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Government, RBI strengthen measures against fraudulent loan apps
Regulatory guidelines, app directory, blocking orders and awareness campaigns in place; states primarily responsible for enforcement and prosecution
India has no legal limit on gold ownership, provided its source is declared income. While CBDT offers seizure guidelines for specific gold jewellery quantities during searches, exceeding these limits isn't illegal if the origin is explained. Documentation like bills, inheritance papers, or gift records is crucial for proving legitimacy, especially for coins and bars.
Experts urge investors to choose hybrid funds in turbulent market
Amidst geopolitical uncertainty and market volatility, financial planners recommend cautious investors opt for hybrid funds. These schemes blend equity for growth and debt for stability, managing volatility and providing a smoother investment journey. Hybrid funds offer automatic asset allocation, ensuring disciplined portfolio management without investor intervention.
IRDAI holds talks on Public Insurance Registry design
India's insurance regulator, IRDAI, met with industry leaders to discuss the new Public Insurance Registry and Bima Sugam platform. This digital infrastructure aims to boost transparency and consumer protection. The initiative will consolidate insurance data, reduce information gaps, and improve fraud detection. It will cover the entire insurance process from policy to claims, enhancing regulatory oversight and promoting insurance inclusion.
State Bank of India mops up 6,051 cr via 10-year Basel III compliant tier 2 bonds at 7.05%
The bonds are issued for a tenor of 10 years, with call option after 5 years and each anniversary date thereafter
Navi enters motor insurance with zero-commission digital plans
Available through its app, the direct-to-customer product eliminates intermediary costs, enabling competitive pricing
Jio Payments Bank launches UPI-based cash withdrawal at BC points
The initiative aims to strengthen the digital payments ecosystem while improving financial inclusion, especially in rural and semi-urban areas
Parag Parikh awarded best flexicap fund, Edelweiss MF is best asset manager: Morningstar Awards
Morningstar announced 2026 India award winners, honouring top-performing mutual funds and asset managers. Parag Parikh Flexi Cap Fund and Edelweiss Asset Management led, alongside category winners across equity and debt segments for consistent risk-adjusted returns.
Indian companies mopped up $5.336 billion in January 2026 against $4.435 billion in December 2025, per RBI data
RBI injects 48,014 cr in banking system via 7-day variable rate repo auction
RBI has infused 3.50 lakh crore of durable liquidity into the banking system through open market purchase of government securities since January 2026
Wrongdoing by insurance companies does not go unnoticed, says FM Sitharaman
In 202324, a penalty of 2 crore was levied on Reliance General Insurance Company for unfair business practices. Similarly, penalties have been imposed on other companies including Bajaj Finance Ltd (2 crore), HDFC Life Insurance (2 crore), SBI Life Insurance (1 crore) and Royal Sundaram General Insurance (1 crore)
Health coaching lowers preventable insurance costs, ABHI research shows
The research, conducted with Zyla Health and published in Cureus, analysed data from 29,463 customers during FY24
CCAvenue integrates with Shiprocket Checkout to boost e-commerce payments
Shiprocket partners can now access CCAvenues features, including same-day settlements, international payments, no-cost EMI options, and shareable payment links via WhatsApp, SMS, Instagram and email
SBI Card is changing its popular Cashback SBI Card benefits from April 1, 2026. Online spending cashback is capped at Rs 2,000, and offline spending cashback is also capped at Rs 2,000.
India aims for universal health insurance by 2033, says Finance Minister
Government reforms, digitisation, and GST exemptions are expanding access, particularly through schemes like PM Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana and Ayushman Bharat
Insurance complaints are rising, with claim disposal delays topping the list. Data from IRDAI shows a significant increase in policyholder grievances over the past three financial years. The Finance Ministry revealed these figures in Parliament. Steps are being taken to address mis-selling and ensure timely claim settlements for policyholders across India, the Finance Ministry claims.
JioBlackRock Mutual Fund revealed its top stock picks for February. The fund house holds significant stakes in HDFC Bank and ICICI Bank. Reliance Industries, Bharti Airtel, and State Bank of India also feature prominently. Other key holdings include Larsen & Toubro, Infosys, ITC, Vedanta, and IOCL. This portfolio offers a glimpse into the new entrant's investment strategy.
