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ESAF Bank invites applications for Climate Smart Agriculture Awards 2026
The awards aim to encourage innovative farming solutions that enhance productivity, conserve natural resources and strengthen rural livelihoods i
CMFRI equips tourist guides as ambassadors of Keralams marine heritage
The training provided insights on historic and contemporary fisheries in the State, marine biodiversity, coastal and marine ecosystems from beach
West Asia crisis hit orthodox tea exports from Kochi auctions
Traders said exports are currently limited to Europe and Russia, while shipments to GCC and other West Asian markets have come to a standstill.
Kerala fisherfolk oppose proposed access pass system for deep-sea fishing
Fishing associations have sought exemption from the 25,000 access pass fee for small-scale deep-sea vessels
Uber unveils $13-billion bid for Delivery Hero
Uber will offer EUR 41.50 a share in cash, while Delivery Hero will divest businesses in 14 overlapping markets for $1.6 billion to address antit
PM Modi flags off Indias first hydrogen-powered train in Haryana
Developed with indigenous technology, the hydrogen-powered train generates onboard electricity and emits only water vapour, resulting in zero car
Pacific to break threshold for major, high-impact El Nio event by end-Aug
South-East Asia and India face higher drought risk for sugar, cocoa, and palm oil; India and Thailand may impose export restrictions
India to launch headline services output index within months, statistics secretary says
India currently has no official monthly gauge for output across its dominant services sector
PF after retirement: When does your EPF balance stop earning interest? EPFO rules explained
Retirement does not automatically stop interest on your EPF balance. Here's how long your provident fund continues to earn interest under the EPF
Gold and silver prices today, 17 July: Check the latest 24K, 22K gold and 999 silver retail rates across Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and other major I
The 8th Pay Commission is likely to revise salaries and allowances for nearly 1.1 crore central government employees and pensioners. While the fi
Government may bring back UPI MDR for large merchants: Who could be affected?
The Centre is considering reintroducing a merchant discount rate (MDR) on select UPI transactions. If approved, the levy is expected to apply onl
Don't overpay for growth: Nippon Life AMC's Sailesh Raj Bhan on navigating India's next market cycle
After two years of valuation-led consolidation, Nippon Life AMC's equity CIO Sailesh Raj Bhan says improving earnings, reasonable valuations and
Senior citizen FD rates: These banks offer up to 8.5% interest despite recent rate cuts
For senior citizens, even a marginal difference in interest rates can translate into substantially higher earnings over time, particularly on lar
Filing ITR alone is not enough, you have to e-verify your return within 30 days so that it does not become invalid and to ensure a smooth refund
Over 50% of Indian major reservoirs still half-empty
59% of the country has received deficient or no rainfall as the monsoon is 24% below normal
Govt lists 5 bills for introduction during Monsoon Session
The Bills focus on MSME development and education reforms
8th pay commission: We take a look at the likely revision in house rent allowance (HRA) for central government employees across levels 6 to 10 in
Brazil tariff shock underlines risks of rushing India-US trade pact, say experts
India watchful as the US global tariffs of 10% are set to lapse, while Section 301 probes remain a key uncertainty
British Airways ground handling receipts are taxable in India, says ITAT
UK airlines may face similar tax treatment; German and Dutch carriers remain protected under treaties
Centre designed Modified UDAN scheme after decade of feedback: Civil Aviation Minister
Modified regional connectivity programme widens route eligibility, extends VGF support, and introduces operational support for smaller airports
The debt-free trap: Why shunning all forms of credit can actually stunt your financial growth
Before you vow to never borrow another rupee, here is a realistic look at how to make debt work for younot against you.
