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Titan sees weak demand for sub- 1,000 watches as premium products gain traction, with festive demand also showing strong growth.
Steven Bartletts The Diary of a CEO examines key habits that influence personal and professional growth. It emphasises the importance of knowledge, skills, and gradual improvements.
Active mutual funds are expected to take different bets from their benchmarks. But mid-cap fund portfolios show a wide variation in benchmark overlap. Here's what this difference means for investors and whether taking more active bets translates into better returns.
Mehli Mistry of the Tata Education and Development Trust has opposed using trust funds for legal expenses in the dispute between Tata Trusts and Tata Sons over N Chandrasekaran's reappointment as Chairman.
Tata Trusts says Tata Sons had previously defended these same voting rights in the Cyrus Mistry case and won in the Supreme Court.
The EPFO wage ceiling has risen from 15,000 to 25,000, bringing over 51 lakh employees into coverage. Know how the change could affect EPF deductions, employer contributions, pension, and EDLI insurance.
Tata Sons chairman vote: Chandrasekaran reappointment void ab initio; Tata Trusts says resolution 'not validly passed'
The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) is investigating Apples software warranty terms following complaints linked to the iOS 18 update, which allege violations of consumer rights.
United Forum of Bank Unions (UFBU) proposed three-day strike from September 28 to 30, 2026. SBI issued an advisory on banking services, UPI, ATM and more.
Micron Technology faces labor unrest as employees reject a proposed bonus of 68 months' salary, threatening strikes. Workers demand a one-time bonus equivalent to 83 months' salary and quarterly bonus distributions amidst rising profits driven by AI technology demand.
Senior citizens can earn up to 7.45% yearly interest. Earnings vary by bank and deposit period. Check the details.
Ahmedabad advocate Utkarsh Dave has sent a legal notice to PVR INOX for refusing to accept cash for movie tickets and food, questioning their cashless-only policy. Check rules here.
Three multi-asset allocation funds delivered over 14% in one year, led by 360 ONE at 19.91%, while Quant and Kotak followed. But the category's largest funds by AUM saw varied returns, with ICICI Prudential at 3.54% despite managing 87,833 crore.
Adar Poonawalla's Serum Institute of India has invested 250 crore in Yotta Data Services.
As legal tensions rise between Tata Sons and its majority shareholder, top lawyer Abhishek Singhvi has been appointed as the legal representative of Tata Trusts. Here's what he said about the ongoing dispute.
Health insurance add-ons can cover expenses such as consumables, OPD treatment and hospitalisation-related costs, but each rider can increase your premium. Experts explain which add-ons may be useful and what policyholders should check before buying them.
Invesco Mutual Fund will resume fresh subscriptions in three overseas Fund of Funds from September 28, 2026, allowing lumpsum investments, switch-ins and new SIP, STP and IDCW Transfer Plan registrations. Investors face a 10 lakh daily limit per PAN, including existing systematic-plan instalments.
J.P. Nadda has directed the Department of Pharmaceuticals to explore curbs on excessive hospital consumable markups, following a Maharashtra survey that found markups of up to 2,841% on some medical devices. The DoP is reviewing pricing rules and trade margin rationalisation.
The revised EPFO ceiling of 25,000 a month, effective 17 September, will affect employees differently depending on their existing PF status, wages and contribution structure.
The Madras HC upheld the cancellation of an employee's ST certificate after authorities found that he belonged to the Urali Gounder community. The court also refused full pension and other terminal benefits, ruling that retirement does not prevent verification of an old community certificate.
A Reddit user faced heavy finance charges after missing a credit card payment by just 431. Here's all you need to know about the consequences of not paying credit card bills by the due date.
Instead of the standard-issue glitz, typical of celebrity homes in Mumbai, Sunil Grovers home focused on warmth, practicality, and clever layout choices.
The government is considering bringing digital gold under RBI and SEBI oversight, with a proposal for every digital unit to be backed by equivalent physical gold. The move could bring stricter rules on vault holdings, audits and investor protection.
NRIs transferring money in India must choose between NRO and NRE accounts. NRO accounts manage local income, while NRE accounts are for foreign earnings. Check fund transfer rules and limit between the two accounts.
