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FD interest rates rise in November 2026: Why banks are hiking rates and should you invest in fixed deposits now?

Banks are raising fixed deposit interest rates as strong loan demand, slower deposit growth and tighter liquidity increase funding pressure. Here's why lenders are offering higher FD rates, which banks have revised rates and whether depositors should lock in now.

13 Nov 2026 9:39 pm
Named after Shah Rukh Khan, designed by Gauri Khan, Danube's Dubai penthouses at 50 crore sold out on launch day

Shahrukhz Residences was launched by Danube Properties following Shahrukhz by Danube, the popular Dubai commercial tower named after Shah Rukh Khan. The launch event was Rizwan Sajan, Khan and Gauri Khan.

13 Nov 2026 9:38 pm
Bengaluru-Goa Vande Bharat to begin regular services on November 15: Check timetable, fares, route and stoppages

The fare for the YesvantpurMadgaon Vande Bharat Express varies depending on the travel class.

13 Nov 2026 8:41 pm
Ethanol boom gives animal feed makers a cheaper alternative to soybean meal

Rising supplies of DDGS, a by-product of grain-based ethanol production, are helping poultry, dairy and aquaculture feed manufacturers cut costs, with potential implications for domestic soybean meal demand.

13 Nov 2026 8:26 pm
Buying property in your wifes or parents name? Know income tax rules, benami property risks and penalties in India

Buying property in your spouses, parents or childs name using your money can attract income tax scrutiny and benami law action. Know the tax rules, legal exceptions, penalties and documents you need to avoid notices and property disputes.

13 Nov 2026 8:17 pm
HDFC MF launches first SIF fund with hybrid long-short strategy; check NFO dates, investment rules and risks

HDFC Mutual Fund has entered the SIF segment with its first hybrid long-short fund, combining debt, arbitrage and derivatives. The NFO is open until November 27, with a 10 lakh minimum investment. The strategy allows short positions of up to 25% of net assets.

13 Nov 2026 7:23 pm
Ancestral property: Can children from a second marriage inherit land from their mothers first marriage? SC explains

The Supreme Court upheld the inheritance rights of a woman's two sons from her second marriage over 45 bighas of Delhi land, ruling that her limited interest had become absolute ownership under Section 14(1) of the Hindu Succession Act, 1956.

13 Nov 2026 6:15 pm
Government employees: Centre sets 20 lakh limit for electric cars, makes EVs default choice for official vehicles

The Centre has made electric vehicles the default choice for official cars used by central government departments, setting a 20 lakh purchase limit for EVs against 10 lakh for petrol, diesel and hybrid vehicles. Conventional car purchases will require special approval.

13 Nov 2026 5:10 pm
What does Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang spy affair teach investors about risks in global markets? 5 key factors to watch

Nvidia's share-price slump following the Jensen Huang controversy highlights the risks of investing in global markets. Experts explain five factors Indian investors should watch, from leadership stability and governance to valuations, geographical concentration and geopolitical risks.

13 Nov 2026 4:22 pm
How to improve credit score: Clearing card dues vs reducing outstanding loans Comparison by personal finance expert

Both credit card balances and loans matter when building creditworthiness. Paying cards in full and maintaining low utilisation can help relatively quickly, while steadily reducing loans and making every EMI on time strengthen the profile over time. 

13 Nov 2026 4:09 pm
Price hike for US Postal Service? Could add 11% surcharge for domestic priority mail, package deliveries in January

USPS plans to seek approval for an 11% fuel surcharge on domestic Priority Mail and package deliveries in January, citing rising transportation costs. Here's all you need to know 

13 Nov 2026 3:15 pm
Loan fraud alert: 5 crucial financial safety lessons students must learn after two accused are arrested in Salem

A loan fraud case in Salem involving college students highlights the risks of identity theft and unauthorised loans. Here are 5 essential safety lessons to protect Aadhaar details, bank accounts and personal finances.