10 large-cap stocks deliver record quarterly profits over 10 quarters
10 companies in the NSE large-cap segment reported December 2025 quarterly profits that were at least 15% higher than their previous peak profits over the past ten quarters.
Muted demand for India's RBI cash infusion signals need for flexible operations, analysts say
The company which has been selling the brand in India through licensing agreement since 2002 said it has acquired these rights for a consideration of 141.4 crore
Mutual funds invest over Rs 1,482 crore in 6 IPOs in February. Check details
Mutual funds injected over Rs 1,482 crore into six IPOs during February, with Fractal Analytics receiving the largest share at Rs 983.88 crore. Clean Max Enviro Energy Solutions and Aye Finance also saw significant investments, totaling Rs 229.93 crore and Rs 142.13 crore, respectively.
City Union Bank signs Ravindra Jadeja as brand ambassador
The partnership will help the brand get associated with a personality who is synonymous with reliability and multifaceted excellence, the bank said
March 31 deadline: Finish these 6 financial tasks
Better than fixed deposits? 5 low-risk investment options to consider
ICICI Prudential Mutual Fund: HDFC Bank and Infosys among top 10 stock holdings in February
JSW Steel Share Price Live Updates: JSW Steel's 6-Month Beta Indicates Volatility
LTIMindtree Share Price Live Updates: Announcement under Regulation 30 (LODR)-Change of Company Name
A 28-year-old investor's mutual fund portfolio, valued at Rs 2.64 lakh, was found to have overlapping schemes. Market expert Pankaj Mathpal advised restructuring the portfolio to avoid duplication and enhance diversification for achieving a Rs 1.5 crore goal in 15 years.
ONGC Share Price Live Updates: ONGC's closing price report
Grasim Inds Share Price Live Updates: Grasim Industries' previous day close
My relative had a joint demat account: Can the nominee be changed after death?
ET Wealth Reader's Query: A relative had a joint demat account with his wife, though all the investments were made by him. He had no children and had made three of his nephews nominees and mentioned that in his registered will too. After his death, his wife replaced the nominees with her sisters son. Is this valid?
ITC Share Price Live Updates: ITC Financial Snapshot
L&T Share Price Live Updates: L&T closes at Rs 3439.0
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BCC seeks RBI relief for exporters hit by West Asia disruptions
The BCC urged RBI to encourage banks to adopt a supportive credit approach by increasing working capital limits and extending export credit tenures
Bajaj Auto Share Price Live Updates: Bajaj Auto's Market Close
The government has provided an update on EPFO 3.0 reforms. Key developments include faster claim settlements and an expanded subscriber base. The Centralised Pension Payment System is now fully adopted by all EPFO field offices. Auto claim settlement for claims up to Rs 5 lakh has significantly improved efficiency.
200% penalty alert! Forgetting this source of income in ITR can cost you heavily
312% return on SGB premature redemption date: Gold bond turns Rs 1 lakh investment into Rs 4.12 lakh
The Reserve Bank of India has set the premature redemption price for Sovereign Gold Bond SGB 2019-20 Series-IV. This bond series, due for redemption on March 17, 2026, will be redeemed at Rs 15,814 per unit.
Flexi cap mutual funds record highest inflows for 7 consecutive months. Will the trend continue?
Flexi cap mutual funds are attracting significant investor money for seven months straight. This trend shows strong investor interest in the category. Experts advise against chasing performance and suggest focusing on long-term financial goals. Flexi cap funds offer flexibility for fund managers to navigate market conditions. Investors should continue SIPs for diversified equity exposure.
BIS urges central banks not to rush reactions to energy price spike
This time, financial markets have been quick to reprice expectations, betting central bankers won't want to make the same mistake again, although the BIS used its latest report to urge caution
Gold, silver ETFs jump up to 6% as Mideast war boosts safe-haven demand. Should you buy now?
Gold and silver ETFs saw a sharp rise on Tuesday as Middle East tensions drove investors toward safe havens. Silver ETFs led gains, while gold funds rose 13%. Experts caution that volatility may persist ahead of the Fed meeting but advise long-term investors to use dips to accumulate and maintain disciplined allocations.
Best value funds to invest in March 2026
Value investors buy such stocks and wait for the market to discover these stocks. When the discovery happens, the stock prices will go up, and value investors make money. It may sound simple. But it is not very easy to execute. The market may take very long to discover these stocks and it may test your patience.
