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September 2026 was a challenging month for equity mutual funds, with all four major categories seeing declines. But a look beyond the monthly numbers reveals a different picture, with notable differences in how large-, mid-, small-, and flexi-cap categories have performed over longer periods.

A software glitch affecting Boeing Co. 737 Max aircraft was determined not to pose a safety risk by a Federal Aviation Administration panel, a positive outcome for the US planemaker seeking regulatory approval for the largest variant of the popular narrowbody family.

EVs rely on expensive components such as high-voltage battery packs, electric motors and sophisticated electronic systems. Repairs involving these components may require trained technicians, specialised tools and dedicated facilities, potentially increasing the cost of a claim

The clarification comes shortly after bank unions deferred a three-day nationwide strike that was scheduled to take place from September 28 to 30

A new RBI rule from 1 October changes how service exporters receiving overseas payments must report their earnings. Freelancers, creators and other professionals may need to take an additional compliance step through their bank. Heres what you need to know.

Fuel inflation can affect household budgets differently, depending on the fuel used for cooking and commuting. The latest Finance Ministry report shows how inflation in LPG, PNG, petrol, diesel, and CNG has changed over the last few months. Heres what the numbers mean for your expenses.

A chapter outlines step-by-step procedures to compute total tax liabilities using the new tax regime, deliberately omitting references to the old tax regime.

A Delhi consumer court directed Swiggy and a restaurant to pay 1 lakh as compensation over unfair trade practices. The order was passed by a three-member bench as per LiveLaw.

Gold, silver, equity and debt ETFs do not face the same tax treatment when you sell. The holding period, type of ETF and size of gains can affect how much tax you pay. Heres a look at the key rules and how the tax maths works for each category.

Pawan Kumar Chandana, Skyroot Aerospace co-founder and CEO, has been named in TIME100 Next 2026. Know his ISRO career, education and Vikram-1 journey.

International mutual funds are again seeing investment restrictions change within days. While lump-sum investment options remain limited, some funds continue to accept SIPs, subject to specific conditions. Heres what has changed and why these funds keep opening and closing.

The case highlights the importance of establishing ownership and the source of cash or foreign currency found during an income tax search through credible, corroborated evidence.

The launch marks the companys latest move to bring electric mobility technology to heavy-duty industrial applications traditionally dominated by diesel-powered equipment.

Nifty 50 Equal Weight Index Funds give investors balanced exposure across large-cap stocks. But with all funds in the red over the past year, should you invest or not? A simple indicator may help investors assess which strategy could suit the current phase.

Anthropic has warned that government attitudes towards the company and its AI technology could hurt its business, including relationships with customers and partners, as it prepares for a potential IPO that could value it at $2 trillion.

Global Health, the parent corporate entity that owns and operates the Medanta hospitals, has now acquired a new land in Ghaziabad as a part of their expansion in Delhi-NCR region. Here's what you need to know.

Bank of Baroda enters the pension fund business as PFRDA targets up to 4 crore new NPS subscribers in the next two to three years.

The biggest mutual funds by AUM do not necessarily deliver similar performance against their benchmarks. A comparison of their 1-, 3-, and 5-year CAGR shows how different schemes have fared across these periods. Heres what the numbers reveal for investors.

The Income-tax Appellate Tribunal rejects the tax department's attempt to withhold statutory interest.

The announcement comes less than two weeks after Paramount settled an antitrust lawsuit with a group of state attorneys general that sought to block the $110 billion merger.

The state-run bank is estimated to have bought bonds worth nearly 50 billion rupees, or about 40% of the offering, they said. The bonds were rated AAA by rating agencies Crisil and CareEdge, and carried an annual coupon of 7.90%.

Malli is a career central banker with around three decades of experience, including more than two and a half decades in the supervision of banks, non-banking financial companies and co-operative banks.

Wipro has taken a different approach to bench management in Indias IT industry, giving junior and mid-level employees up to six months to find a new billable assignment.

The Retirement Income Scheme allows NPS subscribers to receive regular payouts from the designated portion of their corpus. Check how the payouts will work, what happens to the mandatory annuity portion, and how the corpus will be invested. 

ICICI Life Insurance Company on Friday ( 2 October) appointed Sidharatha Mishra as managing director and CEO effective October 14, according to exchange filing.

ESOPs do not attract tax liabilities immediately after being granted to an employee as part of their compensation package. Here's when you should report them in your ITR.

