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Gold and silver price today, Sept 16: Check retail rates of 24K, 22K gold and 999 silver in Delhi, Mumbai, other cities

Gold prices in India rose nearly 0.65% today amid US-Iran conflict uncertainties. Check retail rates of both gold and silver in top metro cities of India today. 

16 Sep 2026 9:17 am
Oracle Layoffs: CFO says do more with less isnt the answer in first all-hands meet after latest job cuts

Oracle is cutting jobs even as it plans to spend up to $95 billion on capital expenditure in fiscal 2027, largely as it expands its AI and data-centre infrastructure. CFO Hilary Maxson told employees the focus should be on eliminating low-impact work.

16 Sep 2026 9:15 am
Indian startups need more patient capital beyond VC cycles. Rainmatters Dinesh Pai explains why

Rainmatters Dinesh Pai says Indian startups need more patient, entrepreneurial capital as wealth creation often takes longer than the traditional seven-to-eight-year VC cycle.

16 Sep 2026 9:14 am
UPI MDR from October 15: Will your mutual fund SIP, insurance premium or OTT AutoPay get costlier?

UPI will introduce MDR on select merchant payments above 2,000 from 15 October, but the new charge does not apply uniformly to all UPI transactions. Mutual fund SIPs through UPI AutoPay remain outside the prescribed MDR, while one-time capital-market payments get a lower 0.02% rate.

16 Sep 2026 8:56 am
Ola Electric payments to Bhavish Aggarwal's Krutrim nearly quadruple in one year

Ola Electric payments to Krutrim SI Designs, an AI company owned by Chairmnan Bhavish Aggarwal, nearly quadrupled to 100 crore in FY26, documents show.

16 Sep 2026 8:00 am
UPI MDR from 15 October: How merchant charges compare with credit, debit card fees and credit-linked UPI

From 15 October, NPCI's new MDR policy will apply to certain UPI transactions. Here's how the merchant charges compare with credit card and debit card fees, and credit-linked UPI. 

16 Sep 2026 7:56 am
House-hunting in Bengaluru is full-time job Viral post highlights ghost listings, bait-and-switch pricing & more

Bangalore house hunt is slowly driving us insane, the couple, frustrated by the search, said. Were honestly just looking for a genuine, clean, semi-furnished 2BHK from a direct owner or a trustworthy broker.

16 Sep 2026 7:41 am
Got a stipend while studying? 18.34 lakh ITAT case explains when students can claim income-tax exemption

A postgraduate medical student received 18.34 lakh as a stipend from Aligarh Muslim University, but the Income Tax Department treated it as taxable salary. The Delhi ITAT held that the stipend was linked to her education and compulsory residency training and allowed the Section 10(16) exemption.

16 Sep 2026 7:13 am
PhonePe may restart IPO process after new MDR rules bring clarity

NPCIs decision to allow a 0.4% fee on high-value UPI transactions from 15 October gives the payment giant long-awaited revenue visibility, rekindling its IPO plans, two sources told Mint.

16 Sep 2026 6:45 am
New e-commerce rules may force brands to rethink short-term discounts

New e-commerce regulations in India, starting January 2027, mandate transparency in pricing by displaying past prices alongside current discounts. Brands may need to adjust promotional tactics, potentially influencing sales patterns significantly during peak shopping periods.

16 Sep 2026 6:01 am
Bank of Baroda saw BR Shetty's NMC Group red flags. Yet it sanctioned more loans

The court documents showed that Shetty and his companies owed Bank of Baroda 2,077 crore as of May 2020, which was about a third of the settlement amount the lender paid.

16 Sep 2026 6:01 am
Fee on UPI may nudge retail users towards central bank digital currency

MDR on UPI transactions can boost adoption of central bank digital currency, or e-rupee, as merchants seek free alternatives.

16 Sep 2026 5:31 am
JPMorgan expects investment banking, trading to shine in third quarter

JP MORGAN-INVESTMENT BANKING/ (PIX):JPMorgan expects investment banking, trading to shine in third quarter

16 Sep 2026 1:57 am
More households are moving up the income ladder: How India's wealth pyramid could change by FY31

Indias income pyramid is shifting rapidly, with millions of households moving into higher-income brackets. As earnings rise, spending patterns, savings, and investment behaviour are also changing. 

16 Sep 2026 1:25 am
Frances Shein FeeIs a Bad Fit for China Inc.

How should a country respond when highly successful Chinese companies become too dominant within its borders? Its a question more economies will have to confront as these firms fan out across the globe in search of new customers.

16 Sep 2026 12:57 am
5 simple money lessons from The Intelligent Investor by Benjamin Graham: Market moods, picking stocks and more

Benjamin Grahams The Intelligent Investor advises on understanding investments through careful examination. Check out these 5 simple money lessons from the celebrated book.

