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Focused funds are mandated to invest in a maximum of 30 stocks. However, some active equity mutual funds follow a similar concentrated approach without being classified as focused funds. Here are 10 such schemes, their stock holdings and what investors should know.

The RBI has consolidated domestic money transfer rules, retaining existing limits of 5,000 per transaction through BCs/ATMs and 10,000 for cash payouts. Here's how much you can send or receive, what KYC rules apply, and whether banks can charge you.

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang faces new allegations of an affair with healthcare vice president Kimberly Powell, according to The New York Times. The report says they were filmed together at a conference hotel and that Huangs security team offered the person who recorded it a nondisclosure agreement.

The Bihar government increased DA and DR for employees and pensioners, effective 1 July 2026, and approved career progression for urban local body staff. Here's all we know about the state Cabinet decisions.

Reports allege Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang had affairs with senior executives, prompting the board to consider his future and reportedly explore interim and permanent successors. The claims have also led to an investor lawsuit and possible congressional scrutiny.

According to the AMFI, the SIP stoppage ratio climbed to 116% in October, as 5.9 million SIPs were either discontinued or completed their tenure, and net inflows into equity schemes dropped 14% month-on-month to 32,924 crore.

Sluggish EV adoption and long testing cycles force Indias leading battery makers into telecom and energy storage projects for quick cash flow while big automaker orders remain pending.

The Post office time deposit offers assured returns, with different interest rates across tenures. Check how much you can earn on a one-time investment of 1 lakh.

Devendra Fadnavis has taken up the matter with the Union Civil Aviation Minister, proposing an alternative timeline for the redevelopment of Terminal 1 (T1).

When a fixed deposit matures, the bank repays or renews it according to the depositors instructions. Here's whether you can reverse the auto-renewal after it happens.

Larsen & Toubro has won a 1,0002,500 crore contract from Noida Metro Rail Corporation to design and build sections of the Aqua Line extension, including a 15.1-km elevated viaduct and 10 stations.

Equity mutual fund inflows fell 14% to 32,994 crore in October as small- and mid-cap investments declined. However, large cap funds witnessed a rise. Here's what changed this month.

The Cabinet has extended the Stand-Up India scheme, a government-backed credit initiative aimed at encouraging entrepreneurship among women and SC/ST communities by facilitating bank loans to set up new businesses. Check the benefits and more.

HDFC Bank has raised its MCLR by 515 basis points across all seven tenures, effective November 7. Check new rates here.

Foreign investors are stepping up bets on Indian lenders, drawn by the expanding retail credit market and consolidation in the NBFC sector.

From Batla House living rooms to rural service centres, Indias working class is turning to 5 Wi-Fi sachets to bypass pricey cellular plans. Inside story of the slow moving PM-WANI scheme and startups battling big telcos to rewire digital access.

The Union Cabinet approved an 2,390-crore extension of the Aqua Line from Noida Sector 51 to Greater Noida Sector 4. Details of the project here. 

In Govindasamy's case, the Commission found that Tata AIG had failed to produce sufficiently reliable evidence to establish this alcohol consumption condition.

With the Diwali festive season over, households may be assessing the impact of their celebrations on their finances. Experts suggest 5 money moves to help people review spending habits, reassess financial priorities, and put their finances back on track before 2027.

The Supreme Court has clarified that the 500-gram gold limit for married women does not automatically explain the source of jewellery in disproportionate-assets cases. Here's what the ruling means for ordinary households, existing seizure safeguards and gold documentation.

Larsen & Toubro has secured a significant order from Noida Metro Rail Corporation to design and construct parts of the 15.1-km Aqua Line extension, including 10 elevated stations. The project is expected to improve connectivity across Noida and Greater Noida.

CEO Kunal Shah said on Wednesday WhatsApp will focus on making connections richer, letting users complete tasks such as paying bills within chats and using AI to improve efficiency, while keeping personal messages and calls end-to-end encrypted.

EPFO has informed EPS-95 pensioners about the online facility to generate and submit a Digital Life Certificate (Jeevan Pramaan) from home using the UMANG app and Aadhaar-based face authentication. Heres a step-by-step guide to the online process.

Sophie Turner bought the private mews townhouse in west London through her acting company for approximately 28 crore in July 2017, when she was 21.

Streaming fame earns critical acclaim, but convincing moviegoers to buy a Friday ticket remains a tough leap for OTT stars.

