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FD premature withdrawal rules: How much penalty do banks charge? All you need to know
Whether driven by urgent medical costs, emergency home repairs, or other sudden financial requirements, liquidating a fixed deposit prematurely c
Sebi proposes allowing online bond platforms to offer IFSCA-regulated products, tax-saving bonds
The new framework seeks to bridge the gap regarding IFSCA-regulated services, proposing that OBPPs operate within the GIFT-IFSC in a manner simil
The demand for travel insurance is rising, with 22% growth in policy issuance in 2026. Here's how these policies work and everything a flyer need
For the April-June 2026 quarter, Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana continues to lead with an 8.2% yield, while the PPF rate remains at 7.1%.
Project delays dented FY26 construction equipment demand: ICEMA
Exports rise 32% even as domestic demand declines amid slower infrastructure execution
Investors reassess asset allocation strategies amid market volatility, focusing on equity, debt, gold, and cash based on their risk appetite and
No layoffs, but Air India defers annual increments by at least one quarter
Airline management asks employees to focus on cost controls as geopolitical disruptions and fuel prices weigh on operations
JSW Infrastructure reports 19% rise in Q4 revenue
PAT jump 15% on higher realisations, steady cargo volumes
The Department of Posts now requires depositors to quote their PAN for all specified financial activities
India hopes US-Iran peace deal will sort out sanctions on Chabahar port
With the US sanctions waiver on Chabahar expiring on April 26, New Delhi is now waiting for the Iran-US truce attempts to evolve, sources said
IndiGo, Air India, Akasa pledge to lease over 200 aircraft through GIFT City
Indian airlines IndiGo, Air India, and Akasa plan to lease over 200 aircraft through GIFT City, boosting aviation financing.
Sale of readymade bakery products constitute supply, says Goa AAR
Businesses will need to maintain separate records of turnovers from outward supplies on account of restaurant services and those from supply of g
Three of every four key Indian reservoirs are half-empty
Storage down to 66.830 BCM of the 183.565 BCM capacity as over 55% of dams have less than 40% storage.
Income tax calendar for May 2026: Check key dates, deadlines for TDS and TCS
From the mandatory deposit of Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) and Tax Collected at Source (TCS) for April 2026 to the issuance of vital certificates
FinMin empowers Principal Bench of GSTAT as National Appellate Authority for Advance Ruling
The move is a step towards resolving conflicting rulings with a single national interpretation
Under-recovery for IOC, HPCL, BPCL touches 30,000 crore
OMCs squeezed by below-cost fuel sales amid West Asia tensions
After the account holder's death, PPF account closes, and the nominee or legal heir can claim the balance. The account continues to earn interest
The meetings will prioritise pensioners, associations, and stakeholders representing personnel from railways and defence.
Ahmedabad Air India crash probe in final stage, report expected in one month: Naidu
Union Civil Aviation Minister Naidu says his ministry will look into any issues raised against the airline by the victims' kin
JSW Infra Q4 profit falls 18% to 423.67 cr
It had reported a net profit of 515.58 crore for the January-March period of the preceding fiscal
Money management: Top five lessons Indian mothers taught us long before financial advisors did
Indian mothers have long instilled money management lessons in their children, focusing on disciplined spending, saving, and prioritizing educati
Vietnamese airline VietJet to collaborate with GMR Airports, Bird Group
Under the cooperation framework, Vietjet and GMR Airports will explore opportunities to jointly develop air connectivity, infrastructure, logisti
Need to explore the value-addition potential of cashew apples instead of wasting them
Cashew apple can serve the needs of B2B and B2C customers and cashew apple pomace is used in the preparation of vegan meat, says industry expert
Kerala Agri Varsity seminar explores future of alternative proteins
Event highlights entrepreneurial opportunities in alternative proteins and startup support under PACE 2026 and RAISE 2026 schemes
The minister said the measures are aimed at strengthening India's aviation leasing ecosystem and positioning the country as a major player in glo
Akasa Air sets up entity for aircraft financing, leasing in GIFT City
The nearly four-year-old carrier has established Akasa Air Leasing IFSC Private Limited (AALI) at Gujarat International Finance Tec-City (GIFT Ci
India gets high prices for DAP Fertilizer in latest tender
Prices in the tender, which was organized by Indian Potash Ltd., ranged from $930 to $1,100 a ton, according to traders familiar with the matter
Natural rubber prices hit record high amid supply crunch
Prices gain on Iran war, extreme temperatures in plantation regions and the lack of rainfall that has affected production
Orthodox tea prices drop at Kochi auctions amid weak export demand
Demand has decreased due to delays in finalizing shipping rates for alternative cargo routes following the diversion of vessels away from the Str
On April 18, the Centre raised the dearness allowance for employees by 2%, increasing it to 60%. The next DA hike is expected in July 2026, with
MoPNG holds workshop with Oil PSU heads to strengthen R&D capabilities in oil and gas sector
The workshop centred around reducing duplication of R&D efforts, prioritising important research themes for coordinated action, developing a shar
Oceans nearing record heat globally as El Nino conditions begin emerging: Copernicus
April became the third warmest globally, with marine heatwaves and climate extremes intensifying.
