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The $4.5 billion shift: how India is transforming from niche audio mkt into video-podcast powerhouse

Podcast revenues may soar from $969 million to $4.5 billion by 2030, while live events could double in value, indicating a vibrant creative economy, according to Deloitte.

18 Mar 2026 6:00 am
Reliance-Samsung deal boosts Indias green hydrogen push, but 2030 goal remains distant

The Reliance-Samsung deal strengthens India's hydrogen ambitions. But limited domestic offtake and slow project progress keep the 2030 production target a distant goal.

18 Mar 2026 6:00 am
Should you buy home loan insurance? How it works and where to buy

Home loan insurance is structurally similar to a term life insurance policy. In the unfortunate event of the borrowers death during the policy tenure, the sum assured is paid to the nominee or lender, and this amount can be used to repay the outstanding home loan.

18 Mar 2026 5:50 am
India not facing an energy shortage, says finance minister

India is well-positioned to withstand global shocks and is not facing an energy shortage despite the ongoing West Asia crisis, finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman told the Rajya Sabha. 

17 Mar 2026 10:29 pm
Joint home loan: How couples should split ownership, EMIs for maximum tax savings

For a couple taking a joint home loan, how should co-ownership and EMIs be structured to maximise tax benefits and boost approval chances? Indias housing market is shifting, with more couples making shared homebuying decisions - Livemint answer this reader query

17 Mar 2026 6:45 pm
SBI vs BoB vs PNB: Fixed deposit interest rates of top PSU banks compared check latest rates across tenures

Compare SBI, BOB, and PNB fixed deposit interest rates for 1-, 3-, 5-, and 10-year FDs to choose risk-free investments that offer steady returns for short- and long-term savings. 

17 Mar 2026 6:24 pm
Inside the remarkable journey of a tonne of carbon, from Indian fields to corporate ledgers

Indias farmland is becoming the new frontier of carbon removal. A few startups are working with farmers to turn crop residue, rice irrigation and soil chemistry into tradable credits. With global buyers signing deals, India could become a low-cost powerhouse for durable carbon removal.

17 Mar 2026 5:00 pm
How retail traders navigate full-time trading risks

Rising trading costs, larger contract sizes, and low odds of gains stack the odds against full-time traders.

17 Mar 2026 4:13 pm
'Diversification is protection against ignorance': 7 timeless investment tips from Warren Buffett's shareholder letters

Warren Buffett's investment lessons highlight patience, value investing, and long-term thinking, helping investors navigate market volatility, avoid panic, and build sustainable wealth through disciplined decision-making.

17 Mar 2026 3:52 pm
Makes no sense: Zerodhas Nithin Kamath says he doesnt use net banking apps, calls access to SMS, contacts invasive

Zerodha's Nithin Kamath has raised concerns over net banking apps demanding excessive permissions like SMS and contacts. He contrasted that with the privacy focused policy that his own company follows.

17 Mar 2026 3:50 pm
Time, not timing, is the real edge in investing

Consistency and patiencenot constant churndrive long-term wealth in equities. Yet resisting short-term noise remains the toughest discipline for most investors.

17 Mar 2026 2:03 pm
Thinking of stopping your SIP? Why market volatility says dont

Falling markets and negative returns are testing investor discipline, but the math of rupee cost averaging favours staying invested.

17 Mar 2026 1:22 pm
Mission Drone Shakti: India plans 1,800 crore scheme to supercharge local manufacturing, cut China imports

This major incentive scheme, named Mission Drone Shakti, aims to supercharge local manufacturing and R&D.

17 Mar 2026 12:53 pm
Bengaluru digital arrest scam: Elderly woman loses 38 lakh to cyber fraud 5 lessons to keep yourself protected

Digital arrest scam exposes how fraudsters use fear and fake authority to steal money, highlighting key warning signs and essential safety steps to protect finances from cybercrime threats.

17 Mar 2026 11:20 am
Govt scrapped IDBI Bank stake sale after bids fell short of price expectations

The divestment was likely being sought at a price of around 110 per share, which would value the lender at 1.2 trillion.

17 Mar 2026 8:00 am
Bank holiday today: Are banks open or closed on 17 March in Jammu and Kashmir? Check RBI calendar

Bank holiday today, 17 March: All public and private banks in Jammu and Kashmir will be closed today, including SBI, PNB, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, Kotak Mahindra Bank and more. Find out more.

17 Mar 2026 7:21 am
Future EMI cut becomes sales pitch for affordable home loans

Competition for small home loans has risen, pushing some of these financiers to adopt aggressive marketing strategies. Industry leaders said the aggressive push is not limited to affordable housing finance companies, while some acknowledged there could be instances of mis-selling.