13 Nov 2026 3:05 pm
Parag Parikh Flexi Cap Fund cuts cash holding from 25% peak to 8.78% in Oct: Is it more attractive now? Experts weigh in

Parag Parikh Flexi Cap Fund has cut its cash holding from a peak of 25% to 8.78% in October. Does this make it more attractive? Experts decode the portfolio shift, recent performance and whether investors should stay invested or consider fresh investments.

13 Nov 2026 3:00 pm
Which large-, mid- and small-cap stocks attracted mutual fund interest in October 2026? Check top 5 buys and sells

Mutual funds reshuffled their large-cap portfolios in October 2026, increasing exposure to Max Healthcare, ITC and BSE while trimming holdings in HCL Technologies, Bajaj Auto and Coal India. Here are the top five stocks bought and sold across market-cap segments. 

13 Nov 2026 2:17 pm
HSBC Hurun Global Indians List 2026: Check top 5 on the rich list Details, complete list

Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai has topped the HSBC Hurun Global Indians List 2026, as companies led by global Indians reach $15 trillion in value this year, up 53% since the inaugural 2024 list. Here's a look at the top five names on the list.

13 Nov 2026 2:14 pm
Leh road trip turns into nightmare for Royal Enfield owner after bike loses power: How he won 1 lakh in consumer court?

A Royal Enfield owner alleged that his motorcycle repeatedly lost power during a Leh trip despite a pre-journey ECU update assurance. The South Delhi Consumer Commission has directed Eicher Motors and its authorised dealer to pay him 1 lakh. 

13 Nov 2026 12:23 pm
Bank of Baroda hikes 555-day FD rates: How much will 1 lakh, 2 lakh and 5 lakh earn?

Bank of Baroda has raised its 555-day FD rates by 10 bps from 12 November 2026. General customers get up to 6.90%, and super seniors get up to 7.50%.

13 Nov 2026 11:49 am
Childrens Day special: practical money lessons and habits to teach your kids

From supermarket budgets and festive savings to board games and money diaries, simple everyday activities can help children learn financial discipline and build habits that last.

13 Nov 2026 10:30 am
Anthropic IPO: If you get shares, how will your investment be taxed in India and US? Check TCS, capital gains tax rules

Indian investors who buy Anthropic IPO shares or purchase them after the listing must consider 20% TCS on eligible LRS remittances exceeding 10 lakh, Indian capital gains tax, US dividend withholding tax and foreign asset disclosure requirements.

13 Nov 2026 10:27 am
SGB 2018-19 Series III final redemption today: Investors to earn up to 348% return; check RBI fixed price, interest rate

Sovereign Gold Bonds: SGB 2018-19 Series III completes its eight-year tenure on Friday, 13 November. Investors stand to earn up to 348% in capital gains, excluding interest income. Check how the RBI-fixed redemption price translates into investment gains and how much interest you can earn. 

13 Nov 2026 7:57 am
Burdened with debt of 7 lakh? How to plan repayments over six months without exhausting your savings - Expert explains

Planning to repay 7 lakh debt in six months? An expert shares five practical steps to clear the loan by prioritizing high-interest loans, exploring cheaper borrowing options and more.

13 Nov 2026 7:41 am
Bank holiday today: Are SBI, HDFC, ICICI branches closed on Friday, 13 November for Wangala Festival? Check RBI calendar

Bank holiday today: SBI, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, Canara Bank and Punjab National Bank branches will be closed on 16 days this month, including regional holidays and weekend offs, as per the RBI calendar. 

13 Nov 2026 7:20 am
Jewellers strong Q2 growth masks a continued drop in gold volumes

High prices lifted revenues even as buyers bought less gold by weight, pushing jewellers toward old-gold exchange, lighter pieces and lower-karat options.

13 Nov 2026 6:00 am
Who would be next CEO at Nvidia? Top engineer and CFO favored as candidates

NVIDIA-CEO-REPLACEMENTS:Who would be next CEO at Nvidia? Top engineer and CFO favored as candidates

13 Nov 2026 12:07 am
How Indias lithium-ion battery black mass export ban aims to reduce dependence on China for critical minerals

India has banned lithium-ion battery black mass exports to retain critical minerals such as lithium, cobalt and nickel for domestic recycling. The move aims to strengthen local processing capacity, reduce import dependence on China, and support battery manufacturing.

