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Make your salary-based personal loan work for you: 5 smart borrowing tips for fixed-income earners
Fast access to credit is reshaping borrowing as salary-based personal loans offer flexible funding and customised repayment plans. However, under
Cape Verde offers a unique travel experience for adventurous Indians, but its expensive and logistically complicated. The island nation has gone
US-Iran peace deal likely to bring relief to shipping, trade
Industry observers estimate that a complete return to pre-crisis conditions could take between two and three months, as shipping schedules, equip
Why your investment plan is only half complete without an exit strategy
Investors spend years building wealth but often ignore how it will be withdrawn. A sound redemption strategy can matter as much as fund selection
Indian envoy meets 21 rescued crew members of MT Settebello
MT Settebello was about 30 Nautical Miles off the coast of Oman at the time of the attack
Home loan overdraft vs regular loan: When a higher interest rate can still save you lakhs
A home loan overdraft lets borrowers park surplus cash against their loan while retaining access to it. Here's when the potential savings outweig
Adani Ports expands partnership with Kaleris, to invest up to $100 million in AI-led port automation
The company stated that it has expanded its partnership with US-based supply chain software provider Kaleris to deploy advanced optimisation, pla
ITR filing 2026: Do influencers have to pay tax on gifts, freebies and barter collaborations?
Social media creators now receive non-cash compensation like products and trips in addition to cash from brands. Although these benefits arent di
US Treasury-focused mutual funds emerge as top performers among debt funds
MFs that invest in international FoFs with direct exposure to US Treasury bonds have gained 5.4% so far in 2026 and 14.4% over the one-year perio
Want to invest in US stocks? Zerodha, Groww, Upstox and Angel One get key approval
Zerodha, Groww, Angel One and Upstox have received approval to offer international and US stock investing through GIFT City. The services are exp
ULIP income tax rules explained: Exemption criteria and how to report gains in ITR
The Union Budget 2025 expands the tax rules for ULIPs. Now, ULIPs with premiums beyond 10% of policy value are taxable. Maturity proceeds for pol
EPFO 3.0 update: UPI and ATM-based PF withdrawals, limits, rollout timeline and key changes
EPFO 3.0 will enable UPI and ATM-based PF withdrawals, increase limits, speed up claims processing and simplify access to provident fund savings.
ITR filing AY 2026-27: Complete guide to income tax slabs for senior and super senior citizens
Under the Income Tax Act, a senior citizen is defined as a resident individual aged 60 years or older, but less than 80 years during the previous
US-Iran peace deal: Is it time to reduce gold & US fund exposure? Experts answer
The US-Iran peace agreement has eased concerns around oil prices and currency volatility. Experts say investors should review allocations to gold
AI Express flight from Kannur to Jeddah turns back due to technical issue
MCX gold rate today for August futures contracts was trading 0.09% higher at 1,53,060 per 10 grams. MCX silver futures, on the other hand, were t
Chef Sanjeev Kapoor launches USA blueberries recipe book
The book builds on his earlier collaboration with USA blueberries, which focused mainly on Indian traditional foods
Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw reviews master plan for redevelopment of busy stations
The Railway Minister emphasised that redevelopment works should be carried out with minimal inconvenience to passengers and without disrupting tr
Education loan rates June 2026: Compare SBI, PNB, ICICI, HDFC and other banks before you apply
Rising education costs make choosing the right education loan crucial. Compare Education loan rates for June 2026 from SBI, HDFC, ICICI and other
Super 30 founder Anand Kumar launches free global learning platform Super Infinity