Starting October 1, new financial rules affect payments, savings, and budgeting. UPI MDR charges commence on October 15 for certain transactions. SBI alters BSBD account fees and KYC becomes mandatory for LPG consumers. 

EaseMyTrip founder and chairman Nishant Pitti said 'the past few days have hurt deeply' after the Patiala House Court in Delhi granted an interim injunction directing removal of publications he described as offending.

MSEs accounted for 53% of central government procurement in H1 FY27, well above the 25% mandate, with industry expecting procurement to pick up in the second half.

BSNL says tighter compliance requirements and higher financial disincentives could add to pressures it faces, making it harder to meet its public-service obligations and expand its network.

India's retail real estate market saw strong demand in Q3 2026, led by Delhi NCR, Hyderabad, and Mumbai, which accounted for 61% of gross leasing volume. Fashion and Food & Beverage dominated leasing activities, while future Grade A mall supply is expected to enhance retail space availability.

Anup Saha has been appointed CEO of Kotak Mahindra Bank for a three-year term starting January 1. He succeeds Ashok Vaswani, stepping down for personal reasons. Saha has over 30 years of experience, including a significant tenure at ICICI Bank, highlighting its role in producing banking leaders.

With 997 crore in cash and no debt, Jyothy Labs could use acquisitions to rebuild its portfolio after Henkel ended its Pril and Fa licensing deal. Instead, it is betting on new products and existing brands.

The Telangana Cabinet has approved the release of two pending DA instalments for employees and pensioners, adding 2,500 crore annually to the state's financial burden. Details here.

The 23,731 crore scheme is aimed at boosting compressed biogas production almost 10-fold by FY36, enhancing national energy security and supporting rural livelihoods.

Anup Bagchis appointment as HDFC Bank CEO adds to a recent string of external candidates chosen to lead private banks, as RBI weighs continuity, independence and fresh perspectives.

Anup Bagchis appointment as HDFC Bank CEO adds to a recent string of external candidates chosen to lead private banks, as RBI weighs continuity, independence and fresh perspectives.

Eligible salaried workers outside the formal provident fund system can be enrolled now through EPFO's special one-time window. But does it mean they will lose interest on past contributions?

Delta Chief Executive Officer Ed Bastian is in SpaceX CEO Elon Musks sights for choosing Amazon.com Inc.s Leo, the new service intended to be a Starlink alternative.

In Mint Money Guru, S Naren discusses oil, US rates, AI risks and small-cap valuations, and explains why contrarian investing can extend beyond value stocks as he launches a contra fund.

E-commerce sales on Amazon and Flipkart offer discounts for cardholders, starting October 8 and 9. Here's the list of credit and debit cards that are offering cashbacks and instant discounts.

Boeing's white-collar workers ratified a new contract, avoiding a labor disruption and aiding the certification of delayed aircraft. The Society of Professional Engineering Employees in Aerospace reported a 67.6% approval from engineers and 53.5% from technicians, boosting Boeing shares by 3.4%.

Gurugram-based coffee startup, SORRY SUGAR, offers monk fruit-sweetened premixes and beverages. Currently, it has three offline stores across Delhi and Gurgaon with online presence.

PFRDA Chairperson S Ramann announced that NPS expects to gain 2-3 crore new subscribers in two years, driven by the new NPS Tatkal facility. Here's how it works, minimum investment required and other details. 

Kotak Mahindra Bank has picked insider Anup Saha as its next chief executive officer, signalling continuity but with a sharper focus on growth, retail lending and faster execution. 

Anthropic PBC, the AI company behind Claude, may start marketing its IPO the week of 9 November, aiming for a public debut by year-end. Investors estimate its valuation could reach between $1.8 trillion and $2 trillion, despite the company being unprofitable.

The order gives JSW a sizeable foothold in a market dominated by established bus makers and newer players such as Eka Mobility and PMI Electro Mobility.

Federal report says pilots weren't warned about wind before Amazon cargo plane crashed in Miami

Gold and silver ETFs reversed their strong August performance in September 2026 as domestic prices declined. How did the two commodity ETFs fare during the month, and which schemes saw relatively smaller declines? Heres what the data shows.

Dana Walden, the president and chief creative officer of Walt Disney Co., said she would offer a lot of money, to Joe Brumm, the creator of the companys popular Bluey TV series, if the opportunity ever arose to buy the intellectual property.