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Understand the difference between basic pay, grade pay and pay level under the 8th Pay Commission. Learn how the 7th Pay Commissions pay matrix works, what employee unions are demanding and how the fitment factor could affect revised salaries.

Mutual funds reshuffled their stock portfolios in September 2026, with notable changes in holding values and shareholding quantities across companies. Here's what these shifts reveal about fund managers buying and selling activity. 

The 8th Pay Commission fitment factor could determine revised basic pay for central government employees. Compare salary calculations at proposed multipliers of 4, 3.833 and 3.80, understand union demands and check what the estimates mean for your salary.

With Statsig, Vijaye Raji ensured developers, data scientists, and product managers everywhere had access to the tools his team at Facebook had taken for granted.

From Assam to Bihar, Kerala, Odisha, Punjab, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Sikkim, West Bengal and more we check the full list of states that announced DA and DR hikes for employees and pensioners in 2026. 

BSNL employees raised demands for wage revision, 7th CPC-linked wages for casual labourers, higher retirement contributions, revised allowances, and festival advances at the 41st National Council meeting. Here's what was discussed and what the management said.

Keralam has raised Dearness Allowance (DA) and Dearness Relief (DR) from 35% to 37% for eligible state government employees and pensioners. Revised payments begin in November 2026, while separate government orders will clarify arrears due from January 1, 2026.

There is nothing wrong with the ritual. Just dont mistake it for investing.

As Irdai weighs changes to insurance distribution, rising health claims disputes and gaps in grievance redressal underscore the need for stronger insurer accountability, fairer claims settlement and better policyholder protection.

There are at least 4 national holidays this week; customers are advised to check their local holiday calendar before heading to their bank branch.

YouTubes move to reduce the reach of clips that make minimal changes to existing videos could reshape distribution strategies, campaign economics and the balance between reposting content and adding creative value. 

Slice wants to become customers main bank for payments, savings and borrowing, CEO Rajan Bajaj

Central government employees await the July 2026 DA/DR hike, with no announcement as of October 16. Past revisions were announced between late September and October, raising hopes for a festive-season decision. However, history offers no guarantee of when the Centre will announce the hike.

The government announced a productivity-linked bonus for postal employees for 202526. Details here.

Apples Tim Cook leads a study of 10 departing CEOs with an estimated $950 million in cumulative reported compensation over 15 years. Disneys Bob Iger and Activision Blizzards Bobby Kotick rank next, according to research by trading firm Atmos.

Renault India expects hybrids and CNG vehicles to account for up to 50% of sales in 2-3 years, CEO Stephane Deblaise told PTI. The automaker is pitching hybrids as an alternative to diesel and aims for 3-5% market share by 2030.

DLF is targeting growth through residential pre-sales, improved profitability and expansion of its commercial rental business. The developers second-quarter net profit rose 10% to 1,301.35 crore, though pre-sales declined. It has set a sales target of about 20,000 crore for FY27.

Hyderabads consumer commission directed SBI to pay a retired scientist 15.35 lakh after finding deficiency in service over his matured fixed deposit. Details here.

Ranbir Kapoor has leased his 6,094 sq ft apartment at Pune's Trump Towers for a starting monthly rent of 4.63 lakh. The three-year agreement includes a 5% annual increase and is expected to generate around 1.75 crore in rental income.

Reliance Jio plans to expand overseas by offering its internally developed telecom technology as managed services, drawing on 7,220 patents. It also aims to use existing network assets to support 6G, grow home broadband to 100 million households and build on a 530-million-subscriber base.

Axis Banks Q2FY27 net profit rose 38% year-on-year to 7,003 crore, supported by lower provisions and strong loan growth. The lender expects credit demand to remain robust and sees potential to monetize digital payments through Freecharge.

Snabbits FY26 loss widened to 167.75 crore, with the startup attributing its spending to workforce, marketing, technology and expansion investments. Here's what the quick services firm's boss said about the losses. 

The NPPAs new rules target markups of up to 700% in some cases, covering widely used immunotherapies and targeted cancer treatments. Revised prices will be effective from 9 November.

PepsiCo India aims to make 90100% of its beverage portfolio zero-sugar or mid-calorie over time, while expanding healthier snack options. The shift comes amid changing consumer preferences and growing scrutiny of food labelling and nutrition claims in India.

Chandigarh recorded its highest-ever property registration in July, with a 30.3-kanal industrial plot selling for 200.32 crore. A Sector 9-B house fetched 100 crore. Rising residential, commercial and agricultural values have boosted stamp duty revenue, despite fewer registered documents.