17 Mar 2026 5:31 am
OMCs seek advance payments for supplying petrol, diesel amid West Asia crisis

While Hindustan Petroleum Corp. Ltd (HPCL) and Bharat Petroleum Corp. Ltd (BPCL) began insisting on advance payments from last week, Indian Oil Corp. Ltd (IOCL) halted its five-day revolving credit policy on Monday.

17 Mar 2026 5:30 am
Joint income tax return? This Rajya Sabha MP has a fix for couples paying higher taxes

Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha has proposed the provision of joint income tax returns for married couples to provide equitable relief for single-income households, similar to systems in developed countries.

16 Mar 2026 10:11 pm
SC issues notice to MeitY on PILs challenging DPDP Act

At least four PILs have argued that the DPDP Act violates fundamental constitutional rights by failing to adequately restrict the Centres powers to access and handle citizens personal data.

16 Mar 2026 9:34 pm
Returning from Dubai for safety: will it affect my tax residency?

Once you qualify as a Resident and Ordinarily Resident under ITA, your global income becomes taxable in India.

16 Mar 2026 7:15 pm
Advance tax: How to check and download challan, make corrections in case of errors step-by-step guide

The advance tax payment deadline was on 15 March. Taxpayers can check your payment status online, check and download your payment challan and make corrections. Here's where and how

16 Mar 2026 5:09 pm
From Buddha rice to zero-pesticide chana: How farmer-run companies are finding their edge

Tired of being at the mercy of traders, some small farmers are flipping the script. Through farmer producer organizations and niche produce, theyre evolving from price-takers into savvy board members. Discover the grit behind Indias agrarian business revolution.

16 Mar 2026 5:00 pm
REITs let investors tap rental yields from offices occupied by blue-chip firms

REITs offer investors an opportunity to earn rental yields from assets leased to some of the worlds most well-capitalised companies

16 Mar 2026 4:18 pm
Mint Explainer | Why the Supreme Court is re-examining a 48-year-old definition of industry that could affect millions

India's top court will revisit a landmark 1978 judgment that broadly defined 'industry', impacting which organizations fall under labour laws and workers' access to dispute mechanisms. A nine-judge bench begins hearing on 17 March.

16 Mar 2026 4:15 pm
Solving the liquidity trap of real estate investments with REITs

Unlike physical real estate investors who may have to depend on reliable tenants for rental income, REITs are required to distribute at least 90% of their net distributable cash flows to investors as dividends

16 Mar 2026 4:05 pm
Tax harvesting can save moneybut it can also derail your portfolio

As investors rush to optimize taxes before the financial year ends, experts warn that tax harvesting can trigger poor portfolio decisions and behavioural mistakes that undermine long-term returns.

16 Mar 2026 2:27 pm
A 38 lakh hospital billand the top-up claim that took months

Top-up policies are a cost-effective way to boost health insurance cover, but deductibles, paperwork and insurer coordination can complicate claims.

16 Mar 2026 1:06 pm
Authorship vs ownership: Why composer Ilaiyaarajas case underscores a key tension in Indian music

The Delhi High Court's interim order favours Saregama India, restricting Ilaiyaraaja's use of copyrighted works from 134 films. This case underscores the distinction between authorship and ownership in music rights, highlighting the complexities of legacy agreements.

16 Mar 2026 11:16 am
How the West Asia conflict adds to Indian airlines' turbulence

West Asia's conflict intensifies pressure on Indias largely loss-making airlines, as soaring fuel costs and disrupted Gulf routes threaten critical revenue.

16 Mar 2026 9:00 am
I bought an apartment in 2013 but registered it only in 2025. What is the year of acquisition?

If you had entered into an agreement with the builder in 2013 and the registration was undertaken only in August 2025, the date of acquisition would be the date of the agreement, i.e. 2013, and not the date of registration.

16 Mar 2026 6:01 am
Global LPs question Indian company valuations, consultants step in

Global investors are increasingly sceptical of Indian startup valuations, citing a disconnect between private-market valuations and public-market performance. This trust gap has fuelled demand for independent consulting firms to provide rigorous, tech-driven valuation audits.

16 Mar 2026 6:00 am
Mint Primer | Will Indians continue to invest in Dubai realty?

Indian investors dominate Dubais property market, accounting for over 20% of foreign purchases. But rising geopolitical tensions may slow investments as buyers adopt a wait-and-watch approach, even as global property destinations like the UK and Canada continue to attract wealthy Indians.

15 Mar 2026 6:26 pm
Mint Explainer | Why India plans to end double testing for plasma-derived medicines

Draft amendments to the Drugs Rules would remove duplicate viral tests on finished plasma-derived medicines once source plasma is verified as safe, aimed at accelerating production of critical therapies and aligning Indias standards with global pharmacopoeias.

