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British Airways A380 makeover: Worlds biggest business class, 30% fewer economy seats and 5 other key changes

The carrier will refurbish all 12 of its A380 aircraft, introducing a new business-class cabin that spans the entire upper deck. British Airways has described it as the worlds biggest business-class cabin.

7 Oct 2026 1:25 am
10,000 SIP to 46 lakh in October 2026: Which mutual fund scheme created the most wealth for investors over 10 years?

A 10-year SIP can significantly grow wealth through the power of compounding. We look at the top-performing active diversified equity funds and hybrid funds, their long-term SIP returns and how a 10,000 monthly investment could have grown over a decade.

7 Oct 2026 1:13 am
Gurgaon homebuyer waits decade for flat; builder ordered to refund 1.73 crore with 12% interest

The commission's decision took into account the circumstances surrounding the purchase and the prolonged failure to hand over possession

7 Oct 2026 12:01 am
Shatabdi Express Wheel Skid: Why has Railway Board ordered a probe into wet-track braking

The Railway Board has asked RDSO to investigate a WAP-5 locomotive wheel skid on wet rails during emergency braking by a New Delhi-Chandigarh Shatabdi, and review track fencing after cattle incursion.

6 Oct 2026 11:46 pm
PhysicsWallah exits student lending, sells 96 crore loan book to Auxilo

PhysicsWallah exits direct student lending as FinZ Finance sells its 95.79 crore loan book to education-focused NBFC Auxilo Finserve.

6 Oct 2026 11:12 pm
NTPC to buy 10 million tonnes of coal from commercial mines in H2 FY27 as power demand rises

The state-run power generator is tapping commercial miners to meet a projected 300 MT coal requirement in FY27 as rising heat fuels electricity demand.

6 Oct 2026 10:56 pm
Salaried taxpayers: Key checks to make in 2026 for your next ITR expert explains changes under Income Tax Act 2025

The Income-tax Act, 2025, brings changes that salaried taxpayers will encounter in payroll records, tax forms and their next ITR. From updated section references to revised reporting requirements, heres what taxpayers should check and keep in mind.

6 Oct 2026 9:38 pm
Delhi airport to get its own metro? 3,500 crore plan includes a driverless train that connects T1, T2, T3

Delhi airport plans a 3,500 crore driverless transit system by 2030 to connect T1, T2, T3, Aerocity and the cargo terminal.

6 Oct 2026 9:14 pm
Irdai commission caps: Brokers to seek more time to submit feedback on Friday

Insurance brokers will seek an extension of the 25 October deadline for submitting their feedback and suggestions until December, at their meeting with Irdai on Friday.

6 Oct 2026 9:03 pm
Travel insurance: High sum insured may not cover all medical costs; check these sub-limits

Travel insurance: Insurers may place separate caps on expenses such as hospital room rent, intensive care unit (ICU) charges, surgery, doctor consultations, diagnostic tests and ambulance services.

6 Oct 2026 6:06 pm
Minimum Wage hike: These 5 US states to raise pay in 2027 by up to 60%, with rates hitting $17.73 an hour

US minimum wages will rise in 5 states in 2027, with Washington leading at $17.73 an hour. Seattle's rate will hit $22.14.

6 Oct 2026 4:57 pm
Does your will cover everything you own? Heres what can go wrong

A will can be legally valid yet leave part of an estate undisposed. A well-drafted residuary clause can help ensure assets not covered by specific bequests pass to the intended beneficiaries.

6 Oct 2026 4:34 pm
IRDAI commission caps: Insurance brokers write to PM, FM say proposed rules may not benefit policyholders

IRDAI has proposed changes to insurance commission structures, including caps for banks, brokers and agents across products. Insurance brokers have opposed the proposals, raising concerns over their impact on distributors, jobs and the wider insurance sector.

6 Oct 2026 4:19 pm
Soft vs hard enquiries: Checking your own credit report? Know why it wont hurt your credit score

Checking your own credit report does not lower your credit score because it is generally a soft inquiry. Understand the difference between soft and hard enquiries, why lender checks can affect your score, and how regular credit monitoring can help detect errors and fraud.

6 Oct 2026 3:55 pm
RPSG Group weighs 15-20% stake sale in IPL team Lucknow Super Giants

RPSG is seeking a valuation of $1.5 billion to $2 billion for the Lucknow franchise, which it acquired for $800 million in November 2021.

