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Planning to buy gold this Dhanteras? Check gold, silver prices in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, other cities on October 17

On October 17, 2025, gold prices in India range from Rs 13,292 per 1 gram for 24K gold and Rs 12,815 per 1 gram for 22K gold. Silver is priced at Rs 1,85,000 per kilogram. These prices are influenced by global market trends, currency fluctuations, and local demand.

17 Oct 2025 10:36 am
This IT giant adds over 8000 employees in Q2 even as others cut jobs, not TCS, Wipro, Google, Amazon, it is...

During the second quarter, the company added 8,203 employees, taking its total headcount to 3,31,991 by the end of H1 FY26. The attrition rate eased slightly to 14.3%, compared to 14.4% in the previous quarter.

17 Oct 2025 10:13 am
Reliance Q2 Results: When will Mukesh Ambani's flagship firm declare its quarterly results? Check date and other details

Experts say that Reliance Industries is likely to experience good year-on-year growth, check details below.

16 Oct 2025 10:43 pm
Why silver shortage gripped global market; know real reasons, its impactandmore

The surge in silver is caused by various factors like structural and cyclical. The major reason behind this shortage is the continuous increase in demand in contrast with supply, most of which is due to the metal's high usage in various industries

16 Oct 2025 8:35 pm
Jio Financial Q2 Results: Good news for Mukesh Ambani ahead of Diwali as his company reports net profit of Rs...

The net profit of Jio Financial Services soared 114 per cent on a sequential basis compared to Rs 325 crore in Q1FY26

16 Oct 2025 7:32 pm
Tata Trusts opposes SP Group's push to list Tata Sons publicly, it can buy out stakes by paying Rs 3,00,00,00,00,00,000

Tata vs SP Group: Tata Trusts rejects plan to list Tata Sons, warns it will weaken control and hurt inter-group decisions

16 Oct 2025 6:51 pm
Sunil Mittal's Bharti Airtel fined for subscriber norms violation, to pay Rs...

The DoT conducted a sample CAF (customer application form) audit for August 2025, and alleged violation of terms and conditions by Bharti Airtel.

16 Oct 2025 6:30 pm
Nestle Layoffs: FMCG giant to layoff 16,000 jobs in..., new CEO Philipp Navratil says 'Hard but neccessary...',

Nestl Layoffs News: Nestl will cut 16,000 jobs globally, the company said, over the next two years. The decision came a few weeks after the appointment of new Chief Executive Officer Philipp Navratil. Nestl in its statement, said that the layoffs will be completed in a period of two years.

16 Oct 2025 5:09 pm
Wipro Q2 Results: Azim Premji's IT company reports net profit of Rs 3246 crore, slightly below...

On a sequential basis, Wipro's net profit dipped 2.5 per cent, while revenue increased 2.5 per cent.

16 Oct 2025 4:44 pm
Infosys Q2 Results: Narayana Murthy's Infosys beats estimate, reports profit of Rs...

Infosys board declared an interim dividend of Rs 24 per share for the September quarter.

16 Oct 2025 4:22 pm
Eternal Q2 Results: Bad news for Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal ahead of Diwali, his company's profit falls to Rs...

However, the net profit was higher compared to the previous quarter's Rs 25 crore.

16 Oct 2025 3:15 pm
EPFO clarifies withdrawal rules: 75% of funds accessible immediately after job loss, check other key updates

EPFO has clarified that 75% of the Provident Fund can be withdrawn immediately after job loss, while the full amount can be accessed after one year of unemployment. The new rules, aimed at improving pension savings, also streamline withdrawal categories and offer more flexible conditions.

16 Oct 2025 1:52 pm
Bank Holiday on Diwali: Are banks closed on October 20 or 21? Check state-wise holiday list here

Diwali falls on October 20th for most, but some regions celebrate on October 21st. Banks will be closed on both days in different cities, with additional holidays for Kati Biha and Chhath Puja. Check your local bank's schedule to confirm closures during these festive days.

16 Oct 2025 6:58 am
Rupee vs Afghani: Why is Afghanistan's currency stronger than Indian, Pakistan's rupee despite crisis?

Despite the success of the Afghani, Afghanistan remains mired in persistent poverty and a distressing human rights situation.

15 Oct 2025 10:43 pm
How many more employees will Ratan Tata's TCS sack? It says...

TCS has laid off around 20,000 employees as it shifts to AI. HR head Sudeep Kunnumal says the company has no fixed target for workforce reduction.

15 Oct 2025 8:20 pm
Tired of Ola and Uber's surge pricing? Delhi govt to launch its own cab app with these benefits; check features

The Delhi government is set to introduce the national capital's first cooperative ride-hailing service, coming as an alternative to private cab aggregators while offering commuters a more affordable and surge-free experience.

15 Oct 2025 8:18 pm
Will AI boom go bust like dot-com bubble? IMF warns...

IMF warns the global AI boom may mirror the dot-com bubble as Google invests $15 billion in India amid soaring tech valuations and investor optimism.

15 Oct 2025 7:40 pm
Diwali gift for govt employees of this state, dearness allowance hiked by 3%, arrears to be paid in...