Anup Bagchi, who is set to take over the reins of HDFC Bank on 27 October, said he had been at the bank for a few days and knows many of the teams.

The appointment brings an experienced banking professional into a key role at Axis Bank, which serves businesses and customers across multiple segments of the Indian banking market.

Krishna Grover from Ghaziabad is the founder of Herald E-Bikes. The electric two-wheeler business currently has 34 models and a distribution network of more than 550 active showrooms.

Policyholders may claim from both employer-provided and individual health insurance for one hospitalisation. But if you overlook certain terms, it can lead to a rejection. Check details.

ICICI Bank's net interest margin falls to 4.18% in the September quarter from 4.36% in the June quarter.

Gold FoFs have restricted fresh investments, while silver funds and gold ETFs remain open. Experts explain the impact of India's import bill, why silver has been treated differently, the risks of ETF premiums, and what investors should consider before choosing either metal.

Kaizad Bharucha, HDFC Banks Deputy Managing Director, has sought cessation of service at the end of December 31, 2026. Check details here. 

Parag Parikh Flexi Cap Fund has nearly halved its cash allocation in six months, signalling a shift towards deploying money in select opportunities. With cash levels falling below 10%, the funds latest portfolio reveals where it is increasing exposure and how its returns compare with the benchmark.

Dussehra 2026 is an opportunity to improve your finances. Discover six bad money habits to give up this festive season, including overspending, delaying investments, ignoring insurance, taking unnecessary loans, risky trading and blindly following social media stock tips.

BharatPe has launched its Tyohar BharatPe Gold Offer for the festive season, giving eligible customers 5% extra digital gold and a chance to win prizes from a 20 lakh pool. The campaign runs from 11 October to 10 November 2026 through the BharatPe ecosystem.

Saif Ali Khan leased two commercial units in Mumbai for 22.76 lakh monthly rent on a five-year deal, with a security deposit set at 2.36 crore

Factor-based mutual funds use strategies such as momentum, quality and low volatility to select stocks. We compare the leading schemes by 1-year, 3-year and 5-year returns and examine which strategies top each period.

With the new underpass, daily travel would become easier for thousands of people using the busy Parthala Chowk junction in Noida, particularly during morning and evening rush hours.

Former Dyson India MD Ankit Jains startup Foundry has raised 12 crore in pre-seed funding. The premium home appliance company plans to launch its first kitchen products in the second half of 2027, using the funds for technology development and product engineering.

Fairfax Financial will acquire a 60.72% stake in IDBI Bank for about 53,000 crore, buying shares from the Indian government and LIC. Fairfax plans to retain CEO Rakesh Sharma and is consulting former HDFC leaders Deepak Parekh and Paresh Sukthankar.

SBI has warned about AI voice-cloning scams that can trick people into transferring money or sharing banking details. Learn how to verify callers, protect sensitive information and report cyber fraud through helpline 1930 or cybercrime.gov.in. 

Renault is looking to strong hybrids to bridge the gap between fuel efficiency and affordability in India, where buyers remain wary of EV charging constraints and upfront costs.

A step-up SIP can help investors build a larger corpus by increasing contributions over time. But does investing more mean higher returns? Find a comparison of regular SIPs, fixed 1,000 top-ups, and 10% annual top-ups data to understand their impact on wealth creation and XIRR over 5 to 25 years.

EPFO VISHWAS 2026 allows eligible employers to settle pending Section 14B penal damages at concessional rates. Understand why EPF damages are imposed, how the scheme works, and what employers should check before applying.

EPFO has outlined new rules for advances, including withdrawal limits and frequency. Members with at least 12 months of membership may withdraw up to 75% of their EPF balance, including employee and employer contributions with interest. 

A 9 lakh investment in Post Office MIS earns 5,550 monthly at 7.4% interest, compared with an indicative 4,875 from a bank FD at 6.5%. Compare monthly income, tenure, other rules and tax implications before investing. Seek professional guidance before investing to ensure a beneficial investment. 

Finance Ministry in an official statement clarified that the central government is within its rights to sell its stake in IDBI Bank and referred to a 2018 judgement by the Delhi HC to defend its dilution plan. 

Six major banks, including SBI and PNB, have revised their repo-linked lending rates in October 2026. Here are the updated benchmarks, effective dates and what existing and prospective home loan borrowers should know about EMIs and borrowing costs.

Netflix has appointed former Disney executive Peter Rice to replace content chief Bela Bajaria as it confronts slowing viewership growth and engagement. 

Florida art dealer gets nearly 4 years in prison for scheme to sell fake Andy Warhol artworks