15 Mar 2026 6:26 pm
India relaxes sourcing rules to speed up electric bus, truck production

This comes at a time when demand for electric trucks and buses has risen in 2025. In 2025, sales of electric buses rose 22% from a year earlier to 4,408 units. So far this year, more than 1,100 units have been sold. Sales of electric trucks grew 152% to 566 units in 2025.

15 Mar 2026 6:05 pm
Can I use MF sales proceeds to pay home loan and get Section 54F benefit?

Section 54F exemption is unavailable because the residential property was acquired more than one year before the sale of the MF units. While the exemption fails the timing criteria, taxpayers can still use Section 80C and Section 24 deductions for principal, interest repayments under old tax regime.

15 Mar 2026 5:23 pm
West Asia war may claim an unlikely casualty Indian films' run overseas

Rising US-Israel-Iran tensions could disrupt Indian films box-office in West Asia, a region that makes for about 25% of overseas earnings. Producers are in a wait-and-watch mode, as uncertainty threatens releases of upcoming Hindi, Telugu and Malayalam titles.

15 Mar 2026 4:19 pm
Mint Explainer | What Trais new spam regulations mean for telecos, apps and businesses

India's telecom regulator proposes changes to strengthen anti-spam measures, requiring telecom operators, apps like Truecaller, and phone manufacturers to share spam reports. What does it mean for companies and consumers

15 Mar 2026 3:01 pm
Advance tax deadline today: Can you pay the final instalment on 15 March via credit card?

The final advance tax payment deadline for FY 2025-26 is 15 March 2026. Payments can be made via the e-filing portal, including credit cards, which may incur fees. Details here. 

15 Mar 2026 11:31 am
Indias art market deepens as wealthy collectors look beyond modernist masters

Sothebys sales of South Asian art have topped $135 million in five years as rising wealth, diaspora buyers and younger collectors broaden demand beyond traditional modernist names.

15 Mar 2026 11:25 am
Export shipment delays cloud payment flows for Indias cross-border fintechs

While the immediate impact of the West Asia conflict is being felt largely by goods exporters, with shipments of electronics, food products and other items getting delayed, the disruption is also creating a backlog of payments that is likely to clear only after consignments reach buyers in the GCC.

15 Mar 2026 10:46 am
How global reporting may pull crypto bets out of the grey zone

Through a series of legislative changes in 2025 and 2026, India has operationalized a reporting framework aligned with the OECDs Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework, aiming to move crypto from an opaque asset class into a transparent financial instrument.

15 Mar 2026 10:19 am
Gold investment taxation explained: Jewellery, gold ETF vs sovereign gold bonds

The investments in gold products of this category are treated as capital asset under the income tax laws so any gains realised over its acquisition cost is taxed under the head capital gains.

15 Mar 2026 9:05 am
The Netherlands new tax experimentand why investors should worry

The Netherlands plans to tax unrealized investment gains from 2028. Indias experience with punitive wealth and income taxes in the 1970s shows why taxing paper wealth can distort markets and behaviour.

15 Mar 2026 7:00 am
Advance tax deadline today news LIVE: Final instalment to be paid on 15 March check details

Advance Tax Deadline News Today LIVE: The due date for paying the fourth and final instalment for the financial year 202526 is on Sunday, 15 March 2026. Check who needs to pay, how to pay online, among other details.

15 Mar 2026 6:54 am
Fake it till you make it? This CA disagrees, warns obsession with looking rich, fastest way to stay broke Here's why

CA Nithin Kaushik warns that the obsession with looking rich and faking wealth is the fastest way to stay broke. Feels real financial independence and power allows you freedom to say no. He explains

14 Mar 2026 8:00 pm
PSU mutual funds defy market slump in 2026 with strong three- and five-year returns

Mutual Funds, which deploy money exclusively in shares of PSUs, are among the only three equity fund categories that have given positive returns so far in 2026.

14 Mar 2026 7:53 pm
PPF withdrawal: Here's how you can access your public provident fund balance before the lock-in period ends

The Public Provident Fund is a low-risk savings scheme with a fixed interest rate of 7.1%, suitable for retirement planning and tax benefits. Here's how you can withdraw your funds before the lock-in period ends

14 Mar 2026 6:33 pm
How to merge multiple PF accounts after switching jobs: Step-by-step guide

Switching jobs often results in multiple EPF accounts under the same UAN. Employees must request EPFO to merge these accounts to ensure all retirement savings are consolidated. Here's how to do it online. 

14 Mar 2026 11:48 am
SEBI introduces Life Cycle Funds: How will they help in building your retirement portfolio

An individual can choose a life cycle fund that aligns with their financial goal date. The fund has a diversified portfolio, starts with a higher equity allocation, and follows a glide path towards maturity.

14 Mar 2026 11:01 am