The arrears for the period from April to September 2025 will also be deposited in the bank accounts of the employees soon. Check details below.

15 Oct 2025 7:14 pm
USD vs INR: Why Indian rupee hits historic low against US dollar; know here

The Indian rupee, however, bounced back sharply by 75 paise to close at 88.06 (provisional) against the US dollar on Wednesday, October 15.

15 Oct 2025 4:51 pm
Who is Tarun Garg? First Indian to assume role of MD and CEO of Hyundai Motor India, pursued MBA from THIS prestigious Indian B-school

Tarun Garg has been announced as the new Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (MD & CEO), of Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL). He will assume role of MD and CEO from January 1, 2026.

15 Oct 2025 3:34 pm
Silver shines brighter than gold this Diwali: Prices double in 10 months, check new rates; Should you investonDhanteras?

Silver prices have reached their highest in decades, surging by Rs 89,300 in just 10 months to an all-time high of Rs 1,79,000 per kilogram. Last year on December 31, it closed at Rs 89,700 per kilogram, benefiting investors with a 99.55% return so far this year.

15 Oct 2025 1:26 pm
DA Hike News: Big Diwali gift for this state govt employees as dearness allowance rises to 58%; details inside

Dearness Allowance (DA) hike will be effective from July 1, 2025. The decision will benefit 3 lakh state government employees and pensioners.

14 Oct 2025 10:01 pm
BIG win for Narayana Murthy's Infosys as it gets Rs 14000 crore contract from...; set to deliver...

Infosys will deliver a new workforce management system for the NHS in England and Wales.

14 Oct 2025 9:07 pm
Meet man who is college droupout, became billionaire at 22, is co-founder of...., net worth is Rs...

The M3M Hurun India Rich List 2025 has named 22-year-old Kaivalya Vohra, co-founder of the quick-commerce platform Zepto, as the youngest billionaire in India. He started Zepto with his friend launched in June 2021.

14 Oct 2025 7:54 pm
Meet Shailesh Chandra, who started his career as manager, now leads Tata Motors as CEO

Shailesh Chandra has a longstanding career with Tata Motors, having joined the company as a manager in production in 1995.

14 Oct 2025 7:34 pm
Mark Zuckerberg's Instagram makes BIG move, restricts teenagers to PG-13 content: What is it?

In a blog post, the tech giant said teens would not be able to change their settings without permission from a parent. Meta has dubbed the fresh update its most significant since the company introduced accounts for teenagers last year. Read on for more details on this.

14 Oct 2025 6:02 pm
LIC announces two new schemes ahead of Diwali, to be launched on...; check features and otherdetails

The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) made an exchange filing on Tuesday, October 14, stating that it will launch two new products for the domestic market, with sales commencing from tomorrow, October 15. These are mostly meant for lower-income groups.

14 Oct 2025 4:22 pm
Big festive cheer for farmers: Rs 2000 instalment under PM Kisan scheme before Diwali

The 21st instalment of Rs 2,000 under the PM-KISAN scheme will be credited to farmers' accounts by Diwali 2025. To ensure timely payments, farmers must complete e-KYC via OTP or face authentication through the PM-KISAN app. Ensure Aadhaar and bank details are updated for smooth transfers.

14 Oct 2025 4:10 pm
Why Tata Motors' shares plunged 40% today; know the real reason here

Tata Motors has officially split its commercial vehicle and passenger vehicle businesses.

14 Oct 2025 4:10 pm
Sundar Pichai's Google to invest Rs 1331866500000 in THIS Indian city, know why IT minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has urged Google to explore Andamans as 'strategic location'

Union Minister for Electronics and IT Ashwini Vaishnaw said Google's investment would play a crucial role in India's AI Mission.

14 Oct 2025 1:31 pm
LG Electronics India IPO makes blockbuster debut, second only to Reliance Power in subscription; lists at 50% premium over issue price

On the National Stock Exchange (NSE), LG Electronics India shares opened at Rs 1,710.10 per share, compared to the IPO price of Rs 1,140, marking a 50.01% premium.

14 Oct 2025 12:36 pm
Good news for employees: EPFO announces 100% PF withdrawal and other key benefits; Here's what you need to know

In a major move to enhance ease of living, the EPFO has approved 100% withdrawal of eligible PF balances, including both employee and employer shares. Key reforms include simplified partial withdrawal rules, no need for reasons under special circumstances, and reduced service requirements.

14 Oct 2025 12:04 pm
Tata Group turmoil: Ratan Tata's half brother Noel Tata loses boardroom battle, what may SP Group do now?

Ratan Tata's half brother Noel Tata suffers a setback as his proposal at Tata Trusts is defeated, leading to Vijay Singh's resignation and renewed SP Group pressure.

13 Oct 2025 7:03 pm
Mukesh Ambani's Jio Payments Bank wins contract for FASTag ANPR-based toll collection on Gurugram-Jaipur highway

The company began FASTag-based toll collection in July 2025 and is currently managing toll operations at 11 toll plazas on different highway stretches across the country as an acquirer bank.

