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An emergency fund should be easily accessible and low-risk. You will have to allocate your funds such that they can be liquidated for immediate needs while giving optimal returns without compromising safety.
The revised NPS was launched on the lines of the Centre's unified pension scheme (UPS), a default pension scheme rolled out for the new recruits joining central government jobs starting 1 April 2025.
Unable to find work in her field, she accepted the first opportunity that came her way managing Airbnb apartments, which involved cleaning rooms, handling laundry, and responding to guest queries.
BSE clocks record FY26 as derivatives revenue doubles
Exchange says cash market share growth held back by pending SOR approvals; targets higher FPI participation
The cost-of-living index comparison between India and the United States highlights key differences in housing, healthcare, salaries, and purchasing power. It will help individuals and families make informed decisions on relocation and financial planning.
The Arunachal Pradesh state government on Wednesday announced a 2% hike in dearness allowance component in salaries of serving employees, raising the rate to 60 per cent of basic pay and pension.
Waaree Renewable to acquire 55% stake in Associated Power Structures for 1,225 cr
Procedural requirements for the acquisition are expected to be completed by June 15, 2026
I asked ChatGPT to calculate corpus for retirement to vacation location at 55, factoring in inflation, healthcare, and a sustainable withdrawal rate. Here is what artificial intelligence chatbot said
Midcaps steal the show as crude cools, benchmarks flatline
The Sensex declined 114 points, or 0.15%, to settle at 77,844.52, while the Nifty slipped just 4.30 points, or 0.02%, to close at 24,326.65
The AIDEF submitted demands to the 8th CPC, including a minimum pay of 69,000, a fitment factor of 3.833, and risk allowances for hazardous jobs. Here's a look at demands from civilian employees with the defence ministry
Wonderla Posts record Q4 revenue on Chennai park boost; stock slides 1.3%
For the full year FY26, total income grew 14% to 55,108 lakhs, while EBITDA rose 12% to 19,245 lakhs
Secure your future early with EPFO, as EPF, EPS, and EDLI contributions can steadily help in building retirement savings, lifelong pension benefits, and family financial security for salaried employees across the country.
Escorts Kubota posts 30% jump in Q4 profit, declares 51 total dividend for FY26
The growth was driven by strong tractor sales and margin expansion
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.
Rupee rebounds sharply on oil slide, NDF dollar selling
Rupee rises to 94.2525 per dollar, up 0.4%
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
Sula Vineyards shares dip mildly as sell-heavy trading follows Q4 results
The stock has had a punishing run over the past year
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
Bajaj Auto shares hit 52-week high after record Q4 revenue, margin resilience
The stock traded at 10,579 at 9:26 am as investors cheered strong export momentum, operating leverage benefits and upbeat management commentary on margins despite rising raw material costs
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
Dearness Allowance: DA for Pensioners Who is eligible, how does it work? Here's all you need to know
Retired central govt employees are eligible for individual or family pensions which are adjusted every time the CPC rolls out a DA hike or cut, depending on inflation computation. Here's all you need to know
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
I asked ChatGPT to calculate the required financial independence, retire early aka F.I.R.E. number to create retirement corpus with 15 lakh per annum salary at 35. Here is what the artificial intelligence chatbot said
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.
RBI also laid ground rules for how these seized assets must be handled, including how long the lenders can keep them, and who is banned from buying them back.
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.
UBL shares hit 52-week low post Q4 results; analysts stay cautious
UBL stock has shed nearly 34.4% over the past year, significantly underperforming the Nifty FMCG index, which is down about 9.9% in the same period
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
Gold jumps on weaker dollar, Middle East peace hopes
Gold gained as oil prices retreated on reduction in geopolitical risk premium, after the U.S. confirmed that the ongoing fragile ceasefire between Iran is still intact
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.
Nifty set for 200-point gap-up opening on positive global cues
Improved global sentiment, driven by signs of de-escalation in the Middle East, has eased oil prices and boosted risk appetite across Asian markets
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.