16 Sep 2026 12:03 am
Government clarifies credit card-linked UPI payments exempt from 0.4% fee

The clarification comes ahead of the revised UPI fee structure, which is scheduled to take effect from October 15. Under the new framework, a 0.4% MDR will be applicable to certain direct account-to-merchant-account UPI payments above 2,000, with the fee capped at 300 per transaction

15 Sep 2026 11:56 pm
Same mutual fund category, different capital gains tax? How a scheme's portfolio can change your tax bill

Mutual fund investors cannot always rely on a schemes category to determine capital gains tax. The actual portfolio allocation and tax classification can change the holding-period threshold and tax rate. Heres what investors should check before redeeming.

15 Sep 2026 11:54 pm
NPS Vatsalya: Rules for withdrawal and exit from scheme, explained

National pension scheme: The NPS Vatsalya Scheme allows children below 18 years to partially withdraw funds from their accounts under certain circumstances. We take a look at the process and how it works

15 Sep 2026 11:33 pm
Apple iOS 18 under fire in India: CCPA probes software warranty after iPhone complaints, says report

Apple reportedly faces an escalated CCPA probe in India over iOS 18 complaints, software warranty terms and costly iPhone repairs.

15 Sep 2026 11:31 pm
Large & mid-cap mutual funds vs separate portfolio split: How do their returns compare over 1, 3 and 5 years?

Large & mid-cap funds offer investors a single-fund route to large and mid-cap stocks. But how do their returns compare with pure large-cap and mid-cap funds, and what does their portfolio allocation reveal about the differences?

15 Sep 2026 11:13 pm
5 early signs to watch: Lifestyle creep sneaks in after every promotion; how to overcome it

A promotion often leads to lifestyle creep, where increased spending diminishes savings. Check the importance of examining expenses post-promotion to maintain financial discipline.

15 Sep 2026 10:40 pm
India bond yields above 7%: Why debt fund investors may find a sweet spot in the 35 year segment

Indian bond yields have crossed 7%, raising the question of where debt investors should look. Axis MF favours the 35-year segment, particularly high-quality corporate bonds and select SDLs, while remaining cautious on long-duration debt amid oil, inflation, and global rate risks.

15 Sep 2026 10:20 pm
8th pay commission begins three-day state visit to Chandigarh tomorrow What's on the agenda for meetings?

The commission's three-day visit to Chandigarh from September 16-18 will focus on employee and pensioner issues. Here's a look at what's on the agenda for meetings with representatives from Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh and the UT of Chandigarh.

15 Sep 2026 10:01 pm
NPCI releases MDR framework for UPI transactions Here's what changes for merchant payments

UPI will remain free for all person-to-person transactions, merchant payments up to 2,000, and for small merchants, as per the NPCI's MDR framework. The organisation said it aims to promote digital payments and ensure UPI's sustainability.

15 Sep 2026 9:23 pm
Give your future its share: 8 tricks to handle your incomes, savings and investments | Pay Yourself First

By reserving a fixed percentage of income immediately, individuals can reduce reliance on discipline and make spending decisions more manageable. Check all 8 tricks. 

15 Sep 2026 9:13 pm
New UPI MDR rules explained: Will you pay more? What it means for users like you and me

UPI remains free for person-to-person payments under new MDR rules. Here's what changes for merchant payments and what it means for users like you and me.

15 Sep 2026 9:01 pm
CCPA imposes 10 lakh penalty on Rapido: How dark patterns and tipping prompts nudge you to pay more for a ride

Rapido has been fined 10 lakh by the CCPA over prompts that allegedly nudged riders to pay more before rides were confirmed. Heres what the regulator found, how dark patterns can influence spending and what consumers should check before agreeing to pay extra.

15 Sep 2026 8:17 pm
Embassy Developments to double down on luxury housing, says MD Aditya Virwani

Backed by a 19,500-crore launch pipeline, the developer is targeting 8,000 crore in sales bookings for FY27.

15 Sep 2026 7:28 pm
Meta India to report child abuse cases to Indian law enforcement agencies

Meta will report child sexual abuse material directly to Indias cybercrime authorities, shifting from its long-standing US reporting mechanism under NCMEC.

15 Sep 2026 7:27 pm
Pension Sakhis: Rural families to soon get a local guide for NPS and retirement planning

The government is stepping up efforts to improve pension awareness and retirement planning in rural India through a network of Pension Sakhis. The community-led initiative aims to bring pension information and support closer to households and encourage greater focus on long-term retirement security.

15 Sep 2026 7:20 pm
UPI is no longer free for all, as conditions apply

NPCI today announced merchant discount rate on select UPI transactions, effective from October, while keeping UPI free for consumers. It said that MDR of 0.4% will be applicable on P2M UPI payments above 2,000, capped at 300 per transaction.

15 Sep 2026 6:59 pm
Flipkart creates 2.5 lakh festive season jobs to meet demand surge: All about the hiring drive

Flipkart's seasonal recruitment drive covers more than 7,000 Ekart facilities across the country.

15 Sep 2026 6:47 pm
UPI transaction charges: Who will pay, who will earn and will small transactions stay free explained

UPI transactions up to 2,000 stay fee-free under a new Finance Ministry notification, covering 96% of volume. Regulators are weighing a ~0.4% charge on larger merchant (P2M) payments, with banks getting 40% of the proceeds. P2P transfers remain free regardless of transaction value.

