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Chinese astronauts harvest rice in space for the first time
Shenzhou-23 crew harvested the first batch of rice samples grown from seeds taken to the Chinese Space Station in May
El Nino may push up Indias power demand during August-September
High humidity, above-normal temperatures and potentially below-normal rainfall could drive cooling and irrigation demand during August to October
Who really benefits from India's new insurance order? Not the honest policyholder
Indias uninsured-vehicle gap is a renewal and enforcement problem, and extending policy tenure may only postpone the point at which compliance br
Industry expert provides insight to whether a homebuyer can use SWPs from mutual funds to support home loan prepayments. Check best investment op
A 10,000 monthly SIP in nine flexi-cap funds would have grown to at least 26.5 lakh in 10 years, with the best performer reaching 36.5 lakh. Quan
PFC shares tumble 5% to 4-month low after weak Q1 earnings. Why Motilal Oswal still recommends Buy
PFC shares fell over 5% after the company reported a 2% YoY rise in Q1 FY27 consolidated net profit to Rs 7,012 crore. Motilal Oswal retained its
Cochin International Airport clocks record net profit at 502 crore in FY26
CIAL reported its highest-ever annual financial performance, registering a record profit of 500 crore; the Board recommended a dividend of 55% fo
EPFO has warned members against fake links, phishing websites and fraudulent messages. Here are six practical ways to verify URLs, protect UAN, A
Delhivery shares under pressure after Q1 margin miss; analysts stay bullish on volume outlook
The stock has gained around 18% year-to-date but remains well below its 52-week high of 524, touched in July
The government has de-empanelled 2,359 hospitals and suspended 1,200 others under Ayushman Bharat for violating scheme norms, with penalties of 3
Sky Gold and Diamonds shares rally 10% after Q1 profit soars 141% YoY, revenue rises 78%
Sky Gold and Diamonds shares surged after the jewellery manufacturer reported strong Q1 FY27 results, with revenue rising 78% and net profit jump
Delhivery shares plunge 4% as net profit tumbles 65% YoY. Why Nuvama still maintains Buy rating
Delhivery shares fell 4% after the logistics company reported a 65% YoY decline in Q1 FY27 net profit to Rs 32 crore, despite a 28% rise in reven
Kaynes Tech shares crash 8% after weak Q1 results: What are Nomura and Motilal Oswal saying
Kaynes Technology shares tanked 8% after the electronics manufacturing services firm reported a 24.4% YoY decline in Q1 FY27 net profit to Rs 56.
Gold and silver prices today, 10 August: Check the latest 24K, 22K gold and 999 silver retail rates across Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and other major
The Allahabad High Court fined a Noida builder 2.5 lakh after a homebuyer was forced into litigation for nearly 13 years over delayed possession.
A 79.25 lakh gratuity deduction was initially denied after the taxpayer reported it under the wrong ITR schedule and omitted it from Form 3CD. IT
Missed a loan EMI? RBIs new recovery rules shield borrowers from harassment and device locking
RBIs new loan recovery rules protect borrowers from harassment, misuse of personal data and unauthorized device locking, setting clearer boundari
Positive Breakout: These 10 stocks cross above their 200 DMAs
In the Nifty500 pack, 10 stocks' closing prices crossed above their 200 DMA (Daily Moving Averages) on August 7, 2026, according to stockedge.com
Dollar near two-month trough as US inflation data awaited
The US dollar experienced a decline against major currencies as investors closely monitor upcoming inflation figures. Both the euro and sterling
8th Pay Commission: Delhi meetings conclude today; IRTSA presses for 52,600 minimum pay
8th Pay Commission: Consultations in Delhi conclude today. Here is a look at IRTSAs key demands, including a minimum pay of 52,600, higher fitmen
Global Market Today: Asia stocks edge higher, oil up amid Gulf confusion
Asian share markets followed Wall Street higher after a soft US jobs report. Oil prices increased slightly due to stalled Gulf peace talks and sh
Can Molbio Diagnostics IPO deliver long-term growth for high risk investors?