Are you tempted by YOLO trades? 6 ways it can derail your wealth plan & what you can do instead
Equity investors can save income tax on long-term capital gains. A strategy called tax-harvesting involves selling equity investments before March 31, 2026. This allows investors to book gains up to Rs 1.25 lakh tax-free each financial year. After booking profits, investors can repurchase the same assets to remain invested.
Sebi moves to review MF distributor framework
Sebi has formed a working group to review mutual fund distributor regulations and address overlaps with investment advisers. The regulator is also developing a common advertisement code and a digital platform, Sebi Setu, for investment advisers. A standardized penalty structure and simplified NISM module are also planned, amidst concerns over a decline in registered investment advisers.
Investors turn to passive funds as active funds lag
Active equity mutual funds have failed to beat their benchmark indices over the past year. This underperformance has revived the debate on shifting investments to low-cost passive funds. Large-cap, flexi-cap, multicap, midcap, and smallcap funds all lagged their respective benchmarks. Despite this, wealth managers advise against completely abandoning active funds.
Microfinance sector undergoing structural transformation in ticket size composition
The share of loans below 50,000 has declined to 17 per cent from 33 per cent in October-December 2025
Sebi has set up a working group to review regulations for mutual fund distributors and investment advisers, address overlaps, curb unregulated finfluencers, and strengthen compliance, transparency, and investor protection in Indias advisory ecosystem.
Union Bank to raise up to 20,000 crore via long-term bonds
The bank may initially raise 7,500 crore, including a base issue of 3,000 crore and a green shoe option of 4,500 crore, with a tenure of 10 years before March-end 2026.
No clear evidence linking medical inflation to insurance premium hikes: IRDAI
IRDAI has also mandated actuarial reviews to ensure transparency in pricing and capped annual premium hikes for senior citizens at 10 per cent unless approved by the regulator.
Sundaram Home Finance forays into Puducherry in the emerging business segment
The company is targeting disbursements of over 10 crore in the initial phase in this segment in Puducherry
DA Hike for central government employees: When will government announce dearness allowance increase?
Central government employees are eagerly awaiting the Dearness Allowance (DA) hike for January 2026. The government typically announces these increases around major festivals. Past trends suggest an announcement could be made anytime now until early April. The DA hike is calculated based on inflation and impacts employee salaries.
GSTN has issued a new advisory for GSTR-3B filings. Starting February 2026, taxpayers must confirm the 'Tax Liability Breakup, As Applicable' section. This feature auto-populates based on previous period supplies. Taxpayers need to save this breakup before filing. GSTN acknowledges feedback and is working on a resolution for cases without prior period liabilities.
5 portfolio rebalancing rules smart investors follow
The government has reiterated its stance on the minimum EPS pension, currently set at Rs 1,000 per month, emphasizing the need for fund sustainability. In line with a Supreme Court ruling, an online system has been established for eligible members to opt for higher pension contributions, with a three-month deadline to deposit dues after receiving a demand letter.
Gudi Padwa bank holiday 2026: Are banks closed on March 19, 2026 in your state?
Bank holidays are set to vary across Indian states in March 2026. Several states will observe closures on March 19 for festivals like Gudi Padwa, Ugadi, and Telugu New Year. Customers should verify bank opening status in their respective regions. Other March holidays include Holi and Mahavir Jayanti, impacting banking services.
GAIL among 10 energy stocks that hit 52-week lows; slip up to 18% in a month
Credit score: Equifax now offers lenders 2-year trend in customer score movement
Currently, when lenders pull a credit information report from a CIC, they get a three-digit customer credit score, which is a point in time representation of his/her creditworthiness
Union Bank of India approves plan to raise up to 20,000 crore via long-term bonds
Long-term and green/sustainable bonds to fund infrastructure, affordable housing and other initiatives
REC declares Rs 3.20/share dividend. Check record date, dividend yield
REC Limited announced a fourth interim dividend of Rs 3.20 per share, with the record date set for March 20. The dividend will be paid on or before April 14. This marks the companys 45th dividend since 2008, with a 12-month equity payout of Rs 20 per share.
NPS update 2026: PFRDA splits corporate scheme and revises subscriber charges; what it means for you
The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) has announced major changes to the National Pension System (NPS). The regulator has reclassified the existing corporate sector model and updated the charge structure for Points of Presence (PoPs). The revised structure came into effect on January 1, 2026, streamlining the way different entities participate in the NPS framework.
