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Home loans: Types, eligibility, tax benefits and application process explained
Before applying for a home loan, borrowers should understand the various loan options available, eligibility requirements, interest rates, tax be
Maize farmers likely to shift to cotton, soybean, paddy, ragi
Deviations in rainfall during the June-September monsoon season will have significant implications for agricultural production in India
Despite earning 2.2 lakh monthly, Mumbai couple struggles to save. Reddit explains why
A Mumbai-based man has sparked a lively debate online after revealing that he and his partner, who collectively earn 2.2 lakh a month, are strugg
Coordinated Centre-RBI measures target sustained dollar inflows
Reforms could improve reserve adequacy and bolster investor confidence
ABB partners with Cochin Shipyard for Green Tug Transition programme
The GTTP aims to transition Indias harbor tug fleet from conventional diesel-powered vessels to greener alternatives in five phases from 2024 to
ITR filing 2026: Received dividend income or bonus shares? Heres how they are taxed and reported
Investors receiving dividend income or bonus shares must consider tax implications while filing ITR. Dividends are now taxable in the hands of in
NSC vs tax-saving FD: All you need to know about returns, lock-in periods and tax benefits
While both National Savings Certificates and tax-saving FDs share a standard five-year tenure, they differ significantly in compounding frequency
Global trade in goods shows resilience in early 2026 despite West Asia crisis: WTO Trade Barometer
Demand for AI components partly offset disruptions; readings indicate growth starting to lose momentum
Rebounding Assam output lifts Indias April tea production by 5%
As output rises to 104.28 million kgs, pluckings in West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Karnataka continue to trail
HDFC Banks Parivartan helps prevent stubble burning across Punjab and Haryana farmland
The banks orporate social responsibility initiative implemented the project in partnership with CII Foundation
Economy grows 7.7% in FY26, beats estimates on manufacturing strength
Double-digit sectoral expansion helps economy deliver stronger annual performance
Government exempts FIIs from taxes on interest income and capital gains from Indian government securities, aiming to attract global investors and
Air India carries over 1,000 tonnes of mangoes this summer
London was the top export destination with 180 tonnes weekly, followed by Frankfurt at 40 tonnes, and Dubai, New York, and Newark, each at around
A Bengaluru-based couple has gone viral after sharing a detailed breakdown of their family's monthly expenses, revealing they spent 1.66 lakh in
KUFOS hold workshop on scientific shrimp farming
Event focuses on innovation, disease management and mud crab fattening technology
Mazagon Dock joins race to anchor Andhras 29,000 crore mega shipbuilding cluster
A special purpose vehicle (SPV) has been established by the State government and Visakhapatnam Port Authority (VPA) for a mega shipbuilding clust
How mAadhaar users can switch to the new Aadhaar app: Step-by-step guide
The existing mAadhaar app is set to be retired soon and replaced with a redesigned Aadhaar application. Here's how to switch to the new Aadhaar a
Protecting Indias seed sovereignty
Over 10,500 plant varieties registered under PPV&FRA, including over 5,250 farmers varieties, 3,118 private-sector breeder varieties and 2,164 pu
Watch: RBI lowers growth forecast to 6.6%
The Reserve Bank of India has cut its growth forecast and raised its inflation outlook for the current financial year, citing higher crude oil pr
ATMs are running out of cash. Should you be worried? Explained
ATMs could run short of cash as operators face challenges in replenishing machines, despite India having a record 42.54 lakh crore in currency ci
FY26 GDP growth beats estimates to reach 7.7%
Q4 growth at 7.8%; real GDP crosses 323 lakh crore mark
Repo rate unchanged: The next move for FD investors and home loan borrowers
RBI governor announced the unchanged repo rate of 5.25% with a 'neutral' policy stance, citing inflation risks from geopolitical tensions. Here's
Muted demand hit tea prices at Kochi auctions
Export demand for orthodox leaf teas remained subdued in Sale 23, as West Asia buyers adopted a wait-and-watch approach
PPF Scheme 2026: Interest rate, tax benefits, maturity, withdrawal rules Key feature explained
Backed by the government, PPF Scheme 2026 is widely used for retirement planning and wealth creation.