PFRDA has issued final operational guidelines for NPS Swasthya, specifying healthcare withdrawals, insurance cover, contributions and exit rules. Subscribers can withdraw up to 25% of their contributions for eligible healthcare expense.
Health insurance add-ons can plug specific gaps in a policy, but experts say consumers should first ensure that their base sum insured is adequate. Before paying extra for riders, policyholders should compare the extra premium with the actual benefit, exclusions, waiting periods and costs.
The Union Cabinet has approved a raise in the EPF wage ceiling, effective September 17, 2026. This change may increase deductions and reduce take-home salaries for affected employees. Here's who will see a change.
Keeping overall utilisation below 30% can be crucial for maintaining a healthy credit score. Here's whether the 30% rule apply to each card or all cards combined.
Banks will remain closed on four days between 21-27 September 2026, although the closures vary by location. Here is the RBI holiday calendar-based list for customers planning branch visits this week.
A credit card holders revolt shows where our financial attention goesand where it should be going.
The settlement talks between Paramount Skydance Corp. and California officials over the lawsuit challenging the Warner Bros. Discovery Inc. acquisition have included a promise by the company to stay in the state.
The residential sector in India is supported by strong demand and lifestyle aspirations. A Colliers report indicates resilient housing sales, driven by long-term homeownership and selective purchasing amid affordability concerns.
India's hand and power tools exports could exceed $25 billion by 2035, fueled by rising manufacturing and technology adoption. The Tools & Equipment Expo 2026 showcased over 300 exhibitors and highlighted the sector's growth potential amid efforts to strengthen local supply chains.
Eternal's Zomato and Blinkit, and Meesho's Valmo have facilitated ITR for over 2 lakh delivery partners, unlocking 35.6 crore combined in refunds. Over 70% of filers were first timers, the companies added.
The actual protection available depends on the terms and conditions of the policy, including its coverage, exclusions, waiting periods, deductibles, co-payments and sub-limits
Gaming platform Roblox is set to launch its own digital wallet to pay creators and facilitate easier and quicker payment, compared to the present requirement where virtual currency Robux is converted into dollars, which leads to long payment delays.
China investigates Alibaba and Meituan units over suspected unfair competition as Alibaba backs a $2.5 billion AI startup.
TRAI has tightened anti-spam rules by adding AI-based detection and requiring telecom operators to share suspected spam-number data. Caller ID apps must share spam reports via the DLT platform, while A2P calls require prior declaration and may face termination charges of up to 5 paise/minute.
Krafts donation pledge comes amid controversy surrounding Macklemores removal from Sheerans ongoing tour following the rappers public comments in support of Palestinians.
Wider acceptance of UPI abroad benefits Indian tourists, students and business travelers by allowing use familiar mobile apps for payments instead of reliance on international debit or credit cards.
MP Ajeet Madhavrao seeks removal of administrative impediments caused by Para 26(6) of the EPF Scheme
A settlement would potentially remove one of the major legal obstacles to the acquisition, but its precise impact would depend on the conditions agreed upon.
Netflix is facing a massive challenge: convincing investors that it can keep producing blockbuster shows that drive engagement and support its valuation.
All provident fund members who have an account for over 10 years, are provided with pension benefit. You can withdraw PF in full and choose to maintain annuity in the pension scheme by submitting Form 10C and availing a Scheme Certificate.
Vehicle owners can initiate and complete the bank switching process through the National Highways Authority of India's (NHAI) official Rajmargyatra smartphone application
Punjab has announced an 8% increase in dearness allowance for eight lakh state government employees and pensioners. CM Mann said his government understands responsibilities shouldered by its employees and the pressures they face in personal and professional lives.
Ashwini Vaishnaw said a number of Memorandums of Understanding and purchase orders had been finalised during SEMICON India 2026
Warren Buffett is stepping down as chairman of Berkshire Hathaway after over 50 years. At 96, he will remain a director while his son Howard takes over.
India's human capital combined with American financial capital can conquer the entire world, Blackstone President Jon Gray says.
What happens when a Senior Citizen Savings Scheme (SCSS) account holder dies before maturity? Know the rules for nominees, legal heirs and spouses, interest payable after death, account continuation and the documents required to settle an SCSS death claim.

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