12 Nov 2026 11:55 pm
Gurugram land release case: What is the CBI probe against real estate builders, and who are the accused?

The agency has accused the companies and their officials of criminal conspiracy and cheating, alleging that land acquired for a public purpose was released to private colonisers in an allegedly malafide manner to extend undue benefits.

12 Nov 2026 10:28 pm
Jensen Huang resigns: From extramarital affairs to China links, how the Nvidia controversy unfolded | Timeline

The company's official statement doesn't mention the reason for Jensen's resignation. However, under Nvidia's bylaws, Huang can be removed 'with or without cause' by a majority vote of the directors, Reuters reported earlier.

12 Nov 2026 9:46 pm
Kaju Katli, Diet Coke, Gold Coins: What India ordered during last minute Diwali 2026 preparation from Swiggy InstaMart

This Diwali, Indians turned to the quick commerce platform for last-minute festive preparations. Their purchases included gold, silver and sweets while also ordering party supplies and gifting items.

12 Nov 2026 9:40 pm
Nvidia turns to CFO Colette Kress to steady ship after Jensen Huang exit

In naming Colette Kress as interim CEO, Nvidia is making a classic move for a company in crisis.

12 Nov 2026 9:28 pm
Jensen Huang resigns: Meet the Nvidia board members who decided his fate after affair reports

The Nvidia Corp. board of directors who met to decide Chief Executive Officer Jensen Huangs fate ahead of his ouster on Thursday have a range of backgrounds, from running Taco Bells international operations to academic research involving a jellyfish.

12 Nov 2026 9:27 pm
Who is Harvey C Jones? NVIDIA appoints first-ever board chair as Jensen Huang resigns from board, CEO post

NVIDIA appointed longtime board member Harvey C Jones as its first board chair, while announcing that CEO Jensen Huang would step down and CFO Colette Kress would serve as interim CEO. The company said it would seek a permanent CEO from internal and external candidates.

12 Nov 2026 8:10 pm
ReNew, CleanMax announce investments totalling 1.3 trillion into data centres, green energy space in Andhra Pradesh

ReNew commits 80,000 crore for a green data centre and solar component plants, while CleanMax plans 50,000 crore in clean energy to power an AI compute hub.

12 Nov 2026 8:02 pm
Vodafone Ideas Q2 performance misses expectations

 Vodafone Ideas net loss widened to 5,975 crore in Q2 from 5,562 crore a year ago, missing Bloomberg's estimate of 5,263 crore, even as it arranged over 4,000 crore in incremental bank funding during the quarter.

12 Nov 2026 7:51 pm
Who is Colette Kress? From Microsoft and Cisco to Nvidia's interim CEO after Huang's resignation her career, education

Kress will continue to serve as Nvidia's executive vice president and CFO alongside her interim CEO responsibilities until a permanent replacement is appointed.

12 Nov 2026 7:47 pm
Jensen Huang, face of the AI boom, ousted as Nvidia CEO after affairs

Nvidia CFO Colette Kress will take over as interim CEO. Harvey Jones, who previously led Synopsys, has been named chairman.

12 Nov 2026 7:30 pm
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang resigns, tech giant appoints Colette Kress as Interim CEO

Nvidia co-founder Jensen Huang has stepped down as CEO, president and board member amid reports of alleged extramarital affairs, including one with a businesswoman suspected by US authorities of ties to Chinese intelligence. Details here.

12 Nov 2026 7:25 pm
AI capex projected at 3.6% of US GDP: Why the AI boom is bigger than the dotcom bubble, explains SBI MF

AI investment is driving growth but also increasing borrowing and long-term bond yields. With spending expected to reach unprecedented levels, investors question whether future revenues will justify the costs. Details here.