31,000 on fitness? Bengaluru's millennial couple describes monthly expenses of a family of 3
A millennial couple living in Bengaluru provided a breakdown of monthly expenses of a family of 3. Let's have a look at their lifestyle through t
Storage in Indias 166 key reservoirs falls below 30% of overall capacity
Four of five dams in the country are half-empty as monsoon makes landfall three days late
he submission process was originally launched on March 5, 2026, with the deadline first set for April 30, before being pushed to May 31
8th Pay Commission: Pensioners seek age-based pension enhancement; here's what the proposal means
8th Pay Commission: Representative groups have made various demands regarding pension revisions to the panel. Here's a look at the age-based enha
Indian companies willing to deepen presence in Venezuela, Oil Minister Puri says
Venezuelas interim President Delcy Rodriguez invites Indian energy delegation to country
Monsoon strong over parts of Kerala, may struggle to progress north
Mumbai may have to wait until third week of June for rain, according to European Centre for Medium-Term Forecasts
Earning 50 lakh a year But are you actually rich? What the math says
A 50 LPA salary definitely feels impressive. It looks great on LinkedIn. It feels great for the ego. But theres one small problem. The moment you
FII gets IT exemption on interest, capital gain for Government securities
At present, foreign investors pay a 12.5% long-term capital gains (LTCG) tax on bonds and listed shares held for more than 12 months
Dearness Allowance: Here's how your 2% DA hike was calculated using AICPI's 12-month average
Dearness Allowance: We explain how 2% DA hike for central government employees and pensioners, announced in April, was calculated using the AICPI
Indias nutraceutical boom is straining supply chains, warn Dabur and Himalaya executives
The wellness boom is straining supply chains, inventory management and distribution systems nationwide
Govt to boost biogas prices, subsidies in new programme
Policy to increase offtake price of compressed biogas, offer financial benefits to companies for spending on new projects
I asked ChatGPT to compare Russia, Japan and South Korea for a 1 lakh budget tripThe math says
Choosing between Russia, Japan, and South Korea for a trip under 1 lakh, South Korea emerges as the best value option. Detailed itineraries for e
Strategic partnership with India 'robust', Trump's invite to Modi reflects strong ties: US
Responding to a question on when a Quad Leaders summit could happen and a possible meeting between Modi and Trump, Pigott referred to the White H
The Reserve Bank of Indias (RBI) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) is set to announce the decisions taken in its second meeting of the financial ye
The policyholder remains the weakest stakeholder: Bejon Misra on what ails Indias insurance sector
Consumer policy expert Bejon Misra says opaque pricing, weak grievance redressal and poor insurer accountability continue to leave policyholders
Gold Rate Today: Check the live price of 22K, 24K and 18K gold prices on 5 June 2026
Gold Rate Today: Here are gold rates in key Indian cities on Friday, 5 June 2026. Check the price of 18K, 22K and 24K gold in Ahmedabad, Bengalur
PPF, SSY, NPS Vatsalya and MF share many similarities on paper, but their differences become apparent when you actually need to access your money
ED froze assets worth USD 25 billion and restored USD 6.6 billion to fraud victims
Speaking at the inaugural meeting of the BRICS Expert Network on Asset Recovery, Navin highlighted asset recovery as a key pillar in tackling cor
Fintech and payment gateway services provider BharatPe has launched BharatPe Flex. It said the product allows customers access to the flexibility
Pune woman shared breakdown of 2.2 lakh monthly expense for a family of 3. Let's find out what is burning her cash EMI's or rent.
Health insurance: How to reduce out-of-pocket costs during claim process
A few proactive steps can significantly reduce surprises at the time of a health insurance claim
Can occasional smoking raise your health insurance premium? Here's what experts say
Someone who smokes just a handful of times a year may still reportedly be classified as a smoker and could face premiums that are 30% to 50% high
Two actively managed equity fund categories, each built on a distinct logic of portfolio construction - one defined by breadth, the other by deli
When reinvestment fails: A look at the tax implications of unused Capital Gains Account Scheme funds
Section 54F is a tax-saving provision designed to encourage residential housing investments by exempting LTCG on non-residential assets, capped a
Tajpur deep sea port declared unviable, Bengal proposes new site at Dadanpatrabar
Bengal is also advancing plans to connect Kolkata with the Water Metro network and has reviewed a 19,209 crore maritime investment roadmap aimed
India, US had positive discussions on trade deal: Commerce Department
No clarity has been provided on when the India-US BTA is likely to be concluded
Assam gets high-quality second flush tea this year on favourable weather
The second flush crop accounts for around 15% of Assams annual tea production
Indias LPG Imports in March-May 2026: West Asias loss is Washingtons gain
Closure of the Strait of Hormuz forced New Delhi to turn to the US to fill the gap in imports left by its four top supplies in West Asia
Indias domestic LPG under-recovery rises to around 700/cylinder
Sujata Sharma, Joint Secretary in MoPNG, stated that the under recovery on LPG domestic cooking cylinders is nearly 700
Poultry industry to cut production by 25% with immediate effect to offset input cost rise
Move follows sharp rise in soybean meal prices, a key ingredient in poultry feed
FM inaugurates women-led agri processing centre at Yadgir
NABARD has established the Centre managed by Baddepalli Women FPC
Parliamentary Panel expresses concern about slow private investment, FDI outflow
Committee discusses policy changes to attract investment and manufacturing shifts
India, Venezuela eye expanded energy, economic ties
Talks between PM Modi and Acting-President Delcy Rodrguez focus on oil partnerships, critical minerals, and resolving unpaid dividends
Climate resilience must become a national priority for agriculture, says farmers apex body
Calls for a dynamic mix of eco-friendly methods and tech innovations to secure the future of food and farming in India
India has 78,000 crore in unclaimed bank deposits, 14,000 crore in unclaimed insurance funds, and 3,000 crore in unclaimed mutual fund investment
Blue Economy key to Viksit Bharat 2047: Experts
At the three-day international conference hosted by KUFOS, speakers emphasised that social inclusion, stakeholder engagement, and science-based p
Truck rentals rate remain steady for now amid fuel price hikes: Shriram Mobility bulletin
Agricultural tractors posted healthy growth of 13 per cent y-o-y
Step-by-step guide to file ITR online: Know the complete process from registration to verification
Filing an ITR involves following a series of steps to ensure all details are reported accurately. The Income Tax Department provides a pre-filled
Sahyadri Farms to roll out B2C processed horticultural foods
Defers IPO plans due to unfavourable market conditions
Agri sector stakeholders favour shared responsibility for transition to regenerative agriculture
Farmers are increasingly willing to adopt this and climate-resilient practices, say experts at meet convened by The Nature Conservancy and Confed
The price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio is one of the most common metrics for valuing a stock. By incorporating earnings growth, the PEG ratio provides
FOMO is reshaping investing behaviour. Are Indias financial advisers keeping up?
