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In India, people buy gold on Akshaya Tritiya, depending on specific muhurat timings which vary from one city to another. From Kolkata, Delhi to
Oil plunges, stocks jumps as Iran declares Hormuz open
Irans Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on X that passage for all commercial vessels through Strait of Hormuz is declared completely open for
Industries urge GST Council to allow inverted duty refunds on input services
Experts feel that absence of such a mechanism creates structural disadvantage for manufacturers
Falling prices leave Kashmir apple growers, traders distressed
Wholesale prices in markets outside Jammu and Kashmir have fallen by 3040%, driven by rising temperatures and a decline in fruit quality
Secure your future with these government-backed schemes in India that offer stable returns, tax benefits, and predictable income, making them ide
Kerala set to witness pre-monsoon rain peak likely from Wednesday
Thunderstorm activity is set to gather urgency over the south-western state around April 22 (Wednesday next), roughly 40 days ahead of the normal
Overseas buying lifts orthodox tea prices at Kochi auctions
The average price realised is 205 compared to 201 in the previous week
Income tax penalties can occur due to default in tax payments, incorrect reporting of income, and, in some cases, misreporting of income, which i
Zero tax on 20 lakh CTC? How a smart car lease can cut your tax under the new regime
Smart salary structuring unlocks major tax savings on car leases under the new tax regime, showing how a 20 lakh CTC can significantly reduce tax
India's first maritime-focused lender eyes $1 billion FY27 fundraise
The company aims to disburse 8,000 crore to 9,000 crore in loans in the year ending March 2027 and has already sanctioned 3,700 crore for two gre
Your Cibil score could update faster. Here's what changed
RBI has mandated lenders to report credit data weekly instead of fortnightly to ensure more accurate and fresh credit scores. This shift enables
Maize prices crash below MSP in Telangana; farmers want State Govt to procure produce
Telangana wants Centre to sanction 4,000 crore to purchase 15 lakh tonnes
PPF investment: How to build a 1 crore corpus at 7.1% and how long it takes
The PPF crorepati reality check shows that disciplined, long-term investing at 7.1% can build 1 crore over 25 years, highlighting tax-free compou
Indias share of global GDP projected to hit 7% by 2050: McKinsey
Rising economic weight boosts appeal for alternative investors; private markets gain traction
Govt forms high-level inter-ministerial body to steer AI governance strategy
AI Governance and Economic Group (AIGEG) to coordinate policy across ministries, departments and sectoral regulators and oversee cross-sectoral g
Singapore Airlines CEO meets Tata Sons Chairman Chandrasekaran
Both sides are believed to have detailed discussions on loss-making Air India
PPF vs ELSS vs NPS: Where does 5,000/month grow the most? 15-year returns compared
PPF, ELSS, and NPS are popular tax-saving investments, differing in structure, eligibility, and returns. Here's the best tax saving option.
Trump accounts explained: Eligibility, contribution limits, tax benefits for parents
Trump accounts explained: A new savings scheme, referred to as Trump accounts, is designed to help families start building wealth for children fr
Storage in Indias major reservoirs down to 42.5% of capacity
Water level in four of the five regions below 50 per cent; deficient rain in 30% of the country since March 1
A jet fuel crunch is looming. How will it affect your flight plans?
Jet fuel supplies are tightening due to the Iran war and oil disruptions, raising concerns over higher airfares, flight cuts and travel uncertain
US expands crackdown on Iran-linked ships, warns of seizures worldwide
Officials said both military and civilian-use goods, including oil and metals, could be treated as contraband
33% women quota law notified, rollout awaits census and delimitation
While the government cited technical reasons for notifying the law now, discussions are underway to enable its rollout by 2029 instead of the ear
CAFE-3: Industry, government agree to final draft
Government asks industry to prepare for E25 compliant vehicles
Indias sugar production in 2025-26 season may be around 28 million tonnes, experts say
A total of 19 factories are currently operational, as against 38 mills operating at the same time last year, ISMA says
West Asia conflict hits inbound tourism by 15-20%, says report
Study flags rising costs, traffic shifts and sectoral stress
Basmati exporters urge govt to suspend 83/tonne levy amid delayed payment, shrinking margin
With payment delays, skyrocketing shipping costs, and shrinking profits, small and medium-sized exporters are worried that this extra financial b
Pulses import value down 35% in FY26 at $3.57 billion on lower volumes, prices
Trade sees volumes down at 5.6-5.7 million tonnes from previous years 7.3 million tonnes
Secure retirement planning can turn a 50 lakh retirement corpus into a balanced income engine. Here is how you can blend SCSS, mutual funds, equi
Southern Railway records operational gains with 28 new trains, better punctuality
The zone also achieved over 93% punctuality, improving connectivity and passenger convenience across South India while maintaining efficiency des
Asset allocation involves distributing investments across various asset classes to manage risk and return. Common categories include fixed-income
Delhi HC reserves order on SpiceJet plea to review 144 crore payment in Maran dispute
The airline cited financial distress and offered property as security, while the opposing side argued the issue had already been settled by highe
Foreign investments in India should be 100 times more
(This interview with Mark Mobius was originally published in October 2015. It is being republished following his passing yesterday)
6 reasons why first-time borrowers find it tough to maintain a healthy credit score
First-time borrowers often damage their credit score due to poor awareness, high utilisation and missed repayments, making disciplined financial
Lumpsum vs SIP: What mutual fund investment will make you more money? Here's which to choose
SIPs and lumpsum are two approaches an investor can take when venturing into mutual funds. Here's a look at how both work, what are the benefits
India could limit sulphur exports as supplies tighten, sources say
India exports around 800,000 tons of sulphur a year, with more than 90% going to China
Bajaj Life rolls out Nifty 500 Low Volatility 50 Index Fund for ULIP investors: All you need to know
Bajaj Life Nifty 500 Low Volatility 50 Index Fund offers ULIP investors stable, long-term growth through a disciplined, low-volatility equity str
Green energy players in a fix over retrospective component in mechanism to maintain grid discipline
Industry approaches MNRE for softening CERC order
Small habits, big bills: Why convenience costs more than you think
Hidden fees and spending traps in food delivery and OTT apps are eroding your savings.
