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Mumbai couple makes 2.2 lakh a month yet can't save: Expert explains what they could do differently

A Mumbai couple earning 2.2 lakh monthly struggles to save money. The Reddit post sparked discussions on budgeting issues, with an expert suggest

Livemint 27 Jun 2026 10:55 pm

Micron surged 700% in a year: Is it too late to buy? How much should you allocate | What Indian investors need to know

Micron's stock surged over 700% to $1,184, reflecting a shift from a cyclical to an AI infrastructure narrative. With significant revenues predic

Livemint 27 Jun 2026 8:48 pm

2 lakh a month for a normal life': Man says 'Bombay, Bangalore and Gurgaon may exhaust you'

He listed routine expenses such as rent, groceries, fuel, Uber rides, house help, gym memberships and occasional meals out, along with a few lakh

Livemint 27 Jun 2026 8:36 pm

Shipping Secretary lays foundation stones for 2 projects at NMPA

The covered storage shed inside wharf will provide modern covered storage facilities for bulk and break-bulk cargo and significantly enhance carg

The Hindu Businessline 27 Jun 2026 8:13 pm

How SpaceX benefits as Nasdaq eases its index inclusion rules | What changed and how it impacts the investors

SpaceX will join the Nasdaq 100 on July 7 due to amended eligibility rules, allowing quicker inclusion for newly listed companies. This change co

Livemint 27 Jun 2026 7:00 pm

Section 80C: Which small savings schemes qualify for tax deduction and which don't?

Post office small savings schemes are popular for conservative investors, offering safety, assured returns, and competitive interest rates. Here'

Livemint 27 Jun 2026 6:39 pm

Adani Ports secures 'Leadership' ESG rating with score of 84.3 from CareEdge ESG Ratings

The upgrade reflects APSEZ's continued progress in strengthening ESG performance and disclosures across environmental, social and governance para

The Hindu Businessline 27 Jun 2026 2:31 pm

Personal loan rejection explained: Common reasons lenders decline applications and how to improve approval chances

Loan rejection can disrupt urgent financial plans. Understanding common personal loan rejection reasons such as a low credit score, high debt bur

Livemint 27 Jun 2026 2:22 pm

These tactics wont work in India: Amit Shah says Bharat Taxi will take on private ride-hailing giants

Union minister for cooperatives said the zero-commission platform will end exploitation by ride-hailing aggregators; claims predatory pricing by

The Hindu Businessline 27 Jun 2026 2:18 pm

What is Income Tax e-Proceedings? Meaning, benefits, notice types, and how to respond online

e-Proceedings is an online service provided by the Income Tax Department that allows taxpayers to view and respond to tax notices electronically

Livemint 27 Jun 2026 2:13 pm

Every correction quietly creates a new opportunity, Vijay Kedia shares a lesson on market cycles for investors

It is important to understand that no asset class remains the market favourite forever. Equity, real estate, gold, cryptocurrencies, commodities

Livemint 27 Jun 2026 2:03 pm

EPFO subscribers can get up to 7 lakh in EDLI scheme. Here's how to avail insurance benefit, file claim

EPFO subscribers can claim up to 7 lakh from the Employees Deposit-Linked Insurance (EDLI) scheme. Here's how you can avail the benefit for no ad

Livemint 27 Jun 2026 1:28 pm

Piyush Goyal announces deployment of 1,000 advisory personnel to help businesses maximise India-UK CETA benefits

As India's most comprehensive free trade agreement to date, the India-UK CETA is projected to increase bilateral trade by GBP 25.5 billion annual

The Hindu Businessline 27 Jun 2026 12:06 pm

8th pay commission to examine pay upgrade after promotion for central govt employees under MACP scheme, says report

The Centre has said that the 8th pay commission will examine pay upgrade after promotion for central government employees demanded by NC-JCM unde

Livemint 27 Jun 2026 10:44 am

Why post-harvest loss is a farmer income story not just a food security one

What a farmer actually earns is determined not by what he grows, but by how much of it survives the journey from field to market

The Hindu Businessline 27 Jun 2026 8:49 am

The next decade of agriculture will be defined by resource efficiency, not land ownership

The next green revolution is about intelligence; its about producing smarter, not just more

The Hindu Businessline 27 Jun 2026 8:40 am

Dearness Allowance: Here's why AIDEF is demanding a change in the DA calculation formula

DA hike: The AIDEF has requested the 8th pay commission to revise how dearness allowance is calculated, arguing the current formula fails to refl

Livemint 27 Jun 2026 8:40 am

The invisible layer powering agriculture: Why software will matter more than soil