Education costs are rising rapidly. To ensure their children receive a good education, parents take out personal loans and fall into debt. Anand
AI memory boom pushes up costs for Indias electric vehicle industry
EV makers say shortages in RAM and storage, along with rising semiconductor and commodity costs, are increasing input expenses and putting pressu
Armenia to procure oncology drugs from India under national healthcare scheme
The Armenian Ministry of Health has identified several medicines for procurement from India and assured support to Indian firms in product regist
Siemens secures order from Titagarh Rail Systems for Pune Metro extension project
The order includes design, manufacturing, supply and warranty of traction converters, auxiliary converters, traction motors and TCMS for 12 train
Markets gain on West-Asia ceasefire hopes; oil slides
Investor wealth jumps 18 lakh crore in two sessions; FPIs turn net buyers for the first time in 11 sessions
IndiGo tweaks business class offering to lure flyers
Priority baggage has been implemented for Indigo Stretch customers from May1to make the product more attractive
Nischa Shah left 200,000 banking career to build a $1 million YouTube business- here's her story
Nischa Shah walked away from a high-paying career, gave up a six-figure bonus and turned a YouTube side hustle into a business generating more th
Planning a family vacation in India during June requires carefully balancing the desire for pleasant weather against the reality of the Indian mo
ANNAM.AI and Syngenta partners to take AI-driven info to farmers
The collaboration between ANNAM.AI and Syngenta further demonstrates the importance of industry-academia partnerships promoting the adoption of n
India receives 32% deficient rains during June 1-15: IMD
Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh and Puducherry have received 68.2 mm rainfall until June 15, which is 9% lower than its
Oman transit corridor rescues Indias West Asia exports
Indias exports to the region bounced back in May as strategic rerouting through Omans Sohar, Salah, Duqm ports helped bypass the Strait of Hormuz
USTR Jamieson Greer to visit India to finalise interim trade deal amid diplomatic friction
High-level talks with Piyush Goyal on June 23-24 to push forward pact despite political backlash over Indian mariners killings and ongoing Sectio
Public sector units must be the patient investor in Indias long-term future: CEA Anantha Nageswaran
The peace deal that has been announced is welcome for an oil, natural gas and fertiliser importing country like India: Nageswaran
NCRs Noida International Airport opens for business: Centre says envisaged as a true aerotropolis
One of the first flights flagged off from the airport ferried farmers whose land was acquired for the development of the project .
Upskilled slum dwellers power Indias retail, healthcare and gig economy
Recruiters are increasingly tapping low-income communities as workforce pipelines for retail, logistics, hospitality and gig economy.
Telangana ready to take up Metro Rail phase- 2 project with 100 per cent equity: CM Reddy
Asks the Center to to issue NoC for taking up the Metro Rail expansion
Gifting money to an NRI child: how is TCS calculated under LRS, and can you claim a refund?
A 25 lakh gift to an NRI daughter is tax-free in her hands, but the remittance may attract TCS under LRS. Here's how the rules differ for oversea
12 ships carrying 6 lt of urea and DAP may head to India once Strait of Hormuz opens
Over 84 lt more fertilisers needed by Sept 30 to meet demand with current stocks at 197 lt
May goods exports jump 18% to $45 b; trade deficit widens to $28 b
A peace deal in West Asia would positively impact trade, says Commerce Secretary
Got your Form 16 from employer? Here's what you should check before filing ITR
Form 16 forms the basis of income reporting in ITR. It is important to verify the details mentioned in it, including total income, tax deducted a
Pralhad Joshi launches Indias first wind turbine supply chain management portal
It will enable supplier discovery and qualification, strengthen collaboration across the supply chain, enhance export readiness and ensure secure