Molbio Diagnostics aims to secure
A 10,000 monthly SIP in small-cap funds grew to at least 8.12 lakh in five years, but the outcomes varied sharply across schemes. Bandhan Small C
SEBIs Annual Report shows 3,811 crore remained unclaimed in mutual funds in FY26, including redemption amounts and dividends. Investors can trace
The Delhi Lakshmi Yojana has received over 5.14 lakh registrations within seven days of launch, as per CM Rekha Gupta. Here's how eligible women
Retirement planning for child-free couples: Why a bigger corpus may be needed
A widespread assumption persists among child-free couples that avoiding child-rearing expenses automatically lowers overall retirement funding ne
Tomato, onion, potato prices push up July veg thali cost; annual food bill still lower
Veg thali rises 4 per cent in July as tomato prices jump; lower vegetable and broiler prices keep both veg and non-veg thalis cheaper than a year
Hindu Undivided Family: Can salaried individuals lower tax through an HUF?
For households possessing inherited assets, market portfolios, or commercial enterprises, forming a Hindu Undivided Family (HUF) creates a distin
Mutual fund performance took a sharp turn in FY26, with more schemes slipping into negative territory and fewer crossing the 10% return threshold
Import fears cast shadow over watermelon farmers ahead of new season
Watermelon is generally sown between June and August, with the crop beginning to reach markets from early September
RBI survey sees stronger FY27 growth, higher inflation; FY28 outlook points to Goldilocks economy
The RBIs 101st SPF, conducted in July 2026, pegged FY27 real GDP growth at 6.6%, up from 6.5% projected in the 100th SPF conducted in May 2026
The Income Tax Department has released online and offline ITR-5 utilities for AY 2026-27. Heres what taxpayers should know about who can file thi
Confirmatory dope test results awaited for Air India pilot
Screening test of the pilot-in-command indicated a result requiring confirmatory testing
Govt considering raising CCEA approval threshold for FDI proposals to 15,000 cr: Sources
The existing limit of 5,000 crore has remained unchanged since November 2015
PFRDA is targeting 3540 crore non-government NPS subscribers in five years, up from around 90 lakh currently. The pension regulator plans to use
India considers restricting Carbosulfan insecticide use, weeks after proposing ban on Paraquat
A final decision on restricting the pesticide, sold under FMC Indias Marshal brand (which contains 25% Carbosulfan), is expected by the end of Au
India unlikely to curb Russian oil buys despite fresh US sanctions threat: Sources
New Delhi signals little appetite for sacrificing energy security, defence ties, strategic cooperation with Moscow
FMCG firms signal price hikes in Q2 as input cost pressures persist; demand remains resilient
Higher sugar, palm oil and crude-linked costs are prompting FMCG majors like Britannia, HUL, Dabur and others to protect margins
PPFAS CIO Rajeev Thakkar says the two-year period of sideways equity markets is not unusual, while opportunities are increasing after corrections
Tractor sales grew 28% in July on better monsoon, rural demand
The July volume was a record for the month, with rural tractor demand benefiting from the catch-up in kharif sowing and improving monsoon conditi
HDFC Mid Cap Fund crossing 1 lakh crore AUM has raised concerns over whether very large mutual funds can continue delivering strong returns. Weal
Ownly, magicpin step up push for bigger slice of India's food delivery market
he developments come as India's food delivery sector sees more platforms seeking a foothold in the market, while restaurants push for greater con
A register can tell you who mis-sold an insurance policy. It cannot tell you why
A register of who mis-sold you an insurance policy is simple to build; changing why they did so is not. Unless incentives change, accountability
Razorpay CEO joins PhonePe chief in backing free UPI payments for consumers amid doubts over MDR
PhonePe CEO Sameer Nigam and Razorpay's Harshil Mathur advocate keeping UPI payments free for consumers after the MDR Bill raised concerns about
A retired Mysore teacher who deposited 1.33 crore in cash won his tax appeal after ITAT Bangalore found the reassessment notice was issued beyond
Mcap of four of top-10 most valued firms jumps Rs 1.43 lakh cr; State Bank biggest winner
In a notable surge, four leading Indian corporations experienced an impressive rise in market valuations, totaling Rs 1.43 lakh crore. The State
Rajya Sabha to take up Taxation Laws Amendment Bill, Bankers' Books Evidence Bill tomorrow
The 'Taxation and Other Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026 ' seeks to amend the Payment and Settlement Systems Act, 2007, Income-tax Act, 2025, and Fina
Cochin International Airport says FY26 profit surpasses 500 cr on higher revenue
CIAL handled 11,442,583 passengers and recorded 73,134 aircraft movements during the year
Retired but havent withdrawn your EPF yet? Heres when the corpus stops earning interest
EPF accounts stop earning interest after a specific period post-retirement, even if funds aren't withdrawn. Details here.