The software layer above the soil will matter more- it is time the invisible layer became the most invested-in one

The Hindu Businessline 27 Jun 2026 8:38 am

Bank holiday today: Are bank operations across India closed on 27 June for fourth Saturday off? Check RBI calendar here

Public and private banks in India will be closed today, 27 June, for the fourth Saturday holiday. Operations are halted nationwide, but online ba

Livemint 27 Jun 2026 7:08 am

Not satisfied with your tax assessment? You can use Form 35 to file an appeal Check process, fees, other details

Taxpayers dissatisfied with income tax orders can file an appeal using Form 35. This process requires submitting relevant documentation and fees,

Livemint 26 Jun 2026 11:02 pm

Zerodha launches India's first life cycle funds: Know how the 2 new schemes work, minimum investment, and suitability

Zerodha Fund House has launched the life cycle fund series, becoming the first AMC to offer target-date mutual funds in the Indian mutual fund in

Livemint 26 Jun 2026 10:31 pm

Kolkata warehouse collapse death toll rises to 15, 6 arrested

The incident occurred around noon on Wednesday when the roof of the under-construction warehouse at Taratala suddenly collapsed

The Hindu Businessline 26 Jun 2026 9:31 pm

Air India may restore curtailed international services as West Asia crisis eases: CEO

Air India had rationalised services on select international routes between June and August 2026 owing to continued airspace restrictions over cer

The Hindu Businessline 26 Jun 2026 9:08 pm

Kolkata likely to host GST Council meeting next month

Meeting likely to take up the next round of indirect tax policy reforms

The Hindu Businessline 26 Jun 2026 8:54 pm

Centre initiates review of Indias approved basmati varieties

To prune list of export-eligible aromatic rice strains, preserve brand identity of popular varieties

The Hindu Businessline 26 Jun 2026 8:53 pm

Disruptions cannot be reversed overnight: ASSOCHAM chief

India must combine its labour advantage with automation while pursuing calibrated trade liberalisation and investment reforms, says Nirmal K Mind

The Hindu Businessline 26 Jun 2026 8:38 pm

Fertiliser Ministry prepares green urea roadmap, plans a pilot plant in Andhra Pradesh

ICAR has been conducting trials at its different locations since the last Rabi season on the effectiveness of green ammonia on some select crops

The Hindu Businessline 26 Jun 2026 8:31 pm

Fragmented EV platforms, lack of component standardisation impacting economies of scale

IEEFA and JMK Research & Analytics report urges standardisation and stronger domestic supply chains to accelerate affordable EV manufacturing gro

The Hindu Businessline 26 Jun 2026 8:16 pm

Domestic CV sales to see moderate growth of 4-6% in FY27: ICRA

The report noted that continued infrastructure spending, improved freight movement and replacement demand are expected to support volumes, althou

The Hindu Businessline 26 Jun 2026 8:15 pm

Indian Railways turns to automotive testing agency ARAI for First Full-Scale LHB coach crash test

On June 24, Indian Railways physically crash-tested an LHB coach for the first time, deliberately crashing two passenger coaches into a fixed bar

The Hindu Businessline 26 Jun 2026 8:01 pm

DGCA Inspects Boeing facility in US to review Air India B787 fuel control switch

Inspection follows February 2 grounding of Air India 787-8 VT-ANX over fuel control switch issue

The Hindu Businessline 26 Jun 2026 7:27 pm

Responsible, inclusive AI adoption will accelerate Indias journey towards a developed nation, says PM Modi

PM Modi said AI, when combined with human judgement and ethical practices, can improve efficiency, strengthen compliance and drive innovation acr

The Hindu Businessline 26 Jun 2026 7:18 pm

Engineering goods exports rise 24.48% in May to $12.31 billion

Engineering products accounted for 27.2% of Indias total merchandise exports during the month, as per the governments quick estimates

The Hindu Businessline 26 Jun 2026 7:04 pm

Alstom secures 107 million Indian Railways maintenance contract for electric locomotives

The contract renewal reflects Indian Railways continued confidence in Alstoms services and supports freight modernisation through electric locomo

The Hindu Businessline 26 Jun 2026 6:11 pm

EPFO services on official portal unavailable from today: Check affected services, restoration date and other details

Starting June 26, EPFO services on member and employer portals, and the Umang app will be unavailable due to system migration, which aims to enha

Livemint 26 Jun 2026 6:06 pm

Indore to Navi Mumbai: Top 5 cleanest cities in India and their cost of living

India's government has increased urban cleanliness via better waste management and citizen involvement. The top five cleanest cities in 2026, per