12 Nov 2026 7:21 pm
Ola Electric struggles to stem declining revenue, worsening unit economics

Ola Electric's revenue falls 39% year-on-year to 421 crore in the September quarter, while adjusted Ebitda margins worsened to -58.5%, despite a narrowing of losses to 362 crore.

12 Nov 2026 7:05 pm
Could Jensen Huang exit Nvidia? Board reportedly works with outside firm to identify potential replacements

Nvidia board is also reportedly considering the possibility of appointing an interim chief executive while searching for a permanent replacement.

12 Nov 2026 7:02 pm
Do Nvidia bylaws allow its board to remove Jensen Huang amid China spy controversy? Here's what we know

Nvidia's bylaws allow its board to remove CEO Jensen Huang at any time, with or without cause, through a majority vote of directors. However, removing him as CEO would not automatically cost him his board seat, which requires a separate shareholder vote under different rules.

12 Nov 2026 6:59 pm
Zee Entertainment announces 600 crore buyback at 24% premium

The buyback comes as Zee seeks to restore investor confidence amid concerns over advertising growth, profitability and rising content investments.

12 Nov 2026 6:21 pm
Adani's Kutch Copper signs MoU with Chile's Codelco for copper exploration: What does the deal involve?

Adani Groups Kutch Copper and Chiles Codelco have agreed to assess Kaburkaala copper project in northern Chile. The pact could link Chilean deposits with Mundra smelter, supporting long-term copper supplies for India, prioritising sustainable exploration, safety and environmental compliance.

12 Nov 2026 6:01 pm
Bodhi Tree Systems invests $180 mn for majority stake in Chennais Adyar Ananda Bhavan

Investment platform Bodhi Tree Systems has bought a majority stake in Chennai-based Adyar Ananda Bhavan for $180 million. A2B operates 160 outlets in India and more than 30 overseas.

12 Nov 2026 5:46 pm
Pollution-linked health insurance claims rise 4.3 times in 3 years; Over half of claims came from working professionals

Pollution-linked health insurance claims among Policybazaar customers quadrupled in three years, with cardiovascular and respiratory conditions making up 78% of claims. Details here.

12 Nov 2026 5:29 pm
Foxconn forecasts double-digit 2027 revenue growth; Chairman Young Liu says AI will be most important growth driver

Hon Hai, also know as Foxconn, expects double-digit revenue growth in 2027, citing strong demand for AI servers and networking equipment. Chairman Young Liu called AI the companys biggest growth engine. 

12 Nov 2026 5:08 pm
Indo-German JV Benecore bets 200 crore on making diaper, sanitary napkin material in India

The German-Indian joint venture expects 300 crore revenue from its new Bhopal plant and plans to double capacity by 2029 as it looks to replace imports, particularly from China.

12 Nov 2026 4:56 pm
Tata Steel targets 10 million tonnes of domestic iron ore sales this year as captive curbs ease

The steelmaker is monetizing surplus mining capacity while testing imported ore blends ahead of 2030 mine expirations and targeting up to 10,000 crore in annual India cost savings.

12 Nov 2026 4:47 pm
Norwest's $4 billion fund to back India's manufacturing, healthcare, AI

Norwest Venture Partners plans to invest $250300 million annually in India, targeting manufacturing, healthcare, pharma, financial services, consumer businesses, AI and deeptech 

12 Nov 2026 4:45 pm
Bank holiday tomorrow: Branches closed in this state on Friday, Nov 13 know reason and other details

Banks in Shillong will close on November 13 for Wangala, the Garo communitys post-harvest festival. Details here.

12 Nov 2026 4:06 pm
ITC Gold Flake Premium cigarettes get costlier: New prices to burn a hole in your pocket as pack of 10 rises to 135

ITC has raised the price of a 10-cigarette pack of Gold Flake Premium by 10 to 135, its second increase in 2026. The hike comes as higher taxes, falling legal-market volumes and illicit competition pressure the companys cigarette business.

12 Nov 2026 4:04 pm