8th Pay Commission: Central govt teachers seek OPS, 65-year retirement age and more leave benefits
Central government teachers have sought major changes from the 8th Pay Commission, including restoration of the Old Pension Scheme and a higher r
SEBIs AI-powered Project Sudarsan has identified more than 20,000 fraudulent social media posts since its launch in November 2025. The platform s
Bank holidays this week: Public and private banks across India are closed on 9 August due to Sunday off. Banks observe weekly closures on Sundays
After purchasing a Mumbai apartment, a family received possession after a delay of more than two years. They filed a complaint with MahaRERA seek
Data centre boom to drive housing demand, create over 4.33 lakh ecosystem jobs by 2030, finds report
New research by Square Yards has found that digital infrastructure is emerging as the next major catalyst for residential real estate growth and
Orunodoi 3.0 will provide monthly financial assistance to more than 37 lakh women in Assam from August. The social security scheme aims to empowe
Elon Musk's X is replacing its Creator Revenue Sharing with the Original Content Rewards Programme, focusing on original posts.
The EPFO offers pension benefits to employees with over 10 years of service in the EPF scheme, following the EPS 1995 guidelines. Members can wit
West Bengal's 7th Pay Commission will consider demands for pay parity with Central government salaries and for increasing annual increments from
Health insurance portability allows switching insurers without losing benefits like waiting periods and no-claim bonuses. However, issues arise f
Shiprockets new businesses grow 65% as logistics firm eyes 1,618-crore IPO
The companys shift towards businesses such as checkout, advertising, data and omnichannel logistics is central to its strategy to build a broader
UPI MDR: Who will pay, who wont, and what the new rules mean | Government clarifies
The government confirmed UPI will remain free for consumers and small merchants, with potential MDR charges applicable only to select transaction
Buying or selling property in India poses challenges for NRIs due to complex regulations and tax rules. A missing PAN card can lead to higher TDS
The Delhi government launched the Delhi Lakshmi Yojana to provide 2,500 monthly to eligible women. The application began on August 1, 2026, with
The 8th central pay commission begun its four-day state visit to the national capital, with plans to interact with associations, federations, uni
Annapurna Yojana: When will the 3,000 August instalment be credited? CM Adhikari reveals date
Under the Annapurna Yojana, beneficiaries receive 3,000 monthly. Complaints arose regarding the August instalment delays, causing confusion.
UPI is and will remain free: PhonePe's Sameer Nigam assures amid growing doubts over MDR Bill
Nigam's comment comes a day after the Payments Council of India clarified that UPI would remain free for consumers. It also noted that small merc
Starting to invest at 25? 4 simple steps to build your financial roadmap
Rony, a 25-year-old first-time earner with low risk tolerance, is overwhelmed by investing. A structured four-step formula can guide him: maintai
Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema said the state govt is considering legal options, including appealing to the Supreme Court, after the
A $110 million question: How safe are crypto wallets and whats the best way to store bitcoin?