Livemint 26 Jun 2026 6:04 pm

Centre eases drug import rules for examination, testing and analysis

The proposed acknowledgement-based system is aimed at reducing compliance burden for drug imports meant for testing and research, boosting pharma

The Hindu Businessline 26 Jun 2026 5:13 pm

Anti-dumping duty on electrical steel may push transformer costs, impact grid expansion: GTRI

The investigation, initiated on June 22, 2026, covers imports from April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2026, while the injury analysis covers 2022-23 to

The Hindu Businessline 26 Jun 2026 5:06 pm

8th Pay Commission: Why experts see a 2.1 fitment factor despite unions demanding higher pay revision

As the 8th Pay Commission prepares its report, the fitment factor is projected to range from 2.05 to 2.10. Here are the salary calculations.

Livemint 26 Jun 2026 4:56 pm

Kochi Metros multimodal integration gets international recognition

The Impact award was presented at the UITP Awards 2026 ceremony held in Brussels, Belgium

The Hindu Businessline 26 Jun 2026 3:44 pm

Global firms commit over $90 bn investment in India amid geopolitical uncertainty

Among the biggest investments are $48 billion by Amazon up to 2030, $30 billion by Australian data centre operator AirTrunk and 1 billion euros b

The Hindu Businessline 26 Jun 2026 3:40 pm

BEML secures additional export order worth $5.35 million from West Asia

The order is in continuation of the companys earlier export contract worth $36.38 million, announced in April 2026

The Hindu Businessline 26 Jun 2026 3:40 pm

EPFO: Can you withdraw full 100% of your provident fund savings? Here are the rules, conditions and top FAQs explained

Employee Provident Fund Organisation: EPF subscribers are allowed to withdraw up to 100% of their eligible provident fund balance, with certain c

Livemint 26 Jun 2026 3:32 pm

I asked ChatGPT how long an Indian investor will take to build 1 crore corpus via investing The math is an eye-opener

I asked ChatGPT how long an Indian investor will take to build 1 crore corpus via investing. From a shorter timeline for high-income earners to a

Livemint 26 Jun 2026 3:07 pm

5 government apps everyone should use to stay financially organized, protect documents and access essential services

Managing money today goes beyond saving. These five government apps help everyone stay financially organised by securing important documents, ena

Livemint 26 Jun 2026 2:41 pm

I asked ChatGPT whether buying a 20 lakh car is a financial mistake for a Bengaluru professional. Here's what it said

Owning a 20 lakh car is feasible for a Bengaluru professional earning 30 lakh annually, yet paying fully from savings isn't ideal. Financing part

Livemint 26 Jun 2026 2:09 pm

Car loan interest rates June 2026: SBI, ICICI, HDFC and top banks offer rates from 7.35% Full comparison

Save more on your next vehicle with the latest car loan interest rates in June 2026. Compare top banks, EMIs, processing fees, & key borrowing ti

Livemint 26 Jun 2026 1:16 pm

Goldman Sachs raises India's CY26 GDP growth forecast to 6.8%, cuts inflation, CAD estimates

Goldman Sachs raises its CY26 real GDP growth forecast for India by 0.3pp to 6.8% y-o-y, lowers headline inflation forecast by 0.2pp to 4.4% y-o-

The Hindu Businessline 26 Jun 2026 12:48 pm

What is a mutual fund riskometer? A simple guide to understanding fund risk before you invest

The riskometer is a visual risk indicator that reflects the overall risk associated with a mutual fund scheme. However, two schemes belonging to

Livemint 26 Jun 2026 12:39 pm

e-Filing Vault Higher Security explained: What it is, why it matters and how to enable it

The e-Filing Vault Higher Security facility is designed to strengthen the security of a taxpayer's e-filing account by requiring a second level o

Livemint 26 Jun 2026 12:08 pm

Monsoon may deliver at healthy clip till mid-July, falter thereafter

Conditions expected to improve during July 2-8, when rainfall is forecast to be normal to above normal. ECMWF extends the wet spell to parts of t

The Hindu Businessline 26 Jun 2026 11:57 am

6 simple ways to prevent unauthorized credit card use and secure your finances

Protect yourself from digital threats with these smart credit card habits. This article explains how to prevent unauthorised credit card use thro

Livemint 26 Jun 2026 11:35 am

How many mutual funds should you own? Experts say less is often more

More mutual funds do not automatically mean better diversification. Here's how investors can avoid overdiversification and build a portfolio that

Livemint 26 Jun 2026 11:23 am

8th pay commission: From salary hike demands to fitment factor and state meetings Check top 10 latest updates

