wednesday, when it hit a record low of 95.7950
The Bihar government has approved a Dearness Allowance increase for state employees and pensioners, raising it by 5 percentage points for the 6th Central Pay Commission and by 9 points for the 5th, effective January 1, 2026. This is a key financial decision by Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary.
Sensex today | Stock Market Live Updates: Stock to buy today: Endurance Technologies(2,532.15)
Sensex, Nifty, Share Prices Live Updates: The stock of Endurance Technologies has been in an uptrend for over a month now. It bounced off the support at 2,200 in early April, moved up and broke out of a resistance band of 2,500-2,520 early this week.
Nifty, Sensex may see positive opening on Thursday
Indian stock markets are set for a positive opening on Thursday, boosted by global trends and improving risk sentiment
Buzzing stocks: Sugar exporters, dairy markers, NBCC, Zydus Life, Lupin, Bajel Projects, Zaggle
Explore key stock movements in sugar, dairy, and other industries, including major company updates and government policies
Social Security raise in 2027? New forecasts signal a higher COLA than earlier expected
New inflation data suggests a possible 4.2% increase in Social Security COLA for 2027, up from 3.2%. Rising costs of essentials have led to revised projections by analysts and advocacy groups, highlighting a significant loss in purchasing power for beneficiaries since 2016.
Gold discounts in India breach record $200 an ounce amid profit-taking
The sharp rise in domestic prices triggered investor selling and profit booking in gold ETFs, while retail buyers and jewellers stayed away due to weak demand.
Locked EPFO account? Here's why it happened and how you can recover it
See an EPF account locked message when you try to log into your employee provident fund. This can happen due to multiple reasons. Here's what steps EPFO members can take to resolve the issue and access their account
Rupee edges closer to 96/USD; end at a record low of 95.71
RBI is understood to have intervened in the market via Dollar sale by State-owned banks to decelerate the depreciating bias of the Rupee
I asked ChatGPT how to build fintech startup in 5 years on 10 LPA job: AI didn't sugarcoat anything
A Bengaluru tech professional sought a realistic startup plan from ChatGPT. The advice emphasised using a stable job as financial capital, maintaining low fixed expenses and focusing on genuine problems over trendy ideas.
Income-tax rules: Here's how capital gains generated from digital, paper (which includes gold ETFs, gold mutual funds and sovereign gold bonds) physical and inherited gold are taxed for residents and NRIs.
Higher duty may lead to gold demand lowering by 60 tonnes saving $2.5 billion: Economists
While the move is designed to narrow the Current Account Deficit, analysts warn that a potential surge in smuggling could dilute these fiscal gains
ITR filing 2026: Sold property at a loss? Heres how you can claim income tax relief this year
Property sales can sometimes result in capital losses due to various reasons. Taxpayers are allowed to set off such losses against capital gains. Both short-term and long-term losses can be carried forward for up to eight years. Full details here.
Public sector lender Canara Bank on Tuesday (12 May) hiked its MCLR rates by 5 bps. We explore how this increase will likely impact borrowers' repayments for car loans, home loans and personal loans.
PPF extension vs phased withdrawals: What should investors choose after account maturity?
After a PPF account matures, investors can withdraw the corpus, extend it for five years, or make phased withdrawals. Choices depend on financial goals and liquidity needs. Details here.
8th Pay Commission consultations are gaining pace, with stakeholder meetings, regional visits, and an extension of the memorandum deadline, as central government employees and pensioners await updates on salary and pension revisions.
Explained: Why higher tariffs are unlikely to dent gold, silver demand
After already absorbing a 76.5% rise in gold prices in 2025, buyers are unlikely to stop purchasing because of a 9% tariff hike
PM Modis gold appeal may change buying behaviour, not demand: Industry
Executives say wedding and occasion-led jewellery demand remains relatively resilient, while investment-driven buying is likely to slow first
To file an FIR for a cybercrime involving elderly parents or family members, swift evidence collection, online fraud reporting and bank notification are crucial. Quick action will help minimise financial losses and protect the victim's rights.
The NC-JCM, led by Shiv Gopal Mishra, submitted a 51-page memorandum to the 8th CPC, proposing salary hike, increased minimum pay and expansion of family units for salary calculations from 3 to 5 to reflect current realities.