Wealthy families are turning to AI-driven investment and strategy advisory firms - Here's why
AI is transforming investment strategies, exemplified by Tony Cowell's new firm, Cynren, which focuses on serving wealthy families. With an AI-dr
Air India to cut costs, reduce flights as war worsens financial struggles
The board discussed furloughing nontechnical employees and cutting flight capacity by over 20% for the next three months unless conditions improv
IMD signals chances of heavy rain over South Peninsula during next seven days
US model hints storm formation over Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal in advance of monsoonal flows
Urban youth unemployment in India declines, remains below global average: SBI Research
The report highlighted that India's youth unemployment rate has moderated consistently since 2022 despite persistent global labour market challen
I asked ChatGPT to plan an international family holiday in June these destinations made the list
A budget-friendly 10-day international family trip from Mumbai can include destinations such as Thailand, Vietnam, Bali, Malaysia, and Sri Lanka,
Parag Milk Foods Q4 net profit rises 23% on higher sales; full-year profit up 15%
Total income for the January-March quarter rose to 945.34 crore from 918.25 crore a year earlier.
Manufacturing push, decline in farm jobs, reshape India's workforce: Report
Indias labour force is undergoing structural transformation with the share of agriculture in the workforce witnessing a modest 23% decline from 6
UN panel urges countries to move beyond GDP as sole measure of progress
In a report, the independent expert group stated that GDP remains an important measure of economic activity but is insufficient for assessing bro
EPFO 3.0 update: PF withdrawal via ATM, UPI soon Check the expected launch date
EPFO subscribers will soon be able to withdraw funds via ATMs, enhancing convenience. This change, part of the EPFO 3.0 initiative, is expected t
Punjab wheat evacuation ahead of last year despite lower arrivals; Centre adds 100 railway rakes
To ease mandi congestion, the Food Ministry has allocated 100 additional wheat specials with a capacity of 3 lakh tonnes for Punjab in May, desig
Coromandel International reports 80% fall in Q4 profit; FY26 earnings decline 7.6%
The fertiliser and crop protection company posted a profit of Rs 114.64 crore, while expenses surged more than 22 per cent year-on-year.
Iran creates new Strait of Hormuz shipping authority amid US tensions
The move comes as Tehran reviews fresh US proposals aimed at ending the conflict, while sporadic exchanges of fire and explosions near key Irania
Quant MFs Sandeep Tandon says this is Indias biggest buying opportunity since covid
Quant Mutual Fund founder and CIO Sandeep Tandon says fear around crude, the rupee and FII exits has created opportunity in undervalued pockets o
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 n
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
Unable to find work in her field, she accepted the first opportunity that came her way managing Airbnb apartments, which involved cleaning rooms
The cost-of-living index comparison between India and the United States highlights key differences in housing, healthcare, salaries, and purchasi
India-EU FTA likely to enter into force in 2027 after ratification process: EU Ambassador to India
BMW makes a case for fast implementation to avoid postponement of purchases by customers waiting for duty cuts to kick in
The Arunachal Pradesh state government on Wednesday announced a 2% hike in dearness allowance component in salaries of serving employees, raising
IFGE welcomes Maharashtra Compressed Biogas Policy 2026
A key feature of the policy is its focus on diverse feedstocks, including municipal solid waste, agricultural residues, livestock waste and agro-
Coromandel Q4 PAT declines by 80% to 115 crore
Full-year profit declines 8% to 1,898 crore despite 30% revenue growth; total dividend of 11 per share for FY26
I asked ChatGPT to calculate corpus for retirement to vacation location at 55, factoring in inflation, healthcare, and a sustainable withdrawal r
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.
