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Quick commerce has grown from being an extension of grocery delivery into a much larger business for several consumer companies. Do platforms really need a separate app for their offerings?

8th Pay Commission: A proposed merger of DA with basic pay could boost central government employees salaries. Heres how a hypothetical fitment factor of 2.1, 7% annual increments and DA revisions may impact Level 6 pay by 2033.

Saurabh Mukherjea, author, founder and Chief Investment Officer, Marcellus Investment Managers, in an interview with Mint Extraclass, says frequent buying and selling of stocks may reduce gains. He advocates for long-term investment strategies, saying fewer trades lead to better performance. 

With data centres operating continuously, generator sets have become imperative to keep their IT infrastructure, cooling systems and lighting running in the event of an outage.

ITAT Delhi has ruled taxpayers can claim the full 25,000 Section 87A rebate against STCG tax under Section 111A for AY 2025-26, as the Finance Act 2025 restriction on special-rate income applies only from AY 2026-27 onwards.

Taxpayers missing the June 15 advance tax deadline can still pay owed amounts with interest. Missing deadlines may incur interest under Sections 234B and 234C of the Income-tax Act. Details here.

The funds will help deepen Marengo's presence in existing markets, expand into adjacent geographies and invest further in medical technology, centres of excellence, and patient experience.

Popo Global runs the gourmet food brands, The Pizza Bakery, Paris Panini, and Smash Guys, and is looking to expand beyond Bengaluru

Decathlon Indias wholesale business has grown 20-fold in five years and now contributes 10% of India revenue, with schools, smaller cities and sports communities offering further headroom.

Gold and silver prices today, 11 September: Check the latest 24K, 22K gold and 999 silver retail rates across Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and other major Indian cities, along with MCX market updates.

Retirement planning involves ensuring a sustainable income post-retirement, not just building a sizable fund. Here's how an annuity plan work and whether you should invest in one.

For Indian bond investors, it is more appropriate to be in short-to-medium duration at this point. Bonds are an attractive investment today.

Central government employees have five key updates to track in September 2026, covering LTC air travel, study leave rules, scholarships, iGOT Karmayogi RTI courses and the Delhi office holiday. 

While only 11 regional rural banks have a fraud risk management system, none rates itself as largely or fully compliant with data-protection readiness.

The ITAT Bangalore ruled that rental income from a commercial property under a joint development agreement cannot be taxed again in the hands of individual landowners, as it was already disclosed and assessed in the partnership firm. Details of the case here.

Ceat aims to target customers who purchase tyres across categories and cross-sell its and Camso's products, enabling the brands to generate more revenue from the same customer.

Unfazed by its late entry, HUL is expanding Horlicks beyond its traditional childrens base into adult lifestyle nutrition, leveraging brand trust and mass pricing to tap Indias underpenetrated protein market, Rajneet Kohli, executive director of HULs foods division, told Mint.

Minutes said it is present in over 150 cities, with its customers in Tier-2 cities and beyond growing nearly 25-fold from a year earlier. About 60% of customers return to shop on the platform. The expansion has made Minutes a strong new challenger in a market long dominated by Blinkit, and Zepto.

Bhatt's resignation from Coforge, linked to undisclosed findings in its board evaluation report, has put the spotlight on India's board practices. The Sebi-mandated exercise is often a formality rather than a rigorous assessment. Some advisory firms now push for deeper, more customized reviews.

AMFIs August 2026 data shows balanced hybrid funds attracting 1,836 crore, higher than aggressive hybrid funds 1,323 crore. But aggressive hybrid funds delivered better returns over the last 1 year. So, what explains the higher inflows into balanced hybrid funds?

National Stock Exchange of India Ltd., the worlds largest derivatives exchange by volume, has downsized its initial public offering, a sign of rising concern over the willingness of investors to buy into the deal at the valuation the firm had been seeking.

Unused credit card points could help reduce the cost of flights and hotel stays. But the value you get redeem them, the conversion rate, award availability, and the taxes or fees attached to the booking. 

Debt can facilitate education, home ownership, or business growth, but not all borrowing is safe. Good debt may improve earning potential while bad debt incurs high costs without lasting benefits. 

Auto and transportation funds delivered sharply different 1-year returns, with the top-performing scheme gaining over 26%, while some returned less than 5%. Heres how the funds in the category performed and which schemes led or lagged.