6 Oct 2026 3:18 pm
Trumps $100,000 H-1B fee hits legal hurdle

Two district courts have blocked enforcement of the fee, offering temporary relief to Indian technology firms that rely on H-1B visas to deploy skilled workers in the US.

6 Oct 2026 11:55 am
Schneider Electric in advanced talks to buy US-based software firm PTC for roughly $20 billion: What we know

France-based Schneider Electric is in advanced talks to acquire US software company PTC for nearly $20 billion. The deal would be Schneiders largest acquisition, strengthening its industrial software portfolio as it expands through acquisitions and benefits from the AI data centre boom.

5 Oct 2026 10:12 am
Delhi ITAT ruling: How relatives airline job cleared businessman of tax penalty on foreign currency found in raid

The case highlights the importance of establishing ownership and the source of cash or foreign currency found during an income tax search through credible, corroborated evidence.

2 Oct 2026 9:31 pm
Should you invest in Nifty 50 equal weight index mutual funds now? This 12-month ratio can help you decide

Nifty 50 Equal Weight Index Funds give investors balanced exposure across large-cap stocks. But with all funds in the red over the past year, should you invest or not? A simple indicator may help investors assess which strategy could suit the current phase.

2 Oct 2026 8:32 pm
Reliance's Andhra Pradesh massive CBG push could create 3 lakh jobs and 60,000 crore in state revenue

Reliance will invest 1 lakh crore in Andhra Pradesh to set up CBG plants, create 3 lakh jobs and boost clean energy and agriculture.

2 Oct 2026 8:10 pm
Top 10 mutual funds by AUM: Which schemes are beating their benchmarks on 1-, 3-, and 5-year CAGR returns?

The biggest mutual funds by AUM do not necessarily deliver similar performance against their benchmarks. A comparison of their 1-, 3-, and 5-year CAGR shows how different schemes have fared across these periods. Heres what the numbers reveal for investors.

2 Oct 2026 7:34 pm
Relief for taxpayers: Made a mistake in your income tax return? You still get your refund interest, rules ITAT

The Income-tax Appellate Tribunal rejects the tax department's attempt to withhold statutory interest.

2 Oct 2026 7:27 pm
NPS Retirement Income Scheme: How payouts work, what happens to annuity and where corpus is invested

The Retirement Income Scheme allows NPS subscribers to receive regular payouts from the designated portion of their corpus. Check how the payouts will work, what happens to the mandatory annuity portion, and how the corpus will be invested. 

2 Oct 2026 5:33 pm
ESOPs as part of salary: When should Indian employees of foreign companies declare these shares in ITR?

ESOPs do not attract tax liabilities immediately after being granted to an employee as part of their compensation package. Here's when you should report them in your ITR.

2 Oct 2026 3:36 pm
'I am hurt, but my hope and determination remain; I still have dreams' - EaseMyTrip founder Nishant Pitti

EaseMyTrip founder and chairman Nishant Pitti said 'the past few days have hurt deeply' after the Patiala House Court in Delhi granted an interim injunction directing removal of publications he described as offending.

2 Oct 2026 3:02 pm
Jyothy Labs has cash to buy growth. Why it isnt rushing

With 997 crore in cash and no debt, Jyothy Labs could use acquisitions to rebuild its portfolio after Henkel ended its Pril and Fa licensing deal. Instead, it is betting on new products and existing brands.

2 Oct 2026 12:13 pm
Delta CEO chooses Amazons Project Leo over Starlink, Elon Musk warns Ed Bastian will lose his job

Delta Chief Executive Officer Ed Bastian is in SpaceX CEO Elon Musks sights for choosing Amazon.com Inc.s Leo, the new service intended to be a Starlink alternative.

2 Oct 2026 9:08 am
Growth, deposits and faster decisions await new CEO Anup Saha at Kotak Bank

Kotak Mahindra Bank has picked insider Anup Saha as its next chief executive officer, signalling continuity but with a sharper focus on growth, retail lending and faster execution. 

2 Oct 2026 6:31 am
Anthropic IPO may come in November | Why its $2 trillion valuation is raising eyebrows

Anthropic PBC, the AI company behind Claude, may start marketing its IPO the week of 9 November, aiming for a public debut by year-end. Investors estimate its valuation could reach between $1.8 trillion and $2 trillion, despite the company being unprofitable.