nurture.retail sees 35% rise in its monthly active users in FY26
One in every four agri-retailers in India is now registered and one in five visiting the platform every month, the company said in a statement
India issues 28,000 cr EPC tender for Mahi Banswara nuclear power plant
This is the largest Nuclear Island EPC packages ever floated for Indias indigenous Pressurised Heavy Water Reactor (PHWR) programme
Foreign carriers place a premium on India, deploy A380 on key routes
These moves come amid increased competition and changes in traffic flows following tensions in West Asia
India to come out soon with export-oriented fisheries policy with focus on inland fishery
Animal Husbandry and Fisheries Minister Rajiv Ranjan Sing asks ICAR to explore using drones for transporting the products and inputs for farming
Government lists Bill in Parliament to replace Ordinance that exempted FIIs from tax
The government had in June introduced an Ordinance that exempted foreign institutional investors and the Bank of International Settlements from c
Ex-Microsoft employee walked away from 1.9 crore salary, shares challenges of starting over
Christian Harms, a former Microsoft employee, has opened up about leaving a corporate job that paid $200,000 (approximately 1.9 crore) a year in
NMPA Chairman hopes to achieve 53 mt cargo handling in FY27
Sushil Kumar Singh said that the port handled 50 mt of cargo during 2025-26, the highest ever in the history of NMPA
EU rejects Chinese rice flour cargo for GMO presence
An EU notification issued on Monday said the Netherlands had found the presence of GMOs in hydrolysed rice flour
Can 50 lakh grow into 5 crore through mutual funds? Here's what a 15-year investment could deliver
Meeting such a high-value financial goal requires careful planning, patience and the right investment strategy.
Indias oilmeal exports decline 21.5% in April
The decline is attributed to Red Sea shipping disruptions, higher freight costs, and intense price competition from South American soybean meal.
India, UK trade pact to enhance export competitiveness, slash trade costs: Experts
Agreement presents MSMEs the opportunity to integrate into global value chains, expand their international footprint, and build sustainable expor
ITR filing 2026: Beyond Form 16 avoid these costly income tax compliance mistakes
Salaried workers who have switched employers, selected a suboptimal tax regime, claimed unsupported deductions, or omitted capital gains face hei
10,000 SIP to 30 lakh: These large & midcap mutual funds led 10-year returns
A 10,000 monthly SIP would have grown to over 30 lakh in these four large & midcap funds. Check the top-performing schemes and how they stack up
NITI Aayog charts 2047 roadmap to expand India's Bioeconomy to $2.6 trillion
The report calls for mission-mode execution to make India one of the worlds top three biotech powers.
Foreign assets are coming soon in AIS: Compliance is about to become harder to ignore
Information on foreign assets will increasingly show up in taxpayers' AIS, but the absence of an asset from the statement does not erase the lega
Labour Minister Mansukh Mandaviya said the EPFO has processed interest on provident funds of 34 crore members for FY26. Interest earned on EPF co
Pavizham Group MD receives Business Excellence Award
The award was presented by Union Ministers Prataprao Jadhav and Anupriya Patel in the presence of Nitin Gadkari
Agri-tech platform Rize secures $31 million Series B funding to scale across Southeast Asia
The raise brings Rizes total funding to date to $47 million
RBI fixes SGB 2019-20 Series II redemption price at 14,199. Should investors redeem now?
The Reserve Bank of India has fixed the premature redemption price for Sovereign Gold Bond 2019-20 Series II at 14,199 per gram. Investors who bo
US anti-dumping, countervailing duties hit Indian paprika exports
The duties come on top of the additional tariffs that the US is considering on Indian imports under Section 301 provisions
Air India revamps mobile app; can deploy India-specific innovations: Airline official
Mobile app would provide greater ease of booking and allow the airline to respond more quickly to the needs of the customers
Govt issues draft CAFE III norms; invites stakeholder suggestions
The new norms, which aim to progressively reduce vehicle emissions, will replace the existing CAFE-II norms that are likely to come to an end on
India identifies $51 bln in critical imports for domestic manufacturing push, sources say
India imported $775 billion worth of goods in the 12 months ended March 2026
What is a home loan top-up and when should you consider it?