15 Sep 2026 6:25 pm
Mid-cap funds are hot with investors. Whats driving the rush and should you invest now? Heres what fund managers say

Mid-cap mutual funds continue to see strong investor interest, supported by earnings growth, domestic demand and the formalisation of the economy. But with valuations above historical averages, fund managers caution that stock selection and diversification are crucial.

15 Sep 2026 6:22 pm
DA news: Can employees expect a second dearness allowance hike this year during festive season?

Central government employees and pensioners are anticipating a dearness allowance hike during this festive season. With inflation rising and past trends favoring Diwali announcements, a 3-4% increase is expected based on recent AICPI-IW data.

15 Sep 2026 6:22 pm
Mutual funds' August 2026 portfolio moves: Top 5 stocks bought and sold across large-, mid- and small-caps

Mutual funds changed their exposure to several large-, mid- and small-cap stocks in August 2026. While buying was spread across market segments, find out which stocks saw the biggest increase and decrease in mutual fund holdings during the month.

15 Sep 2026 6:00 pm
UPI and Services Steering Committee to take decision on MDR charges soon: What are issues on the table?

UPI and Services Steering Committee is set to soon decide on the merchant discount rate for UPI transactions above 2,000. Here's a look at the issues that are up for discussion 

15 Sep 2026 5:05 pm
Delhi HC orders tax dept to refund 783 cr to Teva Israel over Ranbaxy payment

This brings relief to Teva in a nearly nine-year-old court battle over the payments linked to erstwhile Ranbaxy, now part of Sun Pharmaceutical Industries

15 Sep 2026 4:36 pm
Will an NRIs Singapore income become taxable in India due to extended stays?

As an non-resident for tax purposes, one is generally taxable in India only on income that is received or deemed to be received in India, or that accrues or arises, or is deemed to accrue or arise, in India.

15 Sep 2026 4:02 pm
Family pension rules: Bharat Pensioner Samaj seeks 6-month provisional pension for widows, widowers

Bharat Pensioner Samaj has asked DoT to allow provisional family pension to widows and widowers for up to 6 months while their regular claims are processed.

15 Sep 2026 3:59 pm
Moving to US: Can Indians continue their PPF and NPS Tier II investments? Tax expert explains

Can Indians continue PPF and NPS Tier II after settling in the US? A tax expert explains residency rules, KYC updates, FD redesignation, tax implications and why NRIs should review Indian investments before withdrawals or transfers.

15 Sep 2026 3:37 pm
Indias incapacity law gap: why estate planning must go beyond wills

India has no comprehensive law for managing a persons finances and property after they lose mental capacity. A combination of a private trust, living will and healthcare nomination may offer the closest workaround.

15 Sep 2026 3:16 pm
SC refuses to quash Delhi HC order against former NSE CEO Chitra Ramkrishna on corruption charges

Chitra Ramkrishna's plea against her prosecution under the Prevention of Corruption Act was dismissed by the Supreme Court, which stated her argument regarding public servant status can be raised at trial. The High Court's ruling was deemed correct.

15 Sep 2026 3:06 pm
Two health insurance policies? Know how to use both for one hospital bill

Having both a personal health insurance policy and employer-provided cover can help when a large hospital bill exceeds the first policys coverage. Heres how policyholders can use the second policy for the remaining eligible expenses.

15 Sep 2026 2:44 pm
When should you switch an index fund? 4 things investors must check before moving to another fund

Not every index fund tracking the same benchmark delivers the same investor experience. Experts say investors should look at persistent tracking difference and tracking error before switching, rather than chasing short-term returns or the lowest expense ratio.

15 Sep 2026 2:27 pm
Suraksha Group expects to complete Jaypee Infra's stalled housing projects by 2028; to invest 3,000 crore

Suraksha Group to invest 3,000 crore in the next two years to complete Jaypee Infratech's stalled housing projects. The company has already completed 84 towers comprising 7,913 units and aims to wrap up possession by September 2028

15 Sep 2026 2:24 pm
8th Pay Commission: Why employee unions want salary and pension revisions every 5 years

8th Pay Commission news: Central government employees and pensioners seek salary and pension revisions every 5 years instead of 10. Know why unions want shorter pay cycles, inflation-linked reviews and a permanent wage review body.

15 Sep 2026 2:15 pm
Delhi High Court seeks OpenAIs reply on ANI plea to stop ChatGPT from using its content

A division bench has asked OpenAI to respond to ANIs appeal challenging a single-judge order that denied an injunction against ChatGPTs use of its news content.

15 Sep 2026 1:46 pm
Air India board meets in Mumbai as Tewolde Gebremariam set to take charge, new CEO's salary structure in focus

Air India's board is meeting in Mumbai as CEO Campbell Wilson prepares to step down this month. Incoming CEO Tewolde Gebremariam is expected to take charge later this month, with the board set to discuss his salary structure and other matters.

15 Sep 2026 1:44 pm