Honasa Consumer appoints two senior leaders to drive new brand building
Both executives will focus on identifying and building new consumer brands, with Honasa signalling a clear strategic push beyond its existing portfolio
Markets snap 3-day losing streak; metals rally as rupee hits fresh low
The Sensex closed 49.74 points, or 0.07 per cent, higher at 74,608.98, while the Nifty 50 gained 33.05 points, or 0.14 per cent, to settle at 23,412.60 after a volatile trading session
Higher gold duty rattles bullion market; buyers cut purchases, opt for exchanges
Rally in domestic gold prices following the duty increase, coupled with Prime Minister Narendra Modis appeal to curb non-essential gold imports, has triggered caution across bullion markets and jewellery showrooms
Piccadily Agro shares edge up after awards sweep
The Haryana-based distiller, with a total market capitalisation of 5,891.62 crore, is listed on the NIFTY MICROCAP 250 index and trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 42.40
Rupee hits fresh low of 95.7/$ as outflows, oil strain worsen rout
Analysts say the losses would have been steeper had it not been for RBIs frequent market interventions and rare regulatory curbs
Gold falls as hot US inflation data diminish rate cut bets
US consumer inflation rose further in April, with the annual rate posting its largest gain in three years
Bank FD vs SCSS: Which investment gives better returns over 5 years?
SCSS vs FD comparison highlights higher assured returns from government-backed schemes than bank fixed deposits over five years, with SCSS offering superior maturity value alongside FD flexibility for investors.
What happens if you dont extend SCSS tenure? Rules, interest and withdrawal explained
The Senior Citizens' Savings Scheme (SCSS) offers investment options for individuals aged 60 and above, with quarterly interest payments. It has a five-year maturity period and allows extensions. Here's what happens if you extend the tenure.
Dearness Allowance: After the Finance Ministry and IBA, the Indian Railways has also hiked DA component of employees' salaries by 2%, from 58% to 60%, with effect from 1 January 2026. Here's all you need to know
Gold price today May 13: Gold rates rise in Mumbai, Delhi, Chennai, Kolkata, Ahmedabad and Bengaluru
22K & 24K gold price today, May 13, 2026 across Indian cities
Canara Bank hikes MCLR lending rates; Bank of Baroda keeps rates unchanged check details
Canara Bank MCLR hike by 5 bps may raise EMIs on floating-rate loans like home, auto and personal loans, while Bank of Baroda keeps rates unchanged, impacting borrowers linked to MCLR resets from 12 May 2026.
He owned Bitcoin and Ethereum, but this coin made him rich: Ripple ex-CTOs crypto strategy decoded
Ripple's former CTO, David Schwartz, has revealed that XRP significantly increased his wealth compared to Bitcoin and Ethereum. He once held 26 million XRP, which peaked at $3.65, while he regrets selling Ethereum too early.
Banks vs HFCs: What home loan borrowers must know
Homebuyers must choose between banks and housing finance companies (HFCs) for loans. Banks offer lower interest rates with strict documentation, while HFCs provide flexibility and quicker processing, making them suitable for self-employed borrowers.
Kerala gold merchants seek policy push for gold recycling
Association calls for bullion banking system to cut dependence on imports and protect jewellery sector jobs
Gold imports from Dubai may rise after duty hike: GTRI
Gold imports via Dubai could surge following a sharp hike in India's import duty from 6% to 15%. The India-UAE trade pact now offers a significant arbitrage opportunity, with gold entering at 14% compared to the new general rate.
Aditya Birla Health Insurance launches Activ Yuva, a wellness-first plan offering unlimited hospitalisation cover, OPD benefits, income protection, and rewards for healthy lifestyle habits through its HealthReturns model for young consumers.
MSCI May rejig: Four stocks added, four excluded from Global Standard Index
Federal Bank, Multi Commodity Exchange of India, National Aluminium and Indian Bank will enter the index, while Hyundai Motor India, Jubilant Foodworks, Kalyan Jewellers and Rail Vikas Nigam will be excluded.
Outsourcing house chores is the new and easy norm, but is it burning a hole in your pocket?
App-based domestic help platforms promise reliability and ease. But as promo prices fade and surge fees kick in, urban users are rethinking whether the convenience justifies the rising monthly bill.