A home loan top-up can offer cheaper credit than a personal loanbut only if you understand the costs, eligibility rules and hidden pitfalls.
Wheat production will likely be affected by climate this year
Experts fear delayed kharif harvest may impact wheat, even as the market faces a volatile scenario
PM Modi to flag off Indias first hydrogen-powered train between Jind and Sonipat
During his Haryana visit on Friday, PM Modi will unveil development projects worth nearly 14,700 crore spanning highways, healthcare and urban in
Natural rubber plantations of1.80 lakh ha completed in North-East under Project INROAD
Despite several operational challenges, including Covid-induced disruptions, nearly 90% of the ambitious target of 2 lakh hectares of new plantat
Early exit: why Indians are surrendering life insurance policies before maturity
Why do millions of policyholders who signed up for a long-term contract exit before maturity?
ITR Filing 2026: Income Tax Department Introduces New Secondary Address Field
Taxpayers filing returns for AY 2026-27 will now have to provide both a primary and a secondary address. The new disclosure has been introduced i
Indias pharmaceutical exports to UK to cross $981 million in FY26-27 on back of FTA: Pharmexcil
The projection builds on the $902.96 million export in FY25-26, supported by the momentum in the current financial year
India steps up import substitution as geopolitical tensions expose supply chain risks
The governments import substitution plan covers over 100 products, including semiconductors, pharmaceuticals, automobiles and machinery
Kandla crosses 50 mt cargo mark 19 days ahead of last year
The milestone comes on the back of strong first-quarter performance, with Kandla retaining its position as Indias largest major port during April
India bars seafarers from Strait Of Hormuz voyages after attacks
The International Maritime Organization has warned that the chokepoint remains too dangerous for commercial vessels at present
AI frenzy fills Asian airlines cargo bays with semiconductors
The surge in demand comes on the back of a worldwide race to build out artificial intelligence data farms and other infrastructure.
Govt raises cost inflation index for FY27 to 384, lowering long-term capital gains tax
The cost inflation index number assists in determining the long-term capital gains on which an assessee is required to pay taxes when they file i
ITR filing: ITAT deletes 10 lakh Black Money Act penalty over foreign ESOP disclosure
Chennai ITAT held that a genuine failure to disclose foreign ESOPs in Schedule FA of the income tax return does not automatically warrant a penal
EPFO interest credit begins: How members can check if the amount is credited to their accounts
EPFO members can see their annual interest of 8.25% for FY2025-26 in their accounts starting July 15. Here's how you can check your PF balance on
Agriculture Minister hopeful of recovery from drop in kharif sowing
Government is keeping a close watch on the rainfall situation and the ongoing sowing operations, says Shivraj Singh Chouhan
Pour Over Coffee introduces Colombian collection in India
The collection features exceptional coffees from Huila, a region globally recognised for its outstanding coffee quality, biodiversity and innovat
This move comes amid rising fiscal pressures linked to the West Asia conflict and challenges posed by a subpar monsoon
Trump's accounts sold Micron, bought Nvidia: Expert warns, Don't mistake it for a strategy
Donald Trump's investment accounts, managed by third parties, have executed over 6,100 stock trades in 2023. Notably, they sold Micron shares whi
MHIs 10 GWh battery tender opens new growth market for Indias BESS sector
The 10 GWh allocation alone will not make India self-reliant in battery manufacturing, as several upstream materials will continue to be imported
Central bank aims to build a stronger data governance ecosystem that enhances operational resilience, supports informed decision-making and prote
Govt launches 8th round of critical & strategic minerals
The Ministry of Mines has successfully auctioned 56 out of 88 critical and strategic mineral blocks
India ships $140 million of exports duty-free on Day One of UK trade pact
Textiles, gems & jewellery, leather, footwear and engineering goods are among the first consignments; the government targets bilateral trade of $
India-UK BIT remains unfinished as trade pact comes into force