SEBIs Demat 2.0 pilot will test tokenised corporate bonds using DLT, with the same investor rights as conventional bonds. Heres how issuance, settlement and CBDC payments will work, why the pilot matters, and when retail investors could participate.

Kothari, who has spent nearly 30 years at the lender, will leave on 30 September.

Large-cap funds remained under pressure in August, while mid- and small-cap categories attracted more money. A look at broader market indices and category returns over one, three and five years offers clues on where each segment stands.

RBI governor Sanjay Malhotra said that trust, inclusion, and responsible use of data is the foundation for global adoption.

The Tap & Pay feature allows users to make UPI payments at point-of-sale terminals by unlocking their phones and tapping them on compatible devices, without opening a UPI app.

An airline already flying to Dubai from CSMIA can now launch Navi Mumbai-Dubai flights and still qualify for the fee waiver. Under the earlier rule, it would not have qualified.

Retirement plans may underestimate how long savings need to last. A new report highlights the 13-year gap in life expectancy at birth, with 12.6% of 60-year-olds reaching 90. Heres why longevity and early market returns matter.

Adyen plans to expand its local product, commercial and operations teams as it targets Indian businesses going global and multinational companies entering India.

These 5 money habits will keep your financial future safe and help you in difficult situations. While nothing makes life risk-free, these practices are likely to make things easier for you.

HDFC Bank said the Bahrain court found that the investors had failed to provide sufficient admissible evidence to substantiate the allegations or establish that they suffered losses because of the bank.

A stolen credit card can quickly turn into a financial nightmare. Whether the bank refunds fraudulent spending or the customer bears the loss depends on how the fraud occurred and crucially how quickly it was reported.

Indian household asset allocation has changed significantly over the last three years, but not necessarily in favour of equities. Golds share jumped from 15.4% in March 2023 to 24.2% in March 2026, while equities barely moved from 5.6% to 5.7%. 

Darjeeling tea has experienced significant climatic shifts over the past few decades, contributing to its categorization under the very high climate severity zone.

JSW Group and Volkswagen Group are reportedly negotiating a potential partnership in India focused on reducing costs and export access. JSW aims to cut production expenses by 50%, while Volkswagen assesses its decision-making authority in the joint venture.

Mint Money, the fintech app from HT Group, unveiled with bill payments and digital loan services at Global Fintech Fest 2026. 

Failing to meet basic regulatory compliance is a primary reason claims fall through. Additionally, widespread misconceptions about policy features frequently lead to avoidable disputes between policyholders and insurers.

Debt mutual funds swung from a 1.87 lakh crore net inflow in July to a 8,127 crore outflow in August. Experts say the reversal reflects seasonal corporate and institutional cash movements, while investors continued to favour liquid, money market and ultra-short duration funds.

UIDAI has launched an Aadhaar Face Authentication SDK that allows banks, fintechs, insurers, and brokers to integrate face authentication directly into their apps. Users can complete Aadhaar verification without switching to the separate FaceRD app, making digital onboarding simpler.

AMFI data shows equity mutual fund inflows rose 18.7% in August, with mid-cap and small-cap funds continuing to attract strong investor interest. Large-cap funds saw a second straight month of outflows, while Gold ETFs recorded a sharp rise in inflows and multi-asset funds remained popular.

Life insurers are seeking greater flexibility in expense caps, arguing that product-specific limits can constrain  growing insurers as they invest in distribution, technology and expansion.

Motor insurance claims often fail due to overlooked details such as expired licences, misreporting, or missing add-ons. 

Planning to buy a 1 crore home? Experts explain how much down payment buyers should make, how it affects home loan EMIs and interest costs, and why maintaining emergency savings and liquidity is equally important.

Axis Bank chief executive Amitabh Chaudhry warned that a surge in banking-system liquidity   could lead to abnormal lending. But Setty expects the excess liquidity to be absorbed over the next three to four months

Bringing its Money Decisions, Made Right promise to everyday money management, Mint Money brings together trusted financial content, financial tools and payments in one destination.

Paid plans from platforms like BankBazaar, GoodScore, and OneScore aim to bridge this advice gap by explaining the reasons behind a score change and suggesting actionable remedies.

The advertising campaign allegedly linked Hindustan Unilever's Vim and Surf Excel to skin irritation and allergies.