Bitcoin has evolved into a mainstream financial asset but carries significant risks, as highlighted by its sharp price drop. Despite being recogn
India's resilient economy to support markets but global risks remain elevated: SEBI
Indian equities faced a difficult 2025-26, with the Nifty 50 and broader indices declining around 14% in US dollar terms
Nomination mandatory for demat accounts, MF folios from Sept 1: What if you don't want a nominee?
SEBI revised nomination norms for single-holder demat accounts and mutual fund folios, effective September 1, 2026. Here's what to do if you don'
10 personal finance rules to build wealth, reduce risks and create a financially secure future
Check out the 10 essential personal finance rules every Indian should follow to build wealth, manage taxes, reduce debt, invest through SIPs, and
Fresh 100% US tariff threat could add to India's inflation, CAD pressures: CareEdge
Gupta said that if India is forced to reduce its dependence on Russian crude while the Strait of Hormuz remains disrupted, global oil supplies co
India's energy transition may create new import dependence on critical minerals: CII-EY
Critical minerals such as lithium, nickel, cobalt, silicon and rare earth elements will become increasingly important for the clean-energy transi
PPF vs SCSS vs SSY: Which government savings scheme suits your financial goals best in 2026?
Compare PPF, SCSS and SSY to understand their interest rates, eligibility, tax benefits, and investment features. Learn which government-backed s
Section 44AD allows eligible small business owners to declare income on a presumptive basis without maintaining detailed books. However, taxpayer
Air India cant seem to catch a break as passengers blame airline for turbulence
A recent incident in which 17 passengers were injured due to turbulence on an Air India flight from Phuket has spawned a litany of complaints on
Molbio Diagnostics collects Rs 281 cr from anchor investors ahead of IPO
Molbio Diagnostics has successfully attracted Rs 281.5 crore from anchor investors ahead of its much-anticipated initial public offering. The com
Regular and surprise inspections are conducted by Railway/IRCTC officials, including Food Safety Officers, to ensure quality, hygiene, safety and
Limitless potential between US, India goes through Karnataka: Ambassador Sergio Gor
Gor says Karnataka has more than 1,000 American companies, and their presence is growing steadily
Concurrent Gainers: 15 stocks that gain for 5 days in a row
Fifteen BSE 500 stocks posted gains in each of the five sessions from August 3 to 7. Apar Industries led with a 16% five-day gain, followed by We
Dhoot Transmission raises Rs 918 crore from 72 anchor investors ahead of Rs 3,067-crore IPO
Dhoot Transmission has raised Rs 918 crore from 72 anchor investors ahead of its Rs 3,067-crore IPO, with domestic mutual funds accounting for 61
Top 5 stock market lessons from legendary investor Peter Lynch that you should follow
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India, Sri Lanka review key power projects; reaffirm commitment to strengthening energy partnership
Ministers review bilateral initiatives such as the proposed India-Sri Lanka HVDC interconnection and the Sampur Solar Power Project, among others
EPF Rules 2026: 3-category withdrawal system and new voluntary top-up limits explained
The new EPF Scheme allows voluntary contributions beyond the wage ceiling and simplifies withdrawals. If an employee resigns, the wait for EPF wi
Every investor should have a portfolio strategy beyond just tracking assets. A structured approach involving Asset Allocation, Bubble Plan, and C
Unlocking full potential of NMEO-OP 2.0: From plantation expansion to productivity-led growth
Planting millions of seedlings creates plantations, delivering productivity creates national success
Has coffee become the most misunderstood agricultural product in India?
When it is understood, everyone across the coffee value chainfrom farmer and producer to roaster, barista and consumerstands to benefit
Can agricultural waste become Indias next commodity?
Treating agricultural residue as an economic resource could transform a seasonal environmental challenge into Indias most significant rural and g
The US FIRE model can be customised by Indians to suit their requirements. The customisation can include a larger corpus, a lower withdrawal rate