8th pay commission: From demands for increased salary and fitment factor hike, to schedule for state visits and meetings. Here's a look at the to

Livemint 26 Jun 2026 10:23 am

Gold, silver prices today, June 26: Check retail rates of 24K, 22K gold, 999 silver in Delhi, Mumbai and Kolkata

Gold and silver prices today, 26 June: Check the latest 24K, 22K gold and 999 silver retail rates across Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and other major I

Livemint 26 Jun 2026 10:11 am

No 8th Pay Commission yet, but DA hike may be around the corner: 5 key updates

DA hike discussions are gaining momentum as central government employees await the next revision and updates from the 8th Pay Commission. This ar

Livemint 26 Jun 2026 9:11 am

Deductibles are not a barrier to portability, says HDFC Ergo CEO Parthanil Ghosh

The insurer's chief executive discusses portability rules, underwriting discipline, rising health premiums and the road to Insurance for All by 2

Livemint 26 Jun 2026 9:00 am

Battle over Basmati rice GI for Madhya Pradesh heats up

The All-India Rice Exporters Association has opposed expansion of the notified growing regions

The Hindu Businessline 26 Jun 2026 8:51 am

Dearness Allowance: From DA hikes to payment of arrears for government employees, pensionersCheck top 12 latest updates

Dearness Allowance: From DA hikes to payment of arrears for central and state government employees and retired pensioners, we check the top 12 la

Livemint 26 Jun 2026 8:43 am

8th Pay Commission accelerates consultations on fitment factor and salary revision top 5 updates

8th Pay Commission gathers pace: The Commission is inviting stakeholder feedback before finalizing recommendations on the fitment factor, salarie

Livemint 26 Jun 2026 7:18 am

Bank holiday today: Are bank operations shut for Muharram on 26 June in Mumbai, Delhi, Chennai? Check RBI calendar here

Bank holiday today: Banks are closed across cities in India today on account of Muharram. In addition to the common national and gazetted holiday

Livemint 26 Jun 2026 7:11 am

Storage in Indias 166 major reservoirs drops to 26% of capacity

Two reservoirs are empty as South-West moosoon rain in June is the worst in 146 years

The Hindu Businessline 25 Jun 2026 9:52 pm

APEDA facilitates first biscuit export from Varanasi to Oman

Inaugural shipment comprises 40 tonnes of biscuits manufactured by Shree Tirupati Balajee Industries, a Varanasi-based exporter

The Hindu Businessline 25 Jun 2026 9:48 pm

India convinces US to wait on trade pact amid tariff flux

Goyal asserts there can be no interim deal till India gets competitive advantage over rival countries

The Hindu Businessline 25 Jun 2026 9:23 pm

How Andhras Banganapalli mangoes found a sea route to Singapore

ICAR, APEDA sea protocol cuts export costsby a tenth

The Hindu Businessline 25 Jun 2026 9:21 pm

BRICS Energy Ministers stress on diversified, resilient & transparent energy systems, supply chains

The Ministers also appreciated Indias efforts in successfully hosting the 11th BRICS Energy Ministers Meeting

The Hindu Businessline 25 Jun 2026 9:14 pm

Should you invest in last years top mutual fund? Experts warn against this common mistake

Experts caution against chasing performance after fund rankings, as returns are influenced by market conditions. Instead, investors should focus

Livemint 25 Jun 2026 9:11 pm

Bombay HC dismisses petition to annul negative settlement of MCX crude futures in 2020

The dispute arose after the NYMEX May 2020 crude oil contract settled at an unprecedented negative $37.63 per barrel on April 20, 2020, amid a co

The Hindu Businessline 25 Jun 2026 9:04 pm

DGCA probes taxiway incident involving Air India, IndiGo aircraft at Ahmedabad airport

Both aircraft stopped at a safe distance after Air India aircraft took incorrect taxi route following landing

The Hindu Businessline 25 Jun 2026 8:50 pm

Fuel supplies normalise: Govt lifts all LPG restrictions for commercial and industrial sectors

LPG supply will be 100% to hotels, restaurants, small commercial establishments. However, large-scale industries that procure LPG in bulk will on

The Hindu Businessline 25 Jun 2026 8:38 pm

Adani Airports to invest 20,000 cr in airport city projects across 6 airports

Developments are being planned as integrated, walkable districts connected to airports, metro networks, and urban transport systems

The Hindu Businessline 25 Jun 2026 8:25 pm

Micron jumps 18%, surpasses Meta: Here's what is driving the rally and how Indians can invest

Micron Technology surpassed Meta Platforms' market valuation and briefly exceeded Tesla's, following a strong forecast that boosted shares by 18.