Wedding registries are gaining ground among urban Indian couples, offering a way to replace duplicate gifts with funds for home set-ups, honeymoons and financial goals.

Gold, silver prices today: Gold and silver prices rose in international and domestic markets on 11 November. Check the latest retail rates of 24K and 22K gold and 999 silver in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and other major cities, along with changes in global and MCX prices.

Global gold price drop 2026: Gold prices have corrected sharply in 2026, falling nearly 30% from their January peak. However, Indian gold ETFs have remained resilient, with top performers delivering over 7.5% YTD returns. Here is a look at the best- and worst-performing funds. 

The reported layoffs in India follow job cuts in the US, with the exercise expected to be carried out in phases across its operations. This comes as the US-based chipmaker undertakes a global workforce restructuring.

Nvidia lost nearly $430 billion in market value over two sessions as shares fell 10% amid allegations involving CEO Jensen Huang and a Chinese businesswoman. The controversy has raised concerns over corporate governance and potential chip shipments to China.

Alice Huang, a former Megaspeed executive, is alleged to have assisted a network of companies in acquiring and redirecting restricted Nvidia chips to China estimated to be worth $7.5 bn. Separately, Malaysian authorities seized 30 server units containing advanced AI chips at Kuala Lumpur Airport.

The 8th Pay Commission has until May 2027, to submit its recommendations. But will central government employees receive revised salaries in 2027? Know the expected timeline, government approval process, possible 1 January 2026 effective date and fitment factor.

Bank branches will remain closed in 6 cities across five states on 11 November due to regional festivals. Check the complete list of affected cities, the reasons behind the closures and which banking services customers can access today.

A conversation with his 80-year-old self forces Mohit to confront the long-term consequences of his financial choicesand rethink the decisions he makes today.

Rising input costs, led by a 34% increase in crude prices, forced Indian consumer goods companies to choose between protecting margins and sustaining sales.

Beauty brands are adapting their distribution, marketing and expansion strategies to build consumer demand and improve retail productivity across markets.

JSW remains open to reconsidering its stand if bigger city airports, including Kolkata and Chennai, are opened up for privatisation, Parth Jindal says.

Overseas regulators want data that sits in India, and companies are checking with lawyers before they hand any of it over. The stakes rise in May 2027, when the cross-border rules under Indias data-protection law take effect.

Electronic gold receipts let Indian investors own gold digitally while it is stored in Sebi-approved vaults. Here's how it works and how to purchase units online.

A 5 lakh gift from a brother to his sister is tax-free under the Income-tax Act, 2025. However, siblings must follow cash transaction rules. Know when gifts are exempt, when they become taxable and how to transfer money legally.

AFT's Chandigarh Bench rules that Wing Commander Chandi is entitled to pension and other retirement benefits after modification of its 2015 judgment.

SIP investments outperformed lump-sum investing in six of 10 major global equity markets over 30 years, according to DSP Mutual Fund. Japan recorded the biggest SIP advantage, while Brazil delivered higher returns through lump-sum investments.

Basic pay of 29,200, Dearness Allowance, HRA and Transport Allowance determine monthly gross salary; annual earnings reach approximately 7.47 lakh in X-class cities.

The NCPA has urged EPFO to stop rejecting EPS-95 higher pension claims, withdraw its January 2025 circular and withdraw pending court appeals, alleging that retirees are being denied benefits through technicalities despite the Supreme Court's 2022 judgment.

The Bihar Cabinet has approved a three-percentage-point increase in dearness allowance for state employees and dearness relief for pensioners, effective July 1, 2026. 

Huang earlier spoke about the sacrifices his wife made while he was building Nvidia. He described Lori as the person who took care of their family while he focused on his professional ambitions.

Gifts received from a brother are exempt from income tax, regardless of value. Here's when it becomes taxable.

The LDA approved land allocation for a Metro yard and the expansion of the Ram Manohar Lohia Institute of Medical Sciences.

The Supreme Court has clarified that a grandson cannot claim a birthright in property inherited by his father under the Hindu Succession Act, 1956. The ruling explains when inherited property becomes the father's exclusive property.

The government has clarified pension commutation rules for central government retirees, identifying five categories eligible to commute pension without medical tests. Pensioners must meet the one-year deadline, while others may need medical examination.