2 Oct 2026 6:21 am
Federal report says pilots werent warned about wind before Amazon cargo plane crashed in Miami

Federal report says pilots weren't warned about wind before Amazon cargo plane crashed in Miami

2 Oct 2026 2:04 am
One day, two Anups; one Saha, one Bagchi at helm of two big banks | Meet ex-ICICI and IIT, IIM alumni banks banked upon

Both Anup Kumar Saha and Anup Bagchi have served ICICI in the past, and are graduates of IIT and IIM.

2 Oct 2026 12:13 am
Temasek comfortable with current AI spending levels, executive says

REUTERS-NEXT-NEWSMAKER-TEMASEK:Temasek comfortable with current AI spending levels, executive says

2 Oct 2026 12:04 am
Gandhi Jayanti 2026: Are banks open or closed on October 2? Here's what to know about UPI, net banking, ATM services

This year, October 2 or Gandhi Jayanti, will fall on a Friday, marking the first weekday bank holiday of this month. Check how bank services, UPI, Net banking, ATM services will be impacted.

1 Oct 2026 8:30 pm
Bank account emptied by cyber fraud? Heres what to do immediately and why 'golden hour' matters

A cyber fraud can leave victims worried not just about lost money but also about what happens to their bank account after the incident is reported. Heres what customers need to know about the banks response, account restrictions and chances of recovering the money.

1 Oct 2026 8:02 pm
Setback for Vedanta as Orissa HC rejects old bauxite supply pact

The ruling could sharply raise the cost of bauxite for Vedantas aluminium business, putting pressure on a key cost advantage for one of Indias largest producers of the metal.

1 Oct 2026 6:39 pm
Airtel Money targets $7 billion valuation, plans $703 million London IPO

London's stock market has shrunk over the past decade as companies have sought higher valuations elsewhere, prompting Britain to simplify listing rules in an effort to attract more issuers.

1 Oct 2026 6:03 pm
Buying term insurance in your 20s vs 30s vs 40s: How age, health and family responsibilities affect your cover needs

Buying term insurance early can mean lower premiums, but the need for cover depends on financial responsibilities. Age, health, lifestyle and liabilities can affect the cost, while marriage, children, loans and dependent parents can increase the amount of cover needed.

1 Oct 2026 2:15 pm
Indian investors embrace crypto, overseas stocks: Is the diversification formula changing?

Indian investors are diversifying their portfolios by exploring overseas stocks and cryptocurrencies, moving beyond traditional options like fixed deposits and mutual funds. 

1 Oct 2026 1:23 pm
Sold your house and built another on land owned by your wife? ITAT ruling clarifies the tax treatment

A Chennai ITAT ruling allows 63 lakh of Section 54 relief to a taxpayer who built a new house on a plot bought earlier in his wife's name, while rejecting the land cost. The case highlights the tax treatment of land and construction separately.

1 Oct 2026 1:11 pm
Flydubai: 5 key facts about the UAE-based airline after Indian pilot Smit Machchhar foils alleged mid-air hijack attempt

Flydubai's Dubai-Tel Aviv flight faced a mid-air incident when Indian Captain Smit Machchhar was stabbed by the co-pilot. The flight descended rapidly to land safely in Tabuk. 

1 Oct 2026 12:29 pm
PPF, SCSS, SSY interest rates kept unchanged for Dec quarter: How are small savings rates set, why are they frozen?

The government has maintained unchanged interest rates for various small savings schemes for the October-December quarter. Here's how the rates are determined and why the govt did not revise them for 11 straight quarters.

1 Oct 2026 12:25 pm
Three equity mutual fund categories have delivered 10%+ returns in 2026 so far, check the top-performing funds

Only three equity mutual fund categories have delivered more than 10% returns in 2026 so far, with international equity funds leading at 21.21%, followed by sectoral-pharma at 13.98% and small-cap funds at 10.59%

1 Oct 2026 12:17 pm
Ravi, Shashi, Rewant Ruia net worth: Meet Essar family behind Trumps largest steel plant that has Russia link

At the White House on Wednesday, Essar Group co-founder Ravi Ruia announced an $18 billion investment to build Americas largest steel plant in Iowa.

1 Oct 2026 11:51 am
Alliance Insurance Brokers looks to raise up to 900 crore in minority stake sale

Alliance Insurance Brokers is looking to raise 800-900 crore through a mix of primary and secondary share sales as it expands across smaller Indian cities and overseas reinsurance markets.

1 Oct 2026 9:00 am