Livemint 25 Jun 2026 8:14 pm

Multi-cap vs flexi-cap funds: Why multi-cap funds are outperforming across 1, 3 and 5 years

Multi-cap funds have outperformed flexi-cap funds across the 1-, 3-, and 5-year periods, reviving a long-standing debate over whether mandated di

Livemint 25 Jun 2026 8:03 pm

Delhi Airport sees hub-and-spoke model strengthening Indias aviation hub ambitions: DIAL CEO

Airport operator says seamless domestic-to-international connectivity could help channel traffic through Indian hubs instead of overseas transit

The Hindu Businessline 25 Jun 2026 7:38 pm

Govt increases passport fees across categories from July 1

Fresh passports, renewals and replacements, Tatkaal services and certificates become costlier under revised fee structure

The Hindu Businessline 25 Jun 2026 7:35 pm

SEA-led mustard model farm programme boosts yields, profitability in 3 States

The project established 3,000 frontline demonstration (FLD) plots covering 3,000 acres across Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan and Haryana

The Hindu Businessline 25 Jun 2026 7:28 pm

Dont hold important meetings day before/after holiday: Cabinet Secretariats advisory to officials

The advisory, titled Conducting Effective Meeting, has been prepared by the Cabinet Secretariat with support from the National Centre for Good Go

The Hindu Businessline 25 Jun 2026 7:23 pm

Should you switch SIPs to last years top-performing fund? This study has the answer

Investors who switch based on the previous year's performance may end up buying into a segment after much of its rally has already occurred. For

Livemint 25 Jun 2026 6:48 pm

Centre extends 7,280-crore rare earth magnet tender by a month as industry seeks more time

Bid deadline pushed to July 29; companies grapple with technology tie-ups, feedstock security and stringent localisation requirements under India

The Hindu Businessline 25 Jun 2026 5:31 pm

UTI Nifty 50 Index Fund vs ICICI Prudential Large Cap Fund: A quick comparison of passive and active investing styles

UTI Nifty 50 Index Fund passively tracks the Nifty 50 Index, whereas the ICICI Prudential Large Cap Fund is actively managed with the objective o

Livemint 25 Jun 2026 5:29 pm

Energy mutual funds: Meaning, top 5 funds, key factors, advantages and risks explained

Energy funds are thematic equity schemes that invest primarily in companies in the energy sector. These funds invest in oil & gas exploration, re

Livemint 25 Jun 2026 4:56 pm

Coconut oil, copra prices slide sharply as arrivals improve

Coconut oil is currently trading ruling at around 227 per kg in the Kerala market, and copra at 131 per kg

The Hindu Businessline 25 Jun 2026 4:41 pm

I asked ChatGPT to plan a semi-luxury trip to Azerbaijan for 2 It gave a modest 60K budget without flights

For good weather plus softer luxury pricing, aim for April, May, September, or early October.

Livemint 25 Jun 2026 4:38 pm

India begins 2% isobutanol-diesel trials to jumpstart diesel biofuel push

Trials involve Tata Motors, HPCL, ARAI, Praj Industries, and mark Indias first serious move towards a diesel biofuel programme after earlier etha

The Hindu Businessline 25 Jun 2026 4:29 pm

Lost money to cyber fraud? RBI's new rules offer compensation of up to 25,000

Customers who lose money in digital banking frauds will get stronger protection under the RBI's revised framework from January 2027. The new rule

Livemint 25 Jun 2026 3:57 pm

Mis-sold a product from your bank? RBI's new framework seeks to fix that

The RBI's new framework bars banks from forcing customers into insurance purchases, links employee incentives to product mis-selling, and mandate

Livemint 25 Jun 2026 3:43 pm

Reopening of Strait of Hormuz to lower tail risk, but supply normalisation to be costly: S&P

Slow resumption of flows could keep energy, freight, and input-cost pressure elevated across petrochemicals, agriculture, transportation, and log

The Hindu Businessline 25 Jun 2026 3:21 pm

1,800 monthly EPF contributions can build nearly 19 lakh retirement corpus here's how

A small EPF contribution can create significant retirement wealth over time. Investing 1,800 monthly in EPF for 25 years at an 8.25% interest rat

Livemint 25 Jun 2026 3:03 pm

Gold loans grow 84% YoY in FY26, outpace all other retail credit products, expand beyond traditional markets

Gold loans have emerged as a strategic driver of financial inclusion, outpacing all other credit products with 84% growth YoY in FY26, according

Livemint 25 Jun 2026 2:59 pm