Maharashtra signs 500 crore recycling deal with Recove Ventures to tackle Indias HDPE/PP gap
The agreements first project is a 1,100-tonne-per-month HDPE and PP recycling facility at Additional Jalgaon MIDC, a priority D+ industrial zone,
FMC to sell India business to Crystal Crop for $252 million
Acquisition gives Crystal Crop preferred access to FMC active ingredients and formulations
Secure your future early with EPFO, as EPF, EPS, and EDLI contributions can steadily help in building retirement savings, lifelong pension benefi
IIRRs Speed Breeding facility to accelerate launch of new seed varieties
Breeding time can be cut short to two years from 4-5 years in traditional methods
India must boost fruit, vegetable exports to increase farmers' income: Shivraj Singh Chouhan
The minister said another programme linked to the initiative would be held on Friday at the Rahman Khera campus of the Indian Council of Agricult
CIAL crosses 10 million passengers for fourth consecutive year
CIAL handles 1.14 crore passengers despite airline constraints and West Asia crisis; May 2025 sees highest monthly traffic
Airport operations start-up Blunav raises $1 million from Piper Serica
The capital will be used for team expansion and product development
India must integrate crude, gas, LPG and battery storage under one policy: S&P Global's Gauri Jauhar
On renewable energy, she said India is progressing in the right direction and noted that renewable additions in 2025 surpassed additions in coal,
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
The PIB Fact Check unit clarified that a video of Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman endorsing an investment platform is fake and was created us
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 medica
AirAsia to start new airline, stays defiant on fuel hedging
The new airline will be announced in the next month or two, Fernandes said in a video interview from Montreal late Wednesday
Nationwide ban soon on Paraquat herbicide over toxicity concerns, health risks
Experts linked the herbicide to fatal poisoning, kidney failure, lung fibrosis and Parkinsons disease; Proposed ban could disrupt a large agroche
A woman from the US, who has been living in Bengaluru, spoke about rental problems in the city. From the hefty security deposit to the annual ren
Raw cotton import duty withdrawal essential for competitiveness of apparel sector: Study
Industry report also makes a case for cotton price stabilsation fund to reduce impact of price speculation
India's power demand to rise by 5 to 5.5% in FY27: ICRA
Rising industrial activity, EV adoption and data centres are expected to drive electricity consumption
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),
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 qu
Godavari Biorefineries to commission North Karnataka grain ethanol unit this quarter
On an annualised basis, the company estimates that its ethanol output will increase from around 10 crore litres to around 16 crore litres after t
The release stated that with an approved budget of 13,554.42 crore, PMEGP fully utilized funds and established 4,03,706 micro-enterprises, surpas
Iveco posts quarterly loss, says Tata takeover expected to close in Q3
Iveco also said that Tata Motors' tender offer was expected to close by the third quarter of 2026, and not in the second quarter as previously es
Global belt of rain, storms crosses Equator with Asian monsoon not far behind
Southern Hemisphere tropics shut down, and atmospheric focus shifts decisively toward India and South Asia
New Income Tax Rules 2026 explained: 6 key form changes and what they mean for taxpayers
Major tax overhaul streamlines compliance as Income Tax Rules 2026 transform key forms, merging TDS, PAN and AIS systems to simplify filing and i
A three-prong strategy can help govt curb energy shock implications, says HSBC Economist
Pranjul Bhandari, Chief India & ASEAN Economist at HSBC, observed that despite energy shocks usually raising prices and lowering growth, the gove
Thailand's strategic recalibration opens economic opportunities for India: ORF Report
The think tank highlighted that India's strategic autonomy and absence of strategic baggage make it an attractive long-term partner for Thailand
Inflation expected to hit 4% in April as food and global risks rise: Bank of Baroda
According to a report by Bank of Baroda, the Essential Commodities Index (BOB ECI) showed significant momentum for three consecutive months, clim
86% of GCC NRIs show stable financial outlook despite 41% citing geopolitical risks: Report
According to an Equirus Wealth survey report, these investors are not retreating but are instead recalibrating their financial strategies
Iran offers maritime support in Strait of Hormuz after Trump pauses Project Freedom
The advisory comes a day after US President Donald Trump temporarily paused Project Freedom, an initiative aimed at facilitating commercial ship
A social media user who works at Google shared his monthly expenses, including rent, utility bills, travel costs, groceries and more. Reacting to
Filing income-tax returns online has become easier, but first-time taxpayers may find it confusing. Income Tax notices can be issued for various
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, d
Air India to announce board decisions at town hall after FY26 loss review
Management likely to propose route rationalisation, workforce measures to stabilise finances
APEDA to conduct Basmati survey in 4 mln ha, double the area of actual crop grown
Discrepancy with APEDAs 2.14 million hectare estimate sparks debate on GI zone expansion as Madhya Pradesh inclusion remains sub-judice
Maritime India Foundation formalises agreements with IITs and IMU
With the formalisation of the MoUs, the Sagarmala Startup Innovation Initiative program now advances into its execution phase, where the MIHs wil
Indian industry led by pharma to invest $20.5 billion in the US
Includes $1.1 bn announced at SelectUSA 2026 and Sun Pharmas $11.75 billionn Organon acquisition
