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A high-stakes war is currently raging between infrastructure developers and telecom operators, with the passenger caught in the dead zone.

Despite regulatory aid from the ministry of AYUSH and a growing acceptance of cannabis as an addon, the growth of the herbal cigarette market has stalled since the covid pandemic ended. Can these cigarettes still become ayurvedas next big growth driver?

Filmmakers are diversifying revenue streams beyond traditional methods by launching audio series and digital collaborations. These initiatives enhance fan engagement and extend the lifespan of films, creating immersive experiences while allowing producers to leverage data for strategic planning.

Donald Trumps proposed rate, if enacted, would be lower than any rate seen at least since 1994.

With rising medical costs and changing customer preferences reshaping how credit cards are used, BoB Card is moving away from one-size-fits-all offerings towards cohort-specific products.

As markets hover near peaks, data across decades shows that long-term investors risk losing more money waiting for the perfect time to enter the market, than by staying invested through the highs and corrections.

Indias love for fixed income isnt just culturalits structural. Banks and governments benefit, while savers quietly lose wealth to inflation, taxes, and time.

Bank holidays this week, January 12-18: Check full RBI schedule for holidays next week, which include the birthday of Swami Vivekananda, Makar Sankranti, Thiruvalluvar Day, Uzhavar Thirunal, and weekend off.

A frothy stock market and looming inflation makes early retirement a trickier exercise.

The latest tender is being seen as important for legacy players like Tata Motors, Switch Mobility, and VE Commercial Vehicles Ltd, who lost out on the previous 10,900 e-bus tender the PM E-Drive scheme

Mumbai consolidated its position as India's largest residential real estate market in 2025.

Bank customers should check the RBI holiday calendar and plan bank-related activities accordingly, especially for Saturdays when banks may not be open. Read more to find out whether banks are open or closed today.

Governor Sanjay Malhotra has called for shared analytics and AI tools to detect mule accounts, as the central bank pushes for near real-time supervision and lighter penalties.

Alia Bhatt plans to accelerate investments in high-growth categories from sports to F&B, shaping a conscious consumer future.

Equity mutual fund inflows fell 6.21% to 28,054.06 crore in December 2025, with total AUM declining to 79.98 lakh crore. 

Lower weekday pricing has succeeded in attracting more audiences. Does this signal the need for further ticket price rationalization?

Making changes in your profile as a subscriber is quite simple. You can correct your name,  gender, nationality, date of joining and date of birth online without uploading any documents

Wealth advisors generally refrain from telling investors to pause their SIPs but there could be some special scenarios wherein it is recommended 

The civil aviation ministry has spent nearly 900 crore on the upkeep of 15 temporarily non-operational airports under the UDAN scheme.

Social media has emerged as a parallel income stream, an extension of their primary gig, because it lowers entry barriers and rewards visibility.

Many Millennials and Gen Z-ers view their parents' finances not as a pot of savings but as an inefficient portfolio that needs fixing. This dynamic creates a fascinating, often painful, psychological clash. Here's how to go about it and what to avoid.

Why currency weakness matters, who gains, and how investors should think about asset allocation.

A weakening rupee, rising global inflation and higher living costs are sharply increasing the real price of studying abroad, forcing Indian students and families to rethink funding strategies.

FIFO indicates first in first out which means the mutual fund units bought first are sold first. Based on this phenomenon, capital gains tax is computed.  

For NPS subscribers, the return on investment over a period of time is contingent upon exposure to equity and choice of fund manager

The past year has seen the rollout of insurance marketplace Bima Sugam, approval for 100% foreign direct investment in insurance, and GST exemption on retail term and health insurance premiums.

The reasonable headline index return masks the fact that 2025 was a sombre year for most stocks, which should put the potentially sub-par performance of most active portfolios into context.

Experts believe NPS offers a disciplined, low-cost framework for long-term retirement savings. It helps you rebalance between equity and debt without any tax implications

TCS is a 1% tax on motor vehicles over 10 lakh. Buyers can claim a refund when filing their annual ITR, provided they meet eligibility criteria. 

When a loan EMI or credit card payment is overdue for up to 90 days, it reflects in the individuals credit report as SMA. The bank can reject new credit applications if there are SMA(s) in the applicants credit report.

IDFC FIRST's 'Diamond Reserve Credit Card' provides 0% forex markup, interest-free global ATM cash withdrawals, and lifetime reward points. 

With 68 lakh already invested and disciplined SIPs, the goal is achievablebut portfolio rebalancing, risk control and asset allocation will be key to avoiding costly mistakes.

FIRST WOW! Black Credit Card benefits include bonus reward points, higher redemption value on travel bookings, zero forex markup, and airport lounge access. The card is issued against a fixed deposit.

When the killing off of Direct File was announced in November 2025, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, who is also the current IRS commissioner, had said that there are better alternatives to Direct File.

A systematic transfer plan (STP) enables investors to temporarily park funds before transferring to a target mutual fund. Combining STPs with systematic investment plans (SIPs) enables cost averaging and potential returns during the waiting period, aiding in disciplined long-term wealth creation.

Structured planning for long-term pet care is becoming an important part of estate planning.

Your mutual funds may be diversified across asset classes and market cap, but many investors ignore a crucial third layer diversifying across investing styles such as growth, value, and factor investing. This can protect your portfolio during downturns and supercharge it during bull runs.

Most banks offer anywhere between 6 to 6.75% interest per annum on their fixed deposits (FDs) of 3-year tenor

Most of the flagged cases in December involved returns where exemptions or deductions were claimed in the ITR but did not reflect in Form 16

Investors chase market timing to avoid crashes, but even perfect execution delivers limited gains. History shows discipline and asset allocation beat prediction and panic.

Many individuals may not realise they owe tax on profits from selling residential properties. Capital gains tax rates vary based on holding periods, with exemptions available for reinvestment in new properties or specified bonds, provided certain conditions are met.

The ITC Culinaire is an annual subscription plan available in 3 variants. It offers benefits like discounts on dining, spa (during stays), and laundry (during stays), various vouchers, and milestone spend benefits. 

Tax authorities are increasingly using generative AI to analyse filings, flag anomalies and automate compliancebut courts warn that human judgment remains indispensable.

A number of senior citizens fell prey to this growing phenomenon of digital arrest in the past.  In this some fraudster makes a video call to the victim and arrest them digitally at their home and then urge them to transfer money to a given bank account

Small but steady losses are quietly eroding Indian families monthly budgets, as AI makes fraud more personal, convincing, and harder to detect.