Post Office Monthly Income Scheme 2026: 9 lakh investment earns 66,600 yearly, full maturity details
Post Office Monthly Income Scheme 2026 offers guaranteed monthly income, capital safety and stable returns at 7.4% interest, making it suitable for conservative investors seeking low-risk savings options in the country.
Malabar Gold & Diamonds seeks measures to support Gold Monetisation Scheme
Company emphasises focus on recycling, exchange, re-use, and monetisation of existing domestic gold to reduce import dependency
GJEPC says higher gold import duty may raise prices, fuel smuggling and hurt MSME exporters
While backing Narendra Modis broader call for reducing non-essential imports and supporting the economy, the industry body said higher duties have rarely reduced gold imports in proportion to rising prices.
Gold rallies past 1.63 lakh amid global uncertainty, weaker rupee
The rally in domestic bullion was further amplified after the Indian government raised the total import duty on gold and silver to 15% from 6%
Q4 Results Today, 13th May 2026 Live Updates: Catch all the live updates here from the companies announcing their financial results today
Gold duty under India-UAE pact raised in line with standard rate hike
Gold import under specified quota to now attract duties of 14 per cent instead of 5 per cent; experts advise tighter origin rules to check misuse
Rupee Recovers 16 Paise From All-Time Low to 95.52 Against US Dollar in Early Trade
On Tuesday, the rupee depreciated 40 paise to close at a fresh all-time low of 95.68 against the US dollar.
Clarity act up for vote tomorrow: Will it change how you use crypto? 5 Key provisions to watch
The US Senate Banking Committee released the Clarity Act text, defining financial regulators' jurisdiction over cryptocurrencies. Key provisions address stablecoin rewards, anti-money laundering compliance for crypto firms, easing SEC fundraising rules, and others
Nifty slips for 4th day; Crude above $100, Rupee at 95.63 weigh on markets
The rupee has touched a fresh low of 95.63 against the dollar, with USD/INR hovering in the 95.695.7 range amid elevated crude prices, firm dollar demand, and sustained foreign institutional outflows
How the US-Israel conflict with Iran is exposing cracks in the petrodollar system
Rising geopolitical tensions, global fragmentation and efforts by emerging economies to diversify away from the US dollar are also accelerating concerns over the long-term stability of the US-centred financial order
India raises gold and silver tariffs to 15% to ease pressure on forex reserves
The revised duty structure includes a 10 per cent basic customs duty and a 5 per cent Agriculture Infrastructure and Development Cess
Social Security May 2026 payments start this week: Who gets paid today, May 13?
The first wave of May Social Security payments is scheduled for distribution this week. Payments are based on birthdates, with recipients born between the 1st and 10th receiving payments on May 13, followed by others on May 20 and May 27.
Sensex today | Stock Market Live: Stock to buy today: Sagility
Sensex, Nifty, Share Prices LIVE:
Jewellery stocks may remain under pressure after the government raised gold and silver import duties to 15%, while companies including Texmaco Rail, Interarch Building Solutions, Alfa Transformers and Puravankara announced major order wins, investments and strategic expansion plans
India raises gold and silver tariffs to 15% to curb imports and support rupee
The government imposed a 10% basic customs duty along with a 5% Agriculture Infrastructure and Development Cess
Income-tax returns: Form 26AS displays taxpayers' financial statements and can be accessed via the Income Tax portal or your banks' website. Taxpayers can view, download, and provide feedback on the document.
Is foreign-earned salary in NRE account taxable in India? Here's what rules say
Non-resident Indians can transfer overseas earnings to India via NRE accounts, which are not taxable if income is foreign. NRO accounts manage Indian income but incur taxes. Details here.
Groww investors Peak XV, Ribbit and Y Combinator divest stake worth Rs 5,326 crore
Despite the stake sale, the fintech company recently reported strong financial performance, with profit after tax more than doubling to Rs 686 crore in the March 2026 quarter, while total income surged 81 per cent year-on-year
Investment planning is crucial for financial stability, involving assessment of current finances, risk tolerance, and future goals. Here are key factors investors need to keep in mind while forming strategy.
Prime Minister Modi calls for a one-year boycott of gold purchases to reduce imports and strengthen the economy. Experts suggest alternatives that may act like a hedge. Full list and other details here.