Market fall exposes flaws in aggressive mutual fund bets. Time for a reset?
Fund investing, which investors once saw as easy to manage independently, suddenly looks very discomfiting and complex in 2026. Investors feel un
The restaurant and food services sector is also facing challenges, with around 10% of restaurants reported to have shut down and business declini
New labour laws: Here's how much your in-hand salary changes for 6 lakh CTC
Effective from this fiscal year, the new labour laws are reshaping your monthly compensation structure with more focus on long term and retiremen
The two sides are also expected to discuss regional and global issues and their cooperation in international organisations
Hot, dry conditions may prevail over most of North-West, Central India for another week
Heat-building anticyclone may move across Central India and Peninsular India during next seven days
PPF rules explained: Why your investment may stay locked in for more than 15 years
The Public Provident Fund (PPF) has a 15-year lock-in period, starting from the end of the financial year in which the first deposit is made. How
While Delhi accounts for just 3-4% of national 2W and PV sales, it acts as India's lead indicator for EV penetration
Economic normalisation could take longer: CEA Anantha Nageswaran
He said there was a need to understand the range of uncertainty arising out of the conflict, particularly in South Asia and in general in the Asi
Why Aditya Birla Sun Life MF's Balasubramanian sees a 10-year bull market beyond the dip
A. Balasubramanian, CEO of Aditya Birla Sun Life MF, views market corrections as conviction tests, urging investors to increase allocations durin
Time to focus on desi fleet creation
Everyone knows that India is heavily dependent on imports to meet its fossil fuel requirements. The decision makers felt that chartering vessels
Fuel shortage, kerosene price hike hit Kerala fisheries sector
The crisis has been worsened by insufficient diesel availability at inland fuel stations catering to fishing vessels, particularly affecting purs
New tax regime allows meal card benefit 5 conditions to claim 200 per meal tax-free
From April 1, 2026, the tax-exempt limit on employer-provided meals have been increased to 200 per meal, up from 50 earlier. Here are the key con
Individual policy, family floater, or top-up: Which is the most cost-effective?
With employer insurance often falling short, a top-up plan can offer a cost-effective way to build adequate family health protection
Middle-income economies to drive global growth as new challenges emerge: WEF
Report highlights shifting economic landscape shaped by AI, debt pressures, and geopolitical tensions
8th Pay Commission: NCJCM's 69,000 basic pay proposal and 3.83 fitment factor explained
8th Pay Commission proposal sparks buzz as NCJCM suggests 69,000 minimum basic pay for Group C employees, based on an elaborate table of expenses
Consent-driven credit: Why consumer-controlled data is shaping the future of lending
Consent-driven credit is reshaping lending in India by giving consumers control over their financial data through the Account Aggregator framewor
PPF investment: How 5K monthly grows to 41 lakh and why investing before the 5th matters
The Public Provident Fund (PPF) is a long-term savings option favored by risk-averse investors for its government backing and tax benefits. Here'
GE, HAL clinch tech deal on joint jet engine plan
The pact includes the transfer of manufacturing expertise to India and will be followed by a final contract
India rejects USTR allegations, seeks end to Section 301 probe
Calling the claims baseless and lacking evidence, India has urged the US to terminate the probe
The 8th Pay Commission is reviewing salary hikes and pension structures for central government employees, with various consultations scheduled in
New labour laws: Here's how much your take-home pay changes for 10 lakh CTC
Take-home salary to decrease? Effective from this fiscal year, the new labour laws are reshaping how your salary is credited each month with more
How much monthly income does 10 lakh FD generate in 2026? Check bank-wise returns and interest rates
Steady wealth creation meets certainty, as 10 lakh FD monthly income highlights how bank rates, tenure choices and geopolitical complications mak
Indias sugar output rises 8% to 27.39 mt as of April 15 in current season
While Uttar Pradesh saw a marginal decline, improved recovery rates and ongoing crushing in select states could further boost total production be
US Ambassador meets Oil Minister Puri over expanding energy purchases
Since the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, India has been upping its LPG and LNG imports from the US.