RITES taps AI to step up service and revenue
RITES bets big on AI through Abhikalp innovation hub
Can EPFO recover PF money after employers violation? Telangana HC delivers key ruling
The Telangana High Court has ruled that EPFO cannot recover provident fund dues from an employee for an employer's alleged violation of EPF rules
Why salaried taxpayers should not file ITR without Form 16: Key risks explained
According to Mrinal Mehta, Joint Secretary at Bombay Chartered Accountants' Society, while filing without Form 16 is legally permissible, it can
Greenspace Herbs launches Quantum Ayurveda ingredients
The companys technology is built around Quantum Ayurveda integrating traditional Ayurvedic botanicals
China vs Russia I asked Gemini which international solo trip is best under 1.5 lakh
If you want a trip where you can easily afford comfortable hotels, take high-speed trains across the country, eat wherever you want, and still ha
Mangaluru Airport improves landing safety with Category-I lighting system
The PAL Category I system is designed to provide pilots with enhanced visual guidance during the critical final stages of landing, particularly u
Section 143(2) explained: Why the Income Tax Department may scrutinise your ITR this year
Sharp clarity on Income Tax scrutiny notices under Section 143(2) shows how returns are selected for verification, deadlines for notices, and com
RBI flags rising money mule fraud: Why sharing your bank account can be dangerous
Banks and regulators are warning about the risks of money mule accounts in online fraud as digital transactions rise. The RBI advises customers t
Money-market fund vs short-duration fund: Where to park your cash and why
Money-market funds primarily invest in short-term instruments maturing within one year, while short-duration funds invest in a mix of debt securi
They claim the decision was arbitrary without consulting stakeholders and exporters, but APEDA sources say due process has been followed
Milma targets 10,000 crore turnover by 2030-31, eyes global expansion
Milma recorded a turnover of 4,344 crore in 2025-26
Why FCNR deposits at 6-7.1% rates are attractive for NRIs
For most NRIs, the right way to use this window is to use their disposable savings to make a deposit for three to five years and leave the levera
Gold curbs won't work. Financial innovation will
India's instinct to curb gold imports via higher duties and moral appeals is self-defeatingit drives up domestic prices, spurs exchange-traded fu
IRF president emeritus urges tax reforms to boost research and innovation
Kapila flags anomalies in taxation of helmets and stethoscopes versus cricket in letter to PM
Exports up 18% to $45.2 billion in May
Imports, too, grew 20.62% to $73.41 billion in May, leaving a trade deficit of $28.21 billion.
Real-time lending: Why modern digital infrastructure is the future of credit
The lending industry is shifting to real-time infrastructure to meet borrower demands for speed and data security. APIs and modern platforms enab
Today marks the final day for stakeholders to submit their memorandum to the 8th Pay Commission. Major proposals include increasing gratuity payo
Harsh Pati Singhania named ICC Chair, Paris
His appointment comes at an opportune moment as India emerges as the fastest-growing major economy and an influential voice of the Global South,
EPF Interest 2026: When will 8.25% interest be credited to your account?
Subscribers can track whether the annual interest has been credited through the EPFO passbook portal by logging in with their Universal Account N
Govt has taken measures for timely availability of fertilisers to farmers: Manipur CM
CM Y Khemchand Singh fertilisers would be distributed on a need basis and only after verification of proper documents, while officials of the agr
Crude oil near $80 per barrel: Could India see a drop in petrol, diesel and LPG prices?
WTI crude oil drops to around $80 per barrel today, while Brent crude falls nearly 4% to around $83.82 per barrel. However, key questions remain.