Sensex ends 3-day losing streak, settles 939 pts higher, Nifty above 23,400
Indian stock markets rebounded sharply on Monday, snapping a three-session losing streak with Sensex and Nifty closing significantly higher. Despite volatile trading, value-buying emerged after last week's selloff. Geopolitical tensions and persistent FII selling continue to influence market sentiment, while the rupee remains near all-time lows.
GSTN has resolved a long-standing issue where taxpayers faced double GST payments when filing appeals. The new GST DRC-03A form now allows payments made under protest via Form GST DRC-03 to be correctly adjusted against demand IDs. This ensures that pre-deposit amounts are accurately calculated, preventing taxpayers from having to pay the same GST amount twice.
Amid geopolitical tensions and stock market volatility, gold prices have seen fluctuations. As of March 16, 2026, 22k gold rates at major retailers like Tanishq, Malabar Gold & Diamonds, Joyalukkas, and Kalyan Jewellers are around Rs 14,590-Rs 14,630 per gram. IBJA rates also show a decline from March 13.
Paytm shares jumps 4% after rival PhonePe halts IPO plans
Paytm shares jumped on Monday after rival PhonePe paused its IPO plans, easing near-term competition in digital payments. PhonePe cited geopolitical uncertainty and volatile global markets for deferring its listing. The move reflects broader market caution, with fintech firms reevaluating IPO timing and valuations amid heightened investor uncertainty and equity market volatility.
85% of bank clients plan to work with non-bank lenders: Report
Corporate and investment banks are losing ground to non-bank financial institutions. Clients demand faster, more transparent, and responsive services. Banks struggle with outdated systems and limited AI adoption. Innovation efforts are not yielding expected revenue or cost savings.
FIIs, retail investors increase stakes in 12 midcap stocks in Q3; shares slump up to 40% in 3 months
An analysis of the BSE Mid-Cap Index shows that both FIIs and retail investors increased their stakes in 12 stocks during the December quarter. However, market volatility has weighed on returns, with 11 of these companies delivering negative performance over the past three months and some stocks declining by up to 40%.
Fino Payments Bank shares crash 19% on report of possible ED probe; lender clarifies
Fino Payments Bank shares tumbled over 19% to a record low after a report said some online gaming transactions linked to the lender may attract scrutiny from the Enforcement Directorate. The bank later clarified it is not under any ED investigation and is cooperating with DGGI Hyderabad in an ongoing GST-related probe.
Central government employees and pensioners await the 8th Pay Commission's recommendations, with AITUC advocating for implementation from January 1, 2026, to ensure no loss of arrears. Past trends show governments often backdate pay revisions, and AITUC also calls for the restoration of the Old Pension Scheme and improved benefits for pensioners.
Is gold still a safe haven amid West Asia tensions? 5 mutual fund experts weigh in
Under the new tax regime, income tax slabs are the same for all taxpayers. There is no separate tax treatment based on age, meaning individuals below 60 years, senior citizens (60+) and super senior citizens (80+) all follow the same tax slab structure.
13 equity mutual funds saw inflows of over Rs 1,000 crore in February. Check details
2008 global crash to 2020 COVID: How Nifty 50 plunged up to 59% in crises but rebounded
Despite recent volatility triggered by geopolitical tensions, India's Nifty 50 has historically demonstrated resilience, recovering from major global crises like the dot-com bubble, the 2008 financial crisis, and the COVID-19 crash. The benchmark index has consistently bounced back, proving that losses are temporary for long-term investors.
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NTPC Share Price Live Updates: NTPC's performance shines with 5.91% return
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UltraTech Cem Share Price Live Updates: UltraTech Cement's monthly performance shows a downturn
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Most RBI rate actions happened during periods of neutral stance over past decade: SBI Report
Analysis of past decade shows repo actions largely aligned with stated monetary stance, according to a report by State Bank of India
ONGC Share Price Highlights: ONGC Stock Price History
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Sectoral and thematic mutual funds experienced an 187% surge in February inflows, reaching Rs 2,987 crore. Experts attribute this jump to new fund launches and opportunistic investments in select sectors with attractive valuations, rather than a broad-based demand increase. Year-on-year data, however, shows a significant decline, indicating moderate overall participation.