Indias exports in FY26 grow 4% to $860 billion; trade deficit widens by $25 billion
Merchandise imports rise to $774.98 billion
Polavaram project: Construction of ECRF dam to be be completed by March 2028
The water from the right and left main canals should be efficiently distributed to reservoirs and tanks to meet irrigation and other needs, Naidu
Climate-hit Kashmir saffron farmers battle rising porcupine menace
Farmers and experts attribute the rising incidence of porcupine attacks to deforestation, which has pushed the animals out of their natural habit
Want to leverage your gold for a line of credit? We explain what gold loan and gold overdraft facility is, what you get you and which is the bett
Govt enhances C3, C4 allocation for pharma, packaging chemical sectors to 1,000 tonnes/day
The allocation is based on specific quantity and refinery source as determined by the Centre for High Technology
Telangana launches project Sanjeevani for integrated trauma care on highways
The launch of the project was a part of Telanganas Arrive Alive Road Safety Week (April 1317) under the 99-Day Action Plan (Praja Palana Pragati
Indian negotiators to resume talks on US trade deal from April 20
The India-UK FTA is expected by May 2026 as part of an aggressive government roadmap to finalise several major trade pacts this year
How to build 50 lakh tax-free corpus using Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana to secure your daughter's future
A powerful long-term savings plan through Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana (SSY) can help parents build a 50 lakh corpus for their daughter through disci
Wholesale inflation rises to 3-month high of 3.9% in March
Rise in inflation was driven by escalating costs for fuel and power
How much should your SIP be to make 2.5 crore in less than 25 years?
The right approach is to work backwards from your financial goals. These typically include major life milestones such as purchasing a house, fund
Gold loans are not easy money in a volatile market
The gold loan market has reached a record 16 trillion, but rising delinquency rates signal emerging credit stress. As market volatility triggers
Estate planning: What is a settlement deed? Can it override a will? We explain
Estate planning is crucial for family clarity after one's passing. Here's all you need to know about a settlement deed, why it is prepared, how i
Zero tax beyond 12 lakh salary: How to stretch it to 15 lakh
From EPF and NPS to meal allowances and car leases, the new tax regime rewards how your CTC is built.
Delhi airport sees flat traffic growth in CY 25, drops off busiest airports list
In 2022 and 2024, Delhi stood 9th and in 2023 it was ranked the 10th busiest airport globally.
India aims for cocoa self-sufficiency by 2040 under new roadmap
Knowledge paper recommends launch of National Mission on Cocoa, boost R&D and innovation
Indias unemployment rate rises to 5.1% in March
The figure matched economists expectations in a Reuters poll, indicating a slight uptick but broadly stable labour market conditions.
Indias trade deficit narrows to $20.67 billion in March
.However, escalating tensions involving Iran and disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz pose risks to Indias exports and could increase energy and s
Datamatics powers Mumbai Metro Lines 2B & 9 with AFC, mobile ticketing
The AFC system enables faster entry and exit at stations, supports automatic fare deduction and is compatible with both QR-coded tickets and comm
Avi Polymers launches KrishiBuddy AI platform to empower small farmers
The platform helps smallholder farmers with crop planning, real-time crop monitoring, market price tracking, pest alerts, and profit estimation
New labour codes: Why your tax burden may rise under revised salary structure explained
With the introduction of new labour codes, salary structures are changing, requiring basic pay and allowances to constitute at least 50% of total
Rule of 72 decoded: This is how long PPF, FD, SCSS and SSY take to double your money
The Rule of 72 shows how various small government schemes, such as PPF, FD, SSY and SCSS, help investors estimate wealth-doubling time, compare r
India gets imported Urea offer at $935, $959 per tonne
Sources said that the lowest price for the west coast is offered by Millenium Commodity at $935 per tonne only for 56,000 tonnes
You can accumulate 55.88 crore by initial savings of 30 a day
How to become rich: Using the 15% annual step-up, one can accumulate 55.88 crore in 35 years by saving 30 a day and investing them in monthly SIP
Indian agriculture sector under threat by below-Normal Monsoon, El Nino, and West Asia war: ICRA
The IMD first long-range forecast (LRF) for the 2026 Southwest Monsoon pegs rainfall at 92% (+-5%) of the Long Period Average (LPA), indicating b
Jeh Aerospace inks pact with Liebherr-Aerospace to supply high-precision components
Under the agreement, Jeh Aerospace will manufacture and supply these components from its Hyderabad facility, becoming part of France - basedLiebh
Transfer tax on shares, mutual funds: When it is tax-free and when it is not explained
Equity shares or mutual fund units can be transferred within families without capital gains tax if they are gifts. Here are the documents you nee
5,000 SIP: regular vs step-up, how a small tweak can add lakhs to your corpus
Power your wealth creation with disciplined investing: a mutual fund SIP comparison between a regular SIP and a step-up SIP with a 2% annual incr
Wholesale inflation climbs to 3.88% in March, highest in over 3 years
Surge driven by higher prices of oil, food and manufactured products