Differences over investor dispute settlement and level of protection are unresolved; UK trade sources say steel import safeguards unrelated to CE
While Mobile Phone Manufacturing Scheme (MPMS) gets an outlay of Rs 62,500 crore, the Union Cabinet allocates Rs.1,27,500 cr for Semicon 2.0
Indias coffee output for 2026-27 seen up at 4.04 lakh tonnes as per initial projections
Final output for 2025-26 estimated at 3.73 lakh tonnes by Coffee Board, comprising of 1.11 lakh tonnes of Arabicas and 2.62 lakh tonnes of Robust
June passenger vehicle sales rise 24.1%: SIAM
Looking ahead to the second quarter of FY27, SIAM said vehicle demand is expected to remain steady
Cabinet approves new investment policy for Urea
India targets 8 units to add 10 million tonnes to current domestic production of 30 mt
Warren Buffett confirmed his decision to build Berkshire Hathaway's substantial stake in Alphabet, stating he acted independently of CEO Greg Abe
EPFO alert: Why updating your profile photo is crucial for e-nominations and PF claims
EPFO members are urged to upload a recent profile photo on the Unified Member Portal to complete e-nominations and online claims. Here's why it m
KisanKraft launches 2 electric-powered farm equipment
The machines have been tested at different geographical locations and agro-climatic conditions in India with different soil types and soil condit
Gifting stocks to your spouse, child or friend? Check how the tax rules differ in three scenarios
Gifting stocks can trigger tax implications depending on the relationship between the donor and recipient. Transfers to close relatives are often
How can families preserve art, jewellery and heirlooms for future generations?
A trust can help families preserve art, jewellery and heirlooms across generations by setting clear rules on ownership, access, conservation, dis
Low-pressure area set to deepen, bolsters monsoon over East India
Boosting prospects of heavy rainfall over North-West India is the arrival of a couple of western disturbances and their likely interaction with e
Health insurance covers major hospitalisation costs, but many medical expenses, such as doctor consultations and medicines, are often paid out of
SIP returns disappointing? Here's when to stay invested and when to switch funds
Negative or muted SIP returns in the initial years are not uncommon, especially for equity mutual funds. Experts say investors should judge a fun
NRI tax filing: Moved abroad? Here's when you still need to file an ITR in India
Moving abroad does not end your tax obligations in India. From excess TDS and capital losses to property sales and future tax planning, here's wh
PFRDA launches NPS PRIDE-Disha: How the new tool helps you choose the right pension fund
NPS PRIDE-Disha lets subscribers compare pension funds using XIRR based on regular contributions instead of only point-to-point returns. The plat
The ITR due date is near and taxpayers are urged to gather important documents, including interest certificates, to ensure accurate reporting of
Cabinet approves1.27 lakh crore for Semicon Mission 2.0
The new edition of the semiconductor programme has provisions to incentivise even suppliers of raw material in the chip manufacturing industry, i
In its counter affidavit, the AAIB said the law governing aircraft accident investigations gives the AAIB exclusive authority to investigate such
Fractured monsoon: July recovery narrows overall deficit to 23%, but key regions remain dry
According to the latest IMD data, India recorded 123.3 mm of rain during the first half of July against the historical normal of 128.9 mm, result
Kerala backs Adani Port despite objecting to stake sale
A panel led by the states top bureaucrat is reviewing the proposal to ensure Keralas interests are protected and assess whether the transaction c
Automatic EPF transfer after job change? Avoid these 6 mistakes to prevent delays
EPFO has introduced automatic PF transfers for eligible members. However, the facility works only if certain conditions are met.
Sensex down 9.37% in 2026: Should investors wait or stay invested? Here's what history shows
The Sensex has fallen 9.37% so far in 2026, reviving concerns over whether investors should wait for markets to recover. Four decades of historic
India-UK trade pact takes effect, promising tariff cuts and services boost
Indian textiles, marine goods, leather and jewellery to gain