13 Oct 2025 3:52 pm
Meet N Chandrasekaran, close aide of Ratan Tata, set to hold THIS position in Tata Sons for 3rd time, will now focus on...

According to sources, the proposal to extend Chandrasekaran's term was made by Noel Tata and Venu Srinivasan at a meeting on September 11. Read here to know more.

13 Oct 2025 10:01 am
Bank Holiday from October 13-19: Are banks closed this week? Check state-wise bank holiday list

Banks in India will be closed on multiple days from October 13 to 19, 2025, due to festivals like Bihu and others, along with RBI-mandated holidays. Regional closures and weekend offs contribute to 21 total bank holidays in October. Check inside for the complete list of holidays.

13 Oct 2025 7:21 am
Not Amazon, ED gives BIG offer to this e-commerce giant to settle FEMA violation case, says 'admit fault, pay...'

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has reportedly offered THIS e-commerce giant, an option of closing a FEMA (Foreign Exchange Management Act) violation case in certain conditions.

12 Oct 2025 6:03 pm
Jeff Bezos' ex-wife MacKenzie Scott makes MASSIVE donation of Rs 3726200100 to...; still has net worth of Rs...

MacKenzie Scott has a well-established reputation for directing her philanthropy toward first-generation and low-income students.

12 Oct 2025 5:53 pm
Ratan Tata's TCS earns Rs 45678 crore in just 5 days ahead of Diwali, emerges as biggest...

TCS recently reported a 1.4 per cent rise in its net profit to Rs 12,075 crore for the second quarter.

12 Oct 2025 3:37 pm
Bank Holiday on October 13: Are banks open or closed tomorrow? Check state-wise bank holiday list for October here

Banks will remain open on October 13, 2025, as there's no holiday. However, October is filled with various bank holidays due to festivals like Diwali and regional observances. Be sure to check local holiday schedules to plan your banking activities effectively and avoid unnecessary trips.

12 Oct 2025 2:29 pm
Meet man who worked in US for 11 years, quit his job, and built Rs 280 crore company in just 3 years, he is...

He pursued his higher education in engineering and later earned an MBA from Xavier School of Management in Jamshedpur. After completing his education, Rahul moved to the United States for work. Read here to know how Rahul Singh established a business worth Rs 280 crores.

12 Oct 2025 10:20 am
Planning to buy gold this Dhanteras? Check today's Gold and Silver prices in India

On October 12, 2025, gold prices in India range from Rs 121,650 for 24K gold and Rs 111,513 for 22K gold. Silver is priced at Rs 146,890 per kilogram. These prices are influenced by global market trends, currency fluctuations, and local demand.

12 Oct 2025 7:58 am
Meet man, India's second richest Gujarati after Gautam Adani, with staggering net worth of Rs 845100000000, owner of...

In the newly released list 'Hurun India Rich List 2025', Gujarat has emerged as a state which is home to 139 of India's wealthiest individuals. we all know that Gautam Adani will be placed number one, but do you know who is at number two? It is Pankaj Patel and family.

11 Oct 2025 9:31 pm
Reliance Power issues BIG statement after CFO's arrest: 'Wish to clarify that Anil Ambani...'

Reliance Power further said it would take appropriate steps in the case as legally advised. Pal was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Friday night in connection with a loan fraud case. Read on to know more on this.

11 Oct 2025 8:58 pm
Who is Sonali Sen Gupta? RBI's newly appointed Executive Director brings 30 years of experience, previously served as...

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has appointed Sonali Sen Gupta as its new Executive Director (ED), with effect from October 9, 2025.

11 Oct 2025 5:53 pm
Gautam Adani issues BIG statement on Hindenburg report: 'Rs 100000000000 market value of Adani Group erased due to false...'

Gautam Adani on Friday broke his silence on the loss of USD 100 billion, suffered by Adani Group due to Hindenburg research, which he called as a 'false' script propagated and weaponized against him.

11 Oct 2025 4:24 pm
Anil Ambani aide and Reliance Power top executive, Ashok Kumar Pal, arrested in money laundering probe

Reliance Group chairman Anil Ambani's aide, Ashok Kumar Pal, the senior Reliance Power Limited officer, has been arrested by the Enforcement Directorate in the alleged money laundering probe linked to the ADA group. He served as Executive Director and Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at Reliance Power Ltd.

11 Oct 2025 9:06 am
Google Employees ALERT: Sundar Pichai's company changes 'Work from Anywhere' policy, now one day will count as...

Google introduced the WFA policy during the Covid-19 pandemic, offering employees the flexibility to work for up to four weeks per year from locations beyond their primary office. However, the company has now tightened this policy

10 Oct 2025 11:26 am
Bank Holiday on Karva Chauth: Are banks closed on October 10? Know here

There are several bank holidays in October 2025, including Diwali and Dhanteras. But will banks remain closed on October 10 due to Karva Chauth?

9 Oct 2025 11:17 pm
Tata Group rift: Temporary truce reached amid Noel Tata's power tussle? Here's what we know

The development comes days top brass of the Tata Group met Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday.

9 Oct 2025 10:54 pm