As traditional wealth management models begin to fray, the industry must pivot toward real-time engagement and behavioural coaching to stay relev
ITR deductions reduce your taxable income by subtracting certain expenses from gross income. Today we take a look at the various medical and heal
Indias wealth boom has a problem: 84.8% of households do not have a will, study finds
1 Finance Magazine has found that 84.8% of Indians have no will, and 62.5% have no plans to make one, highlighting weak estate planning, limited
Report says FY26 a watershed year for Indias solar growth; cumulative installed solar capacity reaches 150.26 GW as of March 31, 2026
Record pulses buffer to act as shield against El Nino, says government official
The current buffer stock of pulses is more than double the 18 lakh tonnes held in May 2025, and significantly higher than the 21 lakh tonnes reco
India to use AI for machine-readable standards: Consumer Affairs Secretary
Machine-readable standards translate regulatory requirements into structured digital rules that computer systems can process directly, enabling a
India should reassess FTAs and move toward sector-based investment screening: Report
The report calls on India to audit existing FTAs, assess whether they have met intended objectives, and align future trade agreements more closel
Need to reduce fossil fuel imports through alternative fuels, biofuels: Nitin Gadkari
From an economic standpoint, the minister stressed the need to reduce India's dependence on imported fossil fuels
Employees Provident Fund: Who is eligible and non-eligible to be nominee?
The EPFO manages employees' provident fund and pension schemes in India. Members must add nominess for both with rules differing based on marital
Energy price shocks may slow down economic recovery but inflation to remain stable: Report
As per ICICI Bank Global Markets report, inflation is speedily increasing, majorly led by food which now should also be driven by energy prices
Goldman lifts MSCI EM target on AI boost, flags Iran deal relief for forex, bonds
The brokerage raised its benchmark index target to 2,000 from 1,850, implying a nearly 12% upside from its last close of 1,787.88
Govt sets up 6 sector-specific groups to identify products to boost mfg, cut imports
The groups will discuss the list of items for the purpose, and the final list prepared by them will be submitted to the cabinet secretariat withi
India must audit existing FTAs, refine Chinese investment strategy: Think-tank report
As global commerce fragments, experts call for a sector-specific security framework and a tighter alignment between trade pacts and domestic indu
Taking a home loan? Here's why your EMI should stay within 30% of monthly income
A smart home loan EMI can help keep finances safe and build wealth, while a high repayment burden can hurt finances, damage credit profiles, and
ITR filing AY 2026-27: Essential documents you should keep ready for hassle-free return filing
With the ITR filing season for AY 2026-27 in full swing, it is important to gather all the necessary documents before filing your return. Some of
Indias key weather event, South-West monsoon, has set in over Kerala coast: IMD
The key weather event makes up over 75% of the annual rainfall in the country
How digital lending platforms can scale faster without increasing risk
Digital lending platforms revolutionize borrowing by offering small loans at the click of a button. The digital infrastructure, powered by Aadhaa
8th Pay Commission: The Indian Railways Technical Supervisors Association (IRTSA) has demanded an increase in minimum pay to 52,600, a fitment fa
Status games: why many high-earning Indians fail to become wealthy
Behind luxury cars and premium homes, social proof, choice paralysis and high taxes are draining the savings of India's top earners. The fix? Sto
Indias spice exports dip 6% in FY26 to $4.43 billion on weak demand for chilli, cumin
Cardamom, pepper and tamarind register growth
Govt moves to standardise edible oil pack sizes, industry sees boost for consumer transparency
The initiative comes amid a broader regulatory focus on consumer protection, transparent labelling and sustainable packaging practices
How to open fixed deposit online in minutes: Interest rates, benefits and 5 easy steps
Secure returns with a fixed deposit and grow your savings with ease in the current geopolitical environment where protecting wealth is something
Dearness Allowance FAQs: Is DA part of salary? Is it taxable? Must you report it in ITR?
Dearness Allowance: We answer the top FAQs on DA for taxpayers. Whether the component is credited as part of your salary, is subject to tax, must
How the markets could react to RBI's policy call
The RBIs rate decision will be closely watched as rising oil prices, a falling rupee and monsoon risks pull growth and inflation in opposite dire