WPI rises to 9.68% in May; Producer Price Index makes debut
First reading under the new 2022-23 base year shows wholesale price pressures intensifying amid West Asia disruptions
What are mutual funds buying? ICICI Bank, Lenskart, Gujarat Gas among top picks
Mutual funds increased exposure across a mix of banking, digital and energy stocks in May. Here's a look at the large-, mid- and small-cap names
Jewar villagers who gave land for Noida International Airport board first flight from same soil
Many women from the Jewar region of Gautam Buddh Nagar arrived at the airport with boarding passes for the first flight from the new facility
K2 Infragen bags 158.58 crore railway electrification order from Konkan Railway
The scope of work is aimed at strengthening railway traction capacity to support the 3,000 MT loading target
FM Sitharaman hints at more measures to boost foreign inflows
She highlighted RBI-backed measures to reduce hedging risks and boost inflows, while assuring preparedness to handle uncertainties such as monsoo
Lower base effect leads automobile sales growth in May: SIAM
Total vehicles sales grow by 17.3% y-o-y to 24,11,783 units in May against 20,55,714 units in May 2025
Average maturity shows when the fund's underlying bonds are expected to mature, macaulay duration indicates how long it takes to recover the inve
India's solar demand projected to surge at 22% CAGR by FY35 on massive data center boom
A Nuvama report estimates Indias power demand will grow at a sustained 6% CAGR over the next decade, fueled by economic growth, urbaniSation, man
Home loan rates start at 7.15% this June 2026, giving borrowers a chance to cut borrowing costs by carefully comparing lenders, charges, repaymen
Piyush Goyal discusses India-UK ties in innovation, technology with UK Trade Secy
Sharing details of the interaction on X, Goyal said the discussions focused on expanding partnerships that could drive economic growth and create
Noida Airport begins passenger flights; first flight from Lucknow
IndiGo flight 6E 2278 departed from Lucknows Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport at 7:12 am and arrived at Noida International Airport a
Parag Parikh vs HDFC Flexi Cap Fund: Returns, risk, expenses, and portfolio holdings compared
Parag Parikh Flexi Cap Fund currently leads the category with an AUM of 1.41 lakh crore, followed closely by HDFC Flexi Cap Fund at 1.01 lakh cro
Mutual fund investing: 5 key ratios to check before choosing a fund
Returns alone don't tell the full story of a mutual fund. Here's how alpha, beta, Sharpe ratio and other key metrics can help investors assess ri
Book profits or stay invested at market highs? Historical data may settle the debate
The analysis of 25 years of rolling market data suggests that remaining fully invested in equities gave better long-term returns rather than syst
The Annual Information Statement (AIS) provides taxpayers with a comprehensive and consolidated view of their financial data. It includes the tax
Gold prices rose on 15 June due to optimism following a US-Iran peace deal. MCX gold for August futures increased by 1.71% to 1,53,490 per 10 gra
8th Pay Commission developments: Key updates include consultation visits, an extended memorandum deadline and stakeholder outreach across multipl
8th Pay Commission: 15 June marks key compliance deadlines, including the submission of memoranda, advance tax payments and Form 16 issuance aff
NRIs who become tax residents in India can defer tax on foreign retirement accounts until withdrawal by filing Form 40. This applies to accounts
Wheels turn for over $10-billion US tariff repatriation to India
Cross-border digital payment gateways have also stepped in, offering to route the refunds without opening foreign accounts at a fraction of stand
Tax-free income in India: 5 sources every taxpayer should know about
Certain income types are exempt from taxation under the Income Tax Act, helping taxpayers minimize their tax liabilities. Here are some options y
ICICI Lombard warns that car insurance claims for damage from E20 fuel in older, non-compatible vehicles may be rejected, as such usage could be
Can mutual fund gains be used to repay a home loan and claim Section 54F exemption?
Home-loan repayment is not eligible for Section 54F relief, if the property was purchased outside the prescribed time window.
Rupee level not a threshold, exchange rate a shock absorber: CEA Nageswaran
Attempting to rigidly defend a particular level could be counterproductive for the wider economy, says Nageswaran
Blooming paradox: Indias flower industry hits record highs even as the Northeast withers
Tamil Nadu leads in flower production
Salaried taxpayers can choose between old and new tax regimes until the ITR deadline. Employers will apply the new regime if no preference is com
Government asks shipping companies to restrict seafarer deployment in Persian Gulf
According to the International Maritime Organisation there have been 46 attacks on in and around Strait of Hormuz since February 28 resulting in
A working professional seeks a practical Work-From-Anywhere experience for a month-long family vacation in India. ChatGPT suggests 5 suitable des
Given the current macroeconomic and geopolitical context, we anticipate inflation may exceed the RBIs upper band of 6% in 2H27, the brokerage sta
